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The Daily Writer
The Daily Writer is a podcast for writers who want to live a more intentional and creative life.
Hosted by author and ghostwriter Kent Sanders, each episode offers practical insights, encouragement, and inspiration to help you build a consistent writing habit, overcome creative obstacles, and become the author of your own story.
Whether you’re writing a book or trying to make progress on work that matters, The Daily Writer will help you take the next step. Learn more at DailyWriterLife.com.
Episodes
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Key #1: Decide On A Specific Writing Goal
When you know what you’re working toward, it’s a lot easier to build a habit that gets you there.
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3 Truths About Habits
These truths will give you a solid perspective as you work on building a writing habit that lasts.
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A New Series To Help You Write Consistently
We writers love to talk about writing but often struggle to do it consistently. The key is to build a writing habit that lasts. Welcome to a new series that…
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Just 30 Minutes a Day
If you commit to writing just thirty minutes a day, it can absolutely change the course of your life. Let’s explore.
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What Kind of Business Should You Have?
If you’re wondering how to structure your writing-based business, these three questions will help you figure it out.
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Why I Don’t Journal Much Anymore
In which we examine the time-honored tradition of journaling and whether it’s actually adding value to your life.
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If I Were Starting a Writing Services Business Today
If I were starting over today with writing-based business offering (such as ghostwriting, editing, or design), here are the four things I’d do immediately. If…
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This Podcast is Terrible
Sometimes when I write the first draft of the email this podcast is based on, I think it’s terrible. But there’s a huge flaw in that thinking. Let’s explore…
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Different Content Deserves Different Effort
Let’s explore this principle: The more permanent the content is, the more effort it deserves. Grab your free copy of my new book,The Ghost-Powered Author…
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The People Who Make Your Writing Life Possible
It’s a good day to be grateful for all the people who have made our modern writing life possible through their innovation and hard work.
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How to Defeat Writer’s Block
Here’s what I learned about defeating writer’s block from re-watching The Sopranos TV series.
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It’s OK to Disappoint Some People
When you follow your own path, you will inevitably disappoint some people. And that’s completely okay.
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What I Learned From Pulling All-Nighters in College
Do you struggle with getting your writing done as quickly as you’d like? When you set a deadline for yourself, it helps improve your speed and capacity…
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Who Needs Your Help?
As the Beatles famously sang, “I get by with a little help from my friends.” That’s especially true for writers. We all need help from others in various forms…
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A Dose of Tough Love About the Business Side of Writing
Let’s dive into a listener question about the business side of writing. I share some no-holds-barred advice about what it takes to really make it as a writer…
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My #1 Editing Tip
On today’s episode, I’m sharing a deceptively simple editing tip that will take your next book from good to great. If you haven’t grabbed your free copy of The…
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Writing in the Middle of the Storm
Storms in life will come. The only question is: are you going to continue writing and getting your work done … or will you let the storms deter you? Have you…
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My Weird Take on Getting Organized
Sure, you can read all kinds of books on cleaning and downsizing. But there’s a deeper principle that will help if you’re chronically disorganized. Let’s…
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Your Books Will Outlive You
I read a page from Meditations by Marcus Aurelius every day. Nearly two thousand years after he wrote it, his words are still having an impact. Your words in…
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Should You Keep Your Dreams to Yourself?
On today’s episode, we explore whether you should be public about your dreams … or keep them private. My thoughts may surprise you. Have you downloaded your…
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People Are Invading My Space
Do you find yourself getting annoyed by people who make too much noise and cause chaos around you? Is it getting in the way of your writing and creative work?…
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4 Questions for Figuring Out Your Purpose
All around us, people are searching for their purpose. If you feel a bit lost and have been searching for your purpose in life, I’ll share four questions below…
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Want a Free Copy of My New Book?
I’d love to give you a copy of my new book, The Ghost-Powered Author. On this episode, I describe why I wrote the book and how it can help you—even if you’re…
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The Best Time to Get Started
We’re only a few days into Q4. You have a choice: do you put off your goals to next year, or get started now? You can probably guess what my answer will be…
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Should You Work on Vacation?
Ah, the age-old question of whether you should use “down time” to get any work done. There’s no simple answer, but on this episode I’ll give you a few things…
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Right Here, Right Now
All you have is this moment, right now. Everything has led up to this point, and everything that follows flows from this point. How will you use it?
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How to 10x the Value of Your Writing
Repurposing your content is a fantastic way to get way more bang for your buck out of your writing. You can easily 10x the value of what you’ve already created…
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The Writer’s Notebook (October 2026)
The Writer’s Notebook is a monthly digest where we dive into books, questions, and resources to help you become the author of your own life. I hope these pique…
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When the Feelings Fade, Push Through
Anytime you work on a big project, there comes a point when you’ve lost some enthusiasm, and you start to wonder if you should continue. That’s when you show…
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A Backward Trick for Figuring Out What You Want
When you are clear on what you don’t want in your business, you can lean into what you do want.
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Do You Know What Drives You?
Last week, I had dinner with a writer friend, and he asked what motivates me. Let’s explore what I shared with him and what asking yourself this question can…
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Crawling Through a River of You-Know-What
Seems like a lot of people are facing big challenges right now. If you’re crawling through a river of you-know-what, keep crawling. A few inches at a time if…
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What Makes Writing “Great”?
In which we learn from the world of sports that clear metrics are important. As a writer, you get to decide what matters to you.
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The Best Formatting Tools for Your Book
Email subscriber Jane Anderson sent in a two-part question about which book-formatting tools are best and whether you can use these tools to serve writers. My…
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How I Structure My Work Week
If you want to be more productive, it starts by knowing what you want your week to look like. Here’s how I set up my week for maximum success.
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13 Traits of an Alpha Writer
For years, we’re heard about “alpha males,” but let’s apply this concept to writers, but in a new and healthier way. The core trait of an alpha writer is…
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A 20% Boost in Your Mental Energy, Instantly
I want you to have as much success in your life, writing, and business as possible. That’s why I recommend setting aside your anxiety and worry about things…
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It’s Time to Choose Yourself
If you’re always waiting and hoping other people will give you the green light to chase your dreams, you might be waiting a long time. It’s time to choose…
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The Dark Side of Client Work
I will always be grateful for the work I’ve had the opportunity to do as a ghostwriter over the last decade. It has provided for my family, given me a great…
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How I Keep Track of Ideas
In which I lay out my ridiculously simple system for organizing content for my daily emails.
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Nostalgia Ain’t What It Used To Be
A heartfelt message to my fellow Gen X’ers stuck in the nostalgia of the 80s.
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You Can’t Replace In-Person Connection
I’m just as much of an introvert as the next writer. But I think we can all agree that there’s something special about connecting with people in person. Let’s…
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While You’re Waiting for the Next Win, Do These 3 Things
While you’re waiting for your next win, you can still move the ball forward in your life. I suggest three actions you can take while you’re waiting for that…
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What Are You Going to Win With?
As the old saying goes, “He who chases two rabbits catches neither.” I’m a firm believer that you can do almost anything you want in life. However, you can’t…
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Are You Someone’s Favorite Client?
Whenever I hire someone, my goal is to be their favorite client. Let’s talk about a few ways to treat people well and honor the work they’re doing on your…
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5 Non-Writing Ways to Add Value to People
Much of the “writing life” isn’t really about writing. It’s about relationships. After all, it’s pretty hard to have a successful business or career without…
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How to Encourage the Writers in Your Life
Almost everybody wants to write a book, but many people don’t have the time, skill, patience, confidence, or discipline to see it through. However, many people…
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Choosin’ Texas: 3 Lessons for Writers
Whether or not you’re a fan of country music, you’ve probably come across Ella Langley’s monster song, Choosin’ Texas. It’s a genius-level song that contains…
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Some Advice About Career Transitions
If you’re wrestling with figuring out the pathway between where you are and where you want to be, today’s episode will help you get clarity.
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Feeling Stuck? Use the Snowball Method
I’ll bet there’s at least one big project you’ve been wanting to get to for a while. But it feels so big, so daunting and imposing, that you’re paralyzed by…
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Take Responsibility for Your Success
Let’s talk about the #1 quality that will help lead you to more success in your writing … and life. To read more about the book I reference in this episode…
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“But I Don’t Have Anything to Say”
Yes, you do. If you’ve felt this way before—wondering what you should write about—let’s dive into a quick list of twelve ways to pull material out of your mind.
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Does Your Faith Help or Hurt Your Business?
In which we explore the thorny issue of how faith intersects with your business as a writer. You might be surprised at my take on this.
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My All-Time Favorite Novels
Looking for some creative inspiration? You’ll definitely find it on this episode as I talk about my seven favorite novels. You can grab a copy of my book on…
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How To Stand Out From Other Writers
In this episode, we’ll explore three ways to develop your unique voice as a writer and stand out from the crowd.
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I Believe in You
There’s a saying attributed to Plato: “Be kind, for everyone is fighting a hard battle.” I’m pretty confident that no matter who you are, you’re going through…
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Writing Helps You Find Your Way
Dante famously wrote in his Inferno, “Mid-way in life’s journey I found myself in a dark wood, having lost the way.” If you’re feeling a little lost, let’s…
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The Writer’s Notebook (September 2026)
The Writer’s Notebook is a monthly digest where we dive into books, questions, and resources to help you become the author of your own life. I hope these pique…
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How to Create an Editorial Calendar
If you’ve never used a calendar to organize and plan your writing, this episode will help you be far more productive and effective.