Hey up, folks! Thanks for joining us on another episode of Creative Journeys with me, Jo Day, and my fabulous co-host, Lucy Rennie. We’ve been promising to dive into our book writing journeys and how it’s impacted our creative and business lives, well, today’s the day!

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Lucy and I share our experiences of writing and publishing books while running businesses both online and in the bricks-and-mortar world. We’ll talk about what motivated us to put pen to paper (or voice to text!), how we overcame challenges, and what impact our books have had on our businesses. Whether you’re considering writing a book or just curious about the process, this episode is packed with honest insights and useful tips.

Key Takeaways:

• How writing a book can boost your credibility and open new doors for your business.
• The different publishing routes—self-publishing, traditional publishing, and hybrid options.
• Overcoming writer’s block and finding creative ways to get your words down.
• Why having a publishing deadline (and accountability!) is crucial.
• How to use your book as a marketing tool and authority builder.
• The importance of mindset and overcoming self-doubt when putting your work out there.

Resources and Links Mentioned:

• Jo Day’s books: heyupfolks.com
• Lucy Rennie’s book Clarity, Communication, Connection: Available on Amazon
• Amazon KDP for self-publishing: KDP.com
• Future Proof Club: Iamlucyrennie.com
• Connect with us and ask questions via the “Send us a message” link in the show notes.
• If you are thinking about writing a book this year and need some accountability, let us know! We’d love to support you and hold you accountable to your publishing goals.

Next Episode:
Join us next week as Lucy shares her podcasting journey - why she started, what challenges she faced, and the behind-the-scenes process at Audio & Co. Don't miss it!

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Connect with Lucy Rennie:

• Website: https://www.iamlucyrennie.com/
• Lucy on Instagram: http://instagram.com/iamlucyrennie
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucyrennie1/