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In this episode I interview Liz Sowers, a hairstylist who became a financial coach for women and the creator of two online membership programs. She used what she learned in Stu McLaren’s The Membership Experience (formerly known as Tribe) to create her membership programs and to gear up for her upcoming course launch. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Liz made the transition from hairstylist to financial coach How Liz started one membership and ended up with another How the lessons we learned in The Membership Experience (formerly known as Tribe) apply to launching everything from digital courses, ebooks, and other products as well as memberships How her membership program complements her one-on-one coaching practice and her courses. How a membership allows her to serve more of her community Links mentioned in this episode: The Membership Experience Guide: https://candaceduff.com/membership-guide Liz Sowers Website: https://lizsowers.com Liz Sowers Instagram: @themoneystylist

In this episode I ask (and answer) a question that I get asked all the time: "Do you love writing?" If you asked every author you know this same question, the answer may very well surprise you. How would you answer the question? You'll learn:   Whether I love writing George R. R. Martin's (the creator of Game of Thrones) answer to the question The real reason that I'm a novelist The importance of figuring out what you love about writing What happens when you stop writing Links mentioned during this episode: Write Your Book in a Weekend https://candaceduff.com/bookwritingweekend    

In today’s episode of the Candace Duff Show, I interview a very special guest: Dr. Casandra Henriquez also known as Coach Cass – the love coach to professional women everywhere. She's a bestselling children's book author and a mom on a mission. Since becoming an author, she's been featured in the Washington Post, Forbes and NBC. She's also a former student of mine.  In this episode, you’ll learn: Why a love coach decided to become a children’s book author What it takes to produce a first-class children’s book How many people it takes to self-publish a first class book How your personal story can help you sell more books and garner media attention How one author created a book based business off the back of her children’s book

In today’s episode I interviewed a very special guest – Tracie Heskett. Tracie is a freelance writer who used to be a teacher who taught in public and private schools for seven years. Now, she’s a professional freelance writer of teacher and student curriculum materials for educational publishers and a ghostwriter. Over the past 20 years, she has written more than 50 published teacher resource books, including several fiction and nonfiction readers for children. In the past few years, she’s done some ghostwriting and has written adult Bible study lessons for an international Christian publisher. In this episode you’ll learn: How Tracie got started as a professional freelance writer How knowing your market can help you secure freelance writing opportunities How choosing hot topics can help your freelance writing career How Tracie was able to write a new book every five weeks Techniques every writer could use to create books out of existing content Links mentioned during the episode: Write Your Book in a Weekend: https://coachcandaceduff.com/bookwritingweekend Tracie Heskett’s website: www.tracieheskett.com “13 Ways to Write a Book” (free report): https://coachcandaceduff.com/13-ways-weekend

Student Spotlight: Geraldine Hogan Geraldine Hogan, Esq., retired judge, mediator, and the author of Career Moves for Teachers and Other Professionals: Strategies for a Successful Job Change,” is a friend and former client of mine. In this episode she tells her fascinating and inspiring story how she made a major mid-career change and later decided to become a published author. In this episode you'll learn: what made Geraldine Hogan decide to make a major career change after 11 years how she overcame obstacles and resistance along the way what made her decide to write and publish her book her advice to those who are thinking about making a career change what it really takes to write and publish a book how her life has changed as a result Books, Workshops and other sites mentioned in this episode: “Career Moves for Teachers and Other Professionals: Strategies for a Successful Job Change” by Geraldine Hogan, Esq. “See You at the Top” by Zig Ziglar Geraldine's website: https://geraldinehogan.com Live Implementation Workshop: “Write Your Book in a Weekend” https://coachcandaceduff.com/bookwritingweekend Master Your Book Program. Apply for book coaching with Candace Duff https://candaceduff.as.me/apply To share your thoughts: Rate and review the show on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help. I read each one and will be forever grateful if you do. Subscribe on iTunes. You can also leave reviews, subscribe and listen to the show on Stitcher and Google Play Sign up below to be notified of future episodes.  You don't want to miss them.

In this episode, I give you 5 good reasons why you should write a book in a weekend. The reasons span from beating mindset issues like imposter syndrome, perfection monster, and attacks of the inner editor, to the benefits of devoting dedicated, uninterrupted time to your book project. I also talk about an exciting new program that I've created called “Write Your Book in a Weekend” and describe exactly what happens to those who sign up for the event. In the spirit of Halloween, there may even have been mention of folks being locked in a hotel ballroom and chained to their laptops . . . In this episode, you'll learn: the benefits of writing a book in a weekend how writing fast can help with the mindset issues all writers face the benefits of being “in the zone” while you write your book what you and “wrimos” have in common what really happens to those who sign up for the “Write Your Book in a Weekend” program Live workshops mentioned in this episode: Live Implementation Workshop: “Write Your Book in a Weekend” https://coachcandaceduff.com/bookwritingweekend

Ending Strong in 2019 It's 4th quarter 2019. We have two whole months left to leave our mark on 2019. Today, I talk about my plan for ending strong in 2019 and encourage you to finish strong in 2019 too. As you listen to this episode, think about what you need to do to make sure that you're ending strong in 2019. Do you need to speed up your efforts? Or maybe you need to double down on the time you spend on those projects you meant to get to or complete this year. What would ending strong in 2019 look like to you? In this episode you'll learn: how close I am to meeting my goals this year what online workshops I'm planning to launch in 2019 what live workshops I'm planning to hold in 2019 what live event will take place January 18-19, 2019 what it takes to finish strong Live workshops mentioned in this episode: Live Online Workshop: “10 Proven Ways Coaches, Consultants, Professionals, and Business Owners Can Use a Book to Sell More Products and Services” https://coachcandaceduff.com/business-workshop Live Implementation Workshop: “Write Your Book in a Weekend” https://candaceduff.com/bookwritingweekend 30 Day Book Live (January 18-19, 2020) https://candaceduff.com/30daybooklive

Today, I had the pleasure of interviewing Heather Floyd, an ASP.net website developer, consultant, speaker, and the author of "An Agency's Guide to the Umbraco Content Management System: The Comprehensive Getting Started Guide for Digital and Advertising Agencies."  We had a great conversation about how writing books can help digital and advertising agencies and website developers attract new customers, service existing ones, and showcase their expertise to peers in their industry. We also discussed the merits of publishing on Amazon versus selling e-books directly and her process for writing the book.

Today, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Sarah Andreas, a leadership coach, speaker, Harley rider, and the author of two books:  “Women Who Ride. Rebel Souls, Golden Hearts and Iron Horses” and “Career Advancement Strategies for Emerging Leaders: Get Promoted Faster in the Career You Love.”  We had a great conversation about women who ride motorcycles, leadership, finding your purpose, and standing in your light.  In this episode, you’ll learn: What not to say during a job interview What it means to stand in your light Where leadership begins That you can write a book even if you have a learning disability How writing a book can enhance your credibility even if you have a Ph.D in Organizational Leadership How there’s power in sharing your story Why publishing an anthology allows the contributors to tell their own stories How to create an audiobook of an anthology To share your thoughts: Rate and review the show on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help. I read each one and will be forever grateful if you do. Subscribe on iTunes. You can also leave reviews, subscribe and listen to the show on Stitcher and Google Play Dr. Sarah Andreas' website – www.wisewoodllc.com The Book Author Bootcamp 21 Day Challenge  https://coachcandaceduff.com/21-day-challenge-waitlist

In this episode of the Candace Duff Show, I interview Dr. Adi Jaffe – a world renowned addiction expert, the CEO of IGNTD, the creator of the IGNTD podcast and the author of “The Abstinence Myth: A New Approach for Overcoming Addiction Without Shame, Judgment, Or Rules.” He and I had a fascinating talk about drugs, addiction, books, and myths. We also talked about peer pressure, feelings, cultural issues and psychology. In this episode, you'll learn: Why so many of our children become addicted to drugs every day Why abstinence is a myth A new approach to overcoming drug dependence The role that shame plays in this scenario How writing a book has helped Dr. Jaffe with his mission To share your thoughts: Rate and review the show on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help. I read each one and will be forever grateful if you do. Subscribe on iTunes. You can also leave reviews, subscribe and listen to the show on Stitcher and Google Play. Links discussed during this episode: Dr. Adi Jaffe’s websites: https://www.adijaffe.com/ https://www.igntd.com/ Book Author Bootcamp 21 Day Challenge https://candaceduff.com/21daychallenge

In this episode of the Candace Duff Show I talk about how many would be authors allow fear to keep them from writing a book and the importance of doing it afraid - whatever "it" is - in 2019. I also talked about my new course the "10 Day Book Bootcamp" and how it can help you conquer fear and whip out the first draft of your book in as little as two weeks. You'll Learn: The main reason why so many would be authors never write their books When you shouldn't fear calling yourself an expert Why we should do it afraid - whatever "it" is Why I was terrified to release my last novel What the "10 Day Book Bootcamp" is all about Please rate and review the show.  Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and I read each one. Links discussed during this episode: Learn more about the 10 Day Book Bootcamp https://www.10daybookbootcamp.com/go Sign up for a Book Block Breakthrough Session - https://candaceduff.com      

In this episode of the Candace Duff Show I talk how important it is for each and every one of us to speak up, I talk about how I raised my hand and spoke up at the Two Comma Club X meeting in Phoenix, Arizona and the surprising impact my words had. You'll Learn: The truth about my personality How I learned to step out of my comfort zone What I said when I raised my hand and spoke up in Phoenix The surprising effect my words had Why it's important for you to speak up Thank you very much for listening. To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below Share this show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. To help out the show: Rate and review the show on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help. I read each one and will be forever grateful if you do. Subscribe on iTunes. You can also leave reviews, subscribe and listen to the show on Stitcher and Google Play. Links discussed during this episode: Sign up for a complimentary Book Clarity Consultation - http://www.candaceduff.com

In this episode of the Candace Duff show, I talk about what it means to decide something as opposed to talking about something or dabbling in it. I also talk about decisions I've made for myself and my goals for the next year. As one of my Two Comma Club X coaches - Stephen Larsen - likes to say, I call my shot.   You'll Learn: The historical meaning of the word decide How deciding to do something affects your actions What decisions I made in the past What I've decided for the next year How important it is for you to decide what you want Thank you very much for listening. To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below Share this show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. To help out the show: Rate and review the show on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help. I read each one and will be forever grateful if you do. Subscribe on iTunes. You can also leave reviews, subscribe and listen to the show on Stitcher and Google Play. Links discussed during this episode: 13 Ways to Write a Book www.candaceduff.com Sign up for a complimentary Book Clarity Consultation - http://www.candaceduff.com

In this episode of the Candace Duff show we talk I fulfill the task given to me in my mastermind group and tell my origin story - specifically, what led me to become a book coach. The audio for this podcast episode is taken from a Facebook Live.  I don't do those very often.  I was so nervous that I forgot Stephen King's name when I referred to his book "On Writing."  I was tempted to edit that part out of the podcast but decided to keep it honest in the name of authenticity. You'll Learn: When I discovered my love of writing What my mother thought of writing as a profession When I started writing books How my writing journey shaped my confidence Why I decided to become a coach Thank you very much for listening. To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below Share this show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. To help out the show: Rate and review the show on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help. I read each one and will be forever grateful if you do. Subscribe on iTunes. You can also leave reviews, subscribe and listen to the show on Stitcher and Google Play. Links discussed during this episode: 13 Ways to Write a Book www.candaceduff.com Sign up for a complimentary Book Clarity Consultation - http://www.candaceduff.com

In this episode of the Candace Duff show, which is the second part of a two part series, we talk about 10 more ways in which writing books can make you money whether you're a freelancer, a fiction author, a career employee, a software developer, a course creator, an ecommerce guru, a shop owner who sells physical products, or a company looking to recruit employees.  If you ever thought or heard that writing books is a waste of time and won't add to your bottom line, you need to listen to this episode. You'll Learn: What writing books and ecommerce have in common What writing books and recruiting employees have in common 10 surprising ways writing books can make you money How you can get started writing your book

In this episode of the Candace Duff show, which is the first part of a two part series, we talk about 20 ways in which writing books can make you money whether you're a coach, a professional speaker, a consultant, an entrepreneur, an agency owner, a doctor, a lawyer, or some other professional.  If your mama or anyone else told you that writing books is a waste of time and won't add to your bottom line, you need to listen to this episode. You'll Learn: What my mama used to say about writing books Whether she was right 10 ways writing books can make you money How you can get started writing your book Thank you very much for listening. To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below Share this show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. To help out the show: Rate and review the show on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help. I read each one and will be forever grateful if you do. Subscribe on iTunes. You can also leave reviews, subscribe and listen to the show on Stitcher and Google Play. Links discussed during this episode: Free course: How to Write a Book in Ten Days

In this episode of the Candace Duff show, we take a deep dive into the topic of perfectionism. We talk about what it really is, how it affects your self-esteem, and how to overcome it. I also bring you up to date on my latest endeavors and talk about a few upcoming projects I'm working on. You'll Learn: What causes perfectionism What it really is The effect it has on self-esteem Tips for overcoming perfectionism Thank you very much for listening. To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below Share this show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. To help out the show: Rate and review the show on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help. I read each one and will be forever grateful if you do. Subscribe on iTunes. You can also leave reviews, subscribe and listen to the show on Stitcher and Google Play.

In this Special Independence Edition of the Candace Duff show, we celebrate my independence from the 9 to 5 and becoming a full-time entrepreneur. No more day job, no regular paychecks, no safety net.  I'm on my own. Find out how I feel about it and learn what big plans I have for the rest of the year. You'll Learn: How leaping without a safety net feels to me My plans for the legal side of the business My plans for the author side of the business My plans for the coaching side of the business Thank you very much for listening. To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below Share this show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. To help out the show: Rate and review the show on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help. I read each one and will be forever grateful if you do. Subscribe on iTunes. You can also leave reviews, subscribe and listen to the show on Stitcher and Google Play.

In the Mothers Day edition of the show, we celebrate Mothers Day by talking about something my mother used to tell me and my sisters all the time: "Walk Into a room as if you own it."  I didn't know it at the time, but she was teaching us about projecting self-confidence.  You'll Learn: How to walk into a room as if you own it How projecting self-confidence can make you feel more confident Tips for projecting self-confidence How treating people with respect can make you appear more confident Resources I mention during this episode: www.candaceduff.com/selfesteem Thank you very much for listening. To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below Share this show on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest. To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help. I read each one and will be forever grateful if you do. Subscribe on iTunes. You can also leave reviews, subscribe and listen to the show on Stitcher and Google Play. Download the show transcript here. (Coming soon)

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