Episode 24: Kendall’s Summer Reading List (and Other Updates)
A behind-the-scenes look at book writing, navigating uncertainty, and the creative works inspiring this summer’s podcast series
What do you do when business feels harder than usual, the market is shifting beneath your feet, and you’re simultaneously trying to bring your biggest creative project to life?
In this candid solo episode of The Writer’s Round, I share a personal update from the final stretch of writing my first book, reflect on the challenges of building a business during uncertain times, and introduce a brand-new summer series centered around creativity, storytelling, books, films, and artistic inspiration.
Rather than focusing on tactics or strategy, this episode explores the emotional realities of entrepreneurship, the power of long-term thinking, and why periods of uncertainty often create the clarity needed for your next chapter.
Here’s what we cover:
A behind-the-scenes update on the final sprint to complete Here to Sell and what this stage of the creative process really looks like
The financial, emotional, and creative challenges of pursuing a long-term project while running a business
Why difficult seasons often create the greatest opportunities for clarity and reinvention
How shifting market conditions are impacting service providers, consultants, and online businesses
The importance of focusing on long-term assets instead of short-term results
Why I believe many entrepreneurs are currently experiencing a collective season of transition and recalibration
How books, movies, and other forms of art shape creative thinking and strengthen storytelling skills
The surprising connection between nostalgia, creativity, and the cultural moment we’re living through
Why limiting news and social media consumption can create more space for original thought and creative work
An introduction to this summer’s special podcast series focused on books, films, creative inspiration, and the stories shaping my work
Whether you’re navigating a business pivot, working on a creative project of your own, or simply feeling the weight of an uncertain season, this episode offers an honest reminder that growth often happens in the middle of the mess—and that some of the most meaningful work requires patience, trust, and a long view.
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