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#175. 5 Easy Time Management Strategies To Write Your Novel Faster
07 Jan 2025
Feel stuck writing your novel? These 5 time management strategies will squash all productivity blocks to get your story finished—finally (and fast).Why does finding the time to write feel so hard sometimes? We often blame our busy schedules (and yes, that's definitely part of it). But there's something else lurking around that stops your writing progress. And it has a way of making you feel like you're failing at this whole writing thing. Which is so not true.In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on this sneaky (and very hidden) productivity block that keeps tripping you up. Plus, I'm sharing 5 powerful time management strategies to squash this writing bottleneck so you can finish your novel in 2025.You’ll hear me talk about things like:[03:35] The hidden truth about "not enough time" that's actually blocking your writing progress (and how to fix it).[06:04] A simple ‘chunking method’ that reduces writing overwhelm and turns your sessions into productive, dopamine-fueled wins.[10:45] The editing habit that's stealing your momentum, and most writers don't see it coming.[22:28] A fun way to outsmart your brain into showing up for your writing (hello, guilt-free rewards!)[26:26] An energy-mapping trick that leverages your best creative flow state to get more writing done in less time.And so much more…You've got a story inside you that deserves to be told, and 2025 is your year to hold that finished novel in your hands. Whether it's your debut or your next book in a growing series—your writing journey is too important to let productivity barriers hold you back. You've got this, and I'm here to help.Enjoy this episode, and make sure to grab your free time management guide in the links section below to start implementing these strategies today.🔗 Links mentioned in this episode:Ep. 134 - How To Stop Procrastinating: 5 Productivity Tips For WritersFree Pomodoro TimerGrab the free Time Management Guide for authors here! ⭐ Rate + Review + Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love the Fiction Writing Made Easy podcast!" ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this show! Your rating and review will help other writers find this podcast, and they're also super fun for me to read. Just click here, scroll all the way to the bottom, tap five stars to rate the show, and then select "Write a Review." Be sure to let me know your favorite episodes, too! Also, if you haven't done so already, make sure you're following the podcast! I'll be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed, and if you're not following the show, there's a good chance you'll miss them. Click here to follow now!FREE QUIZ: Take this 30-second quiz to get a custom action plan that'll help you move from stuck writer to published author!Support the show👉 Looking for a transcript? If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, scroll down below the episode player until you see the transcript.
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