Summary of Business Pathfinder Podcast Episode: Bonus: Write Your Book!
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Kristin Morrison and Rachie both found success in solo writing retreats, with Kristin writing 70% of her first book during two long weekend retreats These retreats provided the perfect environment for creativity and focus, especially for writers seeking to avoid distractions Working with an editor before completion can help authors shape their work and receive valuable feedback
Self-publishing offers more control over publication timing and distribution Kristin's decision to write a business book was influenced by the desire to include relevant links in show notes She offers workshops and bootcamps for aspiring writers and entrepreneurs on her website
Rachie made solo writing retreats a regular practice, finding inspiration in nature The conversation has been great, and more information about the guest's work and links can be found at a specified location on kristinmorrison.com.
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Bonus: Write Your Book!
Key Takeaways
- Kristin Morrison wrote 70% of her first book during solo writing retreats, creating a perfect environment for creativity.
- Rachie made solo writing retreats a regular practice, finding inspiration in nature.
- Solo writing retreats can be more beneficial for writers who want to focus on writing without distractions.
- Working with an editor before completion can help authors shape their work and receive valuable feedback.
- Self-publishing offers authors more control over publication timing and distribution.
- Kristin Morrison's decision to write a business book was influenced by the desire to include relevant links in show notes.
- Kristin Morrison offers workshops and bootcamps for aspiring writers and entrepreneurs at kristinmorrison.com.
Overcoming Writer's Block: Kristin's Experience
- Kristin Morrison wrote 70% of her first book in just six days during two long weekend solo writing retreats.
- She created the perfect environment for sparking creativity and finishing most of her first book during these retreats.
- Kristin experienced crippling writer's block after completing 70% of her first book and changed course to overcome it.
Rachie's Solo Writing Retreats: Nature's Inspiration
- The name of the place is still available.
- Rachie did not do anything special to spark inspiration, she just dug in and wrote.
- Rachie has made solo writing retreats a part of her practice, constantly surrounded by nature and inspiration.
Discover the Power of Solo Writing
- As a writer, finding what works for you is crucial, and a solo writing retreat may be the ideal solution.
- While some may believe they need a group writing retreat, a solo writing retreat could be more beneficial for those who simply want to focus on writing.
- Creating a personal writing space and dedicating time to hunker down and write can be a valuable option for writers.
Editors Enhance and Shape Your Work
- Editors play a crucial role in shaping our thoughts and providing fact-based shaping of our work.
- Working with an editor before completion can help authors understand how to finish the book and receive feedback on what's already written.
- Self-publishing offers authors more control over when the book is published, and advancements in technology have made distribution easier.
Promote Your Business Book Now
- The decision to write a business book, particularly for the pet industry, was influenced by the desire to ensure all relevant links are included in the show notes, including The Artist's Way.
- The conversation has been really great and the audience can find more information about the guest's work and links at a specified location.
Take charge of your goals
- If you would like support, guidance, and connection around creating your goals, I want to encourage you to check out the Goal Setting and Achieving Workshop happening next week on January 9th.
- To find out more and to sign up, you can go to kristenmorson.com/writeyourbook.
- You can also find information on the show notes page about the 28-day business and life bootcamp for badass women that is happening soon.