Ever wondered what sets the next YouTube sensation apart from the rest of us? It’s not some secret formula or stroke of luck – it’s their ability to stop waiting for permission and just dive in.

Think about it: every trailblazer and trendsetter understands a fundamental truth that eludes many of us – you don’t need to wait for someone else to give you the green light to make an impact. The most influential movers and shakers don’t sit around twiddling their thumbs; they take matters into their own hands and get things done.

And if you’re a writer, boy, do you have an unprecedented opportunity at your fingertips. Gone are the days of waiting for a publishing deal to land on your doorstep – you have the power to choose yourself and make it happen.

Sure, most of us harbor a secret desire to be chosen, to have our talents and abilities recognized and applauded. But here’s the harsh truth: relying on external validation is a recipe for disappointment.

So, are you talented? Gifted? Exceptional? Instead of brushing off compliments with a self-deprecating shrug, it’s time to acknowledge the truth – you’re capable of greatness, and it’s high time you started acting like it.

Building a platform and finding your tribe of followers requires one crucial decision: stop waiting for permission and start operating as if you’ve already been given the green light.

When you adopt this mindset – when you truly believe in your own worth and potential – something remarkable happens. People start to see you differently. They take your work more seriously, and so do you.

As I’ve said before, “The less you worry about your audience’s affections, the more you’ll affect your audience.” It’s a simple yet profound truth that all successful creators understand – you are both your own worst enemy and your greatest advocate.

So, here’s the bottom line: you have two options. You can continue waiting for someone else to recognize your talent, or you can take matters into your own hands and start publishing your work.

If you choose the latter – if you choose to embrace your power and start creating – you’ll begin to build an audience who values your art and rewards your efforts. And who knows? Maybe one day, a publisher will come knocking on your door, eager to collaborate. But until then, you have the opportunity to make a difference, one piece of writing at a time.

So, what’ll it be? Keep waiting, or get started? The choice is yours. But when you break it down like that, it doesn’t seem like much of a choice at all, does it?