What I Would Do Differently As a Writer If I Could Start All Over Again

When I started as a writer in my early 20s, I foolishly believed that to become successful I had to produce a masterpiece. Instant fame would come as soon as I wrote that masterpiece. I was idealistic and romantic like many young writers. And though I managed to get paid for the odd freelance article, I accomplished little actual writing during those formative years. If I could turn back time… Since then, I have had a lot of time to reflect on what I would do differently. What information from my experience can I share with new writers who want to dive into the world of writing? For one, I would avoid the reckless pursuit of the “perfect article” and not be so dependent on the approval of outsiders. Stop chasing the perfect article When I was younger, I wanted to write the perfect article that would set me apart from […]

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Got Writer’s Block? Try The 15-Minute Writer’s Workout

Writing an article can be a very difficult task. This is especially true if the deadline for your article is self-imposed and/or not due in the near future. Without the pressure of an immediate deadline, it’s very easy to fall into that terrible state of procrastination and idleness, what I define as Writer’s Block. The 15-Minute Writer’s Workout If you have Writer’s Block or problems with procrastination, try the 15-Minute Writer’s Workout. It will transform you into a writing machine. The 15-Minute Writer’s Workout is amazingly simple: • Set your timer to 15 minutes • Write for 15 minutes straight • End of writing exercise (It’s totally up to you whether you want to continue writing beyond the designated time.) • Repeat the next day Fifteen minutes doesn’t sound like a lot of time, but it’s amazing how much work you can get done. On good days, I can write […]

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