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Writing & Influence
by Elaine Acker
Tired of your expertise staying hidden? "Writing & Influence," hosted by Elaine Acker, features interviews with accomplished writers and empowers business executives to confidently unleash their thought leadership through compelling content. Discover how to trust your instincts, silence your inner critic, and publish content that truly showcases your unique value. Each episode is packed with actionable insights to help you build your influence and grow your business using the power of words. Ready to turn your expertise into impact? Learn how to transform your knowledge into a powerful content strategy that leads to real results—all with the help from Elaine and her guests!
Episodes
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Designing Your Voice: From Corporate Guardrails to Entrepreneurial Freedom
🎙️ Writing & Influence Episode Title: Designing Your Voice: From Corporate Guardrails to Entrepreneurial Freedom Guest: Kristiana Corona – Design Leader, Coach, and Entrepreneur Host: Elaine Acker ✨ Episode Highlights In this episode, Kristiana Corona shares her journey from corporate leadership...
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Beyond Performance: How to Show Up Authentically in Your Brand and Life with Lisa McGuire
Beyond Performance: How to Show Up Authentically in Your Brand and Life with Lisa McGuire 🔗 Episode Summary: In this episode, Elaine sits down with Lisa McGuire, an Authenticity Architect and Reinvention Strategist, to explore what it truly means to build a brand — and a life — rooted in…
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An epic journey with Christine Sadry
An epic journey with Christine Sadry Summary Christine Sadry discusses her memoir “Thirteen Years Lost” which chronicles her journey from leaving Poland at age nine to becoming a UN diplomat. She shares her experiences of early trauma, including losing her mother at five and a difficult adoption…
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Ta-Da! Leadership: How Joy, Improv, and Celebration Fuel Better Teams with Joel Zeff
Ta-Da! Leadership: How Joy, Improv, and Celebration Fuel Better Teams with Joel Zeff What happens when you bring laughter, improv, and a whole lot of heart into leadership? You get Joel Zeff. In this episode, Joel joins Elaine Acker to talk about the power of “Ta-Da!” moments, how celebration...
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Go For No: Rewriting the Rules of Rejection with Andrea Waltz
Go For No: Rewriting the Rules of Rejection with Andrea Waltz Andrea Waltz discusses the 25th anniversary sequel to her bestselling book Go For No and explores how embracing rejection leads to success. She shares insights about the new book’s storyline featuring a 20-year-old protagonist…
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Your Hidden Advantage: Breaking the Broken Cookie Effect with Patty Block
Your Hidden Advantage: Breaking the Broken Cookie Effect with Patty Block Business advisor Patty Block discusses how women business owners often undervalue their services and sacrifice their own interests, a pattern she calls the “broken cookie effect.” She explains strategies for value-based...
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Making Work Fun Again with Jake Brown: ADHD, Bad Bosses, and the Power of Doodling
Making Work Fun Again with Jake Brown: ADHD, Bad Bosses, and the Power of Doodling Author, coach, and self-proclaimed workplace fun-bringer Jake Brown joins Elaine for a refreshingly honest and wildly insightful conversation. From surviving toxic bosses to teaching thousands how to doodle their…
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Turning Years of Experience Into a Valuable Resource with Bruce Rosenthal
Turning Years of Experience Into a Valuable Resource with Bruce Rosenthal Looking to harness the full potential of corporate sponsorships? Join Elaine as she sits down with Bruce Rosenthal, author of 'Mastering Association Corporate Sponsorships.' Discover how Bruce leveraged decades of…
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The Story Behind the Stories: Writing Bestselling Books with Susan Wiggs
How does a writer turn everyday experiences into bestselling novels? Join us as we chat with Susan Wiggs, the acclaimed author of over 50 novels, including favorites like 'The Apple Orchard' and 'The Lost and Found Bookshop.' Susan shares her insights on the writer's journey, the power of...
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Capturing the Wild Beauty of Texas with Wyman Meinzer
How do you find and capture the unseen beauty of the wild? Wyman Meinzer, the official state photographer of Texas, shares his remarkable journey from a degree in wildlife management to publishing iconic images in prestigious magazines like National Geographic and Smithsonian. Discover the…
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Navigating Crisis Communication With Kristi Piehl
What happens when you or your company is going through a crisis? How do you communicate with customers and your team? Join us as we sit down with Kristi Piehl, the founder and CEO of Media Minefield. Kristi shares her journey from Emmy award-winning TV news reporter to successful entrepreneur....
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Transformative Branding with Sarah Sears of S Design
Are you struggling to navigate a business transition or feeling stuck with your current branding? Meet Sarah Sears, the visionary founder of S Design, who's been pivotal in shaping the look and feel of iconic sites in Oklahoma City and the state's branding. Learn how Sarah combines design,...
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Unleashing Your Confidence with Scott Ballard: From Dyslexia to Published Author
What if the biggest obstacle to your success is your own fear? On this episode I’m joined by Scott Ballard, a leadership coach, entrepreneur, and author who turned his childhood struggles with dyslexia into a career of empowering others. From coaching CEOs and NFL players to making strides in...
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GROW 2025
Keira and Elaine are back with a deep dive into their experience at Grow 2025, Catherine Brown’s incredible conference in Galveston. They share insights on prosperity, money mindset, and the powerful connections formed in the room. From overcoming introvert resistance to embracing the...
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Ep 10 Simplify Your Tech Stack
Summary In this enlightening episode, Elaine and Keira Crooms discuss the complexities of tech stacks and the impact they have on expressing influence online. They focus on the benefits of consolidating tech tools, specifically highlighting the all-in-one capabilities of Kajabi. Keira shares...
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Ep 9 Stand Out and Sell More: Thought Leadership and Strategic Content
Episode Summary: In today’s crowded market, how do you differentiate yourself and sell more? The answer: Thought leadership and strategic content. In this episode, we dive deep into how you can establish trust, build authority, and create content that not only elevates your brand but also drives...
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Ep 8 Author Jeffrey Schlissel Opens up about Mental Health
In this episode, Jeffrey Schlissel, author of Craveable Obsessed, Journals of a Food Addicted Chef, shares his unique insights into the intersection of mental health and the culinary industry. Jeffrey discusses his personal experiences with mental health challenges, thought leadership, and the...
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Ep 7 Sean Patton: A Warrior’s Mindset
Summary In this episode, we sit down with Sean Patton, author of “A Warrior’s Mindset: The Six Keys to Greatness.” Sean shares insights from his extensive military background and discusses how leadership and self-discipline are pivotal in personal and professional success. The conversation…
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Ep. 6 The Business of Publishing and the Art of Collaboration with Author J.D. Barker
Summary In this episode, we step away from our usual discussions on nonfiction publishing to explore the dynamic world of fiction publishing with author J. D. Barker. Barker shares his experiences navigating the publishing industry, from his early days as a ghostwriter to collaborating with big...
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Ep 5 Elevate Your Influence at Conferences: An interview with Pandora Hodges
Elevate Your Influence at Conferences Show Notes Summary In this interview, host Elaine Acker and guest Pandora Hodges, founder and CEO of Sharpline Sales, discuss strategies for elevating your influence and making the most of conference experiences. They cover topics like crafting a compelling...
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Ep 4 Present with Purpose: Elevating Everyday Influence with Bill Ganon
Episode Description/Show Notes: In this episode, Keira Crooms, Elaine Acker, and Bill Gannon dive deep into the art of effective presentations and everyday communication. Bill, a seasoned expert in presentation skills, sheds light on how impactful presenting goes beyond the big keynote…
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Ep 3 Behind the Scenes of our Course: Your Book, Your Rules
Important: Register for the free workshop HERE. It's LIVE on Tuesday, October 29 at 1:30 PM Central! Summary In this episode of Cover-to-Cover Influence, Elaine Acker and Keira Crooms discuss the parallels between publishing a book and creating an online course. They take listeners behind the...
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Welcome to Cover-to-Cover Influence with Elaine Acker
Summary Elaine Acker introduces “Cover to Cover Influence,” a podcast designed for business leaders and aspiring thought leaders who want to amplify their voice through effective content creation. As a publisher, Elaine emphasizes the immense power of words in expanding influence, enhancing...
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Ep 2 How Catherine Brown Grew Her Business with a Book: How Good Humans Sell
Summary In this episode, Elaine is joined by Catherine Brown, author of How Good Humans Sell and founder of the Good Humans Growth Network. They discuss the process and challenges of writing a book, the importance of having a clear purpose for your book, and how it can lead to unexpected...
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Ep 1 Mastering Your Signature Introduction
Ep 1 Mastering Your Signature Introduction Summary In this introductory episode, Elaine Acker and Keira Crooms, talk about what they learned at the recent Sell Well conference in Houston. Thye reflect on the value of a strong referral network and how critical it is to craft an engaging Signature...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Tired of your expertise staying hidden? "Writing & Influence," hosted by Elaine Acker, features interviews with accomplished writers and empowers business executives to confidently unleash their thought leadership through compelling content. Discover how to trust your instincts, silence your inner critic, and publish content that truly showcases your unique value. Each episode is packed with actionable insights to help you build your influence and grow your business using the power of words. Ready to turn your expertise into impact? Learn how to transform your knowledge into a powerful content strategy that leads to real results—all with the help from Elaine and her guests!
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Tired of your expertise staying hidden? "Writing & Influence," hosted by Elaine Acker, features interviews with accomplished writers and empowers business executives to confidently unleash their thought leadership through compelling content. Discover how to trust your instincts, silence your inner...
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