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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.
Authors Who Lead - Learn to write a book from bestselling authors and leaders
Why Small Ideas Make Great Books | Dan Andrews
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In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with Dan Andrews—writer, entrepreneur, and founder of the Dynamite Circle—to dig deep into what it means to write and lead in today’s creative landscape. Our conversation is a goldmine for aspiring authors who wrestle with the pressure to be original, the fear of starting, and the all-too-familiar sting of writer’s block. Together, we explore how the writing process—far from being mystical or reserved for geniuses—is something deeply human, honest, and accessible.
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00:00 Internet transparency movement origins
06:10 Internet explorations and new paths
07:29 Tim Ferriss’ timely insight
11:12 Early networking and generosity
15:51 Conference speech writing hack
18:10 Authors’ need for control
21:47 Before the Exit insights
25:16 Founder mode’s accelerated influence
28:19 The 1000-day principle
33:22 High output drives success
35:49 Creative limits enhance artistic expression
37:52 Creative freedom vs. impactful writing
42:29 Overcoming creative doubt
46:02 Personal podcast narratives
48:48 Writing as a life-changing idea
53:39 Impulsive ticket purchase regrets
55:03 Apprenticeship success at Meetup
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