It's Over -- Lebron Lost!

Disappointment to say the least. Of course I was doubtful that Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers would win both games during the Eastern Conference championship, but when they lost on Saturday night, it really hit me. Their chances of winning the 2009 NBA championship were over. Just think. All that hard work during these last 8-9 months: down the drain. Now the Lebron and Cleveland Cavaliers have to step into the unknown of the next NBA season and start all over again.

Starting all over again. Writer, you may be in a devastating situation. Your dreams and hopes of being published may have been crushed for whatever reason, but you can start over again. How?

Believe in yourself and your ability.
Write what you know.
Be consistent.
Refuse to allow your situation to stop you from pursuing your dreams.

Just because it feels like you're losing now doesn't mean you can't start again! Just take the first step.

The Roller Coaster Ride: Lebron Lost Again?

On Friday night, I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw Lebron James make that three point shot in the very last second of the game. His team won! A miracle. That's all I can say.

But when I checked the score for Sunday, I was dismayed to learn that Lebron and his Cavaliers lost by 10 points. I didn't watch the game so I don't know what happened, but this is a roller coaster of a series for Lebron James and his team.

Is your writing the same way: One day up and one day down? What can you do today to be more consistent with your writing?

You need to think about this. In order for you to get published: whether you're writing a book or an article, you've got to be consistent enough to finish it. If not, you'll never reach your audience. Believe me, if you've got something to say that's relevant and exciting, people will read. However, if you don't remain consistent and write daily, then you'll never know how many people will read what you have to write.

Whatever you do:

• Keep writing
• Get it edited
• Reread it
• Rewrite it
• Let go of fear
• Get published

Just take one step at a time, so you can reduce those ups and downs.

By the way, if the Cavs win the game tonight, they become one step closer to the championship. If they win two more games, then they'll become champions of the East. They just need to get off the roller coaster and be consistent. Sound familiar?

It's Never Too Late -- Lebron Won!

In the last second of the basketball game last night, Lebron James made a three point shot and gave his team a 1 point advantage. They won game 2!

As a writer, it's never too late. Start writing today because you never know what victories lie ahead.

Have a great weekend.

How Did Joan Rivers Win The Apprentice?

When Donald Trump announced comedienne, Joan Rivers as the celebrity apprentice, I knew he made the right choice.

Whether you like Joan or not, you must admit she's a winner in her own right. Beyond the face lifts and the tough exterior, Joan has won the hearts of many. As a businesswoman she can teach us as writers a lot about succeeding in the writing game.

At the age of 75, Joan was able to defeat her nemesis, poker player Annie by possessing the following traits:

• Guts
• Stamina
• Being real
• Knowing how to handle and get along with different personalities, including the Donald!

Joan's behavior in the apprentice can help us in the world of writing. She teaches us to be:

• Tough in the face of rejection, writer's block, and discouragement
• Persistent with our writing despite how we feel
• Honest with our readers and the general public with our writing
• Diverse in how we deal with different types of people in the business of writing.

When we bring our best and remain consistent, even in the difficult times of our writing journeys, we may hear the two famous words from publishers and other writing organizations, "You're Hired!"