Authors Who Lead - Learn to write a book from bestselling authors and leaders
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Authors Who Lead - Learn to write a book from bestselling authors and leaders
If you want to know how bestselling authors find the time to write their books, the methods they use to be productive and how they find their ideas you will love this podcast. Writing coach Azul Terronez shares interviews with clients such as Pat Flynn, of the Smart Passive Income, Jon Vroman, of th...
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Stop Agonizing Over Words: Focus on Your Unique Message | Azul Terronez
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Behind every aspiring author I meet is a burning question: “Does what I have to say really matter?” I want to shine a light on...
Why Authors Sometimes Hate Their Own Book, And What To Do Next
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I often feel we take communication for granted, assuming it’s just about relaying information. Yet, in my latest conversation, I sat...
From Ideas to Manuscript: How True Human Evolved Through Writing and Honesty | Samantha Sweetwater
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In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with Samantha Sweetwater to discuss how her book True Human: Reimagining Oursel...
How to Find Confidence to Start Writing Your Book | Azul Terronez
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If you’re waiting for a surge of confidence before you start writing your book, you’re not alone. I’ve spent years hosting the...
Memoir Writing Tips from Film and Television Executive Barbara Caver
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In this episode, I sit down with Barbara Caver, a film and television production executive, passionate traveler, and first-time...
Kathryn Henry: Why Clarity Comes Through Writing, Not Before It
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What if grief wasn’t something to get over, but something that could teach us how to live?
In this deeply moving conversa...
How Writing a Book Transformed My Life | Azul Terronez
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In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I return with a heartfelt update and an honest call to action for anyone dreaming of writi...
Why Writing Your Book Feels Like a Battle with Julia Packwood
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Julia Packwood has the idea. She feels the call. She even has deadlines and bylines. Yet when she sits down to write, it feels...
How to Turn Your Big Idea into a TEDx Talk | Alexia Vernon and Kaia Vernon-Oliveira
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What does it really take to deliver a TEDx talk that resonates? In this episode of Authors Who Lead, communication expert Alexi...
Loving Life & Living Your Genius Zone with Dr. Gay Hendricks
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After eight years of hosting Authors Who Lead, Azul finally sits down again with the man who inspired the show from the very be...
Why Your Book Isn’t a Side Project — And Why You’re Still Stuck | Azul Terronez
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You’re a coach, entrepreneur, or leader with a powerful message. You know a book would expand your influence, elevate your auth...
Hollywood Legacy Meets Real Writer’s Work | Carla Malden
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Novelist Carla Malden joins Azul to discuss her latest book, Playback—a nostalgic, time-traveling story about reconciling past...
Why Books Still Matter in a World Full of Noise | Rob Walling
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In a world where everything online disappears in 24 hours, why are books still the thing we remember? I recently sat down with...
How to Work with an Editor (and Why It’s a Creative Partnership) | Azul Terronez
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Writing a book isn’t just about putting words on a page — it’s about letting others help you shape your message into its most p...
How Neuropsychology Can Accelerate Your Results | Dr. Shannon Irvine
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In this episode of the Authors Who Lead podcast, I welcome Dr. Shannon Irvine, an accomplished neuropsychologist, entrepreneur,...
How to Write a Book | Azul Terronez
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Writing a book is a dream for many, but not every idea deserves 200 pages. In this solo episode of Authors Who Lead, I unpack o...
Breaking the Status Quo | Amy Cerny Vasterling
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What does it really mean to be yourself in a world that rewards conformity and disconnection?
In this episode of Authors...
Start Before You’re Ready | Azul Terronez
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If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book but find yourself stuck in “prep mode,” you’re not alone. In this solo episode of Auth...
How Signature Frameworks Turn Book Ideas Into Impactful Businesses | Charlotte Crowther
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For so many authors, writing a book feels like the pinnacle of their work—the culmination of years of learning, creativity, and...
Embracing Authenticity | Azul Terronez
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In today’s world, where knowledge is abundant and AI can churn out answers in seconds, readers crave something deeper—authentic...
The Long Haul Leader: Redefining Success and Burnout | Chris Ducker
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When we talk about leadership and entrepreneurship, the conversation often veers toward hustle culture, 80-hour workweeks, and...
Turning Expertise Into Authorship | Dr. Amy McMichael
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When I think of someone too busy to write a book, Dr. Amy McMichael immediately comes to mind. She juggles her roles as a profe...
Why Small Ideas Make Great Books | Dan Andrews
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In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with Dan Andrews—writer, entrepreneur, and founder of the Dynamite Circle—to di...
Family Stories to Fiction | Azul Terronez & Steve Vannoy
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When the world slowed during the pandemic, Steve Vannoy and I found an unexpected gift in that stillness. We began recording st...
The Last Book Written by a Human | Jeff Burningham
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What does it mean to be human in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence? This existential question pulses at th...
The Real Reasons You Haven’t Written Your Book—And How to Move Past Them | Azul Terronez
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Have you ever felt like you had a book inside you, but just couldn’t get started? 81% of North Americans believe they have a bo...
Lean Learning | Pat Flynn
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In the world of authorship and digital entrepreneurship, few names carry as much respect as Pat Flynn. In this episode of Autho...
Building Author Platforms and Handling Critique | Scott Miller
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Many aspiring authors feel a pull to share their wisdom—especially about something as universal yet challenging as parenting. I...
Top 10 Fears Writers Face and How to Overcome Them | Azul Terronez
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Anyone who’s ever thought about writing a book knows the feeling: a mix of excitement, hope, and, yes—fear. In this episode of...
Starting Over at Sixty | Deborah Hammett
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In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with Deborah Hammett, author of Salty at 60: Becoming Better Than Retired. Debo...
Inside the World of Jack Ryan’s Newest Writers | Andrews & Wilson on Co-Writing, Thrillers & Dark Rising
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In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson, the powerhouse writing duo behind the ri...
Is Authorship Worth It? | Azul Terronez
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In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I explore a critical and sometimes overlooked question for aspiring writers: Why write a b...
How What We Don’t Do Shapes the World | Nick Cooney
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What does it mean to live an impactful life? Is it measured solely by the actions we take, or should we also be paying close at...
Embracing Change | Aime Austin
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Aspiring authors often find themselves at a crossroads, deciding whether to follow their passion for writing or stay in a secur...
Five Essential Tips to Boost Your Book Sales in the New Year | Azul Terronez
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Writing and publishing a book is a significant achievement, yet the journey doesn't end there for many authors. The real challe...
The Power of Letting Go | Azul Terronez
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Writing a book is often seen as a solitary journey, characterized by the rhythmic tapping of keys as ideas flow from mind to pa...
Behind the Scenes of Unicorn Energy | Jen Kem
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In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with brand strategist and author Jen Kem to discuss the release of her book, "T...
Overcoming Fear | Azul Terronez
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The art of writing is much more than crafting sentences or perfecting grammar. It’s a bridge connecting your inner world to the...
Mastering the Submission Process | Dennis James Sweeney
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In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I converse with Dennis James Sweeney, author of "How to Submit: Getting Your Writing Publi...
Kickstart Your Writing Project with Our Structured 5-Day Challenge | Azul Terronez
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Starting a piece of writing can always be intimidating. Whether you've written a book before or are venturing into writing for...