Brian Perry serves as a singer-songwriter, clarity coach, copywriter, author, and speaker. Stories are the through-line of it all, helping you live more of the story you’re longing to live. Because your story matters. His most recent book is The Myth Of Certainty…And Other Great News. And he has a new album of originals set for release in November called Yes, And.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 08:11] The Power of Writing

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper

• How stories are important and how everyone has a story to tell

• Being authentic and sharing your story can be healing for others

• How being true to yourself can help you share your story more easily and make it more universal

[08:12 - 16:45] Live More of the Story You're Longing to Live

• Creativity is a natural extension of being highly sensitive and connected to the world

• It can be found in music, words, and any activity where you are open and vulnerable

• Creativity is not something that you evolve into, it is something that you were always meant to do

• How it is a way to express yourself and connect with the world

[16:46 - 24:19] How to Write When You Don't Have Time

• How Jennifer & Brian uses writing as a form of meditation

• How it can be used to connect with the spirit or enter into a space of consciousness

• Brian shares his outlook on people's perception of writer's block

[24:20 - 31:42] Creative People Share Their Stories

• Writing is a journey with the ultimate goal of becoming a better writer

• Why writing is similar to learning to play a musical instrument

• The importance of practicing

• Why Brian started putting stickers on his car

[31:43 - 37:58] Wrapping Up!

• Creativity is about making room for the daydream and listening deeply to what comes up

• It's important to have a sense of what you're here to do and how you can serve others

You can connect with Brian at www.yesbrianperry.com and on FB, IG, & LI @yesbrianperry

Key Quotes:

"Music has the ability to kind of articulate the emotional experience of our lives in a way that helps us feel it more fully." - Brian Perry

"Music and words are how I enter and understand the world." - Brian Perry

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit Do you love the story you're living? In this episode. Brian Perry discusses the importance of storytelling and how it can be used to connect with others, share one's expertise, and achieve personal growth. He shares his tips for overcoming personal hesitation and fear to share your story. Brian digs into how by sharing your story, you can connect with yourself and find inspiration. If you're interested in learning more about living the story you're longing to live, be sure to listen to this episode of the podcast!

Brian Perry serves as a singer-songwriter, clarity coach, copywriter, author, and speaker. Stories are the through-line of it all, helping you live more of the story you’re longing to live. Because your story matters. His most recent book is The Myth Of Certainty…And Other Great News. And he has a new album of originals set for release in November called Yes, And.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 08:11] The Power of Writing

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper

• How stories are important and how everyone has a story to tell

• Being authentic and sharing your story can be healing for others

• How being true to yourself can help you share your story more easily and make it more universal

[08:12 - 16:45] Live More of the Story You're Longing to Live

• Creativity is a natural extension of being highly sensitive and connected to the world

• It can be found in music, words, and any activity where you are open and vulnerable

• Creativity is not something that you evolve into, it is something that you were always meant to do

• How it is a way to express yourself and connect with the world

[16:46 - 24:19] How to Write When You Don't Have Time

• How Jennifer & Brian uses writing as a form of meditation

• How it can be used to connect with the spirit or enter into a space of consciousness

• Brian shares his outlook on people's perception of writer's block

[24:20 - 31:42] Creative People Share Their Stories

• Writing is a journey with the ultimate goal of becoming a better writer

• Why writing is similar to learning to play a musical instrument

• The importance of practicing

• Why Brian started putting stickers on his car

[31:43 - 37:58] Wrapping Up!

• Creativity is about making room for the daydream and listening deeply to what comes up

• It's important to have a sense of what you're here to do and how you can serve others

You can connect with Brian at www.yesbrianperry.com and on FB, IG, & LI @yesbrianperry

Key Quotes:

"Music has the ability to kind of articulate the emotional experience of our lives in a way that helps us feel it more fully." - Brian Perry

"Music and words are how I enter and understand the world." - Brian Perry

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with an aspiring writer. For weekly inspiration listen to previous episodes on Overcast, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Wayne Mullins is a husband, father of 4, founder, CEO, entrepreneur, and author. He’s a generous soul, a risk taker, and an out-of-the-box, against-the-grain thinker and leader. Over the past 20 years, Wayne has scaled multiple companies and helped hundreds of entrepreneurs do the same with their companies. Wayne influences more than 250,000 entrepreneurs annually through his blog, books, and training programs and has personally worked with clients in over 100 industries - from every corner of the globe. 

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 08:11] The Power of Community in Book Marketing

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper

• Wayne shares what the Full Circle Marketing book is about

• The marketing process in a simple, human psychology-based way

• Why it is important to have an existing audience when you're launching a book

[08:12 - 15:58] Tips for Authors New to Marketing

• Wayne recommends creating tools and community around your book early on in the process

• What you need to be successful in a group setting

• Create community through social media platforms like Facebook and email lists

• Surveying people for their opinion on a particular topic is a great way to market a book

[15:59 - 24:02] How to Write a Book in Less Than a Year

• Where the author's income comes from

• Speaking engagements, consulting engagements, and royalties from eBooks or paperbacks

• When writing a book, make sure to prioritize the important over the urgent

• Writing is a long-term investment nor an immediate payoff

[24:02 - 31:23] You Can Write Anywhere

• Outlining can help you remember the flow of your book and find topics to write about

• You should work with clients who have a growth mindset and are entrepreneurial

[31:23 - 37:08] Wrapping Up!

• Books that have inspired Wayne

• You should write a book if you have a business and are considering positioning it in the marketplace

Want to connect with Wayne? Follow him on LinkedIn. Head to Ugly Mug Marketing, and create a message that resonates with your audience!

Key Quotes:

"Always look for ways and opportunities to create community." - Wayne Mullins

"Writing a book is truly important and you should always prioritize the important over the urgent." - Wayne Mullins

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out...]]>Are you building a community that can help you get the word about your book out there? In this episode, Wayne Mullins, a marketing expert, delves into meaningful tips and tricks for marketing your book. He points out the importance of creating resources and tools related to the book's topic and starting a community around these resources to engage with your audience. Wayne recommends pricing your book according to the market and thinking about ways to use your book other than just selling copies. Tune in to learn more about how you can use your story to create success for yourself!

Wayne Mullins is a husband, father of 4, founder, CEO, entrepreneur, and author. He’s a generous soul, a risk taker, and an out-of-the-box, against-the-grain thinker and leader. Over the past 20 years, Wayne has scaled multiple companies and helped hundreds of entrepreneurs do the same with their companies. Wayne influences more than 250,000 entrepreneurs annually through his blog, books, and training programs and has personally worked with clients in over 100 industries - from every corner of the globe. 

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 08:11] The Power of Community in Book Marketing

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper

• Wayne shares what the Full Circle Marketing book is about

• The marketing process in a simple, human psychology-based way

• Why it is important to have an existing audience when you're launching a book

[08:12 - 15:58] Tips for Authors New to Marketing

• Wayne recommends creating tools and community around your book early on in the process

• What you need to be successful in a group setting

• Create community through social media platforms like Facebook and email lists

• Surveying people for their opinion on a particular topic is a great way to market a book

[15:59 - 24:02] How to Write a Book in Less Than a Year

• Where the author's income comes from

• Speaking engagements, consulting engagements, and royalties from eBooks or paperbacks

• When writing a book, make sure to prioritize the important over the urgent

• Writing is a long-term investment nor an immediate payoff

[24:02 - 31:23] You Can Write Anywhere

• Outlining can help you remember the flow of your book and find topics to write about

• You should work with clients who have a growth mindset and are entrepreneurial

[31:23 - 37:08] Wrapping Up!

• Books that have inspired Wayne

• You should write a book if you have a business and are considering positioning it in the marketplace

Want to connect with Wayne? Follow him on LinkedIn. Head to Ugly Mug Marketing, and create a message that resonates with your audience!

Key Quotes:

"Always look for ways and opportunities to create community." - Wayne Mullins

"Writing a book is truly important and you should always prioritize the important over the urgent." - Wayne Mullins

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with an aspiring writer. For weekly inspiration listen to previous episodes on Overcast, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Laura Temin, is a Psychotherapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Marriage & Family Therapist. She is the Founder and Clinical Director of Professional Hypnosis Institute LLC, the only state-authorized school of Clinical, Medical, and Integrative Hypnotherapy in the state of Georgia for over 23 years. Laura spent decades working alongside business, government, and healthcare-- educating and helping people to break habits, conquer addictions and reach personal and professional goals, particularly those for which traditional methods failed.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 09:52] How to Write a Book: Tips from Laura Timon

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper

• How the mind works and how past experiences can interfere with our goals

• Laura's outlook on blocks and how to overcome them to write a book

• Laura's experience in psychotherapy, hypnosis, and integrated hypnotherapy

[09:53 - 20:56] How to Survive the Writing Process

• How people forget the context in which things happen and generalize

•  The beauty of the hand holding 

• Laura digs into how often people don't know who they are

• The difference between you belong and you're accepted versus feeling you don't measure up

[20:57 - 33:24] How to Overcome Blocks and Write a Book

• Laura stresses out why hypnosis is a state of overload

• The key to successful writing is understanding your process and setting realistic expectations for yourself

• There are many things you can do when you find yourself stuck

• Exploring your thoughts and beliefs, setting realistic expectations, and turning negative self-talk around

[33:25 - 46:24] Wrapping Up!

• How left-brain dominant people and right-brain dominant people's writing process works

• The importance of practice and how it can help a person learn new information

Want to connect with Laura? Follow her on LinkedIn. Head to her website to learn more about her work.

Key Quotes:

"To be able to honor you know who we are to understand who we are and to be able to work based on who we are would make a huge difference." - Laura Temin

"Having someone who could hold our hand through it and guide us makes a really big difference." - Laura Temin

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with an aspiring]]>Are you aware of how understanding one's natural ability and limitations can be helpful in achieving goals? In this episode, Laura Temin, the Founder and Clinical Director of Professional Hypnosis Institute LLC, offers amazing tips on how to approach writing a book, stay organized, and overcome fear and overwhelm. She digs into the brain function of different types of writers and how they work best. She also highlights how hypnosis can help people learn new behaviors and overcome obstacles. So if you're looking to start writing your book or want to better understand your own limits, be sure to tune in to this podcast episode!

Laura Temin, is a Psychotherapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Marriage & Family Therapist. She is the Founder and Clinical Director of Professional Hypnosis Institute LLC, the only state-authorized school of Clinical, Medical, and Integrative Hypnotherapy in the state of Georgia for over 23 years. Laura spent decades working alongside business, government, and healthcare-- educating and helping people to break habits, conquer addictions and reach personal and professional goals, particularly those for which traditional methods failed.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 09:52] How to Write a Book: Tips from Laura Timon

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper

• How the mind works and how past experiences can interfere with our goals

• Laura's outlook on blocks and how to overcome them to write a book

• Laura's experience in psychotherapy, hypnosis, and integrated hypnotherapy

[09:53 - 20:56] How to Survive the Writing Process

• How people forget the context in which things happen and generalize

•  The beauty of the hand holding 

• Laura digs into how often people don't know who they are

• The difference between you belong and you're accepted versus feeling you don't measure up

[20:57 - 33:24] How to Overcome Blocks and Write a Book

• Laura stresses out why hypnosis is a state of overload

• The key to successful writing is understanding your process and setting realistic expectations for yourself

• There are many things you can do when you find yourself stuck

• Exploring your thoughts and beliefs, setting realistic expectations, and turning negative self-talk around

[33:25 - 46:24] Wrapping Up!

• How left-brain dominant people and right-brain dominant people's writing process works

• The importance of practice and how it can help a person learn new information

Want to connect with Laura? Follow her on LinkedIn. Head to her website to learn more about her work.

Key Quotes:

"To be able to honor you know who we are to understand who we are and to be able to work based on who we are would make a huge difference." - Laura Temin

"Having someone who could hold our hand through it and guide us makes a really big difference." - Laura Temin

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with an aspiring writer. For weekly inspiration listen to previous episodes on Overcast, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Vince Nepolitan was born in an underprivileged area in Las Vegas. He had a tough time growing up – losing most of his family members to drug overdose and dealing with his parent's abandonment. Even though he did not have it easy growing up – his father even convinced him to sell drugs at school – Nepolitan continued to struggle and made something of himself. Today, he is a successful man who is living his happily ever after with his two kids, who genuinely respect and love their father for all the sacrifices he made for them.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 08:32] Opening Up About His Trauma

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper
• Vince talks about his book Renovation Me
• Sharing your traumatic story is courageous and therapeutic at the same time

[08:33 - 17:42] Overcoming The Fear of Being Judged

• No matter what you do, people are going to judge you
• You need to share your story because you never know whether it will inspire others and help them open up 
• Set yourself free by learning to forgive and let go

 [17:43 - 30:22] Love Your Work and Success Will Follow

• Vince shared the methods that helped him complete his book
• He draws inspiration from seeing his children grow
• He blends his book with his career and self-promotes at every opportunity he gets
• Vince became Amazon’s bestseller without paid advertisement

 [30:23 - 38:40] Wrapping Up!

• Vince’s advice to people who want to write a book: Do voice memos, read and listen to it
• Don’t be afraid to write your story. You are your best critic.
• Check out Renovate Me at https://renovatemevn.com

Want to connect with Vince? Visit renovatemevn.com and email him at askmrrenovation@gmail.com 

Key Quotes:

“You do not have to be a prisoner of your past. And you just have to escape those chains and break free.” - Vince Nepolitan

“Everybody's got a story. And it doesn't have to be an inspirational autobiography, it can be about your life experiences, if you were a military person, if you're writing something about your career and how to help people be successful in their career, or whatever it's about, be proud of it and promote it and take it with you everywhere.” - Vince Nepolitan

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out]]>It’s true that your current life is an outcome of your past decisions and choices, but the future is determined by how you act at the moment. That gives you chance to have a better one. In this episode, Vince Nepolitan shares how he was able to open up to his traumatic experiences growing up and have the courage to write a book about it to be shared with the world.

Vince Nepolitan was born in an underprivileged area in Las Vegas. He had a tough time growing up – losing most of his family members to drug overdose and dealing with his parent's abandonment. Even though he did not have it easy growing up – his father even convinced him to sell drugs at school – Nepolitan continued to struggle and made something of himself. Today, he is a successful man who is living his happily ever after with his two kids, who genuinely respect and love their father for all the sacrifices he made for them.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 08:32] Opening Up About His Trauma

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper
• Vince talks about his book Renovation Me
• Sharing your traumatic story is courageous and therapeutic at the same time

[08:33 - 17:42] Overcoming The Fear of Being Judged

• No matter what you do, people are going to judge you
• You need to share your story because you never know whether it will inspire others and help them open up 
• Set yourself free by learning to forgive and let go

 [17:43 - 30:22] Love Your Work and Success Will Follow

• Vince shared the methods that helped him complete his book
• He draws inspiration from seeing his children grow
• He blends his book with his career and self-promotes at every opportunity he gets
• Vince became Amazon’s bestseller without paid advertisement

 [30:23 - 38:40] Wrapping Up!

• Vince’s advice to people who want to write a book: Do voice memos, read and listen to it
• Don’t be afraid to write your story. You are your best critic.
• Check out Renovate Me at https://renovatemevn.com

Want to connect with Vince? Visit renovatemevn.com and email him at askmrrenovation@gmail.com 

Key Quotes:

“You do not have to be a prisoner of your past. And you just have to escape those chains and break free.” - Vince Nepolitan

“Everybody's got a story. And it doesn't have to be an inspirational autobiography, it can be about your life experiences, if you were a military person, if you're writing something about your career and how to help people be successful in their career, or whatever it's about, be proud of it and promote it and take it with you everywhere.” - Vince Nepolitan

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with an aspiring writer. For weekly inspiration listen to previous episodes on Overcast, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Phil Johnson is the founder of Master of Business Leadership, Inc. For the past 21 years, he has been an executive coach helping executives and organizations to bet on themselves by developing their emotional intelligence. MBL program alumni are currently living in the US, Canada, the UK, Europe, Japan, Germany, Bosnia, Africa, Australia, the Middle East, and Saudi Arabia. 

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 09:57] How to Develop Your Emotional Intelligence to Succeed

• Phil shares his background and work

• Why Phil believes that emotional intelligence is critical for authors to develop

• It can help authors move through fear and anxiety to achieve their desired results

[09:58 - 19:42] Emotional Intelligence Is the Future of Organization Development

• The development of emotional intelligence is essential for reducing drama chaos and conflict in the world

• How emotional intelligence allows individuals to coexist with fear and anxiety

• Why the future of organizational development is based on the development of emotional intelligence.

[19:43 - 29:03] AnExperiential Process

• Emotional intelligence is a key part of the success

• Why developing emotional intelligence increases creativity

• To develop emotional intelligence, it is important to have a guide to take you through the process

[29:04 - 37:36] Connect with Your Passion

• How Phil used emotional intelligence to develop himself

• Why he created the Master of Business Leadership Program

• What will lead to increases in drama chaos and conflict

[37:37 - 41:44] Wrapping Up!

• Phil's thoughts on the current state of humanity and the challenges we face

• The development of our emotional intelligence is key to our survival as a species

Want to connect with Phil? Follow him on LinkedIn and schedule a zoom call on Calendly Learn more about his work on Amazon.

Resources Mentioned:

• Master of Business Leadership Podcast

• Executive Alumni Videos

Key Quotes:

"Developing our emotional intelligence increases our trustability with others." - Phil Johnson

"The development of our emotional intelligence creates higher levels of consciousness and inspirational leadership." - Phil Johnson

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn:...]]>If we want to see change happen on a global scale, we need to start with ourselves and learn to develop our emotional intelligence. In this episode, Phil Johnson discusses how the importance of emotional intelligence and how it works to multiply the effectiveness of our efforts. He talks about why emotional intelligence played a role in his life when he was younger and how it helped him to achieve greater personal and professional success. Listen and enjoy!

Phil Johnson is the founder of Master of Business Leadership, Inc. For the past 21 years, he has been an executive coach helping executives and organizations to bet on themselves by developing their emotional intelligence. MBL program alumni are currently living in the US, Canada, the UK, Europe, Japan, Germany, Bosnia, Africa, Australia, the Middle East, and Saudi Arabia. 

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 09:57] How to Develop Your Emotional Intelligence to Succeed

• Phil shares his background and work

• Why Phil believes that emotional intelligence is critical for authors to develop

• It can help authors move through fear and anxiety to achieve their desired results

[09:58 - 19:42] Emotional Intelligence Is the Future of Organization Development

• The development of emotional intelligence is essential for reducing drama chaos and conflict in the world

• How emotional intelligence allows individuals to coexist with fear and anxiety

• Why the future of organizational development is based on the development of emotional intelligence.

[19:43 - 29:03] AnExperiential Process

• Emotional intelligence is a key part of the success

• Why developing emotional intelligence increases creativity

• To develop emotional intelligence, it is important to have a guide to take you through the process

[29:04 - 37:36] Connect with Your Passion

• How Phil used emotional intelligence to develop himself

• Why he created the Master of Business Leadership Program

• What will lead to increases in drama chaos and conflict

[37:37 - 41:44] Wrapping Up!

• Phil's thoughts on the current state of humanity and the challenges we face

• The development of our emotional intelligence is key to our survival as a species

Want to connect with Phil? Follow him on LinkedIn and schedule a zoom call on Calendly Learn more about his work on Amazon.

Resources Mentioned:

• Master of Business Leadership Podcast

• Executive Alumni Videos

Key Quotes:

"Developing our emotional intelligence increases our trustability with others." - Phil Johnson

"The development of our emotional intelligence creates higher levels of consciousness and inspirational leadership." - Phil Johnson

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with an aspiring writer. For weekly inspiration listen to previous episodes on Overcast, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Ellen Nichols grew up in the American Deep South, but with a spirit of adventure. She went up to Toronto, Canada, for graduate school and stayed for fifty years. She has been writing for a living for years, but always for someone else. Her grant proposals, direct marketing letters, and especially her thank you letters are legendary. Canadians loved her tales about her Southern life so much, that she decided to write them down and they became Remember Whose Little Girl You Are.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 08:51] The Flavor of the Deep South

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com/ (https://execuwright.com) to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

• Ellen shares her story and background

• Growing up in South Alabama and moving to Toronto

• Make sure to get a copy of Remember Whose Little Girl You Are

[08:52 - 17:37] Remember Whose Little Girl You Are

• The courage it took Ellen to write her stories down and share them with the world

• What Ellen enjoyed the most about the writing process

• Some challenges Ellen faced during her writing process

[17:38 - 26:18] Honesty Is the Best Policy

• How Ellen has promoted her book and why it has been innovative

• Showing a different view of the south during the civil rights era

• Some reviews of Remember Whose Little Girl You Are

[26:19 - 32:32] Wapping Up!

• It never hurts to reach out and connect with people from the past

• Ellen shares the books that have inspired her

• Ellen is currently working on her second memoir

Learn more about Ellen and her adventures at https://ellennichols.com/

Key Quotes:

"Honesty pays off because it made me feel good that I told the truth." - Ellen Nichols

"It never hurts to reach out and touch people from the past. You never know who might be interested in your book." - Ellen Nichols

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with an aspiring writer. For weekly inspiration listen to previous episodes on Overcast, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 07:07] 4 Simple Steps for Book Writers

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com/ (https://execuwright.com) to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

• An overview of self-care for writers

• What you should consider getting your book done

• Make sure you have time and space to write

[07:08 - 14:17] Staying Motivated to Write

• The importance of setting goals and having grace and forgiveness for yourself when you don't meet them

• Why having someone who you can talk to regularly about your progress is key

• Find an accountability partner who can help you stay on track

[14:18 - 20:35] Wrapping Up!

• Why Jennifer believes having a partner to work side by side makes the difference

Key Quotes:

"Give yourself grace. Give yourself forgiveness. Don't be so hard on yourself." - Jennifer Wright

"Instead of punishing yourself when you don't meet a goal, reward yourself when you do and it'll make you feel so much better." - Jennifer Wright

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with an aspiring writer. For weekly inspiration listen to previous episodes on Overcast, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Anita is a Certified Relationship Coach and Licensed Massage Therapist. Her mission is to help enhance family well-being by incorporating therapeutic touch into their everyday life. She does this by providing education and resources to help build and maintain healthy relationships using positive touch. Through her online courses and live seminars, she shows moms how to parent with more ease and flow to prevent overwhelm and burnout.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 08:26] 5 Truths I Told That Are Actually Lies 

• Anita's background and work

• The founder of Village Academy for Families

• Check out Confessions of "The Good Mom"

[08:27 - 16:14] Writing and Publishing a Successful Book

• Anita shares her process for writing the book

• The most challenging part of writing a book

• Why Anita has been doing Facebook live sessions and networking events

[16:15 - 24:25] Navigate the Work-Life Balance

• Anita's outlook on receiving feedback

• What the mom coaching program is about

• How to help busy mothers navigate through stress

[24:25 - 25:49] Wrapping Up!

• Anita shares the books that she like the most

Key Quotes:

"Doing something for the first time is going to be great. It's gonna be wonderful and beneficial, but you are always going to look back and say, I could have done something different." - Anita Prendergast

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

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Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 08:19] Becoming a Bestselling Author

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

• Tyler shares his story of how he became a bestseller and how their business has evolved over the years

• Why Tyler decided to build a company that helps authors get published, edited, and marketed their books

[08:20 - 16:14] How to Predict When a Book Will Hit the New York Times

• The key to success for clients using the services of a book promotion company

• It is important to know when high-profile celebrities are releasing books so that one's campaign can be timed accordingly

[16:15 - 24:10] How to Use a Book to Grow Your Business

• How a book can be a valuable investment, with potential benefits and opportunities for success

• Give away information and advice to increase one's credibility and visibility

• Books can be an effective way to deliver value and build trust with clients

[24:11 - 34:52] Leveraging Your Business to Help Authors

•Tips for marketing a book without spending a lot of money

• Check out The Infinite Partnership System

• How reaching out to people in your industry can help you build referrals

[34:53 - 40:08] Wrapping Up!

• Tyler shares the books that have inspired him

Want to connect with Tyler? Follow him on LinkedIn, and Instagram. Check out Authors Unite, and discover how to úblish a book and make a real impact!

Key Quotes:

"You should just deliver as much value as you can in it. Don't try to like, hold anything back ." - Tyler Wagner

"It opens a lot of doors and it just like, it, it can be the foundation of your entire brand and makes life easier too." - Tyler Wagner

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

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Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 08:20] How to Use Your Book to Boost Your Career

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Doug Tatum shares his insights on how to use his book No Man's Land to help middle-market companies grow

Why Doug decided to write the book

Anyone who wants to write a book start by capturing their thoughts in a pamphlet first

[08:20 - 17:54] The Process of Turning Your Ideas into a Published Work

How Doug found the book opened up opportunities for him in the public speaking arena and the field of business

Why books can be powerful tools for career growth why people use them as a way to establish themselves as thought leaders

A good writer should be able to create consistency of voice, be good at getting things done succinctly, and be able to tell a story

[17:55 - 26:42] Entrepreneurship: It's All About Story

How a book can help entrepreneurs make a personal connection with listeners

Why entrepreneurs should test their ideas by writing articles or other content

Books that have inspired Doug and that he recommends

[26:43 - 29:00] Wrapping Up!

How profits are derived and how the public thinks they are derived

Doug encourages listeners to join a community of writers and authors to gain a better understanding of the industry and how it works

Key Quotes:

"It's very easy to get caught up in all the data and forget about the story." - Doug Tatum

"If there's something that you feel you need to say, document, and elicit, if you will, or illuminate, then it doesn't matter who, what or when somebody wants to read it." - Doug Tatum

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

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Key Highlights: 

[00:01 - 04:22] Getting The Words Out

How our stories are powerful and can help us to learn important lessons that we can then use to teach others.

You should get help from friends or family or a professional editor if you feel like you're not a good writer

What you can do if you're struggling with the idea of writing your book

[04:23 - 13:11] A Book Can Be A Powerful Tool

Jennifer shares relevant tips oof what can help to get the words out more easily

Different ways that can help you improve your writing skills

Why writing a book is useful for marketing yourself and establishing your credibility

[13:12 - 21:42] Stop Telling Yourself That You're Not Good At Writing

It is important to keep writing even if you don't have any ideas for what to write about

Why having a book set people who are in corporate careers apart

The reason why a book shows your skillset and its value

[21:43 - 23:23] Wrapping Up!

What can help you to improve your skills and find your voice

Key Quotes: 

"Whatever you need to do to get the words out. Once you have the words on paper, then it's just a matter of editing." - Jennifer Wright

"Writing partner is not just an editor. A writing partner would sit down with you and really dig in and ask you questions and help you write the content." - Jennifer Wright

"Just release the idea, and stop telling yourself that you're not good at it." - Jennifer Wright

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start?

Visit https://execuwright.com (https://execuwright.com) to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/

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Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 09:20] A Journey of A Family Who Goes Through Tough Times

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An overview of Buried But Never Forgotten

What led Elisa to make the decision that she really needed to write a book

[09:21 - 19:13] Let Go Of Perfectionism And Allow Oneself To Be Creative

Elisa's methodical approach to writing

The importance of writing with a purpose and how to create believable characters

How visualization can help to create a strong connection with readers

[19:14 - 30:00] It Takes Practice To Become A Good Writer

Having a good editor who will be honest with you and help you refine your work is key

Elisa discloses how the book is a fun, exciting, and scary journey that opens up to the reader within their own world

Elisa's process of reading and choosing books to read, as well as her favorite books

[30:01 - 35:40] Wrapping Up!

The importance of reading and writing what you love

How reading other works really has given Elisa permission to really expand her consciousness

Key Quotes:

"When you start to write you just got to go into the flow of it and then things will come out." - Elisa Chastaine

"Most people who are writers are readers. But that's one of the things I always encourage. Read more and more of what you love." - Elisa Chastaine

"Come up with things that are so incredibly creative and well thought through." - Elisa Chastaine

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start?

Visit https://execuwright.com (https://execuwright.com) to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/

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 Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 09:33] Doree’s Journey Writing a Book

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Doree’s experience writing Seriously?: How I Went From a Hot Mess to a Daring Badass

Why she has never considered herself an author until she started to speak about her story

Doree’s motivation to finish the book

 [09:34 - 19:50] Dreams Can Be Helpful in The Process of Writing a Book

 Why it is very difficult writing a book and even more sharing one's story

How Doree keeps track of her ideas and stories

Ways that can be helpful in terms of creativity

How morning pages can help clear your mind and how meditation can help you script your process

[19:51 - 29:22] Stay  Away From People Who May Not Support Your Goal

Being an international best-seller requires a different level of marketing than being a local best-seller

How writing can be therapeutic for survivors of trauma

Doree encourages others to get involved in collaborative writing

[29:23 - 32:39] Wrapping Up!

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

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Resources Mentioned: 

The Dragon Slayer's Handbook: Letters Of Victory From Queens Of Battle To Empower The Next Generation Of Dragon Slayers

  “If you can tap into your inner badass, anything is possible.” In this episode, we have an incredible conversation with  Doree O'Neal a  #1 Amazon International Best-Selling author, an inspirational speaker, and a mindset coach. She specializes in helping women that feel stuck and uninspired to find their inner daring badass. She is a strong believer that we are on this earth to thrive, not just survive.  Doree is a grateful, recovering, thriving woman that is living her life purpose of helping others. She explains how reading can help you to develop a more positive mindset, and how writing a book can be a challenge but also an amazing experience. She shares how her writing process is like a puzzle piece that starts with jotting down ideas on paper and then gradually evolves into a finished product. Listen and enjoy!

 Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 09:33] Doree’s Journey Writing a Book

 This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Doree’s experience writing Seriously?: How I Went From a Hot Mess to a Daring Badass

Why she has never considered herself an author until she started to speak about her story

Doree’s motivation to finish the book

 [09:34 - 19:50] Dreams Can Be Helpful in The Process of Writing a Book

 Why it is very difficult writing a book and even more sharing one's story

How Doree keeps track of her ideas and stories

Ways that can be helpful in terms of creativity

How morning pages can help clear your mind and how meditation can help you script your process

[19:51 - 29:22] Stay  Away From People Who May Not Support Your Goal

Being an international best-seller requires a different level of marketing than being a local best-seller

How writing can be therapeutic for survivors of trauma

Doree encourages others to get involved in collaborative writing

[29:23 - 32:39] Wrapping Up!

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

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Resources Mentioned: 

The Dragon Slayer's Handbook: Letters Of Victory From Queens Of Battle To Empower The Next Generation Of Dragon Slayers

 Dragon Slayers Wear Lipstick: Epic Tales of Women Who Have Slayed Their Dragons and Rule Their Queendom

Key Quotes: 

“There's lots of wonderful women out there or men that are putting together these collaboration books that you can definitely get involved in and at least get your feet wet in a collaboration book.." - Doree O'Neal

"Wear lipstick and each story is about a woman that's been through something that was life-changing." - Doree O'Neal

Thank you for joining us on The Author's Way podcast!

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 06:54] How to Make The Most Out of Your Investment

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How you can get the most value from your book writing investment 

You need to make sure that you're writing the book that is best for you and for your audience

There are three types of authors: business owners, executives, and charities 

 [06:55 - 15:50] Writing A Book Can Set You Apart

 Write a book to establish your credibility and skills

Why writing a book can help you to stand out in a competitive field

The benefits of writing a book for charities and foundations

[15:51 - 19:32] Using Your Book As A Fundraiser

How you can use profits from your book to help support your charity or career

How you can work to get your book into more hands 

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

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Key Quotes: 

“When you start thinking about what you can do in addition to just selling your books, it really raises the value of the book." - Jennifer Wright 

"Having a book really helps you to build relationships. It helps you to establish credibility." - Jennifer Wright

Michael is an American entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, and politician. Coles was the co-founder of Great American Cookie Company and former CEO of Caribou Coffee. He was the 1996 Democratic nominee for the house of representatives in the Sixth District of Georgia and the 1998 Democratic nominee for the U.S senate. In 1994 Kennesaw State University named its school of business the Coles College of Business. This is going to be another value-bomb episode! Let’s get right to it.

[00:00-07:36]  Opening Segment

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!  
• Michael’s story: Growing up in a poor family to being a successful author, entrepreneur
• How Cookies Coffee and a Crash Led to Success in Business and Life: 25 years in the making

[07:37-24:45] Overcoming Your Goliath

• Overcoming failures and persevering amidst adversities
• Build a better life. Take risks
• How his tragic motor accident turned into a triumph
• Understanding and experiencing the true meaning of bankruptcy at a young age
• What Michael gains by writing a book
• Michael's commitment to supporting veterans and how his book contributes to the foundation

[24:46-41:03] Wrapping Up!

• What’s next for Michael and his advocacy
• How you could help the foundation (link below.)
• The writing process that works for Michael
• Michael’s recommended books

Key Quotes

“The difference between success and failure is always how you deal with the unexpected.” - Michael J. Coles

Resources Mentioned

The Reckoning by David Halberstam

Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done

Connect with Michael on LinkedIn!

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can]]>Something powerfully written has the capacity to inspire, motivate, and transform lives, minds, and even history. Those that use writing as a creative tool do so to express their creativity, thoughts, ideas, and feelings, as well as to assist others in learning or doing something, or just to write. Top that with a story that your readers can relate to and you create an influential message that inspires and even change the readers’ lives. This is what’s been like for our guest today, Michael J. Coles.

Michael is an American entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, and politician. Coles was the co-founder of Great American Cookie Company and former CEO of Caribou Coffee. He was the 1996 Democratic nominee for the house of representatives in the Sixth District of Georgia and the 1998 Democratic nominee for the U.S senate. In 1994 Kennesaw State University named its school of business the Coles College of Business. This is going to be another value-bomb episode! Let’s get right to it.

[00:00-07:36]  Opening Segment

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!  
• Michael’s story: Growing up in a poor family to being a successful author, entrepreneur
• How Cookies Coffee and a Crash Led to Success in Business and Life: 25 years in the making

[07:37-24:45] Overcoming Your Goliath

• Overcoming failures and persevering amidst adversities
• Build a better life. Take risks
• How his tragic motor accident turned into a triumph
• Understanding and experiencing the true meaning of bankruptcy at a young age
• What Michael gains by writing a book
• Michael's commitment to supporting veterans and how his book contributes to the foundation

[24:46-41:03] Wrapping Up!

• What’s next for Michael and his advocacy
• How you could help the foundation (link below.)
• The writing process that works for Michael
• Michael’s recommended books

Key Quotes

“The difference between success and failure is always how you deal with the unexpected.” - Michael J. Coles

Resources Mentioned

The Reckoning by David Halberstam

Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done

Connect with Michael on LinkedIn!

Do you have a book idea in your head, but you haven’t put it to paper because you don’t know where to start? 

Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!

Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwrightexecuwright/ 

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with an aspiring writer. For weekly inspiration listen to previous episodes on Overcast,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!  

Ron Voller has produced and created events for New York Fashion Week, Yahoo!, and Bloomberg, among others, Emmy Award-winning choreographers and producers, and Tony Award-winning set designers and directors. 

He is a longtime researcher at the Huntington Library’s Munger Research Center and is currently enrolled in the Advanced Academic Programs at John’s Hopkins University where he is pursuing his Master of Liberal Arts degree in interdisciplinary studies. In addition to these activities, he works as a contributing writer, a consultant for writers and producers, and as a field producer for documentary films. He enjoys speaking with various groups on a broad range of subjects, including astronomy and physics as they relate to his work. His latest book, “Hubble, Humason and the Big Bang: The Race to Uncover the Expanding Universe,” is now available on Springer-Praxis.

[00:00-04:41]  Opening Segment

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!  
• Welcoming Ron to the show

[04:42-29:38] The Art of Storytelling

• What inspires Ron to write stories about others
• The writing strategy he formulated from writing over the years
• How to write compelling stories 
• Ron talks about his research process
• What’s the difference between Self-Publishing and Traditional Publishing
• The benefits of writing and producing books

[29:39-34:35] Wrapping Up!

• Check out Ron’s books at www.ronvoller.com
• Connect with Ron on the links below
• Ron’s recommended books:
• No Name in the Street By James Baldwin
• The Vital Question By Nick Lane

Key Quotes

“If you want to write a textbook, then you can stay on the bullet points. It has value in that environment, right. But if you want to interest people, in why an eighth grade educated cowboy becoming an astronomer is cool and important. You need to be able to tell the story in a way that's engaging and inspiring.” - Ron...]]>If you’re a writer, you’ve probably thought about writing and publishing a book. While this is a huge achievement, getting it in front of readers is no walk in the park. Writing your story to figure out how to publish a book could be a challenge, especially for first-timers! Ron Voller,  a writer-producer-creator based in New York City joins us today to share his journey on how he came up with his first book and the knowledge, and strategies he picked over the years of writing. 

Ron Voller has produced and created events for New York Fashion Week, Yahoo!, and Bloomberg, among others, Emmy Award-winning choreographers and producers, and Tony Award-winning set designers and directors. 

He is a longtime researcher at the Huntington Library’s Munger Research Center and is currently enrolled in the Advanced Academic Programs at John’s Hopkins University where he is pursuing his Master of Liberal Arts degree in interdisciplinary studies. In addition to these activities, he works as a contributing writer, a consultant for writers and producers, and as a field producer for documentary films. He enjoys speaking with various groups on a broad range of subjects, including astronomy and physics as they relate to his work. His latest book, “Hubble, Humason and the Big Bang: The Race to Uncover the Expanding Universe,” is now available on Springer-Praxis.

[00:00-04:41]  Opening Segment

• This podcast is brought to you by Execuwright. Visit https://execuwright.com to see how we can help you get that book out of your head and onto paper!  
• Welcoming Ron to the show