1: Don’t blog.

2: Don’t write about writing.

3: Don’t self-promote.

4: Don’t read blogs about writing.

5: Don’t write lists.

6: Don’t drink whiskey.

7: Don’t work a day job.

8: Don’t be sad.

9: Don’t cry during movies.

10: Don’t eat bagels for breakfast.

11: Don’t do PowerPoints.

12: Don’t talk to Jesus.

13: Don’t ask for a raise.

14: Don’t be a copywriter.

15: Don’t use spell check.

16: Don’t use hyphens.

17: Don’t play the harmonica.

18: Don’t do fist bumps.

19: Don’t write about virginity.

20: Don’t use paper.

21: Don’t tell your friends.