Sometimes You Need Someone Outside the Washing Machine
When you are caught up in a problem, it can be difficult to see a way forward. Sometimes, an outside perspective is exactly what you need.
On Taking Responsibility
Why do people avoid taking responsibility? Explore how fear, security and self-preservation shape accountability in life and business.
I Was So Busy Working That I Forgot to Build a Business
After eleven years as a freelancer, I realised that working hard isn't the same as building a business. Here's the lesson that changed everything.
Seasons Change. Are You Ready To Change With Them?
Life moves in seasons, but people often resist change. A personal essay on embracing life's transitions, finding courage, and discovering purpose through every season.
What Makes Thought Leadership Worth Reading?
Discover what makes thought leadership worth reading and how original, insightful content builds trust, authority, credibility, and long-term business growth.
How Poor Writing Costs Businesses Money
Poor writing can damage sales, productivity, and brand reputation. Discover the hidden costs of ineffective business communication and how professional writing can improve business performance.
The Clarity Gap in Business Communication (And Why It Costs Organisations More Than They Realise)
Poor business communication can cost organisations time, money, and opportunities. Discover how clear writing, professional editing, and effective communication can help close the clarity gap.
You Are Your Own Compass
Feeling lost is something we all experience. Discover why uncertainty is often the beginning of self-discovery and how learning to trust yourself can become your greatest source of direction.
Why You Should Hire a Thesis Editor Before You Submit
Discover why hiring a professional thesis editor before submission can improve clarity, consistency, referencing accuracy, and the overall quality of your dissertation or thesis.
It’s my life!
A reflection on self-expression, individuality, bullying, and the power of words—and why living authentically should never come at the expense of kindness.
The Small Griefs We Don’t Talk About
A reflective personal essay about vision loss, depth perception, identity, and the quiet grief of adapting to ordinary life after a brain tumour.
The Solopreneur and the Difficult Client
Freelancing is about more than freedom. Lia Marus explores the emotional labour, communication challenges, and client dynamics solopreneurs navigate when they are the business itself.
Why Rest Makes You a Better Writer
Rest isn’t a break from writing — it’s part of the process. Discover how stillness improves clarity, creativity, and the quality of your work.
Why Freelancing Isn’t Just About Freedom
Freelancing promises freedom—but it runs on discipline. Discover the systems, habits, and mindset needed to make freelance life sustainable and truly rewarding.
When Life Hits Pause (and You Don’t Want It To)
What do you do when life forces you to slow down? A reflection on waiting, capacity, and trusting timing—especially when you’d rather keep moving forward.
What Journaling Taught Me About Editing with Empathy
Discover how journaling shapes a more empathetic approach to editing—where clarity, compassion, and respect for the writer’s voice come together.
What Cooking Has Taught Me About Editing
Editing and cooking share more in common than you think. This thought leadership piece explores how patience, layering, and care transform raw ideas into refined, meaningful writing.
The Quiet Power of Self-Reflection
Discover why self-reflection is essential for growth. Learn how to turn experience into insight, break unhelpful patterns, and move forward with clarity and intention.
The Editor’s Paradox
Struggling to let go of your final draft? Explore the editor’s paradox and learn when “good enough” is truly enough to publish with confidence.
The Productivity Paradox
Productivity isn’t just about working faster. This piece explores how mental health shapes focus, decision-making, and sustainable performance — and why slowing down can lead to better results.