Is writing still right for you? Certainly every one of us has asked
that question.
Recently, I read words that caused me pause. Words that were meant as encouragement and motivation, strong words that bit to the core. Is there a time to re-evaluate? If God works in His own season, can the season for writing pass?
Recently, I read words that caused me pause. Words that were meant as encouragement and motivation, strong words that bit to the core. Is there a time to re-evaluate? If God works in His own season, can the season for writing pass?
|
|
1. Successful writers can set and stick to a schedule.
2. Successful writers don't require interaction and enjoy working independently.
3. Successful writers handle the business endof writing and publishing.
4. Successful writers are professional
5. Successful writers don't procrastinate.
Copied from Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen's "7 Personality Traits of a Successful Writer"
http://theadventurouswriter.com She is author of five "Quips and Tips" blogs, and is writing a series of "Quips and Tips" eBooks.
She also wrote "Four Signs that You Need to Re-Evaluate Your Writing Goals"
that includes these points:
(1) lack of forward momentum,
(2) boredom or lack of motivation,
(3) low return on investment of your time and energy
(4) negative or no feedback. Descriptions of each symptom were given in the article.
She also warned to watch for : 1) losing your joy for writing, 2) losing your creativity 3) talking about it more than doing it, 4)resentment of time and energy, and 5) lack of self- discipline.
Her suggestions are valid and the books are excellent motivation.
Click Here to Continue Reading...
AprilBoyer.com
Leave a comment