The Writing at the Red House Podcast

In this episode, Michelle Cushatt and Kathi Lipp unearth some practicalities when it comes to uncovering ways to know one's speaking audience. In order to honor the audience, a speaker needs to unearth the background, environment, flavor of the surrounding area, current events, and perceived needs of the event coordinator. Paul's words to the church in Galatians 6:10 speaks to those of us who speak as well: "So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith." You do not want to miss this invaluable episode!

In this episode, authors and speakers Michelle Cushatt and Kathi Lipp, delve into the world of audience need. One cannot begin to connect with one's readership without first assessing the needs and immediate pain of said readership. Michelle provides a comprehensive list of ways to glean information about the needs of the audience with five great suggestions. You do not want to miss this episode if you are a writer and/or aspiring one.

In this episode, hosts Michelle Cushatt and Kathi Lipp talk with writer and encourager, Glynnis Whitwer. Glynnis is on staff with Proverbs 31 Ministries as the Executive Director of Communications. She is one of the writers of Encouragement for Today, the Proverbs 31 e-mail devotions, with over 950,000 daily readers. She is the author and co-author of 9 books, including her latest Taming the To-Do List: How to Choose Your Best Work Every Day. Glynnis provides some amazing tools for writing success and encourages all those who feel a call to write to do so! The listener will glean some insight and practical steps for writing, as well as be eligible for a book giveaway of Glynnis' latest book!

In the last decade, the market has been flooded with self-published books. In this episode of Communicator Academy, publishing guru and agent of Books and Such, Rachelle Gardner uncovers the secrets behind self-publishing, current market trends, and the strengths of traditional publishing. She provides six great questions one should ask before diving into the rigors of self-publishing and the rigors therein: 1) Are you motivated by a dream? 2) Have you pursued traditional publishing? 3) Who is your audience? 4) What is your timeline? 5) Do you have the money and resources to invest in the project? 6) Are you a control or collaboration person? You do not want to miss this fact-filled episode or the wisdom one can glean from it. Rachelle has worked alongside both Kathi Lipp and Michelle Cushatt, the podcast hosts, in their writing endeavors.

In the last decade, the market has been flooded with self-published books. In this episode of Communicator Academy, publishing guru Rachelle Gardner uncovers the secrets behind self-publishing, current market trends, and the strengths of traditional publishing. She provides six great questions one should ask before diving into the rigors of self-publishing and the rigors therein: 1) Are you motivated by a dream? 2) Have you pursued traditional publishing? 3) Who is your audience? 4) What is your timeline? 5) Do you have the money and resources to invest in the project? 6) Are you a control or collaboration person? You do not want to miss this fact-filled episode or the wisdom one can glean from it. Rachelle has worked alongside both Kathi Lipp and Michelle Cushatt, the podcast hosts, in their writing endeavors.

Successful authors, Michelle Cushatt and Kathi Lipp explore the advantages of creating a writing rhythm. In this episode, they discuss some ordinary steps that can produce extraordinary results. Any budding author or even one who is struggling with writer's block will be encouraged by the practical insight this podcast provides!

The opening portion (commonly known as "the opener") of a talk can be daunting. In this episode, Michelle Cushatt and Kathi Lipp employ the use of experience, wisdom, and past mistakes to provide the components of a great opener for every speaker. They communicate in their usual delightful way the four characteristics: prepared, clear, objective-driven, and audience centered. This is a great tool for the novice or experience speaker.

Amy Carroll

In this insightful episode, Kathi Lipp and Michele Cushatt uncover the fine line between sharing one's story out of authenticity and desperation. They provide biblical insight and perspective on how best discern when to tell your story, whether in writing or as a speaker.

Michelle and Kathi interview Susy Flory as she uncovers some of the secrets of writing memoir.

Kim Nowlin dives into the world of fashion and communicates the importance of celebrating who you are whilst honoring your audience at the same time. She provides practical insight to the types of fashion styles and how best to choose items for your speaking wardrobe.

Lipp and Cushatt on fostering success by leading yourself effectively

Blogging guru, Laura Christiansen and Kathi Lipp uncover the the 6 buckets of content for success and ways to overcome facebook fatigue.

Have you ever questioned your calling or asked the question, “who am I”? In this valuable podcast, author and speaker, Renee Swope tackles self-doubt and criticism and how to listen instead to the voice of God. She identifies criticism, comparison, and conflict and how this “trifecta” of self-doubt can undermine the success of a speaker. She and host, Kathi Lipp, provide practical tips for how to best combat the voice that tells us we are “not enough”.

Welcome to the Communicator Academy podcast! Hosts Michele Cushatt and Kathi Lipp took a few minutes to sit down, introduce themselves and give you an idea of what this podcast is all about. Put your good earphones on, grab your favorite drink, and listen in. Learn why Kathi and Michele want to do this podcast, what their super powers are and what they have to offer YOU. Then meet us back here next Monday as we start digging in to tips on how to become the communicator God made you to be.