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Sasha Wasley's avatar

Great post Sara! I am curious about how you explore opportunities with your backlist and would love to read more about that if you are interested in expanding!

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Sara Foster's avatar

Absolutely - there’s such a lot in here to expand on!

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Heather's avatar

I'm keen to hear more about this too. Thank you for such a great post!

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Michaela Ironwood's avatar

This is so helpful for an emerging writer who is approaching their first paid gig and trying to fight the imposter syndrome. Thanks so much for sharing - I will be re-reading this often!

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Sara Foster's avatar

This is so great to hear Michaela! Good luck with your first paid gig - I'm sure you'll handle it like a champ (imposter syndrome is so strange at times but so normal judging by all the amazing writers I've spoken to who have confessed to having it!)

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Michaela Ironwood's avatar

Thank you! I just keep telling myself all the authors I adore started here too 😊

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Annabel Smith's avatar

Such a great piece, Sara! It's not talked about enough and I'm glad you're bringing it out of the closet in this post, with some really helpful suggestions. I also love that you acknowledged the need for balance and pacing: "A solid financial strategy can have both short and long-term goals, and should incorporate other things we value, like our family and our health."

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Sara Foster's avatar

Really glad you enjoyed this one, Annabel - and I've always admired the way you've chatted so openly about finances too!

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Fleur McDonald's avatar

I agree either way Sara. I run three different businesses, writing and two in agriculture and it’s also damn hard to get loans from the bank for the exact reasons you first mention.

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Sara Foster's avatar

Hi Fleur! This is such a great point - I have a nightmare with bank loans too. (I can't believe you have two other businesses and so prolific in your writing - amazing!)

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Annabel Smith's avatar

I can't even get a credit card with a $3K limit!!!

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Lauren Keegan's avatar

Such helpful advice, thanks Sara.

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Sara Foster's avatar

You’re welcome - and I just saw the Indie Books shortlist - CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Terrific news.

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Lauren Keegan's avatar

Thank you! It was unexpected- but I am thrilled!

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Wolfish Words's avatar

Great post, especially at this time of the year when many of us are planning and reflecting. Thank you!

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Sara Foster's avatar

You’re welcome - so glad it’s useful!

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Kate Thompson's avatar

You hit the nail on the head every time, with such deft precision. Thank you for this articulate and compassionate piece. xx

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Sara Foster's avatar

Thanks so much Kate! Really appreciate your feedback and kind words. xx

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Maggie Szabo's avatar

Brilliant post, Sara!

Thanks for all this incredibly interesting info xx

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