Write Masterpieces Like J.K. Rowling in 3 Steps

Summary

The article outlines a three-step approach to productive writing inspired by the success of J.K. Rowling, Oprah Winfrey, and Richard Branson, emphasizing time management and self-reward.

Abstract

The article "Write Masterpieces Like J.K. Rowling in 3 Steps" suggests that effective time management is key to writing success, much like how successful entrepreneurs and writers like J.K. Rowling, Oprah Winfrey, and Richard Branson have utilized their time. It advises aspiring writers to schedule dedicated writing time, focus on writing over less productive activities, and reward themselves upon meeting their writing goals. The author, Tom Handy, a retired Army officer and successful writer, emphasizes that even with the distractions of modern life, such as Netflix and social media, one can achieve writing excellence by prioritizing and managing time effectively.

Opinions

The author believes that time is a critical resource for writers and entrepreneurs, and using it wisely is essential for success.
Tom Handy suggests that even small adjustments to one's daily routine, such as waking up earlier or going to bed later, can significantly impact writing productivity.
The article posits that self-discipline in managing free time and choosing writing over non-income producing activities is crucial for aspiring writers.
Handy proposes that setting up a reward system can motivate writers to consistently meet their daily writing goals.
The author implies that anyone can emulate the success of famous writers and entrepreneurs by adopting similar time management strategies.

99% of the population is not using the time effectively.

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How does Oprah Winfrey and Richard Branson maximize their business? Overachievers effectively use the time to their advantage. They make time work for them and not against them.

We are all given the same 24 hours a day, seven days a week. No one is magically given an extra hour or two. It all comes down to using your time effectively.

Today it’s easy to waste several hours on Netflix, scrolling on social media, or just playing video games.

Could you have spent that time working on your writing instead? Hmm… As Oprah or Richard run billion-dollar businesses, they don’t waste their time.

Sure they have years of experience, but they all started with nothing to create their powerhouse businesses.

The same can be said of J.K. Rowling, who wrote Harry Potter. She began writing with her child and found time to write her best-selling novel. Since her first novel, she has written other books in this series. Her book became a movie along with rides at Univeral Studios.

You could do the same in three steps.

Block out your writing time — you don’t need to write five hours a day to write. You might be fine with an hour or two to put your ideas to print. This could be waking up an hour earlier or going to sleep an hour later.

Manage your time — are you using your time to write or wasting it on a non-income producing activity? Ask yourself, am I currently making use of my free time?

Reward yourself — once you have met your writing goal for the day, reward yourself. This could be your favorite food, drink, or catching a movie on Netflix. There is no limit, but don’t overdo it. Let me know, are you using your time effectively?

Tom Handy is a top Investment and Bitcoin writer on Medium, and the father of two kids. He retired from the Army and sits on several non-profit boards. Tom is the top Yelper in his community and a top Google Guide. He’s on several social media channels and you can find him on Twitter @tomhandy1 and Instagram @tomhandy1.