Page 30 - Body of Work by Pam Slim

Of course you can have a lot more people in your circle, but if you have these bases covered, you are in excellent shape. We all need each other. What can real, live people do that books, videos, or your own brain cannot? Hold you accountable | My friend Michael Bungay Stanier, author of Do More Great Work, took a keen interest in my own crazy writing process and volunteered to be my accountability partner for writing my book. Our methods included daily e-mail check-ins about the number of words written, as well as scattered Skype chats when I get stuck or overwhelmed. Knowing that Michael is investing his time in my success makes me feel extra motivated to get the book done. Challenge your thinking | You want people in your life who will help you to think in new, different, and more nuanced ways. My friend Barbara Saunders always has a unique perspective on my work and takes the time to offer detailed comments. (Incidentally, our podcast interview about how we misjudge introverts is one of my most popular.) Balance your strengths | Chances are, if you have tremendous strengths in one area (strategic thinking, graphic design, quantum physics), you also have noteworthy weaknesses in other areas. ChangeThis | 113.01