Carrot or Stick?

How do you hold yourself accountable? Do you insist on doing a certain number of words each day or a certain amount of time? What happens if you don't meet the goal? Is there punishment? Do you give yourself treats for meeting goals?

Brenda here, confessing about my work habits ... or lack of work habits.

I'm not a strict taskmaster when it comes to writing, preferring the gentle, forgiving approach. Honestly, I'm writing for the fun of it and have always had the mindset that I won't deny myself a...