Episode 39 - Breaking Barriers to Share Stories Through Book Publishing with Kelly Irving
Have you ever had a big, audacious goal that terrified you, but deep down, you knew you had to chase it?
In Episode 39 of It’s a Mindset, I’m joined by the incredible Kelly Irving, a best-selling book coach, editor, and creator of the Expert Author Community—a global coaching program that has launched hundreds of award-winning authors. Kelly’s expertise is empowering business owners, creatives, and aspiring authors to bring their biggest, boldest ideas to life, whether through traditional, hybrid, or self-publishing.
One of Kelly’s greatest accomplishments? She’s never had a book pitch rejected by a publisher.
I can personally speak to the immense value Kelly has brought to my journey. As I wrote my own book, Worthy & Wealthy, her guidance and mentorship were pivotal. Her expert advice and the nurturing environment of the Expert Author Community have not only shaped my book but have given me a sense of belonging and purpose in my author journey.
In this episode, Kelly shares her Write Book Method, which helps creative thinkers connect the dots and solve complex messaging problems. She guides them to produce works that not only enrich their lives but the lives of others too.
We also dive deep into Kelly’s personal journey, including the year she spent traveling the globe with her family. She opens up about facing her biggest fears head-on while pursuing audacious goals and how that experience reshaped her career and her life.
Key Episode Takeaways:
- The lessons Kelly learned during her year-long adventure with her family, and how it impacted both her career and personal life.
- How to face your biggest fears and push through the discomfort to achieve your most audacious goals.
- The truth that everyone is human, and even the most successful authors and entrepreneurs experience obstacles and moments of doubt—it’s all part of the journey.
- The highs, lows, and everything in between when it comes to writing and publishing your own work, plus Kelly’s top tips for aspiring authors.
As someone who’s also faced my own fears and challenges while working towards big goals, Kelly’s insights resonated deeply with me. Her ability to manage both a thriving business and a family while pushing through the fear is truly inspiring—and I believe it will be for you too!
About the Guest:
Kelly Irving is a best-selling book coach, editor, and creator of the Expert Author Community – a global coaching experience that has launched hundreds of award-winning authors into the world. She nurtures business owners to bring their biggest, best and most commercially viable ideas to market, via traditional, hybrid or self-publishing (she’s never had a book pitch rejected by a publisher).
Kelly’s unique Write Book Method helps connect dots and solve complex business messaging problems by empowering original, creative and renaissance spirits to share new solutions, offer new insights and produce work that enriches their lives as well as others.
Show Resources:
Write your Book with the Expert Author Community - HERE
Follow Kelly on Instagram - HERE
Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn - HERE
Nail your best book idea with the Book Canvas - HERE
Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE
Learn More About Emma's Book, Worthy & Wealthy - HERE
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Yours in Pursuing Big Audacious Goals, Emma. X.
