What Is ONE Thing Writers Must Do To Be Successful?
Researched, studied, and quantified, this is the sine qua non to be a winner.
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I know we have the desire and the tendency to look for magical solutions to our problems.
This goes especially for me, who would gladly do a LOT of work to be lazy.
One short formula
We all look for that one short formula that will bring us success.
You’ll be glad to know that there is one for the business of writing, too.
If we could discover that one thing that new writers must do in order to be successful, it would be to persevere.
The key to success in writing
Success in writing, like in many other pursuits, often requires persistence, resilience, and the willingness to keep pushing forward despite obstacles, setbacks, rejections, and the foul stench of failure. Writing is a craft that takes time to develop, and success rarely comes overnight.
New writers must be prepared to weather the challenges of the writing journey, whether it’s facing rejection from publishers, struggling with writer’s block, or doubting their own abilities.
Perseverance means showing up to write, even when inspiration is lacking, revising your work repeatedly to improve it, seeking feedback and learning from criticism, and continuing to pursue your writing goals even in the face of derision.
Last words.
Ultimately, success in writing is often a result of consistent effort, dedication, and a refusal to give up on your dreams. As long as new writers are willing to persevere and keep honing their craft, they have a strong chance of achieving their writing goals, whatever they may be.
It takes some real effort to get you into that pearl-white Bently convertible you’ve had your eye on…
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