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I’m in editing mode so today’s post is a slight variation of one from last year. Enjoy! ****** When we’re “in the zone,” sometimes we can get so enamored with our writing that we neglect the one thing that will set us apart from other writers: our brand. Last year, I was privileged to hear Shannon Vannatter speak at a branding and marketing workshop while …
I’m a sucker for old movies. One of my favorites is Peyton Place, an oldie from the late 1950’s. Considered very risqué at the time, Peyton Place had it all: scandal, alcoholism, murder, and moral dilemmas. Not my typical fare, and perhaps somewhat cheesy by today’s standards, this is a classic example of superb storytelling. The film is narrated by “Allison …
Writers often find other writers’ styles intriguing. We marvel at their creative flair. Their tenacity inspires us. We’re impressed by their God-given ability. Often, we catch ourselves wondering why it seems so easy for them to connect the dots when we’re lost between scribbles. Why is it that some writers’ words seem to burst forth with color and finesse while ours tremble on …
In today’s world we’re very visually motivated. Because of savvy marketing gimmicks, we often make decisions based on eye appeal and not performance. Bells and whistles and cross-the-heart promises sell us everything from dressed-up paperweights to lighter-than-air feather dusters–and usually, all for a mere $19.95. From cleaning supplies, food, clothing, make-up, and countless everyday products to the more costly things such …
For writers, there’s nothing worse than those “off days.” The ones that Wally Writer and Annie Author rarely talk about because their writing is just too picture-perfect. Everything they create is a masterpiece. Every word they write is beautiful and filled with deep, profound meaning. They don’t often admit mistakes, because…well…they just don’t make any! And of course, Wally Writer and …
Today I wanted to talk a little about balance. Whether you write or not, more than likely you spend much of the day wearing several hats and juggling many balls. There may be fires to put out and others to start. There are appointments to keep, deadlines to meet, places to be, and e-mails to answer. Now, if …
