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September 5, 2025
Degree or skills — what really matters in content writing? If a brand is hiring a content writer, do they check your degree first… or do they check your portfolio? In my experience, it’s the latter. A degree may give you credibility, but in content writing, your words are your true qualification. Here’s what really matters: ·   Can you craft a blog that ranks? ·   Can you write copy that converts? ·   Can you adapt your tone to match a brand’s voice? These skills get you hired — not just the certificate hanging on your wall. I’ve seen: ·  Writers with no formal degree create content that drives traffic, builds communities, and influences buying decisions. ·     Degree-holders sometimes struggle to connect with audiences because writing is less about theory and more about practice. In this field, your portfolio is your degree. Every published piece is proof of what you can do. Skills open doors. Results keep them open. What’s your take — does a degree still hold weight, or do skills speak louder? #ContentWriting #SkillsOverDegree #ContentMarketing #CareerGrowth #WritingCommunity #DigitalMarketing #ThoughtLeadership
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September 5, 2025
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Joy Omole-Ohonsi
Creative & Content Writer, Scriptwriter, UGC & Social Media Creator| I craft stories that connect brands and audiences, blending fiction, non-fiction, and real-life moments to inspire and build genuine connection.
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You have to be skilled, if not no one will work with you.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝘃𝘀. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 In the content world, views are often the loudest metric—but they’re rarely the most meaningful. As a content writer, I’ve learned that the posts designed to go viral aren’t always the ones that drive revenue. And the brands that win aren’t the ones chasing trends; they’re the ones building trust. Viral content entertains. Client-converting content educates, clarifies, and positions you as the most credible option. Here’s the real difference: • Viral content is built for reach • Client-focused content is built for relevance • Viral content looks outward • Client-focused content looks inward—toward your buyer’s needs When I create content for clients, I don’t ask, “How do we get more views?” I ask, “What does your ideal buyer need to understand, believe, or overcome before they act?” Content that gets clients speaks directly to: • Their pain points • Their goals • Their buying triggers • Their objections • Their decision-making process It doesn’t try to impress everyone. It resonates deeply with the right someone. If you’re a founder, coach, or creator trying to attract better clients, don’t chase visibility—chase clarity. Your audience doesn’t need more content. They need the right message, delivered consistently, with strategic intent. I’d love to hear your take: What type of content brings you the most qualified clients—educational, storytelling, case studies, or something else? Share your thoughts below and let’s open the discussion. #ContentStrategy #Copywriting #ContentMarketing #LinkedInContent #PersonalBranding #B2BMarketing #WritingCommunity #ThoughtLeadership
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December 4, 2025
Zoho vs Microsoft: who really wins? Is it the giant with 𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀, or the underdog with a 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆? This debate reminds me of what I see every day as a content writer. Many businesses think more automatically means better — more features, more blogs, more social posts. But the truth? More can also mean noise. Features can be copied. Specs can be matched. But a story — one that’s clear, consistent, and human — is what actually sticks in people’s minds. That’s why we remember Apple as “Think Different,” not as “the phone with XYZ features.” India's 𝗭𝗼𝗵𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗯𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁, on the other hand, carries the weight of being a 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲. Two different approaches, two different narratives — both powerful in their own way. So here’s my take: in competitive markets, it’s not always the company with the longest features list that wins. It’s the one whose story people connect with. What do you think gives brands the real edge today — features or story? I’d love to hear your perspective. #ContentStrategy #Storytelling #Marketing #B2B #Branding #Zoho #Microsoft
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September 27, 2025
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗪𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸, 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 Ever wondered why some content captures attention instantly while other posts barely get noticed? It’s not accidental — it’s rooted in psychology. In an age of information overload, our brains are constantly deciding what deserves attention. Three psychological triggers shape most of our content consumption habits: 𝟭. 𝗖𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗲 Our brains prefer simplicity. Content that is:  • Easy to read  • Visually clean  • Structurally clear creates a sense of comfort and reduces mental effort. This significantly increases engagement. 𝟮. 𝗘𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 We consume what we feel. Content that activates emotion—whether inspiration, curiosity, or challenge—holds attention longer and encourages sharing. 𝟯. 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳 & 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆 We trust what others validate. When content feels:  • Supported by community  • Relevant to our values  • In alignment with who we aspire to be we are far more likely to engage. The real question isn’t “How do I get more views?” It’s: “𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝗜 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘆 𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲’𝘀 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿?” If you want stronger engagement, create content that:  • Reduces cognitive load  • Evokes genuine emotion  • Reinforces identity and community What psychological trigger do you feel influences your own content habits the most? Let's discuss. #contentpsychology #consumerbehavior #contentstrategy #digitalmarketing #neuromarketing #audienceengagement #contentcreation
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November 18, 2025