Fiction Writing Made Easy | Top Creative Writing Podcast for Fiction Writers & Writing Tips #227. 5 Tips on Pursuing Your Writing While Holding Down a 9-to-5 Job
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Jan 6, 2026 Balancing a full-time job and writing a novel can be tough, but it's absolutely achievable. Discover how to select a consistent plotting method to prevent procrastination and clarify your writing agenda before each session. Learn the importance of realistic goal-setting that aligns with your busy life and how to identify small, hidden pockets of writing time. Building a solid support system can also supercharge your momentum. Plus, hear success stories of writers who turned their ambitions into completed drafts!
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Commit To A Single Process
- Commit to one writing process and follow it through to the end of your draft.
- Stop researching methods and use one approach to actually finish a manuscript.
Research Can Mask Procrastination
- Researching methods can feel productive but often hides procrastination.
- Progress comes from finishing work, not endlessly searching for the perfect approach.
Plan Each Session Ahead
- Know exactly what you'll work on before you sit down to write to avoid wasting limited time.
- Use a simple roadmap or scene list so short sessions start with clarity, not indecision.