http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Charles+Jacobs Business Charles Jacobs Sun, 19 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=371815&ca=Business The benefits of writing a book or even an article can be enormous for businesspersons and for their company or professional practice. Too few think of themselves as authors despite the fact that they have knowledge that can be of great value to others. In the current economic slowdown sales are toug... Writing Charles Jacobs Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=318983&ca=Writing It’s been more than half a year since you retired. The novelty of free time is wearing off and you find yourself lonely for your old work buddies. You miss those lively conversations over lunch or a business dinner, and feel your mind getting a bit sluggish. For the first three months or so of your... Writing Charles Jacobs Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=270855&ca=Writing It’s so easy to start up and doesn’t cost a penny. Thousands are doing it…many of them retirees…and having the time of their lives. How about you? First, let’s lay to rest the principal myths that are holding you back: • I don’t have the technical skills or knowledge • It probably costs more than I... Writing Charles Jacobs Sun, 06 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=270313&ca=Writing Whether you’re a teenager eager to become an author or someone a bit older who chose to retire and write, there is little to compare to the thrill of seeing your byline in your favorite magazine or your name on the cover of a book. That may sound like the impossible, but it’s within the grasp of any... Writing Charles Jacobs Sun, 06 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=270316&ca=Writing Your research is almost done. Just the dreaded interviews with two experts remain before you start writing your article or book. Like so many other writers, you quiver at the thought of interviewing. I’m not really sure why, but that fear of a one-on-one exchange intimidates almost all novice writer... Writing Charles Jacobs Sun, 06 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=270335&ca=Writing You struggled for months to hone your new book to a level of perfection that would please even the pickiest literary agent or publisher. But when you proudly offered your masterpiece to the market, you struck out. Some first time authors have broken the barrier and found a publisher, but you haven't... Writing Charles Jacobs Sat, 05 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=270356&ca=Writing Long before your retiring, you dreamed of becoming a writer. You’re not alone. The Gallup Organization found that 81% of mature adults dream of writing a book. You’ve never attempted more than the basic writing required by your career—letters, perhaps a report, even a grant application. Now at last,... Writing Charles Jacobs Sun, 13 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=243331&ca=Writing The Gallup pollsters tell us that 81% of mature adults long to write a book. 14,000 Seniors and Boomers polled by Eons.com web site chose writing as one of their most cherished life dreams. What’s your dream? A memoir for loved ones? The novel you’ve always dreamed of crafting? Are you intrigued by... Writing Charles Jacobs Sun, 13 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=243335&ca=Writing Self confidence is an essential ingredient in building a wanna-be writer’s success. Young writers have energy and enthusiasm and hopefully the ability to succeed in this challenging field. Retirees bring a lifetime of experience and professional knowledge to the task. Harnessing any of those attribu... Writing Charles Jacobs Sat, 23 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=227208&ca=Writing In a highly competitive arena like publishing, novice authors, whether retired seniors or younger start-ups, don’t have the luxury of time as they strive to become recognized as experts in their chosen field. It’s important to begin establishing your reputation as quickly as possible. This is one pl...