Don’t break the chain. This weekend last year I was training hard for the Pike’s Peak Ascent. Leading up to the Ascent, I did the Black Canyon Ascent this very weekend last year, six miles uphill all the way. I’m not a very good athlete so it was very intimidating to me, but I finished […]
Overcome Writer’s Block With This Simple Strategy
Need to overcome writer’s block? Well, sometimes you just need to write. I talk to so many people that want to write a book…someday. In fact, there’s a statistic that says 80% of people want to write a book but not many people actually complete it. My biggest desire for my students and clients is […]
5 Easy Ways to Write Your Book
There is more than one way to write a book. I often have authors tell me they do not know where to start when writing a book. In this post, I am going to share five ways that I have used to write a book to help you get started in the right direction: #1: Write the Book […]
Working in Less Than Ideal Circumstances
Sometimes we’re working in less than ideal situations. I recently was flying to San Francisco to speak at the Bay Area Independent Publishers Association Workshop. I was wanting to review my PowerPoints on the plane.
9 Ways Authors Can Use IFTTT Recipes To Be More Productive
I love productivity tools and finding ways to accomplish more with less time. A tool I recently started using is IFTTT which stands for If This Then That. I have to admit when I first found out about IFTTT, I was confused. It didn’t make sense to me how it would be useful to me. Now, I know […]
How Fast Can You Type?
How fast can you type? Take the speed typing test below to find out. online typing test (c) CalculatorCat.com
Mind Mapping Your Book
One of my favorite tools for authors is mind mapping. Why? Mind maps are a great way to organize your thoughts, but they can also be condensed so they aren’t overwhelming. No other outlining system offers the visual representation you can get from a mind map, and they have become an essential part of outlining […]
The 7 Benefits of Mind Mapping
Human beings have worked out their problems, brainstormed ideas, and put together projects for many years with the trusty pen and paper. Why the need for Mind Maps? Viewing: Take in the bigger picture easily and quickly at a glance. Recollection: The visual nature of Mind Maps allows for easy recall. Simplification: Mind Maps allow […]
Two Things You Need To Know Before Writing Your Book
Deciding to step out and write a book is an exciting decision. However, before you start writing, there are some things you need to know. The type of book you are writing and how much you already know will determine just how much you will need to learn before you can begin the process. While there […]
6 Books Every Writer Needs To Read
Writing is an art. If you want to do well, you have to learn the craft. The saying goes, “practice makes perfect.” But it is equally important to study the craft of writing. Writing alone isn’t enough to improve. You have to study the art of writing and practice writing well. In this post, I […]