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"We share what we know, so that we all may grow."n * THE LAWS OF LIFE: Twenty Universal Laws and Spiritual Truths" (from Inspirational Books) "Our minds can shape the way a thing will be, because we act according to our expectations ...and that's why it shapes our ...

Article Title: A Summary of the book THE SECRET' rn(from the Oprah Winfrey Show and some radio interviews) Shared by: Craig Lock Web sites: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig) Brief Summary: As you learn The Secret, y

Have you noticed that there are not many store front travel agencies these days? I guess it may have had a lot to do with the fact that many people are using their computer to book their own flights online. Also, after the disaster in New York on September 11th, people were scared to travel and ...

Experts in phobias say that, for many of us, the fear of public speaking is worse than the fear of death. This is because most of us need acceptance from others and fear judgment to some extent. Although the event that necessitates a eulogy is the worst emotional experience, delivery of the funeral speech need not be. The eulogy audience is known for their support and understanding, in fact that is why they are in attendance at the funeral or memorial service. Knowing this, people still feel nervous.

Do you want to increase your vocabulary? Do you want to wow your friends with big words? Or perhaps you want people to carry dictionaries when you are around them so that they can look up those peculiar words you utter? Here are a few tips that will make you sound like a word genius. It is actually simpler than it seems. Tip # 1: Read plenty “Ha,” You are probably saying, “I’ve heard that one many times before, but it never works!” Well, it is not just about reading. As you read, mark or write down unfamiliar words.

Article Title: What Does it Feel Like to be Brain Damaged? Author: Frederick R. Linge, Clinical PsychologistnSubmitted by: Craig LocknCategory (key words): head injury, brain injury, neuro-psychology, brain enhancement Other Articles are available at: ...

Article Title: 'Unlimited Power' by Anthony Robbins (from Inspirational Books - Part One) Submitted by Craig Lock Key words: Personal growth, Self help, Success, Unlimited Power, Anthony Robbins, Success Coaching, Self ImprovementnWeb site: http://www.myspace/craiglok Other Articles are ...

Article Title: A "Review" of 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part Two) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", good books, inspirational books Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ and www.lulu.com/craiglock Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration and money management,

Article Title: Seven Great Quotes from Nelson Mandela’s Auto-biography 'Long Walk to Freedom' Author: Eamon Kircher-Allen Web site: longgonedaddy.wordpress.com/ Shared by: Craig Lock Sourced from: longgonedaddy.wordpress.com/.../6-great-quotes-from-mandelas-long-walk-to-freedom/ Key Words (Tags): Nelson Mandela, Eamon Kircher-Allen, Inspirational Quotes, Inspiration, Inspirational books, Africa, Asia, China, Israel, Middle East, Palestine, Politics, South Africa, Tibet (enough there now) by bernal2raro

Article Title: How to Make Good Life Decisions (Updated) Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Communication. Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.htmln(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, words of inspiration ...

Article Title: 'The God Memorandum' (from 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino) Submitted by:Craig Lock Category/Key words: Inspiration, 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", inspirational books, good books Web site: Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, wri

There are many different styles of writing sales copy that can be used to persuade readers to make purchasing decisions. The style used by any given copy writer is normally based upon their market research and their individual skill sets. Learning how to write persuasive copy is a mixture of becoming familiar with not only your target audience but also the product or service you represent. Combining any useful information they have accumulated a copywriter can than choose the

Some women are attracted to bad boys. They may be alcoholics, married men, or men with an attitude like Stanley Kowalski in Streetcar Named Desire, or James Dean in Rebel without a Cause. The worst type of bad boy is a convict or an ex-con and sad to say, there are many women who fall for ...

I hesitate to single out a handful of "must-have" words for your Web site. It brings to mind the overblown promises of "power words" and the like. "Power words" strike me as being about as useful as "power naps" and "power lunches." Heavy on hype and light on content. However, some words really can make a difference on your site. They are not "powerful" in isolation but, in the right context, can make an important difference. No. 1--Free

Article Title: The Magic of Believing - the Power of Thought (from Inspirational Books - Part Three) Submitted by Craig Lock Publishing Guidelines: This piece (as with all my articles) may be freely npublished, electronically or in print. "We share what we know, so that we all may grow." ...

Article Title: A "Review" of 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part One) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", good books, inspirational books Web Site: Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing,

Article Title: What is a true Champion? Author Craig Lock Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html and www.lulu.com/craiglockr Other articles are available at http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig!) Publishing Guidelines: All my articles (and quotations) may be freely published.

Here are a few quick tips for you to remember when sending thank you notes:nn• Use the word “you” more than the word “I.” It puts the focus on the person you are thanking.nn• Hand write your thank you notes. If you have poor handwriting, then type business and job interview letters, however, nothing beats the impact of handwritten note or card.nn• Send your thank you notes via post and not Email.nn• Mail your notes right away. F

WordSmiths is a consortium of published and award winning novelists, short story writers and poets. Joseph Chinnock is the director of WordSmiths and can help you get placed with the right writing coach for you and your project. rnEveryone loves a good story, whether it appears in a novel, poem, or business report. The key to telling a good story is deciding exactly what you want to say—what’s vital and what should be left out. The elements of successful storytelling are

Tips & Guidelines for Writing an Informative Essay An informative essay seeks at imparting knowledge about an explicit topic. In order to write an informative essay, it is important to consider the logical sequence while mentioning the points. An informative essay affords no scope for subjective material as it is solely objective. It only informs and enlightens as regards to the topic. What does an informative essay show?

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow - to help and encourage others in the amazing jou ey that is life." * LIVE YOUR DREAM THROUGH OVERCOMING OBSTACLES AND NEVER EVER QUIT A collection of thoughts and quotations compiled by Craig Lock rn(in 1994) ... Authors' Note: Quotations in this article have been extracted from 'A THIRD SERVING OF CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL' and 'CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE MIND': 101 stories to open the heart and rnrekindle the spirit.

Article Title: Sharing Some of Dr Martin Luther King’s Most Famous Words of Inspiration and Empowerment Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Martin Luther King Jnr, Love, Power of Love, Quotations on Love, Hope, Dreams, Peace, Inspirational Quotes, Inspiration, Empowerment Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter's blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com and newbooksbycraiglock.wordpress.com

Some writers are under the misguided notion that they can press the F7 key in a Word document, and most of their spelling and grammar errors will magically disappear. This is not so, as many of us have learned the hard way. Not only is the spell-check unable to correctly identify words that are misspelled, but also it often suggests incorrect grammar as well.

Article Title: Jesus Christ: The Greatest Possibility Thinker Who Ever Lived (from "Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Spirituality, Jesus, Jesus Christ, hope, possibilities, possibility thinking, inspiration, faith, Christianity Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter's blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://sharefaith.wordpress.com and http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com and http://craiglock.wordpress.com nr

Most Important Person In My Life By Sherri Rabinowitz In 2007 the most important, the most inspiring man I have ever met was taken from me. My Dad died unexpectedly from a heart condition that he was suppose to recover from in five days. My Dad was so amazing. He had read so many books all his life that I can’t ever match what he read. He was a High School graduate from Brooklyn who was elegant and highly intelligent. He was wise, kind and extremely funny. Everyone respected and loved him.

Article Title: What Each ONE of Us Can Learn From the Character and Life of Jesus Submitted by Craig Lock Key Words: Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, faith, inspiration, empowermentr The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22&t=post and http://craiglock.wordpress.com

Suspense is what keeps the reader interested in your story. It is what keeps her going. She wants to find out what is going to happen next, and she is thoroughly interested in how it is all going to end. So, what can you do to build up this interest and keep it burning? There are quite a number of ways. Often the best way of doing it is by promising excitement. This involves hinting at certain outcomes. You do it in such a way that the reader looks forward to these outcomes. In addition to promising something, you must leave room for uncertainty.

Many of the most successful and famous people in the world have one thing in common - they have spent time every day writing down their thoughts and goals! Learn how writing down your goals will increase your ability to be successful. Recently a book came out in my country about the early life of one of our most famous political leaders. I found the reviews of this book very interesting, because as a very young teenager, this boy who later became a famous prime minister, used

Whether you are a family, a couple or an individual, having family traditions are important to your health and provide a certain feeling of security. And, they can be great fun, too! There is a well-known much-loved movie and play called “Fiddler on the Roof.” It is the story of hard-working family man Tevye, living a meager life in old Russia, who is trying to hold on to his religion, his traditions and his five daughters, but finds it is a struggle because life is "as shaky as a fiddler on the roof.” He feels traditions are the glue that keeps them stable.

Article Title: The Key Elements of Determination and Self Discipline on the Pathway to Success (from 'The Winning Mind) Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Success Principles, Motivation, Inspiration, Sports Psychology, Sport, Mind, Mind Control, Positive Thinking and Positive Psychology (enough there now, craig!) Web Site: Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.id

Haiku is a traditional style of Japanese poetry especially for kids. As kids enjoy poems and rhymes, so this can be treat for their tiny minds. It is the simplest and most taught form of poetry in schools. It is so easy that anyone can do it. No hard and fast rules. Just go with a thought in your head and flow with it. How to create Haiku?

Writing a great assignment takes much more than just being able to write well. It needs being able to read fast, understanding the concepts quickly, forming up a plan of how to go about your assignment, and a deep interest in the subject. When you are given a task to complete an assignment for your college purposes, you are not left with many options, but to complete it before the deadline given to you whether you like it or not. You have done well for yourself if you choose

* A YOUNG (TEENAGE) IDEALIST: SEAN "Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that really matter."rn- Martin Luther King Submitter's Note: I came across these great words by a young New Zealand student by the name of Sean O'Connor and they fitted perfectly into the book I'm working on and the central themes of the manuscript So here is an extract from his inspiring words (and slightly adapted by me) in Sean's chapter. If published, please acknowledge the source, the College Herald (as part of the New Zealand H

Loss and Self Worthr By Sherri Rabinowitz Why are these two words so interconnected? They are. When you have a loss of any kind your self worth plummets. Why? Why is it, that all our beliefs and values disappear when something bad happens? It is as much a mystery to me as it is to you. I suffer from it too. I have suffered a lot of loss in the last few years and any self worth I had just vanished. The more the universe took things away from me the more I felt less then myself. Why is that? Why do we beat ourselves up?

About two years ago, one of my science-fiction clients started a podcast series. Every week he would put a new chapter of his book on audio, and upload it to iTunes and MySpace. He had a tremendous following and I really admired his form of promotion, but I thought it would be too difficult and expensive for me. Wrong! Podcasting is simple and affordable. And it can be an effective way to get the word out about your book because you are offering free content, which people love. How do you make a podcast?

Social media web sites, such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and even MySpace, can be perfect places to market a book. If you are already connected to the online networking and media world, stay there, and start promoting your work. If you are not connected, consider adding a few of the following strategies to your book marketing tool kit. Make Your Posts about Your Book Do you regularly update your Twitter or Facebook status? If so, make sure that, as much as possible, your status updates relate to your book.

Article Title: Writing and the Creative Imagination - How to Avoid Writer's Block Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, How to Write Creatively, Writing Hints/Tips, Creative Writing Course,Writing Course, Online Writing Course, Imagination, Creative Imagination (enough there for now, craig!) Web Sites: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 and http://www.creativekiwis.com The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com

Most of us dread public speaking – even presenting eulogies. Although eulogy audiences are more sympathetic and understanding than most, it is still public speaking, with challenges. The period following the death of a loved one is a trying time. You are likely experiencing grief and perhaps shock. With the prospect of standing up to present a eulogy, nervousness, lack of information, unresolved issues, family pressures and conflicts, time restrictions complicate the issue. Funeral speeches are difficult to write, much less deliver. Most of us will cower from the challenge.

Frankenstein’s monster, the clever and susceptible fiend fashioned by Victor Frankenstein studies a print of Milton’s Paradise Lost, which overwhelmingly stirs up his emotions. The monster automatically begins to compare himself and his situation to that experienced by Adam. Like Adam he loathes his creation and destiny to be present in this Earth. He thinks that his formation and his presence in this world which is a cruel dwelling is an injustice to himself to what he never asked for or did anything to deserve it. This has been quoted in Milton’s Paradise,

A eulogy is a farewell or memorial speech that gives high praise to a recently deceased person. Spoken publicly at a church, funeral home or even private residence, and sometimes in conjunction with a service, the speech honors, commemorates and even celebrates the deceased's life. Although usually delivered by a person close to the deceased, occasionally the speaker is unfamiliar with the deceased.

Article Title: Is it Possible to Counter and Ultimately Defeat Terrorism? Just sharing a Few Thoughts Author: Craig Lock Key Words: Terrorism, Solutions, Peace, Possibilities for Peace, Politics, World, Middle East, Israel, "Inspiration", "Words of Empowerment" (enough there now!) Web Sites: http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock (ebooks) www.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books/74-craigs-books + www.lulu.com/craiglock

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow."nn * "Fifteen Dynamic Inspiring Qualities of Leadership" (from ' Inspirational Books' - Updated) "Enthusiasm is the match that lights the candle of achievement." n- William Arthur Ward n "Your belief determines ...

Article Title: Sharing some Thoughts (and Quotations) on the Power of Love to Make a Difference (through Helping Make a Shift in Global Consciousness) Author Name: Craig Lock Web site: http://www.savedarfur.org Line Space: 65 characters Key Words: Inspiration, Spirituality, love, Darfur, ...

Article Title: "A Simple Recipe for Writing Success": How To Write Creatively (from Online Creative Writing Course) Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Writing Hints/Tips, Writing Course, Creative Writing Course Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock22+ www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self

Might sound strange…but most of us are not accustomed to giving our brain a workout or much exercise. This quick and simple exercise, boosts memory, improves concentration, and helps with clumsiness and emotional instability. To learn more, watch the video called Super Brain Yoga, posted in my blog at http://littleresearchengine.com/2011/08/easy-exercise-to-increase-brain-power/.

Article Title: How to Create a Good Self Image (from 'Handbook to Survive Life') Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Self help books, Success, Success Principles Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html and www.lulu.com/craiglockr Other Articles are available at: http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 and http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.html rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig!)

Article Title: What Do Muslims Believe about Jesus? (from 'Basic Principles of Islam') Author: Mohammed F Thompson Submitted (with permission) by: Craig Lock Category (key words): religion, Islam, Jesus, faith, beliefs, peace, spiritual, spiritual growth, spiritual unity, unity of religion (religions) Web site: www.voiceofislamtv.com Submitter’s web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter's blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com

For many, email correspondence has improved business efficiency on many levels. Sending an email can save time and money as well as provide a virtual “paper trail” of information sent and received. While the internet and email can provide quick and easy access to information and ...

Article Title: Thirty Common Writing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them (from Online Creative Writing Course) Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Writing Hints/Tips, Creative Writing Course, Writing Course, Online Writing Course (enough there for now, craig!) Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/course/index.html and www.lulu.com/craiglock Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565

Article Title: How To Be Successful in Work and in Life (from 'Handbook to Survive Life' - Updated) Author: Craig Lock Line Space: 65 characters Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Success Web site: http://www2.webng.com/write z/ Other Articles are available at: ...

Article Title: Sharing Some Empowering and Uplifting Thoughts from my Notes (from the brand new e-book THE WINNING WAY) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Inspirational Quotes, Books, new books, mind, mind-power, spiritual, spiritual writings, spiritual growth, inspiration, empowerment, words of empowerment Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com

Before choosing a subject one should know what subject will suit them the best and what will really attracts and holds them enough. The idea is to choose a subject that is fun filled and interesting instead of subjects that may be forced on you because they are in "vogue". Besides, one should choose a subject in which they can focus more and invest long hours into developing its theories especially during higher studies. Many teachers have identified various character traits

We all hear how important it is for authors to help market their books. Today I’m going to discuss one of the key marketing tools in the author’s bag of tricks—book signings. I’d especially like to focus on signings at independent bookstores for reasons that you’ll quickly see. As an independent bookseller who schedules a fair number of book signings, as an author, and as a publisher, I speak from years of direct experience. First, why should an author consider doing book signing appearances?

Article Title: Formula One: Sharing Some Quotes by the Great Grand Prix Drivers Submitted by Craig Lock Key Words: Motor racing, books, book "reviews", sport, elite performance, champion, champions, Formula 1, great racing drivers, racing drivers, champion drivers, Grand Prix drivers, Grand Prix champions, Formula One champions/drivers, mind, mind-power, "the zone", success, success principles, achievement , excellence (enough there now, craig!) Web sites: www.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books/74-craigs-books http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock + www.lulu.com/craiglockr

Article Title: "A Simple Recipe for Writing Success": How To Write Creatively (from Online Creative Writing Course) Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Writing Hints/Tips, Writing Course, Creative Writing Course Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock22+ www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(P

I was sitting, in my car, on a freeway, (some might say a parking lot), stuck in traffic, not moving. To while away the time I was reading the bumper stickers and signs in the back windows of other automobiles. It suddenly struck me; the parallel between totems, talismans, and these stickers, magnets, paste-ons that modern man posts on his steel steed to declare his beliefs. Wondering if I’d ever get home.

If you think that being a rock 'n roll star is glamorous and lucrative, think again. It's hard work with long hours and no paid holidays or vacations, according to Canadian rock legend Greg Godovitz. Bargain-basement accommodations on the way up leave much to be desired. And if you want to know where your money goes, you'd better have solid financial management or a clean, sober mind, both of which were lacking in Godovitz's rise to fame. But he doesn't regret any of it and provides all the gritty details in his stunning autobiography, Travels with My Amp.

As you hang up the telephone, the icy fingertips of panic grip your stomach; your heart races. Your most recent project was delivered on time, within budget, and is approaching payback one year ahead of schedule. Your industry association wants you to address their annual convention. nnRelax: they believe you have something to offer. Here are 10 rules to ease your palpitations.nnAs you think about your speech, remember the second rule: all great speeches, and even some good o

The Road to Global Peace Shared by: Craig Lock Category/Key words: Peace, Peacemaking, Leadership, Inspiration, Empowerment, Upliftment.

Thesis writing is one form of writing that can leave anyone who is unfamiliar with it completely confused. It poses an entirely new set of questions and is very different from what you do on a regular basis. However, it is meant to be that way: difficult, organized, high-professional and very well-structured. There cannot be any “casual” lingo and it has to be extremely descriptive. With thesis writing you are not making a contribution to more information or content on the In

Article Title: A Review of the Book ' God Has A Dream' by Desmond Tutu Shared by: Craig Lock Category (Key words): Success, Belief, Positive Thinking, Mind, Mindpower, Mind Control, Thought, Power of Thought, Empowerment, Motivation, Inspiration, Self Help, Personal Growth (enough there now) Web sites: www.lulu.com/craiglock/ and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock22+ www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com

Article Title: Living with Long-Term Brain (Head) Injury Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): head injury, brain injury, William Fairbank, effects of brain/head injury, neuro-psychology, brain, cognitive difficulties, medical information, medical resources (enough there now, craig) Web sites: www.williamfairbank.com http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 and http://headbraininjury.wordpress.com/ The submitter's blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.

Not everyone reads long copy and that's why there are double readership paths. I'm guessing you already know this...but just in case, copy (the written part of any marketing material) is the secret to sales success. Have you ever noticed the formatting on long direct mail or web sales letters? Study the formatting and you'll see long copy is formatted so "scanners" can skim the page to get the message while analytical readers can dive in and absorb ALL the details.

Autumn Poetry for October and Fall Deriving inspiration for autumn poetry becomes a whole lot easier by taking a look at various autumn pictures. Not all artists focus on only capturing the bareness and nakedness of nature in their pieces & paintings; many artists make great creative use of autumn leaves to portray divinity and other holy deities.

What if I could give you one word that would transform your writing career? Impossible? Not at all. It's not only possible, but when you understand this word and its power, it will forever change how you look at writing. In fact, if you don't learn this word, you are treating your writing career like a trip to a Vegas casino. Sure, you might win big, but the odds are that you'll go home disappointed ... and broke. I'm talking about a four letter word that most writers, includ

I’m sure you’ve heard me discuss the importance of masterminds and investing in your business. This is the single most important aspect of professional growth. Exposure to new ideas, fresh ways of thinking and resources are vital to expansion of your mind and soul. Who do you mastermind with? Do you utilize your connections to the fullest? Are you expecting miracles when NOT doing your part? These are some questions I want you to REALLY ponder. Personally I do what I can to make the most of all my connections. Here are some tips to help you.

Copyrighting your book is an important step in the process of becoming an author because it helps protect against people taking or using your work without permission. But how do you get a copyright? And when should you file for one? If you're unsure about how to protect your work, consider the following suggestions. First, a quick disclaimer: I am not a copyright atto ey, and this article should not be taken as legal advice. Please use this only as a guide for where to find more information about how to protect your work. And, keep in mind that this is for authors in the United States.

In order to increase your sales online it is important to overcome any resistance a customer may have towards making a purchase. Being it is impractical to address these concerns on an individual basis it seems targeting the most common factors is the best approach. It appears the typical buying process initiates the fear of change in many who quite naturally are more comfortable with the status quo. Whether change is for the better or not consumer buying behavior seems more

Your Journal To Spiritual Awakening The Journaling Journey is about Reflective Writing. This process accesses self-knowledge from the depth of your being and captures the sense of who you are. The healthy relationship you long to have with your self evolves from your immutable essence that transcends both time and space. It is this space and energy within you that moves you through time. It captures your psycho-spiritual body to lead it as it naturally feels inspired. It reve

Article Title: Sharing some Quotations on the Power of Love to Make a Difference Shared by: Craig Lock Key Words: Inspiration, Love, words of inspiration, empowerment, Spirituality Web Sites:www.craigsbooks.wordpress.com http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html www.lulu.com/craiglock Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981r

You have a book in you. Perhaps you have sensed this book for forever. Perhaps it has only recently made itself known to you. Perhaps your sole awareness of it comes from others who insist that it’s there. Or perhaps this book still lurks in the shadowy recesses of your unconscious mind, not yet ready to let itself be glimpsed. Maybe you already suspect what this book might be about. Or maybe your opening page is not only empty of words but empty of ideas.

Just start, and trust your inner vision. Just start, and know that the words that long to pour from your heart will find their way onto the page — thought by thought, word by word, breath by breath. For the words are there. The story is there. It exists already — in another dimension, a parallel reality. It exists with a life and an imperative of its own. Just start, and know the words will flow. Know they will flow without having to know what they are or where they will carry you when you free your story to unfold onto the page.

Article Title: Hope, Faith , Love and Joy : God has a Great and Unique Plan for YOUR Life Author: Craig Lock Key words: God, hope faith, love, spiritual growth, faith HOPE, FAITH, LOVE , and JOY- GOD HAS A GREAT AND UNIQUE PLAN FOR YOUR LIFE Just sharing a few thoughts on hope faith, love, spiritual growth, faith

Most students find that writing a research paper is the toughest challenge they face in order to earn their college degree. It is time consuming and brain draining. But at the end, it is one of the unforgettable moments students treasure. Students face several common challenges in writing a research paper. By learning what these challenges are, you’ll be more prepared and more confident in finishing your paper. Most importantly, you will be able to avoid committing common m

I’ve heard & read various people say that learning how to write a kissing scene in a romance novel can be a real test and prove to be a challenge. I beg to differ from those authors; writing a kissing scene can be the easiest things to do if you have the ability to visualize and imagine & blend it with experiences of your own.

A Stolen Letter led to Lifetime Together By Sherri Rabinowitz

Article Title: Sharing Some Thoughts on Jesus, Love and Peace Submitted by: Craig Lock Key Words: Inspiration, Love, Peace, Jesus, Empowerment, Spirituality, Spiritual Growth Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565r

If you've been thinking about writing a book for a long time, then you're definitely not alone. It's one of those projects that can easily be put off so more immediate things can get done. I know I tend to put things off (especially big things) unless I have a compelling reason to do it now.

When a person with little or no writing experience decides they want to write a book, their first instinct is often to find someone with writing skills to do it for them. It sounds easy enough, right? You can't write, so you just get someone who can. However, a lot more goes into finding and working with a ghostwriter than most people think. It's not just a matter of finding a writer who needs something to do. So if you're considering hiring a ghostwriter to write your book, here are the basics of what you need to know.

Article Title: Living in Faith and Gratitude (from Charles Price) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words/tags): Spiritual Growth, Faith, Key words: Jesus Christ, Jesus, Faith, Gratitude, Charles Price Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Charles Price, Living Truth, Thoughts on Jesus, Empowerment, Transformation, Quotations, Thoughts, Inspiration “Inspiration, Spiritual”, Inspirational Writings (enough there now, craig) Web site: www.livingtruth.ca The submitter’s blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, booksr

INTRODUCTORY COMMENTS: These notes form part of a new manuscript, which I'm currently 'working on' (it's not really "work" as it seems to be 'writing itself'. I may name it 'The Real Jesus: The Jesus I Knew (and Know)' Hope it's not too "heavy heavy" for you and that these thoughts may be helpful, uplifting and perhaps even inspirational to you in your spiritual growth. THE FIVE GOSPELS: WHAT DID JESUS REALLY SAY? Let us look at the true values of the faith of Christ... Passion for liberalism, tolerance, compassion, decency and generous ideals.

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." SHARING SOME UPLIFTING AND INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHTS Here are some short thoughts (and phrases) from my red book in point form), that I've collected over the years (instead of stamps or bottle-tops). Some are my own thoughts that I've jotted down in my little red book by my bedside (sometimes in the early hours). Perhaps I'll include in a new manuscript, so will share with you.

When you're working on a book, the question, "Will people actually want to buy this?" inevitably comes up. Although in most cases this is your inner critic trying to sideswipe your creative efforts, the question is valid. Will people actually see the value in the information you're providing? Will they want to spend their money on your book? The answer to these questions often lies more in packaging the material than the material itself.

No matter what reasons you may have for writing articles if you do this with any consistency at all it is to your benefit to learn to write in the most efficient manner possible. With so many businesses now using the internet article marketing has become very popular as a means to advertise goods and services. The need to produce fresh content, and often, can be very challenging if you write articles to generate traffic. In order to make this type of online advertising work e

Everybody has an Inner Critic (or two or three). Your Inner Critic is that shadowy voice of negativity that makes itself known inside every human being. No one is immune. Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional. Have you heard that one? Thinking about the Inner Critic reminds us of the wisdom of that statement. The question is not whether you have an Inner Critic, but whether you know how to manage the monster. We also have a Good (and Wise) Inner Coach that has our best

Are Movies a Reflection? By Sherri Rabinowitz The movies Nine and A Single Man have one major theme in common. No, its not that they were both nominated for an Oscar. Or that they were both released last year. Not even that both movies were well written, well acted and well produced. It was that they both revolved around two men who were having nervous breakdowns. Truly heart wrenching, sad studies of how the human heart can shatter.

Article Title: 'Unlimited Power' by Anthony Robbins rn(from Inspirational Books - Part One) Submitted by Craig Lock Key words: Personal growth, Self help, Success, Unlimited Power, Anthony Robbins, Mind Power, Mind Control, Success Coaching, Self Improvement (enough there for now) Web sites: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual,

Each day as I sit down to write, I renew my “yes” to writing and to serve love in my writing. To support this choice to have my writing make a positive difference, I make four conscious choices. These allow me to begin my writing in alignment with all I have learned on a path of transformation, spiritual evolution, and healing mind, body and spirit. They integrate the lessons and gifts I have received in all my life odysseys and from spiritual teachers and now apply to my writing, too. Here are the four key steps I take to begin each writing day:

WHO AND WHAT IS A CHAMPION? A champion is more than a mere title. Rather, it is a set, a collection of personal qualities. What are some of these qualities that make a champion? Firstly, * Ability = Talent * Belief in ones abilities ("believe it to achieve it") Champions have the vital six 'C's': * Clarity of purpose (keeps a champion "driving on") * Confidence: They have great confidence in their abilities. Self Belief is the key here. Champions really "trust their game", especially in times of pressure... "when the heat is really on".

LONG WALK TO FREEDOM, LONG ROAD TO PEACE MY GREATEST RACE Dedicated to the striving for and recognition of peace (and pursuit of peace) … or at least a better and more peaceful world. * Here are some extracts from the manuscript craig is currently “writing”… MY GREATEST RACE: THE "RACE OF LIFE" Submitter's Note: These are some notes (some from authors unknown) that I've jotted down over the years, that I'll share with you. Enjoy... The principles you live by create the world you live in.

Leaving well placed blog comments is a great way to accelerate the flow of traffic to your site. An important aspect of the blog building process is establishing links with other sites and when you post comments at other blogs you can do just that. The more incoming links your site has the more authority this projects to search engines and this tends to increase your rank along with the flow of free online traffic. Your site also gains more exposure by virtue of having your l

REMEMBER WHAT PEACE THERE MAY BE IN SILENCE Listening to the inarticulate can help bring peace to others, says Glenn Jetta Barclay Have you heard the silence? The silence of the Child Jesus around whom Christmas swirls? So it is that the silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak clearly for themselves. Therefore the Jesus of Christmas is the Jesus who relates to all societies and people. As a child born before the "Rights of the Child" existed, Jesus reflects all children living in unhealthy and risky circumstances, whether rich or poor.

Article Title: Sharing Some Thoughts on the 'World of Writers': Writers on the Writing Jou eyrnShared by: Craig Lock Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ and www.lulu.com/craiglockr Key words: Writing, Writers, Creative Writing, Writing Thoughts Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock22+ craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet

“Life is not a journey to the grave, with the intention of arriving safely, in one pretty and well-preserved piece, but to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, worn out and defiantly shouting ‘Geronimo!!!’” (Author unknown) I love this quote and the imagery that it conjures. When I read it, ...

Do you ever feel sleazy or inauthentic when you write marketing or sales copy? Like you're pushing people, rather than pulling them in? I know I have. Let me tell you a story. A few years ago I wrote my first sales letter for my business. I'd written sales copy before, but always on behalf of clients, and I quickly learned that doing it for myself was very different. Even though I knew what made copywriting effective, I had trouble writing in a voice that felt like me. And let me tell you, the sales letter was a complete train wreck!

Article Title: The Amazing Power of the Human Mind Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Self Help Books, Personal Growth, Communication, Mind Power, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology. Web Site: https://www.xinxii.com/asresults.php?s4=craig+lock&sid=1 The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 and http://craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 andr

Have you imagined your completed book yet? You can do it! It's called mental rehearsing, daydreaming, imagining; take your pick. We all have mentally rehearsed something at one point in our lives. Whether you imagined yourself proposing to your fiancé. Remember how you rehearsed in your mind seeing yourself getting on one knee, saying the words you would say and heard the answer yes. Or many of us imagined ourselves cooking our friend's, our son's, our daughter's favorite birthday dinner. You saw the dishes in detail.

Article Title: A 'REVIEW': 'From Seeds of Hope to Endless Possibilities ...A New Age' Key Words (tags): books, new books, book review, book extract, Craig Lock, Inspiration Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ and www.lulu.com/craiglock/ Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock22+ www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet m

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." * * OVERDRIVE: Formula One In The Zone – MORE BOOK “REVIEWS” Sourced from: www.overdrivef1.com/review.html Tags (key words): Motor racing, motor sport, Grand Prix drivers, Formula One, “the zone”, sport, success, achievement, mind, mind-power, motivation, champion, elite sports-people, excellence (enough there now, craig) Laurence Edmondson (ESPNF1.com - April 29, 2

After composing a brilliant marketing article that showcases your expertise and gives your ideal readers information they love, you'd think your article marketing work was done. But wait! The resource box-those two or three sentences tagged onto the end of all your articles. Think you can just slap something together, drop in a link to your web site, and send the article off?

Article Title: Sharing a few Quotations/Thoughts on HOPE and LOVE Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Hope, Quotations, Love, Thoughts, “Inspiration, Spiritual”, Inspirational Writings. Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981r

Article Title: Some Practical Issues in Dealing with Head Injury Category (key words): head injury, brain injury, neuro-psychology Publishing Guidelines: I hope that the following piece may be informative to others. This article (as with all my articles) may be freely reproduced electronically or in print. If it helps anyone "out there in the often very difficult, but always amazing 'jou ey of life' in any way, then we're very happy. "We share what we know, so that we all may grow. * SOME PRACTICAL ISSUES IN DEALING WITH HEAD INJURY: Introduction:r

Article Title: The Key Elements of Determination and Self Discipline on the Pathway to Success (from 'The Winning Mind'') Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Success Principles, Motivation, Inspiration, Sports Psychology, Sport, Mind, Mind Control, Positive Thinking, Books, Self help books and Positive Psychology (enough there now, craig!) Web sites: www.lulu.com/craiglock and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig

rnA copy writer is faced with a lot of challenges when trying to persuade people with the use of nothing more then their writing skills. Obviously knowing how to write persuasive copy involves more than any particular skill of the pen or keyboard. Effective copy writing must first address what is inside the head of the reader before the first words are even written. It therefore would stand to reason that anybody with these writing skills must also possess other characteristi

The act of creating a blog is a relatively simple however the challenge is found in making your blog popular with readers and this takes time and commitment! For any site to be successful unique content needs to be made available on a regular basis so you'll be doing a lot of writing! For anybody considering launching their own site here are 3 things you'll need to seriously consider before your start blogging! What's Your Point What topic is it you're intent to write about o

Article Title: How to Think Like a Millionaire (from Inspirational Books - Part Two) Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Money, Million, Wealth, Financial Freedom/Independence, Positive Thinking, Spiritual thoughts. Web Sites: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 and https://www.xinxii.com/adocs.php?aid=16831 The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://craiglock.wordpress.com

Article Title: Sharing some Thoughts on Writing that "Great American Novel" * (from Creative Writing Course) * or that of any other countryr Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Writing the Novel, Writing Course, Creative Writing Course, The Novel, Novel, Writing Hints/Tips rn(enough there now, craig) Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/course/index.html and www.lulu.com/craiglockr Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, inter

Have you ever faced the necessity to create an essay or some other type of creative content? Probably, yes, you have. All students at while are made to write various types of articles and for some of them, it can be a terrible challenge. Definitely, not all students are good at writing and for that reason, they are looking for free essay writer help. Yet still, it is not an ideal solution because we should understand that free help can’t be of high quality, and can brin

Article Title: 25 Simple Steps to Make your Life Easier...and Get More Done in a Day ( (from ''Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness'') Author: Craig Lock (Eagle Productions Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Time Management, Goalsetting, Success, Success Principles, Motivation, Inspiration, Mind, Mind Control, Positive Thinking, Books, Self help books and Positive Psychology (enough there now, craig!) Web sites: www.lulu.com/craiglock and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig

In the vast majority of cases when people write articles to publish online it is usually for promotional purposes pertaining to a particular niche. There are time however when the article writer has more of an interest in publishing content that reflects personal thoughts and not promotional messages. By going off track like this is there any benefit to be realize either by the article writer or the global audience that makes up the internet community? Absolutely! Here are 5

“Biography” stands for how you can graph yourself. Every individual has a different story to speak about. A biography presents the person's story, highlighting various aspects of his or her life, including intimate details of experiences, and may include an analysis of the person's personality. Biography writing was never so easy but now it is, with the help of biography writing experts. These experts will help you by preparing well designed questions to remember

Reading Time: 6-7 mins Over the last several years, my whole life actually, fear has been my obstacle to success. It never occurred to me that most fear is irrational until I further researched and examined it. Ninety percent of the things we fear will never happen.r

Learning to blog involves not as much as many are led to believe and in fact to become recognized as a good blogger is NOT much of a challenge! Great blogging starts with satisfying visitors to your site and as long as you continue to post updates of relevance and quality many people will elect to return! The bottom line is there are just 3 simple 'skills' you can easily acquire and continue to build upon that will help you become known as a really good blogger! Let's have a

Article Title: Thinking for a Change (from Inspirational Books) Category (key words): Mind, mindpower, self help books, self help, personal growth, motivational and inspirational books, John Maxwell, success, success principles, achievement, thought, power of thought, motivation, inspiration, empowerment (enough there for now, craig) Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock (e-books) and www.lulu.com/craiglockr The submitter’s blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, booksr

Creating Your Own Reality By Sherri Rabinowitz It sounds so simple. It sounds like magic, that you could just twitch your nose or wave a wand and poof, a new life. Sadly it does not happen that way. Nope, you have to work really hard and navigate a lot of ups and downs but if you do that you will get such a great gift. I made a decision to change my life because my life at the time was such a disaster. You're not suppose to say it, you're supposed to say it was easy and my life was great and is now so much better. That was not my experience.r

Writing and editing are two different processes. Writing requires creativity; editing requires analysis. The writing process should be free and experimental; the editing process should be systematic and critical. Because of these differences, making a conscious shift in your thinking will make the self-editing process easier and more effective, and one of the best ways to accomplish this is taking time away from the project. For example, I used to write in the morning and then edit in the afte oon.

It takes a bit of time and typically some research as well to write a blog post, but your time is wasted if nobody reads it! The fact is that when writing for people on the internet a good blogger must concern themselves not only with content quality but attracting readers as well! These are considerations every blog administrator must concern themselves with if they want a large and loyal following! Here is a 5 point check list you can follow to insure that people will both

Article Title: Sharing Some Uplifting and Inspirational Thoughts (the Building-Blocks for a New “Work”) Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words/tags): “Inspiration”, Inspirational Quotes, Words of inspiration and upliftment, New Book, Reconciliation, Hope, Forgiveness, Love, Peace (enough there now) Craig’s blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at www.wordpress.com Other articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981

With multi-industry bailouts, an unprecedented federal deficit and National Debt, and soaring unemployment, is Barack Obama up to the challenge of pulling the United States out of its economic crisis? A scientific analysis of his handwriting reveals nine characteristics that predict the state of the nation we can expect under Obama's command During National Handwriting Week (January 18-24, 2009).nn"The character traits displayed in Barack Obama's handwriting are reminiscent o

Article Title: The Key Elements of Determination and Self Discipline on the Pathway to Success (from 'The Winning Mind'') Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Success Principles, Motivation, Inspiration, Sports Psychology, Sport, Mind, Mind Control, Positive Thinking and Positive Psychology (enough there now, craig!) Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ and www.lulu.com/craiglockr Craig's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22&t=post and http://craiglock.wordpress.com

When was the last time you had a truly phenomenal customer service experience? When was the last time someone you know shared a story about wonderful customer service? Were you able to recall a truly positive experience without having to think too far back? If so, that’s great! I encourage ...

Have you ever heard the phrase, "content rich"? Well, when writing your way to wealth, writing an article that showcases your expertise is like investing in a sure thing. Writers (both online and off) have used articles to get traffic on the web, entice prospects to call, and sell their books and products. But with Twitter, LinkedIn, and other fun places to market your services online, is writing articles still a worthwhile strategy? Absolutely.

Article Title: 'Think and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill (from Inspirational Books) - Part Three Submitted by Craig Lock Web Sites: www.creativekiwis.com/ http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock + www.lulu.com/craiglock The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 and http://craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565rnand http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981

What Are Some Key Similarities Between Christianity And Islam?

The very mention of Kindle sends ripples of foreboding trickling through the established fields of traditional publishing and bookselling; and with good reason. Not only are sales of the Kindle reader booming worldwide but so too are the instances of everyday usage on planes, trains, buses, parks and beaches. Vacationers for example now carry up to 5000 books in a jacket pocket rather than lugging around a dozen or so good reads in a suitcase.

Article Title: A "Book Review": 'THE THIRD JESUS' rn(Part Two by Deepak Chopra) Submitted by Craig Lock Key words: Deepak Chopra, Jesus, Jesus Christ, , spirituality, spiritual growth, enlightenment, inspiration, empowerment, personal growth Web sites: www.deepakchopra.com and www.rbooks.co.uk The submitter's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other Articles by the submitter are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/librar

CRAIG’S BLOGS: A LIST OF MY WORDPRESS BLOGS A NEW BOOK OR BOOKS?? Web site: http://craiglock.wordpress.com/category/craigs-blogs/ Tags (key words,/categories): Writing, writing articles, books, new books, authors, Craig Lock, South Africa, Zimbabwe, spirit, sport, peace, motor racing, Grand Prix drivers, Christianity, faith, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Islam, Muhammad, love, building bridges, publishing, e-books, head injury, brain injury, Ray Lock, Bismarck, Dorsetshire and Memories, creative writing (enough there for now, craig)r

Article Title: Why do most people not achieve financial success? Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Money, money management, finance, financial success, financial independence, personal finance, money books, books on money management (enough there now) Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com and www.lulu.com/craiglock Craig's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22&t=post and http://craiglock.wordpress.com nr

Article Title: A "Review" of 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part Two) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", good books, inspirational books, empowerment, self help, self help books, personal growthr Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ and www.lulu.com/craiglock Craig's blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://craigsbooks.wordpress.com/ and http://newbooksbycraiglock.wordpress.com/

AN “INTERVIEW” WITH JESUS ON THE STATE OF THE WORLD TODAY “MY CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD” through Jesus Key words (Tags): Jesus, Jesus Christ, teachings, “inspiration”, faith, new book, ‘The Real, The True Jesus’rnSubmitter’s Note: The ‘reporter’ “did this interview with Jesus” yesterday and he doesn’t know whether he’s really crazy sharing this personal “interview” publically on the net (perhaps I’ll be locked away by funny little men in white coats), but am just doing it… “impulsively” (as always). “Be bold and unseen forces come to one’s aid.”r

Article Title: How to Make Your Wildest Dreams Come True - Fifteen Principles to Realise Them Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Dreams, Self Help, Personal Growth, Inspiratio Web sites: http://www2.webng.com/write z/ and http://www.craiglockbooks.com Publishing ...

As a blogger it's likely you are always looking for ways to improve your writing! Being your blog posts are the heart and soul of the site itself you'll obviously be writing quite a bit! The point here is you'll want to deliver your message in a way that your readers will understand and enjoy! If you are challenged by time or even the ability to clearly deliver your message when blogging, have you tried using a list post format? Here are 5 easy steps to follow to compose your

Submitter's Note: This new article (in point form), extracted from a chapter from my manuscript 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness' is based on an excellent motivational, up-lifting and inspiring book 'THE MAGIC OF THINKING BIG' by David Schwartz I am sharing my summary of some of the contents of this excellent work (what I consider to be the main points) in the spirit of encouraging and hopefully even inspiring those people, who really want to achieve their fullest potentials to read the book...and THINK BIG in your life, then watch what happens.

Article Title: Sharing Some Uplifting, Empowering and Inspirational Thoughts (on the Long and Windy Road to Success) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Spiritual Growth, Inspiration, “Spiritual”, Spiritual thoughts, Quotations, Success, Success Thoughts, Empowerment, Words of Inspiration and Empowerment, Inspirational Writings (enough there now, craig)

Sharing Some Spiritual Thoughts From Gary Zukav (Part Three - from "Inspirational Books") Shared by Craig Lock Category: spiritual, life meaning, inspiration. Web Site: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig) Craig's new blog (with extracts from his various writing

Every New Year's, thousands of aspiring business and self-help authors resolve to make this the year they get their book done. I've heard that 80 percent of people want to write a book-that's a lot of people. But even if that figure is wrong, and, say, 40 percent of people have the goal of writing a book, that's still millions. However, fewer than 300,000 books are published every year in the United States (find more numbers on www.bookstatistics.com).

Article Title: How to Motivate Yourself and Stay Motivated (Up-dated) Author: Craig Lock Line Space: 65 characters Category (key words): Motivation, Self Help, Personal Growth Internet address: http://www2.webng.com/write z/ Other Articles are available at: ...

Article Title: Sharing Some Thoughts on Love and Peace Submitted by: Craig Lock Key Words: Inspiration, Love, Peace, Empowerment, Spirituality, Spiritual Growth Web site: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig Craig's new blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is available at: http://craiglock.wordpress.com/wp-admin/index.php?page=my-blogsr Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, sp

REMEMBER WHAT PEACE THERE MAY BE IN SILENCE Listening to the inarticulate can help bring peace to others, says Glenn Jetta Barclay Have you heard the silence? The silence of the Child Jesus around whom Christmas swirls? So it is that the silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak clearly for themselves. Therefore the Jesus of Christmas is the Jesus who relates to all societies and people. As a child born before the "Rights of the Child" existed, Jesus reflects all children living in unhealthy and risky circumstances, whether rich or poor.

Imagine having a following of people anticipating the release of your book, awaiting your next seminar, or planning on working with you in the future. And imagine these people are your ideal clients, having self-selected themselves to receive your marketing messages. These are the people you write for, the people you want to build relationships with, and the people who your information can help. With a pool of readers waiting to hear from you, making sales would be a whole lot easier than scrambling to find the next person interested in what you have to say.

Aspiring and established writers think of great ideas at strangest times. How many times have you thought of an amazing concept that evaporated away because you didn’t find the time to write it down? Instead of carrying a pen and paper everywhere around, you can turn to modern technology and start being more efficient. It doesn’t matter whether you are a blogger, a short story writer or novelist; the following apps and online tools will help you become a much more effective w

Writing and publishing articles, as long as they relate to your area of expertise, will always result in traffic to your web site. However, not all those visitors will become clients, or even prospects. Why? Because oftentimes they don't find what they're looking for. But this can be avoided. Getting traffic is pointless if your visitors don't have a need that your products and services can fill.

AN “INTERVIEW” WITH JESUS ON THE STATE OF THE WORLD TODAY “MY CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD” through Jesus Key words (Tags): Jesus, Jesus Christ, teachings, “inspiration”, faith, new book, ‘The Real, The True Jesus’rnSubmitter’s Note: The ‘reporter’ “did this interview with Jesus” yesterday and he doesn’t know whether he’s really crazy sharing this personal “interview” publically on the net (perhaps I’ll be locked away by funny little men in white coats), but am just doing it… “impulsively” (as always). “Be bold and unseen forces come to one’s aid.”r

Most internet marketers share a common need and that is to establish an online presence! This is where the use of information comes into play! By circulating or at least making quality content freely available on websites and blogs, marketers are able to build the online presence they need! The only problem here is the time it takes to develop the content however by curating it instead you're simply gathering information and NOT creating it! The long and short is you can stil

When you sit down to start writing a book, are you able to jump right in and catch the stream or words or does the whole task feel daunting? Or, let’s say you’ve already written part of the book and need to reengage with it after a hiatus from writing. Does the prospect bring joy or do you find yourself avoiding it? In either case, do you feel overwhelmed or downright panicky about beginning (again), doubting you can complete what you have begun? Most writers have probably felt at least some combination of those extremes.

Article Title: The Magic of Believing - the Power of Thought (from Inspirational Books - Part Two) Submitted by Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Mind, Mind Power, Claude Bristol, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology, Inspirational Books. Web Sites: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 and https://www.xinxii.com/adocs.php?aid=16831 The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://craiglock.wordpress.com

Article Title: The Magic of Thinking BIG (Part One) Submitted by Craig Lock Key Words: David Schwartz, Success, Personal Growth, Positive Thinking, Mind, Mindpower Web Sites: http://www2.webng.com/write z/ andnand http://www.craiglockbooks.com Other Articles are available at: ...

Article Title: Sharing a few Quotations/Thoughts on HOPE (an extract from the new novel 'Stirling' ) Category (key words): Hope, New books, Stirling, Quotations, Inspirational Quotes, Thoughts, “Inspiration, Spiritual", Inspirational Writings. The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22&t=post and http://craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 andr

"There's a secret that real writers know that wannabe writers don't and the secret is this: it's not the writing part that's hard. What's hard is sitting down to write. What keeps us from sitting down is Resistance." ~ Steven Pressfield, The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles Resistance sits on your shoulder not like a dear friend but a vengeful inner critic. What are your unlived dreams? Why aren't you pursuing them right now? Writing is the one thing that I always wanted to do.

Article Title: Thinking for a Change (from Inspirational Books) Category (key words): Mind, mind-power, self help books, self help, personal growth, motivational and inspirational books, John Maxwell, success, success principles, achievement, thought, power of thought, motivation, inspiration, empowerment (enough there for now, craig) Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter's blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress

Article Title: Writing for Publicity and Profit on the WWW (from Online Creative Writing and Publishing Course) Author: Craig Lock Category/Subject: Writing, Online Writing, WWW, Internet Marketing, Writing and Publishing, Writing Articles. Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/course/index.html and www.lulu.com/craiglock/rnCraig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22&t=post + www.craiglock.wordpress.comr

We lived in a customer-driven era, where both small and big companies try to fulfill the need to their customers and come out with the best product and services that serve all people needs. When a company made any product but unfortunately there was no one to use that product then what makes sense to make an effort on such product. So there is a question arise that how to market your product and business? So, the answer is with the help of content marketing, you can build you

Love Based vs. Fear Based Decisionsnn “The Universe provides us with two wells to dip into: love and fear. What one do you draw from to create your life? The answer to this question is critical because thought is the first part of creation. As we think, we create; and therefore, our lives ...

Article Title: A "Review" of The Book 'The Greatest Salesman in the World' (by Og Mandino) Submitted by:Craig Lock Category/Key words: 'The Greatest Salesman in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", selling skills, sales skills, inspirational books, good books (enough there now, craig) Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other Articles are available at: http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 + http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.html rn(Personal grow

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." * What is success? I am not going to try to define success. I think a precise definition is impossible! Is it winning a Gold Medal at the Olympic Games or winning Wimbledon, or being awarded a Nobel prize? What else? I believe personal success could be anything at all - it does not have to involve public recognition. Who is more successful? A millionaire who is unhappy, or an unnoticed person, who has led a simple, quiet, sincere and happy life?

To be honest I really don't know why Doctors pledge The Hippocratic Oath any more. This is from my recent experince with my Mom in the hospital. I do not believe that they believe it at all. They seem to only believe in the God of Money. Also the pledge Do No Harm does not mean anything to these men. Bedside manner is not existent.

Dissertations are considered as one of the most typical forms of writing. They demand writer’s full concentration and a lot of time. Students at doctorate level have a compulsion to write dissertations. With the burden of studies they find it impossible to devote their time to their dissertations. Dissertations need complete knowledge on the subject. Students cannot rely on family members or friends to assist them in writing their dissertations. They need to seek dissertati

Article Title: A Book "Review: The 'New Middle East' by Shimon Peres (Part Three) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key Words (Tags): Shimon Peres, Middle East, Israel, booksShimon Peres, Middle East, Israel, booksr Craig's new blog is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration an

Article Title: How to Cultivate Seeds of Greatness in your Life by Dr Dennis Waitley (from Inspirational Books) Submitted by Craig Lock Web sites: www.lulu.com/craiglock and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig Craig's blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 + www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565r

Article Title: The Mind-set and Spirit of a Champion Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words/tags): Champion, motivation, inspiration, empowerment, sport, sport psychology, positive psychology, achievement, peak performance (enough there for now, craig!) Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock www.lulu.com/craiglock + https://www.xinxii.com/asresults.php?s4=craig+lock&iSearchButton=Search&sid=1&osCsid=di5cicepv705d996ja9otestp1

Art gallery is a space where various forms of art are displayed to public. The various art are sculpture, handloom, photographs, illustrations, installation art and applied arts. Works of various artists are exhibited in a room or cluster of rooms in a series so that art lovers can evaluate and admire his skills and innovativeness. Painting is a routinely showcased medium. nnThe main objective of these art galleries is to provide recognition and promote the emerging talent. I

Article Title: Sharing some Quotations on the Power of Love to Make a Difference Shared by: Craig Lock Key Words: Inspiration, Love, words of inspiration, empowerment, Spirituality Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981r

Article Title: THE LAWS OF LIFE: Twenty-One Universal Laws and Spiritual Truths" (from Inspirational Books) Shared by: Craig Lock Web sites: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig) Publishing Guidelines: This article (a

http://pages.ivillage.com/qebbs/ebookconnection© Copyright Eugenia Bivines nnThis article is to help identify which style, tech-nique or strategy of writing that one may use. I will also help to understand the method in the way a writer writes and help in determinining which aproach may suite your needs. nnI hope that this information will help all to becomemore effective in writing to help suite the needs of the reader as well as the writer by identifying whichstyle is best

Article Title: The Amazing Power of the Human Mind (from 'Steps To Success, Prosperity And Happiness') Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Self Help Books, Personal Growth, Communication, Mind Power, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology. Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter's blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress

Key Words: Inspiration, Spirituality, Spiritual, Gary Zukav, Philosophy, Intention, Law of Attraction. Web Sites: http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.html and http://www.craiglockbooks.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.htmln(Personal growth, self ...

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." * Summary of the Book "Say 'YES' to your Potential" - Part Five (by 'Skip' Ross with Carole C. Carlson) Introduction: Craig has been studying the amazing powers of the human mind, as well as the "secrets of success" for the past two decades. This article (in point form for brevity) is largely based on my notes from a most inspiring and uplifting book by an American, "Skip" Ross from many years ago (however the principles, I believe, are ete al truths).

Having a successful blog requires patience, consistency and the willingness to develop content your readers will find of interest to them! The culmination of these efforts typically results in building a large and loyal following of return visitors to your site! It is this following that tends to be used as a measure of your success when blogging and involves 3 variables you must focus on to create interest and traffic on your site! Here are 3 simple rules you must follow to

Writing for print and online publication can generate new business leads, drive traffic to your site, build relationships with your clients and prospects, and attract an audience. If you need to grow your business, consider the following ways to get your byline out there. 1. Online Article Directories If you’ve never published an article before, article directories—like SelfGrowth.com and EzineArticles.com—are a great place to start.

Boosting confidence comprises a theme that is definitely part of one's ability to realize even if you don't have complete knowledge of it. On the exterior, for a few individuals the goal of achieving greater self-esteem and decisive forcefulness can sound like impossibility, or even just a nightmare -- meaning, that this concept remains even too terrifying to envision.

Title: How to Find and Follow your Inner Calling rn(from the Oprah Winfrey Show - Part One) Submitted by Craig Lock Category/Subject: Personal growth, Oprah Winfrey, dreams, inspiration, life purpose, success, motivation.

Article Title: Sharing Some Uplifting and Inspirational Thoughts (the Building-Blocks for a New "Work") Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Books, new books, peace, pursuit of peace, inspiration, words of empowerment Web sites: http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig and www.lulu.com/craiglock Craig's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 and http://craiglock.wordpress.comr

There is a 27-year-old girl that doctors have diagnosed as mildly retarded, who happens to be my niece. She is so very sweet and trusting of everyone she meets. She can hold a good conversation and you can also send her to the store to buy anything as long as it is no more than two items or a ...

Article Title: What is Creative Writing (from Online Creative Writing Course)? Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Writing Hints/Tips, Creative Writing Course, Writing Course, Online Writing Course (enough there for now, craig!) Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/course/index.html and www.lulu.com/craiglockr Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=craig+lock and www.craiglock.wordpress.com We hope that the following article (which is a lesson from our online writing course) may be

Writing an article involves a lot more than spontaneously sitting down and tapping away at your keyboard. There is needed preparation that must be done before the writing process can even begin. None of what is involved is difficult but it does require some time and patience if you intend to write an article that gets found and read on the internet. Let's review a simple 3 step process on how to write an article that is both interesting and can be found by people looking for

When you sit down to write your marketing copy—whether for a web site, article, or report—your ultimate goal is getting your readers to buy your products or services. But you can’t just type, “Hire me,” and expect people to come calling. You have to convince them that you’re better than everyone else and that you can help them solve their biggest problems. You have to persuade them. And you have to motivate them to take action.

Someone told me that love conquers all. Yes, that is what she said. She said Love conquers all. However, she did give me an exception. She told me that the only thing that love cannot conquer is a toothache. Her assertion that the only thing more powerful than love is a toothache is worth ...

We share what we know, so that we all may grow." A SHORT "TRIBUTE" TO AYRTON SENNA: LIFE AT THE LIMIT Submitter's Note: Craig is currently "working" on a new manuscript, a "real labour of love" titled 'INSIDE THE MIND OF A GRAND PRIX CHAMPION, where we'll take a look inside the head, the "top two inches" of the very best, the fastest racing driver ever on planet earth. This short extract forms part of a new manuscript titled 'Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons' , which he's currently writing. * INTRODUCTION “Allow me to let yo

Article Title: What is Plagiarism and How to Avoid Infringing It (from Creative Writing Course) Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Writing Hints/Tips, Creative Writing Course, Writing Course, Online Writing Course (enough there for now, craig!) WebSites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/course/index.html www.lulu.com/craiglock/ Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22&t=post + www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/us

There's a lot of hype about creating information products such as 'home study courses'. Home study courses are the most profitable type of information products. You can make £300 to £3,000 profit per course. And the magic is that your costs are almost non existent. One of my ...

You don't have to experience writer's block. Ever. You don't have to sweat over the blank page. You don't have to chew your pencil (or finge ails) to the nub. You don't have to wonder where the next word is coming from. Writer's block is a myth -- not because you won't ever feel stuck but ...You don't have to experience writer's block. Ever. You don't have to sweat over the blank page. You don't have to chew your pencil (or finge ails) to the nub. You don't have to wonder where the next word is coming from.

Many teachers of writing recommend that you keep a regular journal. I’ve been doing that a long time and now have a battered collection of notebooks going back to the early 1990s. On of my greatest regrets is losing a 1980s journal, carelessly slipped under my seat on a flight to Hong Kong and then forgotten. I knew I shouldn’t have had that extra glass of wine with lunch over the Pacific! rnBut all these years later I’m still journaling every now and again because the

Look into the heart of Easter and seer THE EASTER MESSAGE Tags: Easter, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, faith, transformation, inspiration, forgiveness, reconciliation INTRODUCTION Humans have a natural desire to understand the cycle of life, death and rebirth . Christianity has its roots in the mystery of ete al life. This faith is a way of ‘understanding the unknowable’. However, one has to be a believe to get into different levels of understanding, which is achieved through the power of faith.

The very backbone of the internet is something we see almost immediately from the time our computers are powered up! People either seeking information or looking for the opportunity to share knowledge, which is a very effective marketing strategy will all agree, content is truly king! If you doubt the validity of this statement than I would be happy to share knowledge with you that may change your thinking! Below are 3 hard to argue facts that all point to the 'king' size rol

* Article Title: The Power Of Beliefs and The Success Mind Author Name: Craig Eubanks Submitted by: Craig Lock Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter's blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpressr Other Articles by the submitter are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981r

Article Title: Jesus Meets Muhammad (Appendix One) Key words (tags): Islam, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Muhammad, Muhammed, faiths, unity of religions, spiritual growth, peace, pursuit of peace Web sites: http://jesusmeetsmuhammad.wordpress.com/　and buildbridgesofunity.wordpress.com The submitter’s blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at www.wordpress.com/ and http://craiglock.wordpress.com Publishing Guidelines: These writings (as with all my articles) may be freely published

Article marketing is generally regarded in terms with how effective it is at traffic generation however it has others advantages many tend to overlook. This particular strategy involves using content as a means to attract readers to sites containing material relevant to the article itself. In this way writing and publishing content has proven to be a reliable means of traffic generation. This strategy however offers the author other advantages that are not as easily recognize

Copy (the written part of any marketing material) is the secret to sales success. So, is long copy or short copy more effective? The answer is both are effective when well written. Publishers Clearinghouse wouldn't send out long sales letters if they didn't work and coincidentally, newspapers wouldn't sell small space ads if no results were seen.

Have you ever sat down at your computer, ready to write your next marketing article, and then wasted thirty minutes or more trying to come up with something to write about? If so, then you know a few uninspired days can make article marketing seem like a huge burden, taking up way too much of your time. After you implement article marketing as a strategy for generating new leads in your business and then written several articles, coming up with fresh ideas can get tricky.

Many business owners realize by now that they need a good website to attract customers, whether a bricks and mortar store, or an online store, a website is now a given. However, many business owners still do not understand how important regular and unique keyword rich content is to attracting site visitors. Those site visitors will eventually attract foot traffic to your store, or buyers online if you sell your services or product online. After you spend all that time and mo

We all love to try new clothes. Most of us even fancy wearing new clothes every day. We see a lot of changes happening in the fashion industry every day. Along with that, there are numerous companies that are coming up with new clothing and new fabrics almost every hour. It becomes difficult for us to choose the correct brand of clothing or the fabric to wear to office or to any other occasion. Most of the time, we end up buying the product which either does not suit our skin or does not match our personality. We often end up confused as to which brand to go for.

Article Title: "A Simple Recipe for Writing Success": How To Write Creatively (from Online Creative Writing Course) Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Writing Hints/Tips, Writing Course, Creative Writing Course Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock22+ www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(P

When working online it is mandatory to capture the attention of your target audience and many successful marketers do so by using content! Whether you're a blogger or article marketer the best way to get readers to view what you wrote is to make a headline or title that forces them to take notice! The topic we're discussing today involves 3 ways you can create a title or headline that will get readers attention! By doing so you increase the chances people will view what is in

Article Title: What are the Secrets of the Super-Achievers’ of this World? The “X-Factor” Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Achievement, Phillip Baker, motivation, inspiration Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig and www.lulu.com/craiglock

Do you dream of becoming an author? Experts say over eighty percent of people want to write a book. Why is it so few who accomplish the task? Let's be honest, writing a book can be difficult. In the beginning the task may seem overwhelming, insurmountable and even impossible. But with a little know how and diligence or should I say discipline, you can do it easily. You can accomplish your dream of writing a book, then do it over and over again. The author has completed the process over twelve times at the time of this writing.

Great blogging requires a more of a commitment or dedication than it does any particular talents! Establishing a successful blog will call for both your time and patience and this is something you'll need to consider before you even start blogging! Along with the aforementioned time and patience you'll also need the 5 following attributes if you fully intend to build yourself a successful blog! Willing to Learn? No matter what you choose to blog about research will play a maj

Article Title: 'THINK and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill (Part Three from Inspirational Books ) Submitted by Craig Lock Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter's lists of blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981r

Money is tight, but that doesn’t mean people don’t need you and your solutions. In fact, I’d be willing to bet that the people in your market need the guidance and insight you provide now more than ever. But in a recession, it takes a little more encouragement to get people to help themselves by buying your products and services. In other words, you may need to fine-tune your marketing. Here are a few tips for helping your clients and prospects buy from you. 1.

Writing your first new blog post is exciting since your level of energy and enthusiasm are typically sky high! But to keep a site alive and growing you will need to post updates on a consistent and even frequent basis. Not only that but you will need to maintain the content quality at a level that keeps visitors coming back This can quickly become a challenge when trying to find new ideas for creating content that your visitors want to see! So what do you do and how do you do

Article Title: Sharing Some Uplifting, Empowering and Inspirational Thoughts (from My Notes – Part Two) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Spiritual Growth, Faith, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Thoughts on Jesus, “Inspiration”, “Spiritual”, Spiritual thoughts, Quotations, Thoughts, Inspirational Writings (enough there now, craig) Web sites: https://www.xinxii.com/asresults.phps4=craig+lock&sid=1&osCsid=7d30atm8g... http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock (e-books) http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html and www.lulu.com/craiglockr

Submitter's Note: This new article (in point form), extracted from a chapter from my manuscript 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness' is based on an excellent motivational, up-lifting and inspiring book 'THE MAGIC OF THINKING BIG' by David Schwartz. I am sharing my summary of some of the contents of this excellent work (what I consider to be the main points) in the spirit of encouraging and hopefully even inspiring those people, who really want to achieve their fullest potentials to read the book...and THINK BIG in your life, then watch what happens.

Article Title: How to Write "To Win" - the "Secrets" to Writing Success (from Online Creative Writing Course) Author: Craig Lock Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/course/index.html and www.lulu.com/craiglockr Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=craig+lock and www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual wri

It only takes a moment, but it makes all the difference. Before you begin your next project, stop to ask your deepest self how you define the scope of this new task. The difference is one of inspiration and guidance. We all have this deepest self, and most of us are lucky to have had fortunate moments where we feel unstoppable because we are tethered to the momentum of our dreams – in these times we do not need to stop everything and check in with ourselves because we feel already wholly self-reliant due to being integrated with the forces that create, compel and motivate us.

Congratulations, you've finished your first draft! Take a day or two to celebrate your accomplishment. Then, get back to work-you have a manuscript to edit. When writing a book, self-editing skills are important to your success as a writer. However, many writers don't know where to start when it comes to looking at their own writing objectively.

An essay is a literary genre that is characterized by allowing a particular subject to be developed in a free and personal way. Commonly, people write essays to express some opinion or idea, and without having to worry about sticking to a rigid drafting structure or documenting it exhaustively. What information should you include in a trial? The universities demand that the essay be clear, consistent and forceful. Establish a common thread that explains the reasons for carr

Giving something away for f-r-e-e is one of the best ways to attract attention. People just can’t resist it. And for this reason, giveaway reports are an essential marketing tool for businesses that want to generate prequalified leads online. In other words, if you’re trying to build a list of people you can market to by e-mail, you need to write a lead generation special report. For example, last year I started publishing my newsletter and wanted to get lots of subscribers signed up fast. So I wrote a special report that I knew would appeal to my ideal audience.

Article Title: Why do Most People Not Achieve Financial Success? Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Money, money management, finance, financial success, financial independence, personal finance, money books, books on money management (enough there now) Web sites: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 and https://www.xinxii.com/adocs.php?aid=16831 Craig's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://craiglock.wordpress.com nr

It may come before you even write a word, or it may come well into your draft, but when it does, your progress completely stalls. Many aspiring authors have felt stuck at one point or another. And this feeling can prevent even the most motivated writer from completing their work-in-progress. The good news is there are ways around this terrible feeling. If you've been writing happily and productively on your book, and suddenly found yourself unable to move forward, consider the following three reasons aspiring business and self-help authors often find themselves stuck. 1.

Article Title: “The Pen is More Powerful Than The Sword” Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words/Tags): Writing, Words, Empowerment, Inspiration, Words of empowerment and inspiration, College Herald, New Zealand Herald Craig’s blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22&t=post and http://craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981r

A website copywriter knows that building trust is essential to any marketing strategy. No transaction can be performed without trust. In fact, without it, your business simply wouldn’t function. In internet marketing the trust element is intrinsically vital, web users have to overcome the trepidation of dealing with a business that may not exist in a physical sense. Unless people trust you – they won’t use you. So, how can a business build trust and credibility on the intern

Great blogging starts with a keen focus on the interests of the people who land on your platform! Since visitors stop by to view the content you've published based upon your blog topic, you already know their interests! Now it is up to you to play the role of a good blogger and continue to offer as much valid information as your time will allow to keep these people satisfied and returning! However being a good blogger involves more than simply publishing updates that are rele

Writer's block is something that commonly affects those who are constantly using content when working online! I guess that pretty much means all internet marketers since the use of information is a very popular and effective way to increase your exposure online! The topic of discussion here today is how internet marketers can reduce this frustration associated with the occasional 'brain freeze' that comes with writing creatively! By simply 'pushing back' and walking away, man

It’s one of those days. Or maybe it’s been one of those years. You look at the paper, or computer screen. Nothing. You may be on deadline. You may just want desperately to write something for yourself. Doesn’t matter – nothing is coming up. Maddening, isn’t it? Not the first time, right? And you just know there’s no way out. Well, maybe that’s not true, even though all the tricks you’ve tried before aren’t working today. You’re looking at this book because maybe, just maybe, there are some ideas that could blast you through that godforsaken wall.

Article Title: Is Your Attitude Right?

“Why Do You Really Want To Write?” Now there’s a question and a half! Have you ever sat down and really thought about this question? It’s so important to realise your underlying reason for writing. If you don’t, you will only be operating at a quarter of your potential. Let me give you an illustration… Let’s say that I placed a long beam on the floor and asked you to walk from one end to the other for a fiver. Would you do that? Of course you would. It’s easy. You’d be acr

Article Title: Sharing a Few New Thoughts on Spirituality (from my Notes) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: Spiritual Growth, Spirituality, Faith, Inspiration, Words of inspiration, "Spiritual Thoughts" . Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock (e-books) www.lulu.com/craiglock Craig’s blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22&t=post and http://craiglock.wordpress.comr

rnIf you want to learn to write articles that maintain the interest of your readers you want to avoid wandering from the intended topic too often. Your article writing efforts should always focus on the subject or point you're trying to make to the reader. By deviating from the main topic you risk confusing and losing the reader while also making the writing process more difficult. Let's face it writing articles can be challenging enough as it. By adding content that is meani

Writer's block occurs when we lose our train of thought or have seemingly run out of ideas. When this occurs it is only natural to increase your determination to get the writing process back on track. Actually this can make the situation worse since it introduces more pressure which further constricts your ability to develop new writing ideas. What to do? Here are 3 tips to use for idea generation or to recapture your train of thought when the writing process for you comes to

Every self employed person needs to learn how to write successful sales copy. Sales copy is a different style of writing. Just as I had to drop the academic boring writing to the more conversational writing you’re reading now...I had to learn to spice up writing when I wanted to sell something. For each product/service you would like to deliver to your customers, you’ll need to write a sales letter – start out with about 1,000 words, as you get practice, you can make them lon

Article Title: How to Make Your Wildest Dreams Come True - Fifteen Principles to Realise Them Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Dreams, Self Help, Personal Growth, Inspiration, Self Help Books, Personal Growth, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology, Motivation (enough there now) Web sites: www.lulu.com/craiglock and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig Craig's blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 + www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at:r

When marketing on the internet one of your very first priorities will be to establish some type of content development strategy. The reason for this is actually quite simple since you will find the need for engaging and useful information in many aspects of your online endeavors. Ranging from the emails you send out to websites you build or blog posts you publish, you will be using content to connect with, or attract others all the time. Continually creating fresh information

Learning how to write a blog post people who visit your site will enjoy is really not all that difficult! Actually composing something people find interesting to read involves applying a bit of awareness and common sense! From the beginning you must first realize that as a blogger you are also assuming the role of a content developer since you will be writing blog posts on a regular basis! It is therefore important to develop a strategy or locate a source that will help suppl

It must come as no surprise that there is a shift going on where, through a combination of approaches, some spiritual and some scientific, our understanding of ourselves as human beings and, more specifically, as humans in dynamic relationship with the rest of the beings on the planet is undergoing a positive (I hope) transformation. My profession as a book publishing consultant , where I guide idea makers to express themselves through books, has made me keenly aware of the p

We're in the process of reinvention - all the time - because we're evolving and changing - all the time. One of my favorite quotations is "I am not the same person I was yesterday." And then the quotatio I came up with several years ago after going through some intense life changes was "The who I am today cannot catch up with the who I am becoming." And if we own our own businesses, and our businesses change and evolve, too, then it's almost as if the reinvention speeds up or intensifies somehow.

This is a custom written essay on Management in 2010. The essay can be one of the best among custom essay writing services. You can comment on the quality of custom writing Management existed from the very ancient times. But management as a field of study is comparatively new. Management is multidisciplinary in nature. It is based on theories developed in various other disciplines like Sociology, Political Science, Economics, and Science Charles Babbage, Fayol, Taylor, Gilbre

Article Title: Sharing a Few Thoughts on Using the Immense Power of Words and Language Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Words, Writing Hints/Tips Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ and www.lulu.com/craiglock Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock22+ www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing

The core of your online presence is your website. Ensuring that your site is really working for you, meaning it engages, informs, develops relationships, flows well and promotes action, is vital to your online marketing success. Is your website a passive, pretty placeholder or worse yet ugly and useless? This question may seem harsh and at the same time it’s so important to really think of your website as a money engine for your business (you do have a website because you hope to get more business, right?). In order for that to happen, you must have several elements in place.

After you have decided on your books subject matter and chosen a prospective title and sub-title, it’s time to sit down and draw the outline for your book. It's best to create your outline before you begin to write. Authors easily get off track and lose focus on their real objectives. The ...

Article Title: Sharing Some More Information on Major Religions of the World: Islam - Are the Differences Between Muslim Shiites & Sunnis Major? Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Islam, religion, faith, beliefs, Shiites, Sunnis, spiritual unity Craig's new blog is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 and craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual wr

Article Title: The Principles of Success (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness') Category (key words): Success, Success Principles, Personal Growth, Self Help, Motivation, Mind, Mind Control, Mindpower, Sport, Sport Psychology, books, new books (enough there now, craig) Web Sites: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 https://www.xinxii.com/adocs.php?aid=16831 and https://authorcentral.amazon.com/gp/profile Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.htmlr

A SHORT "TRIBUTE" TO THE "LATE, GREAT" AYRTON SENNA: LIFE AT THE LIMIT: Submitter's Note: Craig is currently "working" on a new manuscript, a "real labour of love" titled 'INSIDE THE MIND OF A GRAND PRIX CHAMPION, where we'll take a look inside the head, the "top two inches" of the very best, the fastest racing driver ever on planet earth. This short extract forms part of a new manuscript titled 'Endless Possibilities, Far and Great Horizons' , which he's currently writing. * INTRODUCTION “Allow me to let you in to a little secret.

So you want to own a popular blog but are you willing to do what it takes to become one of the top blogging sites in your niche? Well your popularity begins with the blog topic you choose to write about since people must first have an interest in the subject matter you post! The fact is that people read blogs NOT out of loyalty to the blogger but rather for the information the site contains! The 'role' of the blogger is to continue creating content that is relevant and intere

Millions of American women loved Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat, Pray, Love. Chances are you're one of them. And although I am not a fan, I am constantly amazed at how it's become more of an inspirational, self-help phenomenon than just a memoir about a woman who gets divorced, goes on vacation, and finds another boyfriend. I work with people in the self-help industry-life coaches, spiritual healers, motivational speakers-and I spend a lot of time talking to people about the book they want to write.

When working online it is a common goal of many to improve efficiency quite simply because most internet marketers work alone! One area where people can really save some time is by curating content instead of always trying to create something new! The process is simply nothing more than 'gathering' information of relevance to your needs that has already been created by someone else! In fact if this isn't already part of your current content development strategy you need to re

If you want to get paid for writing this article is going to teach how to get started. You’ll learn what you can earn as a full time freelance writer as as what sort of content you’ll likely be writing as a writer. Being a full-time, or part-time, writer is fun, rewarding and can be very lucrative if you play it right. If you actually enjoy writing it’s a no-brainer that you get paid for writing in this industry because you can pay your bills, set your own hours, work f

Article Title: A "Review" of 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part Two) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", good books, inspirational books Web Site: Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing

Blog success can mean different things to different people and it all starts with what your motivation is for blogging in the first place! Despite what may motivate you however one thing is for sure, every successful blog needs plenty of return visitors for it to qualify as a success! Other than having readers continue to return, the way many bloggers judge the results of their efforts may tend to differ! The point is bloggers are motivated by different goals in their efforts

Remembering everything you read as a student is a very important part of one’s academic life. The memory requirements for youthful children are enormously higher than they are for grown-ups. We grown-ups have gathered enough knowledge to survive in our everyday life. On the other hand, a student needs to learn many useful things and study a lot to gain knowledge. To advance in your both academic and personal life it is essential to sharpen your memory, it will not only help you to remember your study, help you to improve your personal growth and quality of life.

Being a good blogger involves many acquired skills and chief amongst them is being able to write a blog post your readers will enjoy! Our focus here today however is going to be more on certain attributes you are going to need if your serious about getting involved in the business of blogging! Remember your blogs development will take time and the feedback you get will NOT always be what you want to hear so you'll need to be prepared for the journey ahead! Here are 3 attribut

Article Title: HOW to Create Your Own E-Book with Amazon Author: Craig Lock Category/(tags/key words): E-books, digital books, digital publishing, Amazon, Kindle Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com (Other articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 Personal growth, self help, writing, internetr

Article Title: The Mindset and Spirit of a Champion Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words/tags): Champion, motivation, inspiration, empowerment, sport, sport psychology, positive psychology, achievement, peak performance (enough there for now, craig!) Web sites: www.craigsbooks.wordpress.com http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html www.lulu.com/craiglock Craig’s blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 and http://craiglock.wordpress.com

Aside from the mere fact that watching films or movies is a great way to relieve stress and relax with our family, films can also serves as references or sources at times for our academic papers or scholarly documents. Citing the references in APA format is not an easy task. There are a lot of rules to follow mandated by American psychological Association (APA) and this is the reason why this article was written. As we all know, the most basic information that we could find i

One of the most difficult parts of writing a great screenplay is creating captivating dialogue. The primary reason is because dialogue is not real-life speech. It might sound like it when you hear it on the screen, but if you really focus on what the characters are saying you’ll realize screenplay dialogue is much more focused. With that in mind there are some very key elements to writing the kind of dialogue that can move a story along by creating the right atmosphere and

Curating content has fast become a highly acceptable way of delivering relevant information to your readers online! For marketers using content on the internet, which is basically ALL of them, it's much more efficient to gather and share interesting reading material as oppose to creating it all the time! For those using this strategy it's wise to identify sources from where they can find relevant information for their needs! Below are 3 inexhaustible sources for marketers usi

The other day I was talking to a woman who was frustrated by the fact that she'd given her friend the first three chapters of her book to read and offer feedback, and weeks later her friend still hadn't read the pages. This was the woman's first book and she hadn't written anything since high school. A few different scenarios could have happened here. First of all, her friend could have not read the pages because she's busy or uninterested or whatever. Or maybe her friend read them, thought they were bad, and didn't want to compromise the friendship by saying so.

For just about anybody who spends time on the internet learning any new tips for writing is probably of the most benefit to them. This is simply because the vast majority of communications is done through written text. Now for anybody marketing on the internet using content for promotional purposes is common therefore developing more effective writing skills is almost mandatory! Here are 5 tips to help you become more effective writing content that can be easily read and unde

Article Title: A “REVIEW” OF THE BOOK 'Three Wishes: Palestinian and Israeli Children Speak' Shared by Craig Lock Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://breakdownwalls.wordpress.com/ http://israeliandpalestinianchildren.wordpress.com/b http://palestinianandisraelichildren.wordpress.com/stories-of-hope/feed/ and all the rest at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com

When creating content online always remember that every reader has a different definition of what 'value' means to them! When writing content it is unrealistic to expect to be 'all things to all people' but on the other hand you do want to compose something you know others will have an interest in reading! The point here is you can't expect to please everybody all the time but by changing up your content delivery you should be able to appeal to a broader audience! The deliver

Article Title: Sharing a few Quotations/Thoughts on HOPE (an extract from the new novel 'Stirling' ) Category (key words): Hope, New books, Stirling, Quotations, Inspirational Quotes, Thoughts, “Inspiration, Spiritual", Inspirational Writings. Web sites: http://craigsbooks.wordpress.com/ and http://newbooksbycraiglock.wordpress.com/ The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at:r

Article Title: Sharing Some of My Favourite Quotations (from my Notes) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: Inspiration, Inspirational Quotations, Words of inspiration/upliftment, "Spiritual Thoughts", Spiritual Growth, Spirituality, Faith, Hope . Web sites: https://www.xinxii.com/asresults.php?s4=craig+lock&sid=1 http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock www.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books/74-craigs-books + www.lulu.com/craiglock

Article Title: What is Success (from 'The Winning Mind)? Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Success Principles, Motivation, Inspiration, Sports Psychology, Sport, Mind, Mind Control, Positive Thinking and Positive Psychology (enough there now, craig!) Web Site: Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal gr

Technical Writing has been a passion of mine for years. I actually started out as a Help Desk support person documenting technical instructions for employees and new hires, and then moved onto project work documenting programming code and technical specifications for larger projects. I’ve also written a course for a local community college in my area and taught it as well. I wanted to share some of my insights from this course since so many participants found it helpful. Th

Entrepreneurs have invented and devised many strategies to promote their businesses over the Internet. Writing articles to publish them on the Internet is effective strategy to spread a word about the business. Businesspersons strive to create well-knit and interesting articles on topics related to their enterprise. They write on topics on particular subjects of interest to the prospective customers on the Internet. An article should be an interesting reading as well as searc

If you're marketing your books online, then you've probably heard of Twitter. It was all the rage last year in social media, and millions of people have joined this micro-blogging community. Maybe you even started a profile page and sent out a tweet or two. If so, that's great. And if you've been avoiding it for one reason or another, it might be time to try it out. Why? With millions of people tweeting every day, it's a huge source of potential readers for your book. It's easy to get followers and it's a great way to interact with your reading audience.

Article Title: How to Write Creatively - "Write Rite" Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, How to Write Creatively, Writing Hints/Tips, Creative Writing Course, Writing Course, Online Writing Course, Imagination, Creative Imagination (enough there for now, craig!) Web Site: http://www.creativekiwis.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981r

Creating original and memorable characters can set a screenplay apart from the pack. Strong characters can help to capture the imagination of viewers and hold their interest long after the movie has ended. And because too often movies wind up filled with the same, stereotypical people that viewers have seen time and time again, they can offer writers an opportunity to stretch beyond the everyday. Now this doesn’t mean that every screenplay should be filled with odd balls an

Article Title: Sharing Some Uplifting, Empowering and Inspirational Thoughts (from My Notes – Part Two) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Quotations, Thoughts, “Inspiration, Spiritual”, Inspirational Writings. Web sites: https://www.xinxii.com/asresults.phps4=craig+lock&sid=1&osCsid=7d30atm8g... http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock (e-books) http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html and www.lulu.com/craiglockr The submitter’s blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, booksr

Article Title: The Seven Steps to Abundance (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness') Author: Craig Lock Category/Subject: Spiritual, Inspiration, Empowerment, Success, Success Principles, Personal Growth, Self Help, Motivation, Mind, Mind Control, Mindpower, books, self help books, (enough there now, craig) Web Sites: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 https://www.xinxii.com/adocs.php?aid=16831 and https://authorcentral.amazon.com/gp/profile

Article Title: Sharing Some Uplifting, Empowering and Inspirational Thoughts (from My Notes) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Quotations, Thoughts, “Inspiration, Spiritual”, Inspirational Writings. The submitter’s blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com Web sites: www.craigsbooks.wordpress.com and www.lulu.com/craiglock Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981r

Article Title: Sharing Some Thoughts about Life on Death (by Dr Martin Luther King, Jnr) Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Martin Luther King, Dr Martin Luther King Jnr, death, inspirational quotes, empowerment, purpose of life, life purpose, spirituality, leadership (enough there now, craig) Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://newbooksbycraiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981r

Article Title: A "Review" of The Book 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part One) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", good books, inspirational booksr Craig's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 and http://craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981r

Sharing what you know in a book helps everyone. But if you have a business to run, a job to do, or a household to maintain, then putting off writing a book is easy-even if you really want to become a published author. Writing a book takes time, plus there are costs involved in getting it done right. Sometimes it's easier just to keep doing what you're doing. But that's no fun-and it's no way to grow as a person and professional, either. If you've been procrastinating writing your book, consider the following benefits of getting it done. 1.

As we all know, writing an academic document is really a challenging job. It is indeed very hard to start and complete any kind of scholarly document especially when there are no references that we can utilize or if there’s no help from other writers and scholars. It will be amazing if one can come up with an entirely unique and original literary piece. However, if you think that this is something impossible to accomplish, or it is necessary for you to borrow some ideas fro

As a blogger you'll likely always be looking for ways to improve your writing simply because better content helps you get more traffic! On the other hand over time you're bound to lack ideas for something to blog about due primarily to the frequency with which you write! This can become a real problem unless you take measures to overcome the periodic and inevitable writers block! Here are 3 quick tips to help you develop new ideas so you can write better content thus enabling

To increase your exposure to the media, you should write an ebook and post it free on sites such as articlebase.com, goarticles.com or ezinearticles.com. By posting an article as a free ebook, you can easily start getting a scope for viewership to a plethora of people from various countries all across the globe. That would never be possible by publishing any paperback or hardcover book. The free ebook will enable you to reach out to a targeted audience by using the right and

The world is moving at a very fast pace. After a good night’s sleep, you wake up the next morning only to know to your horror that the trends in the market have changed overnight and your business will probably get washed away by the wave of competition. Then, the marketplace has increased manifold, courtesy the internet. Almost all the businesses need to have an online presence to reach out to their prospective customers. Having said that, creating a website and taking it

Coming up with ideas for creative writing is a valuable asset and something most any good blogger is able to do to keep their platform alive! The key is to first recognize that developing content for your blog is something that may get tougher to do as time goes by! Even though your writing ability typically improves over time, without any good ideas to write about you'll find yourself at a standstill! This can be especially 'ticklish' for bloggers since their craft depends u

What is a paraphrase? Paraphrase is to take up in one's own words the ideas of an author. Like the quote, she supports her ideas. It allows, however, to present the ideas of an author without using the same words. By integrating directly with the text, it facilitates reading. It is particularly useful in cases where the terms used by the author do not appear adequate for what we want to demonstrate. But, in any case, when paraphrase is used, never forget to refer to the docum

Have something to say, and say it as clearly as you can. That is the only SECRET. ~ Matthew A old, English Poet If you’ve seen the movie, “The Secret,” as have millions around the globe, you are more than likely thrilled that the “Secret” is out. As a practitioner in the self-growth industries, you have probably known the “Secret” for years and perhaps you apply it in your practice. You’ve been helping others with your specialized skills that heal on the mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical levels.

Article Title: Everything Happens for a Reason ... (Or Does It?) Author Name: Craig Lock Key Words: Spirituality, Philosophy, Faith, Hope, Meaning of Life, Thoughts on Life and the Meaning of It Web Sites: www.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books/74-craigs-books http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock + www.lulu.com/craiglock The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 and http://craiglock.wordpress.com

When working on the internet you will need to develop your writing ability in order to help you increase your exposure online! Building websites, posting to blogs or even circulating content are very effective ways to make your presence known and great ways to increase sales! This particular strategy however also presents those occasional times when you encounter writers block which can stop you in your tracks! The purpose of our discussion here today is to examine 3 common b

The female market is the fastest growing, largest segment of consumers worldwide with money and buying power. And they cross over into almost EVERY brand. Check this out … Women today represent the majority of the online market. According to Mindshare/Ogilvy & Mather, when it comes to women and their digital habits … - 22% shop online at least once a day - 92% pass along information about deals or finds to others - 171: average number of contacts in their email or mobile l

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." * THE LAWS OF LIFE: Twenty-One Universal Laws and Spiritual Truths" (from Inspirational Books) "Our minds can shape the way a thing will be, because we act according to our expectations ...and that's why it shapes our reality." INTRODUCTIONr

How to become a book reviewer you ask? Well that is easy. Let me tell you how to become a book reviewer. First, you need a book. Not any book either. I recommend a book you love something that moves your heart positively or negatively. You need to be emotional in your review. Not enough to make people feel uncomfortable, but they need to feel your review as if they were reading the book as well. Connecting with the reader is the number one way to be a quality book reviewer. I

Article Title: Live Your Dream through overcoming Obstacles and Never Ever Quit (from "Inspirational Books") Submitted by: Craig Lock Category/Subject: Inspiration, inspirational books, inspirational writing, success, npersonal growth, motivation, persistence, dreams. Web Sites: ...

Content marketing is a very effective marketing strategy that many use, with great success, when developing a business on the internet! Publishing content with relevance to your business is a great way to build credibility and trust with readers! The development of the actual reading material that's the product of your efforts is what is the focus of our discussion here today! Here are the 3 main stages involved in creating and publishing content you can use for developing a

The foundation of a successful dissertation lies behind a chosen topic and how well a writer has expressed the problem statement and findings in the document. If a writer fails to express that well, then no matter how noteworthy results have he found, his document may lead to disapproval. In order to shun such situation, some things should be regarded in mind – 1. Prepare a proper structure – A proper planning prior to get on writing a dissertation always leads you to a s

Article Title: "Say 'YES' to your Potential" (a book by Skip Ross) Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, success principles, motivation, empowerment, mind, mind power, life purpose, spiritual, spiritual gifts, inspiration, Skip Ross Web Sites: http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock www.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books/74-craigs-books www.lulu.com/craiglock The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 and http://craiglock.wordpress.com nr

One of the best online promotional strategies you can learn is how to write an article that will generate plenty of traffic for your business or purpose. Article marketing is a very effective strategy used by most online entrepreneurs but it only works if your article is structured properly. Now this structure I am referring to will not take much effort but it is important to be familiar with it so that when you write articles it will not be in vain. Let's look at 5 key areas

Ever want to write a funny book or a humor column? Or add spice to your newsletter editor or web page so that people read beyond the typical drivel that sends otherwise eager-to-spend customers into a boredom-induced coma?nnHere are my top ten favorite humor tools for you, along with real live examples from my own humor column.nn Threading a theme through the text. nnAre you into practical jokes? Try sewing a single thread of bright red wool across Uncle Henry's new green gol

Think of each breath. In any given moment, as long as we are living, we are in the state of either exhaling or inhaling; natural breathing occurs without any sticks, stitches or catches. Now think for a moment about the point of motion in between the two phases of breath, the point after you are done inhaling and begin to exhale, or the point when you are finished exhaling and begin to inhale. Imagine that the breath itself were visible, and that you could see how it swirls as it is brought into the lungs. Do you see how that activity never ceases?

If you are a student, the thing about writing essays is that you put down ideas straight from your head, meaning it is a good opportunity for you to shine with your unique ideas without having to worry if someone else has the same content as you do. However, as time goes by, you will need to keep writing quality content and get better with every essay. So, how do you move from great to brilliant, then over to writing a masterpiece? 1. Your IntroductionrnHow you introduce your

Content curation is becoming more popular and widely accepted as a viable means to create some really good reading material online! The 'former' attitude that finding content on the internet and using it 'as is' is unethical and is quickly fading into the past! The fact of the matter is that this 'process' actually helps give people a better understanding of some of the information already found online! Let's have a closer look at the process involved when finding content alr

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." * What is success? I am not going to try to define success. I think a precise definition is impossible!. Is it winning a Gold Medal at the Olympic Games or winning Wimbledon, or being awarded a Nobel prize? What else? I believe personal success could be anything at all - it does not have to involve public recognition. Who is more successful? A millionaire who is unhappy, or an unnoticed person, who has led a simple, quiet, sincere and happy life?

Dear friends today's article is all about the two ways of conducting any research topic, and since this is the basic module of any dissertation writing I thought it would be very engaging and knowledgeable to share it amongst all the students who are currently in the beginning of writing their dissertation. Since I too have had the opportunity to write a dissertation, I am very well aware of the difference between the two, each dissertation comprises of both quantitative and

According to PBS Frontline, there are over one million mentally ill inmates who will be released from prison in the United States within the next 18 months; the majority of these will not be able to function outside of a supervised environment, and will therefore be rearrested, after either ...

Article Title: Head Injury: A Practical Guide: YOU ARE AN EXPERT ALREADY Author: Trevor Powell Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): head injury, brain injury, neuro-psychology, Web site: http://www.headway.org.ukr Other articles on this subject are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 Publishing Guidelines: I hope that the following piece may be informative to others (with acknowledgment to Trevor Powell and Headway, please (http://www.headway.org.uk).

Good sales copy reaches out and touches the needs of the reader. The ability of a copywriter to address what it is a person is looking for helps them establish a connection with their readers. In doing so it makes their copy writing efforts all the more effective since the person is now more intrigued with the copy in front of them. Being able to touch upon any trigger points that captures a readers attention allows a copywriter to more effectively deliver their message. Sinc

Article Title: The Law (and Power) of Belief Author: Craig Lock (Eagle Productions Books) Category: Belief, faith, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Laws Spirituality Web Site: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig) Craig's new blog (with extracts from his various writ

The traditional role of a copy writer has long been considered that of knowing how to write persuasive sales copy. With the 'birth' of the internet it seems a copywriter must take on additional responsibilities in order for their sales copy to be effective. The internet presents an fast pace environment filled with distractions. It is this pace and these distractions that a copywriter must contend with when presenting their content to readers. People tend to scan more than th

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." HOW TO MAKE A MILLION - THINK LIKE A MILLIONAIRE (PART THREE) ** Introduction: This short piece is written in point form from notes that I have collected over the years from an excellent book 'HOW TO THINK LIKE A MILLIONAIRE AND GET RICH' by Howard E. Hill (published by Parker Publishing Company, Inc).

“The Universe provides us with two wells to dip into: fear and love. What one do you draw from to create your life? Your answer to this question is critical because thought is the first part of creation. As we think, we create; and therefore, our lives are the reflection of our thinking on ...

Article Title: Sixteen Dynamic Inspiring Qualities of Leadership (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness') Shared by: Craig Lock Category (Key words: Leadership, Self Help, Self Help Books, Personal Growth, Success, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology, Motivation (enough there now) Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter's blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress

In recent past articles, I wrote about "Why Should I Write a Book or Ebook," "What Should I Write About," "Who Is My Ideal Reader?," and "The Cure for a Common Case of Writer's Block." Next in this sequence, I wanted to offer some straight tips about how to write that book or ebook. Or basically how do you download your brain onto the page? This is a common issue I find with new writers; they either don't have the confidence or know-how to tackle the overwhelming idea of writing a book!

A major 'tool' use to increase sales online is advertising copy which is used to not only attract but also to persuade. Obviously the role copy plays in online sales strategies is a significant one therefore it is important when writing copy to know how to connect with your readers. Two obstacles any advertising copy will have to contend with online are the distractions the internet offers readers and the skepticism most people generally possess. This is where targeting the e

When blogging your keyword use is just as important for getting you more exposure online as the content you offer on the site itself! Although a good blogger is mindful to write in a way everybody understands they can also attract more traffic by using keywords effectively! Here are 3 enormous benefits your blog can enjoy by simply using keywords of relevance in every post you publish to the platform! Increases Visibility Besides composing interesting to read content every go

Most popular blogs understand the importance of impressing upon visitors why their site should be viewed as a credible source! In many cases one of the first things people do upon landing on any site is to look at the 'about' page to determine what they can expect! Although this page is often viewed as a mere 'bio' of the blog writer, it is actually so much more! In fact if the about page does NOT place focus on the readers themselves it will likely be ineffective and visitor

THE BIBLE: THE SIMPLEST AND BEST * SELF HELP BOOK IN THE WORLD * Also best-selling THE OLD TESTAMENT: THE PROPHETS Just sharing a few uplifting thoughts from my studies and notes (as well as my in depth discussions with my good friend, "The Prophet and Prayer-Warrior" Introduction: The Prophets, Haggai , Zechariah and Malachai all inspired a proper (and positive) attitude in worship. God's Infinite Love prepares hearts for a true relationship with God. HAGGAI THE PROPHET

Okay, you're finished with your first draft. Congratulations-that in itself is a big accomplishment. However, don't celebrate for too long because all first drafts need a good clean-up before they're ready for the reading world. When it comes to self-editing, writers often struggle for a number of reasons-they can't view their writing objectively, they have no idea what to look for, and they become frustrated when the work isn't perfect, just to name a few.

Many professional writers find the act of writing to be an afterthought, an anticlimax after all the work has been done. The words seem to flow by themselves after thoughts are organized, angles decided, and the tools are in place. Well yippee for them. Most in the corporate realm that have been tasked with blogging for their businesses don't have that experience or discipline. Here are four ways to make it easier: * Create your own space. Maya Angelou famously uses a non-des