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Build Your SuccessFrom the Ground Up: Developing the Next Generation of Construction with Laurie WrightIn this episode of the Build Your Success podcast, hostBrian Brogen interviews Laurie Wright, the HRIS Director at Robins and Morton. Laurie shares her journey from working in finance at WellsFargo to her current role in construction, emphasizing her passion for training and leadership development. She highlights the importance of relationships and purpose in leadership, and how Robins and Morton invests in training and mentorship programs. Laurie discusses the HR lifecycle, the company's approach toemployee development, and the significance of building people alongside projects in the construction industry.https://buildcs.net...
2025-04-2223 min
Tribe Sober - inspiring an alcohol free life!Sparking Joy in Mid-life with Laurie WrightMy guest this week is Coach Laurie Wright
In this episode:-
Laurie is a master neuro coach with a passion for helping others
She discovered this passion later in life and now she now helps others to find what lights them up in later life
She emphasizes personal growth and helping people overcome barriers.
Laurie advocates exploring new interests and redefining life goals post-midlife.
She believes in self-discovery and finding purpose through activities that bring value.
We agreed that exploring past interests even what we enjoyed as a child can spark a passion in...
2024-11-3050 min
This Organized Life: Decluttering Tips for Moms, Entrepreneurs and Professional OrganizersUnapologetically ADHD: Strategies and Stories from Nikki Kinzer & Pete Wright | Ep 415In today's episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright, hosts of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, to discuss their journey and their new book, Unapologetically ADHD. Together, we dive into the challenges, strategies, and stories that shape life with ADHD—both for individuals living with it and those who love them.This episode is packed with insights and practical advice to help you better understand ADHD and neurodivergence, tackle common struggles like organization and all-or-nothing thinking, and embrace neurodiversity unapologetically.Key Takeaways:ADHD isn’t a character flaw—it’s a different way of pro...
2024-11-2134 min
The Mother Daze with Sarah Wright Olsen & Teresa PalmerDecoding Dreams With Dream Expert Laurie LoewenbergOn this ep of The Mother Daze we dive into the world of dreams with renowned expert Laurie Loewenberg! We explore the fascinating phenomenon of shared dreaming (mainly about rooting Eminem), the mysterious connection of twin flame dreaming, and unravel the meaning behind recurring dreams. Laurie helps us decode the subconscious messages hidden in our dreams, offering insights on how they can guide us through our waking lives! Some really cool interpretations came up and as you know we are here for ALL things woo woo !!!This episode is proudly sponsored by HelloFresh! Get 10...
2024-10-2458 min
Wisdom Talk RadioFirst Intelligence: a Conversation with Simone WrightWhat if you could map the unknown? What if that map allowed you to navigate this unknown so that you could successfully traverse it to reach your goal? When you activate your capacity to tap into your inner guidance system, and use it to create in the world, you are tapping what my guest today calls, “First Intelligence”. She is revolutionary in her approach to teaching entrepreneurs how to successfully chart their course forward. Simone Wright is an internationally respected authority on Intuition, Evolutionary Creativity and Entrepreneurship. She started her first business at the age of 9 and has u...
2024-09-041h 01
Inspiring Women with Laurie McGrawCamille Wright on Being a Servant Leader || EP. 169
Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Camille Wright, Director of Human Resources at American Health Marketplace.
Camille oversees HR for a health insurance marketplace firm which spans 28 states. She shares her path from early days when she wanted to be a university dean to finding her calling in HR through unexpected opportunities.
Joining American Health Marketplace when it lacked a formal HR department, Camille took charge and built it from the ground up as the company grew 5x in just a few short years. Her proactive approach and commitment to personal and professional development...
2024-07-3121 minInspiring Women with Laurie McGrawMichelle Wright: Payer executive. Mom, first and foremost.
Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Michelle Wright.
In this 2024 WBL (Women Business Leaders) Series, Michelle begins our conversation talking about what it means to play the long game. She has always been in Maryland and for nearly thirty of those years she was a senior executive at Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield. To play the long game, it must be interesting.
Michelle started off in finance and then moved into HR. Michelle is quick to point out that the HR field has evolved significantly over the past two decades...
2024-05-0819 min
Podcasting Amplified: The Podcast for PodcastersFinding Your Podcasting Passion & Getting Started with Laurie WrightHow long did it take you to get your first episode out there after you’d decided to start a podcast? For Laurie Wright, it took her much longer than she would have liked, but podcasting has become the best thing she’s ever done - for herself, and for her business. Laurie Wright hosts Living Your Sparked Second Half, she’s nearly 400 episodes in and she offers a ton of valuable insight for anyone struggling to get started or for those who aren’t feeling like their podcast is enabling them to be their authentic selves. I...
2024-04-0243 min
Living Your Sparked Second HalfAlcohol Almost Killed Her (Twice) But She Kept Drinking, with Janet GourandEP388: Today’s guest is Janet Gourand, the founder of Tribe Sober, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals in overcoming alcohol dependence. Janet shares her personal journey through alcoholism and explores the importance of breaking the cycle of dependency.
Our conversation delves into the impact of alcohol on health, relationships, and overall well-being, shedding light on the challenges faced by those struggling with alcohol-related issues. Janet shares her candid and relatable perspectives on the challenges associated with alcohol consumption.
In this episode, we talk about:
Personal experiences relating to alcohol that affected both Janet’s and...
2024-01-1851 min
Talking To Mod - The Magic ModTalking To Mod - The Magic Mod with Laurie WrightThis week on Talking to Mod we are joined by Laurie Wright is a sing songwriter hellbent on bringing the rock n roll revival to the masses, With brilliantly crafted, high energy guitar hits. Laurie Wright and his band are destined for rock roll's biggest stage.you can find Laurie Wright here - https://www.instagram.com/lauriewrightmusic/If you liked what you heard please follow, like and share.you can find us here https://linktr.ee/themagicmodCreditsBen Taylor - The Magic ModGuest...
2024-01-0538 min
Murder in the Air Mystery Theatre podcastEpisode 27 Author Dr. Millicent Eidson interview; AuthorXtra: Sandy WrightInterview with author Dr. Millicent Eidson from Vermont, who among other subjects, writes MICROBIAL MYSTERIES about the germs animals give to people. She's created the MayaVerse, an entire world revolving around her primary protagonist CDC veterinarian Maya Maguire - who is based on her daughter. Find out why! "Dr. Millie" is secretary for the Burlington Writers Workshop (BWW), a member of the Alliance of Independent Authors as well as Grand Canyon and Tucson Sisters in Crime. She will also read her short story, "El Chinche," which means bedbug, and which received a writing award in 2020 from th...
2023-11-2231 minLiving Your Sparked Second HalfToo Frivolous or Frugal With Your Money? It’s Not Your Fault!EP377: Today’s guest is Marie Burns, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with nearly 20 years of experience in the financial industry. Marie's journey has taken her through various roles, from a bank setting to working at Vanguard, and now as the founder of her independent advisory practice in Phoenix.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, she is actively involved in promoting financial awareness and literacy, serving as a volunteer ambassador and board member for The Financial Awareness Foundation and as a board member for the Senior Advocacy Group of Ahwatukee.
Our conversation ended up being so i...
2023-11-0957 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #138 Laurie WrightWe’ve cracked it with this one as the brilliant Laurie Wright is our guest on #138 of The Fantastival Podcast as we are heading to easy street…
Rock n Roll certainly isn’t dead as Laurie
talks about his debut album ‘Get On The End Of It’ (one of the albums of the year), his musical memories, musical journey, his openness and honesty about addiction, his upcoming headline date at The Camden Underworld on Saturday 21st October (sure to be a great night, with some stellar support acts), and of course, Mr Wright gets the honour of collating his Fantasy Fe...
2023-09-1745 min
Painting Your PathLive Your Sparked Second Half: Interview with Laurie WrightSpecial announcement: For the first time in history, I’m offering a class on how to run your own profitable and fun vision board workshop. If you love making vision boards and love helping people, this class is for you. Link to learn more below under “Connect with Me” section.Ok, now on to our show!This one is for my empty nesters. Laurie and I got into all kinds of topics during our time together: reinventing yourself over once the kids are gone; dreaming; intuition. Laurie and I are both strong believers in - i...
2023-08-3151 min
The Author's Preface#12 – Laurie WrightSKIP INTRO - (4:49) Today's preface stars author, podcaster, and business coach Laurie Wright. Laurie's publications include numerous children's books such as I Can Handle it!, her Mindful Mantra Collections for kids, as well as excellent Teacher Resouces. If you want to learn more about Laurie's publications and business strategies, check out her website or podcast. SHOW NOTES:-Laurie on Twitter -Laurie on Pinterest -Laurie on Facebook -Laurie on Instagram -Laurie on LinkedIn -Celebrity Reading of I Can Handle It! -Video book (I Can Handle It!)
2023-06-271h 30
The Product Biz Podcast by Monica Little CoachingHow to plan your way to success with Laurie Wright"Planning" is one of those words where you either cringe at the sight of it because you're known for just winging it... or you get super excited to talk about ALL of the things you have planned.But the true magic of planning is actually an in-between. The place where you know your dreams and goals and what you are working towards... and how to create a plan, with wiggle room, to actually achieve them because the plan gives you the vision and the guidance on what steps to take.If you're NOT...
2023-06-2144 min
The Creative Soulpreneur Podcast with Nick Demos104. Finding Purpose with Laurie WrightFinding Purpose with Laurie Wright Episode # 104 Laurie Wright, also known as Not Your Average Grandma, is the founder of the Second Half SPARK School™ and host of Living Your Sparked Second Half podcast. Her mission is to help women over 50, who wake up most days feeling unmotivated and unexcited about life, discover new purpose so they can spend the rest of their life doing the things that light them up most. You'll Learn: The importance of being quiet How to fail...
2023-04-2743 min
The KajabiverseQuiz Funnels with Laurie WrightList growth is such a huge part of your online business and it can be tricky coming up with a lead magnet, or "freebie", that is considered valuable enough by your audience that they're willing to give up their email address. Quizzes spark that curiosity in people and if positioned and built correctly can provide real value, not only to the person taking the quiz but also to the person creating it. In this episode, I chat with Laurie Wright about all the different ways she uses a quiz in her business. Highlights from t...
2023-04-0135 min
Happy & Healthy with AmyPart 1 - Living From Your Purpose with Laurie WrightAre you an empty nester? And now that your kids are grown and flown, do you find yourself asking now what? Now what do I do? Because all that time and energy that you spent on raising your kids and making sure that they're well adjusted, contributing members of society... Well, your job is done. You did a great job! Of course, it's also perfectly natural to be asking, "What's next?" and to be feeling a little lost and even a bit empty. If this resonates, I've got a special treat for you...
2023-01-1638 min
Happy & Healthy with AmyPart 2: When You Have The Wrong Purpose with Laurie WrightWhat is your why? It's one of the first questions I ask clients when we sit down and meet. It's an important question to ask and to know the answer to because, as Purpose Coach Laurie Wright says, "Living from your purpose is the fastest way to find everyday meaning and true happiness in your life." If this is something that you are trying to figure out, in this episode, Laurie and I talk about one of the most common mistakes people make when it comes to figuring out their purpose, as well...
2023-01-1622 min
Marketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie Wright12 Days of Marketing For Childrens Authors - Day 7 - Overview of Social Media🎶 On the seventh day of Christmas my true Laurie gave to me 🎁 A look at (most) of the social channels, to give you an idea of what they an all do for you as a childrens authors. How much time do you have? Do you WANT to be on social? Good questions to ask yourself before committing to all.the.things!Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2022-12-0712 min
Marketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie Wright12 Days of Marketing For Childrens Authors - Day 6 - Email! 🎶 On the sixth day of Christmas my true Laurie gave to me 🎁 A robust email list!! Every author's fav subject - haha... I'll never stop talking about the importance of an email list. #sorrynotsorry Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2022-12-0612 min
Marketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie Wright12 Days of Marketing For Childrens Authors- Day 5 - Amazon Book Page Opportunities!On the fifth day of Christmas my true Laurie gave to me 🎶 🎁 When an author first starts to work with me, we start FIRST on the metadata (listen to Day 1 of this series) and THEN we look at their book page! It's just that important. When you first start publishing, you don't know what you don't know, but once you know... it can be cringy. Have a listen and then go look at your book page and see what needs improving!Today's bonus is a video on how to do your A+ content...
2022-12-0509 min
Marketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie Wright12 Days of Marketing for Childrens Authors Day 3 - Three Types of TrafficOn the third day of Christmas my true Laurie gave to me.... 🎁You can have the BEST book, the most engaging content ever made in the history of engaging content, but if no one ever sees it then what's the point? This is a great way to burn out quickly.When you understand the types of traffic, how you can use them all to get more eyeballs on your books then you are GOLD baby, gold. Grab the PDF to remember these HERE Today's BONUS is email templates to pitch...
2022-12-0307 min
Marketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie Wright12 Days of Marketing for Childrens Authors - Day 2 Things that make it EASIEROn the second day of Christmas my true Laurie gave to me.... 🎁 Being an indie author is a lonely endeavour, if you try to do it alone! Grab some friends and listen to FIVE ideas that will make your book marketing easier.As discussed in the show --> A quick visual of a clean link.This is NOT a ‘clean’ link --> https://www.amazon.ca/George-Martins-Thrones-5-Book-Boxed/dp/0345535529/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=book&qid=1575070603&smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&sr=8-1Cut it off after the ASIN...
2022-12-0210 min
Public Speaking, Confidence, and Visibility for Coaches and Entrepreneurs: Be In Demand120. How to Beat Self Doubt with Jessica WrightSelf doubt is the #1 killer of a great idea, business or goal. Don't let self doubt be the guide in your life.Jessica is the Personal Transformation Coach of Wright Life Coaching. She lives in the Seattle area with her husband and their dachshund, Hershey. She enjoys cooking, baking, crafting, and drinking coffee.Jessica is obsessed with degrees and programs that have the word “transformation” in them because she believes in seeking continual growth and learning how to embrace change. It's been said that she takes no shit but does no harm. She's on a miss...
2022-10-1636 min
Ignite Your SparkIGNITE with Laurie Wright - Not your average Grandma and Purpose CoachSend us a textLaurie Wright is successful in all areas of her life - NOW. She left her corporate job, where she was last seen as a VP at AOL, and has since created a top rated podcast and a coaching business working with women in their "second" act, to help them discover their purpose and passion and bring a spark back into their lives.She is now a certified Master NeuroCoach, trained in a brain-based, science-backed method which she uses to help clients remove blocks in their brain that are holding them back...
2022-08-3041 min
Make Time for Success with Dr. Christine LiDiscover Your Spark and Fulfillment in the Second Chapter of Life with Laurie WrightSend Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.I feel there are many negative stereotypes and expectations about what is involved in the aging process, especially for women. That is why I invited our special guest, Laurie Wright a.k.a. Not Your Average Grandma, on the show to talk to us about how she found true alignment personally and professionally. Listen in as she shares about the significant midlife transformations that led her to clarity and discovering her own spark and true fulfillment as well as...
2022-07-2833 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightDealing With Burnout As A Children's AuthorBooks To HelpBurnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle Mood Cure Podcasts To Help Glennon Doyle / burnout Andrew Huberman - Dopamine Episode Affirmation WorkbookPositive Affirmations for SUPER Busy Women***As a children's author, it's easy to get burnt out. You spend endless hours writing, editing, and publishing your work - many authors are burned out before they even get to the marketing! And then it feels like all your effort is for nothing. It's tough to keep going w...
2022-07-2514 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightThe Art of Not Burning Out: 5 Ways to Prevent Creative FatigueBurnout is a very real problem for many people in creative fields and authors are not immune! When you're constantly pushing yourself to come up with new ideas, and the never ending to do list of regular life, never mind learning marketing & promotion - it's easy to feel overwhelmed and exhausted. When you feel like you're constantly running on fumes it's tough to keep your creativity alive. You may start to feel like you're not good enough or that your book isn't worth it - or worse, that YOU aren’t worthy.Never fear - Lau...
2022-07-1113 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightQuick & Easy Social Media 'To Do' List | Marketing MinutesListen to the fifth most downloaded episode of 2021!Be strategic during your social media time! Four tasks for children's authors to do daily to curate your feed, build and improve relationships, and grow a reader community. This is a repeat of last week's activities because you don't need anything new right now!Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2021-12-3109 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightThinking Strategically When it Comes to Traffic: For Childrens AuthorsListen to the 4th most downloaded episode of 2021!Where are all the people?! You know you need traffic, but where do you find the people... In this episode Laurie shares where to find traffic, how to know what to post, and how to think more strategically. Want to talk more about traffic and book marketing? Join the Marketing for Childrens Authors FB group!Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2021-12-3014 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightA New Way to Think About Book Marketing Listen to the third most downloaded episode of 2021!Have you ever wondered why you're getting NO RESULTS from your book marketing activities, even though you're doing exactly what everyone else is?! You'll want to tune in to hear the reason why, in the third and final episode in the TRAFFIC series. Join Laurie as she shares a new way to think about your book marketing activities. Find the Pitch kit HERE.Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author G...
2021-12-2918 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightHow to Set Up Your Author Platform - LogisticsThe number one most downloaded episode of 2021!Something we all hear often from authors is that they don't know where to start, which is what keeps them STUCK! Overwhelmed with analysis paralysis- because they technically KNOW all that they should be doing, but they just don't know HOW to get started. Last week Laurie shared an overall book marketing strategy childrens authors can use, and what she helps authors implement. Today Laurie walks you through the logistics of how you can set it all up!Join t...
2021-12-2835 min
Last First Date RadioEP 479: Laurie Wright - Finding Love Again After DivorceLaurie Wright found love again after her divorce. She’s known as Not Your Average Grandma, is the founder of the Second Half SPARK School™ and host of the Not Your Average Lives podcast. Her mission is to help empty nesters, who feel passionless, find more purpose so they can spend the time they have left doing what lights them up in a way no man can do.
In this episode of Last First Date Radio:
When Laurie realized she needed to leave the marriage
Why she reconnected with her ex, even though their relationship had fail...
2021-11-1654 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightYour Marketing Strategy! Marketing for childrens authorsHave you ever just wanted to know what it takes to have a solid book marketing system? If YES, then this is for you!Join Laurie for the BIG PICTURE overview of an excellent book marketing system, specifically for childrens authors. Website template I talked about Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2021-09-1522 min
This Organized Life: Decluttering Tips for Moms, Entrepreneurs and Professional Organizersep 248: Take Back Your Time with Christy WrightHi Friends!Joining me today is national bestselling author, Christy Wright, host of The Christy Wright Show and ever popular Business Boutique. She is also the mom to three littles, and knows first hand what juggling career, parenting, marriage and home looks like. I invited her on the show to talk about her new book, Take Back Your Time: The Guilt Free Guide to Life Balance, and why this is different from other books out there.Christy walks us through How to stop saying “yes” for the wrong reasons and what organization looks like in her life right now...
2021-09-0939 min
Midlife Love Out LoudHow to Move from Mediocre to Magnificent with Laurie WrightAre you settling for a mediocre life? Why is that? I just interviewed Laurie Wright, aka Not Your Average Grandma and the founder of the Second Half SPARK School and she had a ton to share about creating a life of abundance. It can feel scary to start over and she addresses why that is and how you can create a life well-lived! Laurie Wright, known as Not Your Average Grandma, is the founder of the Second Half SPARK School™ and host of the Not Your Average Lives podcast. Her mission is to help empty nesters who wak...
2021-07-2836 min
Wisdom Talk RadioHumanity's Glorious Whole: a conversation with Lola WrightDivision. Separation. Judgement. Other. Our airwaves are filled with these stories. As most of you know, if you’ve been here at Wisdom talk Radio before, I’m about another picture entirely. What if we lived in a world where every unique, individual expression was celebrated as part of humanity’s glorious whole? My guest today is about creating just that. Ready to move out of old patterns? Stay tuned.Lola Wright is a TEDx speaker, coach, and host of Find Your Fierce & Loving Podcast. In addition, she’s an ordained minister with a gift for weaving together...
2021-07-2143 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightIt’s SPRING - Time to CLEAN Your Digital HOUSE!Join Laurie as she shares 5 actionable tips to be more productive when you're online. Will these tips help you write or sell your books? NOPE. But they WILL help you to spend less time sorting emailsless time wading through posts from people that bring you downMORE time on what matters!Childrens authors! Spend 10 minutes a day this week and clean your digital house!Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how t...
2021-05-1216 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightJane Owen on The Writer's WayJoin Laurie as she gets to know author and publicist Jane Owen. Jane was able to PIVOT last year, and instead of feeling sorry for herself (for not * too* long) she set to work working a lifelong goal happen. Find Jane's book here on her website, and connect with her on instagram here and here!Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2021-03-3123 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightMoney Making Activities for Authors!Author and publishing coach Lene Dybdaul chats with Laurie about money making activities authors can do. Share with a friend Lene shares her tips for book marketing... she suggests planning in advance and building an audience even BEFORE your book is published, so that you can launch your book to a waiting audience. #smartA congratulatory SHOUT OUT to all authors launching their books this week, and a specific round of applause for these two!CONGRATS to Caitlin Bangsund, for a book that's been in her brain for years...
2021-03-0317 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightStep UP Your Book Marketing Game!Join Laurie as she shares 10 actionable tips to get you up and running with book marketing!Take these ten tips and get GOING! Practice your elevator pitch, know your numbers, build an author network and MORE!Links mentioned:Marketing for Childrens Authors group on FacebookSupport the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2021-01-2021 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightMiddle Grade Success! with Tonya Duncan EllisJoin Laurie as she chats with Tonya Duncan Ellis, author of the award winning, best selling Sophie Washington children's books series. Tonya's books recount the adventures of a precocious African American preteen from Houston, TX and her diverse group of friends. Each funny and heartwarming story teaches lessons about friendship, responsibility, truthfulness and perseverance. Who doesn't need more of that for their preteen?!Contact InfoFacebook - @tonyaellisbooksInstagram - @tonyaellisbooksTwitter - @TonyaDEllishttps://tonyaduncanellis.com/Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for...
2021-01-1619 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightHoliday Marketing Tips with Foreword PublicityJoin Laurie as she talks with Foreword Publicity, a PR firm for children's authors! Lori Orlinsky & Aly Bourque share eleven tips for holiday marketing in 2020, answer marketing questions, and share about some new services too!Make sure to check out their incredible giveaway ➡️ Enter for the chance to win a FREE virtual book tour! Read the blog post to take some notes >>> here > here
2020-11-2834 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightWin-Win Marketing with Miranda MittlemanJoin Laurie as she speaks with Miranda, who shares marketing wins and flops!Her BIG goal: Raise as much money as possible for charities that support children and animals. Through her Charity of the Quarter program, she donates a portion of the proceeds from each book sold to a non-profit every quarter, and she has raised over $8,000 to date!Contact Infowww.pawsandthinkbooks.comYoutubeFacebook: @pawsandthinkbooksInstagram: @pawsandthinkbooksTwitter: @_pawsandthinkSupport the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your...
2020-11-1628 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightReach for the Stars with Cecilia CaballeroJoin Laurie as she chats with astronomer, teacher, educator and now writer - Cecilia Caballero. Ceci travels the globe to catch eclipses and spends new moons gazing up at the stars. She's turned her love of the stars into a publishing house and turned her children's bedtime stories into fabulous books! Cecilia has learned some things along the way and is happy to share, here with us.Contact Infoceci@bellelunebooks.comhttps://www.facebook.com/cecicaballeroauthor/https://www.linkedin.com/in/cecilia-caballero-m-ed-2329a1139/https://www.instagram.com/cecicaballeroauthor/
2020-11-0225 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightHelp for new authors with April CoxLaurie talks with author and publishing coach April Cox about how she got started, and how she helps authors. April's goal with her books is to help those returning back to school to have a safe, inclusive and bully-free environment.Contact Infowww.thelittlelabradoodle.comFB: @thelittlelabradoodleIG: @thelittlelabradoodleYouTube: Self-PublishingMadeSimpleTwitter: lil-labradoodlePinterest: thelittlelabradoodleSupport the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2020-10-2629 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightFacebook Ads for Children's Authors with Stacy BauerAre Facebook ads on your to-do list?Stacy Bauer joins Laurie on the podcast and achieves the impossible - she managed to get Laurie excited to try Facebook ads again! For those of you who don't already know Stacy, she is the author of the best selling Cami Kangaroo & Wyatt Too series. Becoming a published author has been a dream of Stacy's since childhood and 3 years ago, she made that dream a reality! Contact Infowww.stacycbauer.cominstagram.com/stacycbauerfacebook.com/stacycbauert...
2020-10-1932 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightEmail Overwhelm Sucks. Here's how to make it suck lessJoin Laurie as she shares a yucky stat about how many emails people get on average a day, and some ways to help reduce the overwhelm!Want to organize your gmail? Go >>here>HERE
2020-10-1409 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightChildren's Authors: You Don't HAVE To Do It All YourselfJoin Laurie as she speaks with Lori Orlinsky and Alysson Bourque, the founders of 'Foreword Publicity'.As indie authors we have to wear all the hats and do all the things! It's overwhelming, time consuming and it can lead to authors giving up on their book dreams, because there is just so much to know. If you've felt like that before you are going to LOVE this episode - these two authors have recently started a PR company specializing in children's books. Built by authors, for authors - they really know their stuff. ...
2020-10-1231 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightAchieve Your Author Dreams In An Hour A Day!Join Laurie as she talks about time, how little we all have and how to make it as an author EVEN IF we only have an hour a day!Grab the Author Tasks and Time Management List mentioned in the episode - free to make an account but you do need to sign up!>>> Click here to access itSupport the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2020-10-0723 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightSocial Media Strategy with Nicole FilipponeJoin Laurie and author Nicole Filippone as they talk about the Facebook strategy that Nikki used to group her following from 200 to over 18000 in a matter of months!Nikki is a part-time author on paper, but full-time author at heart. She spends nights, weekends, and lunch hours working on her author ventures and loves it - most of the time.Nikki's big goal is just to help as many people as possible, which shines through in the show. Enjoy listening!Facebook.com/nicolefilipponeauthorinstagram.com/nikki.filipponenicolefilipponeauthor.com
2020-10-0522 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightKickstarter Strategy with Nicole FilipponeJoin Laurie and author Nicole Filippone as they talk about book marketing, kickstarters and the ups and downs of the publishing journey.Nikki is a part-time author on paper, but full-time author at heart. She spends nights, weekends, and lunch hours working on her author ventures and loves it - most of the time.Nikki's big goal is just to help as many people as possible, which shines through in the show. Enjoy listening!Facebook.com/nicolefilipponeauthorinstagram.com/nikki.filipponenicolefilipponeauthor.comSupport the showReady...
2020-09-2834 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightKickstarter as Marketing Tools! with Lindsay Kellar-MadsenJoin Laurie and Lindsay as they talk about finding illustrators, funding kickstarters, and getting it all done at nap time!Lindsay is a mother of four (including identical twin girls who just turned 1 year old!) and an aspiring children's book author. Her maternity leave with the twins inspired her to find creative ways to support overwhelmed mothers of babies, and her debut picture book took form, The Lovely Haze of Baby Days. She is currently on extended maternity leave from her full-time job as a Business Developer, focused on Health innovation, at the University of S...
2020-09-2847 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightAn Absolutely Epic Lesson in Perseverance: with Diane ElginJoin Laurie and author Diane Elgin as they talk about the ups and downs that happen when you take on book publishing! Diane Elgin is currently a full time writer and part time homeschool art teacher.She taught kindergarten for 16 years but recently she felt the need to write for kids. She wrote Daddy, How Does a Sloth Give a Hug about 12 years ago. Diane believes the story should teach you something so that you can learn from the character’s experiences and then grow from what you have learned. Most of her picture boo...
2020-09-2824 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightWriting & Selling Children's books: with Matthew RalphJoin Laurie with author Matthew Ralph as they talk about handy ways to write (it's not what you think!), how to get in touch with influencers, and what to NOT do when you're just starting out!Matthew Ralph is a British children’s book author who lives in London, UK. He is the author of the number one best-selling children’s picture book series “Sam The Speedy Sloth”, which has been awarded Amazon’s prestigious “All-Star” bonus several times for being in the top 10 most-read illustrated books on Amazon.Matt has some great thoughts on ho...
2020-09-2817 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightHow to Use TikTok as a Promotion Tool: With Heather RobynJoin Laurie with author Heather Robyn as they talk about Heather's funny TikTok videos (how much time do those really take to make?!).Heather teaches Informatics Education for Stanford Hospital, holds a Doctorate degree in Education and worked for several years as a Social Worker with foster youth and homeless veterans. She really enjoyed the work and helping others which spills over into her books. At the end of the day, Heather really just wants her books to help people.Heather has some solid advice for children's authors based on her own experiences...
2020-09-2826 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightMarketing Tips & FLOPS!Join Laurie as she shares what other authors had to say about their own experiences! Thank you to the following for your contributions to this episode!Pilar Marie Lauren EresmanElisavet ArkolakiStacy Schoppenhorst BauerMeghan Drew FosterAshly CurrenNikki FilipponeHave a listen so you can either realize you aren't alone in your mistakes, or make sure not to repeat them! Find Laurie on Facebook and join the WRIGHTERSCLUB to improve your book marketing!Support the showReady to stop relying on...
2020-09-2809 min
The Happy MenopauseFinding Passion, Profit & Purpose in Midlife, with Laurie Wright, Master Neuro Coach & Business Mentor - S2. Ep 3.September is the perfect time to be thinking about new beginnings and of course midlife can often provide an opportunity for a whole new perspective too. As reproductive hormones subside, you’ll have the headspace to become more aware of yourself and to focus on your own choices, so it can be a time of big change. Many women decide to step away from the corporate world at this time to work independently or start their own business. So if you’re ready to do things differently and are looking for a new way to live and a little conf...
2020-09-0338 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightWelcome to Season THREE!How do children’s authors build strong book businesses and grow their impact? By hanging out with Laurie, here on the Writers Way! This season is for published children’s authors who are passionate about fulfilling their dreams, who want to be successful and are always looking for new ways to learn and hit their goals.Today, a story and the plan for this season - next week is going to be about achieving your author dreams in an hour a day so that you still have time for your family, and maybe even your spous...
2020-09-0213 min
Epic Success with Dr Shannon IrvineCase Study: Uncovering your Perfect Niche to Grow with Laurie WrightI see business owners trying to make it big by playing it safe. Operating in fear… Saying no to risks… Staying in familiarity and comfort… And it rarely works. As entrepreneurs, we should be showing up big! passionate! and confident! And it starts with your mindset. It starts with your thoughts. In this week’s episode of the Epic Success Podcast, I talk with “Not Your Average Grandma”, Laurie Wright. Laurie is a 61 year old entrepreneur and a power house who is not only helping people find their passion, but helping them monetize that passion! Laurie we...
2020-07-1529 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightA Conversation about Race & Racism With Author Camryn WellsSince the death of George Floyd I’ve been among the many people trying to learn more about race and racism, and vowing to do better.It’s been eye opening for me. Also embarrassing. How is there so much that I didn’t know? For weeks I stayed mostly silent, to listen and to learn what I could. But I had questions. I was nervous to ask my questions though. Having recently realized the extent of my ignorance, I was equal parts ashamed, embarrass...
2020-06-2340 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightRepresentation in Kidlit with Naibe ReynosoNaibe is Mexican-American Multi-Emmy award-winning journalist based in Los Angeles California, a speaker, and an author. She and Laurie talk books, the need for representation in children's books, and of course, the coronavirus and how it's impacting her book business. Find Naibe on social media @contodopress, or on her website contodopress.comSupport the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2020-04-0627 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightImprove Your Post Engagement In ONE Step | Marketing MinutesHere is ONE thing that you can do differently on your social media posts that will improve your audience engagement. Not to mention, you've spent this week paying it forward to others which in the end helps you out too! Doesn't it feel great to help? Remember to join the FB group here! Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2020-04-0305 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightFix Your Feed! | Marketing MinutesYou just want to focus on writing books for kids, but you know you need to market them too. 🤷Facebook is powerful because it's where everyone is! But it can quickly get to feel heavy in there. We often end up avoiding it because the negativity is TOO MUCH. Today you'll learn in just two easy steps how to curate your Facebook feed. You'll be surprised at the improvement after just a few days.Join the FB group here!Support the showReady to stop relying on Ama...
2020-04-0208 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightHelp Others, Help Yourself | Marketing MinutesFocusing on helping others, even a simple message, helps US too. 😊 We feel more grounded, and begin to focus on the things we can do, rather than the things we can't. Today is the second day in the activity ladder, and you have two types of people to focus on. 🗣 Let's see how it helps you! Join the FB group here! Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2020-04-0110 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightA Key To Connecting With Your Audience | Marketing MinutesWhile typical 'buy my book' marketing feels out of touch during a pandemic, it's actually not a great strategy at ANY time, crisis or not. Strengthening relationships & growing connections are ALWAYS a great way to market your books, but especially now while the world is reeling. Here is a straightforward tip to get you started this week. Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2020-03-3113 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightIncrease Productivity When The Kids Are HomeAre your kids suddenly at home with you, making any kind of work seem impossible? Jo Ebisujima is an author, educator and a maker of fun! She understands how difficult it is to squeeze everything in, and she has an uncanny knack for showing you how to break things down into do-able bite-sized kaizen steps. With her no-BS attitude, she guides you to set up systems in your home so that everything runs more smoothly for you and your family.Her website: https://jojoebi.com/Her books: https://www.amazon.com/Gallery-Museum-Survival-Guide-Parents-ebook/dp/B00KHQUSS6
2020-03-3121 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightAudience Building: Connecting With Your Reader Community | Marketing MinutesAre you ready to build (or improve) your reader community? The final piece of the puzzle is what we talk about today. When and how often should you share (an email or a post) with your community? And what can you do if you aren't able to do that every day?Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2020-03-2714 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightAudience Growth: Sharing With Your Community | Marketing MinutesOnce you've thought about where you want your community to grow, who you want there with you, and how you'll show up, it's time to think about what it is you want to share. There are LOADS of options, and I highly recommend narrowing it down to a few topics, for your sake.Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2020-03-2611 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightCommunity building as Audience Growth | Marketing MinutesLet's plan, shall we? When you first start to build your community, who do you want there with you? What types of people - adults or kids? What types of adults? Nature lovers, parents, scientists? What will you share with them, there is so much to choose from! And, most importantly, how to do all of this WELL.Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2020-03-2512 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightHow Does Bookbub Work For Children's Authors?How Does Bookbub Work For Children's Authors? with Andrea Kamenca Author Andrea Kamenca joins Laurie on The Writer's Way to talk about her vast Bookbub experience! How DOES it all work, anyway? ----FREE RESOURCES FOR AUTHORSSupport the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double or triple your profit!
2020-03-1129 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightBookbub Review (and How to!) for Children's Authors - 067Bookbub Review (and How to!) for Children's Authors! [Podcast Audio 2020]Free and discounted ebooks are great promotional tools for children's authors, but only if our readers know about them! Tune in for background info and insight about BookBub promotions. Listen to an overview of what they are as well as for the motivation to keep trying! Understand why Bookbub promos are in such high demand, in this intro to a 3 part series. Find the sheet Laurie mentioned at LaurieWrightAuthor.com/BookBub#bookbub #indieauthor----Need to sell m...
2020-03-0412 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie Wright5 Steps to LinkedIn Success with Expert Rebecca P Morgan - 057With guest expert Rebecca P Morgan, you’re about to learn the benefits your writing business will reap when you utilize a LinkedIn account. Then you’ll learn 5 steps on how to set up your account effectively, plus a couple bonus steps at the end!Connect with Laurie and Rebecca on LinkedIn:Rebecca -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccapmorgan/Laurie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewrighter/The show notes are at http://lauriewrighter.com/linkedin/.Get the FREE guide 5 Ways For Authors & Illustrators To Get Started On LinkedIn! ->
2019-12-2527 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightPublishing Packages : One Author's Experience with Laura Camby McCaskill - 054Laura Camby McCaskill grew up watching her mom submit manuscripts to publishers, and then receive rejection letters, over and over again. When Laura was an adult, she got her mom a very special birthday present. It's a very touching story that I know you're going to love. Laura and her mom's story really play on the heartstrings and I think we can all relate - for most of us getting published is a lifelong dream! I appreciated Laura's words of wisdom, that you need to do some research to understand the difference between types of pu...
2019-12-0415 min
Launch Your Life PodcastMake The Rest Your Best with Laurie WrightAs mothers, we want to see our children grow up and lead independent lives. But at the same time, it can be very lonely once they depart. This phenomenon is called empty nest syndrome. Women, especially full-time mothers and those undergoing menopause at the same time, typically suffer more when this happens, and the feeling of grief and loss of purpose may be more pronounced. In this week's podcast, we're joined by Laurie Wright. Laurie developed a program called Make The Rest Your Best to help passionless empty nesters create their own unique heart-centred action p...
2019-12-0353 min
Marketing Study Lab - Actionable Marketing KnowledgeFrom Book Idea to Publishing with Laurie Wright a Publishing StrategistLaurie’s FREE online ‘good book ideas’ Course (takes less than an hour) – Sucky or Stupendous:https://www.creativewrighter.com/p/suckyorstupendous Find all Laurie’s books on Amazon:https://amzn.to/2B0GXym Guest and Episode LinksLaurie Wright https://lauriewrighter.comhttps://www.creativewrighter.com Books:Slight Edge – Jeff Olson: https://amzn.to/2MBwbEa App:Slack: https://slack.com/ Enjoy the Episode - Happy Marketing! www.marketingstudylab.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/petersumpton/ https://www.facebook.c...
2019-11-1900 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightStory Prompt 1 - The Unusual Pet Story30 Story Ideas in 30 Days! Are You Ready For It?!I am officially now a Publisher, so send me your book and I will take a look at it. I may offer a reward for those who do so or I may publish your book!Send me a voicemail with your story prompt ideas at https://www.speakpipe.com/TheWritersWayPodcast.Story Prompt 1: The Unusual Pet Story - Hear about Laurie's adorable daughter Elise and her pet 'worm'. 👉Find me at lauriewrightmedia.com!COACHING. 👉Wanna kill it on Amazon? I do persona...
2019-11-0108 min
The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and NeuroscienceHow to Write a Bestselling Children's Book with Laurie Wright Bestselling children's author and publishing coach, Laurie Wright, joined me this week to talk about her mission to help the emotional welfare of kids around the world, how she self-published a bestseller, and tools and resources for writer's aspiring to pen their own illustrated children's books. “I've realized, quickly, that what they say about 80% of people wanting to write a book really is true.” – Laurie Wright The former kindergarten teacher and mom of three saw an opportunity in the classroom for both parents and educators seeking solutions to get their kids to overcome "learne...
2019-10-3036 min
The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and NeuroscienceHow to Write a Bestselling Children's Book with Laurie Wright Bestselling children's author and publishing coach, Laurie Wright, joined me this week to talk about her mission to help the emotional welfare of kids around the world, how she self-published a bestseller, and tools and resources for writer's aspiring to pen their own illustrated children's books. “I've realized, quickly, that what they say about 80% of people wanting to write a book really is true.” – Laurie Wright The former kindergarten teacher and mom of three saw an opportunity in the classroom for both parents and educators seeking solutions to get their kids to overcome "learne...
2019-10-3033 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightBook Publishing Business with Amba Brown - 049Talking with Amba Brown on the Writer's Way podcast! You're going to love hearing this author's story, even though you might be surprised by what she has to say, especially if you're firmly entrenched in the traditional publishing camp.Amba shares with us about her #AuthorBusiness, and why she prefers to publish herself, instead of by a bigger traditional publishing company.Subscribe and leave a comment to let me know what you think!👇Find me everywhere atwww.lauriewrightmedia.comCheck out Amba's book-> https://amzn.to/2MmtRlK
2019-10-2320 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightSpecialty Children's Books with Hayley Rose - 048If you're in the need for some inspiration, Children's Author Hayley Rose is the lady to listen to!Hayley has so much wisdom for authors including the gem "Keep going until you get that 'yes'!"Enjoy learning about her many specialty books, which educate children and empower children to develop healthy mindsets.Show notes -> https://lauriewrighter.com/specialtychildrensbooksHer Emotions book with Fifo the Bear -> https://amzn.to/2MtLSxiCheck out the rest of her books -> booksbyhayleyrose.comAre you a children's author who needs to master selling...
2019-10-1631 min
Stark Reflections on Writing and PublishingYou Can Handle It with Laurie WrightIn this episode Mark interviews bestselling children's author Laurie Wright who is on a mission to empower people one book at a time through her books and the support she offers other authors to take action and publish their own books. This episode is sponsored by Findaway Voices. Mark talks about the promotional pricing tools built in to their tools. You can learn more about how you can get your work distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a b...
2019-10-0438 minStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingYou Can Handle It with Laurie WrightIn this episode Mark interviews bestselling children's author Laurie Wright who is on a mission to empower people one book at a time through her books and the support she offers other authors to take action and publish their own books. This episode is sponsored by Findaway Voices. Mark talks about the promotional pricing tools built in to their tools. You can learn more about how you can get your work distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a b...
2019-10-0438 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightTwitter for Children's Authors with Jonathan Gunson - 045Today we feature children's author and Twitter guru Jonathan Gunson.Discover what Twitter is all about, how to use it effectively, and most importantly, what NOT to do on Twitter or any social media platform. Then grab his free book at freebook.fun.Follow Laurie on Twitter at https://twitter.com/lauriewrighter.Follow Jonathan on Twitter at https://twitter.com/jonathangunson.Get your free download with all the Twitter Tips at https://lauriewrighter.com/twittertipsCheck out the show notes at https://lauriewrighter.com/twitter.S...
2019-09-2541 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie Wright5 Steps to LinkedIn Success with Expert Rebecca P Morgan - 043With guest expert Rebecca P Morgan, you’re about to learn the benefits your writing business will reap when you utilize a LinkedIn account. Then you’ll learn 5 steps on how to set up your account effectively, plus a couple bonus steps at the end!Connect with Laurie and Rebecca on LinkedIn:Rebecca -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccapmorgan/Laurie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewrighter/The show notes are at http://lauriewrighter.com/linkedin/.Get the FREE guide 5 Ways For Authors & Illustrators To Get Started On LinkedIn! ->
2019-09-0426 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightFree Resources for Aspiring Children's AuthorsDiscover the list of FREE resources to rely on when you’re starting out, so that you avoid going in to credit card debt! Listen to this episode if a money issue is holding you back! Hear about the top FREE resources that Laurie and other authors use to publish their children's books. Join the Marketing for Childrens Authors Facebook group!Support the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub...
2019-08-2129 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightMarketing: Overcome The Biggest Obstacle to Selling Your Book - 041Children's authors open up about the biggest obstacle they face when self publishing a book for kids. Laurie shares 5 tips to market your book so that it actually SELLS! If you struggle with getting your book noticed, this episode is invaluable.Get your Freebie here:https://lauriewrighter.com/marketing101Show notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/overcome-the-biggest-obstacle-to-selling-your-bookSponsored by the Sucky or Stupendous Course: https://www.creativewrighter.com/p/suckyorstupendousSupport the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub an...
2019-08-1421 minMarketing for Childrens Authors with Laurie WrightWhat Motivates You? - 040What motivates you to self-publish and market your book?Sometimes it takes thick skin, and it ALWAYS takes perseverance to get things done in this industry.Find out from Laurie Wright and other self-published authors what motivates them during the tough times.Show Notes: https://lauriewrighter.com/what-motivates-you/Sponsored by the FREE Sucky or Stupendous course which is found at https://www.creativewrighter.com/p/suckyorstupendousSupport the showReady to stop relying on Amazon for your sales? Join the Author Growth Hub and learn how to double...
2019-08-0716 min