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Back to EpisodesFollowing Your Inner Compass - Lawrence Yeo on his creative journey, sharing ideas, self-publishing, and playing the long game
Description
Lawrence is one of my favorite creators. He shares with passion, vulnerability and care.
I chatted with Lawrence Yeo about his new book, 'The Inner Compass,' exploring themes of self-reflection, creativity, and the journey of writing and self-publishing. We discuss the importance of engaging with the world to gain a deeper understanding of oneself, the role of ambition in creative work, and the dynamics of traditional versus self-publishing.
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To find his book and support his work:
BOOK: https://compass.moretothat.com
SITE: https://moretothat.com
CHAPTERS
00:38 The Journey of Self-Reflection
01:12 Creativity and Connection
06:38 The Nature of Creativity
08:55 Success and Inner Fulfillment
16:51 The Risk of Authenticity
18:51 Self-Publishing Insights
36:51 The Power of Short Books
38:06 Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing
39:58 Creative Intentions in Writing
42:07 Overcoming Fear in Publishing Choices
44:17 The Pathless Path: Choosing Your Journey
47:48 The Next Book: Exploring Money and Identity
52:05 Innovative Approaches to Book Launches