Written by: Renate Prandl, Executive Contributor
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In this new economy it is a mission critical move to have your own BOOK. You stand out as the expert in your field and you also reach a wider worldwide audience. FROM PAIN to POWER NOW IS an example and read by people all over the world. In the book, Renate shares proven concepts and guidelines on how to overcome excuses and procrastination and move forward, whether it’s writing your book or moving towards your life by design. In the article, Renate Prandl shares what having written your own book can do for you in your business and life. She loves to walk the walk and prove that what she shares and teaches works.
“Writing is the painting of the voice.” – Voltaire (Francois-Marie Arout, 1694 – 1778)
I love that – “the painting of the voice”. Isn’t this beautiful? I think it is.
Voltaire was a French Enlightenment writer, historian, and philosopher. He was known for his wit, and he used his writing as an advocate for free speech, freedom of religion, and separation of church and state.
No worries, this article is not about any of that. It’s about having a book, YOUR BOOK, to share with the world what you stand for and offering your knowledge and expertise.
I myself just wrote and published my latest book “From Pain To Power Now: Your Guide To More Vitality, Prosperity, and Freedom” to help more people step into their personal POWER to lead a Lie by Design, a life on their own terms.
For those of you who are ready to take responsibility for their life, I invite you to get a copy of my 1 International bestselling book. Here is the link on Amazon.
You will learn and discover doable, proven, and sustainable tools and techniques which will shift your Mindset, help you discover your Mission, and easy to implement Moves.
Success tip: Read the book at least 3 times. Why? The first time you may only get 3%, up to 10% if you are a genius. That’s science-based, not my opinion. The second time maybe 30-40%, and then you start to understand on a deeper level. The prompts and questions help you to find your answers, answers you may have been looking for your whole life. You can go at your own speed and convenience. For those who want to take the fast track, the book mis a great starting point before you apply to work with me as your high-performance coach.
So why is it important YOU write YOUR book, be it in physical or digital form? Why is it a mission critical part of your journey to more success, influence, and impact?
Here are some of the benefits of having your own book:
Self-expression and creativity
Sharing knowledge and experiences
Establishing yourself as an expert in a field
Personal fulfilment and sense of accomplishment
Legacy building.
Self-expression and creativity through writing:
Writing a book is a way for individuals, entrepreneurs, thought leaders, speakers, coaches, anyone to communicate their thoughts, beliefs, and experiences to the world. By putting their ideas into written form, people can express themselves in a more profound and meaningful way. It’s like having a megaphone to the world reaching more people.
Writing a book can also be a form of self-discovery, allowing you to better understand your own thoughts and feelings and to articulate YOUR perspectives in a clear and concise manner. As you put your ideas onto paper, you get to REFLECT on your own thoughts and feelings in a deeper way. This can be an eye opener and therapeutic at the same time. It helped me get more clarity in some areas of my life, and some long-forgotten dreams and ideas came to the surface… maybe content for another book.
The act of writing can also provide a sense of liberation, as you are able to express yourself freely without fear of judgment or criticism. In this way, writing a book can serve as a powerful tool for self-expression and personal growth.
How do you shut up the inner critic while writing? You sit down, block time where your only objective is to write, nothing else. I personally blocked out 60-70 minutes for each chapter with no phone or social media interference. Leave what you wrote for at least a day or two before looking at it (IF you self-edit). I would highly recommend paying a professional editor, not using your close family members, as the experts have a different perspective and spot things which may probably not make sense in a certain context. Things we don’t see as we are too involved in the creative process.
Between the time of writing and publishing it’s possible that there is a sense of uncertainty or self-doubt showing up. That’s ok. Think of it as “butterflies”, of excitement and anticipation.
Additionally, the act of writing can stimulate the imagination and allow the author, you, to explore new and creative ideas. It’s like painting but painting with the voice.
Sharing knowledge and experiences:
Writing your book provides an opportunity for you to share your knowledge and experiences with others. This can take many forms, such as sharing personal stories, offering advice and guidance, or imparting information on a particular subject. Sometimes we have solutions which are regarded as nothing special, but they may make a huge impact in someone else’s life. Wouldn’t you agree that you for sure know something which will make all the difference in another person’s life.
Still not sure? Think of what people tell you that you are good at. That’s the thing you want to write about if nothing else comes to mind. You’ve just learnt how to find your topic. You are welcome ☺
Share your unique perspectives and insights, something you may have discovered after many years of learning and your own research, can enrich the lives of others, and provide them with new perspectives and understanding. Additionally, by sharing your knowledge and experiences, your expertise, you can contribute to the collective body of knowledge and help others to grow and learn. In this way, writing your book can be a meaningful and impactful way to give back to the world and make a positive difference in the lives of others. It’s not just about you. It’s about OTHERS which makes you more fulfilled and content, potentially. Fulfilment and happiness are in strong correlation with you helping others, you sharing, you giving. The more you give, the more you get. More of everything.
Establishing yourself as an expert in a field:
Writing your book can be an effective way for you to stand out from the crowd and establish yourself as the expert in your field. By writing about your area of expertise, probably a guide or “How To” manual, you can demonstrate your in-depth knowledge and understanding of a subject and share your insights with others. This is mission critical for “personal branding”.
Your book helps to build your reputation and credibility as THE expert, the go-to person in your field, which can be valuable for personal AND professional growth. Establish your unique voice and perspective in your field of expertise, introduce your own method or system for me, it’s The Renate Method™, ‒ which not only helps you differentiate yourself from your competitors, stand out in your industry, but most importantly, to become the ONLY logical choice.
Your book will provide you with opportunities to network and collaborate with others, which can help to further advance your career and goals. This may include securing higher paying positions if you are employed. Overall, writing a book is a powerful way to establish yourself as THE expert to make your mark in your industry.
Personal fulfilment and sense of accomplishment:
The process of writing and publishing a book is a major accomplishment in and of itself, and it definitely gives a sense of pride and satisfaction. I personally just LOVE this feeling of holding my new books in my hands for the very first time. It brings me joy and I make sure to celebrate this achievement. Why? Because so many people say they want to write a book, and only a very small percentage actually do the work. I
Writing is a powerful way to reflect on your life experiences and to process your thoughts and feelings in a meaningful way. Is it positive all the time? Definitely not. It can be a very profound healing process. It depends on how much you invest of yourself in the writing process, how deep you go. For me, all my books, especially my newest one “From Pain To Power Now”, helped me increase my personal awareness, lead to a greater sense of self-understanding, and personal growth. This has happened every single time I wrote a book, for myself and it has happened to other authors I spoke with as well.
Let me add that the act of writing and publishing you book (whether you publish it yourself or whether you get a publisher) can be a powerful motivator to prove to yourself of what you are capable of. It really boosts your sense of self and sense of purpose.
Legacy building:
What about leaving a lasting legacy for future generations, your family, friends, and community? How does this idea make you feel? Proud? Over the moon? Scared?
By writing your book you can share your life story which can be passed down through the years. Priceless.
Leaving a legacy means creating a lasting impact or leaving a mark on the world that will endure beyond one's lifetime, your lifetime, a lasting and meaningful impact on the world and to make a difference.
Did I write my books with the intention of leaving a legacy? To be completely honest, the answer is “No, I didn’t.” If it happens and they will have an impact on future generations, I would be more than grateful. Right now my intention is to help more people in these challenging times., right now. YOU decide for yourself. You set the intentions for your book. You are the author.
Some experts say that completing a challenging and fulfilling project, such as writing a book, can have a positive impact on mental health and well-being. The process of writing a book can provide you with a sense of purpose and direction, and can help to reduce stress and anxiety. The sense of accomplishment that comes with completing a major project can boost self-esteem and confidence, and can lead to increased feelings of happiness and well-being. Furthermore, the act of writing can be a form of self-expression and can provide individuals with an outlet for their thoughts and emotions. This can help to promote mental clarity and can provide a sense of catharsis and release. Additionally, writing a book can be a form of personal growth and self-discovery, as individuals reflect on their life experiences and gain insights into their own thoughts and feelings. Overall, writing a book can have a lasting and positive impact on mental health and well-being, and can provide individuals with a sense of fulfilment and happiness.
For me, writing my books did a bit of everything I just mentioned: increased self-esteem , more happiness, joy, higher energy, sense of fulfilment, heightened emotions, and huge gratitude. You may feel the same, similar, or completely different sensations. The experience definitely goes beyond the mere act of writing.
On a more pragmatic level, here are a few more reasons and benefits of having your own book: Having a published book can increase the author’s appeal as a speaker and opportunities for speaking engagements may arise.
Your book can serve as a source of content for speaking engagements on your own or other people’s platforms allowing you to share ideas and insights with audiences online and offline. The book may lead to the training or coaching program you offer.
It helps build your personal brand (more important than ever), increase recognition, visibility and reach on a global scale. A strong personal brand can help to build credibility and TRUST with potential clients, making it easier to secure speaking or coaching engagements. We know how important Trust is to make a prospect into a potential client.
Your book will get you into magazines, on radio and TV if you wish, and a book has a shelf life forever.
There you have it.
To learn more about the process, deal with limiting beliefs, and how to turn obstacles on your way into stepping stones, reach out to me here.
Let me share a passage from my new book to inspire and empower you. This may help those of you who tell yourself, “I don’t have time right now”. It’s a high performance tool which is made so simple than anyone can do it. It’s effective, don’t be fooled by the simplicity. This is by design so you, the reader, doesn’t have any excuses not to implement. Trust you appreciate this. I wanted to write a book you can actually use immediately to see instant shifts and changes. How is that for a change? A book teaching what works and eliminating the fluff and all the things which don’t.
This short excerpt is a bonus gift to you, dear reader, dear author. Enjoy!
“From Pain To power Now: Your Guide to More Vitality, Prosperity, and Freedom”, by Renate Prandl
Excerpt from Chapter 4: Your Superpower, p.32
[Priorities
Ask yourself:
What are my PRIORITIES?
What action is necessary to move forward?
Here's a suggestion:
Pick 2 to 3 main tasks per day which need to be done by the end of the day, no matter what.
More questions for consideration:
Which tasks do YOU personally have to do?
What are the tasks you can delegate or probably postpone?
What are the major "distractions" which keep you busy, but don't help you be more productive? Weed them out and the necessary ones will surface.
As a High Performance coach I always ask my clients to have their daily 2 to 3 mission-critical moves written down! If they are not written down and if they are not in your calendar, you will most likely get off track fast.
Write them on Post-its, in your daily online calendar, or even put them as alarms on your phone if necessary. I love to make my phone my assistant, my ally. Most superheroes have someone to help them, so do what they do.]
Renate Prandl, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine
Renate Prandl is Asia's Premier Sustainable Life Mastery Strategist, Certified Feldenkrais® Expert, sports coach, mentor, and Certified High Performance(™) coach. With over 40 years of combined experience as a Professor in a business school and entrepreneur, Renate uses a variety of proven techniques and applications to help you reach your highest potential, get to the Next Level, and potentially live your Life by Design in a holistic, doable and sustainable way. Her "Power of 3" systems help you turn obstacles into stepping stones and build Physical, Emotional, Financial Resilience. Renate is the CEO of Body & Brain, Founder of Body And Brain Mastery, International Bestselling Author of 3 books, and has lived on 3 continents. Her mission: Anything is possible.
