The Art & Business of Writing Podcast with Nicolas Cole

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Why write a book when you can earn 100x more with the same content? In this video, I break down the AI writing trend no one is talking about—how nonfiction writers can repurpose their work into high-value long-form AI prompts and digital tools. I explore why books have always been training prompts for human beings, how AI can now deliver those same insights more reliably, and why this shift opens up exponentially more lucrative monetization models. If you're a nonfiction writer, author, or content creator, this is the biggest opportunity you're missing—and it’s hiding in plain sight. Let’s talk about how to turn your knowledge into scalable income in the age of AI.

(00:00) Intro

(02:37) Why Books Have Always Been Training Prompts

(08:43) The Valuable Skill Non-Fiction Writers Aren’t Monetizing Effectively

(20:54) Why Non-Fiction Writers Will Write Less and Less Non-Fiction Books

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Proof AI Won't Ruin The Ghostwriting Industry: https://youtu.be/5XnhgYPloLU

8 Services To Make $10k/Mo As A Writer (FREE Masterclass): https://youtu.be/dqiQO7pLg94

New Secret Industry: What Is Social Media Ghostwriting?: https://youtu.be/WpK36bydVK0

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✍️ Want to start writing online? Download this free Ultimate Guide to get started: https://startwritingonline.com

🚢 Ready to build your daily writing habit and accelerate your trajectory as a Digital Writer? Join Ship 30 for 30: https://www.ship30for30.com

👻 Want me to be your ghostwriting mentor? Apply to join our Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://join.premiumghostwritingacademy.com/

🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com

Inside the AI Ghostwriter Hub Turning Prompts Into Publish-Ready Assets

In this episode, we go behind the scenes of the AI Ghostwriter Hub inside Premium Ghostwriting Academy. The focus: how to turn loose ideas and starter prompts into clear, valuable, and publish-ready content.

We walk through practical strategies for using AI as a drafting assistant—not a replacement—and cover how to refine output, adjust tone, and keep the writing aligned with your goals. If you're experimenting with AI in your writing process or helping clients scale content, this session will help you use the tools more effectively.

(00:00) Embracing AI in Writing 

(07:00) The Art of Writing Effective Prompts 

(12:28) Harnessing AI: Balancing Knowledge and Automation

(19:03) Crafting Effective AI Prompts for Engaging Comments

(26:28) Secrets to Writing Effective AI Prompts

(32:20) Mastering the Art of Writing Formats

(38:52) Effective AI Prompts for Ghostwriting 

(45:42) How to Buy Your First Single Family Rental Property in Illinois

(51:18) Unlocking Efficiency with AI Ghostwriting

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✍️ Want to start writing online? Download this free Ultimate Guide to get started: https://startwritingonline.com

🚢 Ready to build your daily writing habit and accelerate your trajectory as a Digital Writer? Join Ship 30 for 30: https://www.ship30for30.com

👻 Want me to be your ghostwriting mentor? Apply to join our Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://join.premiumghostwritingacademy.com/

🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com

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In this free masterclass, I walk you through 9 proven ways to make $1,000,000 as a writer in 2025. Whether you're already making money from your writing or just starting out, I break down the nine career paths available to writers today—including ghostwriting, digital products, newsletters, SaaS, and more. After generating millions of dollars across multiple writing-based business models, I’m sharing exactly what I wish someone had told me when I started. You’ll learn which paths to pursue first, which to avoid early on, and how to turn your writing into a real income stream. This is not fluff—just actionable advice, real examples, and a clear roadmap for monetizing your writing skills online.

(00:00:00) Exploring Writer Career Paths: A Masterclass Introduction
(00:07:22) Diverse Business Models for Writers
(00:15:08) The Reality of a Literary Writer's Career Path
(00:23:28) Understanding the Genre Fiction Market

(00:31:34) Leveraging a Traffic Engine for Non-Fiction Success
(00:39:44) Monetizing Non-Fiction: Paid Newsletters vs. Books

(00:47:48) The Fast Path to Earning with Ghostwriting
(00:55:15) Differences Between Sales Copywriting and Ghostwriting
(01:03:22) Understanding the Digital Product Business Model

(01:11:16) Pros and Cons of Equity Deals in Writing
(01:19:17) Strategies for Starting in Ghostwriting

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8 Services To Make $10k/Mo As A Writer (FREE Masterclass): https://youtu.be/dqiQO7pLg94

How To Build A $10k/mo Newsletter Ghostwriting Business: https://youtu.be/7gm0J-aiNbw

No BS Writing Advice for 60 minutes straight: https://youtu.be/OSh1cDAlq-Y

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✍️ Want to start writing online? Download this free Ultimate Guide to get started: https://startwritingonline.com

🚢 Ready to build your daily writing habit and accelerate your trajectory as a Digital Writer? Join Ship 30 for 30: https://www.ship30for30.com

👻 Want me to be your ghostwriting mentor? Apply to join our Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://join.premiumghostwritingacademy.com/

🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com

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In this video, I share my ”Goal, Time, Money” Framework I've used for years to make high-stakes decisions and actually achieve my goals. Most people try to chase all three at once—more time, more money, and more progress on personal goals—but the truth is, each one comes at a cost. I break down why identifying your true priority is the only way to make real progress, how to become aware of the trade-offs, and how to avoid the trap of spinning your wheels. If you're tired of feeling stuck and want a practical mindset shift to outperform everyone around you, this framework will change the way you think about progress.

(00:00) Intro

(00:58) Cost Awareness

(05:58) Goal

(18:19) Time

(21:43) Money

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How To Make Your First $1 Online: https://youtu.be/L79VCIwv3aQ

This Daily Routine made me RICH ($20,000/mo Writing Online): https://youtu.be/nNUmWbjAXPc

How I Would Make My First $100,000/Yr As A Writer (Starting Over): https://youtu.be/8IMwkO0d6Dg

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✍️ Want to start writing online? Download this free Ultimate Guide to get started: https://startwritingonline.com

🚢 Ready to build your daily writing habit and accelerate your trajectory as a Digital Writer? Join Ship 30 for 30: https://www.ship30for30.com

👻 Want me to be your ghostwriting mentor? Apply to join our Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://join.premiumghostwritingacademy.com/

🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com

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I spent over $100,000 building my dream home office and production studio—and I’m giving you the full tour. I walk you through every detail of the space where I write, film, and create, including my favorite works from my rare book collection.

🔗 Other videos I think you'll enjoy:

No BS Writing Advice for 60 minutes straight.: https://youtu.be/OSh1cDAlq-Y

8 Services To Make $10k/Mo As A Writer (FREE Masterclass): https://youtu.be/dqiQO7pLg94

Why Ghostwriters Make More $$$ Than Freelance Writers: https://youtu.be/3JFHavYOqdc

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✍️ Want to start writing online? Download this free Ultimate Guide to get started: https://startwritingonline.com

🚢 Ready to build your daily writing habit and accelerate your trajectory as a Digital Writer? Join Ship 30 for 30: https://www.ship30for30.com

👻 Want me to be your ghostwriting mentor? Apply to join our Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://join.premiumghostwritingacademy.com/

🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com

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Newsletter Ghostwriting Masterclass (Notion Doc): https://vine-perch-730.notion.site/Newsletter-Ghostwriting-Masterclass-How-To-Land-5-000-Clients-By-Writing-Emails-1c301b956bb680849c76f2c59c644cd6?pvs=4

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Want to build a $5K-$10K/month ghostwriting business in 2025? In this masterclass, I break down why newsletter ghostwriting is the most lucrative niche right now, how to find high-paying clients, and how to package and price your offers—even if you're a beginner. I’ve generated over $5M in ghostwriting revenue, scaled a multi-million dollar agency, and mentored 12,000+ writers. If you want an actionable roadmap to turn your writing skills into a profitable business, this is for you. Start monetizing your writing today! 🚀

(01:37) Agenda
(02:47) Who Am I?
(05:15) “Email Is Dead!” Hardly.
(13:46) Why Newsletters Are The Most Lucrative Niche
(36:02) The Difference Between Project Services & Recurring Services
(43:58) How To Find Founders & Companies Who Need Newsletter Ghostwriters The Most
(52:18) How To Package & Price A Newsletter Offer As A Beginner
(1:05:01) Walkthrough of PGA

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How Ghostwriters Are Actually Landing Clients in 2025: https://youtu.be/advKimcU-uM

Substack Growth Mastery: Our $400k/Year Newsletter Strategy: https://youtu.be/j67SabtPjGA

Watch Me Write A 6-Figure Email Campaign ($650k in 10 days): https://youtu.be/_0DcUk4hBCI

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✍️ Want to start writing online? Download this free Ultimate Guide to get started: https://startwritingonline.com

🚢 Ready to build your daily writing habit and accelerate your trajectory as a Digital Writer? Join Ship 30 for 30: https://www.ship30for30.com

👻 Want me to be your ghostwriting mentor? Apply to join our Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://join.premiumghostwritingacademy.com/

🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com

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Most writers stay broke because they romanticize the craft instead of learning the business. In this no-fluff video, I break down why talented writers struggle financially, the real cost of inaction, why your niche isn’t the problem, and the brutal truths you need to accept to actually make money as a writer. If you're tired of struggling and ready to turn your writing into a profitable career, this video will give you the mindset shift and strategies you need. Stop making excuses—start writing smarter.

(00:00) Why you stay broke.

(06:25) The cost of inaction.

(14:37) Why you’re not an idiot…or a genius.

(23:23) Brutal truths you need to hear.

(24:40) You Have To Work Twice As Hard As Everyone Else

(30:24) You Need To Become A World Class Marketer

(36:44) Making Money Exclusively As An Author Is Unnecessarily Hard 40:59 You Can’t Measure Success Over Days, You Have To Measure It Over Decades

(46:36) Writing Is A Lottery, So Optimize For Volume

(48:36) Reading Does Not Make You A Better Writer, Writing Makes You A Better Writer

(52:22) There Is No Such Thing As Good Or Bad Writing, Only Effective Or Ineffective Writing 55:00 If You Aren’t Achieving Your Goals As A Writer, It Is Your Fault

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8 Services To Make $10k/Mo As A Writer (FREE Masterclass): https://youtu.be/dqiQO7pLg94

10 Reasons You Aren’t Writing Online (And How To Fix Them): https://youtu.be/QeE_vPNatUQ

5 Reasons Why You Should Start Writing Online: https://youtu.be/eRs50KrGAmA

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✍️ Want to start writing online? Download this free Ultimate Guide to get started: https://startwritingonline.com

🚢 Ready to build your daily writing habit and accelerate your trajectory as a Digital Writer? Join Ship 30 for 30: https://www.ship30for30.com

👻 Want me to be your ghostwriting mentor? Apply to join our Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://join.premiumghostwritingacademy.com/

🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com

👻 Ready to start ghostwriting? Click here for a FREE 5-day EEC: https://premiumghostwritingblueprint.com/?el=LandingClientsPD&htrafficsource=podcast_organic

Ghostwriting is booming in 2025, and I'm breaking down exactly how ghostwriters are landing high-paying clients—even in the most unexpected niches. Whether you're writing for tech startups, equestrian brands, or poker coaches, the key is offering the right services: social media ghostwriting, educational email courses, and weekly newsletters. In this video, I’ll show you what successful ghostwriters are selling, how much they're charging ($5K+ per client), and the exact strategies they’re using to find clients on platforms like LinkedIn and X. If you want to turn ghostwriting into a profitable business, this is your roadmap.

(00:00) Intro

(01:00) Who needs a ghostwriter?

(02:57) Ghostwriter #1: Lorenzo

(03:53) Ghostwriter #2: Khalid

(04:48) Ghostwriter #3: Kelsey

(05:17) Ghostwriter #4: Matthew

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8 Services To Make $10k/Mo As A Writer (FREE Masterclass): https://youtu.be/dqiQO7pLg94

How to Land Your First Ghostwriting Client in 2025: https://youtu.be/nkY1x5b76qo

The Hardest Questions Clients Ask & How To Respond To Them: https://youtu.be/8fq1abfbRGg
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✍️ Want to start writing online? Download this free Ultimate Guide to get started: https://startwritingonline.com

🚢 Ready to build your daily writing habit and accelerate your trajectory as a Digital Writer? Join Ship 30 for 30: https://www.ship30for30.com

👻 Want me to be your ghostwriting mentor? Apply to join our Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://join.premiumghostwritingacademy.com/

🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com

👻 Ready to start ghostwriting? Click here for a FREE 5-day EEC: https://premiumghostwritingblueprint.com/?el=SMGhostwritingQ&APD&htrafficsource=podcast_organic

In this Q&A, I answer five of the most common questions I get about social media ghostwriting—covering everything from conducting content calls to finding clients. In this video, I break down key frameworks like my Social Ghostwriting Content Generator and the 1-1-1 Framework to help you to land clients in your exact niche and never run out of content ideas. Everything I cover is drawn from my own journey of scaling a ghostwriting agency to 7-figures. If you want to master social media ghostwriting and start making money online as a writer, this is for you.

(00:00) Intro

(00:46) Q1: How do I conduct content calls and ask diverse questions?

(04:22) Q2: When should you ghostwrite only the 1-1-1 Framework?

(12:26) Q3: How do you find the right customers for your free offer?

(13:21) Q4: How to turn a small client result into a bigger clientele network?

(15:36) Q5: What's the biggest mistake beginner ghostwriters make when starting out?

🔗 Other videos I think you'll enjoy:

Free Ghostwriting Masterclass (from $0 to $10k/mo): https://youtu.be/1wFHDOWr2os

New Secret Industry: What Is Social Media Ghostwriting?: https://youtu.be/WpK36bydVK0

8 Services To Make $10k/Mo As A Writer (FREE Masterclass): https://youtu.be/dqiQO7pLg94

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✍️ Want to start writing online? Download this free Ultimate Guide to get started: https://startwritingonline.com

🚢 Ready to build your daily writing habit and accelerate your trajectory as a Digital Writer? Join Ship 30 for 30: https://www.ship30for30.com

👻 Want me to be your ghostwriting mentor? Apply to join our Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://join.premiumghostwritingacademy.com/

🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com

Why Keeping Your Offer Simple Leads to Better Results

This episode is a clip from our Premium Ghostwriting Academy Hot Seat live session, where we talk about how simplifying your offer and writing process can help you work more efficiently. Many writers spend too much time making small adjustments instead of focusing on what moves the project forward.

We’ll cover how to break down complex ideas, create a clear structure before you start writing, and make decisions upfront to speed up execution. If you want to write more efficiently and remove unnecessary steps from your process, this episode will give you a clear approach to follow.

(0:00) – Introduction and overview of simplifying your offer
(2:15) – Why complexity slows down execution
(5:42) – How to identify what matters most in your offer
(9:18) – The role of structure in speeding up writing
(12:56) – Why early decisions reduce overthinking
(16:30) – Common mistakes that add unnecessary steps
(19:45) – How to streamline without losing value

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✍️ Want to start writing online? Download this free Ultimate Guide to get started: https://startwritingonline.com

🚢 Ready to build your daily writing habit and accelerate your trajectory as a Digital Writer? Join Ship 30 for 30: https://www.ship30for30.com

👻 Want me to be your ghostwriting mentor? Apply to join our Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://join.premiumghostwritingacademy.com/

🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com