The Written Compass

Episode 54: The Problems with The 5 Paragraph Essay

In 2008, I co-authored an article in the English Journal called "The Five-Paragraph Essay and the Deficit Model of Education." I have not let up since on my mission to eradicate this "form" of writing so often used in schools. In today's episode I dive into: 1. What the 5-paragraph essay is2. Why schools use it3. The issues with it and why it actually doesn't help young writers4. How it may be impacting your book writing (or any writing) as an adultAs always, leave us a review so that more people see the podcast and get the writing support they need. Then, share your takeaways and this episode on IG, tagging me @shanahartman_ Remember, we are here to change the personal growth and biz strategy publishing world by activating our unique voices and stories.If you are ready to see if the Embodied Writing Mastermind is your next step for leaving your legacy and getting your core messages from business and life in an empowering book, then head HERE to apply for our next round. We have 3 books out this year. We want yours to be next!To work with us click this link! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 53: What To Do When You Are Not Quite Ready To Write Your Book

Ok, so you aren't quite ready to start writing your book. That's ok! In today's episode, I share 3 tips on how you can best prepare yourself for when you are ready to write your book. I focus on the following: 1. Content organization2. Maximizing your word assets3. Capturing (with a book in mind) Be sure to take notes and share which tip you like best! As always, leave us a review so that more people see the podcast and get the writing support they need. Then, share your takeaways and this episode on IG, tagging me @shanahartman_ Remember, we are here to change the personal growth and biz strategy publishing world by activating our unique voices and stories.If you are ready to see if the Embodied Writing Mastermind is your next step for leaving your legacy and getting your core messages from business and life in an empowering book, then head HERE to apply for our next round. We have 3 books out this year. We want yours to be next!Click this link to work with us! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 52: Treat Time...Hitting Publish!

When I start working with a new client I often ask them one really powerful question: What will it feel like you publish? In this week's episode, I'm going to share two new books that are out in the world because we just hit publish! Yay! And I am gonna brag and brag and brag on them in this episode! I'm also going to talk about the publishing process a bit and things to consider from font to cover design. Go grab a copy of the books discussed today: Halinka Privett Vulnerably Authentic: A Journey to Being Ok,Laura Wieck The BodyMind MethodIf you love this episode and want to get amazing support on actually implementing the steps I share in the episode and create your micro-course + mini-book, then you are invited to join the Launch Your Legacy Mastermind! We start November 1st, 2022. Head here to register today! Early bird pricing ends Oct. 24, but as a listener of The Written Compass, you can send me a DM on IG @shanahartman_ to get that early bird pricing up to Oct. 31. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 51: Mini-Book + Micro-Course = Legacy

I know you are in the business of helping people get huge transformations in their lives. Most of the people I work with deliver that transformation in a book, but they also have programs, courses, and other offerings as well. What if you could find a way to put it all together and give people just a little taste, a little win to get started? This is where the idea of a micro-course and mini-book comes in. In today's episode, I'm going to break down the 3 steps you need to begin crafting the blueprint to launch your legacy through a resource and a course. If you love this episode and want to get amazing support on actually implementing the steps I share in the episode and create your micro-course + mini-book, then you are invited to join the Launch Your Legacy Mastermind! We start November 1st, 2022. Head here to register today! Early bird pricing ends Oct. 24, but as a listener of The Written Compass, you can send me a DM on IG @shanahartman_ to get that early bird pricing up to Oct. 31. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 50: Vulnerably Authentic with Halinka Prevett

Have you ever worked so hard & so long for a dream, only to realize it was no longer aligned with you? Have been so determined to push yourself and hustle, only to have your body completely fail you and force you to rest? If you are nodding, then you have wrestled with the very juicy life lessons that author and coach, Halinka Prevett, shares in her first book, Vulnerably Authentic: A Journey to Being Ok. In this episode, Halinka and I talk about the struggle to own the title of “writer,” and many other hilarious and powerful nuggets of goodness. After listening, grab her book on Amazon here!Learn more about working with Halinka here and on Instagram @happyhealthyplaceI’m excited for you to learn more about the mission and vision of this program! If you are ready to see if the Embodied Writing Mastermind is your next step for leaving your legacy and getting your core messages from business and life in an empowering book, then head to shanahartman.com and click “Work With Us” to apply for our next round. We have 3 books being published this year. We want yours to be next!As always, leave us a review so that more people see the podcast and get the writing support they need. Then, share your takeaways and this episode on IG, tagging me @shanahartman_ Remember, we are here to change the personal growth and biz strategy publishing world by activating our unique voices and stories in a book.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 49: Writing your Soul’s Wisdom with Regyna Curtis

I don’t often bring on guests, but as The Written Compass has grown, so has my connections with amazing authors! In this week’s episode, I talk with Regyna Curtis, founder of Atmaitri. We begin the episode where she begins her work with clients: getting connected to our soul wisdom. I’m excited for you to listen and see what shows up!Here are links to connect more with Regyna and buy the collaborative books we discuss in the episode:Soul Wisdom Quiz Author Page on Amazon (links to all books)Channeled ArtworkCurrent Events and OffersI’m excited for you to learn more about the mission and vision of this program! If you are ready to see if the Embodied Writing Mastermind is your next step for leaving your legacy and getting your core messages from business and life in an empowering book, then head to shanahartman.com and click “Work With Us” to apply for our next round. We have 3 books being published this year. We want yours to be next!As always, leave us a review so that more people see the podcast and get the writing support they need. Then, share your takeaways and this episode on IG, tagging me @shanahartman_ Remember, we are here to change the personal growth and biz strategy publishing world by activating our unique voices and stories in a book.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 48: Embody & Spew

Recently one of my clients had a big aha! She realized that her job was not to figure out all the different parts of her book right now when she is just starting out on her book writing journey. What a relief?! We discovered that when she just gets embodied and connected to herself, then words feel like they just "spew" out of her. So, we came up with the goal of just "embody and spew." In today's episode, I'll share exactly what my client and I discovered and how to activate this in your writing. I’m excited for you to learn more about the mission and vision of this program! If you are ready to see if the Embodied Writing Mastermind is your next step for leaving your legacy and getting your core messages from business and life in an empowering book, then head to shanahartman.com and click “Work With Us” to apply for our next round. We have 3 books being published this year. We want yours to be next!As always, leave us a review so that more people see the podcast and get the writing support they need. Then, share your takeaways and this episode on IG, tagging me @shanahartman_ Remember, we are here to change the personal growth and biz strategy publishing world by activating our unique voices and stories in a book.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 47: Write Like a Kid

When you were a kid did you ever write stories? Me too! But somewhere along the way, that kid-like approach to writing got swapped for heavy pressure and concern for being and writing "right." In today's episode, I share several simple ways you can tap into that child writer again. If you love this episode, then you'll love coming to my upcoming workshop with Dr. Cindy Urbanski all about "Playing with your Words." Check it out at shanahartman.com/playwithwords. This happening Oct 7, 2022 from 10am-12pm ET. I’m excited for you to learn more about the mission and vision of this program! If you are ready to see if the Embodied Writing Mastermind is your next step for leaving your legacy and getting your core messages from business and life in an empowering book, then head to shanahartman.com and click “Work With Us” to apply for our next round. We have 3 books being published this year. We want yours to be next!As always, leave us a review so that more people see the podcast and get the writing support they need. Then, share your takeaways and this episode on IG, tagging me @shanahartman_ Remember, we are here to change the personal growth and biz strategy publishing world by activating our unique voices and stories in a book.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 46: Verbal Writing

There is a stigma around what writing is supposed to look like. What is the image that shows up for you? Do you picture someone at a typewriter or computer? Do you picture a lovely journal and fancy pen? Often we envision black words on the white page as the only way writing can show up. In today's episode, I share the concept of verbal writing or writing out loud. Many of my clients are verbal processors, meaning they think best when talking about their thoughts, me asking questions, and them responding. In today's episode, I'll share what writing "out loud" can look like! I’m excited for you to learn more about the mission and vision of this program! If you are ready to see if the Embodied Writing Mastermind is your next step for leaving your legacy and getting your core messages from business and life in an empowering book, then head to shanahartman.com and click “Work With Us” to apply for our next round. We have 3 books being published this year. We want yours to be next!As always, leave us a review so that more people see the podcast and get the writing support they need. Then, share your takeaways and this episode on IG, tagging me @shanahartman_ Remember, we are here to change the personal growth and biz strategy publishing world by activating our unique voices and stories in a book.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 45: My Writing Business Journey

I love when business owners share some of their journey and "behind the scenes" of how and why they do what they do. In today's episode, I'll share: How I became an embodied writing coachMy experience as a BodyMind Method CoachWhy how I talk to clients is so importantHow I run my business from my alignmentI also share an upcoming opportunity for you to learn more about creating an aligned business through my mentor and friend, Laura Wieck, and her upcoming event: Fiercely Aligned Virtual Retreat. Go to the link below and use code SHANA30 at checkout for $30 off! https://laurawieck.com/virtualretreat I’m excited for you to learn more about the mission and vision of this program! If you are ready to see if the Embodied Writing Mastermind is your next step for leaving your legacy and getting your core messages from business and life in an empowering book, then head to shanahartman.com and click “Work With Us” to apply for our next round. We have 3 books being published this year. We want yours to be next!As always, leave us a review so that more people see the podcast and get the writing support they need. Then, share your takeaways and this episode on IG, tagging me @shanahartman_ Remember, we are here to change the personal growth and biz strategy publishing world by activating our unique voices and stories in a book.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.