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October 26, 2016

126: How to Find Your Writing Voice by Self-publishing Four Books: Interview with Sandy Kreps

Note: Three live training sessions just opened today for 4 Critical Keys to Make a Living Writing. Click here to reserve your seat.

Finding your voice as a writer is not an epiphany. It’s a process. You share what matters to you and see if it matters to others. It’s about resonance.


4 Indispensable Elements of Writing Success You Can’t Ignore


Over the years, I can’t tell you how many people I’ve met who have told me they are “working on a book” but never end up finishing it. Do you know why this is? Because they’re not practicing in public.


Have you ever noticed the correlation between the word “public” and the word “published”? The best kind of writing practice is done in front of an audience. That doesn’t mean you have to share every word you write, but you do have to be putting your work out there for other people to interact with.


Otherwise, you will never see what resonates. And you will never find your voice.


For some, this is a process that comes easy, and for others, it can feel like grinding away at the keyboard for an eternity. But in any case, your job is to trust the process. If you do the work, you will see the results.


This week on The Portfolio Life, Sandy Kreps and I talk about her struggle to find her voice, and the journey she took through Tribe Writers to self-publishing four books. Listen in as as Sandy shares a peek behind-the-scenes of growing an audience and building a platform where she makes $1,000 a month from her writing alone.


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The reward is worth the process

Sandy is one of those for whom writing was difficult. It took self-publishing four books and years of blogging in frustration before the puzzle pieces began to come together. Even then, she wondered if she was on the right track or not. But she kept it and persevered, and in the end, she succeeded.


When Sandy finally found her voice, the reward was worth the process.


But even more incredible than her success is her perspective. Looking back on the years of toil and dealing with personal illness and other obstacles — after writing tens of thousands of words just to find her voice, Sandy says:


It was worth the struggle.


That’s what Tribe Writers is all about. It’s a proven process to help you get the audience your writing deserves. It’s a four-part framework for taking a writing dream and making it a reality.


“You don’t need to tell people how to do things. You just need to share your own experiences.—Sandy KrepsTweet thisTweet
Show highlights

In this episode, Sandy and I discuss:



Why it’s not too late for you to become the writer you always wanted to be
The exact process Sandy followed to succeed and how you can do the same
How finding your voice is about writing publicly
What’s tricky about establishing a platform
Where to ask for feedback on your writing

Quotes and takeaways

“Building a platform is a bit of trial and error.” —Sandy Kreps
Be relentlessly helpful to other people.
“A feeling of purpose is integral to my platform.” —Sandy Kreps
A platform is not technology, it’s your influence.
Find a way to invest in yourself.
Community, structure, and focus will help you overcome each of the obstacles in your way.

Click here to grab your seat on today’s live training: 4 Critical Keys to Make a Living Writing.

Have you found your writing voice? What was the experience like? Share in the comments.


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Published on October 26, 2016 03:00

October 25, 2016

The One Life-changing Writing Resource Nobody Told Me About

The world needs your message. Find your voice with Tribe Writers. This course equips you to become a professional writer and get the attention of your tribe. Click here to learn more.

If something like Tribe Writers was around when I started blogging over five years ago, my writing journey would’ve been much smoother. I definitely could’ve avoided struggling for seven years before gaining traction with an audience online.


The One Life-changing Writing Resource Nobody Told Me About


Nobody told me that you didn’t have to spin your wheels. Nobody told me that there was a proven process to getting your writing noticed. I wasted a lot of time and a lot of words trying to do it on my own.


If I had known that there were thousands of other writers out there to encourage me and a process that worked that I could just follow, I’d be a lot farther today than I currently am.


That’s one reason Tribe Writers exists. I wanted to create the resource I wished for when I started writing online. A library of resources, practical applications, and a community to encourage and educate one another.


I’m honored that thousands of authors and bloggers are now Tribe Writers. And I would be remiss if I didn’t share a few of their stories with you.


From eight kids to over a million readers

Mike BerryMike Berry joined Tribe Writers, and three years later, Confessions of a Parent is now read in 14 countries around the globe, by more than 100,000 people a month.


And here’s how it happened:


It revolutionized my writing and my blog, but more than that, it changed my life. I learned how to find my writing voice and write with brevity.


I discovered the power of a platform and how simple it was to build one. I discovered that I was a writer. No longer would I hide what I was called to be!


That kind of realization, followed by action, can be powerful.


“More than the numbers,” Mike told me, “we have been able to reach out and have honest conversations with parents from Australia to England to Canada to the United States.”


Join Tribe Writers and discover just how far your message can reach.


Guest posting for celebrities like Cameron Diaz

Elizabeth BradleyA common misconception about celebrity blogs is they are difficult to guest post on. However, if you position yourself correctly and take your writing seriously, anyone can do it.


Elizabeth Bradley enrolled in Tribe Writers, and used the practical applications to land guest posting opportunities on celebrity blogs and quickly gain another 2,000 subscribers. Her feedback on the course is one of my favorites:


Joining Tribe Writers nearly three years or so ago was one of the best decisions I made for my career. It helped me connect with a like-minded community and learn from the best.


The training modules are super high-quality, and contain actionable advice that helped me get focused on building my platform before launching my book.


I’m currently working on two books, an ebook on living in Thailand, and a book for my Ideal Clients that will be called Thriving Coach.


Guest posting is a powerful tool for growing your platform. You develop relationships, increase the visibility of your content, and generate new opportunities.


Enroll in Tribe Writers now and learn how to connect with influencers.


Making a living writing fiction

Stacy Claflin profileThe process of becoming a full-time writer rarely makes for good television. Each episode would feature a lone actor sitting at a desk typing for an hour. Writing for a living is much less romantic than Hollywood leads us to believe.


Stacy Claflin is a Tribe Writer alum and has gone on to become a full-time novelist writing across multiple genres. She continues to show up every day to write while running a daycare business and homeschooling her children. She didn’t leap without a parachute — she built a bridge, one book at a time.


Become a Tribe Writer and build your own bridge to your writing dream.


Finding your voice and losing over 260 pounds

Teresa ParkerTeresa Parker was an early Tribe Writer and part of the inaugural cohort at Tribe Intensive that was a precursor to the Tribe Conference.


What you don’t know about Teresa when you first meet her is that she’s lost over two hundred sixty pounds in addition to publishing three books, two study guides, and has thirty more book ideas in the pipeline. She also makes over $5,000 a month from work based on her writing.


Just yesterday, as we opened Tribe Writers for the Fall, Teresa sent me an email reflecting on her experience:


The first Tribe Intensive really helped make me get over my fear of continuing in the coaching bent…


More than anything you were instrumental in helping me understand where my destiny lies. At that Intensive you identified my voice as the Celebrity…


The one who says if I can do this, you can do this. To hear you say that solidified something that was churning inside me but I couldn’t quite voice.


Find your voice and become part of the Tribe Writers community.


If you’ve ever struggled with a blinking cursor, if you’ve ever wondered what to write about, if you’re unsure who you should be writing for, Tribe Writers is for you. If you do the work, I guarantee you’ll get the results. Click here to get started.
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Published on October 25, 2016 03:00

October 24, 2016

Want to Succeed as a Writer? You Have to Pick Yourself

Are you ready to find your voice and build the audience your writing deserves? Tribe Writers will help you finally pick yourself and get started. Click here to learn more.

In 2011, Sandy Kreps was working just outside of Dallas, Texas as an art director, and things were going well. It was hard to be away from her two young boys, but the family relied on her income, so she made the sacrifice a lot of parents have to make.


Then she got laid off.


Stop Waiting to be Picked


It appeared to be a blessing in disguise, because now she could finally pursue her passion for writing while staying home with her boys.


With a fair severance and the blessing of her husband, Sandy set out to do something she had always wanted to do: She was going to try to make a living as a writer.


It wasn’t easy, though. For years, she struggled, writing a blog few people read. She tried to publish books that didn’t sell well and in spite of her attempts to make money writing, nothing seemed to work.


The whole experience was frustrating. What was she doing wrong? It wasn’t for lack of effort on Sandy’s part, because she was trying — she was really trying. All the while, she watched other writers’ careers skyrocket. Blogs that began the same time hers did were reaching tens of thousands of people and here she was, still plugging away with disappointing results.


As her unemployment began to run out, this young mom took her situation even more seriously. Something had to change. But what?


Then, something even worse happened: Sandy was diagnosed with a chronic illness.


As a mother, wife, and aspiring writer, she didn’t have time for this. She didn’t have time to feel sick and tired every day. Maybe it was time to just throw in the towel on this writing thing altogether and go find a “real job.”


When the tides turn

In a last-ditch effort, Sandy decided to give one more go at writing. She signed up for Tribe Writers, an online course that helps writers build their audiences and get paid for their work. Because she had no other plan, she followed each lesson, and soon, she started to see results:



She published books that thousands of people read.
She grew an email list to over 1000 subscribers.
She started started writing for clients and websites, making over $1000 a month.

It wasn’t all at once, of course, but as she did the work, she started seeing results. Why? Because she was no longer grasping as straws. She was following a proven process and surrounding herself with other writers to encourage her.


Last year, she attended the Tribe Conference and met a woman there who challenged her to finish the book she’d been working on for two whole years. Sandy took the dare and completed her book in 90 days.


The book, Mommy Simplicitywas published in January 2016 and has sold nearly 1000 copies in the past ten months.


What Sandy did, you can do

Today, Sandy is doing something she never thought possible. Every single day, she gets paid to write, all from the comfort of her home with free time to watch her boys grow up.


She still struggles with low energy and other health complications — those are things that will never go away. Fortunately, because she’s a writer, she can do her work from bed or have a flexible schedule on the days when she’s feeling “off.”


When she shared her story with me, Sandy was embarrassed because it’s not the usual success story of “making millions on the Internet” you usually hear. But that’s why I love it. It’s a real, honest story of a writer making her way in the world.


It’s not some crazy life on an exotic island that Sandy has. It’s even better. It’s real. She’s doing work she loves that benefits her family and her thousands of readers. And maybe that’s more than enough to be proud of.


And who wouldn’t want an extra $1000 a month?


Sandy is well on her way to making a full-time living as a writer. Every month, she sells more books, makes more money, and reaches more people with her writing. Once she was stuck, now she is not.


The same can be true for you. In Sandy’s words, “There’s always a way.”


Four things to do to succeed like Sandy

So… what made the difference between Sandy’s struggling and finally succeeding? Looking back at her journey, there are four things that she did right that we all can do:



She didn’t wait to be picked. She started a blog and began publishing books on her own. It was a long, hard slog but in the end all the work paid off. She found her voice and built a solid platform around a unique message.
She didn’t let her obstacles stop her. On days when she was too tired to get out of bed or had a lot of pain, she would grab her laptop and write in bed. “Yes I do have these challenges,” she said. “But I still want to do this so I’m going to make it happen.”
She followed a proven process. She didn’t try to go it alone. She signed up for Tribe Writers and figured out what she didn’t know. Then she did it. When you invest your time, effort, and resources into something, it forces you to commit.
She found a community. “The thing that really saved me,” she said, “was the Tribe Writers community.” Every story of success is a story of community. You need others to encourage you and hold you accountable.

“Every story of success is a story of community.Tweet thisTweet

If you dream of becoming a writer, do what Sandy did. Here’s what she said about the experience of joining a community of other writers who encouraged her and helped her succeed:


Before I joined Tribe Writers, I felt like I was getting nowhere. I was trying different stuff and nothing was working, and I felt like I was making up the plan as I went along… Now, I feel confident. I have a plan, I know what to do, and I’m not overwhelmed anymore.


Do what Sandy did

If you want to feel the same, it’s time to stop waiting and invest in yourself. It’s time to go pro.


And that begins by not letting your obstacles stop you and finding a way to get around a group of writers who can encourage you and hold you accountable. It also means following a proven process that you can trust.


If you’re serious about taking the next step, I encourage you to join Tribe Writers, as Sandy did. It is, in my opinion, the best investment a writer can make in themselves.


Are you ready to finally pick yourself? Tribe Writers will help you find your voice and build the audience your writing deserves. Enroll before Midnight on Monday to get all the Tribe Conference 2016 videos for free ($100 bonus). Click here to learn more.

What is it you’re waiting to be picked for? Share in the comments.


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Published on October 24, 2016 03:00

October 23, 2016

A Crystal Clear Plan to Finally Make a Living Writing

Note: Your writing deserves an audience. You can find your tribe with Tribe Writers. Enroll before Midnight on Monday and you’ll get all the videos from Tribe Conference 2016 free. Click here to join.


Do you have a clear plan for how you’re going to make a living as a writer? Do you wake up every day knowing exactly what you need to do in order to move forward?


If the answer is no, you can fix that right now.


A Crystal Clear Plan to Finally Make a Living Writing


Today, I’m opening enrollment for my online course Tribe Writers.


Over 5,000 students have taken this program and used it to grow blogs, build tribes, get published, and be heard.


I only teach this course twice a year, so now is the time to get in. If you’ve been promising yourself that you’re going to be a writer “some day,” today is that day.


“Don’t wait another minute to become the writer you were meant to be.Tweet thisTweet


Tribe Writers will help you:



Identify your writing voice and clarify your message.
Build a platform by mastering the art of blogging and online marketing.
Find your 1000 true fans through email list-building and networking.
Publish your work and start making your first $1000 as a writer.

Join Tribe Writers now.


“It’s time to stop procrastinating, find your tribe, and get your message out there.Tweet thisTweet


Enroll before Midnight on Monday and you’ll get all the videos from Tribe Conference 2016 free. This is almost 8 hours of training from tribe building legends including Tim Grahl, Carrie Wilkerson, Ray Edwards, and Chris Ducker. ($100 value). Claim your bonus now.



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Published on October 23, 2016 09:29

October 21, 2016

7 Powerful Lessons from Learning to Reject Your Limitations

Editor’s note: This is a guest post by Laura Robb. She is a writer and has endured physical challenges to embrace her calling. Laura writes in the hope that you will find new courage to live beyond your limits.

You aren’t supposed to look like a pretzel when you are born.


But I did.


What You'll Learn by Not Letting Your Limitations Stop You


I was born with Arthrogryposis, a physical disability. I lack muscle mass in all four limbs. This means I don’t have the same strength as the average person, and need a lot of assistance for day to day activities. This has always been my normal, and I never see it as a limitation.


This life has led me to get used to asking for help in the smallest of ways. From getting up in the morning to going to bed at night, someone is helping me with the tasks of daily living.


Wherever I go, I take a companion. Family, friends, caregivers — they are an extension of me.


Because of my physical disability, independence is not an option. But I’ve accepted this fact for years. I don’t let limitations stop me from chasing any dream.


Several years ago, I started writing. I wasn’t planning to be a writer. Yet there was power in sharing stories with each other.


I uncovered the desire to tell my story. Though confidence in my writing came much later, I began the journey. And I learned many lessons along the way.


1. Embrace the story you’re living

For five years, I delayed writing. Until my thirtieth birthday was fast approaching.


I thought, My life doesn’t look like so-and-so’s. And I haven’t reached the next milestone. I compared. And I waited.


With time, I let go of years of self-imposed expectations, and a new perspective revealed itself — the beauty of telling the story of now.


This is my life. This is my story. And it is so good. So is yours.


2. Writing requires a different type of endurance

I know how to push through all kinds of physical challenges. If standing gets to be too much, it doesn’t bother me to ask for help.


But writing requires a stronger, deeper endurance. I wasn’t used to confessing fears, revealing dreams, and sharing specifics of life with a disability to a broader audience.


Writing comes from the depths of your heart. It is hard work. It forced me to face my limitations.


“Writing comes from the depths of your heart. It is hard work.Laura RobbTweet thisTweet
3. No one else can write for you

This is one area I don’t need active help from someone else. I just need a little assistance getting setup in my space… standing at a lowered desk with all my papers, notes, books, pens, and pencils within reach.


And someone to keep the water cup full or coffee warm.


Then I can work. I can type. I can fight for the words to come to the screen. Again and again.


At the beginning of 2015, I committed to writing in a journal every day. Along the way, I discovered that I could no longer not write. I craved the daily practice. It was healing and preparing me to write out in the open.


4. Find strength for the day

You can endure.


You can make it through another day and do the tasks in front of you.


5. Focus on one

One day. One task.


Break the larger goal, the bigger project, into smaller pieces removes the stress and brings clarity.


Don’t jump straight into writing a book. I tried that in my early days of writing, and quickly got overwhelmed. The ability to blog consistently suffered because I focused on the wrong thing.


We don’t have to rush the journey we are on. Take time to figure things out.


“We don’t have to rush the journey we are on.Laura RobbTweet thisTweet
6. Community is necessary

Whether we are actively writing or actively living, we need others to come along beside us. We need to join the stories of those around us and invite them into our own stories.


Before I was ready to say, “I’m a writer,” I found Tribe Writers — an encouraging community of people ready to grow and pursue writing together. After that, I could confidently share a new-found passion with family and friends.


7. Freedom comes in living in the present

When we stop worrying about how we expect our stories to look, we start living more deeply. Deeper living leads to deeper writing.


“When we stop worrying about how we expect our stories to look, we start living more deeply.Laura RobbTweet thisTweet

Until I turned 30, embracing my story was difficult. I focused on the future rather than admitting a tension existed — my physical limits were clashing with my unlimited dreams.


Part of the struggle is examining a disability I can’t erase, to really “see” it. Working through this tension, I needed to accept my place, see the gifts that were already in my life, and love my right now.


I didn’t learn any of these things overnight. I didn’t learn them on my own, either. At some point, I knew I needed help.


Not the kind of assistance I’d grown accustomed to since birth. No, this help required bravery and courage to ask others to walk me through what I didn’t know.


These days writing is a big part of what I do.


It’s simply another piece of my story, another layer of my normal.


BONUS: I’m hosting a free live training about why it’s not too late for you to become a writer. Click here to register at no cost and discover the four critical keys to a prosperous writing career.

How have you allowed limitations to stand in your way? What do you hope to achieve in spite of them? Share in the comments.


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Published on October 21, 2016 03:00

October 20, 2016

4 Fundamental Elements to Make a Living as a Full-time Writer

Note: I’m hosting a free live training about why it’s not too late for you to become a writer. Click here to register at no cost and discover the four critical keys to a prosperous writing career.


There has never been a better time in history to become a writer. The barriers to entry are low and the access to an audience is limitless. It is not too late for you to make a living writing.


But what are the actual steps you need to take?


4 Fundamental Elements to Make a Living Writing Full-Time


If you’ve ever asked a writer for advice on writing you’ve probably gotten answers like these:



Just sit down and write
Only write when you feel inspired
Write 2,000 words a day
Write 500 words a day
Get up early to write
Stay up late to write
Pick something you’re passionate about

While there are morsels insight in some of this advice, the practical steps to get you from where you are as a writer to where you hope to be are blatantly absent.


You already know writing is a major component of becoming a writer, but what exactly do you write about? How do you find your voice? Where do you find your audience and get them to pay attention to your message?


That is what we’ll be tackling in my new live webinar, 4 Critical Keys to Make a Living Writing.


In this free training, I’ll teach you:



The step-by-step process I used to escape my day job and launch a full-time writing business.
How to find your writing voice (and why this is so critical to your success).
What it takes to get influencers to share your work so that it can spread.
The proven process to get your first 10,000 fans.

Click here to register (for free).


If you’ve never attended one of my webinars, I want you to know I work hard to make them incredible experiences. There will be giveaways, a wealth of helpful content (all for free), and enough inspiration to keep you going.


I’ll be doing this webinar at four different times. Even so, seating is limited, so be sure to claim your free ticket now.


Claim your free seat to the Make a Living Writing webinar.


Once this webinar is booked up, you won’t be able to register. Don’t miss your chance. Click here to pick a time that works best for you.


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October 19, 2016

125: Become a Full-Time Writer with This Proven 4-Step Process

Note: I’m hosting a free training about four critical keys to making a living as a writer. Click here to register at no cost.

Earning attention is hard. Everyone is bombarded with messages through phones, computers, billboards, and more. But regardless of the voices already speaking, there’s still one missing: yours.


125: Become a Full-Time Writer with This Proven 4-Step Process


You have a story to tell. You have a message to share with others. All you need is an audience who will listen.


Now, the challenge you face in building an audience is the same one all of us face: obscurity.


You see, apart from our family and friends, we don’t start with a group of people interested in what we have to say. The idea that writers or creatives can just create something and people will magically find their work has never been true.


I share this with you not to crush your dreams, but to wave smelling salts under your nose. This is the challenge you will face. The good news is there is practical help available in overcoming it.


This week on The Portfolio Life, Andy Traub and I talk about why it’s not too late for you to succeed as a writer. We share the proven steps you can take to help you build an audience for your work, recent case studies, and a free eBook and video series to help you along the way.


If you’ve ever wondered if it’s too late for you to overcome obscurity, then I encourage you to listen in and learn the steps you need to take to fulfill your dreams of becoming a writer people will pay attention to.


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Show highlights

In this episode, Andy and I discuss:



Why so many people believe it’s too late for them to succeed in writing
Discovering your voice and sharing your message
Recent stories of people who have succeeded as writers
Learning the principles of success, and adapting your tactics
Why you have to build an audience
Developing a way for people to get in touch with you
Why it’s not too late for you to succeed

Quotes and takeaways

It’s noisy today, but there’s still one voice missing: yours.
Once we’ve seen someone else succeed, then we know it’s possible for us, too.

“It’s not too late to succeed. But you need to have a plan, do the work, and persevere.Tweet thisTweet
Resources

It’s Not Too Late , my new free eBook
How to Get Started as a Writer, a free video series
How I Finished Writing My Book in 90 Days by Sandy Kreps
What Most Self-Published Authors Do Wrong (and What This One Did Instead)
The Art of War by Sun Tzu
Download the full transcript here.

What’s the first step you need to take in succeeding as a writer? Share in the comments.


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Published on October 19, 2016 03:00

October 18, 2016

4 Indispensable Elements of Writing Success You Can’t Ignore [Free Video Series]

Note: I’m currently sharing a free video series this week on why it’s not too late to become a writer. Today, video 3 is now available. Click here to watch it now.

Finding your voice as a writer is not an epiphany. It’s a process. You share what matters to you and see if it matters to others. It’s about resonance.


4 Indispensable Elements of Writing Success You Can’t Ignore


Over the years, I can’t tell you how many people I’ve met who have told me they are “working on a book” but never end up finishing it. Do you know why this is? Because they’re not practicing in public.


Have you ever noticed the correlation between the word “public” and the word “published”? The best kind of writing practice is done in front of an audience. That doesn’t mean you have to share every word you write, but you do have to be putting your work out there for other people to interact with.


Otherwise, you will never see what resonates. And you will never find your voice.


Learn more about what it takes to hone your voice in this free video series.


For some, this is a process that comes easy, and for others, it can feel like grinding away at the keyboard for an eternity. But in any case, your job is to trust the process. If you do the work, you will see the results.


Sandy Kreps is one of those for whom writing was difficult. It took self-publishing four books and years of blogging in frustration before the puzzle pieces began to come together. Even then, she wondered if she was on the right track or not. But she kept it and persevered, and in the end, she succeeded.


When Sandy finally found her voice, the reward was worth the process.


But even more incredible than her success is her perspective. Looking back on the years of toil and dealing with personal illness and other obstacles — after writing tens of thousands of words just to find her voice, Sandy says:


It was worth the struggle.


That’s what Tribe Writers is all about. It’s a proven process to help you get the audience your writing deserves. It’s a four-part framework for taking a writing dream and making it a reality.


Join Sandy and me as we talk about the writer’s journey of going pro.


“You don’t need to tell people how to do things. You just need to share your own experiences.—Sandy KrepsTweet thisTweet

And if you’re just joining us, this is Part 3 of a new free series exploring the idea that it’s not too late for you to become the writer you always wanted to be. So be sure to watch the previous parts:



In Part 1, Sandy and I share how we each went from thinking about writing to actually doing the work.
In Part 2, we discuss the five big obstacles Sandy and I both struggled with, and how we overcame them.
And in Part 3, we are showing you the exact process Sandy followed to succeed and how you can do the same.

Click here to get instant access to this interview series and learn the four step method to grow your audience and get paid for your writing.

 


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Published on October 18, 2016 08:45

October 16, 2016

5 Obstacles Every Writer Faces [Free Video Series]

It’s not too late be a writer. The world is hungry for more great work.


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You can still share your message and your stories, sell thousands of books, and even become a full-time writer if that’s what you want to do.


But this positive outlook begs a question: If it’s so doable, why aren’t more aspiring writers reaching their goals?


This is a great question.


The truth is, every writer faces five big obstacles. Overcome them, and you’re set… but most people never do.


So I’ve interviewed Sandy Kreps. Sandy is a student of mine who has recently become a popular blogger, speaker, and the author of two books.


Sandy and I discuss the five big obstacles we both struggled with, and how we overcame them.


Click here to get instant access to this series.


I believe the five obstacles we discuss are the biggest reasons many writers never reach their goals. But, when you move past them, you’ll be well ahead of the pack, and in an excellent position to go pro as a writer.


Come learn how with me and Sandy.


By the way, this is actually Part 2 of a new free series. In Part 1, Sandy and I share how we each went from thinking about writing to actually doing the work.


If you missed Part 1, feel free to check it out here. It’s a great resource for anyone who deals with a lack of motivation or feels like they’ve missed their chance to be a writer.


Click here to get instant access to this interview series and learn how to overcome the five obstacles every writer faces.

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Published on October 16, 2016 03:00

October 14, 2016

How to Get Started as a Writer [Free Video Series]

Why are so many aspiring writers thinking about writing but not actually doing it?






That’s a question I’ve been wrestling with over the past few months. And what I’ve realized is this:



Sometimes, we need to see someone else be brave we can be courageous ourselves.
Sometimes, we need to see someone chase their dreams and actually accomplish their goals before we’re willing to get in the game ourselves.
Sometimes, we need to see someone succeed before we believe it’s possible for us.

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And on that note, I’m excited to share a new project I’ve been working on. To help you see what’s possible when you invest in your writing, I’ve recorded a 3-part interview with one of my students Sandy Kreps.


Click here to get instant access to this series.


Sandy has taken what we teach in Tribe Writers (my online course for writers) and used it to become a popular blogger at modernsimplicity.org, as well as the author of two books. She finally got the audience her writing deserves.


Sandy is living proof that it’s not too late to succeed as a writer. It takes work, but it’s possible. My hope is that in hearing Sandy’s story, you will discover what’s possible for your own story.


Don’t miss it!


In the first video of this three-part interview, Sandy shares what inspired her to take the leap from thinking about writing to actually chasing her dream — and ultimately how she succeeded.


Do you wonder if you’ve missed your chance to succeed as a writer? Are you concerned that the challenges you face are too much to overcome?


If so, then please, take 10 minutes and watch this video. I doubt you will regret. And if you watch it, you’ll learn exactly what it takes to succeed as a writer today and why it’s not too late to begin today.


Click here to get immediate access the first video in this interview series: “Is It Too Late to Be a Writer?”

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Published on October 14, 2016 03:01