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Not every story needs a protagonist who undergoes a massive, life-altering transformation. Some of the most memorable tales hinge on smaller, quieter shifts, or even on characters who remain steadfast throughout. In this episode, we’ll explore the full spectrum of character arcs: ... Show More

What makes a character unforgettable? It’s not just quirks or dialogue. It’s personality. Your characters' personalities shape their arcs, influence their voices, drive their goals, and and connect plot and theme into a cohesive whole. In this episode, we’ll explore why personali ... Show More

Why All Stories Are Myth (and How They Transform the Psyche) What if every story you’ve ever loved—whether it’s Spirited Away, The Lord of the Rings, or Pride & Prejudice—wasn’t just entertainment or even “realistic” fiction, but myth in disguise? In this week’s episode of the He ... Show More

Tricks to make make your writing more accessible to people with dyslexia and visual impairments. 

Since solving problems is part of almost all jobs, preparing an answer to the question, “Describe a difficult problem you solved” is well-invested time. In this episode, I will share a simple, five-step approach to help you formulate a convincing answer that demonstrates that you ... Show More

Ever wondered how to transform your manuscript from good to brilliant? Today, we’re demystifying the art of self-editing and sharing coveted tricks to enhance your writing style. Home in on sentence structure, narrative flow, and the fine details of spelling and grammar to shape ... Show More

Discover cooking techniques and tips to help you perfect your cooking know-how. 

How are we taught to look at art, and why does it get everything wrong? In this episode I look at conventional ways of teaching students to look at art, and offer an alternative that allows for more intuition, experiementation, and a familiarity with the medium. 

Do you want to be able to tell interesting stories? Learn how to create and develop a story using simple techniques. Questions go to publicspeaker@quickanddirtytips.com. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes! 

This episodes explores why we tend to take things personally, where this pattern is coming from, and how to shift it. I share practical guidance that you can easily apply and strategies that can help you stop taking things personally. 

In this episode, I will be sharing wisdom from an infographic, via my blog BrandonGaille.com, which covers 10 simple ways to motivate yourself to work harder.