by Pat Iyer | Aug 20, 2026 | Blog, Book writing, SS, Writing process
A client came to me recently in a bind. He’d been working on his book for months, revising chapters, sending them to a publishing company, getting feedback from the editor, and saving new drafts whenever an idea struck him at midnight. By the time he reached out to...
by Pat Iyer | Aug 14, 2026 | Blog, Book writing, Editing, SS, Writing process
A few years ago, I read a memoir by someone with a genuinely compelling story to tell, sharing the intriguing details of her husband’s involvement with underworld criminals and his unexplained death. She had a unique story. But I almost put it down after I started...
by Pat Iyer | Jun 11, 2026 | Blog, Blogging, SS, Writing process
Many business owners approach writing as something they do when they feel inspired. The problem with this approach is that the hungry blog needs to be fed regularly. Content creation consistency relies on systems, not serendipity. Has this happened to you? You get a...
by Pat Iyer | Apr 30, 2026 | Blog, Blogging, Book writing, SS
If you’ve been publishing blog posts consistently, you may be sitting on the foundation of your next book without realizing it. Instead of starting from scratch, you can shape your existing content into a focused, valuable short book that reflects your expertise and...
by Pat Iyer | Aug 19, 2025 | Blog, Book writing, Ghostwriting, SS
When people say they don’t have time to write, it’s often because they don’t know how they’re spending their time. Is this something you struggle with? Track Your Time Try this: For one week, track your day in 15-minute increments. Write down everything—emailing,...
by Pat Iyer | Aug 1, 2025 | Blog, Book writing, Editing, SS, Writing process
Have you ever said, “One day I’ll write a book”? If so, you’re in very good company. According to surveys, 81% who want to write a book – don’t. Fewer than 1% of Americans who want to write a book ever follow through. What’s stopping the rest? Not a lack...
