An Inspiring Recovery: Neil McCarthy on Writing, Healing, and Hope

Stop Selling Hours, Start Selling Who They Become

I used to charge $150 an hour and it made me sick to do it. Not because the number was wrong. Because I was still thinking in hours. And hours are never the real story. In this episode, I share the third key that changed everything as I built Green Heart Living Press into a sustainable, six-figure business with location and time freedom. This is the third in a five-part series on the breakthroughs that got me here. In this episode, we focus on moving from hourly work to transformation-focused packages. You'll hear: * Why nobody actually cares how many hours something takes them * The real question every client is asking, even when they don't say it out loud * How I stopped selling "a book" and started selling who someone gets to become * Why the people who fall away when you get clear on this are the right people to lose * A guided moment to get clear on the transformation you provide This isn't just for authors. If you're building anything centered on growth and change, this episode is for you. Catch up on the series: Episode 174 — How I Built a Six-Figure Business with Location Freedom Episode 175 — From Burnout to Book: How Publishing a Book Changed My Life Episode 178 — Leading with You: How Authenticity Built My Business Ready to find out what transformation you're really offering? If this episode stirred something in you, or if you're an author sitting on a book you haven't started (or finished), let's talk. Book a free consult with Elizabeth here [https://greenheartliving.hbportal.co/schedule/62e3f0aa980afc0224a09524]

The Nearest Thing to Heaven: Uncovering a WWII Spy's Untold Life

Host Elizabeth Hill talks with authors Nan Temkin Dudley and Katina Le Kerr about their new book, The Nearest Thing to Heaven, a deeply researched historical novel based on the life of a daring World War II spy from Malta. They discuss the writing journey, traveling the world to interview sources, and the book’s evolution from a screenplay into a full-length novel. The heroine, Mary, is "one of the original badasses." Readers are sure to be inspired by her courage and desire to break free from the societal expectations of her time.  In addition to sharing Mary's story, the authors provide insights on collaboration, the importance of editing, and practical advice for writers. Learn how to connect with them and find the book at https://thenearestthingtoheaven.com [https://thenearestthingtoheaven.com]

Turn Your Book Into Paid Speaking Gigs

Jasmine Rice, founder of VoiceQuest Agency, explains how authors can turn their books into paid speaking opportunities by focusing on the problem their book solves and the transformation they deliver. She outlines what event planners buy—clear outcomes, practical takeaways, and a repeatable framework—plus tips on pricing, networking, and using free speaking to gain experience. This episode covers the differences between conference keynotes and corporate/professional-development bookings, how to position your message for organizations, and actionable steps authors can take to move from an author mindset to a paid-speaker mindset. This episode is an excerpt from the Abundant Author® Expert Series run by Elizabeth Hill. To learn more about Jasmine Rice and her agency: https://www.voicequestagency.com/about-us [https://www.voicequestagency.com/about-us] This episode is an excerpt from the Abundant Author® Expert Series: https://www.greenheartliving.com/author-expert-series [https://www.greenheartliving.com/author-expert-series]

Opening to Receive: A Guided Meditation for Abundance and Rest

Elizabeth guides a calming, guided meditation designed to awaken your body, mind, and heart to the practice of receiving. Through gentle breath work, body awareness, and a visualized figure-eight energy loop, this session helps you acknowledge your efforts, invite abundance, and welcome the return of the good you have sown. Rest, reflect, and (when ready) journal your experience so that you may  carry this receptive energy into your day.

Dream Boxes of Hope: How Karen Turned Pain into Purpose

In this episode, Karen Druziako shares the origin story of her nonprofit Be Happy, Dream Big and the Dream Boxes she creates for children and adults to capture hopes, goals, and daily gratitude. She tells how caregiving, severe injuries, and personal perseverance led her to build a mission that spreads hope — delivering boxes to Boys & Girls Clubs, creating a 14-day guided journal, and earning national recognition. Listen for practical steps she uses to help kids and adults clarify dreams, take action toward them, and find joy even through hardship.  Learn more about her mission at https://www.behappydreambig.org [https://www.behappydreambig.com]