She Says She Doesn’t Need a Coach Yet

For the woman asking, “When should I hire a book coach?” I see a lot of women sitting on the sidelines, waiting to get into the game. Most of the time, when they’re being honest, they’re afraid to reach out because they don’t have a draft yet, or they’re still thinking about what the book is…

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I Have an Advisor for Everything

I’m in my mother-of-the-groom era, and I’m loving it. But plenty of it caught me off guard, and that’s where my friends who are mothers of already-married sons have been so useful. I call or text them often. “This situation came up. What would you do in my shoes?” “How do I pick a dress that…

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You Don’t Need More Options. You Just Need A Filter.

If you don’t know where to start writing your memoir, you’re not alone. During my vacation, I woke up with the very clear realization that I’ve been too focused on doing more: spending more time on business development, learning new things, and analyzing data. My inbox reflects this. I’ve got a stack of emails, tips…

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You’re Standing Too Close to Sort It Yourself

If you can’t decide what belongs in your memoir, I get it. I spent the morning volunteering at the thrift store, and I found a pair of men’s Levi’s for $4. I would never have picked those up on my own. But a creator I follow, Outfits with Alix, who teaches women how to shop secondhand,…

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