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How to Efficiently Work From Home

03.26.2020 - By J. ThornPlay

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How to Efficiently Work From HomeWith many people forced to stay indoors as we fight through the COVID-19 pandemic, many writers are finding themselves with more time to write. Some are even getting to write full-time as their day jobs temporarily shut down.

Writing full-time and working at home possesses many challenges that people don’t think about. Today, Zach and J. talk about some of those challenges and give tips on how you can avoid the pitfalls of time mismanagement and distraction.

The Career Author Podcast is a podcast where co-authors J. Thorn and Zach Bohannon share their struggles and successes as full-time authors, advice for improving your writing craft, and honest discussions of what it takes to build a successful career as an author.

In this episode, you’ll discover:Why a dedicated space is importantWhat rituals Zach and J. find sacred for productivityHow the right music can fuel creativityWhy scheduling tasks is crucialHow to avoid procrastination and distractionWhy communication is key

Also in this episode, learn a few ways you can work out from home with little to no equipment.

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Leave us a comment: With the changes in our daily lives due to Coronavirus, how are you handling your writing career?

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