Category: Personal Development
Do you have a long list of action items that you want to accomplish, but haven’t quite gotten around to setting and achieving these goals? Or do you have a vague sense of how you want to move forward in your career, finances, or just in everyday life, but, don’t have a concrete path on […]
Finishing that last page and completing your book is a proud milestone for any author. But once your book has been written, edited, and is ready to print and share with the world, a new set of challenges arises. It’s now time to consider how to get your story into the hands of those who […]
Have you ever been told by friends or family members that you should write a book, but wondered if you ever could? Can really anyone just write a book if they set their mind to it? So many people with incredible stories to tell often muse about putting their words on paper. But they are […]
Ask any established author, and they’ll attest that a challenge in the writing process, (especially for new authors), is getting their book published. Today we’ll talk about how new authors can search for book publishing companies to get their books out there and reach their audiences! Book Publishing in the Past Decades ago, the […]
For months now, we’ve all been finding new ways to work and learn, maintaining social distancing, and adapting to an environment that has affected everyone around the globe. But there are always silver linings to being upended this way. And in this unique landscape, new authors have an opportunity to document, inspire, and share their […]
When it comes to writing a book, the hard work and potential challenges don’t end with that final page. Many authors who are new to self-publishing believe that writing the book is the hard part, and the rest of the process is fairly simple. But this isn’t always the case. The success of your book […]
2020 is officially in full swing! And now is the perfect time to take stock of the year ahead, and to determine the best routes to make this your most successful year yet. And it just might start by attending our Book Bound By The Sea workshop weekend. Before we begin, here are the key […]
Out of the millions of people around the world who have thought about authoring a book, very few people actually make the leap. There are a number of reasons why would-be authors with a story to share never put their thoughts to paper, and they can range from not having time, to losing motivation, to […]
Whether you are writing a book, starting a business, or positioning yourself to be the “go-to” person in a particular field, it’s essential that your audience or readers see you as The Expert. This rule of thumb applies regardless of your ambition, or your particular subject, as you’ll attract new fans and followers simply by […]
There are so many things to complain about in life…finances, your job, your kids, etc. And, while there may be legitimate reasons to complain about your situation, complaining will never make it better. Think about some of the most profound stories you read in the news. Or the most moving memoirs where the “victim” […]
I love rainbows. Ever since I was a kid, I was obsessed with them. I would literally just draw them on anything I could get my hands on. I was in love with all the colors and the idea of finding a little pot of gold at the end. The most gorgeous […]
Self-love and self-esteem are closely bonded to each other. When you don’t believe in your abilities, your value or your worth, your mind cannot respond in the opposite way. Your mind will go in the direction of your dominant thoughts. If you don’t feel “good enough”, you will likely live a life to […]
A couple of years ago, I saw quite a memorable news report about a famous model who decided to get her legs insured. Her legs were a highly marketable asset, so it was important to her and her modeling agency to make sure they would be protected against any potential injury or harm. […]
We all have those persistent plot lines that we’ve held on to from years or even decades before. Typically, they are stories that make us into a victim, where someone has done us wrong and we’re able to place the blame on someone else, another situation, event, job, or even where you live. […]
It can be very easy to fall into a rut of procrastination. But it’s also easy to tell yourself you are not actually a procrastinator. Serial procrastinators tell themselves five lies. And maybe, we all need to see if we fit into any of these five lies. If the Lie Fits… […]