Welcome to the twenty-fifth installment of Twitter Tuesday. In the spirit of Twitter, this blog will be short and sweet and to the point. The tips offered here are all based off my best-selling book We Are Not Alone–The Writer’s Guide to Social Media. If our goal is to build an author platform in the …
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Jul 08 2011
Tips for Being a Healthy Writer
Is this what your insides look like? (photo courtesy of magicpoolservices.com ) Writers are not exactly the poster children for health and wellness. We are known for overindulgence, whether that is coffee, alcohol, nicotine or even self-pity. Too many of us are cramped and huddled over a keyboard, multi-tasking a bazillion things at one time. …
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Jun 07 2011
Sacred Cow-Tipping–Why Writers Blogging About Writing is Bad
This accidentally got posted early, so last week’s critique winner will be added here in a bit. Today we begin the Sacred Cow-Tipping. When it comes to social media, there are few things that can give us as much impact as a blog. Blogs afford us the opportunity to connect with MILLIONS of people. Yes, …
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Jun 01 2011
R.D.D.–Reality Deficit Disorder Can Make Us Crazy
Welcome to WANA Wednesday, based off my best-selling books We Are Not Alone–The Writer’s Guide to Social Media and Are You There, Blog? It’s Me, Writer. This is the day I dedicate to help you guys rock it hard when it comes to building your author platform and brand. This past week, while cruising the …
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Jan 24 2011
NF Part 2–Using Your Uniqueness to Become an Expert
Welcome to NF Part 2. Yes, you are a special unique snowflake. There, I said it. You do have a unique background and perception that is unlike any other human on the planet. Today we will talk about how to use that to your advantage. One of the largest stumbling blocks I see for all …
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