Opportunity cost calculations abound. We constantly make trade-off decisions concerning money and time. Which is most constrained for you? How do you choose? Here are some considerations.
Birthday Reflections on Finding Your Tru...
When an icon dies, when a milestone birthday approaches, the reflection begins: “Which traces do I want to leave in this world?” What traces will YOU leave? What part of your voice will resonate with future readers?
The Most DANGEROUS—and Promising—Time of
Tis the season of reflection and projection. The end of the year inspires self-criticism and unrealistic aspirations. Here’s my year-end advice: 3 simple steps that can position you to make big leaps in the year ahead.
Find Your Voice to Engage Your Readers
Writers often talk about “voice.” But what is voice, and why do so many of us struggle to find, develop, and trust our voice? Here are some suggestions on how to find and define YOUR voice to create a relationship with your readers, and how to trust your voice enough to let it be heard.
Lessons from a Poetry Submissions Party
Submissions, whether for individual poems or book manuscripts, can cause anxiety. Here are some lessons to help lessen the angst and sustain yourself through the process.
Purpose: The Starting Place for Strategi...
Why are you writing a book? Does its practical purpose support your business purpose and personal purpose? If not, take another look–alignment may ease your journey in 3 helpful ways.
What Writers Can Learn from Artists: Pra...
Writers can learn a lot from painters and visual artists. Here are two core principles that artists live by: practice and release. Try them on for size and notice a dramatic improvement in your writing process.
How to Stop the Overwhelm and Start Writ...
The idea of writing a book can overwhelm even experienced writers. To stop spinning and start writing, go back to process basics and follow these tips to tame the many options that contribute to overwhelm.
Love of Learning: Guide or Obstacle?
Love of learning is the guide of life, says a famous motto. But if we’re not careful, love of learning can become an obstacle. Consider these 5 questions to determine whether you need more learning… or if you can safely jump ahead.
Paying Attention to Distractions
We find ourselves easily distracted on a daily basis. But sometimes a distraction is something we should pay attention to, to become better humans in life and business.
Practical Tips for BIG Projects: Survivi...
Are you in the middle of a big project? Pushing hard to get it done? Here are some tips to help you manage the big push and advice for recovering afterward.
The Importance of Rest and Restoration
We use immense energy in whatever we create. If your creative work has become a slog, you may need more R&R. To thrive, we need both time away from work and ways to refill our well. This post gives you ideas for both.