You Should Write a Book With Camille Pagán Even Better Co.

Almost everything you want is on the other side of discomfort. In this episode, Camille talks about:


Why getting it right requires your work to “feel wrong” at first.
The connection between discomfort and upleveling your author career.
How to embrace uncomfortable emotions (without being miserable all the time). 
The sneaky thought that can be a sign you’re avoiding discomfort. 

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Reaching your writing goals is going to require you to say no—sometimes even to opportunities you might want to say yes to. 


Why saying no can feel so uncomfortable (and how to do it anyway).
When it’s actually worth it to say yes. 
The serendipity of making more space for yourself and your career. 

Quick note: In today’s episode, Camille mentions and recommends Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield. 

No, writing doesn’t have to feel so hard all the time. In this episode, Camille shares:


The one question that reduced the workload on her latest revise.
Simple solutions for creating more ease in your career.
How other people are often the key to locating the “easy button” on a tricky project.

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If your last book didn’t sell well and you’re worried your publishing career is over, this episode’s for you. In it, Camille shares: 


The myth of being “unpublishable”—and the reason you probably couldn’t quit if you tried. 
The unexpected lesson she learned as a runner that made all the difference in her author career. 
Why writing a book you care about is the most important step in creating another chance.
How to make your own luck.

Rest is essential for your brain and body—and yes, for writing a good book. In this episode, Camille talks about:


The reason you probably feel restless when you’re away from your computer. 
The surprising way taking time off benefits your story. 
How to stop worrying about losing momentum and start trusting you’ll follow through.
Why rest may just be a bestseller’s best strategy. 

Whether you realize it or not, you’ve probably got some not-so-great stories about yourself—and they may be standing between you and success. In today’s episode, Camille shares:


The reasons your brain skews negative (even though it makes you feel lousy).
Why telling a better story doesn’t necessarily mean being positive. 
The research-backed benefits of taking control of your career narrative.
How to harness your own storytelling skills to reach your goals—and actually enjoy the process. 

Note: This is the last episode of season 2 of You Should Write a Book. Camille will be back with a new season and episodes May 7th. For free resources on creating an even better author career, visit evenbetter.co.