What are you bringing to the table?


Dear Reader,

Last week I mentioned only 3% of writers ever complete a first draft.

If you want to be one of those 3% and finish your draft in 2026, take a moment and answer these questions:

What strengths do you have that will help you achieve that goal?
Everyone has strengths they bring to the table, and when you know what they are, you can lean on them.

💪 Maybe you find to-do lists or sticker charts very motivating.

💪 Perhaps you’re an expert at breaking tasks down into manageable steps.

💪 You might be a ninja at finding small pockets of time to write.


What kind of support do you foresee needing?
When you know where you need help, you can better identify exactly what kind of support you need to find.

Here are some possibilities:

✔️ Emailing a friend monthly progress reports.

✔️ Regularly attending co-writing sessions, like the free ones I offer.

✔️ Working with a coach to help you stay accountable.


Choosing to answer these questions is a power move. It’s you taking control of your writing process, and getting clear on what you bring to the table and what you need. Those insights will help ensure your success in the year to come.

Hit reply and let me know your answers. I’d love to help you!

Let's write,
Erin

erin@writewithnature.com
www.writewithnature.com

Erin Radniecki • Book Coach

I help nature-passionate people write fiction that makes readers care about the natural world.

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