How to be successful: 17 tips from Stephen King

How to be successful? On this very sore subject there are lots of posts and books. But people do not stop to write more and more, and every time they have something to add. Each contributes to, based on their own experience. The same rule for different people work in different ways, each with its own point of view and the angle at which he looks at the rule. Stephen King - one of the greatest writers who so clearly expresses his thoughts, that the picture comes to life itself and, reading his book, you like watching a movie. I think that his treatment is really worth a look.

In his book «On Writing» (On Writing), Stephen King talks about his work, about how you can become a professional in the business. And these tips are applicable not only to write books. Many of them are universal.

Lesson 1. Do what you love

I would paraphrase it as "love your job", as in times of crisis any work - it is a good idea. But in this phrase the writer has put more than just a positive attitude to their work:

For me, more work - this is when I'm not doing anything. When I write - I rest, for me it's a game ...

This rule is found everywhere, but to follow it the hardest. That is, until your work will not be for you rest, you need to move on. If you realize, of course. Let me remind you that most of us work 5-6 and sometimes 7 days a week, and if the work turns into hard labor, the life you will have a hard, hard labor.

Lesson 2. Practice, practice, practice

To achieve success, you need a lot of practice in what you're doing. I think that our standard "study, study, study", which was hammered into our heads, do not always come in handy. The theory - it's good, but in practice - the main! And if you like the process of work, a lot of practice just bring you more fun and will bring more fruitful results.

Lesson 3. Be serious

Just in case you are serious about the work and the results you can achieve success. Some people who like their job, treat it as a hobby. As a result, it still remains a hobby, not bringing significant results. But success is achieved only by those who approach the issue of the work seriously.

Lesson 4. ignore the naysayers

If you write, someone always tries to make you feel like a loser, that's all.

Skeptics have always been an integral part of life, it is a fact. There will always be people who will spread your idea to the nines. Such people prove useless. Therefore, instead of spraying your precious energy on them, just ignore.

Lesson 5. Get support

Each person needs someone who will believe in success and will support. When there is someone who believes in you more than you do, you definitely will succeed.

Lesson 6. live performance

Would you like to become an ace in your work? Fill your life by what you do.

Lesson 7. Be consistent

I like to write 10 pages a day, each about 2 000 words. Only in extreme circumstances, I can afford to shut down the computer before you write 2000 words.

A good rule is suitable to any job. Set yourself a rule to perform not less than a certain amount each day.

Lesson 8. Learn other people's work

By learning how to work your colleagues, and especially people who have been successful in your industry, you have to learn from their positive experiences. This also can be attributed to "learn from the mistakes of others."

Lesson 9. study a market

In addition to studying the work of colleagues in the shop, you must also keep abreast of developments and innovations that are happening in your work. Buy magazines, subscribe to RSS thematic publications. Keep your finger on the pulse.

Lesson 10. Look for new ideas

Your job is not in the search. Here most important time to recognize them when they appear in front of your face. Keep your eyes wide open and your mind - open to everything new.

Lesson 11. save dynamics

Once I started working on the project. I did not stop and did not slow the pace until it was possible.

If a bit paraphrased, if you are the "word of the wave" - ​​do not stop until you're done! It will be done in one go. It is important to remember that the offer, you risk losing the subject and re-enter the state have to be difficult.

Lesson 12. Write your first draft as soon as possible

... I load directly on the paper that is in my head. I'm writing as fast as I can ...

Do not try to be perfect immediately in their work. Just scribble least rough outline of your work and, then adjust it.

Lesson 13. Get rid of unnecessary details

And exactly this point should be after 12. Ie a draft ready, completed and turned into the finish. But there should be more time to review everything and get rid of unnecessary details that only overload the project (book presentation, a building).

Lesson 14. Be your own first customer

I'm not only the creator of stories, but I'm also the first reader.

When you are the author of any work done, it is very difficult to look at it from another angle, the angle of the buyer. But it is very important, because then you will be able to notice the errors and correct them before they get to the actual customer. Self-criticism - it's pretty bad, the main thing to know the scope.

Lesson 15. Work not for the money

Dear, you are working for money? The answer is "no." Not now, and never worked... I never wrote a single word on paper with the thought of the money that I get for it.

Money - poor motivation. They force you to ignore the voice of the heart, and you can live someone else's life instead of his.

Lesson 16. Do business with pleasure

If you do your work with pleasure, it will not only help you to pass the difficult path to success, but also to fill the life itself.

Lesson 17. Do it for the enrichment of themselves and others

Writing - this is not a way to earn a lot of money or to become famous... It's about enriching the lives of those who read your work, as well as enriching your own life.

If you live a life that enriches the (spiritually, of course), but also the lives of people around you, then you live a great life.

And now a question to the readers! Does anyone of you stuck or adheres to the rules published on the Lifehacker.ru, how exactly and how long?