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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
The Daily WriterThe Real Definition of Success
What does it mean to be successful as a writer? It’s a simple question—you might say even deceptively simple. Why? Because we don’t often stop to think about…
The Daily Writer10 Ways to Give as a Writer
The holiday season is in full swing, and most everyone is thinking about the gifts they are going to give others. Just yesterday, my son and I were talking…
The Daily WriterTear Out the Tags (with Bee Evans)
There are a lot of challenging aspects of being a writer. But in my experience, some of the biggest obstacles come from inside. If we look at why we sometimes…
The Daily WriterWhat Have They Got That I Ain't Got?
Being a writer is a lot like living in The Wizard of Oz. Some days feel like you’ve lost your brain, most days feel like you’re holding onto your heart, and…
The Daily WriterHalf Full or Half Empty?
Are you a glass half empty or a glass half full kind of person? If your answer is that you’re a glass half empty kind of person, it means you tend to focus on…
The Daily WriterThe Agony of an Untold Story
Have you ever found yourself sitting, staring at the wall, thinking about that book you wanted to write? Then a few minutes later, you snap out of it and…
The Daily WriterAre You Committed?
We live in an age when it is easy to get out of almost any commitment. If you’re unhappy with your cable TV service, you can switch companies. If your dinner…
The Daily WriterThe Gift of Failure
When you hear the name J.K. Rowling, what comes to mind? You probably picture an ultra-successful author whose books are adored by millions of readers all over…
The Daily WriterWriters Roundtable: Getting Started as a Writer (with Eric Elder, Ashley Rescot & Mary Felkins)
One of the most common themes I hear from people who want to write is, "Where do I start?" So many people have the desire, even the calling, to write ... yet…
The Daily WriterOwn Your Career, Own Your Life (with Andy Storch)
Episode Description (Libsyn & SM Post) Here is the U.S., we like to talk about ownership. In fact, one of the hallmarks of American society is the concept of…
The Daily WriterA Mighty Sharp Sword
If you’re a fan of the Peanuts comic strip, you may remember one of the ongoing storylines involving Snoopy, Charlie Brown’s loveable dog. Snoopy would be…
The Daily WriterHappy Little Accidents
If you’re of “a certain age,” you probably remember watching Bob Ross on his TV show “The Joy of Painting,” which he hosted on PBS from 1983-1994. If you’re a…
The Daily WriterBeware the Green-Eyed Monster
Have you ever felt jealous of another writer’s success? We’re going for honesty here, so let’s assume the answer is “yes.” The world of writers can be a funny…
The Daily WriterA Writing Lesson from Citizen Kane
Citizen Kane is universally recognized as one of the greatest films of all time. Orson Welles and his collaborators created a masterpiece that was well ahead…
The Daily WriterDon't Be a One-Hit Wonder
One of the staples of the modern music world is the “Greatest Hits” album. When an artist has been around for a while, and they’ve had at least a few hits…
The Daily Writer15 Ways to Make Money as a Writer
If you've been listening to this podcast for any length of time, you know that I place a big emphasis on habits, mindset, creativity, and related topics. Those…
The Daily WriterThe Journey of Writing a Novel (with Bethany Lee)
As I talk to writers, one of the most common themes I hear is, "I've always wanted to write a novel." It seems like almost everybody has a story they would…
The Daily WriterTurn on the Faucet
Has this ever happened to you? You block out time on your calendar, you get your pen or pencil—or computer—ready, and you sit down at your desk, ready to…
The Daily WriterWhat Does It Mean to Be Great?
What does it mean to be great? It’s such a simple question on the surface. But when you dig a little deeper, it gets to the heart of an inner conflict we feel…
The Daily WriterIf You Want to Be Profound, Be Simple
One of the most popular TV sitcoms in recent years was The Big Bang Theory. Chances are pretty high that you have either seen it or know about it. But just in…
The Daily WriterThe Only Way to Be a Failure
As creatives, we seem hardwired to remember every single time we failed in our younger days. Remember the time you forgot your lines in the school play? Or the…
The Daily WriterAn Amateur Who Didn't Quit
What is a professional? It seems like such a simple question. A professional baseball player is one who plays on a pro sports team. A professional attorney is…
The Daily WriterNovember 2020 Listener Q&A
On this month's Listener Q&A, we tackle a number of great questions (time stamp and the name of the person asking the question are included): 1:57 - How do you…
The Daily WriterLeadership Through Storytelling (with Terry Stafford)
I'm thrilled to bring you this conversation with my good friend Terry Stafford. Terry is an award-winning author who has written four novels, the most recent…
The Daily WriterThe Fountain of Youth
One of humanity’s most enduring myths is the Fountain of Youth. For well over two thousand years, people have fantasized, and at times even searched for, a…
The Daily WriterTake a Book Wherever You Go
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sit down with one of the world’s most successful authors and ask them the secret to great writing? Fortunately…
The Daily WriterAlways an Apprentice
Picture yourself as a third grader. It’s May and you have two weeks of school left. It’s warm outside and all you can think about is a fun-filled summer full…
The Daily WriterThis is Not the Time to Be Timid
The scariest monster in ancient Greek mythology was not a cyclops, sea monster, or dragon. It was a woman named Medusa. Legend has it that she was assaulted by…
The Daily WriterRemember Who You Are
1994’s The Lion King is one of the most beloved animated movies of all time. In case you haven’t seen it in a while, the story focused on Simba, a young cub in…
The Daily WriterIntroduction to the Daily Writer Podcast
I'm thrilled to bring you the first episode of my new podcast, The Daily Writer! If you consider yourself a creative entrepreneur who wants to build a business…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: Letting Go & Looking Forward
It's hard to let go of what's familiar and comfortable. But that's what is probably holding you back. Is it time to let go and move on? *** Need a ghostwriter…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: I Miss Johnny Carson
Johnny Carson was the greatest late-night host of all time. Here's why I miss him. *** Need a ghostwriter for your next project? Learn more here…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
We all choose what "glasses" we use to see the world. What do you see? *** Need a ghostwriter for your next project? Learn more here…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: How I Wrote a 45,000-Word Book This Month
I just finished the first draft of a client book. I was able to work from an outline and write 45,000 words in less than a month. Here's how it was done. ***…
The Daily WriterA Conversation on Creativity with my 9-Year Old Son Ben
I stumbled across this short interview I did with my son Ben in 2013. He was 9 years old at the time. It was so much fun hearing his comments about life and…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: Are You McDonald's or Red Robin?
In your business, do you present yourself as fast food or gourmet? *** Need a ghostwriter for your next project? Learn more here…
The Daily WriterBlogging 101: How to Write a Clear Call to Action
When you’re a writer, it’s easy to get caught up in the content treadmill. We sometimes forget that we write to change lives. That’s why a call to action is…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: Blood on the Canvas
What we learn from an obscure fact about painting in medieval times? A lot, it turns out. *** Need a ghostwriter for your next project? Learn more here…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: Don't Despise the Chisel
We naturally process pain as a bad thing. But can it be raw material for your creative work? Can it help you become who you need to be? *** Need a ghostwriter…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: 3 Books to Grow Your Mind & Business
I share a little about three books I'm reading and loving: Meditations by Marcus Aurelius Gift*ology by John Ruhlin Marketing Made Simple by Donald Miller &…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: Don't Take Criticism Personally
Yes, I know we all tend to take criticism personally ... but it's not healthy. Here's how to make better use of it. *** Need a ghostwriter for your next…
The Daily WriterTremendous Leadership & The Power of Books (with Dr. Tracey C. Jones)
I’m excited to bring you this conversation with Dr. Tracey Jones, who is the President of Tremendous Leadership. She’s an author, speaker, veteran…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: It's 2053 ... Who is Reading Your Books?
On this episode, I dig into a little 80's music history to show how your art can impact people over the long haul. *** Need a ghostwriter for your next…
The Daily WriterBlogging 101: How to Counter Your Reader's Objections
You’ve worked hard to write a blog post or article that communicates great information. But have you looked at your content from your reader’s perspective?…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: Just Hit Publish
One of the biggest struggles we have as writers is the disciple to simply hit "publish" on our work. *** Need a ghostwriter for your next project? Learn more…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: Who is Your Author Model?
There are many successful authors you can follow and emulate. However, it's important to choose one or two who can be your primary model for how you want to…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: If You're Feeling Anxious, Try This
Here's a quick tip for dealing with anxiety. Give it a shot ... it really works! *** Need a ghostwriter for your next project? Learn more here…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: Focus on What You Can Control
On today's episode, I give a quick reminder why we need to focus on what we can control, not on what we cannot. *** Need a ghostwriter for your next project?…
The Daily WriterAdulting with Money (with Dan Hinz)
If you think about topics that cause a lot of stress and conflict, money is very near the top of that list. I’m thrilled that my friend Dan Hinz joins me on…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: The John Wayne Effect
Do you feel a little isolated as a writer? On this episode, I share a simple tip for dealing with it. *** Need a ghostwriter for your next project? Learn more…
The Daily WriterBlogging 101: How to Write Simple & Clear Main Points
Have you ever gotten a great idea for a blog post or article, but you struggled to figure out what to say about the topic? Or perhaps you had a lot to say that…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: Want to Learn Something? Reverse Engineer It.
On this episode, I share how I learned to draw a comic strip, something I have done for my son three times a week over the last few years. *** Need a…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: Are You Filling Your Creative Well?
As an artist and writer, it's vital for you to keep your creative well filled every day. On this episode, I give you a few suggestion how to do that. *** Need…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: The Beauty of Imperfection
On this episode, I share why imperfection makes your art more human and beautiful. *** Need a ghostwriter for your next project? Learn more here…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: How I Signed My First Two Ghostwriting Clients
This is a follow-up to the previous Audio Journal about ghostwriting. On today's episode, I share the stories behind signing my first two clients. *** Need a…
The Daily WriterInstagram Secrets for Building Your Audience (with Lauren V. Davis)
Maybe you are active on social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter. But are you active on Instagram, which is one of the most popular and…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: 3 Lessons from My First Ghostwriting Project
I just completed my first ghostwriting project, and the book launches this month. (Unfortunately, I can't tell you what it is since that is the nature of…
The Daily WriterBlogging 101: How to Write an Introduction That Hooks Your Reader
Have you ever written a draft of a blog post or article, only to feel frustrated that you couldn’t figure out a great introduction? If so, you will enjoy this…
The Daily WriterSPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: The Daily Writer Podcast is Launching on November 1st!
On this episode, you'll get an inside peek into a new podcast I'll be launching on Sunday, November 1st: The Daily Writer Podcast. I'm super excited about the…
The Daily WriterAudio Journal: This is More Important Than Talent
Has anyone ever said you don't have enough talent to be a writer? Or have you ever thought that about yourself? On today's Audio Journal, I share something…