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Are You a Born Writer?

1235996_pencil-pusherIt is often said that writing is a combination of talent and hard work. Some say it is talent that is more important, while others say it is the hard work that pays. Without going into this unending debate, I will let you answer this question for yourself, “What do you think is more important : talent, or hard work?”

Being talented in very simple terms means that you were born to write. You have the gift of the muse, and whatever you might do for a living, you simply have to write something every now and then. To some extent, all of us have that gift, or at least most of us. This is the most probable reason why blogging has become so popular today.

If you, however, hope to write regularly – for your blog or professionally – I sincerely doubt that just being talented will serve you.And, If you still believe that you are a born writer, you need not read any further.

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The best time to write?

time of the dayA question that every writer is bound to face sooner or later is,”What is the best time to write?”

The politically correct answer would be: “When inspiration strikes” or even a, “When you feel like it.”

But if you write on a regular basis, or have a regularly updated blog, I am sure, you are aware that waiting for inspiration to strike you is a definite recipe for not getting anything written. Sometimes, you are so far from being inspired that you are actually looking for excuses to do anything but write. How can you get yourself to write during such times?

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Dealing With Criticism!

DWC.jpgAnyone who has been writing, or blogging, for any amount of time knows the power of criticism. A good comment never fails to bring a smile to the face, and a bad one can make you feel like you have lost a close friend. If you are, however, proposing to write for a long time you have to master the art of dealing with criticism.

Before you can become better at dealing with criticism, it would be in your best interests to understand the three types of people who will usually comment on your work.

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Treat Your Words Like You Treat Your Money!

moneyMoney makes the world go round is an often quoted phrase. Whether the statement is true or not can be an eternal debate, and it is best to steer clear off it. But, one thing is certain – most people are constantly making an effort to find ways and means to enhance their supply of money. Money can’t buy happiness, but a lack of money can definitely make us sad.

Therefore, naturally, you are very careful with the way you handle your money.

It would hold you in good stead if you treated your words like you treat your money. Here is how you can do that:

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Five Tips for Effective Writing

Whether it is for work or for fun, in today’s day and time, no one can escape writing. Whether you like it or not, you will have to do it, so why run away from it?

Instead, try to improve your writing, so that instead of avoiding writing you are looking forward to opportunities where you can demonstrate your skill with the written word.

It takes some talent and a lot of practice to become a good writer. Most of you may not even want to become professional writers, but keeping the following things in mind will help you in writing  better on whatever level you need to.

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