How to prioritize tasks using two questions is what this post is about. These are the questions: Which quadrant does this belong in? (I’ll explain the quadrants in a moment.) What must be done right away, and what should I schedule to be sure it gets done and doesn’t enter quadrant one? The Eisenhower Matrix […]

You may be wondering, “What is developmental book editing, and what does it involve?” This article explains this type of editing, its importance, why you might need it, and how much it costs. You’ll also learn what goes into the development process and how long it typically takes. This type of editing is particularly important […]

Using TikTok to promote others isn’t something most users do. At least, few that I have seen go about doing it consistently, with intention or structure. Maybe it’s because we live in a world where most people are only interested in entertainment or in their own benefit, such as business growth. Many people promote their […]

Meet the deadline. That’s often easier said than done, especially when it comes to going over the edits on your book manuscript. A proactive person will look at the work involved and the scheduling adjustments required to meet the deadline, make a plan for the work that needs to be done, and follow that plan. […]

Since 2000, I’ve been answering the question, “What is a writing sprint, work sprint, or study hall for adults?” For many years, people have asked me how I get so much stuff done. There are many factors, but this post is about one of them: a writing sprint, work sprint, or study hall for adults. […]

Schedule changes can be agonizing for a lot of people. Are schedule changes hard for you? If you’ve been out of work for any length of time, is getting back to the daily routine of going to work difficult? Or, say you’ve gone the other direction, from working a 9–5 for years to being a […]