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Why Easy Wins Are Killing Your Writing Dreams: A Brutal Truth

The unseen barrier to your greatest work

Rick Martinez
2 min readAug 25, 2024
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You might think you know what’s stopping you from reaching the pinnacle of your writing career, but there’s a hidden truth you’ve likely overlooked.

It’s not about finding more time, getting the perfect writing desk, or even mastering the latest writing software. No, it’s something far more pervasive and silently destructive. As you sit down to write, this unseen barrier is quietly undermining your potential for greatness. Ready to confront the real challenge?

Let’s dive into the depths of what truly separates the dreamers from the doers in the world of writing.

Embrace Difficulty

Why embrace the grind? It separates the committed from the curious.

When things get tough, the dedicated push forward. This commitment is your first step towards outstanding achievement in writing and life. Here’s what to do next: pinpoint the part of your writing process that feels the most daunting and tackle it head-on. This might mean rewriting that first chapter that’s never felt right or fleshing out a character that’s always seemed flat.

Reject Shortcuts

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Rick Martinez
Rick Martinez

Written by Rick Martinez

💡 Creator: The 7 Day Book Writing Challenge™️ 🏋🏻‍♂️ CrossFitter 📚 Bestselling Author 👊🏼 Helping you write your book WICKED fast www.WriteYourFirstBook.com

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