Getting Organized in 2026 with Trixie Silvertale - Sell More Book Show Episode 617

Описание: What is the first step you think you can take toward organization that would actually support your creativity?

Today’s top story is Getting Your Act Together. Question of the week is What is the first step you think you can take toward organization that would actually support your creativity?

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If you’re like most authors, you came into 2026 vowing to get organized, stay focused, and make this year the best it can be. And now it’s February, and you might already be worried that you’re already not on top of things. Don’t worry, says Written Word Media’s Harshini Fernando, “You can get organized without losing your mind or your muse. Let’s break down how.” Writing can be hard enough, and that’s just one part of the author business. If you’re an author in 2026, you’re also a content creator, email marketer, data analyst, social media manager, and even (or especially) the owner of your own business. “It’s no wonder burnout is [so common],” says Fernando. “But here’s the truth: organization isn’t a luxury; it’s a survival skill.” By being more organized, you’re better able to lower stress, make better decisions, have more fun, and even take breaks without everything falling apart. That also means writing more, and without burning out. For Fernando, the cornerstone of organization is the Weekly Brain Dump. “Creativity thrives in space, not chaos,” says the author. “One of the simplest, effective tools to create that space is the weekly brain dump. Think of it as your internal decluttering session.” Set aside a few minutes, once a week, to sit down with a blank page or digital notes app and start dumping everything that’s cluttering your brain. Plot holes, email replies, newsletters, deadlines, and even non-author things like groceries. Don’t edit, just dump until you’re done, then categorize. Buckets should be simple, like writing, marketing, admin, and personal. “The magic? You go from swirling chaos to a tangible, trackable list. You can now batch, [time-block], or delegate what needs attention, freeing up brainpower for your actual writing.” Being organized doesn’t lock you in, it helps you create more sustainable systems that help you write more with less guilt, market with advanced notice, and build the author business you’ve been craving.