Write a great story. Write every day. Or maybe don’t. But if you want to get paid, write every day. Hone the craft. Start small—begin with articles, blogs, and community publications. …
The Apollo 13 Approach to Writing
Do you remember the scene in the movie Apollo 13 where the guys at mission control scramble to find a fix—and fast—for the astronauts caught in a crippled spacecraft about …
Turn Scholarly Papers into Understandable Articles
You may be an expert in science, engineering, or a medical field, and you have great ideas to share. But the bottom line is communication —what good is it to …
Invite the Writing Community to Take a Look
We often think of writing as a solitary activity. And often, it is. However, the most experienced writers have learned along the way to invite trusted reviewers to provide feedback. …
10 Common Mistakes of Highly Educated Writers
Highly educated writers with multiple degrees at the graduate level have almost instant credibility with their audiences before they even write or speak. Communicating the fact that they are the …
Building Your Brand
—by Karis Vigil, M.S. Every year just after Thanksgiving, the questions start: What do you want for Christmas? What does he want? Any ideas for so-and-so? After a couple …