The Value of Writing in a Digital World

Video is so important in this digital world. Photography is very important as well. What communication tool that tends to get lost these days is writing.

writing While not as popular these days, writing is a very effective tool to communicate your message to those you are trying to reach. And that is why Robert Carnes on the podcast. Robert is the author of “The Original Storyteller” devotional book that will help you become a better storyteller in 30 days. Using everyday and biblical examples, Robert helps us become more effective storytellers in his book. He is also a freelance writer writing on many different publications.

In today’s podcast we talk about how to find your niche in writing, the value of consistency, how to avoid the “comparison” game with other writers, and, most important, why should we all keep writing.

ACTION STEPS:

  • What do you think? Do you write? If so, what keeps you going?  Share your thoughts on social media using the hashtag #ymsidekick to share. 
  • If you want to connect with Robert, he is a great resource, especially for writers. You can find him on Twitter or at his “The Original Storyteller” site. You can also check out his website here.
  • Make sure you goto iTunes and subscribe to the podcast and see what cool things we do each and every week!  And make sure you rate the show, especially if you like it. 🙂
  • Join the Digital Bootcamp Facebook Group to learn how to be more effective using digital tools for your ministry join the group. This is for ALL Ministers, not just Church Communicators or Social Media Managers.
  • If you have an idea for a topic for a future podcast episode, email him here.
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Tom Pounder

A father of 4, Tom is the Student Minister and Online Campus Pastor at New Life Christian Church in Chantilly, VA. He blogs, vlogs, and podcasts regularly about student and online ministry stuff.

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