Whether we're talking about writing a blog, a presentation, a book, or social media for business, we all strive for perfection. We look to release the perfect product or write the perfect book and we think success comes from perfection. I hate to burst your bubble but perfection is the enemy of ... Read More
Gratitude is being happy with the “little things”
“Gratitude turns what we have into enough.” Aesop. Gratitude is taking the time to be positive about things in your life: health, family, friends, home. You’ve heard the saying, “God doesn’t give you more than you can handle.” It’s been 29 years since those words spewed from my mouth. We tried for ... Read More
Quarter 1: The, good, the bad, the ugly, and more
Review Your Quarter 1 You're lying if during your yearly planning session you predicted having a quarantine. The COVID-19 pandemic has certainly created a huge shift in our daily lives, both personally and professionally. It's no surprise our Quarter 1 goals might not have been reached. Being the ... Read More
Keeping the Faith during times of uncertainty
Faith is defined as "complete trust or confidence in someone or something" and "a strong belief in God or in the doctrines of a religion, based on spiritual apprehension..." Personally, I don't know what I'd do right now if I didn't have faith. If I didn't believe in God, and if I didn't have ... Read More
How to Invest In Your Book Like A Professional
When it comes to publishing your book and doing it right, you need to invest in yourself and your book. But investing in your book is not just about spending money, it's about investing time and energy as well. When you understand where you to invest properly you will see the biggest returns for ... Read More
Re-Energize, Relax, Refresh – Now More Than Ever
Time to Re-Energize, Relax, Refresh I was supposed to leave for vacation in Florida tomorrow. Twelve wonderful days on the beach to re-energize, relax, refresh. Oh, the best laid plans. The last time I had a "real" vacation was 18 months ago in Hilton Head, SC. Wait, Hurricane Florence hit and we ... Read More
Writing Goals For the Second Quarter of 2020 And Beyond
As much as we would like to just say, "Yep, I'm going to write everyday!" it rarely happens without a writing plan. A writing plan is one of the best ways to maintain focus and clarity when you are writing your book. There are people who say you can write when the muse comes to you, and while that's ... Read More
Who Is Your Ideal Audience?
How does P&G sell their latest Tide product? Who does Disney sell tickets their latest movie to? How does your local coffee shop bring in customers? How do you sell more copies of your book? There are many ways each of these companies reach their customers but the one thing they all have in ... Read More