When you photograph people in color, you photograph their clothes. But when you photograph people in Black and white, you photograph their souls!
You can be technically strong, and focus all your efforts on elements like casting, music, cinematography and sets, but they are all just add ons.
Blogging is good for your career. A well-executed blog sets you apart as an expert in your field
If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot.