Episode Description: Efficient Content Batching for Indie Writers
Are you an indie author tired of losing precious writing hours to social media? In this deep-dive episode, our hosts explore a game-changing approach from Indie Author Magazine: content batching for efficient, stress-free social media.
Drawing insights from Jen B. Green’s article, we break down a step-by-step system to streamline your entire content workflow—from brainstorming to scheduling monthly posts. Whether you struggle with endless task-switching or want to reclaim your creativity, this episode delivers practical strategies for building a sustainable, engaging online presence—while freeing up more time for your books.
Timestamps for Key Segments:
[00:01:25] — What is content batching? Breaking down the process and why it works
[00:03:30] — The real cost of task-switching, and how batching remedies creative drain
[00:04:33] — Tip 1: Identifying your ideal reader for maximum impact
[00:06:05] — Buckets & subcategories: Structuring your content themes for a year at a glance
[00:09:35] — How to brainstorm 30+ content ideas efficiently (and why AI & trends are your friends)
[00:12:13] — Spreadsheets and templates: The underrated engine of content management
[00:14:44] — Building a reusable B-roll video library and visual consistency
[00:16:22] — Being present: Why engagement trumps broadcasting, plus the power of the save button
[00:18:54] — Final touches and the pivotal “progress over perfection” mindset
[00:20:49] — Scheduling for true freedom: How batching unlocks more writing time
[00:23:36] — Final thought: Does structure enable or limit your creativity?
Perfect for writers who want results without burnout, this episode gives you the actionable roadmap you need to turn social media from a daily chore into a managed, rewarding strategy. Listen in, take notes, and discover how batching can give you back your most valuable resource: time to write.
