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Stop Leading Like an Amateur: The Shift to Professional Leadership

Amateurs are inconsistent, waiting for inspiration to strike, and often let distraction, fear and self-doubt stop them from doing the work. In contrast, professional writers approach their work with discipline and consistency—showing up daily, taking deliberate action, following a clear plan, and maintaining a proactive mindset. They don’t wait for inspiration to strike, they write consistently, knowing that inspiration comes from the act of writing.

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