
Writing is a Blue-Collar Job
A big reason writers seem to struggle is that they perceive writing as a different type of job than it really is. Many writers look at writing as a white-collar job. A white-collar job is the type of work that is professional, typically done in an office, and focuses on leadership and administration. You rarely get your hands dirty with manual labor. A blue-collar job, on the other hand, is more hands-on and focuses on trades. Plumbing, construction, retail, and foodservice are good examples of blue-collar jobs. Life gets a lot easier when you understand that professional writing is a…
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