Do writers ever get to the point where they don’t have to worry about money? Probably not. Most of us must have a budget. Today Kathi talks with financial coach Cassie Rajewich about how to launch a writing career on a budget.

Here are her three key points: 

1. Have a side hustle. 
2. Have a system.
3. Have a team. 

Want to go more in depth on those three points? Check out the download here that Cassie wrote just for Writing at the Red House listeners!

Finding the right budget is life-changing. So, Cassie will be back later in June to help us create our own budget. Sign up here to be notified when future episodes are released.

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Do you have a concept or an idea for a book but no idea how to begin your outline? Kathi Lipp is back with her editor, Kathleen Kerr, to discuss the key elements of outlining and how to write your own.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How they outlined Kathi’s current book. • The steps you can take to outline a trade book. • What to do if you get stuck with your outline.

Listen in and learn everything you need to know to build an outline, find your direction, and uncover your story.

If this podcast serves you, would you do us a favor and submit a rating in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen? That helps other aspiring writers find us. Thanks!

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Grab your favorite blanket and a sweet treat and settle in with Kathi and her editor Kathleen Kerr as they talk all things outlining! Whether you have thousands of words written or are still in the brainstorming stage, an outline is just what you need to write faster and with more clarity.

Not convinced yet? Listen in and learn:

• How to make sense of all your key ideas. • The importance of setting “mile-markers” for the journey. • Figuring out “check-off-able” writing goals.

Next week Kathi and Kathleen will return with even more nuts-and-bolts explanations of how to write the outline for your book. Be sure to sign up here to be notified when the next episode is available.

If this podcast serves you, would you do us a favor and submit a rating in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen? That helps other aspiring writers find us. Thanks!

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While creatives used to try and get featured on blogs, the rise of podcasts has led creatives to begin pitching themselves as podcast guests. Since podcasts are still a new endeavor for so many people, Kathi Lipp is joined by her podcast producer, Tiffany Jo Baker, to unpack all the confusing details about how – and where – to pitch yourself as a podcast guest.

Tune into this episode and learn:

• Where to find podcasts that you might be a good fit for. • Things to keep in mind when pitching to podcasts. • How to keep everything organized when it comes to pitching.

Listen in and learn what you need to know to begin pitching yourself to podcasts and reaching new audiences.

Inside Scoop: Get Tiffany’s Podcast Pitch Checklist for free by entering the code “Free” at checkout, and go sign up for the Writing Tip Newsletter at Writing at the Red House to get Kathi’s 7 Day Platform Plan for free.

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Do you want to be a guest on a podcast, but you aren’t sure how to go about pitching yourself and your message? Kathi Lipp’s very own podcast producer, Tiffany Jo Baker, is joining the conversation today to help you prepare a solid podcast pitch you can use in the future. 

Listen in and learn:

• What are some of the no-no’s to avoid.
• What to include at the beginning, middle, and end.
• How to think through ways to serve the podcast audience.

Most importantly, plan to join Kathi in her free Facebook group LIVE on May 18 at 10:30 AM Pacific. For this month’s challenge, Kathi and Tiffany will help you create a podcast pitch in just 15 minutes. During that LIVE, Kathi also promises to reveal the #1 thing that she notices in a podcast pitch! In the group you will also have access to a free download guiding you through the Podcast Pitch Sandwich Method which Tiffany recommends.

If you aren’t already a member, click here to join the Writing at the Red House with Kathi Lipp Facebook group and keep an eye out for both the livestream and download on May 18.

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