18. Essentialism for Writers
We’re conditioned to do more—more blogging, more guest posting, more podcasting, more newsletter writing, more publishing, more speaking—but what if there was another way to get where we want to go? In 2016, a stack of sticky notes and an empty wall helped me decide what to do next creatively. Today I’m walking you through this simple exercise, and sharing how an essentialist mindset (aka “less but better”) can improve your writing life.
Highlights
How a stack of sticky notes and an empty wall helped me decide which creative project to pursue next
An exercise to get clarity on what to write (and why)
Why the popular question “Where do you see yourself in five years?” is the wrong approach for navigating your writing life
