There's a craze this time of year to write down a list of resolutions and "I will do this...be this...stop this..." But interestingly, most resolutions don't last very long. If I really had a goal that was important to me, wouldn't I start it now instead of waiting until January 1?…

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills We feel like kids at Christmas. It’s hard to concentrate when parties, caroling, and fun are on the calendar. The festivities zap our time and minds, making it difficult for a blogger to concentrate on writing exceptional blogs. Not only would we rather be baking cookies…

by Matthew Brough, @mbrough I sat down to plan out an eleven-week sabbatical. I’ve been a pastor for thirteen years and I needed a break. I knew, as well, that for at least a few weeks, I needed to get away from home, and I needed something to focus on.…

by Alycia W. Morales     @AlyciaMorales As Christmas nears and we become too busy to think properly, it can be easy to forget our social media posts. Rather than drop the ball, I've come up with a list that will hopefully help you create simple and quick posts to provide your…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson It’s easy to get discouraged in the writing industry. It’s a tough business, and as they say on Project runway, “One day you’re in, and one day you’re out.” So what’s a writer to do? [tweet_box design="default" float="none" inject="- @EdieMelson on @BRMCWC #writing"]19 Things to remember…

by Bethany Jett, @BetJett Four years ago, I wouldn't have considered myself an early adopter of anything, much less someone who was "relevant." I'm more the "wait-and-see what happens" type of person. I'd rather learn from what someone else is doing than jump two feet in and make a mistake.…