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When is the Perfect Time to Write a Book?
Have you always wanted to write a book? . . Surveys say that a lot of people want to write a book. . . However, only very few actually wrote and published books. . . Why is that? . . This could be a reason: . . Yes, I really want to write a book. But I don’t think this is the right time. I’m still busy. Maybe when my business takes off. Or when I quit my job. Or when I’m not busy anymore. Or when I have more time. . . Guess what?! You’ll never run out of things to be busy about. . . When I quit my job,…
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What Does It Take to Write a Book?
A few years ago, a Pinoy OFW messaged me in FB and said, “Sha, can I call you up even just for 15 minutes? What is your mobile number? Super important!” Let’s call him Jeff (not his real name). I replied, “Hi, Jeff! May I know what’s the agenda? You’re calling from Singapore. The overseas call must be expensive.” You see, Jeff and I haven’t met yet. But he has read some of my books and he reads my blog as well. He answered, “Please teach me how to write a book.” When I read his reply, I laughed. Was he just pulling my leg? Then I realised…Maybe, for some people,…
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Have You Always Wanted to Write a Book?
Have you always wanted to write your own book? .. Surveys say that a lot of people want to write a book! . . Are you one of them? . What keeps you from writing your own book? . . Maybe you may have any or all of the following excuses. . . “I’m not a writer.” . . “I don’t know how to write a book.” . . “I’m too young (or too old) to write a book.” . . “I don’t know anyone from the publishing industry.” . . “No one knows me.” . . “I’m too busy to write.” . . “I don’t have money to publish…
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Is there a story you would like to share? . . I believe that everyone has a story to share. What is your story? . . I attended a convention in SMX one time. Ordinary members of the organisation shared their respective stories on stage. One guy used to be a clerk, now, he’s a multi-millionaire. Another guy used to be a service crew of a fast-food chain. Today, he’s traveling the world with his family. Another woman used to be a secretary. Today, she’s living in her dream house and is driving her dream car. . . As I was listening to their stories, I was so inspired. .…
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Dumaguete and Toastmasters Speech Contest
It’s almost Christmas! Time flies so fast! 🙂 I’m in a coffee shop here in Dumaguete as I am writing this. It’s my first time in Dumaguete and I must say that Dumaguete is such a charming place. The people are gentle. The eating places are very inviting! Dumaguete is the home of one of the most famous universities in the Philippines — Silliman University. And everything in Dumaguete is walkable. In the past two days, my toastmasters friends and I attended the District 75 Toastmasters Midyear Convention. Thanks to Midcon Chair Gov. Ranz Medina and his team for a laid-back, fun, and meaningful convention! 🙂 Toastmasters all over the Philippines…
