Carma Spence's Blog, page 9
April 28, 2025
The Science of Creative Flow for Authors: What You Can Learn from Musicians, Athletes, and Gamers
You don’t need more discipline.
You need more dopamine.
There’s a myth many entrepreneurial authors carry like a badge of burnout: that greatness comes from grinding. That writing a strong, client-attracting book needs determination. And that you must stick to routines and train your mind to focus.
But what if the real secret isn’t in how hard you work but how well you access creative flow for authors?
Creative flow isn’t an indulgence. It’s not woo, and it’s not whimsy. It’s neuroscience in act...
April 25, 2025
Write a Book That Endures: 5 Lessons from “Finding Nemo”
5 Lessons from Finding Nemo Pixar Secrets for Nonfiction Authors Who Want to Endure
So many “gurus” are jumping on the bandwagon of “write a book fast,” sometimes even have AI write it for you so that it gets published even faster. But what if you want to write a book th...
April 24, 2025
The Slow Author Movement: Crafting Meaningful Books in a Fast-Paced World
Crafting Meaningful Books in a Fast-Paced World Why Intentional Writing Creates Deeper, More Strategic Books
Does the idea of churning out a book in record time leave you cold? Then you may be interested in the Slow Author Movement. In this episode of ...
April 23, 2025
5 Ways a Book for Business Growth Powers Your Visibility
Powers Your Visibility How Author Visibility Starts with the Right Book
Many entrepreneurs have told me that they are waiting to write their book for business growth until they have launched their speaking career, gotten on some podcasts, or achieved some other vi...
April 21, 2025
Slow Author Movement vs. Fast-Track Writing: What Builds Authority?
vs. Fast-Track Writing:
What Builds Authority? Go from chaos to clarity with slow, intentional writing.
Should you bow to the hustle culture and write your book quickly? Or should you take your time, deepen your message, and publish when the time is right? The Slow Author Movem...
April 18, 2025
Too Late to Write Your Book? 5 Reasons That’s a Lie
5 Reasons That’s a Lie Discover how age and experience fuel your best writing
Do you think you’ve missed your author boat? Do you believe it is too late to write a book? Think again! Your lived experiences make you the only person who can write your book.
...April 16, 2025
Finish Your Book with these Mindset and Workflow Hacks
Mindset and Workflow Hacks A Mindset-First Approach to Author Success
You started writing your book with excitement and vision. But now? You’re dragging. You’re doubting. Maybe you’re even ready to walk away. But before you do, I want to share five simple strategies tha...
April 14, 2025
Author Mindset Breakthroughs That Took Me from Idea to Published Book
That Took Me from Idea
to Published Book Mindset Upgrades that Banish Perfectionism and Boost Momentum
Did you know that a simple shift in your author mindset can alter your writer’s journey? Watch this video for five perspective upgrades that helped me stop dreaming an...
Can Junk Journaling Help You Write a Book That Attracts Clients? Yes—Here’s How
You know you need to write your book. But staring at a blank page feels more like a corporate performance review than a creative process. You’re stuck and are looking for anything to get unstuck! Perhaps you’ve tried walking around the block or maybe even toyed with the idea of junk journaling. Anything to break the block and bring back the spark.
Wait. What? Did I just say “junk journaling?” That artsy, scrapbook-meets-therapy trend lighting up TikTok?
Yes, I did. And you might be surprised to...
April 11, 2025
Why Books Outperform Social Media: 5 Lessons from Top Gun
5 Lessons from Top Gun Content That Lasts: Why Books Leave Social Grounded on the Runway
When it comes to building authority and making and impact, books outperform social media. Watch this video to discover how Top Gun can teach you to be a Maverick with your bo...
