Define and Create Your Life: The Value of Mission Statements and Vision Statements
Crafting mission and vision statements provides clarity, direction, and purpose in both personal and professional life. Learn how to define your core values and set achievable goals to shape your future.
Embracing the Rollercoaster: Navigating the Ups and Downs
Life and writing are full of ups and downs. The key to success is persistence—learning to navigate setbacks, trust your vision, and keep moving forward.
5 Common Misconceptions About the Writing Business
The writing business is full of misconceptions. From the myth of predictability to the overemphasis on sales, many writers misunderstand what it truly means to be a professional. Learn how to approach writing as a business and set yourself up for success.
Embrace Marketing Joyfully
Many writers dread marketing, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. By approaching it with the right mindset, finding strategies that fit your personality, and thinking long-term, marketing can become an enjoyable and rewarding part of your writing career.
Yes, You Could Be a Self-Employed Author
Being a self-employed author isn’t just about making a living—it’s about living your truth. With the right mindset and approach, you can turn your passion for writing into a thriving career. Dare to dream big and take steps toward creative and financial independence.
Embracing Challenges: A Philosophy for Artists and Creatives
Challenges are not obstacles; they are opportunities for growth and creativity. Embrace life's struggles with a positive mindset, and watch your career and creativity flourish.
The Art of Being a Collaborative and Supportive Team Leader
Great leaders don’t just direct—they listen, collaborate, and uplift their team. Learn how to be a supportive and strategic team leader who fosters success for everyone involved.
The Twenty-Five Year Rule: A Traditional Path to Becoming a Great Writer
Becoming a great writer doesn’t happen overnight. Like any profession, it takes years of dedication, study, and practice. Explore the traditional 25-year path to mastering the craft of writing.
The Power of Direct Connection: How Authors Can Build Their Own Audience Without a Publisher's Help
In the past, authors relied on publishers to handle publicity, but today’s digital world has leveled the playing field. Authors can now directly connect with readers, bookstores, and media outlets, bypassing the middleman. Learn how to build your audience, market effectively, and establish meaningful relationships through online marketing.
In Things That Matter, We Do Have Control
Talent is natural, but persistence is rare. Writers have control over showing up, improving, and creating. While we can’t dictate how our work will be received, we can control our dedication, our craft, and our passion for storytelling.
Discovering Your Passion: How to Make a Living by Doing What You Love
Discover how to make a living by doing what you love. Learn the three options for career satisfaction and how to transition into doing what you’re passionate about for the rest of your life.
Create a Marketing Plan Your Publisher Can Support
Publishers often lack the resources to market your book, but you can take control. Learn how to create a marketing plan that proves your worth to publishers and helps promote your book effectively.
Master Time for Writing Success
Mastering time is key to writing success. By focusing on what matters most, avoiding procrastination, and staying committed to your projects, you can take control of your time and, in turn, your life and writing career.
Transforming Self-Perception: Unlocking Writer’s Happiness
Writers often struggle with dissatisfaction, measuring success through comparison. Learn how to transform your self-perception, stop comparing, and find happiness by valuing your work and progress rather than external rewards.
The Importance of Leadership to Writers
Writers are the foundation of the creative and publishing industries. Recognizing your role as a leader in your career is key to success.
Master Your Speaking Skills for Added Success
Public speaking can elevate your writing career, boost your visibility, and increase your book sales. Learn how to develop your skills, create a program, and market yourself as a speaker.
Mastering Interpersonal Skills for Writing Success
Success in writing isn’t just about talent—it’s about people. Mastering interpersonal skills can open doors, create opportunities, and transform your career.