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You’re Thinking Too Small About Your Life Story
…and it’s killing your book before it’s written
“Stories are the most powerful weapon in a leader’s arsenal.” — Howard Gardner
When I sat down to write my first book, I thought I had it all figured out.
I was wrong.
Like most first-time authors, I focused on the big moments — the victories, the milestones, the stuff that looked good on paper. But something was missing. The story didn’t have the punch I wanted, and I couldn’t figure out why.
It took me a while to realize that the problem wasn’t with the story itself but with how I was telling it. I was too focused on the surface-level details and completely missed the heart of the narrative. I wasn’t digging deep enough. And if you’re anything like me, you might be making the same mistake.
Here’s what you need to know.
If you want your book to resonate, to truly leave a mark, you’ve got to go deeper. The surface-level stuff might get you started, but it won’t carry you through to the end.
Surface-Level Writing Is Forgettable
You want your story to stand out, right?
