Everyone has a story to tell. Statistics show that 80% of Americans have thought about writing a book. So if you’ve got a burning desire to share your stories, this episode is for you.
This week, Tim flies solo to share his experiences in writing a novel. He talks about how he got the idea for his story and the struggles he faced while writing. He also shares some tips on how to start writing a book. Tim also reads some excerpts from his new novel, “Coach: A Success Story Redefined.”
The process of writing a book can be long, arduous, and challenging. However, it is a rewarding experience. You never know, the story you wish to tell may just change another person's life. Tune in to find out how Tim started writing and how you can, too!
3 Reasons to Listen:
- Learn more about the process of how to start writing a book.
- Find out about Tim's upcoming book, Coach: A Success Story Redefined.
- Be inspired to tell your own story, or perhaps even write your own book.
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Episode Highlights
[01:41] Why Write?
- Tim says that writing a book is all about sharing a message.
- But at the same time, writing a book is for the author: their growth as they learn more about themselves in the process of writing.
- Writing a 70,000-word document is a very different experience from being a speaker and coach.
[03:14] “Having gone through the process I've just gone through, I also believe that writing a book is all about the author, the writer, and the growth and the process that they go through.” - Click Here to Tweet This
[06:17] How to Start Writing a Book
- Tim got the inspiration for the book even before the idea of starting the podcast.
- One night in 2014, after reading Scripture, the story came to him.
- He started jotting down notes from his idea, and that’s how he got started.
[08:43] The Challenges Tim Faced
- Tim thought it would only take a couple of weeks but soon realized it would take much longer than that to develop his story fully.
- Tim has a background in engineering, so creative writing was a new field for him. He needed to stretch and work out...
