How to Write for a Living

Episode 15 is here!In today’s episode, I chat to Lizzie Mulherin about all things travel writing (because who wouldn’t want to do that for a living?!). ✈️BUT we discuss much more than that - Lizzie shares some genuinely fascinating insights and perspectives about the actual business of writing, like how to price yourself as a freelancer, the right ways to use AI, and how to work minimal hours for maximum rewards. This is a good one for sure.Make sure to drop a question for Lizzie in the comments after listening.And as always, paid members can watch every full video episode in our Member Resource Hub. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedavidmcilroy.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 14 is here!In today’s episode, I chat to Chris Stanley about… well, you guessed it… mini books!What are mini books, I hear you say? Why should I use them? How can I build a writing-based business around them? All that and more in this week’s episode.Make sure to drop a question for Chris in the comments after listening.And as always, paid members can watch every full video episode in our Member Resource Hub. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedavidmcilroy.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 13 is here!In today’s episode, I chat to John Bejakovic about how he effectively uses a daily email approach to nurture trust and loyalty among his online audience.I’ve been subscribed to John’s list for a while and I absolutely love how he weaves story into his email copy. I was so glad when he agreed to be a guest on the pod and I know you’ll enjoy our conversation.And as always, paid members can watch every full video episode in our Member Resource Hub. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedavidmcilroy.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 12 is here!In today’s episode, I chat to Lucy Werner about how to hype yourself as a writer without feeling the dreaded “ick” of self-promotion (something most writers seem to struggle with!). We also discuss Substack, social media and book-writing, among many other things!Comment below if you have any questions for Lucy after listening.And as always, paid members can watch every full video episode in our Member Resource Hub. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedavidmcilroy.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 11 is here!In today’s episode, I chat to Simon K Jones about publishing serial fiction on Substack and why you should consider giving it a go as an author. This is the perfect episode for anyone who’s interested to trying a different approach to publishing.Comment below if you have any questions for Simon after listening.And as always, paid members can watch every full video episode in our Member Resource Hub. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedavidmcilroy.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 10 is here!In today’s episode, I chat to Renee Puvvada about book funnels, landing pages, reviews, and how to maximise your chances of avoiding failure as an author.And, simply because this is a mini milestone moment for the show (double-figures!), you can watch the whole episode for FREE! 🥳Comment below if you have any questions after listening.To book your free 15-minute book strategy call with Renee, go here. ☎️And as always, paid members can watch every full video episode in our Member Resource Hub.Resource Hub. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedavidmcilroy.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 9 is here!In today’s episode, I chat to Michael Thompson about the power of gentle book promotion and effective storytelling in online writing.This is a great one for anyone who doesn’t necessarily enjoy plugging themselves and isn’t chasing perfection in their process. Michael speaks refreshingly from a wealth of experience here.Comment below if you have any questions for him after listening.Paid members can watch the full video in our Member Resource Hub. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedavidmcilroy.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 8 is here!In today’s episode, I chat to Sinem Günel about what’s working on Medium right now and how writers can go the extra mile, content-wise.We also discuss what scroll-stopping writing looks like, why Substack is such a great online community, and how to overcome the mindset holding writers back from making money (and, as a random bonus, what Sinem’s favourite Taylor Swift album is!).Comment below if you have any questions for Sinem after listening.Paid members can watch the full video in our Member Resource Hub. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedavidmcilroy.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 7 is here!In today’s episode, I chat to Philip Hofmacher about all things entreprenurship - this is a great one for anyone hoping to build a writing-based business.We also discuss his meaningful approach to Substack, how he and Sinem Günel developed their business Write • Build • Scale, and why he believes online communities are the future.Comment below if you have any questions for Philip after listening.Paid members can watch the full video in our Member Resource Hub. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedavidmcilroy.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 5 is here!In today’s episode, I chat to the Smarter Solopreneur herself, Maya Sayvanova! This was a really fun conversation about what it’s like to build your own solo business, what happens when you take down your paywall on Substack (!), and how mistakes are just part of the journey for every solopreneur.Comment below if you have any questions for Maya after listening!You can watch the full video in our Member Resource Hub.📣 Want to support this publication + get more eyes on your brand? Become a How to Write for a Living sponsor. Get more info here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedavidmcilroy.substack.com/subscribe