Writers’ Roundup: June 21

Hey there! We’ve got lots of goodies for you this week:

• Suffering from some tough breaks lately? Not to worry; Jon Acuff reminds us that easy lives create boring stories.

• If you haven’t paid a visit to Jenny Blake’s fabulous new site yet, you’re missing out. Here, she breaks down the 9 steps behind the site build and launch.

• Seth Godin on how emotions are like cracking your knuckles. What habits are you cultivating?

• Financial steps you should take before quitting your job, from Kelly Anderson for Mint.

• Need to make more time for your side hustle? Caroline Winn offers up some great tips.

• Helpful post by Mandy Stadtmiller for xoJane: 7 networking & job pitch emails I have actually sent that helped get my foot in the door.

• So true! You’ve got to make time for what you truly want, says Jessica Lawlor.

• Lorena Grant of Big State, Big Life talks about getting uncomfortable and living a meaningful life in this TEDx talk.

Enjoy your weekend!