Advice for Writers and Screenwriters That I Wish Someone Would Have Shared With Me ?

Work on as many projects as you possibly can.

Do production assistant, (gopher) work on commercials, TV shows, or films – anything that brings you closer to the nuts and bolts of the action.

If you are young and smart and have a chance for a scholarship or have well-heeled relatives then go to film school. There you will write, produce, direct and act in several films. The experience is invaluable and some of the work you produce will keep you proud for years.

If you are in school, charismatic and ambitious then you will make contacts – and contacts in the film business are vital.

Hope that helps.
Geoff