Description
In this episode, bestselling author James Fell discusses his career journey from writing self-help and fitness books to unexpectedly finding viral success posting profanity-filled daily historical facts on social media during the pandemic, which led to a popular Substack newsletter which eventually turned into the book, On This Day In History, Shit Went Down.
He discusses the challenges of managing ADHD, anxiety, and obsession while pursuing a creative career. James also shares his concerns for the future and offers advice for success as a creative person.
Takeaways Self-help books often over-promise and lack a real plan for change. Transitioning from advising to telling stories can lead to greater success. Managing ADHD, anxiety, and obsession is crucial for a creative career. Financial motivation and flexibility in pursuing passions are key to success. Shameless promotion and creative marketing can help sell books and gain readership.
Chapters
00:00 The Disconnect with Self-Help Books
02:39 The Difficulty of Change
04:33 The Disappointment of Book Sales
06:30 Transition to Sweary Historian
08:02 Challenges During the Pandemic
09:28 The Birth of Swery History Stories
13:28 Recognizing Life-Changing Epiphanies
15:15 The Motivation of Reader Appreciation and Financial Success
17:07 The Link Between ADHD and Creativity
19:23 Managing Anxiety and Obsession
22:57 Financial Motivation and the Potential of Success
27:29 Concerns for the Future
30:19 Gun Laws and Anxiety
32:19 Rules for Success as a Creative Person
35:13 The Importance of Shameless Promotion
36:04 Closing Remarks
*Join the 5 Day Change Your Life Challenge with Jeremy's trainer Joe Villegas! Learn more here: https://www.resultswithjoe.com/
----
GUEST WEBSITE:
https://jamesfell.com/
----
MORE FROM THE FIT MESS:
Connect with us on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Tiktok
Subscribe to The Fit Mess on Youtube
Join our community in the Fit Mess Facebook group
----
LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS:
Take control of how you’d like to feel with Apollo Neuro
Explore the many benefits of cold therapy for your body with Nurecover
Muse's Brain Sensing Headbands Improve Your Meditation Practice.
Get started as a Certified Professional Life Coach!
Get a Free One Year Supply of AG1 Vitamin D3+K2, 5 Travel Packs
Revamp your life with Bulletproof Coffee
You Need a Budget helps you quickly get out of debt, and save money faster!
Use Vibrant Blue Oils to improve the flow of energy through your body.
Start your own podcast!
Nick Bracks, son of a well-known politician, opens up about his struggles with mental health and the pressure of living in the shadow of his father's success. He shares how his shyness and underlying mental health conditions were brought to the surface after a car crash that nearly killed him....
Published 06/11/24
Ever feel like the pressure to constantly improve is suffocating? This podcast episode explores letting go and giving yourself a well-deserved break.
We're all guilty of pushing ourselves too hard, causing burnout and stagnation. This episode resonates with anyone needing permission to take a...
Published 06/04/24