Writing Off Social: The Podcast | Build Your Platform and Grow Your Email List Without Social Media

• 83 | Publishing Without a Platform: Writing Opportunities You Didn’t Know Existed w/Megan Conner

  Ever look at your kid’s school books and think, “Who writes all this stuff—and are they getting paid?” Today we’re talking to Megan Conner, an editor, author, writing consultant, and graduate of Writing Off Social: The Course who has built a thriving writing career in places most writers never think to look—educational publishing, work-for-hire projects, devotionals, technical writing, and those “I Can Read”–style books that quietly teach kids everything from phonics to frog ecosystems. She’s contributed to dozens of educational works, earned a steady income from her writing, and done it all without relying on social media. If you’ve ever thought, “I just want to write the words and get paid for the words,” this episode is your sign. For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/83If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

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• 82 | Publishing Success Without a Big Platform: How One Writer Attracted Agents and Editors w/Sarah Damoff

  If you’ve ever thought, “There’s no way I can land a book deal without a massive platform,” this episode is going to mess with that narrative in the very best way.Our guest, best-selling novelist Sarah Damoff, sold her debut novel, The Bright Years, to Simon & Schuster with no writing background, no industry connections, an Instagram following of about 300 friends and family, and a tiny email list. So if you’ve been quietly disqualifying yourself because of your numbers, today’s guest is living proof that your craft can carry you farther than your follower count. Listen in.  For show notes go to https://writingoffsocial.com/82If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

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• 81 | How Christian Writers Can Use Email to Build Trust (Without Being Salesy) w/ Cienna Kopischke

  What if your email list wasn’t just a marketing tool—but a ministry? In this conversation with business coach Cienna Kopischke, we explore how Christian writers can move away from hustle-driven tactics and instead steward their readers with care through email. Cienna shares how she shifted her business from Instagram-dependence to a Kingdom-centered model rooted in funnels that disciple, not manipulate. You’ll learn the core principles of Kingdom Funnels, why consistency matters more than list size, and simple, practical steps to engage your subscribers in ways that build trust, deepen connection, and ultimately grow book sales.If you’ve ever worried about being “salesy” with your readers, this episode will show you a better way—one that aligns with your faith and your calling. For show notes to go to https://writingoffsocial.com/81If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

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• 80 | Using Podcasting to Grow a Coaching Business w/Elizabeth Andreyevskiy

  Imagine building a successful, profitable business without posting a single reel, chasing trends, or spending hours trying to trick the algorithm. If this sounds impossible, think again. As an anger management coach and podcaster, Elizabeth Andreyevskiy walked away from social media entirely, and in doing so, built a flourishing coaching practice that not only serves Christian moms all over the world, but also contributes greatly to her household income. Her story is proof that with perseverance, clarity, and obedience, there’s a better, freer way to grow.For show notes go to https://writingoffsocial.com/80If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

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• 79 | Landing a Book Deal with a Big 5 Publisher and a Tiny Social Media Following w/Lori Melton

  If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s truly possible to land a traditional publishing deal without a massive following--or without much of a social media presence at all—today’s episode is for you.This week, we're celebrating our friend, WOS student, retreat leader, spiritual director, and debut author Lori Melton on the launch of her first book, Journey with a Giant. She shares how she secured a book deal with Ink & Willow, the imprint from WaterBrook & Multnomah (a division of Penguin Random House). And she accomplished all of this without relying on social media.We also discuss the importance of choosing a spiritual mentor, navigating the publishing world without a social media presence, and pursuing your writing dreams with confidence in God. It's such a great conversation. Listen in! For show notes go to https://writingoffsocial.com/79If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

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