We all want to believe there’s a shortcut to success, but sometimes the fastest way to grow is to stop making the mistakes that are holding you back. Looking back on her journey as both a writer and an agent, Vicky Weber is getting honest about the choices she made early on—so you don't have to.

In this episode, Vicky unpacks the critical lessons she learned the hard way, from the dangers of "fear spending" on marketing packages to the mistake of rushing a book to publication before it’s truly ready. You’ll discover why building your platform should happen while you're writing, not at launch time, and how adopting a "portfolio mindset" can save you from burnout. Whether you’re struggling with isolation or feeling overwhelmed by the business side of writing, this episode offers a roadmap for what not to do. It’s a candid look at how to protect your time, your money, and your passion for storytelling.

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