#13: Why Waiting for a Sabbatical to Write Your Book Could Be Holding You Back

Many academics treat a sabbatical like a magic solution for finishing their book—but is that really the best approach? In this episode, I’m breaking down the myths around sabbaticals and what it actually takes to make real progress on your academic book. Grab your headphones and your notebook because in this episode we’re getting to work. We’re going to discuss: ➡️ Why you should diversify your writing time ➡️ The danger of pinning all of your hopes on a sabbatical➡️ How to make the most of your sabbatical (hint: it requires to you get serious before the sabbatical starts)Resources mentioned in this episode: Episode #6: “Boundaries are Values in Action”📝 Do you want to write a publication-worthy book without having to work twice as hard as your peers? Learn how we can work together at rightprose.co/book-brilliance/📲 Let’s Connect! Say hi on BlueSky and share your favourite gem from this episode. I’d love to hear your thoughts!💗 Spread the inspiration. Know someone who would benefit from some guidance on their book-writing journey? Share this episode with them!✉️ Want even MORE bookish advice, right in your inbox? Sign up for Shelf Help, the newsletter with actionable tips for scholarly writers.