GoalChat

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Judy Baker of Buzzworthy Books, Life and Business Resiliency Expert Nikki Green, and Kathleen Kaiser, co-host of Talking Book Publishing, about The Writer Life.

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about what’s working on Substack with Jim Fuhs (Fuhsion Marketing), writer/filmmaker Alexandra Hidalgo, and Bob Woods (CMO, Social Sales Link). They share why they love Substack, as well as what creators can do to step up their Substack game and set themselves up for success. Jim, Alexandra, and Bob also discuss the differences between building community on Substack and LinkedIn, the role consistency and frequency play in growing your audience, how it relates to "blog mentality," and more. Goals - Bob: Step up whatever you are doing a little bit, and see if it's sustainable - Alexandra: Draft a short email with bullet points about why people should subscribe. What it means to you and what it will do for them. Send to 50-100 non-subscribers - Jim: Turn on the camera, record a video, and see how you can repurpose it Final Thoughts - Alexandra: It's a gift to be able to create content and connect with others. Approach it that way. - Bob: You have value. Share it! - Jim: This is a way to leave a legacy ... in multiple formats Follow Jim Fuhs: http://jimfuhs.substack.com/ Alexandra Hidalgo: https://alexandrahidalgo.substack.com/ Bob Woods: https://imbobwoods.substack.com/ Debra Eckerling: https://BookProposals.Substack.com https://TheDEBMethod.com/blog

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Habits with Katelyn Carey, RN; Lynda Monk; and Beth Ricanati, MD. Katelyn is a nurse educator and trauma communication specialist, Lynda is also a Books That Saves Lives author and founder of the International Association for Journal Writing, and Beth is the author of Braided and The Braided Prescription. They discuss intentional versus accidental habits, as well as how to create, change, and remove barriers. The panel shares their specialties - combating stress (Katelyn), journaling (Lynda), and baking challah (Beth) - along with some of their favorite habits. What are Habits? - Katelyn: Patterns that can be conscious or unconscious that we do on a repeated basis - Lynda: The things you do for yourself on a regular basis - Beth: Entrenched behaviors; whatever the habit or practice, we have the power to change/modify it and grow Goals - Katelyn: Put a habit or habits on the calendar - Lynda: Find a community or habit buddy - Beth: Say your intention out loud; it can be for a goal, habit, or intention Final Thoughts - Lynda: What we focus on, grows. Have good, compassionate self-talk when making change - Beth: Remember that small acts/habits can have a big impact on our well-being - Katelyn: Unconscious unplanned habits typically come from coping habits; the best habits are the ones that bring us happiness Learn More About Katelyn Carey: https://KatelynCarey.com Lynda Monk: https://LyndaMonk.com Beth Ricanati: https://BethRicanatiMD.com Debra Eckerling: https://TheBookProposalExpert.com https://TheDEBMethod.com/Blog

On this week’s GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Writing and Productivity with author/publishing expert Judith Briles (The Book Shepherd), productivity expert Christine Carron (Goodjelly), and Danielle Weil, who specializes in creativity and copywriting. The panel explores what it really takes to get the words on the page, including getting past the pressure to always be productive, finding your own rhythm, and figuring out what you need to do to get unstuck. Judith, Christine, and Danielle share anecdotes, recommendations, and more. Define Productivity - Christine: Old school is more, faster; new school is your best work done as fast as possible - Judith: The perfection factor is what stops productivity - Danielle: What words will actually move the needle; pint your best efforts toward the things that will make the biggest difference Goals - Judith: If you never say, your yeses are worthless. Don't do well what you have no business doing - choose 3 things that are important for you to do! - Christine: Every time you sit down to work, ask yourself how to make it easier for you. Do something for 10 minutes and celebrate the progress - Danielle: Embrace your constraints; figure out how to use your constraints to your advantage - Deb: Get rid of a project that is not serving you Final Thoughts - Christine: Give yourself grace and give yourself credit for all the things - Judith: Take credit for the work you've done - getting up the morning is a big thing - Danielle: Enjoy the process Learn more about Judith Briles: https://www.judithbrilesbooks.com/ Christine Carron: https://www.goodjelly.com/ Danielle Weil: https://https://dwcopy.com/ Debra Eckerling: https://TheBookProposalExpert.com https://TheDEBMethod.com/blog

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling speaks with freedom mentor Jackie Cote; MJ Fievre, author of the Badass Black Girl series; and mind methodologist Leslie Marsh about Imposter Syndrome, and its connection to confidence, self-doubt, and reaching your goals. The panel talks about where Imposter Syndrome comes from, how it shows up, and what you can do when those "voices" get in the way. What is Imposter Syndrome - Leslie: The voice that says you are not capable of doing something - MJ: It's the part of yourself that says you have not earned your place at the table; it's a voice, a guide - Jackie: A protective mechanism that reflects the stories and things we think about ourselves that tries to keep you from failing, getting hurt Goals - MJ: Ask yourself what is one skill that you would benefit from learning; educate yourself - Leslie: Start looking at your beliefs; look at the lie within them and prove yourself wrong - Jackie: Allow yourself to feel your feels, be aware of where it is coming from, acknowledge it and put it in the back of the bus - you are the driver Final Thoughts - Leslie: Give yourself space to be you - take it all up - Jackie: It's never too late to start; there's so much you can still accomplish - awaken your inner you - MJ: Be the main character and the architect of your story Learn More About Jackie Cote: https://destinymakers.net/links MJ Fievre: https://badassblackgirlsbooks.com Leslie Marsh: https://youtube.com/in/@therapistsinconversation Debra Eckerling: https://TheBookProposalExpert.com https://TheDEBMethod.com/Blog