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Starting always seems to be the hardest part. No matter what kind of beginning you’re facing—an academic paper, a blog, the first draft of a book, a business report, or even a new chapter in life—starting is a daunting task fraught with expectations, fears of inadequacy, and the worries of not knowing where it will lead.
Whether you’re an author looking for a collaborator, a business looking for a brand communicator, or a ministry looking to reach hearts, working with words can be a vulnerable process. But knowing what to expect alleviates some of the pressure and help you work efficiently with the writers in your life.
For most writers I know, the muse is a loved enemy, a hated friend, an enigma. Just when you need inspiration—say, at the eleventh hour of a deadline— the muse is nowhere near. And when you least need it—say, at the eleventh hour at night— it’s present and shouting. But what if I told you that you can actually train the muse to show up when you need it to? I discovered this out of necessity, and it changed my life.
