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On this week’s GoalChat, we talked about Writing and Productivity with author/publishing expert Judith Briles (The Book Shepherd), productivity expert Christine Carron (Goodjelly), and Danielle Weil, who specializes in creativity and copywriting.
We explored what it really takes to get the words on the page, including getting past the pressure to always be productive, finding your own rhythm, and figuring out what you need to do to get unstuck. Judith, Christine, and Danielle shared anecdotes, recommendations, and more.
Define Productivity
- Christine: Old school is more, faster; new school is your best work done as fast as possible
- Judith: The perfection factor is what stops productivity
- Danielle: What words will actually move the needle; pint your best efforts toward the things that will make the biggest difference
Balancing Writing & Productivity
- Christine: No speed shame; if you over-focus on one thing (writing or speed), you will burn out on the other; consistency is key
- Danielle: Enjoy the process, it’s not just about the goal
- Judith: Recognize the type of writer you are; that will help you figure out your best process
Writing & Productivity #GoalChatLive
Goals
- Judith: If you never say, your yeses are worthless. Don’t do well what you have no business doing – choose 3 things that are important for you to do!
- Christine: Every time you sit down to work, ask yourself how to make it easier for you. Do something for 10 minutes and celebrate the progress
- Danielle: Embrace your constraints; figure out how to use your constraints to your advantage
- Deb: Get rid of a project that is not serving you
Final Thoughts
- Christine: Give yourself grace and give yourself credit for all the things
- Judith: Take credit for the work you’ve done – getting up the morning is a big thing
- Danielle: Enjoy the process
Links
- Learn more about Judith Briles and The Book Shepherd, Christine Carron, and Danielle Weil
- Connect with Debra Eckerling, Judith Briles, Christine Carron, and Danielle Weil on LinkedIn
- Subscribe to GoalChat, Taste Buds with Deb, the Book Proposal Podcast, and the MPN Meta Marketing Show on the Marketing Podcast Network
- Join the Taste Buds with Deb and Write On Online Facebook Communities
- Learn more about TheBookProposalExpert.com
- Get your copy of Your Goal Guide: A Roadmap for Setting, Planning and Achieving Your Goals
- Order 52 Secrets for Goal-Setting and Goal-Getting
- Sign up for Deb’s Goals Mixer on September 16
What is your best productivity tip? Please share in the comments.
Next Week
On August 31, we are talking about Habits with Katelyn Carey, Lynda Monk, and Beth Ricanati. Join us at at 4pm PT, for #GoalChatLive.
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