My husband and I have worked on more projects together than I can count.

He’s the lead developer behind everything I dream up. The one who translates all my wild, messy, inspired ideas into something real. We’ve built businesses side by side, taken long car rides just to brainstorm, and stayed up late many nights bringing our shared visions to life.

But the truth is: we’re total opposites.

I’m the carefree, million-ideas-a-minute type. I have paintbrushes and half-finished projects scattered around the house. I thrive in the beginning stages—in the energy of a new idea, the possibilities, the vision. I am Type B to my core. Entrepreneur through and through.

And he’s the guy who loves simplicity. Order. A step-by-step process. One task at a time. He wants someone to tell him exactly what needs to be done and when. Military-trained, logical, a Type A realist.

He brings structure. I bring spark.

Together? We somehow make it work beautifully.

The other day, I came to him with a new idea. I was buzzing with excitement, ready to bring it to life, and his immediate reaction was, “You can’t just do that.”

I smiled and said, “Why not?”

That conversation stuck with me. Because it sums up the difference between how we think—and also how I believe so many of us are conditioned to think when it comes to building a business.

My husband’s mindset makes sense in many contexts. Rules, order, expectations. A framework that helps people move safely through the world.

But entrepreneurship? That’s different.

Entrepreneurship taught me something that took me years to realize: The rules don’t apply. And if they do? You can change them.

There’s no single path to success. No universal playbook. No secret formula that works the same for everyone. You get to build the business that fits you.

Let’s take something as seemingly straightforward as pricing.

My husband would start by researching competitors. He’d study market trends. He’d analyze, assess, and carefully position his offer based on logic and industry standards.

Me? I price based on instinct.

I think about what the offer is worth. I think about what feels right in my gut. And most importantly, I think about how I want to feel delivering that product or service. Energized? Valued? Confident?

I don’t really care what others charge for the same thing.

Because I’m not building someone else’s business. I’m building mine.

One of the greatest myths in business is that there’s a right way to do it.

You don’t need permission to pursue your dream. You don’t have to follow industry norms if they don’t align with you. You don’t have to grow the way someone else did, or market the way they do, or price like the rest of the field.

That’s the freedom of entrepreneurship.

You get to write your own rules.

And sometimes, yes—you’ll meet resistance. Someone will say, “You can’t just do that.”

But that’s when you smile and ask, “Why not?”

I’m sitting at my desk, coffee in hand, heart full of ideas—and if I’m being honest, a little bit of overwhelm too. The world of business and marketing is shifting fast, and with AI stepping onto the scene in a big way, it’s starting to feel like we’re all figuring it out in real time.

And here I am, building something right in the middle of it all.

We just did a massive update to Wordsmith. A completely redesigned dashboard that feels so much better—cleaner, easier to navigate, more intuitive. We added a whole new lineup of writing styles (they’re honestly so fun to play with), and more than anything, we laid the groundwork for what’s to come.

But I’d be lying if I said it didn’t feel big.

A Dream That’s Growing Bigger Than Me

When I first launched Wordsmith, it was simple: I wrote the content myself. I uploaded it. You logged in and had access to captions that were ready to go. It was built for real business owners who just needed a little help showing up online.

Now, we’re dreaming bigger. With AI entering the chat, everything has changed—and also, somehow, everything has stayed the same. Because at the core of Wordsmith is the same mission: to help you feel confident, clear, and supported in your content.

This next chapter? It’s about deepening that support.

So What’s Coming? Let Me Show You What I’m Dreaming Of

First up: a marketing calendar inside Wordsmith. One that helps you not just create content, but plan it. Organize it. Feel like you actually have a strategy again. (Because we both know that’s half the battle.)

Second: AI-powered idea generation that’s based on your business. I want you to be able to take a quiz that tells Wordsmith who you are, what you do, and how you want to sound online. And from there? Content ideas that actually make sense for your brand. Not generic fluff. Just real, aligned suggestions that take the pressure off.

Third: cross-platform sharing and creative assets. Imagine creating one amazing piece of content and Wordsmith gives you the visuals and the resized versions for Instagram, your newsletter, even Pinterest or LinkedIn. Total time-saver, right?

This is what I’m mapping out right now, with sticky notes everywhere and my mind racing with possibility.

It Feels Big—Because It Is

This next season of Wordsmith isn’t about chasing trends. It’s about building something that truly becomes part of your business. Something that gives you back your time and energy. Something that lets you feel proud of what you’re putting out into the world.

But I’m also human. And sometimes, building something that hasn’t been done before? It feels heavy. I want to get it right. I want it to be something you love using.

So I’m asking: if you’ve got ideas, needs, or things you’d love to see inside Wordsmith, tell me. LEave a comment. Reply to the email. Your feedback means more than you know.

At the end of the day, I’m not building Wordsmith for me. I’m building it for you.

For the one who has so many ideas but no time to write them. For the entrepreneur who wants their marketing to feel more authentic. For the dreamer who’s tired of staring at the blinking cursor.

Let’s build this next version of Wordsmith together.

Because what’s coming? It’s going to be good.

And I can’t wait for you to be part of it.

Content Prompt: I’m not for everyone—and that’s a good thing. If you’re looking for [X], we probably won’t vibe. But if you want [Y], then you’re in the right place. Here’s why I do things differently, and why that might be exactly what you’ve been needing.

Copywriting Formula: Polarizing POV + Clarity

This week’s content prompt is all about standing tall in what makes your business unique.

By owning your perspective and getting clear about what you don’t do, you make room for your dream clients to lean all the way in. That’s the magic of a Polarizing Point of View (POV) – it doesn’t mean you’re being controversial for the sake of it. It means you’re being clear.

This is your permission slip to say, “This is who I am, this is how I work, and this is why it works.”

Why It Works:

Because clarity is magnetic.

In a noisy online world, people are craving honesty, realness, and someone who knows exactly what they stand for. When you confidently communicate who you’re for (and who you’re not), you build trust faster and attract the people who are already aligned with your style, your values, and your offer.

This kind of content weeds out the wrong fits and draws in the people who will love what you do—and stick around for the long haul.

Wordsmith Instructions:

Use this content prompt to draw a bold line in the sand. Write a post that highlights what you don’t offer, what you do, and why your approach is intentional. Share a little behind-the-scenes or personal story that reinforces your perspective.

New to Wordsmith? Just drop in this content prompt and a few details about your business. Wordsmith will create a blog post, newsletter, and social captions that sound like you and speak straight to your dream clients. It makes content creation faster, easier, and way more aligned.

How to Use This Prompt:

Start with something your business isn’t

Share what your business is

Explain why this difference matters

End with a CTA that invites your people in

Example Post Using This Prompt:

I’m not the kind of business that teaches you to post 5 times a day and hustle harder.

If you’re looking for fast hacks and overnight wins, I’m probably not your girl.

But if you want to build a sustainable, aligned business that grows with intention—welcome. You’re in the right place.

I built Wordsmith for people who want to connect with their audience, not just convert them. For people who believe their message matters and want content that reflects their values, their voice, and their heart.

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