Authors Who Lead - Learn to write a book from bestselling authors and leaders
Azul Terronez - Author, TEDx Speaker, Coach
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.
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Feb 17, 2023 • 20min
What Does a Book Coach Do? with Azul Terronez
Send us Fan MailFinding 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/
Feb 11, 2023 • 19min
Seven Ways to Overcome Fear When Writing with Azul Terronez
Send us Fan MailThere 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/
Feb 4, 2023 • 20min
Six Secrets to Killing Imposter Syndrome with Azul Terronez
Send us Fan MailOne 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/
Jan 27, 2023 • 21min
Five Tips for Writing Your Book in Thirty Days with Azul Terronez
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.
Jan 20, 2023 • 20min
How to Use ChatGPT to Write Your Book with Azul Terronez
Azul Terronez, an expert in using artificial intelligence as an author, discusses the implications of AI in writing. They explore creativity in AI, the role of humans, and how AI tools like ChatGPT can unlock creativity. They also discuss using computer programs to generate book contents, overcoming writing challenges, and launching/marketing your book. The podcast offers a supportive community for writers on their journey.
Jan 13, 2023 • 49min
How to Set Impossible, Stupid Goals with Steve Sims
Send us Fan MailSteve Sims wrote his newest book out of pure aggravation. After he wrote his first book, he told me on an earlier podcast, Episode 19, that he didn’t ever plan on writing another book. But then the pandemic hit, and Steve suddenly didn’t have to travel every month. He had time to be with his family and to breathe and to think. But what he saw happening around the world angered him as people tore each other down instead of challenging and supporting one another.In this episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I talk with Steve about his journey writing his newest book, Go For Stupid: The Art of Achieving Ridiculous Goals, and how making big, stupid goals can impact our lives and our businesses.Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/
Jan 6, 2023 • 33min
How to Have the Confidence to Speak on a TEDx Stage with Daria Vodopianova
Send us Fan MailDaria Vodopianova turned down two invites to speak on TEDx stages because she believed she didn’t have anything to share. A nonprofit group talked her into telling her story, and there she realized that she did have something to share and she could indeed be an example to others and make an impact as a speaker.In this episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I talk with Daria about speaking on stages and her journey to create She Leads, her business that helps grow other female leaders.Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/
Dec 29, 2022 • 34min
Zero to 50K Followers on Twitter with Stepan Hlinka
Twitter growth expert Stepan Hlinka shares strategies for growing a Twitter following, creating viral threads, and tactics for Instagram growth. They also discuss building a social media strategy and leveraging content to build an audience.
Dec 23, 2022 • 40min
How to Get Unstuck When Writing with Steve Vannoy and Azul Terronez
Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt stuck while writing? Whether it’s a blog, essay, short story, or novel, sometimes we just feel stuck and can’t move forward. Steve Vannoy and I are here today to talk about how you can get unstuck and step back into your writing genius this year. On today’s episode of “Authors Who Lead,” we talk honestly about why I felt stuck writing the third book in our fiction series and the ways I’m fixing it. We also discuss what it means to write fiction with purpose.If you haven’t already heard the other three parts of “Authors Who Lead,” where Steve and I talk about our journey co-writing our Cinder Bottom fiction series, then check out Episode 186, Episode 193, and Episode 211. Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/
Dec 16, 2022 • 45min
How to Stop Imposter Syndrome for Good with Miriam Schulman
Send us Fan MailAfter witnessing 9/11 from her office on Wall Street, Miriam Schulman decided to quit her job and make a full-time living as a creative. She now teaches other artists around the world to develop their skills and create more time and freedom to do what they love.In this episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I talk with Miriam Schulman about her journey making a living as an artist, as well as her book, Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, coming out January 31, 2023.Want to become a published author? Visit us at: https://authorswholead.com/
