

Open Draft - with Fabio Cerpelloni
Fabio Cerpelloni (www.fabiocerpelloni.com)
I have this channel to help writers improve their craft. You'll find interviews with authors, from small indie ones to big names like Seth Godin, Derek Sivers, Kerri Sackville, Matthew Dicks, Barbara Serra, and others. You'll also find unscripted rambles, unedited reflections, book reviews, writing tips, stories, rants -- anything to help you become a better writer and creative thinker. You're welcome to join me! I ask more questions than I answer.
The show is also on YouTube @fabiocerpelloni
The show is also on YouTube @fabiocerpelloni
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Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 17min
Revolutionizing the Way We Digest Ideas From Books: With Andrew Zavada From Storist.me
Andrew Zavada, co-founder of an online service that helps readers apply key ideas from bestselling nonfiction books, talks about Storist.me. Storist.me provides book summaries of the best nonfiction books and features real-life cases, quizzes, templates, and interactive activities to help turn words into actions. They discuss the process of creating book summaries, the concept of the Mom Test and Non Violent Communication, plans to incorporate spaced repetition for learning, and the significance of giving and receiving in business.

Nov 17, 2023 • 44min
My Answers to Your Questions About Writing
Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zWRLO8M2OFQ
In this episode, I'm answering some of the questions my email subscribers asked me about writing. I give some tips and share bits about my own experience as a writer.
Got a question? Email me at info@fabiocerpelloni.com
Episode links
Fill in the form: https://1f4iz6ffp0q.typeform.com/to/CijMQOym
Blog post about linkers: https://medium.com/illumination/how-to-avoid-overusing-linking-words-as-a-non-native-english-writer-f9eacc97dee4?sk=c902968f819bf78ee93d14c5c7e5f79f
Blog post about how I became a writer:
https://medium.com/illumination/a-self-interview-about-becoming-a-non-native-english-writer-7868ff49365b?sk=cb275addace38cb36622c0465118be6d
On Writing Well -- https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Well-Classic-Guide-Nonfiction/dp/0060891548
Join my email list: https://fabiocerpelloni.com/private/
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Nov 14, 2023 • 11min
Falling in Love with Multiple Sclerosis (most personal story I've ever shared online)
The speaker shares their personal experience with their partner who has multiple sclerosis, discussing the challenges of the disease and their unconditional love. They reflect on the impact of multiple sclerosis and express gratitude for their partner's support. The speaker also discusses the motivation for sharing personal stories and the hope of connecting with others who have similar experiences.

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Nov 13, 2023 • 1h 18min
Launching and Growing a Successful Podcast: With Alastair Budge
Alastair Budge, a successful digital entrepreneur, shares insights on launching a podcast, creating engaging episodes, the role of podcasts in language learning, business challenges, the power of personal branding, the importance of finding a niche, the struggles of solopreneurs, persistence, and customer feedback.

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Nov 12, 2023 • 3min
5 Types of Freelancers (According to Seth Godin)
Seth Godin, expert on freelancing, discusses the five types of freelancers in an entertaining podcast. Topics include the mechanical Turk, remarkable freelancers, and the host's identification as a mechanical Turk.

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Nov 11, 2023 • 2min
Should Non-Native Speakers of English Improve Their English, or Should Natives Level Down Their Language?
The podcast discusses whether non-native speakers of English should improve their skills or if native speakers should level down their language. It highlights the importance of native speakers becoming more aware of their online communication and engaging with a more international audience, concluding that both groups should make an effort in communication.

Nov 10, 2023 • 2min
How I Rate The Books I Read
The blog -- https://fabiocerpelloni.com/rating-scale/

Nov 9, 2023 • 8min
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
More info about my book club -- https://fabiocerpelloni.com/book-club-for-business-owners/
The blog post -- https://fabiocerpelloni.com/november-2023-read/
Email me to join -- https://fabiocerpelloni.com/contact/

Nov 8, 2023 • 1min
What Does It Mean to Live Your "Dream Life"?
Read on my blog -- https://fabiocerpelloni.com/dream-life/

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Nov 7, 2023 • 3min
Always Tell Creators *How* Their Content Helped You
Learn about the significance of giving feedback and appreciation to content creators and the benefits of meaningful comments in improving ideas and content.


