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This article discusses the issue of writing skills among Malaysian community college students, which hinder their potential success as future entrepreneurs through blog writing and product marketing. The research is designed to create and evaluate blog writing materials, examining their efficacy within the course curriculum while also analysing student perceptions of these materials. Employing a quantitative research approach through online questionnaires, the study employs descriptive analysis techniques to extract significant insights, including positive feedback and suggestions for future research in this field. The findings reflected the success instructional objectives, as evidenced by elevated student ratings and their valuable contributions. Ultimately, by equipping students with these essential skills, this research contributes to their development as proficient entrepreneurs in the dynamic digital landscape, poised to create influential blog content and effectively promote products.
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