Chapter
Addressing Addiction in Writing
1:11:17 - 1:18:30 (07:12)
The importance of being specific and addressing the use of the word "addiction" in writing is highlighted, as the speaker shares their experience of turning a two-chapter book into a bestseller by being honest about addiction. Negotiating for probationary chapters and meeting deadlines also proved to be valuable skills for writing success.
Clips
A writer shares the challenges she faced when writing a book, including a horseback riding accident that caused her to lose her memory and temporarily lose the ability to read, and the daunting task of receiving edits from her idolized editor.
1:11:17 - 1:12:26 (01:08)
Summary
A writer shares the challenges she faced when writing a book, including a horseback riding accident that caused her to lose her memory and temporarily lose the ability to read, and the daunting task of receiving edits from her idolized editor.
ChapterAddressing Addiction in Writing
Episode#553: Jessica Lahey on Parenting, Desirable Difficulties, The Gift of Failure, Self-Efficacy, and The Addiction Inoculation
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses receiving feedback from a professional writer on their book, including the suggestion to bring in another writer to assist them.
1:12:26 - 1:14:03 (01:37)
Summary
The speaker discusses receiving feedback from a professional writer on their book, including the suggestion to bring in another writer to assist them. They also mention the delay caused by a past head injury.
ChapterAddressing Addiction in Writing
Episode#553: Jessica Lahey on Parenting, Desirable Difficulties, The Gift of Failure, Self-Efficacy, and The Addiction Inoculation
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The author shares how negotiating probationary chapters turned into a successful career in writing, with a New York Times bestselling book, and how negotiating helped him learn from his mistakes.
1:14:03 - 1:15:45 (01:41)
Summary
The author shares how negotiating probationary chapters turned into a successful career in writing, with a New York Times bestselling book, and how negotiating helped him learn from his mistakes.
ChapterAddressing Addiction in Writing
Episode#553: Jessica Lahey on Parenting, Desirable Difficulties, The Gift of Failure, Self-Efficacy, and The Addiction Inoculation
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker shares three tips for non-fiction authors: be specific, use clear language, and organize content in a consistent manner.
1:15:45 - 1:18:30 (02:44)
Summary
The speaker shares three tips for non-fiction authors: be specific, use clear language, and organize content in a consistent manner.