Sep 18, 2020 | Productivity, Writing
“Write every day,” they say. But who the hell are they, anyway? They don’t always know what they’re talking about, because they don’t know you. Instead of listening to them, why not create a writing practice that fits your schedule and your life? I spent 2019 doing...
Jan 24, 2020 | Strategy, The Business of Writing, The Writer's Roadmap
There’s incredible power in knowing how to say something in one sentence. Like knowing what your story is about. Or being able to explain your objective.. Or telling a partner why you’re upset. Or explaining your motives. Or saying no. It’s a complete sentence, too.|...
Jan 17, 2020 | Community, Storytelling, Strategy
When people ask me if you need a formal writing education in order to be a writer, I say no. Absolutely not. You can educate yourself by writing, reading, and taking classes. I’m always taking classes. In fact, each year, I spend more on education than any other part...
Jan 10, 2020 | Finding Balance, Productivity, Strategy
If you’re reading this, it probably means you want to get your life in order. It’s in the title, right? Or maybe you think “getting your life in order” is a myth. There’s too much pressure to be perfect, and you don’t believe...
Dec 20, 2019 | Finding Balance, Inspiration, Productivity
Sometimes you have to push your goals aside because sometimes, you’ll find your goals are getting in the way of actually reaching them. Let me explain. I work really hard and focus intensely on finishing projects and creating strategies that bring me closer to...
Dec 6, 2019 | Strategy, The Business of Writing
“What the hell is pre-marketing?” you may be asking right now. And why do I need to do it? If you’re like most writers I know, you probably despise the marketing part of writing. You cringe at the thought of asking people to buy or give you a blurb for your book. And...