What If? For Authors

What if I'm not consistent?


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Episode Description:

Welcome back to What If? For Authors! In this episode, Claire tackles the often-preached but rarely questioned idea of consistency in the writing world. If you've ever felt stressed about not maintaining a perfect daily writing habit or worried that inconsistency might ruin your career, this episode is for you.

Key Highlights:
  • Why Consistency Gets Overhyped:

    • Many authors are told that success depends on consistent daily output, but is that really true?

    • Claire shares her frustrations with the industry’s obsession over this idea and why it may not be the golden rule we think it is.

    • The Problem with the "One Size Fits All" Approach:

      • Some writers thrive on daily word counts; others don’t.

      • The myth that consistency guarantees success vs. the reality of different creative rhythms.

      • The Hidden Truth: You’re Already Consistent in Important Ways

        • Everyone has consistent patterns in how they think, feel, and act.

        • From how you handle plot holes to how you react to surprise opportunities—your personality is already shaping your writing patterns.

        • The Enneagram perspective: different types naturally approach consistency differently, and that’s okay.

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          Access the transcript here.

          Happy Writing!

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