Podcasts Episodes

How to Ask for Help: Working with Freelancers and Asking for Favors

In this episode, I share my top 10 tips for asking for favors when self-publishing your book. Whether you're paying professional freelancers or asking for help from family and friends, it's important to be courteous and professional — I'll show you how to do that.

Why I Hate Self-Publishing: Hi, I’m Carrie Rollwagen

Welcome to Everybody Hates Self-Publishing, the podcast that explores the good, the bad and the ugly of creating and producing your own work. In this introduction to the podcast, I'll explain why I'm producing this podcast and what I hope to cover in this season. I hope you love it!

Navigating Unplanned Homeschooling with Susan Rollwagen

Susan Rollwagen, Carrie’s mom and owner and founder of performance consultant company Pepperbox Solutions, is back on the podcast this week for a deep dive into homeschooling. Susan and her husband, Mike, homeschooled Carrie and her sister for a year to navigate a time with a lot of changes for their family. Susan talks about balancing a full curriculum and busy schedules, and providing structure while still giving some flexibility.

Email with a purpose Let's Keep in Touch

Good news (and practical tips) for small businesses — we're not into being pushy or spammy.