How to Get Support From a Partner or Loved One (or My Partner Doesn’t Support My Writing)

Getting the support of your spouse or significant other can make the difference between success and failure when becoming a career author. Discover how to set expectations and boundaries while honoring the relationship.

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:How to determine what kind of support you need.Options for having the conversation with your significant other or loved one.Ways to be reasonable when you ask for support.Why you should take your ego out of the equation when deciding the kind of support you need.How to barter for time or compromise in ways when everybody wins.How supporting your partner’s passions or hobbies can be beneficial to you.Why it’s important to check in periodically to make sure the arrangement is still working for everyone.Ways to appreciate the people in your life who support your creativity.

Also, discover why writing your first draft quickly is the best approach when working on your novel.

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