Authors Who Lead - Learn to write a book from bestselling authors and leaders

Guest Azul Terronez, a book writing coach, discusses six compelling reasons to write a book now, including establishing credibility, authority, and generating income. The podcast emphasizes the importance of taking action and starting to write in the present moment. It also introduces affordable writing programs and opportunities to help aspiring authors write, publish, and market their books.

Send us a textThe moment you finish the first draft of your manuscript, you enter an incredibly vulnerable period as an author. Even though we writers have done what many people wish they could do, it’s still terrifying because it’s an internal feat and now we need to figure out the next steps. Kristal Lau is a medical doctor with two young children who has wanted to write a book for many years. She decided she needed accountability and direction, so she joined one of our “Authors Who Lead” coaching groups and has not only finished her book but is currently publishing it. In this episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I talk with Kristal Lau about her journey writing her book, Postpartum 30: Thirty Days to a Nurtured Fourth Trimester, her fears and struggles along the way, and how it transformed her personally and professionally.Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/

Send us a textMindy Martell’s biggest passion in life has been helping apparel entrepreneurs navigate the industry. She has developed curriculum and teaches others, and has now even written a book about it. And after seeing the need for it, she even built her own factory for making apparel in the United States. In this episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I talk with Mindy Martell about her journey to learn and teach others about the apparel industry, why she owns her own factory, and how her book, “Get It Made, Build Your Clothing Line From Idea to Reality” is an extension of that passion.Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/

Azul Terronez, an expert in writing non-fiction books, shares his top five tips for writing a non-fiction book. He discusses the challenges of starting, choosing a marketable and meaningful topic, the importance of research, and the benefits of joining a writing community. Visit authorswholead.com to start your writing and publishing journey!

Send us a textThe majority of people who buy books today find them on Amazon. Although this isn’t the only place to publish, it is one of the best places to get your book out there. But where do you start? What should you know before you upload to Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)?On this week’s episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I talk about what you need to know before you start your self-publishing journey.Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/

Send us a textWriting a book can be a challenging but rewarding experience. Before you start, it's important to think about what you want to achieve with your book and who your target audience is.You'll also need to consider the time and effort required to write a book, and make a plan for staying motivated and on track. Remember that writing is a skill that can be developed with practice, so don't be discouraged if you encounter obstacles along the way. With persistence and dedication, you can bring your book to life and share your story with the world.Ted Smith agrees that writing a book can be a challenging but rewarding experience. As a member of our “Authors Who Lead” community, Ted wrote and published his first book and is writing his second. Being familiar with the process and journey of writing, he now feels he can concentrate more on his creative side and be in more flow as he writes.In this episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I talk with Ted Smith about his journey writing his book, Healthy Me, Happy We: Transforming Relationships with Yourself and Others, and how writing his second book has been a very different experience. If you haven’t yet listened to our previous podcast with Ted, you can listen to Episode 154 where we discuss in more detail his journey with writing his first book.Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/

Send us a textFinding the right book coach can be a great investment for your writing career, especially if you’re intending on becoming a speaker, building your brand, or just want to get better at writing to have a book that you're proud of. On this week’s episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I talk about what exactly a book coach can do for you and five tips to consider when you’re looking to hire one.Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/

Send us a textThere are many fears that we face as creators. Steven Pressfield calls these fears “resistance.” Although unpleasant, I don’t believe we should eliminate fear altogether. In fact, I think in some cases we can reframe them and turn them into motivation and inspiration.On this week’s episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I will talk about the seven types of fears we face as writers and how to overcome them. Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/

Send us a textOne of the biggest struggles that most creators face when writing and sharing their work is the notion of imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome isn’t something new and isn’t even something to be afraid of, but it is something you want to understand so that you can attack and destroy it.On this week’s episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I share six secret strategies that can help you defeat and kill imposter syndrome and lead to a more positive and accurate self-image, reduce doubt, and build the confidence you need to share your book.Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/

Azul Terronez, an expert in helping authors write their books in a short amount of time, shares tips on writing a book in thirty days. Topics include avoiding editing while writing, utilizing writing sprints, the importance of clarity and simplicity in writing, and setting word goals for productive writing sessions.