Navigating the Unpredictable World of Creativity: Lessons from a Full-time Writer
<p><em>In the realm of creativity and self-employment, the journey is anything but predictable. As Yancey Strickler aptly put it, “Broadly, I am on the right path. I am doing intellectual work. I spend much of my time thinking and dreaming. Day to day, I’m all over the place.” This sentiment resonates with anyone who has ventured into full-time writing or self-employment, where each day brings its own set of challenges and surprises.</em></p>
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<p>These past few weeks have been no different for me. As I sit in bed with my recently un-paralyzed French bulldog at my feet, I find myself reflecting on the eclectic mix of activities that make up my daily life. From collaborating with Tim Denning on a new project focused on LinkedIn to tending to the stove with green beans boiling, and even receiving my second dose of the Pfizer vaccine, it’s been a whirlwind.</p>
<p>Amidst this whirlwind, my thoughts have been swirling around themes like fame, art, and the impact of the internet, all neatly recorded in my notes. But today, instead of delving into these profound ideas, I offer you something different — a practical, albeit somewhat unglamorous, list.</p>
<p>Here are five books that have been my trusted companions on this journey of full-time writing and self-employment:</p>
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