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Lia Marus

Senior Writing Consultant | Editor | Mentor ETDP SETA–Accredited Facilitator, Assessor & Moderator I'll always respoind.

I (in case you don't know me, my name is Lia Marus) started working in 2007 and at this early stage I thought about having a blog called "Memoirs of a South African Freelancer". Over the years, and as I made my gradual transition towards my freelance career, it underwent a few changes. At times, I wanted it to be a collection of my musings along my journey as a freelancer and at one stage I even bought the domain www.samemoirs.co.za to house all of my thoughts. However, what I've come to realise is that Facebook is the meeting point for people - such as myself - to share their thoughts and ideas. So, what better way to connect with those who need to hear what I have to say than to convert my existing business page into my dream of Memoirs of a South African Freelancer! So, on this page you'll find a collection of my thoughts, feelings, inspiration and musings. The mix is broad so brace yourself - everything from copywriting, editing to workplace culture and freelancing is talked about. I'm a great communicator so if there's something that you want to chat further to me about, comment on the post or send me a DM.

11/09/2026

Before you close the laptop and mentally clock out for the week, here’s a little reminder:

You probably did more this week than you think.

Not all progress comes with a dramatic finish line. Sometimes it’s finally finding the right words. Sometimes it’s fixing the paragraph that has been bothering you for days. Sometimes it’s sending the proposal, finishing the report or simply opening the document you’ve been avoiding.

And sometimes? It’s just keeping going.

That counts.

So instead of ending the week thinking about everything still sitting on your to-do list, take a moment to acknowledge what did move forward.

And if one of those unfinished projects could use a fresh pair of eyes next week, I’d be delighted to help.

Explore my writing and editing services:
www.liamarus.com/services

10/09/2026

Thursday Thoughts

How often do we put something off because it isn’t quite ready yet?

The article needs another tweak. The proposal needs another read. The idea needs more thinking. The first draft needs to be better before anyone sees it.

But perfection can become a very convincing form of procrastination.

Progress gives you something to work with. Perfection keeps moving the finish line.

Write the imperfect first draft. Get the idea onto the page. Then refine it, strengthen it and make it shine.

After all, you can edit a rough draft. You can’t edit a blank page.
And if you need some help with the refining part, that’s where I come in.

Explore my writing and editing services:
www.liamarus.com/services

09/09/2026

Wednesday Wisdom

Clear writing isn’t about using impressive words. It’s about making sure your reader never has to work harder than necessary to understand what you mean.

When your writing is clear, your ideas become easier to follow, your message becomes more memorable, and your expertise has a better chance of making an impact.

Because good writing shouldn’t make the reader stop and decipher the sentence. It should help them concentrate on the idea behind it.

Sometimes the smartest thing you can do for your writing is make it simpler.

Need help bringing greater clarity to your words?
Explore my writing and editing services:
www.liamarus.com/services

08/09/2026

Tuesday Tip: Stop editing while you’re still writing.

It’s tempting to fiddle with every sentence until it sounds just right before moving on. The problem? You can spend 20 minutes wrestling with one paragraph and completely lose the idea that was trying to escape your brain in the first place.
Try this instead:

Write first. Edit later.

When you do start editing, work in layers. Check the meaning, then the structure, and only then worry about grammar, punctuation and polishing individual sentences.

Your first draft doesn’t need to be beautiful. It just needs to exist. The polishing comes afterwards.

And if you’ve reached the point where you can no longer see the wood for the words, I can help.

Take a look at my writing and editing services:
www.liamarus.com/services

07/09/2026

A new week doesn’t need a dramatic reinvention.
Sometimes, progress is simply about showing up, taking the next step and keeping the momentum going.

Whether you’re working on a thesis, polishing a report, developing website content or trying to turn a complicated idea into clear, compelling writing, you don’t have to wrestle with every word alone.

That’s where I come in.

Start your week by giving your writing the attention it deserves.
Explore my writing, editing and consulting services:
www.liamarus.com/services

03/09/2026

In the final stretch at the CMO Summit.

02/09/2026

Remember I told you I would be launching something big yesterday? Well, a few technical challenges had other ideas, but now it’s official!

I’d like to introduce you to Lia’s English Studio:

https://www.liasenglishstudio.co.za/

At Lia’s English Studio, I don’t simply help learners complete their homework. I help them become confident readers, writers and communicators through personalised lessons tailored to their individual needs.

Every learner is different. That’s why every lesson is designed around the learner’s strengths, challenges and goals.

Rather than relying on memorisation, I focus on understanding, confidence and practical language skills that learners can use both inside and beyond the classroom.

If your child is struggling with English, lacks confidence, or simply needs some individual attention to strengthen their skills, let’s talk about how I can help.

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Lia’s English Studio

Where Language Skills Come to Life

01/09/2026

Good writing isn’t about making things sound complicated. It’s about making your message clear, credible and easy to understand.

This reminder is simple: strong ideas deserve strong writing. Whether you’re working on academic content, business communication, thought leadership or website copy, careful writing and professional editing can turn a good message into one that actually lands.

Need another pair of eyes on your words, or someone to help you shape them from the start?

Explore my writing, editing and language consulting services at www.liamarus.com/services

30/08/2026

What does running a restaurant have in common with building a new business?

More than you might think.

A conversation over breakfast reminded me that the reality of running a business often looks very different from the polished version customers see. It also prompted me to reflect on market research, creating multiple income streams and the new venture I have been quietly building.

Read On Reading the Room here:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/reading-room-lia-marus-ljpyf

27/08/2026

Good writing should make your ideas clearer—not make your readers work harder to understand them.

Whether you are preparing a report, research paper, website or business document, clear writing helps your message reach its audience with confidence and impact.

If your ideas matter, give them the clarity they deserve.

Find out how I can help you refine your writing:
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