Now What? Strategies

Ghostwriting is a partnership. You lead with your idea and I follow with my training and expertise. When we find our rhythm we glide as one…

Like anything you try for the first time, translating your ideas into compelling, engaging words can be a frustrating, exhausting experience. When you’re focused on getting it ‘just right’ you can lose your natural way of expressing yourself. When that happens, you stop having fun. And as soon as that happens, you’re done.

When you reach out to a ghostwriter, you’ve typically hit that wall. You’re not sure what’s supposed to happen. The ghostwriter is the one with the experience, so it seems as if he or she should be calling the shots. But that feels wrong. You’re the one with the story to tell. That means you should be in charge. But…

It’s okay! Relax! Here’s what you need to do…

1. Let go of that breath you’ve been holding. If you haven’t written before, there’s no reason in the world you should be great the first time you try. So stop beating yourself up. Take a fresh deep breath, let it out, and smile.

2. Keep it simple. Because it is: If you’ve hired a professional writer/ghostwriter, you get to focus on your needs. Your ghostwriter will tell you what they want from you.

3. Be open. Make the decision to let the ghostwriter get to know the real you. This is your chance to get excited about your project all over again. You get to talk and laugh and let your ghostwriter do the heavy lifting.

4. Be the boss. If there’s anything you’re not happy with, say so. Your ghostwriter needs guidance to do the job to your satisfaction, so holding back and being polite is of no help to anyone!

5. Take ownership when the job is done. Ghostwriters work anonymously by choice, not at gunpoint. Thank them appropriately for their professional commitment – that means pay them well and pay them on time – and take pride in the finished product that bears your name.

Here’s why you need to contact me…

Every major decision is worthy of a second opinion. This includes your project. Whether you’ve already chosen a ghostwriter or you’re just beginning your search, you’ll benefit from the experience and advice I can share. We can do it via email or get on the phone for a collaborative one-on-one.

I can’t wait. Can you?