Let Yourself Be Visible: The Journey From Ghostwriter to Author

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The shift from side hustle to entrepreneur, ghostwriter to author is in many ways, a shift from self-imposed obscurity to visibility and standing in our own worth. Many of us are conditioned to promote others, be in the background, obligate and accommodate to a point where we end up not taking up the space we deserve.

When we become the face of something, we’re vulnerable to everything, and that’s a scary step to take. Letting ourselves become visible is the act of self-realization that brings forth our true genius. It’s easier said than done, but it is worth it.

This week we explored the “how to” of stepping in with Kristen McGuiness, co-founder, Vice President, and Editor-at-Large of Row House, a disruptive publishing imprint at the intersection of wellness + social justice. How did Kristen go from ghostwriter in the background to stand in her own individual power? How is she balancing creativity with motherhood and entrepreneurship?

In this episode, the founder of Storyboxing and bestselling author of 51/50, talks about her journey and how she was able to stand in what she’s good at.

I do believe that children are a great source of self-realization. I wanted them to see who I really am, I didn’t want them to grow up with a version of me that wasn’t my greatest potential. -Kristen McGuiness

Three Things You’ll Learn In This Episode

-Children are a great source of self-realization

How did motherhood push Kristen to start standing in her own individual power?

-Rejection, revision, next step

What is a kind and creative way to deal with obstacles?

-Detach from approval

How do we stop seeking validation from others and build our value so we can really rely on the attitude towards ourselves?

Guest Bio

Kristen McGuiness is the founder of Storyboxing, which provides content, coaching and courses for people looking to write the good fight. In addition, she is a co-founder, Vice President, and Editor-at-Large of Row House, a disruptive publishing imprint at the intersection of wellness + social justice, founded by best-selling author Rebekah Borucki. Kristen is also the bestselling author of 51/50: The Magical Adventures of a Single Life, which was optioned by Original Films/CBS Cable with Alison Brie attached to star. She has over twenty years’ experience in book development, writing, and editorial, working with such authors as Dr. Phil McGraw, Dr. Stephen Covey, Chris Matthews, Leon Logothetis, Joe Gorga, Darren Prince, Rebekah Borucki, and more. She began her career working in publicity for St. Martin's Press before joining the editorial departments of Simon & Schuster, Free Press, and Judith Regan at Harper Collins. Since then, Kristen has also worked in non-profit fundraising as a strategic grants and marketing director, helping to raise millions for local and international non-profits. Kristen has appeared on the “TODAY Show,” in USA Today, and in Marie Claire, and has written for numerous publications, including Huffington Post, Scary Mommy, Psychology Today, Salon and The Fix. Kristen is currently finishing her debut novel Live Through This and has written and co-written multiple film and TV projects (and one very weird play).

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