46. How to become your own boss in 12 months with Melinda Emerson

As the year comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to wish you a wonderful holiday season and share a few exciting updates for what’s ahead. While I’m taking a short break to rest and recharge, R...

18 Dec 20254min

So many aspiring authors believe finishing a book is about talent, inspiration, or finding the perfect moment. But the truth is much simpler—and far more empowering. Books get finished because of disc...

17 Dec 20256min

Most authors worry about standing out, but the real secret isn’t writing a “bigger” book. It’s writing a clearer one. In today’s episode, we dig into why defining a focused niche is one of the most po...

11 Dec 20257min

In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Leah Paulos—founder of Book Publicity School and Press Shop PR—who brings more than 25 years of experience helping authors break through the noise and get ...

10 Dec 202542min

This week, I’m joined by an extraordinary leader in the funeral and deathcare industry. Lisa Baue is a third-generation funeral director, former CEO of Baue Funeral Homes, and founder of Funeral Women...

3 Dec 202554min

This week, we’re diving into a topic every self-employed creative needs to understand—but that most of us avoid: taxes. And trust me, this conversation is anything but dry.I’m joined by Hannah Cole, t...

26 Nov 202549min

Many aspiring authors believe they need more time—or a more flexible life—before they can write a book. In today’s episode, we’ll break down the truth: Books get finished not because life slows down, ...

20 Nov 20259min

One of the biggest challenges for authors, business owners, and anyone building a brand is leaning into their niche. In this episode, I sit down with Kristen Luke, president of Kaleido Creative Studio...

19 Nov 202543min