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episode 414: 2024 Laptop Buying Guide for Authors
An Uber driver's most valuable asset is his car. A photographer's camera is critical. An Uber driver with a broken car can't make money, and a photographer with a cheap camera will slowly starve.
What is the critical tool for an author? What tool will help you earn money and keep you from starving?
Your laptop!
You write, edit, and promote your book on your laptop. A reliable, compatible computer is key to your success. Put another way, an old, unreliable computer is a terrible liability.
Investing in a good laptop is not just a smart move, it's a potential tax-deductible business expense for professional authors.
But how do you know what kind of laptop is best for you?
In this week's episode, you'll find out:
- What kind of speed and storage an author's laptop needs
- What to avoid when buying a laptop
- What you don't need in a laptop
Listen in or check out the blog version of this episode to find out what kind of computer will best help you in your writing career.
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