Ep. 90 | How to Maximize Every Opportunity as a Christian Writer (Without Social Media)

Today’s episode is going to be lot of fun, because we’re diving into your questions. Over the past several months, we’ve heard from so many of you asking how to make the most of the opportunities right in front of you . . . whether that’s growing your email list, connecting with readers in real life, or building meaningful relationships in the writing world.
And here’s what we’ve noticed: the writers who are seeing real momentum aren’t doing more—they’re doing better. They’re choosing the right opportunities for them and going all in.
So today, we’re pulling back the curtain, sharing real stories, and answering your biggest questions so you can stop spinning your wheels—and start making strategic, sustainable progress. Listen in!
Tune in to Hear:
- Why doing better with fewer opportunities will always beat doing more with many — and how to apply that to your writing career right now.
- The one guiding question Sandy and Mary K. ask before pursuing any new opportunity
- Practical ways to find your reader in real life, whether you love a crowd or would rather stay behind your keyboard.
- The simple email newsletter tactics that get readers to hit ‘reply’
- How to network at a writing conference or retreat, even if you’re an introvert
Links from the Show:
- To read the blog post inspired by this episode, check out Maximize Your Writing Opportunities Without Social Media: Your Questions Answered
- Tune into to our episode on Borrowing Other People’s Audiences (Episode 56)
- Listen in to our conversation with Erin Loechner (Episode 60)
- “10x Is Easier Than 2x” by Dan Sullivan*
- Learn more about BookFunnel
- “The Mom Test” by Rob Fitzpatrick*
- Learn more about the The Author Conservatory
- Check out the The Novel Marketing Conference
- Learn more about Kara Swanson
- Got a question? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at hello@writingoffsocial.com
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- Take Our NEW Quiz! Is It Time For You to Break Up With Social Media?
- Download our free PDF of 27 *REAL* Ways to Grow Your Audience without Social Media
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