Daniel Ravner
If by "writing" you mean your art (scripts, prose, etc.), then especially at the start of your career, don’t depend on your writing for a living.
This dependency means that you’ll arrive at whatever opportunities come your way from a disadvantageous position. When you have a lot at stake, you aren't left with much wiggle room, which may mean that you’ll most likely have to compromise on payment, or on the terms of your contract. But most importantly, it will probably hamper your art.
When you DON’T have to get your stories (or scripts or poetry, etc.) published to make ends meet, you’ll arrive at whatever opportunities come your way with much more confidence. You’ll have a greater chance of presenting your art as you intended it to be, thus increasing your chances of becoming a professional, well-paid writer down the line.
This dependency means that you’ll arrive at whatever opportunities come your way from a disadvantageous position. When you have a lot at stake, you aren't left with much wiggle room, which may mean that you’ll most likely have to compromise on payment, or on the terms of your contract. But most importantly, it will probably hamper your art.
When you DON’T have to get your stories (or scripts or poetry, etc.) published to make ends meet, you’ll arrive at whatever opportunities come your way with much more confidence. You’ll have a greater chance of presenting your art as you intended it to be, thus increasing your chances of becoming a professional, well-paid writer down the line.
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