Have You Decided Yet? Stop Waiting and Write with Purpose
Today, I’m bringing you a pep talk—one that was inspired by a recent call with a client in my No Time Writer program.
If you decide to work with me, you get three Zoom calls in your first 90 days—one per month. On this particular call, my client was on her second session, and we were brainstorming ways to adjust her schedule. She realized that things weren’t working the way she had originally planned, and she was starting to doubt if she could finish.
And that’s why I’m here—because too many authors do this.
When writing doesn’t go as expected, it’s easy to say, Maybe now’s not the right time. Maybe I should just wait until life slows down.
But here’s what I encouraged her to do instead:
Revamp. Recalculate. Find a way to make writing work with the life you have now, not the life you wish you had.
In her case, she’s a caretaker for her elderly mother. Life is demanding. So we mapped out a realistic plan—writing twice a week. It wasn’t the original vision she had, but it was possible. And sometimes, possible is exactly what you need.
The Real Question: Have You Decided?
That’s what I want to ask you today.
Have you decided—truly decided—that no matter what happens, you will write your book?
Not just “writing is a nice idea.”
Not just “I think I want to write a book.”
Not just “It would be cool to be an author someday.”
But I AM writing my book. Period. No matter the setbacks. No matter the distractions. No matter if the timeline shifts.
If your original goal was to finish by summer but now you’re aiming for fall, that’s fine. Adjusting the deadline is not the same as quitting. The problem is that too many authors give up completely instead of recalibrating.
So I’ll ask again:
Have you truly decided that your book is a non-negotiable?
Real Talk: Writing Won’t Always Feel Easy
I’ll be honest—these past few weeks, I haven’t always felt inspired or motivated to write.
I’ve had to adjust my own schedule. Some days, I sit down and stare at my outline, realizing my story is taking a different direction than I originally planned. It can take me 15 minutes just to get into focus.
But you know what I don’t do?
I don’t say, Oh well, I’ll try again tomorrow.
I sit there. I work through it. I figure it out. Because I’ve already made the decision that I am writing this book.
And that’s the mindset shift you need.
Commitment Comes First. Motivation Follows.
If writing is something you only do when you feel like it, you’ll never finish your book.
I see it all the time—authors getting stuck in fear, perfectionism, or procrastination. They wait for the perfect moment, but the perfect moment never comes.
This is something we tackle inside No Time Writer during our group check-ins. Recently, I challenged my clients on their perfectionism, because let’s be real—perfectionism isn’t about high standards. It’s about fear.
It’s about being scared that the book won’t be good enough. That people won’t like it. That you’ll mess it up.
But the truth is, there is no perfect first draft.
So stop waiting for perfection. Stop waiting for motivation. Instead, decide that your book is non-negotiable, and take action.
Life Happens, but Your Writing Still Matters
Let me be clear: life is always going to happen.
The latter part of last year was incredibly difficult for me. A lot was going on in my personal life, and honestly, writing took a hit. I had to adjust my deadline for my first draft.
Did I love doing that? No.
Did I push through anyway? Yes.
Will I finish my book? Absolutely.
Because I had already decided.
And some of you need to get that adamant about your writing and say: I am going to write my book!
Not “I hope to” or “Maybe one day.”
Declare it. Own it.
How to Integrate Writing into Your Life (Instead of barely Squeezing It In)
The key to making writing work is not about forcing it into an already packed schedule. It’s about integrating it in a way that fits your life.
Here’s how my schedule works:
6:00 AM: Quiet time (prayer, Bible reading)
8:30–9:30 AM: Writing session
9:30 AM: Workout (Tues-Thurs)
11:00 AM – Noon: Content planning (emails, blog & social posts, Instagram snippets)
Afternoon: Client calls & business tasks
4:00–5:00 PM: Wind down before my husband comes home
Evenings: Family time
I don’t just find time for writing. I cater time.
And so can you. Whether you work a 9-to-5, manage a household, or run a business, there is a way to integrate writing into your life. You don’t have to figure it out alone—that’s exactly what I help my clients do inside No Time Writer.
Stop Wasting Time Trying to Figure It Out Alone
I work with authors juggling full-time jobs, caring for kids, and battling chronic illnesses. And you know what? They’re still writing!
Why?
Because they made the decision.
And if you’re ready to make that same decision—to stop waiting, stop overthinking, and finally finish your book—then I invite you to work with me inside No Time Writer.
Who Is No Time Writer For?
This is for business-minded authors who:
✔️ Are done wasting time and making excuses
✔️ Want to finish their book without sacrificing everything else
✔️ See writing as a business, NOT a hobby
✔️ Need a structured system for writing consistently
This is NOT for:
❌ Writers who only write when they feel like it
❌ People who aren’t ready to invest in their writing career
❌ Those who want to do it all on their own
Inside No Time Writer, you get:
✅ Customized writing schedules tailored to your life
✅ A system to track your writing progress
✅ Accountability through monthly group check-ins & writing sprints
✅ Access to 1:1 author check-ins for your first 90 days
Three Spots Left—Will One of Them Be Yours?
I only have three spots left for one-on-one check-ins inside No Time Writer.
Once they’re filled, you’ll be on a waitlist until a spot opens again.
If you’re tired of struggling with time management and want a real system that works, book a call now!
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