Early Accountability

In this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker is joined by G. Michael Hopf, a Marine veteran, USA Today bestselling author, and founder of two publishing companies. G. Michael shares his incredible journey from telling bedtime stories to his daughters to writing over 40 published books, including a breakout novel that led to a major publishing deal with Penguin Random House. Together, they dive deep into what it really takes to achieve a big goal like writing a book, focusing on the power of discipline, visualization, and staying accountable to yourself.Throughout the conversation, G. Michael offers practical tools and mindset strategies for aspiring writers, including the importance of treating writing like a job, creating a consistent writing routine, and using AI as a supportive tool rather than a replacement for creativity. He encourages listeners to stop waiting for the perfect time, stop overplanning, and simply start writing. His key message is clear and motivational: success be