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Dr. Nicole Janz - Breaking Through Writer's Block: A Coach's Guide to Productive Writing


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Dr. Nicole Janz is a social scientist and a book coach with over 20 years of experience as a journalist, academic, and writer. After leaving academia four years ago, she transitioned into creative writing and book coaching. She created The Write Habit Planner, a specialized tool designed to help writers maintain consistency and productivity in their writing journey. As both a writer and coach, Nicole combines her extensive experience to help authors overcome procrastination and develop sustainable writing habits.


In this episode:

  • Understanding the deeper psychological aspects of writing procrastination
  • Breaking down large writing goals into manageable daily tasks
  • The five-step process for starting a book effectively
  • Creating outlines and time plans for both fiction and non-fiction writing
  • Developing a sustainable writing routine that fits into busy schedules
  • The importance of self-reflection and tracking progress beyond word count
  • Setting realistic writing goals and maintaining work-life balance
  • The transformation from perfectionism to productive writing habits


Resources mentioned:

  • Order The Write Habit Planner: http://www.thewritehabitplanner.com/
  • Start your Book with this free mini course: https://startyourbookin5days.com/
  • Schedule a free consult: https://nicolejanz.com/


Book Recommendations:

  • Essentialism by Greg McEwan: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382


Connect with Dr. Nicole:

  • Website - https://nicolejanz.com/
  • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drnicolejanz/
  • Linkedin - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/nicolejanz


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