Advice

Let's Forget
The scene opens with a creator, the Originator, sitting at a desk. The following is the dialogue that occurs between the Originator (O) and the Machine (M). The Originator is a young man. On the desk is a laptop, in front of which he is sat, his fingers hovering over the keys ready to type, the microphone on so that they can converse.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in Writers
Terrible customer service
This happened in Africa/Cameroon. I wasn’t feeling too good, and I needed to go see a doctor, so I called a clinic not too far from where I was to get information on the open hours and when I could come over for a consultation. The person managing the call center was very slow in picking up the call and even when she did, she seemed busy and in a rush to hang up, she didn’t know their open hours for consultation but rather told me she’ll call me the next day to give me the information. Going there the next day and meeting the person at the counter, it was obvious to me this person didn’t want to be there, she was very rude and easily triggered by everything I said. Keep in mind that I was feeling sickly and picking a fight was the last thing I wanted. After a polite response, I left the clinic and sought for a solution else where.
By real Jema2 years ago in Writers
How to Write With Chronic Illness. Top Story - March 2024.
Do you ever open up Vocal and see a ton of notifications from other creators who are pumping out stories weekly, daily, hourly, and wonder why you are incapable of being as fruitful with your work? Today I'm here to tell you that you're not 'lazy' or any less of a writer than they are, because more than likely you looked at the title of this article and said: "Yes, I have a chronic illness and I am a writer, but how do I maintain both without ruining the other?"
By Amanda Starks2 years ago in Writers
5 Tips Anyone Can Use To Write A Novel
Writing a novel isn't one of those things that you need to go to school for years and years to be able to do. You don't need to put thousands of dollars towards an education or fancy courses.
By Elise L. Blake2 years ago in Writers
Sora Open AI: What You Need to Know
This is additional great news for In further uplifting advancement to generative artificial intelligence, the producer of ChatGPT on Tuesday launched a new tool that could instantly convert written text into short videos. Microsoft-backed OpenAI launched its latest product, Sora, which is a text-to-video generator. Such show-offs have also been done in this area by technology giants like Google and Meta.
By Lightbringer 2 years ago in Writers
Labels I Didn't Want to Ask For
I would imagine that the writers for Modern Women won’t have a problem finding something to write about for this month's prompt which is labels.
By Muhammad Arifin 2 years ago in Writers
Writing is NOT a Safe Space. Top Story - February 2024.
"Wouldn’t it be great if every reader was transparent about their thoughts on my story?" said no one ever. Me, whispering: "I want that."
By Mackenzie Davis2 years ago in Writers
Slip and Fall Prevention: Tips to Avoid Common Hazards
That being the case, it is critical to assess the cause of slip and fall accidents and then come up with a plan to help prevent and lower incidences of these accidents.
By info zaak2 years ago in Writers
On Seeking Intention.
Since long before the birth of ViM, Judey has been a writer on Vocal (and beyond) that we have all admired. Not only are her words authentic and true. AKA No bullshit alley, Judey is a tremendous advocate for integrity in the community - she is always fighing to ensure that Vocal stands up and tells the bots to stand down. See the invaluable guide:
By River and Celia in Underland 2 years ago in Writers
The Formula to Transition from Writer to Author
Anyone can be a writer, all it takes is the act of writing words down or preserving them in some way where they can be read again at a later date. A writer doesn't have to share these words with anyone and can choose to hoard them to themselves.
By Elise L. Blake2 years ago in Writers
Boost Your Writing Output Tenfold in Two Steps
Have you ever tried hopping on both feet? It’s slow, awkward, and frequently painful. It can move you forward, but it won’t be the most pleasant or profitable experience.
By Kyle Davison Bair2 years ago in Writers
What Really Matters To Me. Content Warning.
Introduction I have not had a creative Vocal Top Story since mid-December, there was one promoted by the wonderful creators in Vocal * Voices in Minor (ViM), but that was from a prompt by them and then shared in a Vocal "Raise Your Voice" otherwise it would not have been a Top Story. The story with the share is here and I am thankful and grateful for it, my second public share on a Vocal thing.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Writers