Hosted by Elaine Acker · EN · 25 episodes
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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 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!
Elaine Acker hosts Writing & Influence, a arts show with 25 episodes published.
🎙️ 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 I
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
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 o
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
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 insight
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
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 conversa
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 Associati
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 Books
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 presti
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 jo
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 Ok
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 e
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 i
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, speci
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 aut
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 perso
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-discipl
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 publishi
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 m
Lisa McGuire
Early Learning Childcare Manager/Home Childcare Supervisor · Keepers of the Circle
1 appearance on this show
Christine Sadry
1 appearance on this show
Joel Zeff
keynote speaker, improvisational humorist, author
1 appearance on this show
Andrea Waltz
co-creator of Go for No!
1 appearance on this show
Patty Block
Business advisor
1 appearance on this show
Jake Brown
business coach and consultant for entrepreneurs and middle managers with ADHD · Brown & Pierce Consulting
1 appearance on this show
Bruce Rosenthal
Bruce Rosenthal Associates, LLC.
1 appearance on this show
Susan Wiggs
1 appearance on this show
Kristi Piehl
founder and CEO · Media Minefield
1 appearance on this show
Scott Ballard
leadership coach, entrepreneur, author · Confidence Coach LLC
1 appearance on this show
Ryan Brown
former anesthesiologist turned real estate entrepreneur · The Mountaintop at Grand Geneva
1 appearance on this show
Katherine Pomerantz
actress-turned-accountant
1 appearance on this show
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