Best Sandy Cooper And Mary K Tiller Podcasts (2024)

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42 | 5 Ways to Support Your Friend's Book Launch Without Social Media 21:10

3d ago21:10

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Your friend has written a book and you are excited to be part of her launch team. Except you don’t use social media. Can you still make a difference? Why yes, yes you can! This week we’re sharing 5 creative and effective ways to support your fellow author friends without using social media. Listen in! P.S.- Mary K. will share 2 more out-of-the-box …

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41 | How To Grow Your Platform + Sell Your Books with Live Events w/Laura Richmond 41:43

10d ago41:43

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In today's episode, we delve into the power of live events as a growth and marketing strategy for authors. Laura Richmond, a traditionally published author, shares insights on why live events are effective, how to find events that align with your ideal reader, tips for maximizing your impact at these events, common pitfalls to avoid, and encouragem…

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40 | Are Your Words Adding to The Noise? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself 40:04

17d ago40:04

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In a world clamoring with information overload, you may feel like your words are just adding to the noise. How do you know when to stay silent…or when to speak up anyway? If you sense the world is drowning in words and you hesitate to add yours to the mix, today we offer three questions to ask yourself so that you can discern whether to hit publish…

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39 | Why I Left Social Media As a Writer and What I Do Instead w/Gabe Cox Pt.2 28:30

24d ago28:30

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Today, we’re continuing our conversation with Gabe Cox as she shares how her business has grown since leaving social media and what she’s doing to make it happen, as well as the response she gets from other entrepreneurs in the online space when she tells them she’s not on social media, Finally, she offers encouragement and practical steps you can …

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38 | Why I Left Social Media as a Writer and What I Do Instead w/Gabe Cox Pt.1 28:35

1M ago28:35

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Any writer considering leaving social media will wrestle with fears and questions: How will you stay in the loop? How will you connect with other writers or with your readers? How will you sell your books? What if it doesn’t work? Today’s guest chose to face her fears and grappled with each of those questions. Join us as she shares how she overcame…

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37 | What's Working for Writers in 2024 w/Thomas Umstattd Jr., Pt2 28:10

1M ago28:10

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Last week in EP36, podcast host and industry expert, Thomas Umstattd, Jr, unequivocally affirmed that social media is no longer working for authors. Today, in Part 2, Thomas shares three things you can do instead of social media, what marketing strategies are working well for indie authors in 2024, and where he sees the publishing industry headed i…

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36 | The Rise and Fall of Social Media for Writers w/Thomas Umstattd Jr., Pt1 38:51

2M ago38:51

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In the early days of social media, a writer could speak directly to her reader and even go viral. Today, however, neither of those things are possible. In the first of a 2-part conversation, Thomas Umstaddt Jr. explains the rise and fall of social media and why the publishing industry still clings to a metric that is no longer valid. Click here for…

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35 | How To Manage Information Overload 33:15

2M ago33:15

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As a writer, you are inundated with information on improving your craft and building your business. Whether through a writing group or a mastermind, a course or industry-related newsletters, books, or even podcasts, information overload is real and its effects on your ability to focus and create can be profound. In this week’s episode, we discuss i…

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34 | Social Media's Role in the Christian Publishing Industry w/Will Anderson, Pt. 2 27:28

2M ago27:28

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If you are writing a book proposal and do NOT have a social media presence, you may be tempted to neglect the mention of "platform" altogether. But even without impressive numbers, you can still show an editor that you are on a growth trajectory. Today Will Parker Anderson, Senior Book Editor at Waterbrook and Multnomah (the Christian imprint of Pe…

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33 | Social Media's Role in the Christian Publishing Industry w/Will Anderson, Pt. 1 34:03

2M ago34:03

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How has social media changed the landscape of the publishing industry and what does that mean for you? This week we’re continuing our series of conversations with industry experts by talking to Will Anderson, Senior Editor at Waterbrook and Multnomah and founder of The Writer’s Circle. This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation. For show notes, go to …

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32 | Why Author Platform is Broken and What to Do About It w/Mary DeMuth, Pt.2 20:41

2M ago20:41

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Last week in Part 1/EP31, author and literary agent, Mary DeMuth candidly discussed her frustrations surrounding social media. Today, we’re continuing our conversation, as Mary openly shares what she considers a viable email list and open rate numbers, what other metrics outside of social medial are attractive to her as a literary agent, and what s…

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31 | Why Author Platform is Broken and What to Do About It w/Mary DeMuth, Pt.1 28:18

3M ago28:18

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By now you know we firmly believe that writers can choose to leave the life-sucking toxicity of social media platforms and find alternative pathways to grow and nurture their audience. But how does that sentiment stack up against the realities of publishing? To answer that question, we’ve lined up a series of conversations with a variety of industr…

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30 | 4 Focus Killers and What You Can Do About Them 43:22

3M ago43:22

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We are BACK for Season 3! Does concentration feel like an uphill battle for you? Do you regularly suffer with brain fog or the inability to pay attention? If that’s you, take heart: this is not a personal failure on your part. Turns out, there is much you can do to reclaim your focus if you’re willing to fight for it. Click here for show notes.…

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29 | What We're Saying Yes and No To in 2024 54:18

6M ago54:18

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As creatives, opportunities and ideas are never in short supply; unfortunately, time often is. And so we are forced to choose: which opportunities will we pursue? In which ideas we will invest? Each new year provides us with a chance to reconsider what we ‘yes’ to, and as we do so, it’s crucial to remember that for every ‘yes’ we give, we’re automa…

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28 | Writing Off Social Guilt-Free w/K. C. Ireton 40:08

7M ago40:08

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TIME IS RUNNING OUT TO REGISTER FOR WRITING OFF SOCIAL: THE COURSE. RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY! Research shows an intrinsic and powerful connection between social media usage and your mental health. Reputable studies conclude that social media causes depression and anxiety, especially in women. If you are a female author who experiences anxiety every …

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27 | Building a Community of Cheerleaders on Substack w/Jane Curry Weber 39:42

7M ago39:42

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LAST CHANCE! EARLY BIRD PRICING FOR THE COURSE ENDS 12/17/23 Today, we are thrilled to introduce you to writer and dietician Jane Curry Weber. Jane’s mission is to help moms bring peace to their table by sharing words of nourishment for body and soul. While Jane was fully committed to this calling, building a platform on social media felt like a mo…

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26 | Finding the Freedom to Leave Instagram w/Cara Dyck 43:35

7M ago43:35

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TAKE ADVANTAGE OF EARLY BIRD PRICING AND BONUSES FOR THE COURSE BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE! You’ve been told that to grow your audience and reach your reader, building a large, engaged following on Instagram is your only option. So you spend all your time taking beautiful photos, writing catchy captions, and adding all the hashtags. And that leaves you w…

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25 | Finding Freedom to Be Selective w/Shelly Snead 39:28

8M ago39:28

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EARLY BIRD PRICING FOR WRITING OFF SOCIAL: THE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Are you overwhelmed with the sheer number of activities you “should be doing” to become a successful writer? What if the key wasn’t doing all the things, but simply doing the right things for you? Today, we’re speaking with a friend whose writing life was transformed when she found…

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24 | How I'm Finding My Reader Through Community Connections w/Jody Collins 41:05

8M ago41:05

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EARLY BIRD PRICING NOW AVAILABLE FOR WRITING OFF SOCIAL: THE COURSE! What do you do when you’ve been writing on line for 10 years and everything becomes stagnant? Your Instagram feed is nothing but the same 20 writers and business gurus plus some random skincare ads. Your email list stops growing. And you have no idea where to find your reader in r…

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23 | How Finding My Niche and Learning SEO Brought Results w/Regina Sanchez 37:57

8M ago37:57

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REGISTRATION FOR WRITING OFF SOCIAL: THE COURSE IS NOW OPEN! SECURE YOUR SPOT TODAY AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF EARLY BIRD PRICING AND BONUSES. We know how frustrating it can be to narrow down your message and find your niche. Today we welcome Spiritual Life and Health Coach, Regina Sanchez who pushed through this difficult task of niching down and found…

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22 | 5 Questions You Should Ask Before You Leave Social Media 23:13

8M ago23:13

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So, you’ve found a literary agent who believes in your book idea and a publisher interested in publishing your entire book series! You have a solid email list and a loyal following on social media. Except…you’re ready to ditch social media altogether. Is it okay to leave social media now? Or is this the worst idea ever? In today's episode, we answe…

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21 | What to do When You Feel Trapped by Social Media, w/Stef Gass 51:32

9M ago51:32

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Most of us joined social media with innocent motives- we were eager to engage with our friends, follow some interesting accounts, and share our words with the world. But over time, the tables turned, and what was once felt like a playground now feels like a prison. So what do you do when you feel trapped by social media? Join us today for a vulnera…

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20 | How to Grow Your Platform Using Radio 50:07

9M ago50:07

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The key to leaving social media without regret is finding alternate ways to achieve your writing goals outside of social media. This means locating your reader in real life and reaching her there. It also means thinking outside the box and taking some risks. This week we continue to flesh out what the writing life actually looks like off social med…

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19 | How Kate Merrick Traditionally Published a Book Without Social Media: Kate Merrick Pt3 35:23

9M ago35:23

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Leaving social media as a writer sounds amazing in theory. But how does it work in practice? Listen in for the final installment of Sandy’s conversation with two-time traditionally published author, Kate Merrick where they ask and answer that question. In Part 3 of this 3-part conversation, Kate and Sandy speak directly to moms who write and run th…

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18 | What is the Real Cost of Using Social Media? With Kate Merrick, Pt2 32:25

9M ago32:25

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What is the cost of being on social media? What are you giving away? What are you gaining? If FOMO is the issue, then shouldn’t we consider what it is we’re really missing out on? If every ‘yes’ to one thing is a ‘no’ to another, then what could you say ‘yes’ to if you chose to say ‘no’ to social media? This is Part 2 of a 3-part conversation that …

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17 | Going Off The Grid with Kate Merrick, Pt1 31:40

9M ago31:40

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Many of you have emailed us thanking us for blazing a trail for writers to leave social media. But we are only widening a trail that others had blazed for us. In today’s episode, Sandy sits down with author Kate Merrick, who was one such trailblazer. Join us to hear why Kate decided to live off the grid and how it’s impacted her life, her business,…

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16 | Pruning What is Dead, Dying, and Distracting: Hustle Culture vs. Kingdom Culture, Pt.3 30:25

9M ago30:25

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As a writer in the Hustle Culture, we are inundated with endless options of what we could do and what we should do to be successful. But in the Kingdom Culture, we have a loving Father who is actively pruning our lives so that the fruit we produce is sweet, abundant, and remains forever. If you are tired of adding tasks to your plate that leave you…

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15 | Encouraging Growth By Cutting Back: Hustle Culture vs. Kingdom Culture Pt.2 39:22

9M ago39:22

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We live in a culture that values constant and increasing growth. There is a sense that to take a step backward or slow down at all, is to risk everything you’re building. But Kingdom Culture offers us another way. If you’re feeling burdened or burnt out by seasons of over production and growth, this episode is for you. Click here for show notes…

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14 | Hustle Culture vs. Kingdom Culture 39:00

10M ago39:00

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Hustle culture is the mentality that says if you work hard enough, you will become successful. And the more successful you are, the more powerful you are. And the more successful and powerful you are, the happier you will be. But hustle culture is failing us--compromising our health, our relationships, and our peace. What’s the alternative? And wha…

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13 | How to Leave Social Media Behind 17:10

10M ago17:10

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You’ve listened to every episode of Season One and you’re sold– social media isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Whether you’re ready to ditch it all together, or take a short break to gain some perspective- this episode is for you. That’s right, friend, we are back and kicking off a brand new season! Click here for show notes…

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12 | Do You Owe Your Readers Access to Your Life? 36:37

1y ago36:37

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Social media provides a peek behind the curtain of your lives and the lives of those you follow. You get to see the inside of their homes, where they go on vacation, what awards their 5th grader won at school, and what they had for dinner. So, when you leave social media, how will you share all that behind-the-scenes content for your readers? Or sh…

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11 | Three Ways to Combat Writer Overwhelm 30:49

1y ago30:49

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Have you ever reached the point in your writing career when it all just felt like too much? Have you ever been tempted to shut the whole thing down? That, my friend, is overwhelm. And today we're going to help you tackle it! ENTER TO WIN 50% OFF WRITING OFF SOCIAL: THE COURSE!

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10 | Can You Build a Platform Without Social Media AND Without a Podcast? How Do You Promote a Podcast Without Social Media? How Do I Move My Facebook Group to Another Platform? 33:37

1y ago33:37

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Is it possible to build a platform without social media AND without a podcast? How do you promote a podcast without social media? Are podcasts the new social media? How do I lead my Facebook group to another (not-social media) platform? What books do you recommend about social media? How do I subscribe to your podcast? Is being a Christian a prereq…

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09 | Is Pinterest Social Media? How Do You Define Social Media? How Can I Keep Up With My Groups if I Leave Facebook? 35:23

1y ago35:23

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Is Pinterest a Social Media Platform? How do you define Social Media? How will I keep up with my groups if I leave Facebook? What is a friendless Facebook account? Do I need a website to take your course? When are the Zoom calls for the course? Is your course only for non-fiction writers? You guys send us some of the best questions; today, we’re ta…

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08 | How to Create Community Outside of Social Media 25:54

1y ago25:54

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One of the scariest things about leaving social media as a writer is the thought of losing connection with people. When the average person leaves social media, they can simply meet their neighbors or find moms at the park or at the kids’ baseball practice or get into a small group at church. But for the WRITER, this problem cannot be easily solved …

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07| Two Things You Must Have to Build Your Platform Without Social Media 13:32

1y ago13:32

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Building your platform on social media is risky business. As “rented” space, you could lose everything you’ve built in the blink of an eye. So how do you build a robust platform on a solid foundation? Today, we’re discussing the answer and so much more. You will want to grab a pen and a piece of paper because this short episode is packed with infor…

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06 | The Key to Leaving Social Media Without Regret 22:57

1y ago22:57

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Leaving social media as a writer is an emotional decision. You’re probably asking yourself, “How will people find me? Will I fade into obscurity? Is it irresponsible of me to even consider shutting this down? What if I leave and then regret it?” We get it! If you are scared of leaving social media as a writer, you won’t be by the end of this episod…

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05 | Pivotal Mindset Shifts for Writers Who Leave Social Media 18:50

1+ y ago18:50

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So many of the choices we make begin with the thoughts that we think. And how you think about social media and the role it plays in your life and work will absolutely determine the choices you make surrounding it. This week Sandy and Mary K. are sharing some of the pivotal mindset shifts writers can make as they prepare to leave social media. For s…

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04 | What We've Loved and Lost Since Leaving Social Media 29:34

1+ y ago29:34

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Leaving social media is complicated. While you can ditch the algorithm and the addiction, you also in a very real way lose connection and community. Today Mary K and Sandy have an honest conversation about what they miss about social media and what has gotten better since they left. For show notes visit https://writingoffsocial.com/4…

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03 | Books + Resources We Recommend About Social Media and Its Effects on Society 29:42

1+ y ago29:42

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You’ve felt the negative effects of social media, but have you ever studied them? If you feel you need to do a little more research before you pull the plug on social media, then this episode is for you. Last summer Sandy did a deep dive trying to learn the impact of social media on herself, her followers, her children, and society as a whole. Toda…

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01 | Why We Left Social Media 36:19

1+ y ago36:19

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Today we share our stories of joining, using, struggling with, and ultimately leaving social media as writers. For show notes, visit https://writingoffsocial.com/1. Today's takeaways: If you choose to remain on social media, WE GET IT! We are not here to judge or condemn you for staying. It took us years to make this decision. Currently in the writ…

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02 | Three Reasons Social Media is Not Working for You as a Writer 25:02

1+ y ago25:02

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Despite the fact that you've been told that you MUST use social media to reach your reader, share your writing, and sell your books, it does NOT work for most of you. You already know it's not working. But today we give you three reasons why. (Spoiler: it's not because you're doing it wrong!) For show notes visit https://writingoffsocial.com/2.…

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Welcome to Writing Off Social! 3:52

1+ y ago3:52

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Welcome to Writing Off Social: The brand new podcast for female Christian writers who want to grow and nurture their audience without social media. To learn about Sandy Cooper and Mary K. Tiller, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/ We know you’re tired of chasing the algorithm. Using social media to build your platform has left you feeling drained,…

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