The Smutlancers Podcast

Looking Back to Help Plan Future Goals

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 18:32:55 GMT

In this week's episode, the last of 2020, we talk about looking back on what you did (or didn't) accomplish for the year to help you set your goals for the upcoming year.

In this episode:

You don't have to wait for an arbitrary date to implement new goals.
Nothing inherently magical happens on January 1.
Think about what you don't want to do anymore just as much as what you do want to do.
Consider short-term goals.
Figure out your organizational system. We highly recommend planners.

Links from the episode:

My PA Planner

Circle Planner – Use code MOLLYMOORE to save 10 percent off

The Smutlancers Community on Patreon

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KaylaLords.com

Molly's Daily Kiss

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Quick Update: Podcast Schedule Change

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 21:32:25 GMT

Nothing much going on in this episode other than a small podcast schedule change for the rest of 2020. Hopefully, by the December episode, we'll be able to tell you what the podcast will look like in 2021, but we're still figuring that out.

Our plan is to take this extra time to write more blog content, so we're definitely NOT going anywhere.

In this episode:

Podcast schedule change
Only one more episode in 2020 – first Monday in December

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Managing Multiple Social Media Accounts

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 15:37:58 GMT

We've been asked a few times, “How do I handle multiple Twitter accounts?” And our response is, “We wish we knew!” That's because, we feel like we struggle with the balance of personal social media, professional social media, and social media management on behalf of clients. So yes, if you find it difficult to do, you're definitely not alone.

That being said, we have come up with strategies, tools, and methods to do the best we can. So let's talk about it. In this episode, we mention Twitter and Instagram primarily, but we think it holds true for any social media platform you're on. Finding the balance of posting enough and having the right voice is tough.

In this episode:

Why you might need to manage multiple accounts
How to decide on a different voice for each
How to stay within a brand’s voice
Tools to use
Mistakes we made and make

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When Your Website is Hacked

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 18:19:19 GMT

We hope it never happens to anyone, but we also know it can happen to anyone — your sex blog gets hacked. What do you do now? How do you prevent it from happening? That's what Michael and Molly are talking about this week on the podcast!

In this episode:

Why sites get hacked
How it happens
What to do when it happens
How to prevent it from happening

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Facing a Few Fears and Realities

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 20:27:40 GMT

I honestly didn't (and still don't) know what to call this week's episode. Instead of the topic I planned, I took you into my thought process, a few fears, a couple of realization, and no clear resolution. So….life, basically. When forced to face a smutlancing fear, I figured a few things out. Not that I know quite what to do with that information.

Links from the episode:

Buy 31 Days of Erotic Fiction

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Smutlancers Q&A: October 2020 Mailbag

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 21:12:36 GMT

Smutlancers ask some of the best questions, and we love answering them! This month, we answer questions about estimating your time, taking sexy pictures, remaining professional when a brand disappoints you, invoicing, and more!

In this episode:

Get your copy of 31 Days of Erotic Fiction now!
Estimating the time work will take to complete
Deciding how often to pitch
Taking sexy photos
Calling in or out an adult brand on inclusivity
Deadlines on invoices
Deciding whether to pitch an idea or use it for your blog

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Buy 31 Days of Erotic Fiction

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Revealing Our Fever Dream: Obscene Ideas

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 12:06:43 GMT

This may be the most exciting set of show notes I've ever had the chance to write. In this episode, there's squeeing, too, so be warned. We're finally ready to reveal our fever dream to the world and share our newest project with everyone: Obscene Ideas. Not only are we telling you what it is, but we're talking about how we made it happen — the people we worked with, the resources we used, and the way we approached the entire project.

Also, what we talk about in this episode is just the beginning. We have many more plans in the works — both for Obscene Ideas and in general. Stay tuned!

In this episode:

Our new project is an attempt to answer one question we get all the time and one complaint we hear from sex writers all the time: What do I do when I don’t have any ideas or inspiration?
We've put together our first digital product, and you can pre-order it through October 11, 2020!
The website is obsceneideas.com. On Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, you can follow us at obscene ideas (all one word).
Subscribe to the newsletter to follow our blog where we’ll share blogging and writing tips and tricks to help you improve your technical skills.
We want to build a community around this project so people who purchase the workbook and join in online will be able to link their work in a blog-meme-style way.
The pre-sale price is $10. Starting October 12, the price goes up to $15.
To make this project a reality, we relied heavily on people we trust:
- Violet Fawkes for graphics
- Michael Knight for web development
- Our beta readers for their invaluable feedback
- The Smutlancers community for always asking such good questions and supporting us even when we kept the plan a secret.

Links from the episode:

Obscene Ideas

Buy 31 Days of Erotic Fiction

Follow Obscene Ideas on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook

Turning Your Fever Dreams Into Something Real (podcast episode 99)

Violet Fawkes

Michael Knight

Designrr.io (the offer we used)

BookBrush

Canva (affiliate link)

Buffer

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A Conversation with Victoria Blisse

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 22:49:01 GMT

In our episode on the Smutlancers rebrand, we told you we planned to feature more interviews between Molly and our fellow smutlancers! This week, she talks to Victoria Blisse (she/her) about her smutlancing career that spans several years — longer than you might realize!

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Victoria Blisse's website

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Dealing With That Thing You Really Don’t Want to Do

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 23:23:04 GMT

We've talked about procrastination in the past, and I've mentioned that when you feel it, there's a reason for it. Sometimes it's because you have to do a thing you don't want to do — but you have to do it anyway. Or maybe you don't.

That's what I'm talking about in this week's podcast episode!

In this episode:

I love all desire to do work I wanted to do. My procrastination was at level 100.
Add in some not-so-nice self-talk and almost taking time off (time I couldn't afford to take off).
There was a thing I really didn't want to do, but it was something only I could do.
Dread and fear lead to a block of my creativity, motivation, and productivity.
There are only two options: do it or don't.
How do you know which to choose?

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September 2020 Mailbag: Smutlancers Community Q&A Edition

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 13:50:36 GMT

Continuing with our theme of all-Smutlancers, all-the-time (sort of) since the rebrand, we decided to use this month's mailbag episode to answer questions asked in the Smutlancers community. In a relatively short amount of time, many questions were asked. For community members, they get an answer as soon as someone can reply — even if it's not from Molly or myself. For anyone curious about how helpful the Smutlancers community can be, here's a peek into the “ask anything” channel in our Slack group.

In this episode:

Using blog meme badges
Running giveaways
Blocking an IP address
Keeping cloned sites
Advice on writing a bio
Updating themes
Shipping items without a PO box
Using a name vs site name
Gaining Twitter followers
What to write in a newsletter
Writing through depression
Newsletter pop-ups
Re-sizing images already uploaded on your blog
Best time to send professional emails
Getting the courage to pitch a major publication

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The Smutlancers Community on Patreon

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Rebranding the Smutlancers

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 12:04:39 GMT

This week's episode is a long time in coming, as are the changes you may be noticing around the website or on social media. In this episode, we announce the changes we've made as part of the Smutlancers rebrand -- and we talk about what we did to make it happen.

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All About Smutathon 2020

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 15:51:57 GMT

In this week's episode, Molly talks to Amy Norton (she/her), professional smutlancer and founder of Smutathon. Love to write about smut? Want to support a worthy charity? Whether you want to write for a good cause or flex your smut-writing abilities (or both), this episode is for you. Learn all about Smutathon and how you can get involved in this episode.

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Everything is a Process

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 20:27:57 GMT

We almost never have an idea on Monday and reveal a fully fleshed out reality by Friday. It takes time and patience. Along the way, we need to recognize progress and successes as they occur, even if they don't match the finished picture we have in our heads.

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Smutlancer Q&A: August 2020 Mailbag

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:03:48 GMT

Every month, Molly and I answer smutlancer questions in our mailbag episode. This month, we answer questions on where to pitch your writing, how to stay consistent, and how to apologize less often.

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Finding the Balance When You Can’t Keep Up

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 14:23:17 GMT

Keep up with what? It could be anything, but specific to our conversation, we refer to your (and our) to-do list, goals, work promised to clients, etc. The topic comes from a question Quinn Rhodes (ze/hir) asked us about maintaining a work-life balance when chronic conditions (like mental health) get in the way -- without working seven days a week and burning yourself out (or making yourself worse).

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Picking a WordPress Theme

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 21:31:44 GMT

In this week's episode, Molly and Michael talk about picking a WordPress theme for your site! This is an extremely important decision -- but it can also be a difficult one. Whether your current site needs an update or you're building a new site, give this episode a listen!

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Collaborating In the Way That Works for You

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 21:05:00 GMT

This week's episode is a mash-up of two ideas I thought I had strong opinions about: collaboration and hiring people to do the tasks you can't or don't want to do. As in past episodes, this is a look at my current experience and thinking on the topic, as well as (hopefully) a few useful tips.

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Smutlancers Q&A: July 2020 Mailbag

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 22:14:38 GMT

Every month we answer questions from Smutlancers on a variety of topics. This month, the questions went a bit deeper from navigating how to speak about (and stand-up for) more inclusivity in the sex blogging community to how to support causes that matter to you. (Also, it's episode 100 but we had no idea when we recorded this!)

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Turning Your Fever Dreams Into Something Real

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 21:31:39 GMT

Neither Molly nor myself are immune to big dreams. In fact, we thrive on them. But sometimes those big dreams are more like fever dreams and have no basis in reality. In this week's episode, we talk about a recent(ish) fever dream from late 2019 that we're only just now turning into something real. More importantly, we're sharing lessons we've learned and things we're doing differently.

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How to Be Trans Inclusive: A Conversation with Quinn Rhodes

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 15:03:34 GMT

We talk to Quinn Rhodes (ze/hir) about how smutlancers and content creators can be more inclusive of trans and non-binary people.

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Traffic Ups and Downs

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 19:36:35 GMT

Looking at your website stats recently and feeling bummed that traffic is down? That dip might have nothing to do with your site or your content. In this episode, Molly discusses seasonal traffic spikes and dips and also how traffic flow can change due to things that are completely out of your control.

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A Professional to the End

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 20:06:03 GMT

Basically, I became very anxious about telling a client I could no longer work with them, overprepared, lost sleep, and made the "perfect" plan. I forgot that a plan means nothing if the other person decides to react differently than you expect them to. Ultimately, my goal in this situation was to be a professional until the very end.

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Smutlancers Q&A: June 2020 Mailbag

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 22:32:13 GMT

This month, we answered questions on raising your rates, feeling guilty for your income, and using editorial calendars.

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On Starting and Stopping Projects

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 14:33:56 GMT

I haven't met a smutlancer yet that wasn't filled with ideas -- and doubts about how to execute them. After last week's episode, Molly and I sat down to discuss how we approach starting new things AND deciding when to stop ongoing projects. Tl, dr: It's complicated.

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No One Can Decide the Right Path For You

Tue, 26 May 2020 14:15:56 GMT

In this episode, I let it get weird and share some of my own thoughts on making shifts, changing paths, and deciding which direction to follow. I share not because I have answers but to show that it's a messy process.

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What Camera Should I Use?

Mon, 18 May 2020 23:33:27 GMT

Taking sexy pictures for your website or to sell access to? You might wonder what kind of camera you should use to get started or to take great pictures. In this week's episode, Molly walks you through what you should use and how to use it best.

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Smutlancers Q&A: May 2020 Mailbag

Mon, 11 May 2020 13:21:23 GMT

This month, we answered several questions in a rapid-fire style because they were GREAT questions! Also, we answer a question on the decision to self-publish your erotica or go the more traditional route as an erotica author.

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Your Accounting and Money Evolution as a Smutlancer

Mon, 04 May 2020 21:38:44 GMT

We're not tax, accounting, bookkeeping, or money experts AT ALL, but all of those things have evolved as we've grown as smutlancers. So we recorded ourselves talking about it, while trying to throw in a few helpful tips.

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What is Time Anymore?

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:36:39 GMT

In this week's podcast episode, Molly talks about figuring out how to find a routine that works for you, regardless of what the clock says, and feeling like you've accomplished something even as your never-ending to-do list waits for you.

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Tips for Working with Editors of Other Websites

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 14:17:03 GMT

Not every smutlancer pitches their ideas to other websites, but many do. If you're a writer, it's likely that you've done it or considered it. In this episode, I'm speaking specifically about writing non-fiction. Sites that publish fiction have slightly different expectations and requirements (although some of these tips are universal).

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Smutlancers Q&A: April 2020 Mailbag

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 14:54:42 GMT

Every month, Molly and I answer questions from our fellow smutlancers. We don’t think we have all the answers, but we’re happy to share what we’ve figured out (often the hard way). In this episode: Writing smut when your libido is low Reading and commenting on other blog posts Using the “extra” time to grow our blog and the community Links from the episode: 30 Day Orgasm Fun (2020 edition) from Tabitha Rayne Building Your Audience Through Comments and Conversation (blog post) Why Community Matters (podcast episode 7) The Smutlancers Community on Patreon Follow The Smutlancer on Instagram, Twitter, and...

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Smutlancing in a Pandemic

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 13:54:02 GMT

It didn't feel right coming back from a brief break on the podcast and NOT discussing the state of the world, at least from the perspective of how we're handling things. Pardon the ramble, but we wanted to talk about these things so we can firmly move on from the topic (while also acknowledging the reality of how pandemics impact our smutlancer lives) in future episodes.

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Growing on Patreon

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 14:29:29 GMT

It can be a struggle to find the sweet spot of enough patrons to make a difference in your income while also offering the right benefits/perks to entice people to pledge. I don't have all the answers, but in this episode, I share what I've learned over the years about using Patreon.

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Smutlancers Q&A: March 2020 Mailbag

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 23:25:44 GMT

In this month’s mailbag/Q&A episode, we answer questions from other smutlancers on consistency, time management, lead magnets, and more! In this episode: Get answers to questions faster — and from an entire community — by joining the Smutlancers Community Best practices for defining a writing niche How consistent do you need to be when creating content? Tips for overwhelmed smutlancers with long to-do lists Do lead magnets work in adult content or is better for non-adult sites? Links from the episode: The Smutlancers Community on Patreon Follow The Smutlancer on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook Follow Eroticon on Twitter and Instagram...

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Dealing with Shitty Comments

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 13:30:35 GMT

When you put yourself out into the online world, shitty comments (sadly) will happen. Should they? Of course not. But will they? Eventually. So how do you deal with it? What do you do? Molly and I share our thoughts in this week’s episode. In this episode: This topic comes from a suggestion from someone in our Smutlancers Community. Not all comments are the same. Shitty comments are different from feedback and constructive criticism. Yes, sometimes criticism makes you feel bad but that doesn’t automatically make it a shitty one. You get to determine how you handle comments on your...

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All About Your About Me Page

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 13:30:32 GMT

This week Molly talks about "about me" pages - why you need one and what it should be like. You have spent hours working on SEO and getting people to your site. Now how do you keep them there and give them the best experience possible when they are there. About me pages are a key part of doing both those things.

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Making a Work with Me Page

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 13:30:58 GMT

I kept this short and sweet as a quick run-down of how to make a "work with me" or "hire me" page for your website -- what to include or not and why it's a good idea to have one.

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How to Find New Readers

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 13:30:43 GMT

If you have a sex blog or run a sex educational/informational site, it's the question you probably ask yourself the most. How do you grow your audience, bring more people to your site, and find new readers? There are as many ways to do that as there are people in the world. And no single magic formula

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Answering Your Questions: February 2020 Mailbag

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 13:00:38 GMT

Anyone who keeps up with the order of podcast episodes (only me? That’s okay, too) might notice that the mailbag episode is a bit early this month. Yeah, we know. Technical difficulties abound, sadly. Next week Molly and I will bring you a big topic — after we re-record it, lol. And I believe we reference the episode in this mailbag, so keep in mind it’ll be out NEXT WEEK. Thanks to the smutlancers who provided questions for this episode! In this episode: How to be a smutlancer and create content when you have a day job What’s the best...

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An Introduction to the Gutenberg Editor

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 13:30:34 GMT

For all things website and tech related, there's really only one place to go -- the dynamic duo of Molly Moore and Michael Knight. In this week's episode they discuss the new(ish) Gutenberg editor for Wordpress. For those of us who are clinging to the Classic editor in WP, our time is drawing to a close.

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The Power of a Morning Routine

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 13:30:45 GMT

Essentially, this is about the routine you create to get yourself ready to work. Ready to create; ready to sit down and get things done. Yours doesn't need to look like mine, but making your own may be worth the effort, especially if it helps you achieve your goals and get more done.

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We Answer Your Questions: January 2020 Mailbag

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 13:30:13 GMT

In this month's mailbag episode, we answered two questions received in December that many of us want to know more about -- negotiations and how to make our sites work more efficiently (in search, especially) when we have limited time.

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Coming Back from a Break

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 13:30:16 GMT

As its the first episode of 2020 after a two week break from the holidays, we figured it made sense to talk about coming back from a break. Whether that's from a short vacation/holiday or because you needed a longer hiatus to regroup and re-energize.

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On Uncategorized Blog Posts

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 13:00:02 GMT

Want to have a better, searchable, clickable, readable site? Never, EVER leave a blog post uncategorized. In this week's episode Molly discusses why they're important and how to use them.

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The Fear of Stopping

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 14:00:42 GMT

This week's episode discusses goal setting from a different angle -- the fear we sometimes feel when we decide to stop doing something. Change can be scary, and not just new changes we've never done before. Stopping or ending a thing we've done for a long time can make us fearful or unsettled, too.

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December 2019 Mailbag Episode

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 14:00:44 GMT

This month we talk about goal setting, trying to get it all done, and being marketable without compromising who you are.

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Setting Goals You Can Achieve

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:00:37 GMT

So close to the end of the year, it seemed appropriate to talk about goal setting. We’re not telling you what to goals to set for yourself or how to choose them. If you’re listening to this podcast, you’ve probably got a million goals you want to achieve already. We’re taking a different approach — this is about how to view your goal setting process and your goals once they’re set. In this episode: How we view goal setting Looking at what we’re already doing — figuring out what to continue and what to stop Long-term planning instead of getting...

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Why You Need a Planner in Your Life

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 12:00:46 GMT

The year is almost over, and if you’re like us, you’re already starting to think about next year. If getting organized and feeling at least a LITTLE less stressed, Molly shares her experiences with the Circle Planner (her planner of choice) AND a giveaway (scroll to the bottom to enter)! Note: Some of the links below are affiliate links. This means when you make a purchase, Molly makes a little cash. In this episode: Why Molly uses a planner How she got into the Circle Planner Why she’s sticking with this planner Lessons learned Enter the giveaway (scroll down) Links...

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7 Steps To Have a More Productive Week

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 14:00:30 GMT

I'm giving you a checklist, a series of things to do to see improvement. Yeah, it's not my usual style, but I think most of these steps can help you be more productive. And by "productive" I don't mean hustle-and-grind-it-out. I mean, get the stuff done you want to get done and accomplish the goals you've set for yourself.

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November 2019 Mailbag

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 13:45:40 GMT

It’s time for the November mailbag episode. Molly and I answer questions on self-publishing, staying anonymous, how we write as much as we do, and more! In this episode: How to develop a consistent writing practice and how to make yourself start How do we write as much as we do? Is Kindle the best way to self publish? Is it feasible to write smut for a short while and then stop? Can someone stay anonymous while writing smut? Links from the episode: List of Blogging Memes Ask the Smutlancer The Smutlancers Community on Patreon Follow The Smutlancer on Instagram,...

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Dealing with Burn Out

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 13:08:06 GMT

This week, Molly and I are talking about something that effects all of us at some point or another -- burn out. When it happens, you have to deal with it. But there may even be ways to avoid it completely -- at least that's what we're hoping.

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Don’t Be a Stats Whore (All the Time)

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 12:46:57 GMT

A lot of us obsess over our stats and want the numbers to be better than they are. In this week's podcast episode, Molly and Michael talk about using your stats in a way that actually helps you -- including what tools to use and how to get the most from the information your stats provide.

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Give Yourself Time to Accomplish Your Goals

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 13:33:50 GMT

Depending on who you listen to, it takes 10,000 hours to master a skill or it takes ten years to find “success”depending on how you define it. Whether either are true or not, both numbers give me hope. They tell me I’ve got time to achieve my goals and become better at what I do. And I think the same is true for you, too. Try not to be in such a rush and realize that you don’t have to figure it all out right away. Links from the episode: Ask the Smutlancer The Smutlancers Community on Patreon Follow The...

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October 2019 Mailbag

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 13:00:06 GMT

In this month's mailbag episode, we answer several questions AND respond to comments. There's even a Molly rant towards the end. We're talking about copyright, trademarks, self hosting, publishing erotic books, and pitching yourself for the smutlancer job you want.

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Dealing with Imposter Syndrome

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 13:03:15 GMT

Spoiler alert: Both Molly and I have some level of imposter syndrome, and even though we both know better, it still gets to us more often than we'd like. We're talking about our experiences with it, our tips for dealing with it, and most importantly, forgiving yourself when you realize you let it get to you.

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Show Me the Money: Sponsored Content and Advertising

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 13:00:11 GMT

One big way that many smutlancers make a little (or a lot of) cash is through sponsored content and ads. We talk about it a LOT around here, and this week, Molly Moore and Michael Knight are sharing their perspectives from a technical and ethical perspective.

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Using Vanilla Platforms for Adult Content

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 13:00:23 GMT

As adult content creators, we're constantly shadowbanned, kicked off platforms, and told our content isn't welcome. Censorship is wrong and needs to be fought at all levels. But there are also realities of using non-adult (aka vanilla) platforms when you create adult content.

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September 2019 Mailbag

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 13:00:04 GMT

Molly and I are back again for another mailbag episode where we answer questions from smutlancers, sex bloggers, and people who are curious about how this whole thing works! Ask your questions too -- it doesn't have to be about making money or getting clients. It can be about staying motivated, finding ideas, or juggling professional and personal goals, and much much more!

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Choosing the Right Social Media Platform (for You)

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 13:00:06 GMT

A lot of sex bloggers and adult content creators worry about which social media platform to be on -- or if they should be on all of them. Be shocked...we have opinions. This is a rather long episode, but we go through the big three -- Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram -- and a few you might not have considered in the past.

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Self Hosting for Your Sex Blog or Adult Website

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 13:00:12 GMT

Every chance we get, Molly, Michael, and I plead with sex bloggers and adult content creators to self-host their content. Yes, there's an expense to it (think of it as an investment) and sometimes you have to wait until you can afford to do it. But it's the only real way to protect your work and not get (completely) booted off platforms.

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The Importance of Connections and Relationships

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 13:08:55 GMT

"Networking" is the term we hear most often when it comes to forging professional connections and relationships. That sounds like a ring of Hell to me. But one thing is true -- connections and relationships do help us achieve our smutlancing goals, grow our income, and build a career. Today I'm sharing what I've learned through connections I've built over the years.

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August 2019 Mailbag

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 13:00:27 GMT

Molly and I are back for our second mailbag episode, and we answer questions from smutlancers just like you! This month, we talk pitching, promoting Patreon, and more!

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What It’s Like Working From Home

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 13:00:20 GMT

We are only two examples of what it can mean to work from home, but this is our reality. If you've got a picture in your mind of what it must be like (believe us, we know), this may or may not burst that bubble.

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Looking at Your Sex Blog with a Critical Eye

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 13:00:43 GMT

In this week's Smutlancer podcast, Molly Moore and her husband, Michael Knight aka DomSigns, share their presentation from Eroticon 2019: looking at your website/sex blog with a critical eye. If you know your site needs work but don't know where to start, this episode will help!

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Letting Your Imperfections Show

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 13:00:54 GMT

Knowing your work isn't "perfect" stops many creators from hitting publish. But the truth is that none of us are perfect, and if you want to reach big goals, you've got to put your work out into the world anyway.

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July 2019 Mailbag

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 13:00:23 GMT

Kayla Lords and Molly Moore answer smutlancer questions in episode 52 of the Smutlancers podcast. Topics include blog monetization, branding, stockphotos, about pages, and more!

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Collaboration (The New Smutlancers Podcast!)

Mon, 08 Jul 2019 13:08:20 GMT

After a several month hiatus, the Smutlancers podcast is back and in a new format. Twice the opinions, twice the laughs, and twice the experience -- I'm joined by Molly Moore as co-host. In episode 51, we're talking about the importance of collaboration and how to do it.

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It’s Okay to Take Breaks

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 14:00:02 GMT

This is the 50th episode of the podcast! That feels like a huge milestone as well as a time for a small break. And in a completely self-serving way, that's what we're talking about this week...taking breaks and a few ideas on how to do it.

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Building Your Audience through Comments and Conversations

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 15:00:01 GMT

I don't believe responding to comments or commenting on other blogs and websites is the *only* way to build an engaged audience, but I do think it helps. If you want a more active and engaged audience, here are some tips on how to do that.

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Self Care as a Way to be More Productive

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 14:00:33 GMT

Self-care isn't just the indulgent stuff we do when we're stressed out (although I'm all for that). It's also the way we take care of ourselves so we can do more of the stuff we want to do. Basically, adulting can make us more productive.

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What to Do Instead of Waiting for Inspiration

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 14:00:54 GMT

No matter what kind of smutlancer you are, you're a creative person. Inspiration is a part of creativity, but you shouldn't rely on it to build your business. Here's what you can do instead of waiting around for inspiration to strike.

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When to Say Yes and When to Say No

Wed, 30 Jan 2019 17:00:14 GMT

When you’re first starting out, it’s hard to imagine a time when you’ll get the opportunity to say yes to something or that there will ever be a time when you’ll choose to say no. But both will happen, eventually. There is no single perfect way to know which is the right answer, but there are things to consider when you’re weighing your decisions. For the record, I’ve said yes to things because I didn’t have the privilege of saying no to them. Declining an offer of work for money can, at times, be an absolute privilege. I’ve also benefited...

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The Art of Asking

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 14:10:15 GMT

In order to learn new things and get ahead, sometimes we have to ask -- for help, time, and/or money. And the longer you put content out into the world, the more likely you are to get asked for something -- help, time, and/or money. There's an art to asking and being asked..

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Getting Paid as a Smutlancer: Setting Your Rates

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 20:39:54 GMT

In episode 44 we dive into the topic of setting your rates, as a sex blogger or a freelancer working with clients. There is no universal or even minimal rate to charge. It takes thought and planning to figure out your rates.

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Bringing Intention, Focus, and Patience to Your Smutlancing Goals

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 19:24:08 GMT

In episode 43 of the Smutlancer Podcast, let's talk about all those goals we set for 2019 and the ones we're still working on. Being intentional with our time and effort, focusing on the task, and being patient will help us all achieving our smutlancing goals.

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Goal Setting for a New Year

Wed, 19 Dec 2018 19:27:55 GMT

In this week’s episode — before I take two weeks off for the holidays — let’s talk about setting goals for next year that help you succeed. We’ve talked about goals in the past, but this conversation is about how you approach your goals so you have a better chance of achieving them. This week’s episode is brought to you by Blubrry, a podcasting hosting solution. I was sick last week so no episode and on vacation for the next two weeks so no episodes. I will return on January 9, 2019. The end of year is a time to...

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Deciding If It’s Time to Quit Your Day Job

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 21:45:56 GMT

This week’s topic was inspired by a conversation I recently had with Amy Norton of Coffee and Kink. How do you know when it’s the right time to quit your day job and become a full time smutlancer? I wish there was an easy answer, but life is never that simple. This is a really big conversation, and just the three points I chose to focus on took longer than normal. We’ll definitely come back to this topic, and if you’ve got questions, let me know — it might help me know where to begin when we talk about this...

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Finding Your Own Path

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 21:23:37 GMT

In this week’s episode, I want to encourage everyone to stop worrying about what “everyone” does or that “no one” does the thing you want to try. As a freelancer, a sex blogger, a creative person of any kind, the best thing we can ever do is find and follow our own path. Even if it doesn’t look like what anyone else seems to be doing. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by Blubrry, a podcasting hosting solution. Many of us want to do what’s right, but that means we get stuck in doing what other...

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Being Thankful as a Smutlancer and Sex Blogger

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 15:00:22 GMT

Thanksgiving is nearly here for the U.S., and it’s a time when many of us start thinking about what we’re thankful for. While there are a lot of legitimate challenges and dumpster fires in the world, there are things we can be grateful for, too. If we don’t hold onto the bright spots where we can find them, it’s easy to think all is lost. In this episode, I let my optimistic side out for a bit and share what I believe most of us can be thankful for as smutlancers and sex bloggers. In this episode: This week’s episode...

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When You Feel Like Quitting

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 15:00:34 GMT

In episode 38, I discuss that moment when you’re so overwhelmed that you feel like quitting on all your smutlancing goals. It happened to me quite recently, and I think I figured out a good process to use to deal with it. If you’ve felt that way, you’re not alone, and I don’t think we have to be stuck in that feeling either. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed We’ve talked about quitting in the past and sometimes quitting is a really good option. Not all feelings of wanting to quit are...

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Getting Paid as a Smutlancer

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 20:05:25 GMT

We spend a lot of time, as smutlancers, saying that we should be paid for our work, and that’s completely true. But once you’ve secured the agreement for payment, there’s still a lot of work to be done — and a lot of ways where things can go wrong. Deserving payment is one thing, but actually getting paid is another. In this episode, let’s talk about actually getting paid as a smutlancer. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed Different types of work and situations require different ways of handling payments You need...

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Feedback, Advice, and Helping Each Other Out

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 20:33:59 GMT

I’ve benefited greatly from the feedback of my audience, the advice of other bloggers, and simply being told about things I might not have seen otherwise. While a lot of “advice” has to be taken with a grain of salt, some feedback and offers to share thoughts and ideas really can help us all. The hard part is knowing when it’s given in good faith and figuring out what to do with feedback when we get it. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed In the past several weeks, I’ve been helped with...

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Smutlancers and Mental Health

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 16:44:08 GMT

In this week’s episode, let’s start talking about a big and important topic — mental health, smutlancing, and trying to make the two work together. I’m not an expert, and I don’t know what you should do, but I feel like I’ve learned a few truths about my own mental health. And how to still go after my goals. Mostly, I want anyone listening to know they’re not alone and their mental health isn’t something to be ashamed of. Since this is such a big topic, no one should think this is the only conversation we’ll have about mental health...

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Why Both Patience and the Hustle and Grind are Important

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 14:00:53 GMT

Some people will tell you to be patient as you work towards your smutlancing goals. Others will say you need to hustle and grind. After much listening, learning, and thinking, I believe you need both. Let’s talk about it. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed Hustle and grind has a bad reputation, but to me it’s what we do each and every day to further our goals. It doesn’t mean we’re on 100 percent of the time — but that we’ve made a plan and we’re committed to it. Patience is knowing...

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Thinking About Self-Promotion More Strategically SL033

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 14:44:39 GMT

This week, I’m talking about different ways sex bloggers can get in front of new audiences (that they don’t always take) and ways to think of self-promotion in a more strategic way. And why that’s a good thing for your sex blog and your smutlancing goals. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed We’re creative, and many of us are driven by inspiration and how we feel about our work. That’s what helps us create. But we also worry that we’re not good enough which can make us shy away from promotional opportunities....

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All About Eroticon: An Interview with Molly Moore

Wed, 03 Oct 2018 20:04:37 GMT

I’m back from my hiatus and happy to be podcasting again! For the first episode of October, let’s go big! In episode 32, I talk to my dear friend Molly Moore, who is also one of the organizers of Eroticon. If you don’t know, Eroticon is a conference for sex writers, bloggers, erotic authors, and anyone creating content about sex. Going in 2017 changed me, for the better, and validated all of my work leading to that moment and my dreams and goals going forward. It’s a life-changing experience, and if you can get there, I highly recommend it. In...

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Creating a Path to Reach Your Smutlancing Goals SL031

Wed, 29 Aug 2018 20:27:43 GMT

I’m not gonna lie. This week’s episode has me feeling vulnerable and emotional. It’s also longer than normal. Basically, my imposter syndrome is all over the damn place. But I hope it’s helpful and useful to you as you work towards your own smutlancing goals. This is one strategic path I’m taking to get some work done that I’ve had on my goals list for a while, but in order to do it, I have to get out of my comfort zone. I’m fairly certain that’s true for everyone. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by...

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Social Media Use and Presence — How Much is Enough? SL030

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 20:52:30 GMT

I’m back from a convention that wasn’t about business but purely about fun. Even though I’m going through con-drop, I’m also re-evaluating my relationship with social media. Not just as a private individual, but also as someone who wants to make a career online. I have no answers in this week’s episode. Only questions for all of us to consider. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed Pen name vs real name Total anonymity versus a few boundaries Sharing all of your feelings, good and bad, or not Politics or religion — a...

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We All Start at the Bottom SL029

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 16:00:51 GMT

This week’s episode is a bit rambling, likely a lot ranty, and in my defense, I was tired, lol. Okay so that’s not a good reason, but it’s one of those weird topics where I don’t want anyone to feel discouraged, but the truth might hurt. No one makes their top price when they get started. You have to start small, prove your abilities, add value, and raise your rates steadily, over time. Don’t accept pennies, but don’t expect the pay rate of someone with a decade of experience, either. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you...

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Getting Comfortable with Self-Promotion SL028

Wed, 08 Aug 2018 14:00:38 GMT

This week, I’m going with a theme — self-promotion. On Monday we talked about what’s not working, and on Friday, we talked about what good self-promotion looks like (links below). Today, though, let’s focus on getting comfortable with it. If promoting yourself makes you slightly uncomfortable, you’re not alone. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed. Even after all this time, self-promotion still makes me nervous. I blame imposter syndrome and the fear of spamming people. Start small. Schedule it — it gives you the feeling of being slightly removed from it all....

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When the Motivation Just Isn’t There SL027

Wed, 01 Aug 2018 14:00:36 GMT

Anyone who tries to tell you that you have to feel motivated to work towards your dreams and goals all the time is probably full of BS. Sometimes motivation is in short-supply. The options are to push forward anyway or to take a break until you’re ready to start again. Both are valid options — the trick is knowing which one to choose. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed. Motivation feels good when it’s pushing you forward. It sucks when you lose it. Sometimes you have to find way to keep going....

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When Your Mind Lies to You SL026

Wed, 25 Jul 2018 14:38:46 GMT

In this week’s episode, I talk about imposter syndrome and anxiety and about how our brains can make us believe things that aren’t true for a lot of other reasons. Mental illness is very real. I don’t offer solutions to every situation, only what’s worked for me in the past. Most importantly, I want to remind you and myself that we’re not alone and that others go through the worry, angst, and fear that our minds can put us through. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed. Imposter syndrome is not the same...

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Knowing When to Quit SL025

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 13:52:43 GMT

I’m one of those cheerful, optimistic, and determined people that doesn’t talk much about quitting. Mostly because I’ll (usually) do everything in my power to avoid it. But sometimes, the best choice you can make for yourself, your goals, and your sanity is to quit what isn’t working. So let’s talk about that on the podcast this week. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed. Quitting doesn’t have to mean that you’re a loser or you failed. Not all failures are bad. It means you tried something. There’s a difference between giving up...

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Slow Progress Isn’t a Sign of Failure SL024

Wed, 11 Jul 2018 13:00:34 GMT

I admit to going on a tangent in this one, but the overall message is pretty clear (hopefully): Slow progress isn’t a sign of failure. No shame if you’re moving at the speed of a sloth, y’all. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed. The overnight success probably worked for 10 years in obscurity before getting “found.” Some people write thousands of words a day and some write dozens. Believing you’re not doing enough can stop you in your tracks and make you think, “Why bother?’. Mentally berating yourself for not writing or...

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Dealing with Fear SL023

Wed, 04 Jul 2018 19:08:30 GMT

Fear seems to be on my mind this week. First a blog post (link below) and now 35 minutes on the topic in the podcast. We can’t always conquer fear, but we can learn how to run through, work around it, and deal with it. I hope these tips help you deal with your fear. In this episode: This week’s episode is brought to you by QuickBooks Self Employed. We fear being wrong. Afraid of offending Afraid of losing our anonymity. We need your voice anyway. Decide what you’ll do now. Being prepared can take the pressure off. Ask someone...

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How to Take Small Steps to Achieve Your Big Goals SL022

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 21:22:32 GMT

I never feel like I’m going enough or that I’ll ever reach my own goals, and I know other smutlancers feel the same way. Part rant, part ramble, here are my tips for how to take small steps to keep moving forward to achieve your big goals — especially when it seems like you’ll never get there. In this episode: Lack of inspiration and time make us wonder if it’s worth it Not seeing fast results can get us down Commit to a single task or goal — Write Every Damn Day in June Stop waiting for a big chunk...

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You Do What Others Won’t SL021

Wed, 13 Jun 2018 16:05:40 GMT

When I found myself recording multiple podcast episodes in the midnight hour between Monday night and Tuesday morning, I started thinking about all the things you and I do to make our dreams a reality. It was time to celebrate it — and I may or may not encourage you to play a silly “drinking game” while listening. In this episode: I recorded this episode at midnight. What sets us apart from others isn’t the amount of money we earn. It’s that we don’t do things like other people. We should never feel bad about taking care of our health...

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Saying Yes Even When You Don’t Think You’re Qualified SL020

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 01:21:58 GMT

Once you begin to make money as a smutlancer, you’ll start to get offers of jobs that you’re not sure you’re qualified to do. Sometimes you won’t be, but most of the time, your concern will be fear or imposter syndrome. This week let’s talk about why you ought to say yes even when you’re scared you won’t be able to do the job. In this episode: Did the show sound weird in episode 19? Yeah, we had a mic problem that didn’t get discovered until Friday morning. The more you put yourself out in the world as being for...

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How Your Partner Feels About Your Smutlancer Life SL019

Wed, 30 May 2018 21:03:04 GMT

John Brownstone (my husband and Dominant partner) joins me for a discussion about how your partner might feel about and react to your smutlancer life. If what you’re creating or writing about includes them, what they think matters very much. But even when you leave them out of your content, a supportive partner can make all the difference in how you feel about your professional goals. In this episode: As a creator, you don’t necessarily need permission to write and create smutty things. But when your partner is involved — talking about your sex life, taking pictures, etc — what...

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The Things You Should and Shouldn’t Do SL018

Wed, 23 May 2018 20:11:47 GMT

A huge thanks to Cara Thereon — one of my favorite people — for unintentionally inspiring this podcast episode. She started a discussion on Twitter about the practice of commenting on blogs and how to handle it, and she got me thinking. We all believe there are things we should or shouldn’t be doing as sex bloggers, smutlancers, creatives, and/or business people. And some of those things tend to stress us out, make us think we’re doing it wrong, or kill our creativity. This week, I share what I think we should do…and what we really shouldn’t. In this episode:...

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Writing About More than Sex to Jumpstart Your Writing Career SL017

Wed, 16 May 2018 21:30:20 GMT

If you’re here, I assume you either want to be a smutlancer or consider yourself one already. Creating content about sex is what this site is about, and it’s a personal passion of my own. But I wouldn’t be the freelancer I am without the vanilla content that pays the bills. For anyone else who wants to earn a steady income or ditch the day job, I make the case for looking for vanilla writing work to supplement your sex writing. In this episode: Writing about sex can earn you money Adding “vanilla” topics can help you go full-time You...

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Who Are You Writing For? SL016

Wed, 09 May 2018 23:25:50 GMT

The question came up, in a recent conversation, about who we write for. Do you write for yourself or your audience? Me? I write for both. Sometimes at the same time, and sometimes exclusively for one or the other. And when you write professionally, you’ve got two other groups to think about — the client and their audience. In this episode: Writing for yourself Writing for others You can write for both When you write professionally Links from the show: Blubrry.com – use code KaylaLords to get one month free! (affiliate offer) Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook KaylaLords.com...

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Just Keep Going SL0015

Wed, 02 May 2018 19:22:30 GMT

This week, I turned on the mic with no notes or script but with a message I repeat to myself a lot. And it’s one I’m sure other people need to…just keep going and do the best you can do. Links from the show: Blubrry.com – use code KaylaLords to get one month free! (affiliate offer) Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook KaylaLords.com Loving BDSM Masturbation Monday Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts Google Play Stitcher RSS feed

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The Case for Being More Generous With Your Audience SL014

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 22:53:06 GMT

When we share our personal sexual experiences, give advice on the best way to do this or the top number of [insert things to try here], our audience may consider us a resource for all kinds of information about sex. Some (but not all) of them may even seek our advice on more specific questions. As bloggers, educators, and content creators, we get to decide whether we’ll answer those questions and how we’ll handle those requests. In episode 14, I try to explain why I’m overly generous with my time, attention, and willingness to help those who ask for it....

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Why Authenticity Matters SL013

Wed, 18 Apr 2018 20:14:03 GMT

This week, after an unplanned for hiatus, I’m back and it’s time to discuss being authentic when you’re online and why it matters. Short answer? It helps build an audience, a brand, and ultimately, a business that earns you money. In this episode: Pardon the absence. Blame tech troubles. I went on a Twitter rant under my personal account. Which, when I say rant is more like a well-reasoned, mostly well edited monologue on a topic that matters to me. On the internet, the only thing we’ve really got is our word. Truth can be fuzzy online, especially in the...

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Podcasting 101: 2018 Eroticon Podcast Panel SL012

Wed, 28 Mar 2018 13:30:34 GMT

I haven’t had a chance to gush about 2018 Eroticon yet, but I will, and soon. Until then, take a listen to the podcasting panel I sat on with John Brownstone (my partner in crime over at Loving BDSM) and Andrew and Pixie of Kink Craft. Whether you were unable to attend the session while at Eroticon or you couldn’t get to Eroticon at all, we wanted you to have access to the content. If you’ve got more questions once you listen, feel free to reach out! In this episode: The type of equipment and software you can use to...

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Deciding Whether to Hit Publish or Not SL011

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 14:15:02 GMT

Sometimes writing a blog or making a thing is easy. We almost feel a compulsion to do it or we’re “on brand” so of course we’ll put it out there. But what happens when you want to (or do) write or make a thing, but you wonder if you “should” publish it? This week I’m sharing three reasons why you should hit publish most of the time. In this episode: I’m going on a two week hiatus for Eroticon and travel so no new podcast until March 28. The next episode should be (barring problems) the recording of the podcast...

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Advice from an Advice-Giver on Giving Advice

Wed, 28 Feb 2018 15:27:30 GMT

Not everyone who creates content wants to give advice, and frankly not everyone even should. But if you’re interested in offering your perspective on the world in a way that might help others, I have some, well, advice. Ultimately, you have to find what works for you. As someone who used to think there was nothing I could say to help others, I’ve found a way that builds connections and an audience while letting me sleep at night. Take as little or as much as you want from this episode. Ultimately, we all have to find the path that works...

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3 Things You Need for Your Website SL009

Wed, 21 Feb 2018 15:00:52 GMT

As someone trying to earn money and build a career off of the sexy, smutty stuff you make, your website must work. While you can’t prevent crashes (or most of them), there are things and people you can have to help you survive them. When my own website crashed this week, I was reminded of this in a big way. In this episode: All my websites went down this week. After the first fix, KaylaLords.com was still down. I hadn’t run a back-up recently, even though I knew they were important. Thankfully I had help because I don’t really know...

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Ignoring Your Critics and Getting Better at What You Do SL008

Wed, 14 Feb 2018 14:20:49 GMT

This week I went on a rant (it’s kind of my thing) about ignoring your critics – even your own inner critic – and doing your thing. We all start somewhere and we all get better with time. It’s easy for someone to sit on the outside and say you did it wrong, but much harder to be out there getting it done. In this episode: Two separate Twitter convos inspired this week’s episode – one on whether you can like someone who sucks at their art and the other about non-helpful criticism. There’s a difference between the critic and...

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Why Community Matters SL007

Wed, 07 Feb 2018 14:30:42 GMT

After talking about friendships in episode 6, the sex blogging community as a whole is on my mind. Cultivating friendships is important but being a part of the community, even in a small way, matters just as much. In this episode: Communities remind us we’re not completely solitary. We might not all be besties but we have a place to share the struggles and good times as a creator. Communities are where you learn best practices, problems (like Twitter shadowbans), and what you don’t know that you don’t know. Online communities are out there – in every social media platform....

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Why Friendship is Important When You’re a Smutlancer SL006

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 15:41:54 GMT

Over the weekend I read a book called A Secret Sisterhood: The Literary Friendships of Jane Austen, Charlotte Bronte, George Eliot, and Virginia Woolf. While it was a fascinating look at a forgotten or ignored part of literary history, it also got me thinking about how important friendship is to the smutlancing life. In this episode: This week’s episode is sponsored by Blubrry.com. We need friends as creative people. Friends who are on a similar path and understand what we’re going through. Friends to bounce ideas off of or to get a gut check from. One or two is enough....

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The Compare and Contrast Thing We All Do SL005

Wed, 24 Jan 2018 15:57:55 GMT

In episode 5, I discuss a bad habit that a lot of creative people have – and as a sex blogger, I know I do it. We compare ourselves to others and decide there’s something wrong with us. Sometimes the insecurity of jealousy makes us not like the other person but most often, we find something in ourselves lacking. We tell ourselves we’re not as good as they are and we never will be. The compare and contrast thing is something we all do, and it’s something we should all do less of. In this episode: This week’s episode is...

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Interview with Kink Craft

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 17:33:24 GMT

I promised interviews with companies, brands, and websites that publish sex writing and other creative content, and I meant it. For the first interview, I talked to Andrew and Pixie from Kink Craft in the UK. What began as a professional relationship between writer and company has grown into a genuine friendship between us. Hear what one company has to say about paying writers, the content they look for, and how it incorporates into their business model. If you’re in the UK or attend Eroticon, make sure you get to know them personally. For anyone looking for a new place...

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Shame and Vulnerability in Sex and in Sex Blogging SL003

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Now that the holidays are over, it’s time for a new episode. This week, let’s talk about shame and vulnerability that occurs in sex and when we create content – whether it’s about sex or not. In this episode: This week’s episode is sponsored by Blubrry, a podcast hosting solution. I recently read Daring Greatly and I Thought It Was Just Me by Brene Brown These books focus on her research in vulnerability and shame Shame is, unfortunately, central to how some people think about sex. Talking about it – writing about it – can be an act of vulnerability...

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You’ve Got to Show Up SL002

Wed, 20 Dec 2017 14:00:38 GMT

Episode two is all about showing up and putting in the work. It was recorded during sex blogger list season but the principles apply all year long. If your goal next year is to appear on a sex blogger list or move up a few spots from the year before or if you just want to become a better blogger, you’ve got to show up. In this episode: This week’s episode is sponsored by Blubrry, a podcast hosting solution. What you do with a personal journal/project is different than what you do when trying to make money Requires showing up...

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What is a Smutlancer? SL001

Wed, 13 Dec 2017 21:47:23 GMT

In the very first episode of The Smutlancer podcast, I try to answer one simple question…what the hell is a smutlancer? And also, what you can expect from this podcast. In this episode: What is a smutlancer? What you can expect from this podcast Creating content and getting paid Talking about sex, kink, relationships, gender, sexuality, you name it Written word, podcast, maybe video Getting clients, pitching ideas, making money from your own blog Building relationships Better blogging Books I’ve read Interviews with editors and publications Links from the show: Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook KaylaLords.com Loving BDSM...

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