#134: How To Stop Procrastinating: 5 Productivity Tips For Writers

Fiction Writing Made Easy

“It's really important to focus on the big picture story first and not worry about granular details that you can figure out later.” - Savannah Gilbo
Get more done in less time, overcome procrastination, and become a master at time management with these 5 super simple productivity tips that I’ve been using daily for the last 10 years.
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Here’s a preview of what’s included:
[01:07] What is productivity and why does it matter?
[04:44] How to time block your days in a way that works for YOU—plus, what this looks like for me (spoiler alert: I’m a night owl so I do my best work at night!).
[10:49] Tips for prioritizing your most important tasks so you don’t get stuck in the weeds doing things that don’t move the needle in terms of finishing your book.
[17:12] Why multitasking is NOT the answer to higher productivity—and a few surprising ways writers multi-task without even realizing it.
[27:26] Cultivating these habits is a gradual process that requires consistent effort. If incorporating all five tips seems overwhelming, experiment with a single tip this week. As you progress, incorporate additional habits and eventually, you'll evolve into a more productive writer.
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Κεφάλαια

1. Boosting Your Writing Productivity Today (00:00:00)

2. Prioritizing Tasks for Writers (00:11:12)

3. The Pitfalls of Multitasking in Writing (00:17:56)

4. Productivity Tips for Writers (00:24:02)

5. Podcast Promotion and Call to Action (00:28:31)