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The Whole Writer68. Building a Creative Life That Lasts with J.T. EllisonIn this inspiring episode, bestselling author J.T. Ellison shares what it really takes to build a creative life that stands the test of time. From honoring the seasons of your writing career to navigating burnout and rediscovering joy, J.T. offers candid insights into the mindset shifts, boundaries, and community connections that keep creativity sustainable. Whether you're in the trenches of a first draft or navigating the ups and downs of publishing, her wisdom is a reminder that longevity in the creative world isn't about hustle—it's about alignment, intention, and protecting what matters most.F...2025-06-1735 min
EASTSIDE HEROES PodcastNicole Weiser (AIDent): Vom Bierdeckel zur Microsoft-ERP-Erfolgsgeschichte (#40)Vom Blockchain-Startup zur Microsoft-Powerfrau – Nicole Weiser hat mit AIDent eine radikale Kehrtwende hingelegt, die sich sehen lassen kann. Was als App-Idee für digitale Identitäten begann, ist heute ein wachsendes ERP-Systemhaus mit Lizenzprodukten, internationalem Entwicklerteam und Kund:innen im ganzen DACH-Raum. In dieser Folge spricht Nicole offen darüber, warum der Pivot notwendig war, wie man sich als Gründerin in einem technisch getriebenen Markt behauptet – und warum gute Kommunikation im ERP-Bereich genauso wichtig ist wie gute Architektur. Sie erklärt, wie man komplexe Projekte verkauft, durchführt und langfristig skaliert. Und: Warum es in Ostdeutschland mehr Mut braucht, i...2025-06-1550 minThe Whole Writer67. Choosing Collaboration Over Competition with Ali BradyIn this episode, I sit down with the writing duo Ali Brady (Alison Hammer and Bradeigh Godfrey) about creative collaboration. The former critique partners share how they evolved from giving each other feedback to co-authoring bestselling novels during the pandemic, emphasizing that collaboration multiplies rather than diminishes creative potential. They discuss their writing process where each takes a different character's perspective, their mutual respect and shared work ethic, and how they support each other through both successes and setbacks. The conversation highlights their latest release, Battle of the Bookstores, a romantic comedy about two competing bookstore managers w...2025-06-1031 min
Women WritingEpisode 24: Coffee Break with Nicole MeierWelcome to the Women Writing podcast. In this episode, I’m taking a coffee break with author and book coach Nicole Meier.Nicole Meier is a certified book coach and author of four upmarket novels, including The House of Bradbury, The Girl Made of Clay, The Second Chance Supper Club, and City of Books. Her books have been recognized by Booklist, Refinery29, BookBub, and Popsugar. She hosts The Whole Writer podcast and is the co-founder of Book Works. She can be found at nicolemeier.com📚Women Writing CircleThe Women Writing Circle meets on th...2025-05-2746 minThe Whole Writer65. Your Most Daring Act: Sharing Your Work with Tedd HawksJoin me today as creative coach Tedd Hawks and I talk about why sharing your writing is so terrifying, the neurological reasons our brains resist putting our work out there, how to overcome the fear of rejection by reframing it as fear of regret, why the "lone genius" writer myth is harmful, and practical ways to find and build a supportive writing community that will help you grow as a writer.Find more on Tedd Hawks here.Find more on Nicole here.2025-05-2729 minThe Whole Writer64. What's Really Holding Writers Back with Molly CarrollToday I'm diving deep into the writer mindset with my dear friend and accomplished therapist, coach, author, and speaker Molly Carroll.We cover so much ground from the transformative power of morning rituals to reframing our resistance through a completely new lens. Molly shares incredible insights about self-care through the creative process, and honestly, so much more than I could have hoped for.I encourage you to turn in to hear more.Find more on Molly Carroll hereFind more on Nicole here.2025-05-2047 min
The Whole Writer62. Same Story, New Title: My Name Change AnnouncementToday's episode marks a gentle transition, one I've been contemplating for some time and am excited to finally share it with you. This podcast is embracing a new name, The Whole Writer. I'm sharing the why inside the episode.Want to connect? Email: nicole@nicolemeier.comSubstack: @nicolemeierwrites2025-05-0607 min
The Write It Scared PodcastBuilding Your Author Platform Without the Overwhelm with Nicole Meier & Gretchen Schaffer of Bookworks.coDownload Your Free Novel Planning Guide Let’s talk about author platforms—and before you groan, I promise this isn’t scary or overwhelming! In this episode of The Write It Scared Podcast, I’m chatting with two industry experts, Nicole Meier (multi-published author and book coach) and Gretchen Schaffer (marketing and PR strategist), the brilliant team behind Bookworks.coNicole and Gretchen break down exactly what an author platform is (hint: it’s simpler than you think), why it's important (but not something to stress about), and how you can confidently start building yo...2025-05-0426 minThe Whole Writer59. Writing from the Heart: How Following Her Intuition Landed a Book Deal with Jennifer O'BrienIn this heartfelt episode, we chat with debut novelist Jennifer O'Brien, whose publishing journey took a surprising and inspiring turn. After a real-life dream of buying a fixer-upper didn’t pan out, she turned the experience into fiction—crafting a novel rich with themes of love, self-discovery, and the true meaning of home.We explore how real-life experiences influence story development, the deeper messages she hopes readers will carry with them, and the pivotal moments she leaned on intuition to guide her path—from finding the right literary agent to choosing the best publishing home for her book. ...2025-04-1525 minThe Whole Writer58. Nurture Your Revisions: How to Approach Your Next Draft with special guestsFor the next three episodes, I'm doing something special. Recently I had the Joy of gathering with 15 of my book coaching friends, an inspiring group of thoughtful, compassionate coaches and editors who are all deeply invested in helping writers like you bring their stories to life. We spent time setting intentions supporting one another and talking about the many ways we can uplift the writers we work with.And as we talked, I couldn't help but think, what if I could bring their wisdom and encouragement straight to you? So that's exactly what this three part series...2025-04-0827 min
The Resilient Writers Radio ShowHow to Build Your Author Platform, with Nicole MeierSend us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show.Are you feeling overwhelmed by the idea of building your author platform? Not sure where to start or how to connect with your readers? You’re not alone! In this week’s episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show, I sit down with author and certified book coach Nicole Meier to break it all down into simple, actionable steps.Nicole is the author of The House of Bradbury, The Girl Made of Clay, and The Second Chance Supper Club, and her l...2025-04-0325 min
Show, don't Tell Writing with Suzy Vadori39. Author Platform with Nicole MeierSend us a textIn this week's episode, Suzy sits down with Nicole Meier, Author, Book Coach, and Marketing Genius to talk about the dreaded "Author Platform." Listen to learn what a platform is, why you need one, and how you may be already building one without even knowing it. You can find out more about Nicole's services at https://bookworks.co/➡️Register now for the Free Inner Circle Open House on Friday June 20th at www.suzyvadori.com/openhouseSign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your...2025-04-0138 minThe Whole Writer56. Nurture Your Novel: How to Start Strong and Keep Going with special guestsFor the next three episodes, I'm doing something special. Recently I had the Joy of gathering with 15 of my book coaching friends, an inspiring group of thoughtful, compassionate coaches and editors who are all deeply invested in helping writers like you bring their stories to life. We spent time setting intentions supporting one another and talking about the many ways we can uplift the writers we work with.And as we talked, I couldn't help but think, what if I could bring their wisdom and encouragement straight to you? So that's exactly what this three part series...2025-03-2528 minThe Whole Writer55. Why Your First Pages Matter More Than You ThinkToday I'm discussing one of the most crucial parts of your novel: the first pages. You've heard it a million times, your opening pages need to quote hook readers, but why is that so important? Well, these first pages are your novels, handshake. They set up expectations, pose story questions, establish tone.And if you're aiming for traditional publishing, they might just be your one shot at impressing literary agents or editors at publishing houses. In this episode, I'll unpack why those first pages matter so much and how to make them work hard for your story.2025-03-1810 minThe Whole Writer54. Why Your Flawed First Draft is a GiftToday, I want to talk about one of the hardest parts of writing: embracing the imperfection of that first draft. I know it can feel like you’re slogging through a swamp of clunky dialogue, meandering plots, and sentences that don’t quite shine. You might even wonder if you’re wasting your time.But here’s what I want you to know: Your so-called flawed first draft is actually a gift. It’s a sign that you’re showing up to the page with courage and letting the story unfold, no matter how messy.In this...2025-03-1110 minThe Whole Writer53. Fixing that ONE Thing in Your NovelToday we're talking about that one thing: the mysterious, nagging problem in your novel that you just can't seem to fix. Every writer hits this wall, and today I'm going to help you find a way through.Join me as I discuss four effective methods for overcoming story writing struggles.Website | VIP Day Coaching | Substack2025-03-0408 minThe Whole Writer52. A Chat With My Literary Agent: How to Land & Work with One, with Abby SaulIn this episode, I sit down with my literary agent Abby Saul for a deep dive into the querying process, the realities of an agent’s role, and what makes a submission stand out. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the thought of querying, you won’t want to miss her top advice for catching an agent’s eye in a crowded inbox.We also debunk common myths about what agents actually do, break down what grabs their attention in a query letter, and explore current market trends—plus, how to balance industry awareness with stayin...2025-02-2539 minThe Whole Writer51. Building Your Author Platform Before You PublishIn today’s publishing world, authors aren’t just storytellers—they’re also the CEOs of their own brand. That responsibility can feel overwhelming, but the good news is, you don’t have to do everything all at once.In this episode, Gretchen Schaffer and I break down the three core "Why’s" of building your author platform. Our goal is to help writers take intentional next steps in connecting with the right audience—without the stress of trying to be everywhere at once.Here’s what we’ll share:Why you need a platform (before y...2025-02-1813 minThe Whole Writer50. What It's Like to Be An Author in Today's Market with Tracey Lange & Kerry ChaputI'm pulling back the curtain in today's episode and talking about what it's really like to be an author in today's market. With me, are two of my author friends to help with a healthy and honest discussion around the business of being an author. Tracey Lange and Kerry Chaput join me to discuss:Balancing writing time and publishing responsibilitiesWorking on a deadlineThe benefits of writing groupsFeedback and revisionsThe journey of draft to publicationThe ever-changing marketYou can find more on Tracey Lange here.You can find more on Kerry Chaput here.For...2025-02-1150 minThe Whole Writer49. How to Handle Feedback Without Losing Your VoiceToday we’re diving into a topic that every novelist encounters sooner or later: how to handle feedback without losing your voice. Inside this episode, I'll cover the different types of feedback you might receive, how to process it with grace and clarity, and how to make changes while staying true to the story only you can tell. To find more on Nicole: Website | Substack2025-02-0411 minThe Whole Writer48. How to Move From Fear to Flow with Rhonda DouglasToday on the pod we're covering an important topic, the writer mindset. For anyone who has found themselves facing creative anxiety or procrastination, this episode is for you. My guest today is Rhonda Douglas, an award winning poet and fiction author. She is the host of the Resilient Writers radio show and a longtime creativity coach and writing mentor.Together, we're discussing:How to tackle creative anxiety The art of being presentThe power of creative communityFacing off with perfectionismI encourage you to curl up somewhere quiet and give a thoughtful listen. To find mo...2025-01-2832 minThe Whole Writer47. BTS of a Writing Conference: A Roundtable DiscussionIn this week's episode, I'm having an honest and inspired roundtable discussion with four of my writing clients. We dive into the nerves, surprises, and triumphs of attending their first writers' conference. We share:✨ Why they took the plunge into their first conference—and how to prepare like a pro.✨ The most unexpected moments that left them stunned (in the best way!).✨ Smart tips for networking, even if you’re an introvert.✨ That unforgettable moment of inspiration and validation every writer dreams of.✨ Lessons learned and advice for first-time attendees to make the most of the experience....2025-01-2151 min