Are you a ‘Write-or-Die’ Writer?

The write-or-die type of writer has been writing, or trying to write, for years. If you’re this type of writer, you may have completed and even published a book, articles, essays, or short stories. On the other hand, you could be miserably hiding behind a day job, hopeful one day you’ll find the time to write the book that’s been nipping at your ankles for years.

The problem is simple but extremely painful: You feel isolated and uncertain about the book you feel called to write, or trapped in a cycle of shame and perfectionism. Either way, it’s a miserable place to be, especially alone.

Leaders in Transition

The second type of writer is an entirely different breed. They are leaders first and writers second. If this is you, you’ve been through a major career transition, perhaps decided to start a new venture, or you’re newly retired and ready give time and space to the book you’ve been promising to write since you started your career.

Alternatively, a divorce, the death of a loved one, or another profound rupture in the status quo has changed the way you approach work and relationships.

As a result of these experiences and your natural inclination to lead others, you have hard-won wisdom to share. A leadership philosophy you know is a game-changer because you’ve lived the storm that was required to clarify this new way of doing business. Or a memoir that combines your professional and personal journey.

You see a book as part of your legacy or a deeper calling card that will establish your authority as an expert in a new arena. And like the first type of writer, you face struggles. The imposter syndrome, for example. Or maybe the strong, healthy ego that served you in your career is showing up as a more vulnerable, fearful side when you sit down to write.

Both types of writers need guidance and support.

In both cases, Lee Doyle helps writers navigate their relationship with their book, stay curious and committed to the project, and bring ideas and structure to the page.

A write-or-die writer and published author with decades of practice in the craft, Lee also spent years working alongside C-level executives and other business leaders, helping them to identify and crystallize meaningful narratives and messaging. As a seasoned marketing professional, communications writer, and published creative writer, she brings this unique perspective to both types of writers.

Get Started Now

Reach out to Lee at leowdoyle@gmail.com or (415) 302-0356 and tell her a little about your book project. If it seems like a good fit, the next step is a complimentary, 30-minute coaching call.

“Lee’s coaching style feels natural, helpful and joyful. She guided me in creating a coherent, contemporary vision of my ideas. Working with her saved me time and money. I know where my book is going because of the quality of her. She let me set the writing schedule and pace, in an order that made financial sense for me. The best news is the book is done and on its way to being published in 2026.” —Allison Broennimann, author of The Secure Self: How to Liberate Yourself From Shame and Blame For Good