Balancing comedy, writing, and business with Kristen Van Nest

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Kristen Van Nest, an author, actor, and comedian, joins us to recount the lessons learned while navigating this tumultuous yet exhilarating journey.
From the conservative confines of her upbringing to globetrotting adventures, Kristen's story is a testament to the fearless pursuit of personal and professional fulfillment, detailed humorously in her memoir Where to Nest.
In a world that often equates success with a linear career path, Kristen's narrative shatters the mold, proving that the road less traveled can make all the difference. She discusses the significance of family support and the courage needed to leap into the unknown.
Balancing a successful copywriting business with her comedic and writing pursuits, Kristen embodies the poise and resilience of someone who truly understands the art of the hustle.
Throughout our conversation, Kristen tackles the gritty realities of memoir writing, the intricacies of book marketing, and the hurdles of managing an Airbnb venture with unyielding humor and insight.
Don't miss this fun, enlightening episode.

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➡️ P.S. I'm running my 4th cohort on how to monetize your writing in September, in which I show you how to find writing gigs in markets across the world, grasp the art of pitching, and make income from your writing.
You can check it out here and read testimonials from previous students. I would love to have you as a participant.

Chapters

1. Balancing comedy, writing, and business with Kristen Van Nest (00:00:00)

2. Building a Business and Creative Journey (00:00:05)

3. Pursuing a Non-Traditional Career Path (00:06:17)

4. Secrets of Building a Successful Career (00:10:03)

5. Memoir Writing and Book Marketing (00:16:25)

6. Challenges of Renting on Airbnb (00:28:46)

7. Advice for Writers Building Business (00:35:57)