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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 14h

The "Refine Your Biz Branding" Course Bundle is an intensive course for creatives looking to refresh and strengthen their brand. The discussion group includes the course participants and me.

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Without proper protection, others can copy your work. This course will guide you through the strategies to safeguard your creative assets. pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Creatives! Stop learning alone. The Branding and Marketing Academy (Pam Speaks 2 You Community) makes every purchase a way in — learn and network with me and other members, not just download a file. Ebooks: $9.99; courses: $49. There's an app for that: pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Issue 1084: Choice by Keith, Music as Protests We publish 3-4 times a week on “We Are Speaking.” buff.ly/FoUUVV3

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Independent Authors and Creative Professionals: "If you build it, they will come..." is NOT a marketing strategy! Click the link to join our Tuesday Thoughts Webinar to learn how to successfully brand and market creatively. webinarkit.com/webinar/regi...

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Building Your Creative Business

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Issue 1083: Barry Cardwell, Award-winning Animator and Storyteller We publish 3-4 times a week on “We Are Speaking.” buff.ly/QVglHax

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Creatives! Stop learning alone. The Branding and Marketing Academy (Pam Speaks 2 You Community) makes every purchase a way in — learn and network with me and other members, not just download a file. Ebooks $9.99, courses $49. There's an app for that: pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

“We Are Speaking:” Who we are and why you should subscribe for no more than $10.00/month. Help us reach bestseller status! open.substack.com/pub/wearespe...

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Announcing our Substack Newsletter!

This is We Are Speaking, a newsletter about American History, Government, and Politics from a Black perspective..

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Creatives! Stop learning alone. The Branding and Marketing Academy (Pam Speaks 2 You Community) makes every purchase a way in — learn and network with me and other members, not just download a file. Ebooks $9.99, courses $49. There's an app for that: pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

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Building Your Creative Business

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Issue 1082: David Harold Blackwell, the mathematician who developed the algorithms for artificial intelligence. We publish 3-4 times a week on “We Are Speaking.” buff.ly/MYSul7r

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Word of the Day: perseverate (v): to intently focus one's attention on a thought or thoughts.

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Independent Authors and Creative Professionals: "If you build it, they will come..." is NOT a marketing strategy! Click the link to join our Thursday Thoughts Webinar to learn how to successfully brand and market creatively. webinarkit.com/webinar/regi...

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Building Your Creative Business

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The PS2Y Branding and Marketing Academy Bundle includes five eBooks, five courses, and networking communities that together will help you to successfully start and grow your creative business. This price is 20% off compared to buying each eBook/course separately.

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The "Refine Your Biz Branding" Course Bundle is an intensive course for creatives looking to refresh and strengthen their brand. The discussion group includes the course participants and me.

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Without proper protection, others can copy your work. This course will guide you through the strategies to safeguard your creative assets. pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Trump is trying to eliminate the Midterms by calling a "National Emergency." Elections, including presidential elections, have NEVER been canceled, including during the Civil War (when mail-in voting started), WWI, WWII, the Korean Conflict, Vietnam, or COVID. Check your voter registration and VOTE.

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Having a creative business idea and making it into a creative business are two different things. By the end of the "How to Set Up Your Creative Business" course, you'll have a clear roadmap to launch your creative business. pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Issue 1080: Dr. Rod Paige, 1st Black Secretary of Education, rallied against standardized testing. We publish 3-4 times a week on “We Are Speaking.” buff.ly/YOFRXMW

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Word of the Day: epistemic (adj) ep-uh-STEE-mik of or relating to knowledge or knowing Scan the QR Code to join the Pam Speaks 2 You Creative Business Community!

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Creatives! Stop learning alone. The Branding and Marketing Academy (Pam Speaks 2 You Community) makes every purchase a way in — learn and network with me and other members, not just download a file. Ebooks $9.99, courses $49. There's an app for that: pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The Pam Speaks 2 You Branding and Marketing Academy Bundle contains all 5 eBooks and all 5 courses, and includes coaching and networking with me and other participants.

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

“We Are Speaking:” Who we are and why you should subscribe for no more than $10.00/month. Help us reach bestseller status! open.substack.com/pub/wearespe...

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Announcing our Substack Newsletter!

This is We Are Speaking, a newsletter about American History, Government, and Politics from a Black perspective..

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Independent authors and creative professionals: stop learning alone. With the Branding and Marketing Academy, you're never on your can learn and network in the community, where you can learn and network. Ebooks: $9.99. Courses: $49.00. Start today! There's an app for that: pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Creatives! Stop learning alone. The Branding and Marketing Academy (Pam Speaks 2 You Community) makes every purchase a way in — learn and network with me and other members, not just download a file. Ebooks $9.99, courses $49. There's an app for that: pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The Email Marketing Course and Workbook help you to build a list you own, write emails people open, and turn subscribers into clients. This video explains more.

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

You wrote the book or created the business. Now it's time to do the marketing. 📚Join the Pam Speaks 2 You Creative Business Community with a free membership or the paid small group coaching group. 👉 Sign up at pamspeaks2you.app.

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Issue 1,079: Kathy Stanford Grant, one of only two Pilates instructors certified by Joseph Pilates himself. We publish 3-4 times a week on “We Are Speaking.” open.substack.com/pub/wearespe...

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Independent Authors and Creative Professionals! Join us in the Pam Speaks 2 You Creative Business Community, designed JUST FOR YOU!

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The Protecting Your Creative Assets course has 6 lessons on copyright, trademarks, contracts and licensing, spotting infringement, and building a protection plan you can maintain. Invest in this course at pamspeaks2you.app!

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Nothing is free in this world. Even to listen carefully, you have to pay attention! Happy Thursday!

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Issue 1,076: Tony Brown, Journalist and Founder of Tony Brown’s Journal We post 3-4 times a week on “We Are Speaking.” buff.ly/KtOEWj3

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Independent authors! Your manuscript is finished, so now what? Find out how to successfully market your book with this $49 course! pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Creatives! Stop learning alone. The Branding and Marketing Academy (Pam Speaks 2 You Community) makes every purchase a way in — learn and network with me and other members, not just download a file. Ebooks $9.99, courses $27. There's an app for that: pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Welcome to the Pam Speaks 2 You Creative Business Podcast — the podcast for independent authors and creative professionals who are done playing small and ready to build something real. I am your host, Pamela Hilliard Owens, and I am so glad you are here with me today. Today we are talking about...

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Independent Authors and Creative Professionals! The free Pam Speaks 2 You Creative Business Community is designed just for you! Check out the 5 reasons to join us below, then click the link to enroll! We can't wait to meet you and connect! pamspeaks2you.app/app/21063

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

“We Are Speaking:” Who we are and why you should subscribe for no more than $10.00/month. Help us reach bestseller status! open.substack.com/pub/wearespe...

open.substack.com

Announcing our Substack Newsletter!

This is We Are Speaking, a newsletter about American History, Government, and Politics from a Black perspective..

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Independent authors and creative professionals: stop learning alone. With the Branding and Marketing Academy, you're never on your can learn and network in the community, where you can learn and network. Ebooks: $9.99. Courses: $27.00. Start today! There's an app for that: pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Creatives! Stop learning alone. The Branding and Marketing Academy (Pam Speaks 2 You Community) makes every purchase a way in — learn and network with me and other members, not just download a file. Ebooks $9.99, courses $27. There's an app for that: pamspeaks2you.app

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Issue #1075 Rafael Hernández Marin, award-winning Puerto Rican Composer We publish 3-4 times a week on “We Are Speaking.” buff.ly/VJDjXTe

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Most creatives build on rented land. The algorithm decides who sees your work, and the rules can change overnight. Your audience isn't really yours. That's why I created Email Marketing for Creative Professionals. "Get the course and workbook for just $49 at pamspeaks2you.app.

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Our 2026 Midterm Ballots are here! (I blacked out my home address and the envelope barcode.) In 2018, Michigan voters overwhelmingly voted for "no excuse" absentee/early/mail-in voting. We just fill out our ballots at our kitchen table and put them in the Dropbox. Easy-peasy, as voting should be.

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Pamela Hilliard Owens @phowens.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Pope Leo XIV is speaking the truth! "Woke" is a term that was started by Black people in the 1940s.

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