To My Fellow 'Nobodies': Lessons Learned from Nao Kurosaki's Book

You want to share your thoughts and feelings. You want to polish your writing skills. You want to connect with people who share your interests. You want to establish your own brand. You want to get published... To you, who are working hard on note for any number of these 'I want to' reasons.

There is a book I want you to read, precisely because you are still a 'nobody.' It is Nao Kurosaki's 'Can I Talk About the Past for a Moment? Before I Started note.'

This book is a candid account of the tumultuous life and the path to success of Nao Kurosaki, a popular note creator with over 10,000 followers, leading up to the moment she started note.

Kurosaki started note when her independent startup company was struggling to survive due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. On the verge of life or death, she remembered a conversation about 'monetizing note' that she had heard at a cross-industry networking event she attended previously.

That's it. I'll start note.

From there, Kurosaki's dramatic turnaround began. In just one year on note, where it is said to be difficult to gain followers, she surpassed 10,000. She started a paid membership, and today, over 100 people are participating.

Did Kurosaki have a special talent? Kurosaki denies this, stating the following:

In other words, she acted, learned from those experiences, and acted again based on that learning, repeating this process with simple honesty. I understood that this is what created her current situation.

What I feel throughout this book is the powerful message that 'action changes your life.' Even in a situation that seems hopeless, you can open a path by taking action. Kurosaki's experience truly embodies this.

Another charm is her writing style. Reading her prose, which speaks to you in unadorned language, creates a sense of intimacy as if you were talking to Kurosaki herself, and you are naturally drawn in.

'If you can move now, then move.'

May these words from Kurosaki reach the hearts of everyone who wants to work hard toward their dreams.

This book is recommended not only for note beginners but also for those standing at a crossroads in life or those who want to take on new challenges. Kurosaki's words will surely give you a push.

Also, although I haven't touched upon it here, the book is full of episodes that will resonate with and provide lessons for those who want to start a business or are already doing so. As a freelancer myself, I am sure I will be re-reading this book many times.

The first note Kurosaki ever wrote

The collaborative magazine managed by Kurosaki

I am always encouraged by your 'likes' and follows.
Thank you!

After reading this book, I keenly felt the importance of connecting with others.
This was Tsukuda @ Book Editing x Author!

I will continue to do my best so that this note becomes 'a place where everyone can soothe their weary hearts and gather strength for a fresh start.' Thank you for your continued support.

Wishing you a happy day!

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