T.M. Brown
This is a favorite topic. As a former teacher and coach I would begin by stating some simple maxims:
1. Once you start, never, never, never quit!
2. Effort = Results
3. There are no shortcuts to success.
4. Inspiration + Perspiration go hand-in-hand.
5. Determination + Dedication + Discipline will always get you to your Destination
6. Never compare yourself to others. However, you can contrast your differences with others.
7. Invest time every single day to doing something to make yourself better as a writer, and begin by seeking help.
8. Finally, develop a sense of humor and humility to get through the challenges and mistakes people will undoubtedly point out (rightly or wrongly) along the journey.
1. Once you start, never, never, never quit!
2. Effort = Results
3. There are no shortcuts to success.
4. Inspiration + Perspiration go hand-in-hand.
5. Determination + Dedication + Discipline will always get you to your Destination
6. Never compare yourself to others. However, you can contrast your differences with others.
7. Invest time every single day to doing something to make yourself better as a writer, and begin by seeking help.
8. Finally, develop a sense of humor and humility to get through the challenges and mistakes people will undoubtedly point out (rightly or wrongly) along the journey.
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