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The Christian Publishing Show is a podcast to help Christian authors change the world. We talk about how to improve in the craft of writing, how to get published, and how to market effectively. Get expert advice from industry insiders. Hosted by Thomas Umstattd Jr.
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Called for Business | How to Write a Book, Author, Self-Publishing, Christian Books, Biblical Encouragement
Donna Sherrie - Book Writing Coach, Author, Certified Kingdom Coach
Ready to write your first book and make an impact? Do you feel overwhelmed with how to start, be organized, and the writing process itself? Are you needing encouragement to share your God story without feeling terrified? I’m so excited that you’re here on Called for Business! This podcast will help you organize your thoughts, simplify the writing process and make writing your book a priority in your busy schedule so you can make a kingdom impact. Hey, I’m Donna Sherrie, a wife, FAITH walker, ...
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Hey Sis! Are you ready to write your first book but feel stuck before you even start? Let me tell you something—it doesn’t have to be that way! Today, I’m sharing the secret to making the writing process smoother, less stressful, and more productive. We’ll talk about how having a clear roadmap can help you clarify your purpose, stay organized, and …
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Hey Sis! Have you been dreaming of writing a book but feel like the finish line is always out of reach? Good news—you can write and finish your first book! In today’s episode, I’m sharing one powerful strategy to get you moving toward your book-writing goals. We’ll break down a simple book planning worksheet to help you clarify your topic, identify…
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Hey Sis! Ever dreamed of seeing your name on the cover of a book? Are you ready to share your God story with the world? Today I’m sharing 4 Big Benefits of self-publishing that every aspiring author needs to know. Stay tuned if you’re ready to step into authorship on your own terms and find out how self-publishing might be the BEST path for you! Be…
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Hey Sis! Let’s continue the conversation with Rita Carter from Episode 57! In the second part of this insightful conversation, Rita delves deeper into the topic of surrendering to God's plan and overcoming the grip of fear. She shares her own experiences with needing to let go of control and trust in God's guidance, even when it involves discomfort…
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Hey Sis! Are you struggling to build healthy, meaningful relationships in your personal or professional life? I’m super excited to share today’s conversation with Rita Carter, a Certified Coach, Author, Speaker, and Founder & CEO of Breakthrough LLC. **** Rita is passionate about guiding women to break through what’s holding them back, unlock their…
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I'm excited to announce that tickets are now for sale for the 2025 Novel Marketing Conference. The conference will be held in Austin, Texas, on January 17th and 18th. This event is not a typical writer's conference where you learn how to write and publish a book. Our conference is focused on book marketing, and our goal is to help you make 2025 the…
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Hey Sis! Are you ready to take your coaching to the next level and align it with your faith? Have you ever wondered how becoming a Certified Kingdom Coach could transform not only your clients’ lives but also your own? In this episode, I’m sharing 5 Benefits of Becoming a Certified Kingdom Coach and why the time is now. Be Encouraged, DS *** BECOME…
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Hey Sis! Are you feeling isolated while building your business? Have you been searching for a community of like-minded women who truly get you? What if the key to your success isn't found in working harder but in surrounding yourself with the right people? In this episode, I’ll share my experience at the Becoming Retreat and how it taught me the va…
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Hey Sis! Ever feel overwhelmed by the cost of starting a coaching business? Or you just don’t know what tools you actually need? I know it can seem like alot, but let me assure you that if you keep it simple, you can keep your overhead cost on the low-low side when getting your coaching business up and running. When I first started my coaching busi…
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Hey Sis! It’s my BIRTHDAY! I’m 39 years young today and I figured we’d do something a little different in celebration. I came up with 39 Things I’m Grateful for and I’m sharing them all with you. Be sure to pull out a notebook and pen to write 📝 down at least 3-10 things your grateful for in your life. I pray this bless you! Be Encouraged, DS Next …
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You've likely heard the advice that writers should show instead of tell. Sometimes, it's good advice and can make your scenes better and your story more compelling. But it can also be terrible advice that will make your book unbelievably long and hard to get through. If you show every single thing in the room or on the journey where your story take…
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Hey Sis! Have you ever felt compelled to start a coaching business, but it seemed too overwhelming? I know the feeling. In today's episode I'm sharing why I decided to change the podcast name from ARISE: Living your Life with Purpose and Confidence to now Called for Business. Many of us have a yearning to start a kingdom business, but are filled wi…
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Welcome to Called for Business! The Podcast for Aspiring Coaches and Entrepreneurs Who Want to Start a Kingdom Business
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Ready to build your kingdom business and make an impact? Are you overwhelmed with too many ideas, passions, and thoughts about your business? Do you find yourself supporting other people’s dreams but neglecting your own? Or do you want to share your God story without feeling terrified or insecure? There’s a way for you to cut through the noise and …
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Stories communicate truth in ways that facts and statistics cannot. They touch places in our souls that sermons cannot reach. When you open your Bible, the very first thing you find is not the Ten Commandments but a story. Even biblical instruction is often couched in a story because a story is a powerful tool for communicating truth. God knows tha…
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51 | How to Overcome and Change Old, Broken Belief Systems Held in Your Subconscious Mind with Iva Bontrager REWIND
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In this rewind episode, I sat down with Iva Bontrager for a dive deep into the mighty realm of the subconscious mind and explore how it shapes our beliefs and behaviors. Iva Bontrager is a certified Christian Life and Business Coach who helps ambitious, faith-filled women master their mindset to build thriving, profitable businesses. As a certified…
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Discover what makes a romance novel appeal to a Christian readership and how you can write Christian romance books your readers will love. Support the show
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Hey, Hey, Hey Overcomers, I’m super excited to share that we’ve made it to 50 episodes! God is good! Altogether, it’s been an incredible podcasting journey filled with highs, lows, and all the in-betweens. But every week gets better and better, and I’m so grateful to be on this journey. If I had never given God my YES, I wouldn’t have come this far…
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This week, I sat down with Coach Jennifer Shook, a Christian Life Coach. Jennifer’s life was turned upside down when her husband, who had been sober for 18 years, relapsed into addiction. This crisis led her through a journey of profound pain and self-discovery, where she encountered God’s presence in new and powerful ways. Through surrendering con…
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Have you ever found yourself getting in your own way of achieving a goal or a job promotion, or shrinking back to old habits when everything seemed to be going well? This feeling of self-sabotage, as it's called, is surprisingly common. Self-sabotage is any behavior or thought pattern that undermines our own success and well-being. It can manifest …
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This week is a rewind episode with Dr. DeAnna Murphy, a Professional. Counselor, a Clinical Addictions Specialist, a National Board Certified Counselor, a Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and an EMDR-certified Trauma Therapist. In this episode, Dr. Murphy explains: How to cope with a mental health diagnosis the Fight, Flight, and Free…
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Some authors just want to get their book "out there." They don't plan on writing additional books or becoming professionals. But others want to make writing a career and maybe pay the bills with income earned from their writing. If you want to have a career as a professional writer, you have to do at least two things. First, you must become an amaz…
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This week I sat down with Coach Stephanie Kelsey from Consumed Coaching who shares personal experiences where God has used her in unexpected ways, stressing the importance of building strong relationships and leadership foundations. She delves into the journey of developing and growing in leadership, highlighting the need to break free from stagnat…
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Have you ever struggled to find your purpose and confidence in life? I know I have. But over the years, I’ve learned valuable lessons, insights, and strategies from the Lord that helped me to gain clarity and confidence to pursue my God-given purpose despite life challenges and setbacks. In this episode, I share: The importance of knowing and under…
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Do you find yourself trapped in a cycle of negative self-talk? Do you find yourself constantly thinking things never work out for you, or anticipating disappointment and rejection? You’re not alone, and it’s time to break free from negative self-talk. In this episode, you’ll learn five ways on how to overcome and escape the cyclical trap of negativ…
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If you've ever transcribed a conversation between two people, you know the resulting text is a bunch of incomprehensible, run-on sentences and fragments. Natural conversation does not translate well onto the written page. When we write novels, we need to realize that good, written dialogue does not imitate the way real people talk. We also don't wa…
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This week, I sat down with Elite Coach & COO/Co-Founder Reagan, who is the founder of Consumed Coaching. Reagan is a powerhouse in the realm of Christian coaching. She began her journey in the industry at the tender age of 25 when she co-founded Consumed Coaching. By 27, she ascended to the role of COO, setting the strategic direction for what is n…
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Writing Conflict: How to Keep Your Protagonist on Their Toes
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Most humans try to avoid conflict as much as possible, but novelists love conflict. Without conflict, a novelist has no story. Conflict keeps your novel moving forward and your readers turning pages. As Vladimir Nabokov once said, "The writer's job is to get the main character up a tree, and then once they are up there, throw rocks at them." But ho…
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You’re probably tired of hearing that you need a large platform to be a successful author. Some industry professionals believe having a large platform is equivalent to having a large social media following. If you’ve been listening to the Christian Publishing Show or Novel Marketing, you know that having a social media following doesn’t necessarily…
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When authors attend writers conferences, they often have big expectations but make common mistakes that squash their goals and diminish the return on their investment in the conference. In this episode, you’ll learn 11 common mistakes authors often make and how to avoid them How to avoid missing opportunities The right time to attend your first con…
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