Is My Writing Good Enough? How to Evaluate and Improve Your Work

In this episode of The Writing Career Coach Podcast, I talk about a question that every writer has faced at some point: Is my writing actually good enough?

If you’ve ever second-guessed your work, avoided submitting pieces, or let perfectionism stall your progress, you’re not alone. I’ve been there too—and I want to help you move past that self-doubt so you can grow into the confident, capable writer you’re meant to be.

I’ll walk you through practical ways to improve your craft, build momentum, and stop the negative thoughts that keep you stuck. Whether you’re writing fiction, nonfiction, or somewhere in between, these tips will help you keep showing up to the page with purpose.

Here’s what you’ll take away:

• Write freely before you edit
• Set micro-goals to build confidence
• Dictate ideas on the go to capture creativity
• Read your work aloud using tech to spot hidden flaws
• Use public journaling to practice marketing and visibility
• Share your work with trusted readers or mentors
• Develop rhythms that build your writing habit
• Recognize that confidence comes through action, not perfection

Chapters

00:00 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Writing

03:05 Practical Tips for Improving Your Writing

05:52 Building Momentum and Confidence in Writing

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