Achievements
Craft over catharsis.
I like reading, 📚 I like writing, ✍🏾 I like sharing, I like exploring, and I like art. All the above, connect you to something. If I create by writing, I will want to share. Writing is an art, and a preserver of history, culture, and values. While art allows me to explore. Craft is a generic term for all kinds of art. It is not selfless but desires to share. It looks for a problem to solve, and solutions to adapt. When I think of catharsis, it is a temporary state, fleeting, might be exciting, and less involving. It sounds lazy, laid-back, and a bit selfish.
By Kusauka Chimbeabout 6 hours ago in Writers
James Assali: A Deep Dive Into His Personal Life and Professional Career
James Assali is not a polished, overnight success story. His life and career reflect something founders, business owners, and creators understand well: momentum built through resilience, conviction, and long-term thinking. At a time when entrepreneurship is often framed around shortcuts and hype, James Assali’s journey stands out because it’s grounded in lived experience, personal loss, faith, and sustained execution.
By CEO A&S Developersabout 9 hours ago in Writers
Harder Times On Vocal For Me
Introduction Although I have published over 3,800 stories on Vocal, I am spending more and more time looking for stories to reuse, like this one. I think when we publish stories, we also hope it will get noticed as a Top Story, Challenge Place, Leaderboard or maybe someone will share it in Raise Your Voice.
By Mike Singleton đź’ś Mikeydred a day ago in Writers
The Secret to Having It All: Lessons from Adriana Kostov
In today’s fast-paced world, women are often asked the same challenging question: “Can you really have it all?” Balancing career ambitions, personal growth, family, and social life can feel like an impossible juggling act. Yet, Adriana Kostov, a trailblazer in the financial industry, argues that it’s not only possible but achievable with the right mindset and determination.
By Financial Services Media5 days ago in Writers
Andreas Szakacs: Building Cinema With Precision, Purpose, and Creative Leadership
In a film industry often shaped by speed, visibility, and short-term momentum, Andreas Szakacs has taken a more deliberate route. His career as an actor, producer, and creative leader reflects a commitment to precision, intention, and sustained artistic development rather than constant exposure. Over time, this approach has positioned him as a figure increasingly associated with thoughtful storytelling, technical discipline, and collaborative leadership.
By Andreas Szakacs6 days ago in Writers
2025, In So Many Words
About a year ago, I posted my first piece here on Vocal in years. In Making it Hard to Fail, I talked about my goals for the new year in response to a challenge prompt. My goal was simple: to write for 15 minutes a day. No more was required, though as I suspected (and found in executing this plan) more did often follow.
By Raistlin Allen7 days ago in Writers







