Just seen your comment about our posts. Really lovely to hear such things. Not sure how I motivate anyone, though. I’m sure I must have people reaching for the Prozac at times Still, greatly appreciated. BTW, your reasons for writing are spot on, and pretty much cover what I think myself. Good stuff. Cheers for now.

Man I hardly know what to say. It’s obvious to me that you inspire because this comment reply you sent is totally inspiring. Talk about doing something for all of the right reasons. I think that citing family tells me just about all I need to know.

Good on you for leaving a job that wasn’t working. A lot of folks don’t figure this out until it is way too late.

Your story is a monument to anyone who wants to take control and freelance write, Steve. Thanks for sharing this glimpse into your world. I’m glad to have seen it.

George

Well, I’m at the bookstore on a bright, Sunday morning, and I’ve just completed the above.

My motivations for becoming a freelance writer far outweigh staying at my old job because “being responsible” is the right thing to do.

Here you go:

1) I enjoy working by myself — my last few yeares at my old job, I worked by myself on weekends. When my company told me that I’d have to work day or night shift during the week — on shifts with others who were there to “be responsible” — I knew it was time to get out

2) I was bored on my job; there was no fullfillment. Laziness and lack of worth had long ago set in.

3) Be my own boss. I was tired of listening to a boss tell me what to do — especially on na job I was bored doing

4) I wanted to be closer to my family, and working (for the most part) out of my home allows that

5)I’ve always loved the written word; was always fascinated by it. To join the masses now creating it is wonderful.

6) Love getting paid for my writing — and that pay amount RIGHT NOW is better than last.

7)To inspire people — As I have now become a “writer” instead of “a computer operator who writes part-time,” it’s amazing the amount of people who approach me for advice, thank me at writer’s workshops, or just plain tell me that I inspire them to accomplish THEIR dream. George, is there anything better or more important?

For my wife and daughter — Even though myu family says I get angry and frustrated at times, you can tell that there is a pride there. My daughter is now a freelancer, and we often come to each other for advice. My wife does my marketing and proofreading, and she has been an invaluable help.

In closing, thank you for this exercise, and thank you for your posts. I every week look forward to reading what you and Mark have to write. All of it makes me think very deeply and. most of all, motivates me.

George, I’m not the world’s best writer or businessman. My first full-time year I made writing and financial mistakes galore, and some days (I won’t lie) I lovingly question my sanity.

And THEN I recall where I was, and my reasons for going this route to being with, and realize that there is no other place I’d rather be.

I’m never giving up. I’m a freelance writer.

Steve

Will do. Friday or Saturday will probably be THE day.

Steve

Cool. Let us know what you come up with, I’d be interested in hearing.

George

George:

Not a bad idea.

I think all writers have to do this on occasion, and the time has definitely come for me to do so.

Steve