Recently, I began work on the second edition of the book Perfect Phrases for the Sales Call. As the name implies, it provides phrases salespeople can use to increase their effectiveness. The first edition, which was written by my father in 2006, has been so successful that the publisher asked us to revise it. I was selected for the task.
It’s only one of several work-related projects (classes start again tomorrow) I’m facing now. But it’s amazing just how much more it drives my focus than the others. It seems like literally every article, blog-post, or chapter I read has some value to the work I’m doing on the book. When you’re so focused on an in-depth task (like writing a book), it’s hard to stop thinking about it.
I recall that when my Dad was writing books, he would wake up and write. He would go to the office and write. He would come home, write, and go to bed. Now I understand why — and this isn’t even completely original work, it’s just a revision!
I’m really enjoying the work. It’s fulfilling to invest myself so completely in something. In fact, I’m already beginning to mull-over some ideas for another book. You’ll have to stay tuned to see what’s coming next!
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