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Information is Overrated

You can know everything and do nothing. On its own, information has little value. However, you can make good use of your time and create value from information by doing something with it. Read more…

Walking to Improve Concentration

Though my wife might tell you otherwise, I try and use my brain everyday. For me, taking a walk is like adding oil to an engine. All the parts simply work better. If you’re having trouble concentrating or frequently losing focus, try taking a short (20-30 minute) walk, especially if you do a lot of desk work. Click here to read more

Better Memory through Association

Retrieving a memory is like climbing a rock

Association is a creative technique you can use to have a better memory. This post gives you a brief overview of how to use associative techniques to improve your memory. Read more…

Better Memory Through Spacing

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Spacing is a creative technique to help you remember new stuff by reviewing at set intervals. This fine post also includes a super-easy way to setup review reminders. Read more…

8 Reasons to Start a Writers’ Group

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Years ago, I started a writers’ group with a couple friends. We met weekly for about four months. My output soared and I became a better writer. Sometimes we drank too much but we always learned something. Read more…

27+ Free Resources to Help You Write Better

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Thousands of people write about writing better. Today I thought I’d use my delicious tags to make a big-ass resource you can use to help you write better and improve your writing.
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The Really Embarrassing Redirection Disaster

Wrecked bus

I just recovered from a wordpress redirection disaster of my own making. Want to laugh at things that make tech support people slap their forehead? Read more…

Revision Tips for Writers

Revision is difficult, necessary, and terrifying work. But if you break the process down into structural editing and proofreading/copy editing, you can make the task manageable. Read on to learn more

The End of the Mega Star

What do Michael Jackson, centralized media, and tropical fish have in common? Read more to find out…

How to Manage the Fear of Failure

What’s wrong with failure? What does the fear of failure look like? How can we manage the fear of failure? To learn more about these questions, read on…

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