My intention with every ExitLab project is to share regular updates as I build.
This eBook project didn’t quite turn out that way.
One thing I’ve already learned is that building in public also means building a lot behind the scenes.
I’d rather not publish updates just to prove that I’m working or report every step simply for the sake of consistency. I want each update to give you something you can actually use in your own projects. I won’t always get that balance right, but that’s the standard I’m aiming for.
With that said, I do have a small update today.
Why This ExitLab ebook Project Changed
The original plan was to start with a different e-book. I had already created an outline and started writing, but as I kept working, another idea started to feel stronger—more valuable to readers and much quicker to publish and test.
Just as importantly, it opens up an experiment I’ve wanted to run for years.
Instead of simply writing an e-book, I’ll also be documenting the entire publishing journey—from creating the book to publishing it on Amazon KDP, sharing what works, what doesn’t, and what I learn along the way.
Publishing books has been on my mind for years. This project finally gives me a reason to stop thinking about it and actually do it.
So I made a small change.
The original e-book isn’t cancelled—it’s simply postponed. I’ll come back to it later. For now, I’m focusing on the project that gives me the best opportunity to learn, publish sooner, and see whether readers actually want it.
What I Learned from This Project
Having a plan is important, but sometimes staying flexible when a better opportunity appears is the better decision.
Writing has been part of my life for decades. I’ve been published as a ghostwriter and have spent years writing fiction, marketing copy, and everything in between. That’s one of the income streams I believe in the most, which is exactly why I’m not giving up on e-books. I’m simply changing the order.
Next step: Finish the new e-book, publish it, and see if people actually want it.
I’m learning that building in public isn’t about sharing everything. It’s about sharing the things that are worth passing on.
After all, the ExitLab isn’t about documenting everything I do. It’s about sharing the parts that might help you build your own exit.
So let me ask you:
What kind of updates would help you the most?
Would you like to see more behind-the-scenes work? More numbers and results? More lessons learned? Or something else entirely?
I’d genuinely love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Your feedback will help shape future ExitLab reports.