Writes4Women host Pamela Cook speaks with author Jodi Gibson about her multi-faceted and genre-crossing writing career.

They explore Jodi's journey from traditional to indie publishing, the challenges and joys of being a 'multi-passionate' creative, and how she uses Substack to connect with her audience and build community. Jody shares her experiences with social media, the importance of finding authenticity in one's creative work, and the evolving nature of her personal and professional life.

00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgements

1:20 Pamela's Courses and Book Giveaway

04:29 Jody Gibson's Writing Journey

11:18 Indie vs. Traditional Publishing

17:45 Branding and Social Media

26:33 Discovering Multi-Passionate Creativity

29:14 Embracing Creative Freedom

30:23 Navigating Guilt and Permission

32:05 Life Transitions and Self-Discovery

36:14 Defining Job, Career, Hobby, and Vocation

39:14 Exploring Substack

46:01 Building Community and Connection

52:59 Podcast and Writing Community Updates

56:11 The Heart of Writing and Creativity