In this first episode of The Writing Career Coach Podcast, I’m breaking down some of the most common struggles writers face when trying to make money with their work—and more importantly, how to overcome them.

After more than 20 years in the industry, I’ve seen what holds writers back: great writing that no one sees, projects that never get finished, and the quiet fear that maybe your words aren’t good enough. If any of that sounds familiar, you’re in the right place.

I walk you through practical strategies you can start using today—whether you’re just getting started or looking to level up your writing career. This episode is all about helping you shift from stuck to strategic so you can start building real momentum.

Here’s what you’ll take away:

• Create a visibility plan before you publish
• Repurpose your content into multiple formats to grow your reach
• Build an audience early for success
• Create momentum by building real relationships, not just algorithms
• Manage multiple projects without feeling scattered
• Value the feedback, accountability, and community in your writing life

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Writing Success

05:30 Building Visibility and Audience

10:11 Overcoming Scattered Writing and Imposter Syndrome

Free Resources & Coaching Tools

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I also offer limited 1:1 coaching spots for writers who want to move from “stuck” to “published.” If you’re ready for clarity and momentum in your writing career, I’d love to walk that journey with you.

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Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with another writer who’s ready to take the next step. I’ll see you next week—and until then, happy writing.

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