Writer on the Side cover image

Writer on the Side

Latest episodes

undefined
Dec 13, 2023 • 35min

135 Using a Book to Become the Go-To Person in Your Field with Maria Gallo

Maria Gallo is the author of The Alumni Way, a book about how to build value from your university investment. On this episode, we talk about how she uses her book as a business card.   
undefined
Nov 29, 2023 • 11min

134 I Published a One-Page Book (Why You Should Write Shorter Books)

The host discusses the benefits of writing shorter books for busy managers, authors, and traveling parents. The speaker shares their experience of publishing a short book on Amazon. They explore the benefits of writing shorter books and encourage listeners to write their own books.
undefined
Nov 15, 2023 • 49min

133 $150K from One Book via Speaking Engagements with Rick Lewis

Rick Lewis has made over $150,000 in book sales from relying on a single marketing channel: speaking. No Amazon. No other platforms or distribution channels. Just back-of-the-room sales after speaking engagements.  
undefined
5 snips
Nov 1, 2023 • 18min

132 How I Create on the Side Using 5 Simple Ideas

Learn how to create on the side using 5 key ideas. Explore the benefits of leveraging platforms like Amazon and Udemy. Discover the value of repurposing content and focusing on volume. Find out about their approach to content creation and publishing. Emphasize the importance of enjoying the creative process and building relationships.
undefined
Oct 18, 2023 • 17min

131 A New Book in 48 Hours with ChatGPT

I recently published “Inverse Leadership” in 48 hours (using ChatGPT). This started out as a joke. Here’s the story.  
undefined
Oct 4, 2023 • 15min

130 Alex Hormozi's $100M Leads Book Launch

Alex Hormozi recently launched his $100M Leads book and gave a lot of value away for free. Some thoughts on that.  
undefined
Sep 20, 2023 • 16min

129 The Power of Offering Your Book for Free

Offering your book for free can be a great strategy for authors. Here are some benefits for doing so.
undefined
Sep 6, 2023 • 21min

128 How I Research my Travel Book Series

I’m writing a new book about traveling to a new city with kids. Here’s the approach I take to research it.  
undefined
Aug 23, 2023 • 13min

127 It's Okay Not to Create When You Don't Feel Like It

Should you force yourself to write books or create courses when you don’t feel like it? A short episode discussing the point.  
undefined
Aug 9, 2023 • 26min

126 Questions about Creating on the Side (Part 2 of 2)

Here are some of the top questions and answers I usually get about creating on the side (publishing books & courses).  

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode