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I’ve been using ClickFunnels software to help run my online business for more than 5 years now, and it’s been one of the key pieces of technology that has helped us grow our email list, improve our conversions, and increase sales. Before ClickFunnels, I used to use LeadPages, but I found that it was extremely slow when it came to building landing pages because their software was very clunky. Furthermore, I found LeadPages wasn’t nearly as customizable as ClickFunnels. Because ClickFunnels allows you to customize your landing pages completely, there is (almost) no limitation to what you can do or design with it. In contrast, I found doing even simple things like creating a customized opt-in form on LeadPages was impossible without custom coding. What Is ClickFunnels? ClickFunnels makes it easy for anyone to build a sales funnel and quickly list, sell, and deliver their products online. ClickFunnels is often used to build squeeze pages as well. What is a Squeeze Page? A squeeze p...

So you’re sending an email or message that you need a response to—the sooner the better—but you’re trying for something a little more subtle than “PLEASE ANSWER ME, LIKE, NOW!!” One very common sign-off that aims to give a nudge in the right direction is “I’m looking forward to hearing from you.” But this isn’t your only option that can help boos your chances of a timely response. Below, we’ll discuss when “looking forward to hearing from you” is an appropriate closing, as well as 6 alternatives you might try for different levels of urgency. Is it correct to say I look forward to hearing from you? “I’m looking forward to hearing from you” is both a common and pretty safe sign-off to use in both personal and work-related communication. However, whether you choose this sign-off or a similar alternative depends a lot on your intentions and the context of your email or letter as a whole. Here are a few pros and cons to consider when it comes to using “I’m looking forward to hearing ...

Though they share a common definition, there’s much confusion surrounding the use of till vs. until , and even the widely used (but technically incorrect) ’til . Settle the difference once and for all by studying each word’s origins below so you can write with confidence and understand one of the most common misconceptions in writing. What Is the Difference Between Till and Until ? Until and till actually mean the same thing: both indicate a period “up to” a certain point or event. According to Merriam Webster, each can be used as a preposition or conjunction. Till , though commonly misperceived as an abbreviation, actually existed at least a century before until , staying in frequent use since the 12th century. Till carries an additional definition: it can also be used to refer to a money drawer in a store or bank, a meaning its held since the 15th century. Till vs. ’Til ‘Til is often used as an abbreviation of until, and while some dictionaries cite it as accep...

Writing Tools for Authors From typing tools to writing gear, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to make your writing process smoother, faster, and more efficient. Book Writing Software and Word Processing Tools Scrivener is the most advanced (and most complex) word processor, designed for writers. It comes with all kinds of advanced features you won’t find in standard word processors. Microsoft Word is the most commonly used word processor and it works great. Google Docs is a great free alternative for writers on a budget who don’t use MS Word. It works on any device, PC or Mac, and it automatically backs up your file inside Google Drive. Evernote is the perfect tool for taking notes, organizing research, and much more (and it’s totally free!).* *See Steve Scott’s book Master Evernote for tutorials, guides and tips on how to use Evernote like a pro. Dragon Naturally Speaking is an awesome voice recognition software program. You can literally speak your book an...

A sonnet is a poem of 14 lines using formal rhyme schemes. However, before William Shakespeare popularized this type of poem, the term could be applied to any short lyrical poem. Because a sonnet is quite adaptable to different purposes, it is an excellent way to express a singular feeling or idea. Its versatility allows a poet to express their feelings about love, nature, or even politics. What Is the Format of a Sonnet? Before you can start writing your own sonnet, we should explore its characteristics. Derived from the Italian word sonetto , the sonnet is written in iambic pentameter, which consists of one short (or unstressed) syllable followed by one long (or stressed) syllable. Sonnets have 14 lines, which can be broken down into four sections called quatrains. It also has a strict rhyme scheme—for a Shakespearean or English sonnet, this pattern is abab cdcd efef gg . There are other sonnet forms like the Petrarchan, Spenserian, Miltonic, and the stretched sonnet. A rhyme s...

Erotica is a genre that tells stories using sexual themes. While some readers might find erotica books too vulgar for their tastes, many find them enriching for their romantic life and sexual exploration. Erotic literature is nothing new, but the rise of ebooks and other digital reading devices in recent years has revolutionized the genre by offering greater privacy—something that many readers seek, since the genre was long considered a taboo. When Fifty Shades of Grey was released in 2011, it stirred the literary community for how explicitly the wild and sexual love story was told. But that’s not the only sexy read out there! The Best Erotic Novels Here is a list of the best erotic novels that can and add some fire to your reading time—and perhaps even your love life. 1. One Night: Promised by Jodi Ellen Malpas When a heart-stoppingly handsome customer leaves behind a note saying he wants one night—and one night only—to worship her, every defense mechanism Livy has spent h...