1. Start small and finish something, even if it is rough round the edges; shipping a tiny, imperfect thing teaches you more than endlessly planning a masterpiece. That is why I started with Substack articles under 1000 words before tackling a full book
2. Pick a project that solves a problem you genuinely care about or tells a story you cannot let go of, because there will be long stretches where enthusiasm dips and only that “why” keeps you moving. That is why I write about AI and leadership, two things I am genuinely interested in supporting others with.
3. Treat it like a series of experiments rather than a single make‑or‑break bet: set a tiny deadline, publish, listen to feedback, and then use the next project to level up one skill at a time.
4. Don’t be afraid to learn in public – don’t care if anyone sees you fail, stumble or change direction. The indie path is about iteration, and your audience will respect the honesty more than polished perfection.
5. Don’t wait for the “perfect moment” because it will never come. Just do it. You will regret the things you DIDN'T do more than the things you did do.
Well done on your book!
Do you have any advice you would give people who are thinking to start their own indie projects, be it a book, or a game, or something else enntirely?
Thanks so much for the question.
1. Start small and finish something, even if it is rough round the edges; shipping a tiny, imperfect thing teaches you more than endlessly planning a masterpiece. That is why I started with Substack articles under 1000 words before tackling a full book
2. Pick a project that solves a problem you genuinely care about or tells a story you cannot let go of, because there will be long stretches where enthusiasm dips and only that “why” keeps you moving. That is why I write about AI and leadership, two things I am genuinely interested in supporting others with.
3. Treat it like a series of experiments rather than a single make‑or‑break bet: set a tiny deadline, publish, listen to feedback, and then use the next project to level up one skill at a time.
4. Don’t be afraid to learn in public – don’t care if anyone sees you fail, stumble or change direction. The indie path is about iteration, and your audience will respect the honesty more than polished perfection.
5. Don’t wait for the “perfect moment” because it will never come. Just do it. You will regret the things you DIDN'T do more than the things you did do.
Thats some amazing advice, thank you!