Don't Write That Book

Are You a Career Author?

Apr 17, 2025
The hosts share their love for music, particularly iconic artists like Prince and Tom Petty, highlighting how music fuels personal growth. They delve into the transformation of recognizing oneself as a career author and the mindset shifts that come with this identity. The discussion addresses modern challenges faced by authors, including the impact of technology and the importance of community. With humor and anecdotes, they explore the journey of crafting a writing career, emphasizing the dedication required to succeed and the significance of understanding readers' needs.
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ANECDOTE

Prince's Iconic Guitar Solo

  • Mike Michalowicz shares a vivid story about Prince's legendary guitar solo at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame tribute.
  • Prince performs flawlessly without rehearsal and finishes with a signature guitar toss trick that amazes everyone.
ADVICE

Adopt the Author Identity

  • To be a career author, shift your identity from writing a book to being an author.
  • Own authorship as who you are, not just a transaction or task to complete.
ANECDOTE

Mike's Authorship Realization

  • Mike Michalowicz recounts his personal moment realizing he was an author while in a hot cookie factory office.
  • That moment shifted his identity from entrepreneur with a book to a committed author.
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