The Art & Business of Writing Podcast with Nicolas Cole

How to Become a LinkedIn Ghostwriter

LinkedIn ghostwriting is one of the best ways to build a profitable writing career, but most people overcomplicate it. In this episode, we walk through five simple steps to get started—how to position yourself, attract the right clients, and land consistent work. Whether you're just starting or looking to grow, this episode gives you a clear plan to follow.

(00:00) Introduction to LinkedIn Ghostwriting

(04:00) Be Your Own Case Study

(08:00) Building Your Network

(12:00) Pitching in Public

(14:50) The Importance of Follow-Up

Ghostwriting Jobs For Beginners

Getting started in ghostwriting doesn’t mean writing books. In this episode, we break down the best ghostwriting jobs for beginners—educational email courses, newsletters, and social media content. These services are in demand, easier to deliver, and help businesses attract customers. Learn how to position yourself, find clients, and use AI to work smarter. If you’re new to ghostwriting or looking to grow your skills, this episode will show you a clear path forward.

(00:00) Introduction to Ghostwriting

(05:00) Creating Valuable Opt-Ins

(10:00) The Role of AI in Writing

(15:00) Social Media Ghostwriting Opportunities

👻 Become a Premium Ghostwriter: https://premiumghostwritingblueprint.com/?el=FastestWayPD&htrafficsource=podcast_organic

The Fastest Way to Make $3,755,972 as a Writer

Want to make $3,755,972 as a writer? I did it through ghostwriting before turning 30, and in this video, I break down how you can too. I start with 3 money-making reasons why ghostwriting is the fastest path to high income. Then, I share 5 critical upgrades you need to implement today to level up your writing business and start landing high-paying clients.

3 Money-Making Reasons for Ghostwriting

(00:39) 1. Differentiated Positioning

(02:26) 2. Direct Relationships With Decision Makers

(04:16) 3. Perceived Value

5 Upgrades To Make You More Money

(05:53) 1. Change your bio.

(09:26) 2. Be your own case study.

(12:13) 3. Master the art of Free Consulting.

(14:30) 4. Packaging.

(17:35) 5. Pricing.

🔗 Other videos I think you'll enjoy:

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

How to Achieve Financial Freedom as a Writer: https://youtu.be/Vlu_GrkLK_s

This Should Be Every Writer's Pricing Strategy: https://youtu.be/ychQVw-NBuc

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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

This episode is a clip from one of our PGA Hot Seat live sessions, focusing on how your offer influences the clients you bring in and the expectations they set. We cover why defining your offer clearly matters and how it can impact your work and relationships with clients. Whether you're adjusting your offer or building it from scratch, this conversation gives you practical things to think about.

Some brutally honest advice for writers.

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Hey there!

My name is Nicolas Cole, and I have been writing on the Internet since 2007. 

Today, I run a portfolio of writing businesses that does over $5,000,000 in annual revenue. My books, products, programs, and platforms are what I wish I'd had at the beginning of my writing career—back when I was 23 years old, had just graduated college with a degree in Fiction Writing, and had no idea how to make money as a writer. 

My goal with this YouTube channel is to pass along everything I've learned (and am still learning) about digital writing, ghostwriting, self-publishing, and becoming a multi-millionaire digital writer with you. 

So, if you want to know how to turn your passion for writing into a lucrative career, and you're looking for a digital writing mentor, maybe I can help. Everything I share on this channel is from hard-learned lessons in the trenches. I've made every mistake out there. Hopefully, you pick up a golden nugget or two that helps you on your journey. (And if I earn your trust, I hope to see you in one of our programs!)

"Nobody makes a living as a writer."

I hate that cliché—and I've proved it's not true.

Keep practicing your art. Keep learning about the business.

And most importantly, keep writing.

Cole

🔗 Other videos I think you'll enjoy:

What Is Premium Ghostwriting? (Free 5-Step Crash Course): https://youtu.be/4jmtULwbFO8?si=yMh1sXBhNzfTCLl1

5 Reasons Why You Should Start Writing Online: https://youtu.be/eRs50KrGAmA?si=b0YbAf8rZ4yt72-r

How I Would Make My First $100,000/Yr As A Writer (Starting Over): https://youtu.be/8IMwkO0d6Dg?si=pSr5I1NDvEU_Zh_g

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🚢 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://yt.premiumghostwritingbluepri...

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

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

This episode is an excerpt from our PGA Hot Seat live session. The topic? Packaging a $10k/month ghostwriting service. We talk about how to structure your offer, position it for the right clients, and make it a clear solution to their needs. Whether you’re just starting or looking to adjust your approach, this conversation offers practical steps you can use right away.

👻 Become a Premium Ghostwriter: https://premiumghostwritingblueprint.com/?el=EmailCampaignPD&htrafficsource=podcast_organic

Watch Me Write A 6-Figure Email Campaign ($650k in 10 days)

This email campaign generated $650k in 10 days. And in this episode, I'm going to show you how I did it. You'll get to see the entire process, from crafting subject lines to setting time constraints. Whether you're an entrepreneur launching your own product or a ghostwriter creating a campaign for a client, this video is your guide. You'll have the skills and confidence to write your own 6-figure email campaign and take your digital product to the next level in sales.

(00:00) Intro

(00:32) #1: How I Wrote Our Emails

(01:10) Label When To Send Each Email

(02:36) Theme Each Email

(05:06) #2: How I Prep The Page

(06:53) Writing Is A Non-Linear Flow

(10:50) Outline Before You Write

(13:47) #3: How I Come Up With Ideas

(16:01) #4: How I Frame The Value Of The Product

(16:30) Write In The Constraint Of Subheads

(19:06) Credibility

(22:26) Showing A Visual

(24:29) “Assembling The Quilt”

(26:37) Set Time Constraints For Yourself

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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

👻 Become a Premium Ghostwriter: https://premiumghostwritingblueprint.com/?el=5ToolsSelfPublishPD&htrafficsource=podcast_organic

Self-Publishing Fiction On Amazon (5 Tools to Success)

Tools mentioned:

1. https://k-lytics.com
2. https://truby.com
3. https://publisherrocket.com
4. https://reedsy.com/studio/write-a-book
5. https://ineedabookcover.com

In this episode, I share the 5 essential tools every aspiring fiction writer needs to succeed in self-publishing books on Amazon. From uncovering niche opportunities with K-Lytics to mastering storytelling with John Truby’s timeless resources, I break down how to use tools like Publisher Rocket for market insights, Reedsy for eBook formatting, and I Need A Book Cover for professional design. I also reveal the simple yet powerful strategy I’m using to build my one-person fiction empire: write, publish, reinvest, and repeat. Whether you’re new to fiction writing or looking to level up, this guide will equip you with actionable steps to thrive in the world of self-publishing easily and consistently. Subscribe to follow my journey and learn how to create your own success as a digital writer.

(00:00) Intro

(00:37) K-Lytics

(01:53) John Truby

(03:35) Publisher Rocket

(04:22) Reedsy

(05:10) INeedABookCover.com

(06:04) Success Strategy for Building Your One-Person Fiction Empire

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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

👻 Become a Premium Ghostwriter: https://yt.premiumghostwritingblueprint.com/?el=6FigureSelfPublishYT&htrafficsource=youtube_organic

Make 6-Figures Self-Publishing Books on Amazon

Learn how I made over $150,000 in royalties from self-publishing books on Amazon—with no paid ads, no viral TikTok mentions, and no big publisher. In this episode, I walk you through the entire process: from outlining and testing book ideas online, to publishing on Amazon, and using a simple evergreen marketing strategy that generates $3,000–$10,000 monthly. Discover the key steps, including writing in your niche, choosing the right editors (or going without), formatting tools, and creating a professional book cover. Whether you're a ghostwriter, online writer, or email newsletter creator, this is your roadmap to self-publishing success.

(00:00) Intro

(00:59) Part 1: Testing Ideas & Outlining Your Book

(03:04) Part 2: Editing

(04:46) Part 3: Publishing on Amazon

(05:04) Step 1: Buy an ISBN

(06:02) Step 2: Format the Interior of Your Book

(06:38) Step 3: Invest Into the Cover Design

(08:17) Step 4: Pre-Publishing Research

(09:04) Step 5: Create a KDP Account

(10:47) Part 4: My Evergreen Marketing Strategy

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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

👻 Become a Premium Ghostwriter: https://premiumghostwritingblueprint.com/?el=GeniusIdiotPD&htrafficsource=podcast_organic

Why Your Niche Isn’t The Problem (The Genius-Idiot Rollercoaster)

If you're struggling, thinking that your niche is too saturated or that competition is killing your client opportunities, this episode is for you. The problem isn’t anything your’e telling yourself. I walkthrough the “Genius-Idiot Rollercoaster” framework that so many of us entrepreneurs and creators seem to be chained to, riding on a never-ending loop. It's a cycle of self-doubt and overconfidence that most writers, freelancers, and business owners face when trying to grow their online presence and land clients. I break down why this game of emotional pingpong is inevitable—and share why quitting isn’t the answer, how to endure the up and down nature of business, and what soft skill you as a creator need to master. Whether you're building a ghostwriter, entrepreneur, or CEO, this insight will help you stay focused on what matters and remain level-headed through the highs and lows.

(00:00) Intro

(00:12) The Genius-Idiot Rollercoaster

(01:36) Riding Up High

(02:51) Riding Back Down

(03:28) Moral of the Story

(06:18) The Cycle is Inevitable 06:52 Manage the Highs, Coach the Lows

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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