Tag Archives: Writing Business

Platform, by Michael Hyatt (and why you should wait to buy it)

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Michele

Do you have a message burning in your soul? A product that could change the world? A manuscript you want to sell? Keep reading. One of my great privileges is working with an incredible team of people. Not a day … Continue reading →

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Ten Tips to a Great Interview

Posted on March 3, 2010 by Michele

Recently I eavesdropped on a line of people interviewing for a job at a local bookstore establishment. The first in line had the fresh ear of the interviewer and the greatest opportunity to make a good first impression. Alas, he … Continue reading →

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The Writer’s 2 Non-Negotiable Platform Boosters

Posted on October 14, 2009 by Michele

This past weekend I gave two presentations at the Douglas County Libraries Author Extravaganza writers conference. Nearly 200 local writers and presenters were in attendance. I made new friends, learned fascinating craft and market information, drank fabulous orange zest green … Continue reading →

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Words to Avoid When Writing

Posted on October 13, 2009 by Michele

Writers spend their days with words. Nursing, coddling, weighing and occasionally wrestling a wayward one to the floor. There are a few pesky critters, however, that need to be shot. Often over-used, these words are speed bumps to a reader, … Continue reading →

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A Colorado Community of Writers

Posted on June 30, 2009 by Michele

Writing can be an isolating endeavor. You hole up behind your screen, grab emergency snacks, and tap, tap, tap until your brain is fried and your fingers numb (and derriere huge … but I digress). Then begins that painstaking process … Continue reading →

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My Web Addiction

Posted on April 7, 2009 by Michele

The Blog Herald posted this on Thursday. As I read, I lowered my derriere in a hard metal chair, feeling conspicuous in the circle of fellow addicts. Hi, my name is Michele. I’m addicted to the internet. I’ve been pulled … Continue reading →

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Friday Funnies

Posted on April 3, 2009 by Michele

Friend and fellow writer, Megan DiMaria, shared this oh-so-fitting cartoon with our WFTJ writers group on Tuesday night. Hilarious. And painful. Only writers will understand why. The sad truth is we might be able to scrap a living if only … Continue reading →

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Blog Updates

Posted on April 2, 2009 by Michele

Ten years ago I never dreamed I’d be connecting with people as a writer and speaker. I’m loving it! Thanks to you for being a part of it. That being said, the past two months have been crazy! Conferences, projects, … Continue reading →

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The Great Unknown

Posted on March 17, 2009 by Michele

The first step into Risk is the toughest to take. A close second is every step that follows. This past week at the Professional Communicators Summit, in a room packed with possibilities, a few people dared to take that first … Continue reading →

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Lamp Stands and Platforms

Posted on March 5, 2009 by Michele

The first time I heard the word “platform,” I was repulsed. Seemed like shameless marketing. And I didn’t want my faith to be cheapened by turning my “calling” into some kind of manipulated gimmick. But then I remembered this: You … Continue reading →

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