I’m interviewing 30 CMOs for my book, CMOs at Work. Here’s a sneak peek at the process and what I’ve learned from it.
What Software Do I Use To Help Me Write?
Having written 200+ articles for Mashable, Techcrunch, Forbes, and more, what software do I use to help me do it all? You might be surprised.
How I Got My First Book Deal
I just got a contract with an established publisher to write my first book. Yes, I will receive a cash advance. Yes, I will receive royalties. Here’s how it all happened.
How Reading Made Me A Better Writer
In answer to a reader’s request for advice on how to become a better writer, at first I was going to tell him “Write. A lot.” But then I realized it wasn’t writing that helped me become a writer.
How To Guarantee Yourself More Writing Ideas
Need to write articles or blog posts, but find yourself struggling to come up with good ideas? Here’s a single tip I guarantee will make a huge difference, or your money back.
How to Become a Forbes Writer
Want to become a writer at Forbes? Here’s how I did it, and the tips I give to anyone who asks how they can too.
One Year Of Writing For Forbes
One year ago today I published my first post on the Forbes website, detailing some of my experiences as an entrepreneur. I had no idea how writing for Forbes would change my life. In looking back, it’s hard to believe how much has happened in one short year. Before anything else, I’d like to thank…
What Is It Like As A Writer To Shop An Article Around?
I recently had the experience of shopping an article around to several publications and if you’re a writer, or have ever wanted to get an article published in a mainstream publication, you might find it instructive. The article was just published on VentureBeat, and is about a new online service called FeedPress, which is a…
How Being A Forbes Contributor Works
I became a Forbes contributor in early 2013 and have written over 160 articles for the publication. Here are answers to frequently asked questions about how the contributor program works.
Some Observations After Two Weeks Writing For Forbes
My first article on Forbes went live two weeks ago. To clarify the arrangement I am a “contributor” not a staff writer. That means it’s not a job, and I don’t get paid. There is a contract, however, although it mainly covers ethics and general rules. There are no specifics about how often I will…