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Most writers stay broke because they romanticize the craft instead of learning the business. In this no-fluff video, I break down why talented writers struggle financially, the real cost of inaction, why your niche isn’t the problem, and the brutal truths you need to accept to actually make money as a writer. If you're tired of struggling and ready to turn your writing into a profitable career, this video will give you the mindset shift and strategies you need. Stop making excuses—start writing smarter.

(00:00) Why you stay broke.

(06:25) The cost of inaction.

(14:37) Why you’re not an idiot…or a genius.

(23:23) Brutal truths you need to hear.

(24:40) You Have To Work Twice As Hard As Everyone Else

(30:24) You Need To Become A World Class Marketer

(36:44) Making Money Exclusively As An Author Is Unnecessarily Hard 40:59 You Can’t Measure Success Over Days, You Have To Measure It Over Decades

(46:36) Writing Is A Lottery, So Optimize For Volume

(48:36) Reading Does Not Make You A Better Writer, Writing Makes You A Better Writer

(52:22) There Is No Such Thing As Good Or Bad Writing, Only Effective Or Ineffective Writing 55:00 If You Aren’t Achieving Your Goals As A Writer, It Is Your Fault

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10 Reasons You Aren’t Writing Online (And How To Fix Them): https://youtu.be/QeE_vPNatUQ

5 Reasons Why You Should Start Writing Online: https://youtu.be/eRs50KrGAmA

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Ghostwriting is booming in 2025, and I'm breaking down exactly how ghostwriters are landing high-paying clients—even in the most unexpected niches. Whether you're writing for tech startups, equestrian brands, or poker coaches, the key is offering the right services: social media ghostwriting, educational email courses, and weekly newsletters. In this video, I’ll show you what successful ghostwriters are selling, how much they're charging ($5K+ per client), and the exact strategies they’re using to find clients on platforms like LinkedIn and X. If you want to turn ghostwriting into a profitable business, this is your roadmap.

(00:00) Intro

(01:00) Who needs a ghostwriter?

(02:57) Ghostwriter #1: Lorenzo

(03:53) Ghostwriter #2: Khalid

(04:48) Ghostwriter #3: Kelsey

(05:17) Ghostwriter #4: Matthew

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How to Land Your First Ghostwriting Client in 2025: https://youtu.be/nkY1x5b76qo

The Hardest Questions Clients Ask & How To Respond To Them: https://youtu.be/8fq1abfbRGg
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🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

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In this Q&A, I answer five of the most common questions I get about social media ghostwriting—covering everything from conducting content calls to finding clients. In this video, I break down key frameworks like my Social Ghostwriting Content Generator and the 1-1-1 Framework to help you to land clients in your exact niche and never run out of content ideas. Everything I cover is drawn from my own journey of scaling a ghostwriting agency to 7-figures. If you want to master social media ghostwriting and start making money online as a writer, this is for you.

(00:00) Intro

(00:46) Q1: How do I conduct content calls and ask diverse questions?

(04:22) Q2: When should you ghostwrite only the 1-1-1 Framework?

(12:26) Q3: How do you find the right customers for your free offer?

(13:21) Q4: How to turn a small client result into a bigger clientele network?

(15:36) Q5: What's the biggest mistake beginner ghostwriters make when starting out?

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Free Ghostwriting Masterclass (from $0 to $10k/mo): https://youtu.be/1wFHDOWr2os

New Secret Industry: What Is Social Media Ghostwriting?: https://youtu.be/WpK36bydVK0

8 Services To Make $10k/Mo As A Writer (FREE Masterclass): https://youtu.be/dqiQO7pLg94

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👻 Want me to be your ghostwriting mentor? Apply to join our Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://join.premiumghostwritingacademy.com/

🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com

💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co

🧙‍♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/

📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com

Why Keeping Your Offer Simple Leads to Better Results

This episode is a clip from our Premium Ghostwriting Academy Hot Seat live session, where we talk about how simplifying your offer and writing process can help you work more efficiently. Many writers spend too much time making small adjustments instead of focusing on what moves the project forward.

We’ll cover how to break down complex ideas, create a clear structure before you start writing, and make decisions upfront to speed up execution. If you want to write more efficiently and remove unnecessary steps from your process, this episode will give you a clear approach to follow.

(0:00) – Introduction and overview of simplifying your offer
(2:15) – Why complexity slows down execution
(5:42) – How to identify what matters most in your offer
(9:18) – The role of structure in speeding up writing
(12:56) – Why early decisions reduce overthinking
(16:30) – Common mistakes that add unnecessary steps
(19:45) – How to streamline without losing value

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How to Start and Sell a Paid Newsletter That Works

This episode features a clip from our Premium Ghostwriting Academy Hot Seat live session, where we break down how to launch a paid newsletter in a way that works. Many people rush into charging for content without knowing if there’s real demand. The key is understanding what makes people willing to pay—not just information, but insight, perspective, and personal experience.

We’ll cover why testing your audience first is important, how to sell a small paid product before committing to a full newsletter, and how to structure content so subscribers stick around. If you’re thinking about monetizing your writing, this episode will help you take the right steps.

(0:00) Introduction and question recap: How to structure a paid newsletter
(1:31) Why free content helps build demand before launching a paid version
(4:13) The difference between what people consume for free vs. what they’ll pay for
(7:06) Testing demand by selling a one-time product before committing to a subscription
(10:23) How to turn a successful book, report, or product into a paid newsletter
(13:16) The challenges of recurring revenue and why retention matters

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Are you a beginner to the newsletter world? Start here: https://youtu.be/GrfO_bRprE0?si=e6XR_13AIgEcSEGD

Want to grow your paid Substack newsletter to six figures? In this video, I break down the five key growth strategies that took Write With AI from plateauing at $300K ARR to nearly $400K in just a few months. These include quarterly digital product drops, a high-value founding member offer, an optimized welcome email sequence, and leveraging Substack’s built-in features like Notes. Plus, I reveal the "flywheel" strategy that could push your newsletter to six, eventually seven figures in 2025. If you're serious about monetizing your newsletter, watch this to learn what’s working right now! 🚀

(00:00) 5 Growth Strategies to Build a Multi 6-Figure Newsletter
(01:58) Quarterly Digital Product Drops
(05:04) Founding Member Offer
(07:14) Master Prompt Library
(09:37) “Value” Welcome Email Sequence
(13:05) Substack Notes

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How to Educate Clients Instead of Convincing Them

This episode features a clip from our Premium Ghostwriting Academy Hot Seat live session, where we break down why educating potential clients is more effective than trying to convince them. People don’t always see the value of good writing right away, and pushing too hard can backfire. Instead, the key is to ask thoughtful questions, highlight gaps they might not notice, and help them recognize why they need your help. We’ll talk about how to guide these conversations so they lead to better client relationships and more business.

(0:00 - 1:38) – Introduction and the challenge of convincing clients who think their content is good enough

(1:39 - 4:05) – Why educating clients works better than trying to convince them

(4:06 - 7:46) – How asking the right questions helps clients see gaps in their strategy

(7:47 - 12:00) – Why strong writing alone isn’t enough—other skills that make writers more valuable

(12:01 - 17:02) – How focusing on one problem builds trust and leads to more opportunities

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