Tip #4 from How to Increase Your Chances of Publication

I share this tip again and again because I find this a really rewarding way towards publication. If you’re a part of writers’ groups (or at least, writing partnerships), you’ll get loads of benefits including getting “leads” and valuable feedback on your work.

When I first met Aileen Suquila-Santos, a very good writing (and now, all-around) friend, I was only working on a couple of paid writing gigs. So, she told me about the gigs she’s working on at the time and encouraged me to submit. I did the same with her. Now, almost every gig she got, I got it too. And vice versa. Now, is that a great way to find more publishing stints or what?

But, that’s just one example. I’ve created several writing and teaching opportunities by networking as well. So, go ahead and look at your existing network and see who can help you in your writing life. If there’s no one, see if someone can introduce you to someone else.

Of course, one quick way to get around networking is by joining writers groups.

Your Assignment: If you’re not a member of any writing group just yet, go and find one today. You may want to start with your local writers groups and/or you may consider taking part in my online writers’ group. Zero-in on about one or two writing buddies that you may want to get to know on a more personal level. The friendships you’ll find along the way may or may not get you published, but the rewards you’ll get from such relationships are priceless.