
Authors Who Lead - Learn to write a book from bestselling authors and leaders
If you want to know how bestselling authors find the time to write their books, the methods they use to be productive and how they find their ideas you will love this podcast. Writing coach Azul Terronez shares interviews with clients such as Pat Flynn, of the Smart Passive Income, Jon Vroman, of the Front Row Factor, and Dana Malstaff of Boss-Mom, Jadah Sellner of Simple Green Smoothies. Learn from the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling authors. Want to get behind-the-scenes insights about how first-time authors overcame their fears and found the courage to write? Are you curious about how successful bestselling authors write or learn how to publish and market a book? Have you thought, "I'd like to write a book," but I don't know where to start? I explore authors' journeys, how they craft their stories, become published, and share their art of writing books with the world. You are meant to write the book now and be inspired by those who have done it.
Latest episodes

Apr 15, 2021 • 31min
149: Why I Chose to Self-publish with Mark Herschberg
Send us a textMark Herschberg is the author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You. From tracking criminals and terrorists on the dark web to creating marketplaces and new authentication systems, Mark has spent his career launching and developing new ventures at startups and Fortune 500s and in academia. What We Discuss with Mark Herschberg: Why he reached out to another author to get help for his book The biggest misconception you find in people when they get in their career Why write about app development What is white label content? The book writing process and some roadblocks he had to overcome Why he chose to self-publish and the lessons he learned from it Book marketing and branding strategies To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Apr 8, 2021 • 42min
148: I Get to vs I Have To with Alicia Dunams
Send us a textExecutive coach and entrepreneur, Alicia Dunams, has coached thousands of leaders, executives, and industry experts to share their message with the world through her signature process and acclaimed Bestseller in a Weekend® and other professional development training. In her new book, I Get To: How Using The Right Words Can Radically Transform Your Life, Relationships & Business, Dunams empowers readers and leaders in all ages and stages of their career and life to harness the power of intentional communication for transformational results. What We Discuss with Alicia Dunams: The power of owning your story Changing your mindset from “have to” to “get to” Examples of how you can reframe your brain How the context creates the content Response vs. reaction What it means to “be the fog” The power of stepping into your truth and sharing your message What happens when authors decide to own their message vs. just writing a book Book marketing strategies To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Apr 1, 2021 • 26min
It’s Never Too Late to Write a Book with Rob Brown
Send us a textRob Brown has been in the financial services industry as a top-producing advisor and has held several senior leadership roles. Now, as a business coach, Rob helps his clients achieve excellence while living more purpose-filled lives. His book, “Truest Fan” is a story about turning the simple lessons we learn from baseball, loving God and others into a way of living each and every day — and he encourages others to do the same. In his book, Rob shares the seven most important lessons of “Truest Fan” wisdom that, when applied, will lead to personal and professional transformation. What We Discuss with Rob Brown: The impetus behind writing Truest Fan Why everyone needs truest fans in their life Finding clarity in your message The creative process of writing fiction Book launch and marketing ideas Showing up and finding the time to write To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Mar 25, 2021 • 33min
Self-publishing vs Publishing, Which is Right for Me?
Send us a textOn this week’s episode of “Authors Who Lead,” Andy joins me as he relives his publishing journey and shares his marketing plan, which included an advanced reader team, scheduling podcasts, and reaching out to others in his professional world. What We Discuss with Andy Storch: How Andy got inspired by Hal Elrod to write a book Having the right mindset to have the book launched amidst health challenges Choosing the right path for your book: traditional vs. self-publishing Leveraging whichever path you choose to launch a consulting career Leveraging your network to market your book Tips for a successful book launch To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Mar 18, 2021 • 21min
Azul Answers Questions From Listeners
Send us a textIn this episode, we asked our listeners like you some of their challenges when they go to write a book to figure out what we can do to help you finally get the book you wanted to write done. What We Discuss with Azul Terronez: The need for clarity Which to choose to write first when you have many book ideas How to self-publish a book Choosing what language to use in your book How to make your book look professional The different types of editors How to find your authentic voice when writing To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Mar 11, 2021 • 34min
What Will People Think If I Write This?
Send us a textAnita Morris is a DIY Fashion Blogger who inspires women all over the world to sew their own clothes. She’s an Inspirational Speaker who shares a message of hope, perseverance, and power for women who want to overcome past hurts, trauma, and grief. Anita is the Author of STEP Into It, Overcoming Trials that Lead to Purpose. She understands the struggles that women encounter when faced with devastating life trials. What We Discuss with Anita Morris: Her book writing journey with her deceased husband living through her Overcoming self-doubt in writing a book Her moments of vulnerability during the process of writing How telling secrets of her past helped her gain more self-confidence How the book helped her with her healing from grief The learning quality The value of a coach when you want to launch something that's amazing How creativity starts to open up when you allow yourself to be playful How trials usher us to our life purpose To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Mar 4, 2021 • 26min
John Lee Dumas - The Common Path to Uncommon Success
Send us a textJohn Lee Dumas is the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Entrepreneurs On Fire. With over 100 million listens of his 3000+ episodes, JLD has turned Entrepreneurs On Fire into a media empire that generates over a million listens every month and 7-figures of NET annual revenue 8-years in a row. Today, he talks about how you can carve your uncommon path to uncommon success. What We Discuss with John Lee Dumas: John’s book writing process Show up and commit to your goal Simple doesn’t mean easy. It requires hard work. How to carve the path to your version of uncommon success Finding mentors and honoring their value To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Feb 25, 2021 • 30min
How to Write a Book to Move the Masses
Send us a textGahrey Ovalle is a serial entrepreneur who has spent more than 20 years building successful six-and-seven-figure companies for himself and others. He now teaches people the art of living remarkable, purposeful, happy lives while erring on the side of personal well-being, financial security, and growth. As a coach and mentor to entrepreneurs and leaders, he helps them create social impact through business development and community building, and always encouraging them to Grow Forward and Give Back. What We Discuss with Gahrey Ovalle: The impetus behind writing a book in 2020 His entrepreneurial journey His passion for giving back to the community The meaning of the concept “get a lottery” The power of being honest about those conversations where we're hurting ourselves The conversations he’s hoping for that would come out of reading his book To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Feb 18, 2021 • 31min
Using Your Morning Routine to Write with Danét Palmer
Send us a textA Metaphysical Minister by profession, Danét Palmer worked as an inspirational pragmatic coach for many years. During that time, she helped create and facilitate intensive workshops and has also facilitated groups as well as individual and couples counseling, helping others to let go of the past and choose the path of joy. Danét is also passionate about creating a ‘Yummy Way Movement’ with a worldwide community committed to living joy. She has a weekly podcast, The Yummy Way – With Parker & Danét which she cohosts with her son Parker. What We Discuss with Danét Palmer: Her morning meetings with the Divine began Growing out of her fear and writing an 800k-word book Her journey through the yummy way Everything is going your way Her challenges in writing the book Not making writing a big thing and just doing it – just show up! To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Feb 11, 2021 • 36min
140: “Can Writing a Book Make You Dangerous?” with Tripp Lanier
Send us a textTripp Lanier is the author of the book, This Book Will Make You Dangerous. He coaches men to get out of the rat race, become an authority in their field, and make a great living doing meaningful work that they love. From small business owners to startup founders to Navy SEALs, Tripp has coached anyone and everyone who refuses to settle and wants to leave the herd. What We Discuss with Tripp Lanier: Finding the confidence to step away from the herd Knowing what you really want versus what you think you should do How to get connected to what you really want What your fantasies reveal about you Where the fear in writing comes from and some of his book writing challenges How love opens us up to our greatest vulnerabilities Recognizing the difference between attention and love Everything is an experiment. Getting things right vs. just allowing yourself to express To view full show notes, Click Here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!