Best Jason Sisam Podcasts (2024)

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Using Technology for Your Writing Business – Episode 166 37:38

22d ago37:38

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In today's episode, I distill down to the bear essential pieces of tech I use in my everyday writing business.By Jason Sisam

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Is That Really You God? | Ep. 165 22:42

5M ago22:42

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It’s been two years, two months, and 15 days since I last recorded an episode of the J. B. Sisam Show. A lot has transpired over the last two years and this episode is a fill-you-in episode where I have been asking myself the question… Is that really you God? This one question comes from […]By Jason Sisam

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Don’t live by other’s expectations of you. | Ep. 164 26:32

2+ y ago26:32

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We all have people in our lives who try and place their unwanted expectations of who they think you should be on you. It’s hard enough to try and determine who we think we are, let alone seeing someone else tell us who they think we are. In today’s episode, we’re going to unpack what […]By Jason Sisam

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Ten Effective Time Management Tips | Ep. 163 36:37

2+ y ago36:37

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Have you ever thought to yourself that there aren’t enough hours in the day, or felt overwhelmed at the tasks facing you? If you have, this podcast episode can help you! I open up about how I handle my time management and offer some of my favorite tips to helping you take your leadership to […]By Jason Sisam

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Write with Excellence to Glorify God | Ep. 162 22:16

3y ago22:16

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We are called to do everything for the glory of God. Everything we do should be done with excellence. I’m not talking about perfection, because no one is perfect. But we should do everything for God’s glory. In this episode I talk about how our job is to show the world Jesus through the words […]By Jason Sisam

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The Fastest Way to Achieving Your Goals. | Ep. 161 37:09

3y ago37:09

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Have you ever set a Goal before and then failed to achieve that goal? Goals don't get accomplished on their own. They take work and a set of specific plans to make them become a reality.By Jason Sisam

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My Favorite Self-Editing Methods | Ep. 160 32:07

3y ago32:07

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You’ve finished your manuscript; congratulations, but now the hard part begins, the dreaded self-editing. It’s one of those necessary evils that halt you in your steps to becoming a published author. But should it be that way? If you’re like me, you finish your manuscript and now the daunting task of editing that work lies ahead, […]…

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Should I Write Every Day? | Ep. 159 43:04

3y ago43:04

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We often believe that we should write only when we’re inspired to put something down. I get it, it’s easy, it’s what’s the norm, but is it the right thing to do? In today’s episode, I talk about why you should write daily, and not when you’re inspired to write. Learning the art of daily […]By Jason Sisam

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4 Secrets to Writing Your Book | Ep. 158 31:54

3y ago31:54

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There are two types of writers: you are either a writer who’s serious about your craft, or you get nothing finished. In today’s episode I talk about a Tik-Tok video I recorded about the 4 secrets to writing a book and how to be successful at that one task. Here are the four secrets: SECRET […]By Jason Sisam

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Why Should I Switch to Scrivener? | Ep. 157 41:15

3y ago41:15

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Scrivener is a powerful tool that can help you take your writing to the next level. But why should I desire to switch from Microsoft Word to using Scrivener for all my writing?By Jason Sisam

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How Do I Know What to Write? (Ep. 156) 37:29

3y ago37:29

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In today's episode, we're talking about how to push past our own insecurities and face the unknown, and write the message God has placed in our heart. It's something I've struggled with daily in my writing. The blinking cursor keeps me from achieving my goals, but I'll show you why that's not really true.…

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How Do You Change Your Belief Pattern? | Ep. 155 50:42

3y ago50:42

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In today's episode I want to talk about our belief patterns and how they shape our lives. How we think is how we'll act. No matter if we're using negative or positive associations with words, our mind must find an answer for our questions.By Jason Sisam

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Why You Should Attend a Writer’s Conference (Ep. 154) 42:59

3y ago42:59

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In today's episode, I'm talking about the writer's conference I attended this last weekend. This powerful event has given me tools, tricks, and just good refreshment to recharge those batteries and start writing anew and how it can do the same for you, if you attend one yourself.By Jason Sisam

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Living your Dream with Purpose (Ep. 153) 38:55

3y ago38:55

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We all desire to leave a lasting legacy, something that will outlive our earthly life. But discovering that purpose is something few find and rarely invest their time into living their life on purpose. Being willing to do what it takes to stop dreaming about your purpose, and actually doing something about making a difference […]…

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Free to Focus on Your Writing | Ep. 152 47:56

3y ago47:56

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Have you ever gone through your day and wondered, “What did I accomplish today?” If that’s you, don’t worry, the vast majority of individuals have the same feeling. They do so many things, and yet, stuff doesn’t get done. They’re constantly busy, but nothing happens on their mental priority list. Does that sound like you? […]…

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How You Can Be The Hero of Your Own Story! | Ep. 151 39:23

3y ago39:23

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What is success? We often feel as if we don’t measure up to others and that they are more successful. We take the role of the victim and wonder who’s going to rescue us from our troubles. In today’s episode, We’re talking about how you can be the hero of your own story, how to stop playing […]By Jason Sisam

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Am I Enough and Does My Voice Matter? | EP. 150 41:31

3+ y ago41:31

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It’s been 1 year since my last podcast episode, so let me ask you a question, am I enough and does my voice matter? I know it seems silly to ask this question when I’m talking about me, but what about you? Are you enough and does your message matter? In this episode, I talk […]By Jason Sisam

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Creating an Attitude of Gratitude (Encore Episode) 38:16

4+ y ago38:16

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On a daily basis, we deal with stress and anger. But it’s how we handle the stress that determines our success in this life. In this encore episode, I give 5 secrets to developing an attitude of gratitude to help you get rid of stress and find peace.By Jason Sisam

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How to be a Vision Driven Leader. (Ep. 149) 35:45

4+ y ago35:45

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Vision-driven leaders focus first on what they see. Your vision should begin inside, deep within the recesses of your heart. In this podcast episode, I talk about Michael Hyatt's new book, The Vision Driven Leader.By Jason Sisam

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Use Vision To Lead In Difficult Times! (Ep. 148) 32:14

4+ y ago32:14

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People are looking for strong leadership and vision to help them see a brighter future. Your vision plays a large part in helping dispel anxiety and instill hope in scary times.By Jason Sisam

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3 Secrets to Finding Peace in a Fearful World! (Ep. 147) 28:18

4+ y ago28:18

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It's obvious that people are scared and afraid of the unknown. There is a lot of fear in the air because of the Coronavirus. But, in these moments of adversity, there lies a better solution. We cannot live in fear. In this episode, I talk about the three secrets to overcoming fear and find peace.By Jason Sisam

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Avoid Writing Pitfalls by Setting SMARTER Goals (Ep. 146) 1:06:36

4+ y ago1:06:36

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It’s no secret that time is limited. We all have the same amount of time–168 hours. This episode will help you set SMARTER GOALS to do more in less time.By Jason Sisam

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5 Ways to Leverage Success in 2020 (Ep. 145) 47:39

4+ y ago47:39

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When it comes to taking your life to the next level, one thing is certain, you must grow, learn, and change. Whether you’re leading, blogging, writing a book, or simply coaching, discovering your why and taking an inventory of your strengths is vital to success. I’ve been on a unique journey the past several years. […]…

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How to Write Your Book Backwards (Episode 144) 21:03

5y ago21:03

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Knowing how to begin your book is great, but what about your book's overall message? Would you write your book backwards before you start writing chapter one?By Jason Sisam

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143: 3 Powerful Reasons Why Every Leader Should Blog 36:47

5+ y ago36:47

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Do you run a church, ministry, or business? Do you consider yourself a thought leader in your area of influence? If so, you should be blogging. Having a simple blog can have great benefit and is something most leaders miss out on. It’s the best way to take your ministry to the next level.By Jason Sisam

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142: The Ultimate Book Cover Blueprint. 34:21

5+ y ago34:21

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Have you ever heard that you judge a book by its cover? A cover either makes or breaks a book. It can be the best-written piece, but what's on the inside will never be read if people can't get past your cover.By Jason Sisam

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141: Developing an Attitude of Gratitude 36:21

5+ y ago36:21

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On a daily basis, we deal with stress and anger. But it’s how we handle stress that determines our success in this life. Before we can understand what solutions we have in dealing with the daily stresses of life, we first must understand what causes stress.By Jason Sisam

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140: The 10 Rules you need to write anything! 40:25

6y ago40:25

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We all know about the rules of writing. So many rules! You’ve read blog post after post, book after book, and it all can become so convoluted. I’ve done the work for you. Now you don’t have to read/listen to anything else other than this post. In today’s episode, we’re talking about rules. I will […]…

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139: Using Different Methods to Outline a Book. 49:58

6y ago49:58

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If you’ve done any form of writing, you know we are bombarded with the rules of writing. Rules exist to give us boundaries in which we operate. What if there was one rule writers say you should always follow? That rule, outlining. In today’s episode, we’re talking about outlining a book and why this is […]…

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138: 5 Ways Reading Novels Will Make You A Better Writer. 35:41

6y ago35:41

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I find there are usually two types of people, those who read fiction and those who read only non-fiction. But what if I told you that reading fiction will not only make you a better writer, but it will expand your mind to new ideas. In today’s episode, we’re talking about the art of reading […]By Jason Sisam

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137: Don’t Just Write Stories, Write Messages That Change Lives. 32:55

6y ago32:55

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Who would you be today if you never learned to read? Would you be the same or would you lack the knowledge you’ve acquired over the years? As authors, our number one goal should be to educate, encourage and entertain through the use of words. In today’s episode, we’re looking at the power of our […]By Jason Sisam

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136: Using Paper Planners Will Fail You 38:00

6y ago38:00

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One of the greatest blunders and wonders of our time is digital media. We use our smart devices for everything, but is that something we should be proud of or should we move back to simpler times and simpler ways? In today’s episode, we’re talking about paper planners and why they’re making a huge comeback […]…

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135: Writing your story is about connecting with yourself.

6+ y ago

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Life can be revealed in so many ways. Books tell those stories and people, who have stories, read them and see life. In today’s episode, we’re talking about telling our story by digging deep into our memories and pulling on life experiences. People think that writing fiction is better than real life and that real […]…

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134: Write through the heart or you’re to blame. 29:46

6+ y ago29:46

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If you’re a writer, more than likely you have a story you want to tell. Whether you are writing fiction or nonfiction, a story is what connects your words to your reader’s heart. In today’s episode, we’re talking about connecting with our readers on an emotional level. If we’re writing to just write and not […]…

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133: Editing Your Book To Save Your Life! 28:43

6+ y ago28:43

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Most people would say the hardest part of writing is figuring out what the write. While that may be true, one aspect of writing, a lot of writers miss, is the editing. When I think about the work that I have done, the blaring item that stares me down, and gives me shivers, is publishing […]By Jason Sisam

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132: Using Your Words to Tell Your Story! 30:00

6+ y ago30:00

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In the world of social media, we all believe and feel we have a voice that should be heard. But with all the noise and screaming how do you stand out from the crowd? In today’s episode, I want to talk about social media and using our platform to inspire, educate, encourage, and entertain. Our […]By Jason Sisam

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131: Why Switching To Scrivener Will Save Your Sanity. 34:03

6+ y ago34:03

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If you’re an author, writer, or somebody who simply wants to write a book one piece of software we always gravitate toward is Microsoft Word. But what if there’s a piece of software that will ensure you never touch Microsoft Word again? In today’s episode, I’m talking about a writing software called Scrivener. This one […]…

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130: How do I Publish Without Losing Money? 38:05

6+ y ago38:05

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Most writers dream of holding a freshly printed book in their hands. The one thing that scares them, spending the money to get to that point. In today’s episode, we’re talking about investing finances into publishing your book. Your book is finally written and after shoving paper into the printer you hit print and now […]…

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129: How writing goals will help you write more. 36:48

6+ y ago36:48

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Every writer I know desires to write that next Great American book. They talk about it with their friends, their family encourages them, and yet years go by and they’ve barely touched the book. Why? They have not established good writing goals. I’ve mentioned on this blog before, writing is hard work. But setting goals […]…

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128: Setting SMARTER Goals. 33:54

6+ y ago33:54

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Have you ever taken a road trip without a map or clear directions? Maybe you want to take your wife to a fancy 5 Star Restaurant but you failed to set the reservations. This is what happens in our life if we desire something but we never set a written goal with specific action steps […]By Jason Sisam

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127: Give yourself the gift of editing this Christmas! 30:19

6+ y ago30:19

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Congratulations, you made it through your book, you now have something in your hands. You’ve worked for months on end and you finally have that finished manuscript. You excitedly print out your hard work, place it before you on the desk and wonder, now what do I do? In today’s episode, I talk about the […]…

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126: How Writing Has Changed My Life. 40:53

6+ y ago40:53

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Have you ever had a dream where you’ve desired something bigger than yourself? You work hard, you strive, and you see part of your dream fulfilled but now you want more? In today’s podcast episode, I’m opening up about my personal journey of writing and how it is changed my life. Going to hear stories […]…

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125: Taking the time to become a healthy writer. 30:17

6+ y ago30:17

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Do you feel that life is difficult and you feel out of balance or out of touch with reality? The Writer’s life is hard, and if we get out of sync inside of our soul we don’t have the resources in our well to draw from. In today’s episode, we’re talking about living a writer’s […]By Jason Sisam

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124: How to face failure and start moving forward. 34:29

6+ y ago34:29

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We all fail. Some fail largely while others fail on a small scale. But failure is something we all face and the question remains, how do we move forward? In today’s episode, we’re looking at how we can pick up the pieces and live the life we want. Failure is a short-term hurdle and how […]By Jason Sisam

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123: The Anatomy of a Novel. 31:08

6+ y ago31:08

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Book writing can feel overwhelming. If you are writing your first book, questions of, how long should chapters be or how many words do I need to write a full-length novel, take center stage in your mind. In today’s episode, I’m talking about novel writing from beginning to end. Now that we’ve approached the half-point […]…

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122: Don’t Lose Your “Why” As you Write. 24:39

7y ago24:39

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One week into NaNoWriMo and you now are trying to beat a deadline without purpose in your writing. Does that sound like you? In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about writing with purpose. As we go through the motions of meeting our 1667 words a day, we must not forget the reason we […]By Jason Sisam

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121: Why you should use NaNoWriMo to write your book.

7y ago

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It’s that time of year again, a time when Writers come out of the woodwork to write their books. That time of year is none other than NaNoWriMo month. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to use the month of November to write the first 50,000 words of your book. This challenge is both […]By Jason Sisam

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120: Start Small, Plan Big. 29:49

7y ago29:49

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Every writer wants to make it in this business and planning is one of the biggest things we can do to find success in writing. In this weeks episode, I’m going to be talking about the four things you need to work on to get published and make some money. Why does passion matter? Why […]By Jason Sisam

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119: The Five Excuses People Make To Not Write. 32:43

7y ago32:43

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Millions of people desire to write their book, start their blog, or write for a magazine. Most people don’t know what to write, or simply make excuses for not getting the job done. In today’s episode, we’re talking about the excuses writers make to not put pen to paper and let the words flow. We’re […]…

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118: Why every writer should have a blog. 29:18

7y ago29:18

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Blogging is a blast. Yet I believe it can be the most effective means to communicate with your audience and create meaningful community. You desire to help each person connect on a deep level with you and your message. Blogging is an effective way for each person to hear your heart and know that you […]…

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