Show Notes
This week on the podcast Vicky and Joe discuss idling, mowing the lawn (or not as the case may be), never-ending bathrooms, and the worst. writing. advice. EVER. Listen up as Vicky has opinions on the idea that writers have a muse and the muse bestows ideas. Joe weighs in on the topic of motivation. And at the end, as a special treat, Vicky interviews Joe rapid-fire styleeeee so come and learn a little more about him!
Key Points
- [2:05] Joe is reading Of Women and Salt and Vicky is reading her second Agatha Christie, an Idler’s Manual, and My Left Foot.
- [4:26] If you are one of the very few people who do not know about My Left Foot, Vicky describes it.
- [5:47] Vicky makes a -50 degree mistake.
- [7:24] At Dom’s Impact event, Vicky spoke about the magic of writing books.
- [10:01] Vicky’s favorite bad writing advice.
- [11:58] What happens when you ‘write when you are inspired’.
- [13:00] The idea of inspiration comes, not from the gods, but from hallucinogens.
- [16:12] Vicky reveals where inspiration truly comes from.
- [17:56] Look at things. Because a drop of water can contain an entire universe.
- [20:02] How Vicky gets motivated to write.
- [22:17] Joe reminds us of the power of habits.
- [25:01] Joe sums up this show’s takeaways, or does he?
- [26:36] Vicky turns her rapid-fire questions toward Joe.
- [28:55] How Joe makes Vicky laugh.
Mentioned in This Episode:
Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, and Overcast
Email Vicky about 1:1 coaching at: vicky@moxiebooks.co.uk
Email Vicky about 1:1 coaching at: vicky@moxiebooks.co.uk
Want to know more? I’ve written a book, you know. You can get your mitts on it here.
Ask a Question!
Got any questions about how to write a book? Or about small business marketing? Send us an email and we’ll answer it on the podcast!
Subscribe & Download
Listen on the go! Follow the 1000 Authors With Moxie Podcast using your favourite app:
Start Writing Your Book Today
If you want to learn more about how to write, self-publish, and market a book for your business, snaffle yourself a copy of How The Hell Do You Write A Book? Then check out the blog and podcast for more articles and guides. If you want a little (or a lot) more help, find out how you can work with me.
About Vicky…
Vicky Fraser is the founder of Moxie Books and author of How The Hell Do You Write A Book and Business For Superheroes. She helps business owners write life-changing books, connect with readers and new customers, and grow their businesses. When she’s not doing that, she’s hanging from a trapeze by her feet.
