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Wrapping up for the end of the year

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🔷 I’m very busy these days, and what else is new?

It has been a very trying year, and I am speaking from a personal standpoint now.

From other perspectives, this year has been ordinary, very busy, and challenging. As it always is for me. But I do not mind. I like new things, new challenges, new projects, new places or old places and new outlooks.

Unfortunately my personal problems got in the path of business development projects, and that was not good.

I have forgotten a bit that in my professional life, I usually have a carefully and thoroughly thought-out plan that helps me achieve what I want.

For example, my political career was the result of such a plan. I joined the party in 2019, and in 2020 I was elected city council member. Allegedly, I stood no chance in that, but with the help of my strongest skills—writing and the power of presentation—I designed a plan. It was not luck; it was a very clever plan based on what I can do best. And A LOT of work.

PS: I am no longer a city council member because it was an assumed choice. I did not run for local elections in 2024.

🔷 Consequently, I am:

➡️ Devising a marketing plan

➡️ Revamping my websites

➡️ Setting up meetings and projects for next year

➡️ Developing a new project

➡️ Expanding my operations on a new platform

➡️ Exploring the potential of new AI platforms

➡️ Continuing my SEO strategy for my business

➡️ Designing my editorial plan for the year 2026, which I have already scheduled until March 2026.

If you’re looking for support, I have a few slots available for a tailored English communication program.
Book a free strategy call with me: https://tidycal.com/iuliahalatz/30-minute-meeting.
What about you? How did 2025 treat you?

What are your plans for 2026?

Photo by me, in Brașov, Romania. They have the largest Christmas tree in the country. I could not have missed that, of course.

Read more about me: https://blog.seocopywriting.ro/2024/11/23/about-me/

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Fragrances For First Dates

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💥One of my recent articles on Fragrantica is about fragrances and first dates.

For me, a first date may seem like a utopian event, but I am always adept at giving advice. I bet…

✨Full article below!
Enjoy!

https://www.fragrantica.com/news/Fragrances-For-First-Dates-22681.html

If you liked this article, you might want to take a look at Fragrances and Spring!
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Artificial Intelligence Perfume Day

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Facebook reminded me of this article about Artificial Intelligence and the art of perfumery.

ESXENCE 2024: Artificial Intelligence Perfume Day

“We shape our tools, and thereafter, our tools shape us.”
– Marshall McLuhan

Enjoy!

https://www.fragrantica.com/news/ESXENCE-2024-Artificial-Intelligence-Perfume-Day-20012.html

Check out my other articles: https://blog.seocopywriting.ro/2024/12/21/my-latest-articles-on-fragrantica/.

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The Best Writing Tip

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Here is the best writing tip I know.

Before you send or share something, read it out loud. This applies to emails, social media posts, articles, and even text messages, provided they are deemed important.

Reading it out loud as if you were telling a story to a group of people is the key. When I used to read my writing aloud, I would mumble it and not use the appropriate tone or speed. I would always forget things, and some parts would still sound bad. 

I started doing this in my early days of writing. Surprisingly, I began with poetry, and unsure of my abilities, I took calculated risks to enhance it. It worked like a charm. 

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Without excellent English, there’s no path forward!

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About Me

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👋Hi, I’m Iulia and I do not like to talk about myself.

❤️Here’s a little intro as I have never done that before.

💆I started my coaching business in 2012. Since then I had thousands of students and met some of the most fascinating people in the world. I am very grateful for that.

👀I am very independent and like to keep my life private.

💚I have 3 stepdaughters who sometimes call me “mother-of-dragons”🐉.

✈️Thanks to freelancing, I started remote work way before the pandemic, and I write and teach on the go. Some of my most beautiful articles were written on the beach.

🏪Only after I became city councillor did I realize that my greatest strength is public speaking and rhetoric.

💸I niched down a bit and I write fragrance and legal business news articles and SEO blogs.

✏️In 2012, during a period of significant challenges, I began writing by combining words into poems. Since then, two anthologies have published my writings.

💟Writing is my medicine in times of adversity.

Fun facts:
🎵 I took piano lessons a long time ago.
🚲I’m a big-time cyclist and roller-skater⛸. I have developed the habit of gracefully falling with minor injuries.
🦋I have a rare phobia, Lepidopterophobia (fear of butterflies and moths), but I like snakes 🐍.
📚I’ve always loved geometry, reading, and teaching.
🥐Even though I’m an awful cook, I still put in the time and effort to make elaborate dinners for Easter and Christmas.

Your turn! Would love to hear a fun fact about you too 😀💜.

This photo was taken in the Bucegi mountains and it is probably one of my best.

Remembering Oscar-Claude Monet

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Remembering Oscar-Claude Monet, born on the 14th November 1840

“When you go out to paint, try to forget what objects you have before you, a tree, a house, a field, or whatever. Merely think, here is a little square of blue, here an oblong of pink, here a streak of yellow.”

I believe these apply to writing: let go of the topic and immerse yourself in the power of the words your imagination creates.

Quora Answers: How do you complete a poem in any subject matter you are interested in?

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Imagination is a tricky thing. It does not breathe words all the time. Sometimes it is alive, and sometimes it is barely breathing.
When I have ideas, I write in a notebook or on my phone. After that, I transferred my thoughts to my blog.
You do not just sit at your desk and start writing a poem.

I love writing. For me, it is like living in a parallel world of my own making. Nevertheless, the walls of this new realm may sometimes appear blurry.

The idea for the following poem hit me when I looked out the window and felt the mellow shine of autumn glistening into the threes.

I don’t want the summer to end

I don’t want the summer to end
That is why I try to suspend
My thoughts of winters and grey
Garnering drops of snow and dismay.

I don’t want the summer to end
That is why I am hand in hand
With clouds and planets blue,
Roses and treasures that have no clue
Of corrupt winds and misty reign
In the apocalypse of rain.

I don’t want the summer to end…

Art – Daniel F. Gerhartz. Fair use

https://www.quora.com/How-do-you-complete-a-poem-in-any-subject-matter-you-are-interested-in/answer/Iulia-Halatz

TIPS FOR JOB SEEKERS: Tough Interview Questions

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TIPS FOR JOB SEEKERS

⚡️Imagine you’re a PM for Spotify. How would you increase revenue 5 times in the next 5 years?

⚡️This question clearly asks you to put yourself in the shoes of a Product Manager for Spotify and propose a growth strategy to quintuple the company’s revenue in the next five years. At first, the question may seem intimidating as it requires strategic thinking, understanding of the business and its audience, as well as product development.
Here are key points to consider while answering the question:

💥User base growth: Finding ways to increase the number of users on the platform.
💥Increasing revenue per user: Looking for ways to increase the amount each user pays.
💥Partnership and collaborations: Exploring strategic partnerships that could lead to revenue growth.
💥New revenue streams: Introduction of new features or exploring other possible sources that could generate income.
💥The key to answering this question is to clearly articulate your strategy to grow each part of the business and demonstrate a good understanding of the company’s current user base, potential customers and business context.

⚡️Answer Example
💥Increasing user base: Spotify could penetrate into new geographies, targeting countries with strong potential in the digital music market that Spotify currently doesn’t serve. This would involve understanding the music preferences, payment infrastructure, legal and copyright landscapes of these potential markets.

💥Improving User monetization: We can increase revenue from existing users by creating new premium features. For example, by introducing a special feature allowing users to attend virtual concerts or exclusive artist meet-ups, which users can get access to by paying extra.

💥Strategic Partnerships Could mainly function in two ways: firstly, partnering with mobile or internet service providers; offering Spotify as part of value-added services can help reduce the cost barrier that is often associated with the subscription model. Secondly, partnerships with artists; by launching exclusive music or concert releases could also attract their committed fan base to our platform.

💥New Revenue Streams: Spotify can consider introducing a platform for independent artists to connect with fans, where artists can host live shows, premier new songs, and earn revenue through fan donations. This not only encourages new and upcoming talent but also acts as a new revenue channel for Spotify, taking a small commission per transaction.

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The Importance of Meta Descriptions for SEO

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💥What is a Meta Description?
A meta description is a brief summary of a webpage’s content that appears in search engine results. It helps search engines and users understand what the page is about before they click on the link. It usually appears right below the page title (or the blue link) in search results.

💥Main Principles of Meta Descriptions for SEO
The meta description should accurately reflect the content of the webpage. It needs to summarize the main point or purpose of the page so users know what to expect when they click.
A good meta description is typically between 150-160 characters. If it’s too long, search engines might cut it off, and users won’t see the full description.
Keywords: Including important keywords that people might use to search for the content on your page can help improve your page’s visibility. However, the keywords should be naturally included and not stuffed.
The description should be engaging and encourage users to click on the link. It often includes a call to action, like “Learn more,” “Find out how,” or “Discover the benefits.”
Each page on your website should have a unique meta description that reflects its specific content. This prevents confusion and ensures that users and search engines can distinguish between different pages.

💥Examples of Meta Descriptions

💥E-commerce Website:
“Shop the latest summer dresses at unbeatable prices. Free shipping on orders over $50. Discover your perfect style today!”
This description is concise, mentions key selling points (like free shipping), and encourages the user to click by mentioning the latest summer dresses.

💥Blog Post:
“Learn 5 easy tips to improve your home garden. From soil preparation to planting techniques, get expert advice to grow your best garden yet!”
This description summarizes the blog content and uses keywords like “home garden” and “planting techniques” that people might search for. It also entices users by promising expert advice.

💥Service-Based Business:
“Need reliable plumbing services? Our expert plumbers are available 24/7 for emergency repairs. Contact us now for a free quote!”
The description highlights the service offered (plumbing), mentions an important feature (24/7 availability), and encourages immediate action (contact for a free quote).

⚡️Key Takeaways
Meta Descriptions are Summaries: They give a brief overview of what the webpage is about.
They Influence Clicks: A well-written meta description can attract users to click on your link in search results.
Include Keywords: Relevant keywords should be included naturally to improve visibility in search results.
Be Clear and Engaging: Make sure your meta descriptions are clear, concise, and appealing to the reader.
Every Page is Unique: Each page on your website should have its own unique meta description.
By crafting effective meta descriptions, you can improve your website’s search engine optimization (SEO) and attract more visitors to your site.

💥Check out my video for more details: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kf27KpRUvbo

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Fragrances With The Most Beautiful Names

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My latest article on Fragrantica is about fragrances with the most beautiful names.

Imagining a delightful perfume name is similar to writing poetry.

https://www.fragrantica.com/news/What-Are-the-Most-Beautiful-Fragrance-Names-20955.html