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The funny thing about clutter is, at some point, we stop seeing it. It starts to blend in with our every day and becomes a fixture in our homes. It can even be said, physical clutter is a mirror reflection of mental clutter. Take a peek inside your mind. Is it open and free, or messy, […]
“Book Bound By The Sea” is just around the corner and it’s going to be a packed house! When you put dozens of like-minded authors together in the same place, it is nothing short of magic! Recently, however, I’ve received an influx of messages from those “on the fence” or not sure if “Book Bound” […]
So, you read my post on writing a book, Think Writing a Book Won’t Benefit Your Business? Think Again!, and now your wheels are turning, right? You know writing a book will help promote your business, but you’re not sure how to get started. Then let me tell you about my exclusive “Book Bound by […]
Do you find yourself lacking motivation? Occasionally? Every day? Right now, even? Well, join the club! You’re in good company. It happens to the best of us and has all sorts of causes. You may be tired, overworked, overwhelmed; the list goes on and on. But, at the end of the day, you still have […]
There’s mixed information on just how important a book title is in the success of a book. Some say, not so much; others say Some say, not so much; others say very important. But, let’s let the facts speak for themselves. In a research study conducted by Thomas Nelson, readers consider the following seven attributes […]
So, you read my recent post on writing a book, Think Writing a Book Won’t Benefit Your Business? Think Again!, and now your wheels are turning, right? You know writing a book will help promote your business, but you’re not sure how to get started. Then let me tell you about my exclusive “Book Bound” […]
The other day I talked a bit about identifying the distractions in your life holding you back from being truly productive. One scenario many people might fail to recognize is the environment in which they are attempting to work. Sit back and take a good long look around you. Is it clean and tidy, with […]
We’ve all been asked the following question during a job interview, what are your strengths? We usually try to answer with the assumed expectations of the interviewer. But are the answers we give in times of nervous stress our truths? If asked outside of a job interview, would we be able to tell honestly, what […]
Did you know that Einstein, one of the greatest minds of the 20th century, wore the exact same style of outfit every day? This wasn’t merely because he was a quirky scientist — there was a far more profound reasoning behind his fashion sense (or lack thereof). When you simplify your wardrobe, you free up […]
According to the Wall Street Journal, fear of public speaking is the number one phobia experienced by Americans today. Whether making a presentation at a convention or pitching your product to a single individual, public speaking can make even the most confident person nervous. However, the ability to speak clearly and passionately about your […]
The first step in writing a book is choosing a topic. For some writers, a topic idea has been percolating in their minds for a while, or they come across some piece of information that generates a topic idea. However, for others, it can be a challenging task to find a topic that will be […]
Can’t seem to muster up the drive and determination to begin writing? Even the most seasoned authors will experience a lack of motivation from time to time. If this sounds like a familiar scenario, you should try the following techniques to overcome procrastination and start writing. Set Small Goals You don’t have to finish an […]
Highly successful people tend to share some common characteristics, some of which involve motivation. Today we’re going to take a look at some of the different ways that successful people motivate themselves. By following a similar approach in your daily life, you’ll become more productive with a greater drive/determination to excel. They Envision the Goal […]
Wouldn’t it be great if you never made a grammar or spelling mistake? Well, unfortunately this isn’t the case. Even the most skilled authors are guilty of making mistakes when writing, ranging from improper use of punctuation to poor wording, misspellings and more. By proofreading your work before publishing, however, you can catch and fix […]
Every writer has been guilty of making a cliché at some point in time. While they may seem harmless enough, they can water down the quality of your work. So, what exactly are clichés and how do you avoid them? Clichés Defined By definition, a cliché is any expression or idea that’s overused to the […]