We tend to think about life in 24 hours. Most freelancers complain about needing 40 hours just to get everything done. But imagine all the things you could do if someone handed you 168 hours to spend however you pleased? Go ahead. Take a minute to think about that. A whole 168 hours… what would [...]
Better Books
We read so that you don't have to. Get our reviews on some of the best business books out there, from how to start your freelance business to how to manage your time for success. You'll know exactly which books will help you create more wealth, freedom and success!
Todoodle Your To-Do List: The Todoodlist Review
Written by - 14 Comments
Todoodlist isn’t your ordinary to-do list. Nick Cernis, by his own admission, writes on bananas for fun. Nick Cernis creates analogies that take advantage of helpless kittens, Russian parrot astronauts, and the fine and much-maligned art of blowing one’s nose. Nick Cernis is an out-of-the-closet nerd (before it was cool to be one). We know [...]
Let Biblio Help Build Your Business (And Library)
Written by - 17 Comments
For those of you who are writers and hang about this place looking for tips on writing, I say good for you. This is a smart move, for this is indeed what we do here. Excellent. However, this week I wanted to tell you where to find other cool people’s writing advice. Specifically, people who [...]
The Secrets to Writing Really Great Website Content
Written by - 44 Comments
Before you read, we’d like to let you know that this post is littered with links. Some go to other posts of value, and most go to Amazon. No, we’re not trying to be sleazy. We’re recommending books we think you should read, because we’ve read them ourselves and know – beyond a doubt – [...]
Book Review: Don’t Make Me Think
Written by - 23 Comments
“Don’t make me think.” People often say that when asked to choose, but I’ve found this phrase to also apply to designing websites. The less a visitor has to think, the less he has to click. The easier a site is to navigate, the more likely that person will be to stay, read or buy. [...]
The Unlimited Freelancer: Your Ultimate Freelancer Potential
Written by - 28 Comments
I have a secret. I cheat. A few years ago, I decided to become a freelancer. With a strong business background and plenty of skills, expertise and knowledge, I had exactly what it takes to make it. But I didn’t just make it. I wanted to make it big. I got off to the right [...]
The E-Myth Revisited: A Review
Written by - 49 Comments
We’re huge proponents of working smarter, not harder. We want to build a business with a solid foundation for growth and keep on growing it. We also try to model these beliefs by testing theories and applying them to reach our future goals. Recently, a book we read confirmed we were heading in the right [...]
Simplicity for Writers of All Types
Written by - 51 Comments
I admire Stephen King’s work. It may be arrogant of me to say that I think his writing is rather terrible, if you look at the pure sentence structure, grammar and all that jazz, but arrogance aside, none of that matters in my greater scheme of things. Stephen King could write on a napkin and [...]
The 22 Immutable Laws of Branding: A Review
Written by - 36 Comments
It’s rare that we do a book review here at Men with Pens, but today you’re in for a treat. After my recent shopping spree, I discovered an invaluable book for business. I’ve read it cover to cover, I recommend it, and the best part is, it’s worth the money. Before you read further, it’s [...]
ToDoodle Your Way to Better Efficiency
Written by - 4 Comments
If you’re the kind of person to put things off because your To-Do list looks like something from an asylum written by monkeys on crack, then we have the solution. Or rather, Nick Cernis does, and it’s a good solution because Nick’s very smart that way. He’s also an excellent writer, a forward thinker and [...]
