What Have You Done Lately for Your Author Journey?
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Every year, I help my team write their annual goals, and a big component of this is their developmental work. I work in IT, and technology and best practices are constantly changing. As an author, you need to continue your learning experiences to stay current with trends and to hone your skills. Here are some ideas:
Take a class. Many libraries, writing organizations, and other organizations sponsor courses that appeal to writers. There are also thousands of YouTube videos that will show you how to do all kinds of things.
Learn a new technology that will help you with your marketing (editing videos, creating memes, putting together a newsletter…).
Learn how to use a social media platform that you haven’t joined yet.
Attend a workshop or an author panel. There are so many available in-person and online.
Attend a conference.
Find the SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) online. Many have websites, tutorials, podcasts, and newsletters.
Check out your local library’s website and look at all the programming and opportunities they offer.
Many alumni associations, neighborhood associations, and civic groups offer programs for their members.
Visit your local bookstores and check out their program calendars.
What else would you add to my list?
