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https://vurbl.com/station/3fwjAzfH9m2/]]>enEducationCopyright Jamais Jochimhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c727b49b22c0128292cd7d1cf0c2885c.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/wcri-flash-briefFri, 26 Sep 2025 14:32:06 +0000Jamais JochimJamais Jochimjamaisj@gmail.comA reposting of the Alexa Flash Brief, this offers some quick tips and affirmations for writers and marketers. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Z3L4R5B/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?keywords=webcomics+reviews+interviews&qid=1571041121&s=digital-skills&sr=1-1-fkmr0
https://vurbl.com/station/3fwjAzfH9m2/]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/visualize-success--56157552https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56157552Tue, 25 Jul 2023 19:00:02 +0000Jamais JochimIf you want to succeed, you need to visualize what success means to you.142success,visualize,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/master-your-time--56157548https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56157548Mon, 24 Jul 2023 19:00:02 +0000Jamais JochimWe need to remember as writers that we need to manage our time, be it through schedule or routine.124keep,learn,schedules,to,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/be-part-of-the-community--56157546https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56157546Sun, 23 Jul 2023 19:00:02 +0000Jamais JochimWe all need a community, both to be helped and to help. We can teach and learn, and sometimes we need hugs or to be slapped down.140advice,community,criticism,help,necessity,of,support,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-something-competitive--56157545https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56157545Sat, 22 Jul 2023 19:00:02 +0000Jamais JochimBeing competitive is part and parcel of being a writer. You need to find a way to compete with others to keep up your competitive side.124competitive,keeping,spirit,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inspiration-from-old-time-radio--56157544https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56157544Fri, 21 Jul 2023 19:00:02 +0000Jamais JochimOld-time radio serials may appear to be a weird source of inspiration, but they use a lot of techniques that some of us wish we could master.137old-time,radio,serials,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cooking-shows-teaching-regional-differences--56157542https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56157542Thu, 20 Jul 2023 19:05:01 +0000Jamais JochimIt may sound weird, but cooking shows can show you the differences between different regions, especially those that focus on specific regions or traditions.129differences,regional,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/talk-shows-gold-are-gold--56157535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56157535Wed, 19 Jul 2023 17:51:53 +0000Jamais JochimWriters are often looking for ways to master dialogue and inspiration. Watching talk shows can provide both.121dialogue,plot,topics,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-advantages-of-a-paying-job--44776642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44776642Tue, 18 May 2021 20:30:20 +0000Jamais JochimThere's no reason to quit your day job...at least, not until things take off.115covering,expenses,jobfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/but-will-it-sell--44776645
Please Support the Channel: https://www.patreon.com/twosparrows]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44776645Mon, 17 May 2021 20:30:18 +0000Jamais JochimWhen you are looking at potential merch for your comic, make sure that you ask yourself if it will sell. Please Support the Channel: https://www.patreon.com/twosparrows
Please Support the Channel: https://www.patreon.com/twosparrows]]>131merch,merchandisefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-outside-is-your-friend--44776647https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44776647Sun, 16 May 2021 20:15:05 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes you need to go outside. The sun is your friend.121health,outside,sunlightfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-the-advertising-budget-fit-your-needs--44776646https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44776646Sat, 15 May 2021 20:10:09 +0000Jamais JochimWhen deciding on the advertising budget, make sure that you are using it to advertise as efficiently as possible.127advertising,budget,needsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-flow-is-the-thing--44776644https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44776644Fri, 14 May 2021 20:00:17 +0000Jamais JochimThe flow of the story is the most important thing.124flow,maintaining,storyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/depths-to-avoid--44776643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44776643Thu, 13 May 2021 19:55:15 +0000Jamais JochimThere's a temptation to get a little crazy about exploring characters in your writing; don't go deeper than you need.132character,depths,exploring,limits,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sometimes-you-need-to-apologize--44776641https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44776641Wed, 12 May 2021 18:46:54 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes you need to apologize. Don't let your ego get in the way.139apologizing,necessityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/does-anyone-really-know-what-lit-is--27159974
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Do what you can to make sure everyone hears about it!138marketing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/apply-critical-thinking--27159973https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27159973Tue, 12 May 2020 15:25:54 +0000Jamais JochimWhen you start doing research, keep in mind that you should question every source that you come across.126critical,research,thinking,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-the-politics-fly--27159975https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27159975Tue, 12 May 2020 15:22:11 +0000Jamais JochimAny expression of a person's creativity will express things important to that person; as such feel free to talk about politics if it's what you want to talk about.128politics,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-worry-about-copying--27159972https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27159972Tue, 12 May 2020 14:43:54 +0000Jamais JochimToo many writers worry about working in original territory when they should just worry about writing a good story.139copying,originality,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adding-a-little-flourish--26183456https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26183456Mon, 27 Apr 2020 07:37:48 +0000Jamais JochimA little extra detail can help create an identifiable character. Add those peacock feathers, red caps, and...dare I say it? Twirl those mustaches!134branding,character,identity,mysteries,traits,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-did-your-character-have-for-lunch--26183455https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26183455Mon, 27 Apr 2020 07:35:43 +0000Jamais JochimAnyone can do all of the bio stuff; it takes a real world-builder to know what the foods of the world are.131building,character,food,holidays,traits,world,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/question-medical-advice--26183451https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26183451Mon, 27 Apr 2020 07:33:59 +0000Jamais JochimIt's your life. Do you really want to deal with medical advice that may cost you that?132advice,bad,health,medical,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/videogame-therapy--26183452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26183452Mon, 27 Apr 2020 07:32:23 +0000Jamais JochimPassion is fine; anger is not. Video games can be an excellent therapeutic tool to deal with your anger.131anger,dealing,games,therapeutic,therapy,tools,video,with,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/establish-your-routine--26183454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26183454Mon, 27 Apr 2020 07:30:23 +0000Jamais JochimRituals and routines keep you regular. Establishing them as quickly as possible is always a good idea.122establish,rituals,routine,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/google-yourself--26183453https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26183453Mon, 27 Apr 2020 07:28:54 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to protect your rights and reputation. The first step is to use a search engine to see what's going on in that regard.123business,copyright,protection,reputation,trademark,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-protected--26183450https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26183450Mon, 27 Apr 2020 07:27:01 +0000Jamais JochimIf you're serious about your business, make sure you have all the copyright and trademark protection you can get.136business,copyright,protection,trademark,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/time-to-blog--25815315https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25815315Mon, 20 Apr 2020 22:26:08 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes you need to expound on your emotions. Share them with others for maximum effect.129blogs,cheap,community,emotion,therapy,venting,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keep-tabs-on-your-pills--25815319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25815319Mon, 20 Apr 2020 22:24:33 +0000Jamais JochimYour meds keep you healthy and sane. Make sure that you take them.133medicine,meds,pills,taking,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/know-the-law--25815314https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25815314Mon, 20 Apr 2020 22:23:22 +0000Jamais JochimYou're running a business. Take it seriously.134business,comics,law,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wastebasket-is-god-s-gift-to-writers--25815316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25815316Mon, 20 Apr 2020 22:21:01 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes crinkling something up, feeling it crunch, hearing it crunch is all sorts of cathartic.148getting,it,of,out,rituals,system,things,tossing,trash,wastebasket,writing,yourfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keep-it-interesting--25815318https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25815318Mon, 20 Apr 2020 22:19:14 +0000Jamais JochimThe biggest crime you can commit is to be boring.152boring,interesting,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-metal-ring--25815317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25815317Mon, 20 Apr 2020 22:18:17 +0000Jamais JochimSome of us use music to wake up. Make sure that the music doesn't put you back to sleep.133jam,music,pump,up,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ignore-the-seventh--25815313https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25815313Mon, 20 Apr 2020 22:16:38 +0000Jamais JochimWriters need to learn to steal.137ideas,inspiration,stealing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plants-are-nice--25281501https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25281501Sat, 11 Apr 2020 09:29:40 +0000Jamais JochimPlants make your room nicer, smell better, and keep you breathing. You may want to get some for your room.119better,environment,nice,oxygen,plants,smell,smells,wiritngfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/burritos-are-perfect--25281502https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25281502Sat, 11 Apr 2020 09:27:47 +0000Jamais JochimYou need something that's healthy, quick, and doesn't need plates and silverware. Burritos may just be the best food ever!131burritos,food,perfect,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/digtal-works--25281503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25281503Sat, 11 Apr 2020 09:25:32 +0000Jamais JochimWhen you start working out your business plan, don't forget that more and more readers don't do floppies. Digital needs to be part of any successful business plan.127business,digital,pdfs,phone,phones,tablets,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-would-conan-do--25281505https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25281505Sat, 11 Apr 2020 09:20:22 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes you need to just charge right in. On days like that, do what Conan would do.137ahead,charge,conan,do,what,would,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/know-your-helplines--25281506https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25281506Sat, 11 Apr 2020 09:18:09 +0000Jamais JochimSome days you need to vent or talk to someone. Know who you can talk to ahead of time.150bad,days,help,helplines,lines,people,person,talk,to,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pick-your-distractions--25281504https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25281504Sat, 11 Apr 2020 09:15:31 +0000Jamais JochimAlways debate picking up a new pet, toy or game; it may stop you from writing.151distractions,games,pets,toys,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plots-do-not-need-to-be-linear--25281500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25281500Sat, 11 Apr 2020 09:13:35 +0000Jamais JochimNot all plots need to be linear: You should feel free to play around with flashbacks, flash forwards, and time travel.128comics,flash,flashback,forward,linear,non-linear,plots,time,travel,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/snack-healthy--24700569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24700569Wed, 01 Apr 2020 07:21:13 +0000Jamais JochimEveryone gets hungry during writing; snack healthy for the best focus.135focus,healthy,snacking,snacks,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/collect-games--24700573https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24700573Wed, 01 Apr 2020 07:19:46 +0000Jamais JochimYou need inspiration; tabletop RPGs and video games are not a bad place to start.134games,imagination,inspiration,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/market-relentlessly--24700574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24700574Wed, 01 Apr 2020 07:16:33 +0000Jamais JochimPart of writing is marketing yourself. Make sure that you put some serious effort into it if you wish to succeed.122aggressive,marketing,relentless,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/know-your-schedule--24700575https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24700575Wed, 01 Apr 2020 07:14:20 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to know when you can write so that you can fully charge into it.126better,product,schedule,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/read-with-two-minds--24700571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24700571Wed, 01 Apr 2020 07:11:34 +0000Jamais JochimThe best writers learn to read a story as both a reader and a critic, usually at the same time.132critique,reading,techniques,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/youtube-research--24700570https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24700570Wed, 01 Apr 2020 07:09:08 +0000Jamais JochimIf you want to make your artist happy, include YouTube as part of your research.127research,writing,youtubefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/writer-s-postpartum--24700572https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24700572Wed, 01 Apr 2020 07:02:53 +0000Jamais JochimWriters suffer from postpartum in their own weird way upon finishing a book. Get some support for it.122a,depression,draft,finishing,first,postpartum,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/balance-work-and-work--24359442https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24359442Thu, 26 Mar 2020 01:48:10 +0000Jamais JochimIf you want to be successful, you'll need to figure out how to balance your paying work and the work you want to do. At least, at first....151and,balancing,business,goals,pay,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/look-for-comic-book-shops-with-a-website--24359445https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24359445Thu, 26 Mar 2020 01:46:17 +0000Jamais JochimA comic book shop is great for you by itself. But a comic book shop with a web presence? EVEN BETTER!123advertising,book,business,launch,marketing,merch,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-what-works-for-you--24359444https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24359444Thu, 26 Mar 2020 01:43:44 +0000Jamais JochimWhat works for someone else may not work for you. Figure out what works for you and go for it!125finding,for,method,out,what,works,writing,youfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/avoiding-con-crud--24359446https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24359446Thu, 26 Mar 2020 01:40:54 +0000Jamais JochimYou want to survive a convention without worrying about the dreaded con crud. This should help you do exactly that!131avoiding,con,conventions,crud,healthy,staying,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/golden-milk--24359443https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24359443Thu, 26 Mar 2020 01:39:12 +0000Jamais JochimLooking for something spicy, warm, and healthy? Try some golden milk!152cinnamon,coconut,comics,health,healthy,honey,milk,oil,pepper,turmeric,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/art-in-the-garden--24359440https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24359440Thu, 26 Mar 2020 01:37:01 +0000Jamais JochimA garden can do more than just supply you with food; it can also give you a wide variety of subjects and should be explored to see what's there.128drawing,food,healthy,subjects,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/encourage-fanart--24359441https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24359441Thu, 26 Mar 2020 01:31:34 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to engage your audience, and nothing encourages engagement as much as having a fanart page.141audience,business,comics,engagement,fanart,marketing,wiritngfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learn-to-fly-rockets--24037638https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24037638Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:36:11 +0000Jamais JochimFlying a rocket is the ultimate expression of optimism. That's something it helps to keep in mind in any situation.134keeping,optimism,optimistic,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maintaining-a-sense-of-humor--24037640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24037640Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:34:07 +0000Jamais JochimMaintaining a sense of humor can help you get through so many things.133humor,maintaining,necessity,of,sense,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healthy-basic-ingredients--24037641https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24037641Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:32:49 +0000Jamais JochimA few basic ingredients should help keep you healthy in most situations.169basic,black,garlic,healthy,ingredients,onions,pepper,sauce,tomato,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/basic-supplies-to-carry-you-through--24037642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24037642Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:31:12 +0000Jamais JochimIf you keep some basic provisions on hand at all times, you shouldn't have to worry about some of the more basic grocery problems.172avoiding,empty,groceries,keeping,prepared,stores,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/basic-first-aid-kit--24037643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24037643Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:27:59 +0000Jamais JochimEvery artist should have a basic first aid kit. Here is how to construct one for you.150ace,aid,alcoholic,antibacterial,antiburn,bandage,bandages,first,kit,ointment,pads,powder,prep,scissors,styptic,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-tale-of-two-soups--24037644https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24037644Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:25:11 +0000Jamais JochimWhen you're sick, soup is the most perfect food for you. Here are the recipes for two great soups.139chicken,noodle,recipes,sick,soup,tomato,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keep-calm-and-keep-on-writing--24037639https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24037639Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:23:14 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to worry first about your writing, the rest of the universe second.140dealing,disasters,natural,with,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learn-how-to-speak-analytics--23778852https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23778852Thu, 12 Mar 2020 07:02:45 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to learn how to the numbers your business generates. As such, you need to learn how they work and how to use them effectively.131analytics,business,numbers,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spreadsheets-are-fun--23778848https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23778848Thu, 12 Mar 2020 07:00:49 +0000Jamais JochimPart of running a business is knowing how to look at the numbers; this means you need to learn how to deal with spreadsheets.127falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/punching-bags-help--23778853https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23778853Thu, 12 Mar 2020 06:59:00 +0000Jamais JochimAnger, frustrated, aggravated? A punching bag can save someone's life.124aggravation,anger,dealing,frustration,with,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/find-a-non-writing-zone--23778849https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23778849Thu, 12 Mar 2020 06:57:09 +0000Jamais JochimYou need a place where your brain can relax and recharge. Set this place up so you can get away from your writing for a bit.136bath,hot,meditation,out,recharge,relax,working,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dial-the-politics-down--23778850https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23778850Thu, 12 Mar 2020 06:53:44 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes writers tend to force their politics to the fore the detriment of the story. They need to learn when to dial them down for the story.132dial,dialing,down,managing,politics,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/twist-your-genres--23778847https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23778847Thu, 12 Mar 2020 06:51:54 +0000Jamais JochimYou should never limit your genres to just one or two; twist them together as much as you want to see what happens.122combining,genres,mashing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ignore-friends-family--23778851https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23778851Thu, 12 Mar 2020 06:48:06 +0000Jamais JochimFriends and family can be great for support, but can also give you the wrong kind of praise and even holding you back. Sometimes you need to know when to ignore them for your own career.132family,friends,ignoring,support,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exclusivity--23453024https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23453024Wed, 04 Mar 2020 09:18:53 +0000Jamais JochimNothing makes your fans feel special so much as giving them something no one else has.125appreciation,business,exclusivity,fan,fans,marketing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pins-are-your-best-friend--23453020https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23453020Wed, 04 Mar 2020 09:18:46 +0000Jamais JochimWhen you are debating merch ideas, don't forget the pins.131business,merch,merchandise,pins,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/find-a-reason--23453019https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23453019Wed, 04 Mar 2020 09:18:38 +0000Jamais JochimIf you want to last, know why you are doing what you are doing.140passion,reason,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/come-back-harder--23453023https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23453023Wed, 04 Mar 2020 09:18:30 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes you need to take a break. Just remember that when you come back to come back harder than you left.114back,coming,quitting,vacation,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-are-what-you-think-you-are--23453021https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23453021Wed, 04 Mar 2020 09:18:20 +0000Jamais JochimIf you want to succeed, you need to transform yourself in your own eyes first.121perception,personal,success,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plan-big--23453018https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23453018Wed, 04 Mar 2020 09:17:51 +0000Jamais JochimIf you want to be doing anything for a long time, figure out a plan so that you are.141long-term,organization,organizing,planning,plans,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/small-steps--23453022https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23453022Wed, 04 Mar 2020 08:12:32 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes the biggest projects start by taking the smallest step.139motivation,organization,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watch-old-cartoons--23088243https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23088243Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:15:40 +0000Jamais JochimWatching the cartoons of your youth is not just good for nostalgia, but to see how things have changed in your life and to inspire your current one.131inspiration,nostalgia,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/schedule-the-unscheduled--23088238https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23088238Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:15:31 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to allow time for emergencies and when you may go over your alloted work time.124emergencies,emergency,schedules,scheduling,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/create-a-mental-workspace--23088235https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23088235Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:15:19 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes your living space and working space are the same; here is how to separate them.134space,work,workspace,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-a-meal--23088240https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23088240Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:15:02 +0000Jamais JochimWriter's Block can be a dangerous enemy; changing environment and eating can help.138block,changing,eating,environment,meals,writersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learn-self-defense--23088241https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23088241Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:14:51 +0000Jamais JochimLearning self-defense techniques helps you do more than protect yourself; the confidence you gain helps in so much more.132business,confidence,self,self-defensefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/set-some-fun-goals--23088239https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23088239Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:14:38 +0000Jamais JochimYou have to write for yourself; this means add some fun things to the story to keep your interest.154fun,humor,interest,keeping,tips,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-an-unhappy-place--23088236https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23088236Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:14:22 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes having a place where you can be violent can be well worth it.136anger,dealing,frustration,therapy,with,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/discussion-board-marketing--23088242https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23088242Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:11:47 +0000Jamais JochimDiscussion boards can help you market your comic if you play nice.130boards,business,comics,discussion,marketingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/notes-seo--23088237https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23088237Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:11:22 +0000Jamais JochimSEO isn't just about an organized site; it's about everything on a site and how popular you can make it. Notes give the search engines more to play with and make it popular with fans, both of which help with SEO.130engine,notes,optimization,search,seo,text,webcomics,websitesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/know-when-to-ignore-your-bliss--22979960https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22979960Thu, 20 Feb 2020 05:20:49 +0000Jamais JochimPeople tell you to always follow your bliss. Those people are idiots.104art,bliss,comics,follow,ignoring,not,to,when,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-sell-your-soul--22979961https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22979961Thu, 20 Feb 2020 05:20:42 +0000Jamais JochimMoney and art are your twin poles; remember which one you serve for best success.126art,comics,commercialism,exploitation,money,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/avoid-fads--22979959https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22979959Thu, 20 Feb 2020 05:20:25 +0000Jamais JochimFads never do you right. Avoid them unless you have some seriously fortuitous timing....125avoid,avoiding,comics,fads,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-be-afraid-to-poke-fun--22979958https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22979958Thu, 20 Feb 2020 05:19:58 +0000Jamais JochimYou should never be afraid to poke the bear. Just do so with a tickler and be ready to run....117comics,fun,humor,jokes,satire,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seasonal-stories-help--22979962https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22979962Thu, 20 Feb 2020 05:19:47 +0000Jamais JochimEveryone love's a good holiday. They're good for fun, showing other sides of your characters, and drama. All sorts of drama.152building,character,civilian,comics,drama,holidays,identities,identity,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/using-pinterest-to-effect--22541732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22541732Sat, 08 Feb 2020 06:49:17 +0000Jamais JochimPinterest was made for visual artists. You're a visual artist. This could be a match made in Heaven.129business,comics,marketing,pinterest,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bookstore-launches--22541724https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22541724Sat, 08 Feb 2020 06:47:50 +0000Jamais JochimA book store launch can bring together you, a bookstore, and potential fans.121bibliophiles,book,bookstore,business,comics,fans,marketing,selling,store,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/be-who-you-want-to-be--22541728https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22541728Sat, 08 Feb 2020 06:44:51 +0000Jamais JochimDon't let others decide who you should be.120comics,individuality,uniqueness,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/regrets-are-part-of-the-job--22541730https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22541730Sat, 08 Feb 2020 06:43:51 +0000Jamais JochimIf you're trying to avoid regrets, writing is not for you.136comics,regret,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keep-a-journal--22541727https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22541727Sat, 08 Feb 2020 06:41:33 +0000Jamais JochimYou need a journal to keep your notes. Keep one on hand wherever you work.126comics,journal,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/use-notecards--22541725https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22541725Sat, 08 Feb 2020 06:40:19 +0000Jamais JochimNotecards are indispensable for writers. Make sure you have some on hand before you start writing.154cards,comics,note,notecards,organization,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-some-warm-up-music--22541729https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22541729Sat, 08 Feb 2020 06:37:42 +0000Jamais JochimSome people use coffee to wake up; here we explore how to use music to wake up.135comics,getting,into,mood,music,the,up,warm,warming,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/make-friends-with-your-local-comic-book-shop--22298135https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22298135Sat, 01 Feb 2020 09:51:40 +0000Jamais JochimThe relationship with your local comic book shop may be the key to successfully selling your books.120book,books,comic,comics,local,selling,shop,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/merch-means-more-than-t-shirts--22298129https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22298129Sat, 01 Feb 2020 09:50:04 +0000Jamais JochimT-shirts should be seen as the beginning of your merch campaign, not the entire thing.136business,buttons,comics,dolls,etsy,food,shirts,stickers,tee,t-shirts,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/drink-more-beer--22298132https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22298132Sat, 01 Feb 2020 09:48:09 +0000Jamais JochimWant to lose the inhibitions slowing you down, get a little braver, and relax? We may have something that can help you....126anxiety,beer,comics,cure,liquor,spirits,wine,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eat-green-vegetables--22298133https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22298133Sat, 01 Feb 2020 09:46:30 +0000Jamais JochimGreen vegetables may be the key to keeping you sane and away from depression.140comics,cure,depression,green,vegetables,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pencils-help--22298131https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22298131Sat, 01 Feb 2020 09:44:42 +0000Jamais JochimPencils and paper may be your best possible option for making sense of your outline.125comics,outline,outlines,outlining,paper,pencil,pencils,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wikipedia-is-your-friend--22298128https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22298128Sat, 01 Feb 2020 09:42:38 +0000Jamais JochimMaking a factual mistake in your comic can take people out of your story. Find a source that allows you to do the best possible research.127comics,factcheck,research,wikipedia,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/track-down-writing-podcasts--22298127https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22298127Sat, 01 Feb 2020 09:39:10 +0000Jamais JochimYou need a way to find inspiration, advice, and neat new tricks. Podcasts may be exactly what you are looking for.126advice,comics,help,inspiration,podcasts,techniques,tips,tools,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cross-overs-for-effect--21810377https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810377Sun, 26 Jan 2020 07:55:38 +0000Jamais JochimCross-overs are great for writing and marketing. Here's how to enjoy them!157comics,crossover,cross-over,crossovers,cross-overs,marketing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/celebrate-death--21810375https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810375Sun, 26 Jan 2020 07:55:25 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to kill characters. Enjoy it a little.159character,comics,dealing,death,with,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/limit-distractions--21810374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810374Sun, 26 Jan 2020 07:55:08 +0000Jamais JochimDIstractions are the enemy of the writer. Limit them for success.146comics,distractions,engage,limit,limiting,rituals,schedule,schedules,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/join-networks--21810372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810372Sun, 26 Jan 2020 07:54:57 +0000Jamais JochimNetworks can help you if you help them.145comics,compatibility,marketing,network,networks,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/know-your-comfort-foods--21810371https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810371Sun, 26 Jan 2020 07:54:42 +0000Jamais JochimIf you're going to kill people off in your books, you need a coping mechanism.136comfort,comics,coping,death,food,mechanism,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-a-path--21810368https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810368Sun, 26 Jan 2020 07:54:23 +0000Jamais JochimIf you're going to write, you're going to have to deal with depression.137biking,comics,coping,death,exercise,gym,mechanism,path,walking,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plot-backwards--21810380https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810380Sat, 18 Jan 2020 09:17:47 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes you need to work backwards.142backward,backwards,comics,outline,plot,plotting,suspense,twist,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-forget-seo--21810376https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810376Sat, 18 Jan 2020 09:12:23 +0000Jamais JochimSearch engine rankings can only help you sell your comic. Make them happy by optimizing your site.154comics,marketing,optimization,search,seo,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/directories-help--21810370https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810370Sat, 18 Jan 2020 09:10:33 +0000Jamais JochimIf you're serious about marketing your comic, join a directory.173comics,directories,directory,engine,join,marketing,optimization,search,seo,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-avoid-wrinkles--21810373https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810373Sat, 18 Jan 2020 09:08:53 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to be emotional to do your best work. Don't worry about the wrinkles; you're going to get some anyway!147comics,emotion,wrinkles,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-the-impossible--21810369https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810369Sat, 18 Jan 2020 09:05:40 +0000Jamais JochimNothing aggravates someone like seeing someone do what they've described as "impossible". Be their aggravation.137aggravate,challenge,comics,do,doing,goal,goals,impossible,oneself,others,push,writing,yourselffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-some-fun--21810378https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810378Sat, 18 Jan 2020 08:59:27 +0000Jamais JochimWriting shouldn't be all serious. Use challenges, goals, and plot to have some fun with your writing.152challenge,comics,fun,goal,goals,plot,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rivals-keep-you-honest--21810379https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810379Sat, 18 Jan 2020 08:57:03 +0000Jamais JochimYou need someone to challenge you and keep you going. The Rival can be your best friend.156better,challenge,comics,get,keep,motivated,rival,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exposition-dumps-can-work--21810367https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21810367Sat, 18 Jan 2020 08:50:27 +0000Jamais JochimUnlike text-based works, exposition dumps can work in comics if done right.142comics,dump,exposition,flashback,flashbacks,information,visual,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/use-power-snacks--21558967https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21558967Sat, 11 Jan 2020 00:27:37 +0000Jamais JochimKeep hydrated and keep a snack ready.151avoiding,distractions,hunger,hungry,hydrated,snacks,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/work-together-to-cross-promote--21558962https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21558962Sat, 11 Jan 2020 00:26:33 +0000Jamais JochimCross-promotions can work if you do it together, have common ground, and don't sweat the numbers.146cross-promotion,marketing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/find-your-own-path--21558968https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21558968Sat, 11 Jan 2020 00:23:46 +0000Jamais JochimYou can't walk someone else's path. Find your own.140decisions,direction,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-re-perfect-sort-of--21558965https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21558965Sat, 11 Jan 2020 00:20:40 +0000Jamais JochimYou're a diamond. But remember that it's your flaws that make you shine.163diamond,flaw,perfection,shining,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/be-best-not-first--21558963https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21558963Sat, 11 Jan 2020 00:15:29 +0000Jamais JochimIt's good to be first; it's better to be good.180dangers,diversity,problems,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-a-plan--21558966
Red/blue lasers optional.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21558966Sat, 11 Jan 2020 00:13:48 +0000Jamais JochimKnowing what you're going to do with your book when you've finished it is half the battle. Red/blue lasers optional.
Red/blue lasers optional.]]>151business,businessplan,marketing,organization,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-a-support-team--21558961https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21558961Sat, 11 Jan 2020 00:09:08 +0000Jamais JochimYou need someone to help edit, market, and distribute. Find those people and keep them close.157distributing,editing,marketing,support,team,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-sales-work--21268025https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21268025Thu, 02 Jan 2020 05:53:44 +0000Jamais JochimHolidays can help you sell your book. You just need to know which ones work.144advertising,comics,holidays,marketing,selling,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spend-money-to-effect--21268021https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21268021Thu, 02 Jan 2020 05:52:08 +0000Jamais JochimYou're going to need to spend money at some point, be it for publishing, marketing, or even just art. Just make sure you do your research and spend your money effectively.157advertising,artwork,budget,comics,marketing,money,spending,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-someone-to-talk-to--21268024https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21268024Thu, 02 Jan 2020 05:45:19 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to have someone you talk to when you have problems. Just remember to reciprocate for best effect.143comics,friendship,support,talking,therapy,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/be-near-family--21268020https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21268020Thu, 02 Jan 2020 05:43:53 +0000Jamais JochimYou need someone you love, trust, and will defend you. You also need someone to shoot you down every so often. This is why family is so important.133advice,comics,critique,family,importance,of,support,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paper-can-be-your-friend--21268019https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21268019Thu, 02 Jan 2020 05:38:09 +0000Jamais JochimPaper can be one of your best tools when it comes to writing; it gives you all sorts of freedom and makes organization easier for you.139character,comics,creation,outline,outlining,paper,plotting,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learn-to-people-watch--21268022https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21268022Thu, 02 Jan 2020 05:31:35 +0000Jamais JochimLearning to people watch is a skill you need to master if you want to master dialogue.146comics,dialogue,people,watching,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watch-history-shows--21268023https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21268023Thu, 02 Jan 2020 05:06:52 +0000Jamais JochimYou need a way to eliminate writer's block and be inspired; watching history shows may be the solution to those problems!139block,business,channel,comics,discovery,documentaries,documentary,history,inspiration,marketing,writers,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/make-a-convention-appearance--20841872https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20841872Wed, 18 Dec 2019 05:08:46 +0000Jamais JochimMaking an appearance at a convention may be the best thing for you.132business,comics,convention,conventions,marketing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/update-your-bio--20841871https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20841871Wed, 18 Dec 2019 05:07:22 +0000Jamais JochimYour bio should be updated if you're serious about marketing yourself.142bio,biography,business,comics,marketing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/necessary-evils-aren-t-necessarily-evil--20841870https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20841870Wed, 18 Dec 2019 05:03:42 +0000Jamais JochimThe things that you hate to do may actually help keep you focused.151comics,evils,focus,necessary,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/look-for-the-good--20841869https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20841869Wed, 18 Dec 2019 04:59:42 +0000Jamais JochimYou need a shield against the bad stuff. Create that shield.167bad,comics,good,stuff,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conversations-need-lumps--20841868https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20841868Wed, 18 Dec 2019 04:57:16 +0000Jamais JochimYour conversations need to be less than perfect to be perfect.152comics,conversations,lumps,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/participation-is-key--20841867https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20841867Wed, 18 Dec 2019 04:54:44 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to participate in life if you want to write about it.159comics,life,participate,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/critique-everything--20841866https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20841866Wed, 18 Dec 2019 04:50:53 +0000Jamais JochimYou can learn from everything. Do so.155comics,critique,learning,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/take-a-business-class--20647648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20647648Wed, 11 Dec 2019 06:25:40 +0000Jamais JochimYou're running a business so find ways to make sure that you have the skills you need to do so.149business,classes,education,money,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-be-afraid-to-steal--20647650https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20647650Wed, 11 Dec 2019 06:24:05 +0000Jamais JochimGood writers steal. Keep that in mind and have fun with it!129steal,stealing,subjects,topics,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crowdsourcing-helps--20647653https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20647653Wed, 11 Dec 2019 06:23:52 +0000Jamais JochimYou need money, crowdsourcing is the most effective way of doing that. Look into it!149crowdsourcing,financing,money,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/make-time-for-yourself--20647652https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20647652Wed, 11 Dec 2019 06:22:32 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to get away from the keyboard for your own mental health. Make sure that you take some time off.136for,making,off,recharge,recreating,taking,time,writing,yourselffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-can-surrender--20647651https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20647651Wed, 11 Dec 2019 06:20:29 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes you need to give up. Don't be afraid to do so.145giving,poisonous,subjects,surrendering,topics,toxic,up,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/put-in-the-cool-scenes--20647649https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20647649Wed, 11 Dec 2019 06:18:48 +0000Jamais JochimYou don't write for the sake of the critics; you write to read those cool scenes you want to read. Make sure you include them in your writing!142cool,critics,scenes,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/be-your-own-worst-critic--20647654https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20647654Wed, 11 Dec 2019 06:16:55 +0000Jamais JochimEditing sucks. Make it easier by being a total jerk to yourself.135editing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/submit-for-review--20425191https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20425191Mon, 02 Dec 2019 12:32:52 +0000Jamais JochimSubmitting your comic for review can be a great form of publicity. Just don't let it depress you or go to your head.145bad,good,how,marketing,reviews,to,use,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/linkedin-can-work-for-you--20425193https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20425193Mon, 02 Dec 2019 12:30:47 +0000Jamais JochimLinkedin is the ultimate place to find people looking for your skills and products; it's like a matchmaker for business people!135linkedin,marketing,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/climb-the-mountain--20425194https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20425194Mon, 02 Dec 2019 12:29:09 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes you see nothing but trouble ahead. Sometimes you should persevere regardless of the outcome.153perseverance,persevere,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/follow-your-instinct--20425195https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20425195Mon, 02 Dec 2019 12:14:02 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to develop your instincts; your life may depend on it.146following,instinct,writing,yourfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kill-your-darlings--20425192https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20425192Mon, 02 Dec 2019 12:12:56 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes you write something really, really great but it doesn't fit. You need to learn when to delete it and move on.140darlings,kill,moving,on,writing,yourfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/step-away--20425196https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20425196Mon, 02 Dec 2019 12:11:17 +0000Jamais JochimSometimes a project just isn't working. You need to learn when to step away from it for your own mental health.130and,bad,feel,knowing,not,quit,to,when,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unleash-your-demon--20425190https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20425190Mon, 02 Dec 2019 12:07:33 +0000Jamais JochimThe cool thing about being a writer is that you don't need a therapist: Your demons can be your best friend when it comes to writing.131demons,in,stories,therapy,using,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/build-a-community--19744120https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19744120Tue, 29 Oct 2019 06:11:31 +0000Jamais JochimYou need a community for support and to promote. Make sure you have one and life will go a lot easier.133a,artist,build,community,marketing,tipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/twitter-is-your-friend--19744122https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19744122Tue, 29 Oct 2019 06:09:52 +0000Jamais JochimTwitter can be a great tool for promotion. Learn it, master it, make it work for you.137artist,marketing,tip,twitterfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-are-you--19744123https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19744123Tue, 29 Oct 2019 06:08:26 +0000Jamais JochimYou should be you, not someone else.131affirmation,are,artist,you,yourselffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-aren-t-alone--19744121https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19744121Tue, 29 Oct 2019 06:07:22 +0000Jamais JochimThere is always someone you can talk to.143affirmation,always,artist,can,someone,talk,to,youfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learn-new-things--19744119https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19744119Tue, 29 Oct 2019 06:06:24 +0000Jamais JochimYou should always be learning new things.145artist,learn,new,things,tipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/expand-your-limits--19744118https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19744118Tue, 29 Oct 2019 06:05:06 +0000Jamais JochimYou should never let your current limits be all you can do.138artist,expand,limits,tipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-be-afraid-to-mess-up--19744117https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19744117Tue, 29 Oct 2019 06:04:16 +0000Jamais JochimMessing up is how we learn. You should thus not fear it but embrace it.141artist,mess,tip,upfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/freebies--19637188https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19637188Tue, 22 Oct 2019 22:13:30 +0000Jamais JochimFind the freebies that help you promote your project for the success!148freebies,promotion,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/facebook-group-promotions--19637149https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19637149Tue, 22 Oct 2019 22:12:26 +0000Jamais JochimUse Facebook Groups to effect for your promoting needs.152facebook,groups,promoting,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ignore-the-haters--19637147https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19637147Tue, 22 Oct 2019 22:11:26 +0000Jamais JochimEveryone picks up some haters. Use them to effect!143fans,haters,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-are-an-artist--19637146https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19637146Tue, 22 Oct 2019 22:07:00 +0000Jamais JochimAnyone who creates is an artist, even writers!133artists,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/study--19637144https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19637144Tue, 22 Oct 2019 22:05:37 +0000Jamais JochimIt's important to do research, even if it's just for fun.153research,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/read--19637143https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19637143Tue, 22 Oct 2019 22:03:58 +0000Jamais JochimDon't forget to read as a writer!143read,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/background-sound--19637141https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19637141Tue, 22 Oct 2019 22:03:15 +0000Jamais JochimListen but don't engage with your background noise.127background,noise,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-pigeonhole-yourself--19497821https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19497821Mon, 14 Oct 2019 09:48:09 +0000Jamais JochimPart of writing is that you need to sell yourself. Just debate creating a brand that may act as a straight jacket more than help you sell your brand.166pigeonhole,selling,tips,writing,yourselffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-a-marketing-plan--19492506https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19492506Mon, 14 Oct 2019 01:27:27 +0000Jamais JochimJust like you need an outline for writing, you need a plan for marketing. Establish a plan, keep to it, and you should do well.136marketing,plan,tips,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rituals--19492504https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19492504Mon, 14 Oct 2019 01:17:03 +0000Jamais JochimGetting down to writing can be hard; you need some way to get into the mindset. As such setting up some sort of ritual to make the shift can only help.156rituals,tips,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-the-passion--19492503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19492503Mon, 14 Oct 2019 01:09:39 +0000Jamais JochimYou need to have passion when you write, be it love or hate; if you don't it will show in what you do. Also, if you lose the passion don't be afraid to move on. Just make you some sort of connection to what you're writing.141passion,tips,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/outlines--19492505https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19492505Mon, 14 Oct 2019 01:05:05 +0000Jamais JochimYou need an outline like you need a road map: It tells where you're going, what you need to do to get there, and makes sure you don't get lost. Make sure that you have one.144map,outline,road,tips,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-are-not-an-impostor--19489405https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19489405Sun, 13 Oct 2019 19:20:59 +0000Jamais JochimYou are not an imposter; don't let anyone think so including yourself.171imposter,real,writingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/just-write--19489394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19489394Sun, 13 Oct 2019 19:19:38 +0000Jamais JochimBasically, just write. Don't just plan, prepare, or fantasize about being a writer, but write.139do,it,writingfalsefull