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A podcast to help you write more, worry less, and share your work with the world. Hosted by writer Amber Petty (New York Times, Greatist, Bustle, Snooki's blog - jealous?), this show comes in three parts: Mondays: 5-Minute Writing Exercise (you'll be shocked how much you can do in 5 minutes) Wednesdays: Reframe & Relax ("meditations" to help you chill out your inner critic and take writing a little less seriously) Fridays: Find Out (answers to listener questions, writing advice from years of experience, and ways to actively put your work out there) Whether you're a freelance writer, a copywriter who wants to do more than figure out new ways to say "Buy Now", or a person who's always wanted to write but never gave it a shot, this show is for you! Each week, you'll write a little, gain a little confidence, and add new tools to your writing tool belt. A writing tool belt is probably just a pen and a backup charger for your laptop, but you know I mean.
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- Jun 19, 20237 min
5-Minute Writing Exercise: A Big No
Today's 5-Minute Writing Exercise - Your Biggest No. Whether you that makes you think of a time you said no in a big way, a no that was a major decision, or even if you're just a huge Dr. No fan, keep the pen moving for 5 minutes on this prompt. Want to find out about open writing jobs and get even more freelance advice? Sign up for Amber’s free newsletter at Amberpetty.com/signup Did you do the exercise? Take a screenshot or photo of your writing and tag me @ambernpetty on Instagram! Or email me at Amber@Amberpetty.com Cover Art by Jené Hernandez of Mixology Marketing
- Jun 12, 20236 min
5-Minute Exercise: Bustin' Out All Over
The prompt for today's writing exercise: Bustin' Out All Over. Whatever that makes you think of, whether it's Rodgers & Hammerstein or something a little saucier, just keep the pen moving for 5 minutes. Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Amber@Amberpetty.com Want to find places to pitch the ideas that are bustin' out all over? Get my free guide to 250+ Places That Pay Writers. Go to www.amberpetty.com/250 - it's free! Cover art by Jené Hernandez of Mixology Marketing
- May 22, 20238 min
5-Minute Writing Exercise: Pep Rallies
Today's 5-Minute Exercise prompt: Pep Rallies. Whatever that makes you think of, just keep the pen moving for 5 minutes. Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Amber@Amberpetty.com Want to find out about open writing jobs and get even more freelance advice? Sign up for Amber’s free newsletter at Amberpetty.com/signup Did you do the exercise? Take a screenshot or photo of your writing and tag me @ambernpetty on Instagram! Cover Art by Jené Hernandez of Mixology Marketing
- May 19, 202310 min
Ways to Promote Your Work Without Feeling Gross About It
No writer likes promoting their work. Okay, I'm sure some writer likes promoting their work, but they're an anomaly and perhaps their brain should be studied for science. But for everyone else, promotion and marketing isn't the easiest thing, but it's a necessity. In this podcast, I talk about a few ways to promote yourself that don't make you feel like a huge, annoying jerk. Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Amber@Amberpetty.com Want to find out about open writing jobs and get even more freelance advice? Sign up for Amber’s free newsletter at Amberpetty.com/signup Cover Art by Jené Hernandez of Mixology Marketing
- May 15, 20236 min
5-Minute Writing Exercise: A Tulip in Lonely a Field
Today's 5-Minute Exercise prompt is: a tulip in a lonely field. Whatever that makes you think of, just keep the pen moving for 5 minutes. Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Amber@Amberpetty.com Want to find out about open writing jobs and get even more freelance advice? Sign up for Amber’s free newsletter at Amberpetty.com/signup Did you do the exercise? Take a screenshot or photo of your writing and tag me @ambernpetty on Instagram! Cover Art by Jené Hernandez of Mixology Marketing
- May 13, 20239 min
No, You Don't Need to be on Twitter
Though Twitter is dying a slow death, it's still an active place for editors and lots of writers. Does that mean you need to get on board the Twitter train? No. In this episode, I talk about why you don't need Twitter or really ANY social media as a freelance writer. Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Amber@Amberpetty.com Want to find out about open writing jobs and get even more freelance advice? Sign up for Amber’s free newsletter at Amberpetty.com/signup Cover Art by Jené Hernandez of Mixology Marketing
- May 1, 20238 min
5-Minute Writing Exercise: Too Much Birthday
Today's writing prompt is: too much birthday. If you want more time and accountability for pitching - join my Monthly Pitching Sprint! It's practically guaranteed time to write and the closest thing you'll get to me pitching for you. The next Pitching Sprint starts Tuesday May 2nd. Get more info and sign up at: https://www.amberpetty.com/pitchingsprint Did you do the exercise? Let me know at Amber@AmberPetty.com
- Apr 28, 202316 min
3 Easy Ways to Come Up With Ideas For Pitches
"What should I write about?" is a hard enough question. But when it comes to "what should I write about that someone will pay me for?" the question gets even trickier. To get through those tricky moments, I give you 3 ways to think of perfectly pitchable story ideas. And, if you want more time and accountability for pitching - join my Monthly Pitching Sprint! It's practically guaranteed time to write and the closest thing you'll get to me pitching for you. The next Pitching Sprint starts Tuesday May 2nd. Get more info and sign up at: https://www.amberpetty.com/pitchingsprint If you have any questions, email me at Amber@AmberPetty.com
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About Don't Wait to Write - Your Pocket Writing Coach
A podcast to help you write more, worry less, and share your work with the world. Hosted by writer Amber Petty (New York Times, Greatist, Bustle, Snooki's blog - jealous?), this show comes in three parts: Mondays: 5-Minute Writing Exercise (you'll be shocked how much you can do in 5 minutes) Wednesdays: Reframe & Relax ("meditations" to help you chill out your inner critic and take writing a little less seriously) Fridays: Find Out (answers to listener questions, writing advice from years of experience, and ways to actively put your work out there) Whether you're a freelance writer, a copywriter who wants to do more than figure out new ways to say "Buy Now", or a person who's always wanted to write but never gave it a shot, this show is for you! Each week, you'll write a little, gain a little confidence, and add new tools to your writing tool belt. A writing tool belt is probably just a pen and a backup charger for your laptop, but you know I mean.
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