November 14, 2018 by Sarra Cannon
One of the things that can be hard to come to terms with about self-publishing is that self-publishing success takes time. No matter what some scam artists out there may tell you, this is not a get rich quick scheme. Not if you want an actual long-term career.
But sometimes it can be really difficult to watch others seem to find success easily or pass us by. We wonder, when will it be my turn?
The truth of the matter is, it just takes time. It takes time to build an audience, to learn to be the best writer you can be, to truly find your voice, and to figure out the right strategy for your success and style.
One of the best tips I have for you is to celebrate every single milestone along the way. The more grateful we are for every step along our journey (even the tough lessons learned), the more fulfillment we will find, even if it takes years to find what you define as success.
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Tip #2: Don’t Take Anything For Granted
Tip #4: Success Takes Time
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