Let’s be honest: Life can really get to life-ing.
For the past few months, I’ve been neck-deep in covering the November elections from a hyperlocal perspective, and it was almost all-consuming. It was rewarding in many ways, but it was also draining.
I just couldn’t figure out how to bring reporting the news and marketing my editing/ghostwriting business into harmony. It was exhausting, and I questioned whether I even wanted to continue running my business.
Does that sound familiar? Maybe for you, it’s the overwhelming demands of work, family, or that ever-growing to-do list.
Whatever it is, we all face those moments when we feel stuck, and we’re unsure if we’re on the right path.
But here’s the thing: sometimes clarity comes in the messiest moments.
For me, it came during the down and gloomy days over Christmas. Here in the Upper Midwest, late December was just one grey day followed by another, and my seasonal affective disorder was in full effect. I also experienced some personal challenges that made doing anything other than lying on the couch damn near impossible.
During one my deep dives into the abyss that can be TikTok, a creator came across my FYP with prompts for ChatGPT to help with planning for the new calendar year. I used them, inputting my daily goals for fitness and health, my reporting responsibilities, goals I want to reach with my business, and more.
The first response I got back was really good, so I refined and then refined some more, until I finally had a daily schedule – yes, a DAILY SCHEDULE – that helped me piece together what I truly want to accomplish.
Having that vision in place helped everything click into gear, and I felt my energy return. Seeing the sun for a few hours every few days certainly helped, too.
So, here’s the big news:
I’m thrilled to share that the first great action of the 2025 calendar year is an incredible collaboration with the amazing Naja Hayward of Rainmaker Publishing. Together, we’re launching a 5-Day “What’s My Book?” Challenge to help people just like you finally take the first step toward writing and publishing their books.
Here’s the truth:
If writing a book has been sitting on your list for way too long, it’s time to stop waiting. Your story, expertise, and ideas deserve to be shared with the world—and we’re here to help you make that happen.
I know firsthand how easy it is to put big dreams on the back burner when life feels chaotic. But I also know how transformational it can be to take that first step.
This challenge isn’t about perfection or doing it all at once. It’s about starting with clarity, confidence, and a community of like-minded individuals who understand the journey you’re on.
So, if writing your book has felt like an impossible dream, let 2025 be the year that changes. Stay tuned—I’ll be sharing more details soon.
Whatever your goals are, I hope this inspires you to take that next step forward, even if it’s just a small one.
Here’s to making 2025 your year!