Authors of Impact

By Jas Rawlinson

Ever wished you could sit down with some of the world's most influential non-fiction authors and ask for their personal advice on how to finish your book? Do you love vulnerable, deep conversations wi... more

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The podcast currently has 38 episodes available.

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September 21, 2022Beta Readers, Legacy, and Lessons in Living an Exceptional Life with best-selling author Marcus Pearce
Today, Jas Rawlinson is joined by Marcus Pearce – keynote speaker, podcast host, and author of Your Exceptional Life.
In his own words, Marcus Pearce is magnificently obsessed with helping people create their exceptional life. A former journalist, radio and television producer, Marcus has interviewed hundreds of the world’s most graceful agers, high achievers and interesting people, many of them on his podcast ‘100 Not Out.’ He is the author of the bestselling book Your Exceptional Life, creator of the Exceptional Life Blueprint, and director of The Wellness Couch podcast network. As a keynote speaker, Marcus has delivered training to companies as big as NAB down to local communities. He lives in northern New South Wales with his wife and children.
In today’s episode, Marcus & Jas discuss:
How a creative project to interview more than 200 of the world's most fascinating individuals (including centenarians, graceful agers, health & business experts, and icons of humanity) led to Marcus’ first book, Your Exceptional Life

How to know when to ‘kill your darlings’ when it comes to cutting out certain stories in your book

Do’s and Don’t’s when it comes to repurposing podcast and audio interviews for your book

Why you should consider sharing your manuscript with a group of beta readers, and how it can save you a lot of work down the track

Challenges Marcus faced with the publishing process, and how he went about the art of perfecting his book cover

The legacy Marcus wants to leave for his children, through Your Exceptional Life
Connect with Marcus at: www.marcuspearce.com
PS. Are you an aspiring author of impact?
Do you know that you have a story within that could change lives, but you’re not sure where to start, or how to navigate the publishing process?
When you’re ready, here are 3 ways I can support you:
Download my free author checklist: 14 Steps to Becoming a Published Author - www.jasrawlinson.com/authorchecklist

Enrol in my signature course: Write, Publish, Market Your Memoir Like a Pro - www.jasrawlinson.com/writingcourse
Work with me 1:1 in my program: Authors of Impact - www.jasrawlinson.com/bookcoaching
...more
48min
September 14, 2022Milk, Margaritas, and Fighting Women's Workplace Inequality with best-selling author & lawyer Naomi Seddon
Today, Jas Rawlinson is joined by Naomi Seddon, an international lawyer, thought leader, author, and presenter on workplace equality and issues impacting women at work. Naomi is also a proud board member of Endometriosis Australia, and the author of the best-selling book 'Milk and Margaritas.'
In today’s episode, Naomi & Jas discuss:
How Naomi’s lived experience with miscarriage and endometriosis inspired her to write the book ‘Milk and Margaritas’

Why every company, business, and organisation should be aware of (and supportive of) female health and sex-based issues that impact women's ability to thrive in the workplace

How workplaces can help fight gender/biological sex inequalities by listening to the needs of female employees who are going through menopause, endometriosis, fertility issues, miscarriage, and more...

Why hiring a book coach is an absolute ‘necessity’ if you want to write and publish a professional, world-class book

And Naomi’s advice to other busy mothers and career women who dream of writing a book

Connect with Naomi at:
naomiseddon.com
Instagram
LinkedIn

PS. Are you an aspiring author of impact?
Do you know that you have a story within that could change lives, but you’re not sure where to start, or how to navigate the publishing process?
When you’re ready, here are 3 ways I can support you:
Download my free author checklist: 14 Steps to Becoming a Published Author - www.jasrawlinson.com/authorchecklist

Enroll in my signature course: Write, Publish, Market Your Memoir Like a Pro - www.jasrawlinson.com/writingcourse

Work with me 1:1 in my program: Authors of Impact - www.jasrawlinson.com/bookcoaching
...more
49min
August 31, 2022What software program should non-fiction writers use? - Mini coaching with Jas Rawlinson
In today’s short episode, I answer a common question I get from aspiring non-fiction authors, which is this:
“Hey Jas, what software program should I use to write my book?”
Today, I’ll be talking about what tech, tools, and extensions I use to write my book (and arrange podcast interviews/business meetings), and why - honestly - I don’t encourage the use of most software programs.
This is a short and sweet episode, but I hope you find it helpful.
PS. Want to connect? Find me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/jas_rawlinson
PPS. PS. Are you an aspiring author of impact?
Do you know that you have a story within that could change lives, but you’re not sure where to start, or how to navigate the publishing process?
When you’re ready, here are 3 ways I can support you with your non-fiction book:
Download my free author checklist: 14 Steps to Becoming a Published Author - www.jasrawlinson.com/authorchecklist

Enroll in my signature course: Write, Publish, Market Your Memoir Like a Pro - www.jasrawlinson.com/writingcourse
Work with me 1:1 in my program: Authors of Impact - www.jasrawlinson.com/bookcoaching
...more
12min
August 24, 2022 Blair Kaplan Venables on writing with a brain injury & channeling pain into purpose
Today, Jas Rawlinson is joined by Blair Kaplan Venables, President of Blair Kaplan Communications and Founder of the I Am Resilient Project. An expert in social media marketing, Blair has taught social media and marketing courses at the British Columbia Institute for Technology and at various Chambers of Commerce, and has helped her customers grow their followers into the tens of thousands in a matter of weeks – not months. Blair has spoken on national stages, and featured in media outlets such as CBC Radio and CEOWORLD Magazine, and has even had her own billboard in Times Square!
In this episode, Jas and Blair discuss:
How Blair approached her first book as an act of experimentation to ‘teach herself the process’ of writing a best-seller (instead of focusing on becoming super successful straight away)
Her thoughts on ‘pay for play’ publicity vs ‘earned’ media opportunities
How Blair channelled pain into purpose, by turning her lived experiences with domestic violence, miscarriage, and the loss of her mother and father, into a message of hope for others.
The challenges of writing a book while dealing with a brain injury
The 3 year process of writing and publishing her latest book, The Global Resilience Project
Opportunities that have opened up as a direct result of becoming an author – including being featured on a billboard in the middle of Times Square
How to balance the art of self care, with perseverance and commitment
Learn more about Blair and her books at https://blairkaplan.ca/
PS. Are you an aspiring author of impact?
Do you know that you have a story within that could change lives, but you’re not sure where to start, or how to navigate the publishing process?
When you’re ready, here are 3 ways I can support you:
Download my free author checklist: 14 Steps to Becoming a Published Author - www.jasrawlinson.com/authorchecklist
Enroll in my signature course: Write, Publish, Market Your Memoir Like a Pro - www.jasrawlinson.com/writingcourse
Work with me 1:1 in my program: Authors of Impact - www.jasrawlinson.com/bookcoaching
...more
43min
August 17, 2022Should you tell your family you're writing a memoir? - Mini Coaching with Jas Rawlinson
Today, I’m bringing you a mini-coaching session about one of the biggest challenges that my clients often face, before we start working together: fear of speaking up.
In today’s episode, I’ll share with you:
The biggest fears that most writers often face when their book contains stories about ex-partners, family members, or high profile people

When I recommend NOT writing about your life story

How to work out if you’re not ready to share your story, or you’re just self-sabotaging because you’re about to step out of your comfort zone

The number one red flag that makes me say ‘no’ to potential memoir clients

How to decide whether to share with your family/partner/loved ones that you’re writing a book about your life story

How to care for yourself while writing about triggering/sensitive subjects
Let’s connect:
Find me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/jas_rawlinson
PS. Are you an aspiring author of impact?
Do you know that you have a story within that could change lives, but you’re not sure where to start, or how to navigate the publishing process?
When you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can support you with your non-fiction book:
Download my free author checklist: 14 Steps to Becoming a Published Author - www.jasrawlinson.com/authorchecklist

Sign up for my new book, The Stories We Carry at www.jasrawlinson.com/newbook

Enroll in my signature course: Write, Publish, Market Your Memoir Like a Pro - www.jasrawlinson.com/writingcourse

Work with me 1:1 in my program: Authors of Impact - www.jasrawlinson.com/bookcoaching
...more
19min
August 10, 2022CJ Scarlet: Meet the 'Badass Grandma' and Author on a mission to keep kids safe from harm
Today, Jas Rawlinson is joined by CJ Scarlet – also known as The Badass Grandma.
CJ Scarlet, aka the Badass Grandma, is a danger expert and the author of ‘Unfair Advantage! The Badass Parents’ Guide to Predator-Proofing Tweens & Teens,’ ‘Badass Parenting,’ and ‘Heroic Parenting’; a series of books that help parents empower their kids to protect and defend themselves from dangerous people.
CJ knows first-hand how violence can destroy lives. A survivor of childhood sexual abuse, CJ spent years dealing with the emotional aftermath of her experience. After taking her power back, she became an advocate for others who had been victimized, running a child advocacy center and serving as Director of Victims Issues for the North Carolina Attorney General’s Office. Over her 30 years as a victim advocate, CJ has helped thousands of survivors claim their power too.
In CJ’s own words: This Badass Grandma is on a mission! And she’s here to help parents predator-proof their kids...without scaring them to death!
(Content warning for discussions of child abuse and sexual exploitation.)

In today’s episode, CJ Scarlet & Jas Rawlinson discuss:
How CJ’s lived experience with childhood sexual exploitation, and almost being lured into a sex trafficking ring at age 19, propelled her into the world of advocacy, photojournalism, and becoming a child safety expert

The #1 myth that parents have about ‘stranger danger’ and child safety

CJ’s tips for first-time authors, and how to establish yourself as a global authority by writing a ‘shook’ (a short book)

Her thoughts on working with an assisted publishing house vs self-publishing on Amazon

And the incredible opportunities her books have opened up for her

Connect with CJ at:
W: www.cjscarlet.com
E: [email protected]
IG: www.instagram.com/cj.scarlet
FB: www.facebook.com/cjscarlet

PS. Are you an aspiring author of impact?
Do you know that you have a story within that could change lives, but you’re not sure where to start, or how to navigate the publishing process?
When you’re ready, here are 3 ways I can support you with your non-fiction book:
Download my free author checklist: 14 Steps to Becoming a Published Author - www.jasrawlinson.com/authorchecklist

Enroll in my signature course: Write, Publish, Market Your Memoir Like a Pro - www.jasrawlinson.com/writingcourse
Work with me 1:1 in my program: Authors of Impact - www.jasrawlinson.com/bookcoaching
...more
46min
July 28, 2022 Why the world needs *your* story (hello and welcome to Authors of Impact!)
Hi there changemaker,
Welcome to the very first episode of Authors of Impact!
I wanted to make this episode to introduce you to myself and my work, the inspiration behind the creation of 'Authors of Impact', and why I believe that the world needs more everyday voices like yours.
I also talk about my advocacy around issues such as human trafficking and domestic violence, and why creative nonfiction books are the best way to create true impact in the world.
I can't wait to share more episodes with you very soon, but in the meantime, I look forward to getting to know you more.
If you're an aspiring author of impact and you're looking for more tips, head to www.jasrawlinson.com/authorchecklist to download a free copy of my guide: '14 Steps to Becoming a Published Author'.

With love,
Jas Rawlinson
www.jasrawlinson.com
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17min
July 17, 2022 Welcome to Authors of Impact!
Hi there changemaker,
I'm so excited to introduce my new podcast, Authors of Impact!
Each week you'll hear from either myself or a guest author, as we delve into all things writing and publishing, and what it takes to truly write an impactful memoir or non-fiction book.
Make sure you subscribe to stay up to date with new episodes.

With love,
Jas Rawlinson
Award-nominated book coach and ghostwriter for female changemakers.
www.jasrawlinson.com
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2min

FAQs about Authors of Impact:

How many episodes does Authors of Impact have?

The podcast currently has 38 episodes available.