Today we’re going to talk about how to market yourself to yourself. Yo dog I heard you like marketing. But in all seriousness he person who is the toughest to sell to … you. Most of us have a voice in our heads that is incredibly critical of everything we do.  Talking Points: Isn’t that true? The person we’re hardest on is ourselves. We beat ourselves up more than other people do. We’re more willing to quit on ourselves than others are.
Intro

You are not alone.
James talks about rejection

It’s reality—I know a lot of authors and only know one who was never rejected …
Room at the top
Maybe you’re thinking of quitting right now
After my first novel was rejected … biggest dream … Darci …

Why people quit

Stop believing in themselves
Not enough encouragement
Get worn out
It’s not important enough

Why you need Simon Cowell

Magic show Simon Cowell

The question of craft
James story of rejection/decision- Allen Arnold

Time to decide once and for all

Are you called to write? Really? Or do you just want to play a bit? Either is okay
Specific ways to market to yourself

Write yourself a letter from the future (https://www.futureme.org/)
Read inspiring autobiographies
Watch Biography on TV
Ask to hear stories from other writers
Do something creative with your rejections
Face the pain- Steve Laube/Chip MacGregor

 
Links:

War of Art
FutureMe.org

 

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