I was listening to a writer’s group podcast the other day and the caller was asking for advice about how to find time to write. One of the moderators (both of whom are writers) gave some really good suggestions about managing time, carving out time, stealing time, creating a schedule, designating a place, etc. The […]
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Operator Error (or 8 ways you fail your technology)
A couple weeks ago, I had an appointment to meet a potential new client at a coffee shop in downtown Asheville. This person and I made our appointment via email, so everything was in writing. I created the appointment in my calendar, wrote in the person’s name, and added name of the coffee shop where […]
Pause and Ponder
I just finished teaching my first two sessions created from my newest book Ponder This. It was an exercise in pausing and pondering business and life. As participants were leaving, they told me, “This was great – very provocative!” and “Wow – that was the fastest two hours ever. They flew by. I think we […]
Perfectionism is really procrastination
Have you ever seen a little kid fighting with another little kid over a toy? They push and pull and play a really bratty version of “keep away.” There might be yelling, screaming, or even an epic temper tantrum. At some point, an adult will intervene. One or both kids get a stern talking-to. “You […]
Word Design: the art of making information functional and attractive
They say you only have one chance to make a first impression. In this interview, I’m speaking to Jenni Miehle of Word Design. Jenni’s business (and skillset) are VERY unique: she makes information functional and attractive. Jenni is a graphic designer – with a twist. She calls herself an “information designer.” While she can do logos, her […]
Why the short-term stuff is easy
One of my favorite “thinkers” out there is Seth Godin. He’s written 18 or 19 books by now. And I’m going to share (in its entirety) one of his recent blogs (he blogs a lot, way more than me. Probably daily. But his blogs are usually pretty short. Heh.). Seth says: “The short-term stuff is […]