When most people think about vision boards, they picture a quiet afternoon with magazines, scissors, glue sticks, and a poster board.

Nothing wrong with that.

But what if your vision board could do more?

What if it became a way to connect with other authors, generate content, build community, and create visibility around your goals?

That's exactly what I want to talk about in this episode of BTA Fridays – Breaking the Algorithm™.

Watch the full episode:

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What If Authors Created Vision Boards Together?

The idea came to me while thinking about all the ways authors are trying to stand out online.

Most of us are posting book promotions, launch announcements, reviews, and behind-the-scenes content.

Again, nothing wrong with that.

But sometimes the most memorable content comes from doing something different.

That's where the idea of an Author Vision Board Party came from.

Instead of creating a vision board alone, what if authors came together to create them as a group?

It could be in person.

It could be virtual.

It could be local.

It could be global.

The format doesn't matter nearly as much as the connection.

Why This Breaks the Algorithm

One of the biggest themes of BTA Fridays™ is finding ways to create meaningful visibility instead of chasing trends.

An Author Vision Board Party works because it's naturally engaging.

It's visual.

It's collaborative.

It's personal without requiring people to share every detail of their lives.

Most importantly, it gives people something worth talking about.

Instead of simply telling people your goals, you're showing them.

You're inviting them into the process.

And that creates conversations.

Virtual or In Person

One of the best things about this idea is that it works regardless of location.

If you have a local author community, you can gather at a bookstore, library, coffee shop, community center, or someone's home.

If your community is spread across different cities or countries, host it online using Zoom or StreamYard.

Either way, the objective remains the same:

Bring writers together around shared goals.

Choosing a Theme

A theme helps create focus.

Some examples might include:

Author goals for the year

Building readership

From draft to published

Launch planning

Visibility and growth

Creative goals

The theme should be broad enough that everyone can participate while still providing direction.

Make It Interactive

The real value isn't the board itself.

The value is the conversation.

Ask participants to share one goal they're working toward.

Invite them to explain why they chose certain images or words.

Create opportunities for discussion and connection.

Whether online or in person, those conversations often become the most memorable part of the experience.

Create Content Along the Way

Another reason this idea works so well is that it naturally creates content.

You can:

Take photos

Record short videos

Capture time-lapse footage

Share progress updates

Post final board reveals

Highlight participant goals

Every stage of the process becomes a content opportunity.

And because it's centered around people and stories, it feels authentic rather than promotional.

Keep the Momentum Going

The vision board isn't the finish line.

It's the starting point.

Consider hosting a follow-up check-in 30 or 60 days later.

Give participants an opportunity to talk about what they've accomplished.

Celebrate wins.

Share progress.

Encourage one another.

That follow-up conversation can be just as valuable as the original event.

Visibility Through Connection

What I love most about this idea is that it combines visibility with community.

You're not just creating content.

You're creating relationships.

You're helping authors support one another.

You're giving people a reason to stay connected.

And that's exactly the kind of thing we talk about here on BTA Fridays™.

Not chasing the algorithm.

Building something better.

Key Takeaways

Vision boards can become powerful community-building tools.

Author Vision Board Parties can be hosted virtually or in person.

The experience creates natural content opportunities.

Goal sharing encourages connection and accountability.

Follow-up check-ins help maintain momentum.

Visibility often grows through relationships, not just promotion.

Doing something different can help authors stand out.

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