The Marie Forleo Podcast 422 - How to Write a Book and Actually Finish It
Jan 7, 2025
Linda Sivertsen, an award-winning author and book coach, shares her expertise in helping aspiring writers finish their projects. With only 2-3% of people actually completing their books, she offers actionable strategies to overcome emotional hurdles and maintain momentum. The conversation emphasizes the power of collaboration, accountability, and personal growth through writing. Sivertsen also highlights the importance of healthy writing habits and invites listeners to explore goal-setting techniques to transform their writing journeys.
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Mindset and Inspiration
- Prioritize mindset; decide that your first drafts will be bad.
- Consume positive, inspiring content to fuel your writing.
Overcoming Writer's Block
- Find your writing style; try talking into your phone or computer.
- Embrace various creation methods that suit your needs like Tom Hanks uses a dictaphone.
Quality Over Quantity
- A client with minimal social media presence landed a million-dollar book deal.
- High-quality writing and a mass-market appeal can outweigh platform size.