It just occurred to me: I’ve been telling people why they should write a book for a long time, and showing them how easy and quick it can be. I never thought about the flip side before.
So here are 7 reasons NOT to write a book:
- You have no urge or desire to communicate with lots of people, no advice or news you want to share with others. Good for you! Nowhere is it written that you must tell others what you know, or that you have to have a message for the world.
- Your career is just where you want it to be. You see your work life as being on track, and you are happy and fulfilled. You don’t need or want to establish yourself as an authority, or to convey to clients and others what makes you different. The Talmud says, “Who is rich? He who is content with his lot.”
- You are about doing, not writing. You are engaged with life; narrating the journey does not attract you.
- You have something to say, but you don’t want to build a business or a career around it. A blog suits you better, serving your needs without overwhelming you.
- You’re a private person and don’t want the attention.
- The thought of putting your ideas in a form that can be criticized by everyone nauseates you.
- The idea of “leaving a legacy” for family, friends, or others is of no interest; you’d rather leave acts of kindness, memories, or money.
Can you think of others? Write to me: joel@joeltrainsauthors.com
