Ep. 216: Deep Walking To Work Less

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Oct 3, 2022

Walking can spark creativity and boost productivity, but isn't always ideal for deep focus. The shift from traditional blogging to newsletters is discussed, highlighting their evolving roles in content discovery. Strategies for managing external team dynamics are offered, while insights on maintaining a professional online identity in legal professions are emphasized. Additionally, the challenges and potential of new tech innovations, including AR and VR, are explored, along with tips for aspiring writers to complete their projects effectively.

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ADVICE

Focus on the Proposal

Focus on writing a book proposal, not finishing the whole manuscript.
Find an agent; they'll help you refine the proposal and sell it to publishers.

ADVICE

Inform Your Boss

Inform your boss about your writing project upfront to avoid future issues.
Declaring your intentions to someone can increase motivation and accountability.

INSIGHT

Newsletters vs. Blogs

Newsletters and blogs both bypass algorithmic curation, relying on social capital.
Newsletters monetize better, but blogs facilitated broader discovery through hyperlinking.

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