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February 17, 2025 22 mins

In a world of information overload and analysis paralysis, what if I told you there was a formula to help you decide which things were most worth your time? 

I’ve said it before: creative confidence starts with clarity. But how can you find clarity, especially when evaluating your time? 

Today I’m going to share a remarkable tool for evaluating anything - from time to energy to the money you invest in your author career. Unlocking this tool will change the way you understand your own efforts.

In this episode, I go into:

√ What is the 80/20 rule or “Pareto principal”? (Don't worry, this isn't a math lesson!)

√ How to apply the 80/20 rule to your writing life: habits, investments (time, energy, and money), choosing what to write next.

√ Applying the 80/20 rule in reverse. Use this trick to determine your top 20%.

Listen now to learn how to apply this formula to your author career!

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Free resources for you:

The Confident Fiction Author Toolkit: fictioncourses.com/toolkit

Dictation + Scrivener Power Combo Mini Course: fictioncourses.com/dictation

Dictation for Authors: Tools and Tips of the Trade: fictioncourses.com/dictationguide

5 Stereotypes to Avoid When Writing about Native Americans: fictioncourses.com/stereotypes

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