People often ask me what it takes to be a good writer. The short answer? I don't know. The slightly longer answer? I don't know, and I don't care. I am much less … [Read more...] about 7 Tips for More Effective Writing
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How to Be a Good Writer (If There Is Such a Thing)
Too many writers are caught up with thoughts of whether or not they are any good. We are quite the neurotic bunch, aren't we? But what if all this self-doubt was … [Read more...] about How to Be a Good Writer (If There Is Such a Thing)
Write Less, Not More: How to Slice and Dice Your Content
One of my favorite "essays on writing" is by Anne Lamott. When I read it in college, it forever changed the way I approached the craft. A decade later, it's still having … [Read more...] about Write Less, Not More: How to Slice and Dice Your Content
The First Step to Making a Difference: Get Out of Bed
Some days, making a difference begins with something as simple as getting out of bed. It means getting up and doing work that matters. Which always starts slowly and … [Read more...] about The First Step to Making a Difference: Get Out of Bed
If You Want to Write to a Larger Audience, Be More Specific
How do you become a better writer? It's not always easy. There is, however, one sure-fire way to reach an audience faster than you ever thought possible: Narrow your … [Read more...] about If You Want to Write to a Larger Audience, Be More Specific
How to Stay Focused Writing
In case you haven't noticed, I write about all the stuff I suck at. And here's my worst struggle yet: staying focused. But this discipline is a non-negotiable for a … [Read more...] about How to Stay Focused Writing