In this episode, I discuss the challenge of finding time to write while juggling a demanding day job. I suggest doing a time audit to see where your time goes and finding ways to optimize small pockets for writing. Strategies include waking up earlier, using lunch breaks, optimizing commute time for brainstorming, and scheduling sessions through time blocking. Weekends can be great for longer writing sessions. I emphasize the importance of making writing a priority and finding what works best for you.
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Many writers have day jobs and need to find time to write
Doing a time audit can help identify how time is currently being spent
Optimizing small pockets of time, such as waking up earlier or using lunch breaks, can allow for writing
Using commute time for brainstorming and meditation can help generate ideas
Time blocking techniques can help schedule dedicated writing sessions
Weekends can be leveraged for longer writing sessions
Making writing a priority and finding what works best for each individual is key
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Is your day job really too demanding for writing?
00:46 Chapter 1: Doing a time audit
01:58 Chapter 2: Making the most of short writing sessions
04:00 Chapter 3: Leveraging a day job for structure and inspiration
04:35 Chapter 4: Practical advice for finding time to write
08:01 Conclusion: Writing challenge and closing remarks