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The Hardest Word (But the Most Necessary)
I hope everyone had a great holiday weekend! Back to the serious business for some. For the rest of us, we’re serious about business 24/7, 365, with a few days off for good behavior. Maybe it’s because the calendar page turned over, but the first few days of September were a damn sight better than…
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Friday Madness
I know it’s supposed to be a day people traditionally blow off work – that last summer blowout before we get serious again. But I’m here, for a little while today, to get ahead of the work. That’s either dedication or stupidity. It depends on your perspective. Since I feel like working like you feel…
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Bringing Out the N Word
I don’t need a calendar to know what time of year it is. I’m busier than I’ve been in months, so it must be September. More to the point, it must be right before Labor Day. Yesterday, I pushed through eight hours of writing to finish one deadline. Today will be no different. Everything is…
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Monthly Assessment: August 2010
Maybe it’s because it’s been a month of emotional hell on earth, but this month didn’t seem to fly by as the last several have. I was sure busy enough. Perhaps it was juggling that work – I don’t know. Either way, I feel like I’ve lived two months in the span of one. I’m…
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Up for Bid
It continues to amaze me when I see writers who have built careers on leading other writers to make smart career choices suddenly decide the money’s the goal. One writer, who shall remain nameless, has decided to offer a book on how to make money on one particular bidding site. By bidding site, I’m talking…
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Working Smarter
Spent a great weekend just reconnecting with the man and enjoying some yard time. The lack of humidity made it marvelous gardening. The neighbor’s cat, per usual, was a constant companion. I would sit on the swing for a break and he’d make a running leap for my lap. If they’re not careful, he may…
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The Not-so-special Offer
Well, it doesn’t take me long to get back on a tear, especially when I sense an attempt to get out of paying a writer a decent wage. This week is no exception. I don’t know what it is or why it is that some prospective clients find it their business to define our businesses…
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Doing What We Do Best
Thanks to everyone for the wishes and condolences as I put 600 more miles on the car to chase down ghosts. It was a cathartic time, made possible by two of my dearest chums – Kim and Michele, along with the additional help of Sir Jack Daniels. Thank you, dear friends, for sharing your time…
