Want to be a better writer? Then learn to ask

June 25 2011 , Written by thediversetraveller Published on #jurgen wolff, #Recommendations & Rants (tips, links and reviews), #time to write, #travel writing, #Writing, #writing a novel, #writing tips

My mother drummed into me, that if I "won't ask, I won't get." I can hear her chiding me now.

It seems her wise words can be applied to writing, according to author and writing coach Jurgen Wolff.

He reminds us that ...

"If you need research information, call an expert and ask.

If you need a weekend day free to write, ask your family. Make it up to them the next day.

If you need to have somebody stop being condescending toward your writing, ask. (In this case, telling may be necessary if asking doesn’t work.)

You get the idea. For some reason, most of us are perfectly happy to help others when they ask, but we’re reluctant to ask.

As your mother said, the worst thing that can happen is they say no."

So, now more procrastination or making excuses, yes I am guilty too. It's time to "ask and you shall receive," hopefully!

Click here to read the rest of Jurgen Wolff's article on Time to Write: Ask

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