In this episode, I discuss the challenge of finding time to write while juggling a demanding day job. I suggest doing a time audit to see where your time goes and finding ways to optimize small pockets for writing. Strategies include waking up earlier, using lunch breaks, optimizing commute time for brainstorming, and scheduling sessions through time blocking. Weekends can be great for longer writing sessions. I emphasize the importance of making writing a priority and finding what works best for you.

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Takeaways

Many writers have day jobs and need to find time to write

Doing a time audit can help identify how time is currently being spent

Optimizing small pockets of time, such as waking up earlier or using lunch breaks, can allow for writing

Using commute time for brainstorming and meditation can help generate ideas

Time blocking techniques can help schedule dedicated writing sessions

Weekends can be leveraged for longer writing sessions

Making writing a priority and finding what works best for each individual is key

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Is your day job really too demanding for writing?

00:46 Chapter 1: Doing a time audit

01:58 Chapter 2: Making the most of short writing sessions

04:00 Chapter 3: Leveraging a day job for structure and inspiration

04:35 Chapter 4: Practical advice for finding time to write

08:01 Conclusion: Writing challenge and closing remarks