In this conversation, Janeen Ippolito explores the pivotal questions authors face regarding the significance of their work. She emphasizes the importance of asking not just why their writing matters, but whether it matters at all. Through personal anecdotes and insights, she encourages authors to confront uncomfortable truths about their motivations and the changing landscape of the publishing industry. The discussion highlights the necessity of self-discovery, adaptability, and finding deeper reasons for pursuing a writing career beyond financial gain.

• Every author questions if their work matters at some point.
• Asking 'does it matter?' is crucial for author longevity.
• Change is hard, but necessary for growth in the author journey.
• The publishing industry is chaotic and requires adaptability.
• You are allowed to shift your focus and priorities as an author.
• Self-discovery is key to understanding your motivations.
• It's okay to let go of projects that no longer resonate with you.

Hey there! In this episode I share some of my recent (and not-so-recent) experiences with pivoting my focus and what that means going forward. I'm going to be closing down some things (this podcast is staying), shifting over others, and stepping into some areas that have been really on my heart lately. This is going to be a new, highly consolidated focus that I'm super-excited about - and of course, I'm sharing how you can take a look at your priorities and make solid adjustments as well.

Includes:

• The pros and cons of the Author Elevate brand
• Giving yourself permission to move on
• The importance of balancing mental loads
• Figuring out how to human professionally with other humans
• What the next steps are!

*waves* Hey there! Anyone feeling data and info overload? I'm right there with you!

And in this quick episode I offer an alternative to getting lost in the analytics, likes, subscribes, and all the rest.

Learn one crucial tip for sifting through all the info, and how to prioritize your goals and health to keep author life sustainable.

It's time to reclaim your confidence and clarity. See you in the episode!

Want to do your writing and marketing easier, faster, and better?

It’s time to create a process you love for author success–and I’m here to help you start right now!

Don’t miss this episode of the Author Elevate podcast as I share some tips to research your process and narrow it down to something that works for your unique brain.

Includes awesome word-nerding (vocabulary appreciation), one essential acronym, and how to adapt what others are doing to your own process!

Welcome back to the Author Elevate podcast! Are you ready for a few changes? We promise they’re good ones!

Learn what cool things are on the horizon and our theme for this season.

In this episode:

-four changes I’m making to level up this podcast (and keep myself sane)

-the highly underrated secret of successful authors

-plus, find out more about the direction the Author Elevate Podcast & YouTube Channel will be taking this season and beyond!

Have you tried to write every day–and can’t, because of life? Do you want to push forward in your author biz but keep dealing with setbacks? Author and YouTuber Tiffany Grant has a boatload of encouragement, tips, and inspiration in this latest episode! And she also shares about running a successful Kickstarter with her debut novel! Includes epic conversations like: -Why she decided to run a Kickstarter on her debut book (and what she learned) -Adapting author business to handle overstimulation and depression -Coping techniques for when you have to keep going - and when to just stop -How having a unique brain and difficulties can help develop writing ability and empathy -plus, favorite words are the topic in this week’s random question!

Are you ready to finish your next book? How about the next one…and the next one? Author E.J. Kitchens brings all the best tips for how to overcome writer's block on this episode! And she’s offering a free guide with even more tips for eliminating writers block (check out the YouTube Channel for the link). Includes epic conversations like: -Elizabeth’s unexpected journey to authorship (she didn’t enjoy writing) -how focusing on the details can elevate your whole story -the three R’s for recovering from writer’s block -how writing in layers can alleviate creative pressure -plus, Elizabeth answers the random question about…story tourism!

Does author life sometimes make you feel like screaming? What if laughter is a better option? Special guest A.C. Williams shares all about approaching hard author life curveballs and situations with humor. Includes epic conversations like: -how mishaps with her latest release taught her resilience (...again…haha) -the importance of letting go of control and accepting that some things are out of our hands -finding laughter and lightness in difficult circumstances can help us persevere. -surrounding yourself with a supportive community -practice gratitude and focus on the good (without denying the hardships and difficulties) -plus, which of her characters she would NOT want as a caregiver if she was sick