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6 Reasons You’re Afraid to Be a Successful Writer

In this week’s issue of Fab Freelance Writing Ezine we talked about why you’re not successful, and the ladder of success. Here’s something else to consider: maybe you’re just afraid. If you’re afraid of success, perhaps you suffer from one … Continue reading

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Freelance Writing Lessons From Walt Disney

“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them” — Walt Disney. Here we are at the start of another writing week. Let’s make it a wonderful one, with some help from Walt Disney. I … Continue reading

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11 Things I’d Do if I Were Starting a Writing Career Today

Working with writing students is huge fun for me. I absolutely love it. However, it’s also depressing, because I often wish I were 30 years younger. I wish I’d known then, what I know now. So, in the spirit of … Continue reading

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Kill Your Resistance to Writing in 2012

2011 is almost behind us… Here’s a resolution for you: “In 2012, I kill my resistance. I live up to my potential as a writer.” Every writer suffers from resistance in some form. You know you could write more, and … Continue reading

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Goals and Magic Words (Ezine)

In just a couple of weeks, 2011 will be half over. I hope you’re well on the way to accomplishing the goals you set for yourself in January. This week’s ezine will help you to revisit your goals, create new … Continue reading

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Get Your Head Right

You’re a writer. You can make as much money as you want, simply because you have communication skills. If you’re having problems — can’t get the gigs you want, can’t sell the products you create — the primary problem is … Continue reading

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Affirm! Take Charge Now

This sounds like a silly question, but here goes: do you feel in charge of your writing and your life? Sadly, many writers don’t. These writers either give up writing completely, or they dabble with writing. They’re not happy, because … Continue reading

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Your Progress in 2011: Assess Where You Are, and Where You’re Headed

It’s almost Easter. This is a great time to step back, and assess the progress you’ve made so far in 2011. If you’ve forgotten the goals you set for yourself back in January, review them. On the last day of … Continue reading

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Live Your Passion: Write and Sell (Ezine)

Are you living your passion in your writing? That’s our theme in tomorrow’s issue of our writing tips ezine. Here’s an excerpt from the Editorial: In the ezine this week, we’re discussing your passion. I know that I discuss making … Continue reading

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Writing Goals: Get Rid of Disabling Beliefs

I’ve just finished chatting with a writer who’s increased her income by 110% over the past month as a result of doing one simple exercise. I outlined the process in this post,Make Money Writing: How to Double Your Income This … Continue reading

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