How do you turn the ideas in your head into a column article? How do you find a topic, develop it, and finalize it? How do you create a unique voice so that readers can recognize your personal touch ...

I had a great idea for a column this week. Unfortunately, this isn’t it. After about 20 minutes of deep soul-searching, it ...

In the midst of a conversation, some friends asked how long it takes me to write a column. My response: it depends. If I have a topic I “feel,” not very long — say a couple of hours, allowing for ...