Archive - The Creative Shift by Dan Blank

How are you doing?

A mid-year check-in on your creative goals.

10 hrs ago • Dan Blank

Your 2026 social media strategy

Time for a refresh

May 12 • Dan Blank

9:51

How to find joy and purpose in social media again

On making creative inspiration and true human connection central to how you share

May 8 • Dan Blank

You are the best advocate for your writing

Show people what you've got, with passion and joy

May 5 • Dan Blank

10:07

Don't abandon your writing

You are the best advocate for what you create and why

May 1 • Dan Blank

April 2026

How to develop a literacy of your ideal readers

Knowing what engages your ideal readers may be easier than you think

Apr 28 • Dan Blank

14:45

Readers are all around you

Learn what they are drawn to, love to talk about, and where they show up

Apr 24 • Dan Blank

Stop seeking out trends. Follow your own path.

On finding your voice and filling your days with creativity and connection

Apr 21 • Dan Blank

12:23

You are not behind

Feel good about where you are on the creative journey

Apr 17 • Dan Blank

Share the person you are

Simple ways to help people connect with what you write and why

Apr 14 • Dan Blank

16:40

Your About page matters more than you think

Readers are looking for a reason to trust you and care about your work.

Apr 10 • Dan Blank

The simplest way to reach your readers

It's not AI, not trends, not algorithms, not followers

Apr 7 • Dan Blank

11:31

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