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- Sep 29, 2026
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How you feel is the best way to measure success (opens the original)
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I talk with writers every day, and have come to realize that success often isn’t best measured in metrics or data. Rather, how you feel is the best way to gauge success. Today, I talk about why.As always, thank you so much for being here with me.-Dan Read more
How do you define success as a writer? (opens the original)
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How do you define success as a writer in how you write, publish, and share? Three recent conversations had me considering my longstanding advice to writers on this topic. Today I want to explore that more fully, with the hope that it feels refreshing and motivating. Okay, here is how I tend to encourage writers to measure success: How you feel.To me, that’s the measure that matters most. How you feel, not metrics.Can metrics matter in this process? Of course. Things such as words written, books
The power that writers have (opens the original)
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I am constantly amazed at the incredible power that writers have. Of course, this begins in the craft of writing itself. But I feel it extends beyond that, to how they share, and the moments this creates. Today I reflect on how each of us can share our work in a manner that truly connects with readers.As always, thank you so much for being here with me.… Read more
I spent 406 hours watching movies this year. Here’s why. (opens the original)
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Earlier this year I mentioned that I set a goal for myself to watch at least 200 movies before year’s end. I recently finished movie #220, already exceeding my goal, and thought it would be fun (and terrifying) to add up that time:So far I have spent nearly 17 full days watching movies this year. A total of 406 hours.Am I happy with that? Yep! Here’s why this is not just “Dan spent 17 days getting distracted…”In watching these movies, I have been immersed in story, and how a
Encourage your readers to take action (opens the original)
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Earlier this week I was teaching a class on author platform, and it had me considering where writers get frustrated in this process. When they spend years sharing online, but are not sure what it adds up to, what worked towards their goals, and how to make the process feel meaningful and sustainable. Today I explore the idea of being clear about the act… Read more
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