Write Your Book, Change Lives: Terry Whalin's Inspiring Story & Practical Writing Advice

Welcome to the optYOUmize Podcast where we help entrepreneurs build the business AND life of their dreams. Get tips, tactics, stories, and inspiration from interviews with business and personal development experts and lessons from my own successes and failures so you can make more, work less, and live better. You don't have to go it alone--we're here to support and motivate you, and encourage you to keep going until you reach your goals. Follow optYOUmize Podcast with Brett Ingram: LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Website Summary Brett Ingram interviews Terry Whalin, an accomplished editor and author, discussing the intricacies of writing, editing, and the publishing process. Terry shares his personal journey into writing, the importance of storytelling, and the common mistakes writers make. He emphasizes the need for authors to build their platforms and understand the realities of publishing, including the myths surrounding it. The conversation concludes with practical advice for aspiring authors on how to navigate their writing journey and achieve success. Visit https://publishingoffer.com for a special offer to get his printed book--10 Publishing Myths, Insight Every Author Needs to Succeed--for only $10 including shipping along with over $200 of free bonuses. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Writing and Editing 02:59 Terry Whalin's Journey into Writing 06:00 The Importance of Writing and Editing Skills 09:04 The Writing Process and Overcoming Challenges 12:09 Attributes of a Successful Writer 15:12 Understanding the Publishing Process 17:59 Common Mistakes Writers Make 20:49 The Myths of Publishing 23:54 Building Your Author Platform 26:59 Benefits of Writing a Book 30:02 Steps to Getting Published 33:01 Final Tips for Success #writing #publishing #personalbranding #branding #personaldevelopment #entrepreneurship #optyoumize #brettingram #entrepreneurpodcast #podmatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices