Are you writing a novel? Don’t talk about it. Are you recording a new album, planning a new product launch, gestating a new philanthropic venture? Keep your mouth shut. Talking too soon is bad luck. It’s bad karma. I go even farther. Here’s a short quote from an upcoming book called The Authentic Swing: I’m superstitious. I have habits. I always More >>
I just gave this advice to the writers yesterday at the conference. When we talk about our wonderful ideas we feel off the hook -- and it is better to feel the pressure of the hook than the relaxed safety of having shared our ideas.