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robbie hyman

Copywriter

Robbie Hyman has been a freelance copywriter for more than a decade, writing for startups and multibillion-dollar businesses. He is also co-founder of MoneySavvyTeen, an online course that teaches smart money habits to young people. Get to know him at robbiehyman.com.

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ProductivityFeb 15, 2016

3 big mistakes creative freelancers make with their careers

Building a successful creative freelance practice is hard work. Best to learn now about the big pitfalls - so you’ll be prepared to maneuver around them.

CommunicationSep 9, 2015

2 Lessons in the Movie Rudy that Can Change Your Life

Profound lessons and life-changing insights from the movie Rudy.

MoneyMar 4, 2015

Freelancers And Consultants: 3 Reasons You Shouldn’t be Billing Hourly

Hourly billing makes little sense for tasks like fixing a car -- and far less sense for projects requiring creativity and a consultant's unique perspective.

MoneyDec 1, 2014

Why Money Might Not Be As Important to You As You Think

You've always heard that money wasn't the most important thing. True -- but what does it mean?

CommunicationOct 3, 2014

Words and Phrases to Avoid in Your Professional Writing

Want to write a terrible document? Stuff it with official-sounding but unnecessary phrases like these.

ProductivitySep 10, 2014

3 Tips to Make You Feel Confident When Giving a Presentation

When you prepare a presentation or public talk, do you check to make sure you're not including any words you might mispronounce, or that your audience might misunderstand?

ProductivityAug 29, 2014

One Big Advantage Your Parents Had When Learning (and How to Use it Yourself)

Counterintuitive research in a new book finds it's better to ditch the laptop and try learning with old-fashioned pen and paper.

WorkAug 19, 2014

Applying for Jobs? Here are 3 Ways to Make Sure You Stand Out.

Everyone has a resume and a cover letter and references. If you really want the job, what can you offer that sets you apart?

WorkAug 1, 2014

Five ways to secure talent for your start-up on a tiny budget

Managing a complex project and don't have the in-house staff to take it on? Here are some great ideas for finding contract-based talent for your start-up.