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In this podcast episode, Matt and Christina discuss the importance of authenticity and confidence in writing. They express the importance of writers finding their personal writing style and trusting their abilities, rather than trying to emulate others. In fact, by doing so, they argue that writers can boost their creativity and potentially become more commercially successful. They also advocate listening to advice from professionals, discarding what doesn't fit, and practicing writing regularly.
The hosts share various anecdotes, including the stories of writers like Scarlett Cole and Kristen Ashley, who found success by staying true to their unique voices and writing styles.
00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter
00:35 Why Aren't You Writing to Your Potential?
00:52 The Influence of Others and Confidence in Writing
01:53 The Importance of Personal Creativity
02:14 Being the First Version of Yourself
03:16 The Need for Individuality in Writing
03:38 Going Beyond Just Being Yourself
04:01 Gaining Confidence in Your Abilities
05:00 Understanding Your Writing Process
06:06 The Role of Experts and Authors in Your Writing Journey
07:08 The Importance of Trusting Your Writing Abilities
13:10 The Dilemma of Learning Mode and Procrastination
14:07 The Impact of Criticism and the Importance of Trying
16:59 The Power of Starting and Revising
18:01 The Story of Scarlet Cole: A Fan's Perspective
18:56 The Grand Pivot: Scarlet Cole's Career Shift
19:55 The Art of Writing: First Person vs Third Person
20:47 Kristen Ashley: A Self-Publishing Success Story
23:53 The Power of Authenticity in Writing
26:58 The Importance of Revising and Editing
29:48 Understanding Your Unique Writing Style
34:47 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Failure in Writing
35:43 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information
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