What running 26.2 miles taught me about my writing business

Hi Reader,

I ran the Dublin City Marathon last week.

I was wiped and sore after the race.

I spent Monday negotiating the stairs in our house sideways for a few days.

And my energy levels are only back to normal now.

The race went well.

I've run a few big-city marathons, but Dublin is my favorite.

I first ran back in 2014. I was as surprised as anyone to find myself at the start line. I didn't have a great race, but the experience motivated me to train harder for the next one.

And the one after that.

Since 2014, I've knocked over 90 minutes off my marathon time.

Seeing my times go down even as my hairline recedes feels oddly satisfying.

I don't say this to boast.

And I'm certainly not trying to become a professional runner.

But, the value lies in turning up and doing the work day after day, week after week, and month after month.

Value lies in consistency.

If a runner puts in the kilometers (or miles for US readers), avoids getting injured, and turns up at enough races, they will get the time they deserve.

The same approach applies to writing online.

If a writer or creator puts in the work, shows up daily, and makes regular offers to their audience, they will also build the business they deserve.

It won't happen overnight, but you'll get there.

So, keep going.

Write on,

Bryan Collins

PS Watch your inbox this weekend, I'm sharing more info about my upcoming Self-Editing workshop.