Episode 10 - How Do I Set Writing Goals?
Episode 10 - How Do I Set Writing Goals?
THE WRITERS’ ROOM - How Do I Set Writing Goals?
In the Writers Room this week, Pete and Laura chat about setting objectives and writing goals. This last year has been challenging for everyone, but there is a significant benefit for a writer to set goals remembering that being kind to yourself is the highest priority. This last year, among many lessons, it has taught us sometimes things outside of our control can affect what we are planning to complete.
“Be grateful for what you already have while you pursue your goals. If you aren’t grateful for what you already have, what makes you think you would be happy with more.”
SMART - Goal Setting
S - Specific
M - Measurable
A - Achievable
R - Relevant
T - Timely
LESSONS WE’VE LEARNED THIS WEEK - What have we learned about writing & publishing this week?
Pete tells of the newsletter article from Ann Handley, the author of EVERYBODY WRITES - Your Go-To Guide to Creating Ridiculously Good Content, about the persistence Allan Scott needed to write: The Queen’s Gambit. Pete recommends a subscription to Ann Handley’s Newsletter. While Laura reflects on the tremendous benefit that she gets from persisting with Morning Pages.
“When we convene day upon day in the same space at the same time, a powerful energy builds up around us. This is the energy of our intention, of our dedication, of our commitment.”
BOOKS WE ARE READING AND RECOMMEND - What books are we reading this week?
Pete finds the literary fiction novel Crossing Over To Safety by Wallace Stegner a riveting and surprising read. Laura digs deep into the book - Plot and Structure: Techniques and Exercises for Crafting a Plot that Grips Readers from Start to Finish by James Bell
Recommended Product of the Week - Audible
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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT DERBYSHIRE WRITING SCHOOL THIS WEEK? - How are we building the business this week?
Laura tells us about the plans to launch subscription models for memory prompts and introduces the exciting the project in development - The 3% Club and Community.
PERSONAL UPDATES - What’s going on in our lives?
Both Pete and Laura talk about the goals they are working towards in 2021.
We want to hear from you! Please send your 2021 writing goals to us at info@derbyshirewritingschool.com
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Thanks for listening!
