I use the word writer in the title to signify someone who writes, and then gets read by a substantial number of readers. One might look at some of the bigger names in the field, and assume that writing is a short cut to name, fame and money. Many believe in this fallacy, take the plunge, and realise later – often, when it’s too late – that they have made a mistake.
There is, however, good news. If you want to be a writer, things have never been as easy as they are today. When I was a kid, I remember reading a book about writing. It listed out a set of things that were a prerequisite before one could set out on the journey of becoming a writer. Some of these things were:
It 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?”
A question that every writer is bound to face sooner or later is,”What is the best time to write?”
Anyone 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.
Money 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.
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