I noticed a trend from the last few years. I am more productive in the winter with my business. Last year, I made most of my year's earnings in the months of November and December.

Why is this? I know a lot of you experience the same thing - but I don't have kids that are home. My husband still works, as usual.

I have a few theories:  read more »

Don't you find that some days your productivity is greater than others, and that your prose either flows or appears to need a plumber?  read more »

Right now, I am cycling through my entire playlist on my MP3 player (I use Rhapsody.com and have the player designed for the system). But I noticed something strange... if I am listening to music while I work, it can only be classical - otherwise I won't be able to focus.

But my player has EVERYTHING. French Pop. Italian Pop. Spanish Pop. Turkish Pop. Classical. Flamenco. Indie.  read more »