The Quiet Quotient

The ‘Experience Economy’ for Writers - Why Knowing Your Audience is Only Step One

In a world where customers increasingly value experiences over products, writers have to go beyond simply "knowing the audience." Today, it’s not enough to know basic demographics or general interests. Instead, writers must create experiences—stories, articles, and content that don't just inform but engage, entertain, and emotionally connect with readers. Connect with me:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hansen-b67412169/

Stop Comparing. Start Writing.

If you’re a writer, one of the quickest ways to grind your craft to a halt is by comparing yourself to others. Every era has its Hemmingway's, its Didion's, its Murakami's. There will always be people who, on paper, seem to be writing circles around you, landing the best deals, getting the most attention, or producing prose that looks flawless. But when did writing become a competition? Here’s the reality: it didn’t. The only writer you’re really up against is yesterday’s version of yourself.Connect with me:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hansen-b67412169/

Attention Economy Hacks - Writing to Captivate the Modern Reader

Here’s the reality: we live in an age of skimming, not reading. In the attention economy, every scroll, click, and second counts. Your content isn’t just competing against other articles or posts; it’s up against every app notification, email, and dopamine hit a reader could get. If your writing doesn’t captivate in the first few seconds, it’s gone—swiped past, forgotten.Connect with me:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hansen-b67412169/

The Power of the Pause - Writing Commas Into Life’s Chaos

In writing, the comma doesn’t get much credit. It’s not as dramatic as a period or as decisive as an exclamation mark. But this tiny pause keeps sentences from spiraling into chaos. Without it, thoughts collide, readers lose focus, and the message gets lost. Life works the same way. Without moments to pause, our days become overwhelming streams of tasks, demands, and noise.Connect with me:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hansen-b67412169/

Crafting Success - How Small Business Mirrors Great Writing

Running a small business is like crafting a great story. At first, the blank page—your idea—feels full of potential. You’re the author, editor, and publisher all at once, shaping every chapter and deciding how your narrative unfolds. But success in business, like in writing, isn’t about inspiration alone. It’s about structure, persistence, and knowing how to adapt your plot when the story takes unexpected turns.Connect with me:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hansen-b67412169/

Interest vs. Commitment - The Key to Long-Term Success

Interest is cheap. It's the candy aisle of life – tempting, satisfying for a moment, but fleeting. Commitment, on the other hand, is the grueling aisle at the gym. No applause, no glamour, just a quiet struggle that, over time, builds something lasting. A key difference between interest and commitment is simple: skin in the game.Connect with me:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hansen-b67412169/

Step By Step Of Writing A Final Draft

Episode 16 -  Step By Step Of Writing A Final DraftFollow Me Here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hansen-b67412169/

Who Is The Antagonist In A Story?

Episode 15 - Who Is The Antagonist In A Story?Follow me here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hansen-b67412169/

There Is No Write Or Wrong

When you write, there's no exact right or wrong way to do it. It's like drawing or painting – everyone has their own style and ideas.Follow Me Here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hansen-b67412169/

Sketch Comedy And Quality Laughs

Sketch comedy is a type of funny performance where short scenes, or sketches, are acted out. These scenes are usually quick, lasting only a few minutes, and they're meant to make people laugh.Follow Me Here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hansen-b67412169/