Check out this video to see exactly what I meant with my post on words: The Power of Words This was sent to me by a blogging colleague and author of the insightful “Not Running a Hospital” (who ironically had not seen yesterday’s post).
Read MoreSuperman Wonder Woman Justice League Skunk Girl These are just words, but they evoke strong images and jumpstart your imagination. Even without further description, your mind has a sense of what we are talking about and what could come next. Of course, you’ve heard these words and they represent a familiar story line.* But the reason, these words can so instantly...
Read MoreWhen it comes to losing weight, there is a simple formula: eat less, exercise more. It may be simple, but that doesn’t make it easy. Fortunately, the simple formula for writing better is much easier to follow: Write more, read more. The writing more gets plenty of attention, but reading more is just as important and maybe a little easier. It’s not really...
Read MoreOne of the best worst Christmas presents I ever received was a yellow dress, given to me by my grandmother when I was about 8. I suppose it was pretty enough despite the square neck and puffy sleeves, but I hated it as soon as I opened the box. I didn’t wear dresses. At all. Ever. I was a strictly jeans and cowboy boots sort of kid. Not only that, all of my...
Read MoreAre you facing a blank screen? Have you typed and deleted and typed and deleted and still you don’t like what you have? Try asking questions. Put yourself in the shoes of the reader and interview yourself. What are you trying to tell me? Why should I care? What do I need to know? What do I need to do? How should I do it? When should I do it? This little trick...
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