For 10 years, I did not consistently produce quality writing because I was ‘busy’. My schedule was hectic and chaotic. I put my writing to the side.

It wasn’t until I made up my mind that writing was not an option that I began to see my career grow. In order to become a successful writer, I had to write.

Here are 4 proven ways that will help you produce more everyday.

1.Set Priorities. What can do without you for a few minutes? Think about it. What are you doing that is taking the place of your writing time? Reality TV, Social Media craziness? Are you on Twitter and Facebook all day instead of writing? Are you reading too much? Yes, it’s possible. As writers we do like to read, but it comes a time when you have to put down someone else’s book and write your own. Make your writing a main concern in your life.

2.Set a Schedule. When I first began dating my husband, I was unemployed. I had all the time in the world to spend with him. That quickly changed when I began working again. We realized that we didn’t have a lot of time to hang out. What did we do? As unromantic as it sounds – we set a dating schedule. Yes! Can you believe it? We did. And it worked. We saw each other on Mondays and Thursdays. One year later we were engaged. We’ve been married 8 ½ years and counting. Set a schedule for your writing. When you’re serious about growing your writing career, you’ll set time within your 24 hours to write.

3.Set a Word Count. How many words do you need to complete your book? Don’t know? It’s time to set a word count. An average novel ranges from 65,000 words to 80,000 words. Most non-fiction books are approximately 45,000 words and upward. You do the math. How long will it take you to write 80,000 words? Two weeks, two months or two years? You decide – then make it happen.

4.Set a Deadline. Are you joking? No, I’m not. I don’t have a book contract yet! Set a deadline, anyway. By setting a deadline to complete your novel, your non-fiction work or even an article moves you from dreaming to reality. How long does it really take to write a book? Can I meet a contracted deadline? Practice setting deadlines and meeting them. It will increase your productivity.

It’s true – we all have the same 24 hours in a day. Don’t be sidetracked by procrastination or the promise of getting it done “when you feel like it.” Be intentional about your goals and stick to them. It will pay off.

How do you maximize your writing 24 hours to benefit your writing? You may leave your answer in the comment section below.

It’s ‘extra’ money, right? So why not make it work for you.

This is an opportunity for you to build your writing platform. I know you’re saying,

“I have bills, Wanza.”

“I want to get an iPad.”

Truth is, you had bills before the tax refund and you will have bills afterward. Now, don’t get me wrong – I’m all for getting out of debt and being financially responsible. However, for a writer who has been trying to build a platform or grow their writing business this is a great time to take advantage of money that is not in your normal budget.

Here are 4 ways you can use that ‘extra’ money to get ahead:

Get a New Look. Is your website or blog outdated? Does it need an upgrade? Are you representing yourself in the marketplace with your current site? Use your tax refund to upgrade your website or blog. Don’t get stuck in the dark ages. Get a website that reflects who you are. You know you want to.

Get a Coach. You’ve been saying it for months! “I really want to join so and so’s mentoring club or coaching program.” Why wait? Use a portion of your tax refund to invest in your writing. You won’t regret it.

Get Content. Get new amazing content for your site. Have you ever heard of PLR (Private Label Rights)? You can find PLR articles in practically every niche. Use PLR articles to keep your site up to date and relevant.

Get Assistance. Hire someone to help you with the things you can’t get done. Do you need graphics? Do you need someone to handle your schedule? Need help with social media – can’t seem to get that Twitter thing going, can you? I’m sure with a little support from a virtual assistant you can get more done in less time. Think about it.

Now is the time to set aside a few dollars to help build your career. So before you spend your entire tax refund, consider investing in your own writing platform or brand. You’re worth it!

Are you ready to invest in your writing? How about starting with this?

How often have you heard a teacher say those words? It’s not just for the student in the classroom anymore. That statement is for anyone who wants to live a fulfilling life. We need to pay attention to our lives on a daily basis.

What am I doing? Why am I doing it? Am I working towards my life’s goals? How do I achieve my dream life. Every answer comes when you ‘pay attention’ to what is going on in you and around you. I have learned four ways to help me remain focused on my dreams (great or small) until I see them come to life. Let them work for you, too.

1. Write a Non-Negotiable Statement. I, (your name) will accomplish the following life goals…….. Your list can be from 1 to 100 or more. It’s your non-negotiable statement. This is what you must have or want to fulfill your mission in life.

2. Write a Life Plan. To get focused about your life, you need a plan. Anyone who knows anything about traveling is that you have to know where you’re going. Don’t leave your life to chance or happenstance. Plan it. That’s right. Plan it on purpose. You know what you want, so why not get detailed about it and write it out. Put the life you see in your mind on paper. Once you do this, your mind will become clear. You will be able to see where you are and what you need to do to get to your future destination. Michael Hyatt’s ebook, Creating Your Personal Life Plan walks you through writing your own personal life plan. You can get it here for free!

3. Confess Your Plan. Now that you know what you want to accomplish…speak it out loud and reaffirm it in the atmosphere. Your dream becomes alive to you when you hear your own voice speak it. You can have what you say. It really is that simple. You can speak life or death to any situation with your tongue. Let your words work for you. The more you speak it the more your mind will focus on your dreams. When you are focused, you begin to take action to make your dreams come true.

4. Check Your Progress. You have your plan, you are reaffirming your plan by confessing what you believe, now, keep up with your achievements by keeping a progress report. Did you complete the novel by the due date you set? Did you write one article a week according to your plan? Whatever the task accomplished, you should record it to see how far you’ve come.

Remember, staying focus is not hard when you know exactly what you want to achieve. Your life goals are important, make them a priority, write your plan, confess your plan and you will undeniably see progress.

Our book of the week is FEARLESS by Max Lucado.

Each sunrise seems to bring fresh reasons for fear.

They’re talking layoffs at work, slowdowns in the economy, flare-ups in the Middle East, turnovers at headquarters, downturns in the housing market, upswings in global warming. The plague of our day, terrorism, begins with the word terror. Fear, it seems, has taken up a hundred-year lease on the building next door and set up shop. Oversized and rude, fear herds us into a prison of unlocked doors. Wouldn’t it be great to walk out?

Imagine your life, wholly untouched by angst. What if faith, not fear, was your default reaction to threats? If you could hover a fear magnet over your heart and extract every last shaving of dread, insecurity, or doubt, what would remain? Envision a day, just one day, where you could trust more and fear less.

Can you imagine your life without fear?

Get your copy of Fearless here!

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For the person who longs to run their business from home,author and highly successful entrepreneur Carrie Wilkerson says it is possible(she doesn’t just say it though, she shows you how). In The Barefoot Executive Carrie helps readers of all types understand the necessary ingredients in starting and running a lucrative home-basedbusiness. You’ll learn how to reclaim your time, determine your income, and changeyour lifestyle-all while keeping personal priorities intact.Successful at running her own seven-figure business from home and being an active speaker on the subject, Carrie demonstrates business models with tables and charts in an easy-to-understand format. Chapters include such subjects as finding a target markets, developing marketing strategies, and brand development. Especially important are the common pitfalls listed to avoiding starting a business from home.The Barefoot Executive will have you energized by the possibilities and embracing the extraordinary life that is well within your reach.

Get your copy of The Barefoot Executive here!

Writers on the other hand, write often in the same genre for a particular group of people. Lately, I have noticed that although Information Marketers and Writers are similar, Information Marketers usually have a greater understanding of the business end of writing and tend to make a greater profit from their writing in comparison to the traditional writer waiting to be published.

I’ve discovered four things from Information Marketers that has changed who I am and what I do as a writer.

1. Content is KING. Yes, as writers we know that good writing is expected but we don’t know how valuable the content is. As writers we often focus on the editing part of writing – Is it perfect? Do I have any grammar mistakes? Information Marketers want their copy to be grammatically correct but more importantly they are not stuck on the logistics. They know that high value content outweighs a grammar mistake or two. Their goal is to get information to their readers and clients in an efficient manner.

TIP: Don’t be so busy crossing the i’s and the t’s that you make the mistake and not produce something that is of value to the reader.

2. Timing is EVERYTHING.  So, you have a good idea. In fact, it’s a great idea that can solve a problem for thousands of people. What do writers do? We begin an outline, get our thoughts together and then we see if we shop it around to an agent or publishing house for possible publication next year! Information Marketers know that timing is essential to the life of a product and it’s viability in the market place. If you’re writing a book for first year teachers, you don’t want that book to come out in June. You have to recognize when it is time to act fast. As writers we get caught up in someone publishing our material, but we need to consider our timing. Our sole purpose is to help our readers. If our information is consistently delayed in the market place it can significantly lower our profit and our visibility.

TIP: Traditional Publishing is not always the best route – especially when you have a time sensitive idea that can solve a problem in the market place.

3. It’s not personal; It’s BUSINESS. Writers carry our work in our hearts. We don’t want to change our stories. We want our words to remain our words; besides we are the writer. Information Marketers know differently. Writing is a business. It’s a process of gathering information for the reader in a way that they can understand quickly. It’s not personal, it’s business. If a sentence has to be changed for clarity; they change it. If the theme of the book or product needs revising; they revise it for the better. As writer we need to take our feelings out of it and write from a business end. Your goal is to see your work in print and reach the masses. Don’t be so close to your writing that you can’t see how to profit from it. Your gift should support your livelihood.

TIP: It’s okay to make an income from your writing. 

4. Validation is relevant but not IMPORTANT. Often writers seek validation of their peers. They can’t submit an article without someone taking a look at it and approving it. Writers crave validation of their work. Information Marketers usually do not. Information Marketers are confident and believe that their past experiences and/or research validates their information. Can it be a gamble? At times, but it is much more profitable and rewarding to complete and promote your work without the pain and rejection of another who may not truly understand your vision.

TIP: Don’t get caught up in what other people think about your work. Follow your vision.

If you’re looking for a personal writing coach to answer your questions on a daily basis – this is for you.

This program is for you if…

• You are a frequent speaker and you would like to offer your audience a product
• You are a teacher and you would like to write a book to match your curriculum – perfect for Bible Study Teachers, Small Groups Facilitators and Homeschoolers
• You are a writer that believes in your work and simply wants to publish your book NOW
• You have an idea for a book but you don’t know where to begin
• You are a traditionally published author and you want to learn how to publish materials frequently at your convenience
• You are a writer interested in increasing your income

With my coaching program, you get personalized, one-on-one coaching to answer any of your writing questions.

This coaching is extremely personal. It’s not a cookie-cutter program, one size fits all. It’s a program designed for your specific need. I will look at your book, read your ideas, and personally give you the best strategies that will work for you.

You’ll have access to my personal email address where you and I communicate one-on-one. You can ask me anything related to writing.

Along with a personalized approach, we will communicate Monday-Friday (excluding legal U.S. holidays). You will email my personal email address with your question and I will respond with a personalized answer. 

The beauty of this coaching program is this…..

We can talk about anything that you want! Send me one question daily for 30 days and I will answer it.

You may have questions about….

Publishing

Self-publishing

Traditional publishing v. Self-publishing

How to format my book

Writing my first chapter

I have an idea but where do I begin

Editing

Should I hire an editor

Blogging

Marketing my book

How to Make Money Writing

How much should I charge for my writing services?

Query Letters

What we cover is completely up to you. There is no set “curriculum” that we are going to go through. We cover what you want to cover. We improve what is most important to you.

We’ll work together.

Ready to get started TODAY?

After you submit your order below, you will receive information that will give you access to my personal email address and further instructions to follow to begin your private coaching immediately.

The coaching program terms:

1. Only one question per day. Each day you may post ONE question for me to answer. If you ask more than one question, then I’ll only respond to the first one. Due to the nature of this program (literally, *personal* training where I take the time to look at your specific situation) I cannot answer more than one question per day. If you skip a day you don’t get to “catch up” later.

 

2. Holidays and weekends we are off! Simple as that! 

 

3. You will have 30 days of private coaching with me. Monday through Friday) Your coaching will end exactly one month from the day you began.

 

4.  How much will you cover? It’s totally up to you! Work at your own pace – fast or slow – as long as you get it done and I’m here to support you and give you direction. 

Are you serious about your writing? Are you ready to publish your book? Are you ready to grow your writing career? It takes work, investment and faith in yourself to achieve your goals. I’m here to help you make it happen. Stop sitting on the sidelines and get the assistance you need.

Your investment? Only $297 per month.

Are you ready to invest in yourself? Remember, this is personalized just for you. This level of coaching is for those that are ready to take action and see massive results. Is that you?

Great! Only thing left to do is order below and we’re off to achieving your dreams.

NOTE: Please know that there are absolute NO REFUNDS available for this coaching program. Additionally, I cannot and do not guarantee you’ll publish a book or make money as a result of this coaching as individual results depend upon the individual’s effort, situation, application and other intangibles that I have no control over.

One of the best ways to market your articles and grow your business is to use Twitter. Twitter is growing in popularity and more and more people and businesses are using it every day to communicate with others. This is why you need to use it for not only your business, but for your articles as well.

Some of the article directories you’d submit your articles to have the ability to post your article as soon as it’s approved. This is a great service and one you should take advantage of simply because the more time you will have to write, the more articles you’ll be able to submit.

There are directories that don’t offer this automatic post to Twitter, so you’ll need to do this yourself. You can either post the link with a brief description or the title or some have social media buttons you can use to do this for you. When you make these posts yourself make sure you add the title of your article and if you have room, give a brief description of the article. That way your followers will know what they’re going to read.

Article marketing is a valuable tool to use no matter what you’re trying to promote. It’s a way for people to see that you’re real, you care about others, and you can be trusted. When you promote your articles through Twitter, your exposure will increase and that will help you build trust with your followers.

Corrie Petersen runs a successful Virtual Assistant business. She enjoys helping her clients reach their goals through the services she offers. If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, go to http://www.virtualfreedom4you.com to see how she can help you make that happen.

“Wanza, why are you NOT living your dream life?” It was a hard question to ask myself. It was even harder to answer. Truthfully, my answer was lame…I had no real answer except that I had never really tried to live the life of my dreams.

I didn’t have a plan. I didn’t have a strategy in place that would lead me to living life differently. Amazingly, once I began asking myself questions, I began seeking for answers. Thankfully, the answers began to come.

I’d like to share with you 5 ways that I am using to enhance my writing career which in turn is allowing me to begin living the life of my dreams. 

1. Take Advantage. If you’re just starting out or if you’re an advanced writer you should take advantage of other people’s knowledge and expertise. There is a plethora of resources available to writers through blogs, books, eBooks and professional courses. I recently heard that “experience is not necessarily the best teacher.” Why go through continuous failure or less than great success when you can learn from other people’s experiences? There is no law that says you have to learn the hard way by doing it all by yourself. Get what you need…and don’t feel bad about it!

2. Take Action. Stop sitting on the sidelines and simply write, write and then write some more. Then publish what you’ve written. Make a goal. Set a deadline and keep it. Don’t expect someone to do it for you. It’s your life; you have to make it happen. What do you have to lose? Why have the gift of words that can change lives and not make more of it?

3. Take Alternatives. Have you tried your hand at writing in a different genre? Have you considered becoming a freelance writer while you’re finishing your book? It’s time to leave the traditional route and achieve your goals. Don’t be scared of the unknown. Take a different route to publication. Write in another genre. Be brave. You’ll never know what you can do until you try it.

4. Take Agony. In this business rejection comes in all forms – from agents to family to your best friend who doesn’t like the ending of your new book. Take it lightly. Rejection is not a personal reflection on you. Get in the habit of learning from every rejection. Use it to propel you to another level in your career.

5. Take Acceptance. It’s time to get to know you as a writer. Don’t look to the left or to the right. Stop glancing at your colleagues web pages wishing you had thought of that “idea” first. Just be you. You are creative, talented and chosen by God to write words that change lives, impart hope, and make readers smile while they fall asleep reading your book because it was too good to stop.

It’s time to multiply your writing. Value the gift that is within you and go for it.

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