Publishing
I Don't Set Goals, I Make Plans
I don’t usually set goals. Goals can be missed, that’s why I have switched to selecting targets. Targets are things that cannot be missed. Or if they are missed, you are forced to ask the question of why you missed, how far off target you were, and what you can do to not miss the target again. This change in mindset is why I have switched to making plans. I realize that all may sound pretentious. However, this outlook has come from experience. It comes from what I learned both from playing sports and when I worked in sales. This mindset has taken over many aspects of my life. To the point that now when someone asks me about goals, I avoid using that word to describe something in the future. Looking at my life over the last few years, the occasions when I do use it is in the past tense. And most often my use of goal is to communicate what I did in simplest terms, as targets or plans can carry negative undertones. This is more due to the limitations of our language, and word association.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Writers
Who Is Authentic Express Podcast?
Explore the dynamic world of a youth podcast hailing from Durban, South Africa, where Gen Z hosts unapologetically express the diverse issues, entertainment, hype, and politics shaping the lives of Mzansi's youth. Discover how this podcast is becoming a powerful platform, bridging the gap between local experiences and the global stage.
By Lesedi Daily2 years ago in Writers
My Writing Journey for 2024
Publish or perish. Although this phrase was birthed by academic writing, I don’t take this aphorism lightly. Writing is a vital component of the humanities, and the humanities endure, defining what it means to be human. I’ve always had a dream of publishing: at first it was a book of poetry, then perhaps a collection of short stories or even a novel. In Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar, Mark Antony says, “The evil that men do lives after them;/The good is oft interrèd with their bones” (Act III scene II). This line resonates with me; I don’t want to be remembered by the mistakes I’ve made in my life or by the mundane or morose anecdotes that may be passed down. After I watched the animated Disney movie Coco, I don’t want to be forgotten by my family.
By Barb Dukeman2 years ago in Writers
You can always do a Quick Edit.
Once, not too long ago, I wrote a letter to a politician, which got published on a Substack whose daily newsletter was read by at least several thousand people. I’d written the letter of just under 400 words in a two-day period of self-torment, insomnia, and anxiety. Writing it felt urgent, as all things related to politics are urgent, and, at a time when I feared that the hands of every powerful entity were merging into an autocracy that would slowly suffocate me and everyone else, it felt that if I didn’t write the letter, I would be frozen in history’s textbook of disappointments. It was one of those especially heightened times.
By Catherine Dorian2 years ago in Writers
Aizn Developers Pioneering Excellence Among the Best Real Estate Developers in Dubai
Dubai's skyline is a testament to the city's relentless pursuit of architectural grandeur, and at the heart of this transformation lies Aizn Developers. In this blog post, we explore how Aizn Developers has secured its place among the best real estate developers in Dubai, redefining the landscape with innovation, vision, and a commitment to excellence.
By AIZN Marketing2 years ago in Writers
Paterson Asphalt Paving: Transforming Surfaces with Quality and Expertise
In the bustling city of Paterson, where infrastructure plays a pivotal role in daily life, asphalt paving emerges as a crucial aspect of urban development. Paterson Asphalt Paving stands as a beacon of excellence in this field, transforming surfaces with unmatched quality and expertise.
By Paterson Asphalt Paving2 years ago in Writers
Illuminating the Road Ahead: The Revolution in Car Night Vision Systems
In the steadily developing scene of car innovation, one region that has seen astounding progressions is the Vehicle Night Vision Framework market. As driving circumstances become progressively testing, especially during evening time, the reconciliation of state-of-the-art semiconductor innovation has turned into a critical power in upgrading wellbeing on the streets.
By Jennifer White2 years ago in Writers
Adopt These Small Writing Tricks to Make Your Writing Better. Top Story - January 2024.
Writing is one of those things that can't simply be learned through placing a large novel under your pillow at night and hoping the ability to weave stories will seep through the pages, into your pillow, and find its way into your creative brain.
By Elise L. Blake2 years ago in Writers
