What if I don’t know the next step?

Episode Description: In this episode of What If? For Authors, Claire tackles the question: What if I don’t know the next step? Whether you're stuck in your author career because of a lack of information, poor timing, fear-based decisions, or discomfort in the present, Claire offers insights and actionable ideas to help you move forward. She also explains how the virtues of your Enneagram type can guide you when you're feeling stuck. If you're unsure of what comes next in your author journey, this episode will provide clarity and inspiration.

Key Takeaways:

• How to identify if your next-step uncertainty is due to a lack of knowledge—and where to find reliable information.
• Why timing might be the issue and how to recognize when it's time to act.
• How fear and discomfort can mislead you into searching for "emergency exits" instead of staying the course.
• How to avoid jumping ahead to steps you're not ready for.
• Ways to use the virtue of your Enneagram type to find clarity and peace when you’re stuck.
• Why self-compassion and trust in yourself are key to navigating uncertainty.

Resources Mentioned:

• Alliance of Independent Authors
• The Creative Penn
• Kindlepreneur
• Podcasts: The Sell More Books Show, Wish I’d Known Then for Authors
• Book: The Enneagram Guide to Waking Up by Beatrice Chestnut and Uranio Paes

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Join the Conversation:
What’s keeping you from taking the next step in your author journey? Share your thoughts and questions by reaching out to Claire or joining the What If? For Authors community.

Access the transcript here.

Happy Writing!