Screenwriting : The 5 Traits of Successful Writers by Maurice Vaughan

Maurice Vaughan

The 5 Traits of Successful Writers

Gordy Hoffman talks about the five key characteristics of successful writers in this article:

Persistence, Confidence, Integrity, Humility, Patience

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The 5 Traits of Successful Writers
The 5 Traits of Successful Writers
Writers want success, but how do you define it? Is it writing enough to pay your bills? Is it writing to find an audience, regardless if you make enough money or not? Maybe you want to be famous or wi…
Debbie Elicksen

Maurice Vaughan I guess procrastination isn't one of the traits. How disappointing.

Maurice Vaughan

Haha Debbie Elicksen. Sadly, it's not. A lot of times when I procrastinate, I just have a quick mental pep talk and that gets me back to work.

Leonardo Ramirez

I would have added baking, Maurice Vaughan. As in pie. And for Debbie Elicksen I'd bake Procrastination Pie as long as she shares a bite. ;o)

Maurice Vaughan

I'm all for Procrastination Pie, Leonardo Ramirez.

Leonardo Ramirez

Ok cool, Maurice Vaughan. I'll make it soon. Very soon. When I get around to it. Later.

Maurice Vaughan

Ok, Leonardo Ramirez. Procrastination Pie with Lazy Whip.

Maurice Vaughan

Question for everyone: Are there any other key characteristics of successful writers?

Leonardo Ramirez

Haha! Lazy whip. Love that Maurice Vaughan. As far as other characteristics go, I’d say character. The ability to follow through on your word is gold.

Mark Deuce

Love this one Maurice Vaughan THANK YOU AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Maurice Vaughan

Character is a great key characteristic of successful writers, Leonardo Ramirez! When I get hired for a job, I like to ask for extra time (even if I can finish the job sooner) so if something comes up, I won't miss the deadline. That way I'll keep my word.

Maurice Vaughan

Thanks, Mark Deuce. You're welcome. Happy New Year!

Leonardo Ramirez

That’s a great way to manage deadlines, Maurice Vaughan! But aside from that, I have zero doubt that you’re a man of your word, my friend.

Soph

Thanks, Maurice. Happy New Year.

Maurice Vaughan

Thanks, Leonardo Ramirez!

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Soph. Happy New Year.

Nastaran Nouri

Maurice Vaughan , all true. Thanks for sharing!

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Nastaran Nouri. Have a happy New Year!

Allen (Talen) Legacy

Great article, thanks for posting!

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Allen (Talen) Legacy. Happy New Year!

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