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If you want to succeed, you need to visualize what success means to you.

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Master Your Time 2:04

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We need to remember as writers that we need to manage our time, be it through schedule or routine.

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Be Part of the Community 2:20

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We all need a community, both to be helped and to help. We can teach and learn, and sometimes we need hugs or to be slapped down.

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Do Something Competitive 2:04

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Being competitive is part and parcel of being a writer. You need to find a way to compete with others to keep up your competitive side.

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Inspiration from Old Time Radio 2:17

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Old-time radio serials may appear to be a weird source of inspiration, but they use a lot of techniques that some of us wish we could master.

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Cooking Shows Teaching Regional Differences 2:09

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It may sound weird, but cooking shows can show you the differences between different regions, especially those that focus on specific regions or traditions.

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Talk Shows Gold are Gold 2:01

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Writers are often looking for ways to master dialogue and inspiration. Watching talk shows can provide both.

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The Advantages of a Paying Job 1:55

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There's no reason to quit your day job...at least, not until things take off.

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But Will It Sell? 2:11

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When you are looking at potential merch for your comic, make sure that you ask yourself if it will sell. Please Support the Channel: https://www.patreon.com/twosparrows

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The Outside is Your Friend 2:01

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Sometimes you need to go outside. The sun is your friend.

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Making The Advertising Budget Fit Your Needs 2:07

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When deciding on the advertising budget, make sure that you are using it to advertise as efficiently as possible.

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The Flow is the Thing 2:04

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The flow of the story is the most important thing.

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Depths to Avoid 2:12

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There's a temptation to get a little crazy about exploring characters in your writing; don't go deeper than you need.

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Sometimes You Need to Apologize 2:19

4 years ago2:19

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Sometimes you need to apologize. Don't let your ego get in the way.

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Does Anyone Really Know What Lit Is? 2:18

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Don't worry about if your story is going to be considered "literature"; no one really knows what it is, and it's usually not what you want to be. https://vurbl.com/station/3fwjAzfH9m2/

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Not Everything Is About Politics 2:24

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While you shouldn't be afraid to discuss politics in your writing, don't go overboard: Too much political talk can ruin the story, making it little more than a mere screed.

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Research Tangents 2:02

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When you research don't be afraid to explore all of the weird tangents that come up. They can only help your story.

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Always Be Marketing 2:18

5 years ago2:18

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Your project can't survive if no one hears about it. Do what you can to make sure everyone hears about it!

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Apply Critical Thinking 2:06

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When you start doing research, keep in mind that you should question every source that you come across.

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Let The Politics Fly! 2:08

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Any expression of a person's creativity will express things important to that person; as such feel free to talk about politics if it's what you want to talk about.

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Don't Worry About Copying 2:19

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Too many writers worry about working in original territory when they should just worry about writing a good story.

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Adding A Little Flourish 2:14

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A little extra detail can help create an identifiable character. Add those peacock feathers, red caps, and...dare I say it? Twirl those mustaches!

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What Did Your Character Have For Lunch? 2:11

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Anyone can do all of the bio stuff; it takes a real world-builder to know what the foods of the world are.

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Question Medical Advice 2:12

5 years ago2:12

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It's your life. Do you really want to deal with medical advice that may cost you that?

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Videogame Therapy 2:11

5 years ago2:11

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Passion is fine; anger is not. Video games can be an excellent therapeutic tool to deal with your anger.

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Establish Your Routine 2:02

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Rituals and routines keep you regular. Establishing them as quickly as possible is always a good idea.

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Google Yourself 2:03

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You need to protect your rights and reputation. The first step is to use a search engine to see what's going on in that regard.

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Are You Protected? 2:16

5 years ago2:16

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If you're serious about your business, make sure you have all the copyright and trademark protection you can get.

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Time to Blog 2:09

5 years ago2:09

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Sometimes you need to expound on your emotions. Share them with others for maximum effect.

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Keep Tabs on Your Pills 2:13

5 years ago2:13

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Your meds keep you healthy and sane. Make sure that you take them.

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Know The Law 2:14

5 years ago2:14

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You're running a business. Take it seriously.

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The Wastebasket Is God's Gift to Writers 2:28

5 years ago2:28

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Sometimes crinkling something up, feeling it crunch, hearing it crunch is all sorts of cathartic.

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Keep It Interesting 2:32

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The biggest crime you can commit is to be boring.

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Let Metal Ring 2:13

5 years ago2:13

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Some of us use music to wake up. Make sure that the music doesn't put you back to sleep.

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Ignore The Seventh 2:17

5 years ago2:17

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Writers need to learn to steal.

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Plants Are Nice 1:59

5 years ago1:59

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Plants make your room nicer, smell better, and keep you breathing. You may want to get some for your room.

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Burritos Are Perfect 2:11

5 years ago2:11

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You need something that's healthy, quick, and doesn't need plates and silverware. Burritos may just be the best food ever!

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Digtal Works! 2:07

5 years ago2:07