In this episode of the Writing Momentum Podcast, hosts Christopher and Gena Maselli explore the common question of whether a formal degree is necessary to become a successful writer. They discuss their personal experiences with formal education in writing, highlighting the pros and cons of pursuing a writing degree versus self-education through resources like writers' conferences and continual learning. They emphasize the importance of continuous education in writing, publishing, and marketing, regardless of one's educational background. The episode provides insight into the writing industry standards, the publishing process, and the critical role of marketing in a writer's career. Through their discussion, they reassure listeners that while formal education can be beneficial, it is not a prerequisite for success in writing, encouraging writers to focus on continuous learning and improvement.

• 00:00 Introduction to the Writing Momentum Podcast
• 00:15 The Big Question: Do You Need a Degree to Write?
• 01:55 Personal Experiences and Insights on Formal Education
• 04:37 The Continuous Journey of Learning in Writing
• 07:22 Understanding Publishing, Marketing, and Industry Standards
• 13:13 The Importance of Continuous Self-Education
• 16:10 Conclusion: Your Path to Writing Success

LINKS:

• Liz Wilcox's Email Marketing Membership at http://wmdeal.com/liz
• Get your FREE Move the Needle goal-setting for authors ebook at https://www.writingmomentum.com
• Write with us! Join Chris, Gena, and Rene each Wednesday at noon Central and let's get our writing DONE! https://www.writingmoments.com