Kirsty Barnden

Freelance Content Writer

United Kingdom

Many years ago, I qualified with the NCTJ in newspaper journalism. Since then, I have gathered lots of experience working in print and digital media in both editorial and sales & marketing roles. My combination of skills and experience is what makes me ideally placed to provide digital marketing content.

I have been ghostwriting blogs (and other digital marketing content) for since 2017. Together with my trusty content brief template and lots of research, I can turn my keyboard to any subject in any industry. I have written blogs on topics including:

charity fundraising, procurement & supply chain, business and finance, alternative finance, drainage services, IT and MSPs, leadership, HR, insurance, wellness, gardening, beauty and skin care, cooking, parenting, digital and software solutions and healthcare.

If I haven't written in your niche before, I pride myself on being a very quick study. This is my favourite aspect of my work. It's so varied, and I never stop learning or researching new industries and topics and absorbing information.

Portfolio
Smartlead Marketing
09/23/2022
10 Ways Lead Gen Has Changed Over the Past 10 Years - Smartlead Marketing

What were you doing 10 years ago? In September 2012, we were still buzzing after London hosted the Olympics. Perhaps less buzzing about the fact David Cameron was Prime Minister. One Direction were snapping up number ones and BRIT Awards left, right and centre. Gangnam Style was the first YouTube video to hit 1 billion views.

FranklinCoveyUK
05/04/2022
Empathy is Essential. Compassion is a Superpower

We’ve all gained a little more understanding of the way in which small acts of kindness can go a long way. At work this rings especially true, but with so much change and disturbing news that is outside the office putting pressure on people and upheaving wellbeing, it remains difficult to strike the balance between leading and feeling. Or should there be a distinction at all?

Composite Prime
08/26/2022
Summer Entertaining: How to Make Your Garden Party Central - Composite Prime

You may keep being reminded that the -ber months are just around the corner. But don't crack out your boots and start dreaming of Pumpkin Spice Lattes just yet. Summer isn't over, and there's plenty of time to enjoy some more summer entertaining before you pack up the garden furniture.

exec-appointments.com
How to live Danishly, but without moving to Denmark

Apparently most of us now consider work-life balance more important than salary in defining our job and life satisfaction, but when trying to define what this actually means, it often comes down to time. To some it means getting home in time to have a family dinner and read their children a bedtime story.

PR Superstar
12/20/2021
Why NHS PR is Critical to its Survival | PR Superstar

Posted on 20 December 2021 in by Industry Insight Jill Kent The British public has a curious relationship with the National Health Service (NHS). We view it a bit like a wayward family member: We're proud of it, we're grateful for it, but there's an undercurrent of concern that it won't be there for us when we need it.

Private Recruitment Client
04/28/2022
Not OK, Boomer: How Do We Overcome Age Discrimination In Tech? - Intec Select

Image by rawpixel.com Aside from professional football, there are few careers where you're considered past it at 35. Sadly, the technology sector is one where age discrimination is still rife and the misbelief that keeping up with technological progress is an exclusive trait of youth. As a result, three-quarters of professional Developers are aged...

exec-appointments.com
UK Businesses Must Step Up Their Recruitment Game To Win Top Talent

There is a national skills shortage across the UK, and the finance sector is no exception, especially at the senior end. A reduction in hiring during the economic downturn contributed to a talent shortage that costs the UK economy a reported £10billion a year.

PVSA New
06/30/2022
How a Virtual Assistant Can Help You Scale Up

There are only so many hours in a day. Life as an entrepreneur, particularly a solopreneur, can be overwhelming. When you are already swamped with work, it can seem impossible to take on any more. Achieving growth is extra challenging when you have nobody to support you to bridge the productivity gap.