Laura’s Blog

The Professional Writer podcast has been a happenin’ place since its launch on February 14, 2020. My guests and I have discussed our struggles and successes as we plan, launch, and grow our writing-related businesses.

We’ve heard from a range of writerpreneurs – from pre-published writers to New York Times bestselling authors.

If you haven’t checked out the podcast yet and want to start from the beginning, the links to episodes 1-42 are below. Many of the episodes include transcripts.

During 2021, we added episodes 43-76. You can find them here.

If you know a writer who would be interested in The Professional Writer Podcast, please share this link with them:

https://bloggingbistro.com/podcast 

Happy holiday listening!

LauraEpisode #1
Do You Have to Write Books to be a REAL Writer?

Episode #2
How to Act Like a Professional Writer (Even When You Don’t Feel Like One)

Episode #3
Going ALL IN

Episode #4
You’re a WHAT? The Problem With Alphabet Soup Acronyms

Episode #5
Is a B- Launch Good Enough?

Episode #6
3 Ways Writers Can Act Like Grownups During the Pandemic

Episode #7
The Secret Life of a NYT Bestselling Author, with Susy Flory

Episode #8
Pivoting to Publication, with Monica Pierce

Episode #9
Being True to Yourself

Episode #10
Moving from Self-Focused to Self-Forgetful

Episode #11
One Writer’s Secret to Staying Sane and Paying It Forward, with Lisa Bogart

Episode #12
Setting Big, Hairy, Audacious Goals

Episode #13
Giving Readers Exactly What They Want, with Karen Barnett

Episode #14
Everyone’s Favorite Radio Station – Are You Tuned In?

Episode #15
Expert Tips for Your Book Launch, with Kathi Lipp

Episode #16
An Easy Way to Show You Mean Business

Episode #17
The Delicate Dance of Writing YA Fantasy, with Lindsay A. Franklin

Episode #18
Swag Ideas for Your Book Launch, with Lindsay A. Franklin\

Episode #19
Three Things That Pull Readers Out of a Story

Episode #20
“Get it said. Shut up. Post.” With Tim Fall

Episode #21
What to Do When Your Blog Content Gets Stolen

Episode #22
“Don’t write because you want to get published. Write because you enjoy writing.” With Tessa Afshar

Episode #23
Dealing with Rants, Ridicule, and Crushing Criticism

Episode #24
List Cleaning Gets Rid of Deadbeat Subscribers

Episode #25
One Word Makes All the Difference for Susie Crosby

Episode #26
3 Tools to Protect the Privacy of Your Business

Episode #27
Three Ways a Professional Editor Provides Value, with Tisha Martin

Episode #28
Recipe for An Almost-Perfect Manuscript, with Tisha Martin

Episode #29
Doorbelling in Hostile Territory: 6 Strategies to Plan Your Brand Campaign

Episode #30
The Secret to Writing Believable Suspense Fiction, with DiAnn Mills

Episode #31
How One Best-Selling Author Pays It Forward, with DiAnn Mills

Episode #32
7 Tips to Create a Memorable Brand Identity

Episode #33
Three Power-Ups to Include in Your Bio, with Emma Fulenwider

Episode #34
What is “The Cloud”?

Episode #35
3 Easy Tricks to Help People Discover Your Website and Blog

Episode #36
The Two Most Common Issues That Hold Writers Back, with Ginny L. Yttrup

Episode #37
How to Destroy Your Professional Credibility in One Easy Step

Episode #38
A Sip of Cold Water to Refresh the Weary Soul, with Grace Fox

SOCIAL MEDIA 4-PART SERIES:

Episode #39
The Secret to ‘Doing’ Social Media

Episode #40
Create Winning Social Media Content

Episode #41
Efficiently Publish Social Media Content

Episode #42
Analyze Engagement and Adjust Your Social Media Goals

3 Ways to Keep Up With The Professional Writer Podcast

1. Email

Click here to join my my email list and I’ll notify you about every episode. I publish new episodes every other Monday. When you subscribe, you’ll also get my free guide, Essential Resources for Running a Writing Business.

2. App

Listen to the podcast from your favorite podcast listening app, or tell your smart speaker, “Play The Professional Writer podcast.”

To find the podcast on an app, open the app and key in “The Professional Writer.” When the show pops up, save it to your favorites so you don’t miss an episode.

Direct links to the show on many popular apps is at the top of the “Podcast” page (bloggingbistro.com/podcast).

3. Facebook Group

Join The Professional Writer Podcast Community – our private Facebook group for listeners. It’s a great place to share what we’re learning and to meet others who are building a writing-related business.