It’s not all about freelancing and hustling here at Victory or Death! In this final part of our writing workshop, Lyle and Elijah interview Abby Nitta about her path as a professional, from diving head first into journalism to jumping ship into corporate work. We also discuss working styles, how to write for different industries, and why it’s important to determine whether you’re cut out for the freelance writing hustle or a more stable career.

If you’ve enjoyed this writing series we need you to do two things:

* Share this episode with a writer in your life by using the button below

* Leave a rating on Apple podcasts, or wherever you listen.

Follow Elijah on Twitter

Follow Lyle on Twitter

Follow Abby on Twitter

Send us your content creation questions and episode suggestions to victoryordeathmedia@gmail.com.

Victory or Death! is a podcast for professionals, gig workers, aspiring YouTubers, podcasters, or any other type of creative.

We’ve also got a newsletter that acts as an extension of the show; distilling the themes and knowledge shared within in a format more palatable to those who prefer the written word. Here, you will get to dig into lessons learned from my time as a copywriter, digital marketer, and other insights the cast brings to the show.

Sign up for the newsletter using this button:

You’re about to listen to the second part of our writing workshop. Please consider signing up for our newsletter by heading over to victoryordeath.substack.com!

Making the shift from Academia to the business field can be daunting. This time we’re diving into Lyle’s story, from realizing his success in the academy would be short lived, to finding his way writing for magazines, journals, and a business that creates custom learning and leadership modules for their clients.

If you’re a freelancer or someone seeking a better understanding of how to switch fields, this episode will give you many of the tools, and answers, you’re looking for.

Follow Elijah on Twitter

Follow Lyle on Twitter

Follow Abby on Twitter

Send us your content creation questions and episode suggestions to victoryordeathmedia@gmail.com.

Victory or Death! is a podcast for professionals, gig workers, aspiring YouTubers, podcasters, or any other type of creative.

We’ve also got a newsletter that acts as an extension of the show; distilling the themes and knowledge shared within in a format more palatable to those who prefer the written word. Here, you will get to dig into lessons learned from my time as a copywriter, digital marketer, and other insights the cast brings to the show.

Sign up for the newsletter using this button:

You’re about to listen to the first part of our writing workshop. Please consider signing up for our newsletter by heading over to victoryordeath.substack.com!

Wrapping your mind around the vast and sometimes head-bogglingly niche world of professional writing demands something a bit more than a “How To Break In,” guide. To kick off this workshop, new co-hosts Lyle Enright and Abby Nitta bring their experiences from academia, freelancing, content strategy, and journalism to the table so we can shed light on the different fields, mindsets, and information you need to get your feet wet.

Want to dive into a practice project? Click here to view the document.

Follow Elijah on Twitter

Follow Lyle on Twitter

Follow Abby on Twitter

Send us your content creation questions and episode suggestions to victoryordeathmedia@gmail.com.

Victory or Death! is a podcast for professionals, gig workers, aspiring YouTubers, podcasters, or any other type of creative.

We’ve also got a newsletter that acts as an extension of the show; distilling the themes and knowledge shared within in a format more palatable to those who prefer the written word. Here, you will get to dig into lessons learned from my time as a copywriter, digital marketer, and other insights the cast brings to the show.

Sign up for the newsletter using this button:

You’re about to listen to the final part of our social media workshop. Please consider signing up for our newsletter by heading over to victoryordeath.substack.com!

Paid media is a strange beast. Those new to social media’s inner workings may think that Facebook’s “Boost Post” button means they can set it, forget it, and watch all the new likes come in. But, the ghastly nature of these social media platforms is to take from you and give to them, and that means for every paid ad, you’re losing money along with organic reach. Unless of course, you actually have a product to sell.

In this fourth part of our social media workshop, we’ll discuss when you should use paid ads on social media, most of the reasons you shouldn’t, and the best way to make money with your content if you decide to monetize. Are you more of a reader than a listener? View the transcript here.

If this is your first episode with Victory or Death! rewind back to our previous three workshop parts so you can have a better shot at succeeding on social.

3.1: Social 101

3.2: Mastering Twitter

3.3: Making Accessible Instagram Content

Follow Elijah on Twitter

Subscribe to Frame Forge

Follow STEAP’D on Instagram

Follow Josh Simons on Twitter

Send us your content creation questions and episode suggestions to victoryordeathmedia@gmail.com.

Victory or Death! is a podcast for professionals, gig workers, aspiring YouTubers, podcasters, or any other type of creative.

We’ve also got a newsletter that acts as an extension of the show; distilling the themes and knowledge shared within in a format more palatable to those who prefer the written word. Here, you will get to dig into lessons learned from my time as a copywriter, digital marketer, and other insights the cast brings to the show.

Sign up for the newsletter using this button:

You’re about to dive into part three of our social media workshop, but before you do consider signing up for our newsletter by heading over to victoryordeath.substack.com!

A practitioner of gong fu cha tea ceremonies, Marco also has a remarkable Instagram game. In this episode, the VOD! crew sit down to better understand how to make good content for Instagram, while also reaching as many kinds of people as possible. Often in the world of building a community, certain people are naturally pushed out. But what can we do to resolve moments of unintentional disqualifying? Learn how to make your content more accessible, with Marco from STEAP’D.

Last episode we dug into Twitter Mastery, where Josh revealed his keys for success on the platform. Including data and his tricks to snag valuable engagement every single day, this episode will help you get started on Twitter and avoid some common pitfalls new users face. If you missed it, be sure to listen to 3.2: Social Media Workshop - Mastering Twitter.

Follow Elijah on Twitter

Subscribe to Frame Forge

Follow STEAP’D on Instagram

Follow Josh Simons on Twitter

Send us your content creation questions and episode suggestions to victoryordeathmedia@gmail.com.

Victory or Death! is a podcast for professionals, gig workers, aspiring YouTubers, podcasters, or any other type of creative.

We’ve also got a newsletter that acts as an extension of the show; distilling the themes and knowledge shared within in a format more palatable to those who prefer the written word. Here, you will get to dig into lessons learned from my time as a copywriter, digital marketer, and other insights the cast brings to the show.

Sign up for the newsletter using this button:

Welcome to part two of our social media workshop. Before we get started, consider signing up for our newsletter by heading over to victoryordeath.substack.com!

Today, we’re unearthing Josh’s treasure trove of insight about the Twitter platform, from how to maximize engagement of the content you share and interact with, to what it takes to grow an audience. With this second part of the workshop under your belt, you’ll have what you need to start putting together a content plan, so take some time to listen with us and learn how to level up your Twitter game!

Last episode we dug into Social Media 101, and dug into the mechanics of community participation along with development. We also discussed some of the pitfalls that come with mindset and intentions with social. If you missed out, be sure to listen to 3.1: Social Media Workshop - Social 101 as soon as you can.

Follow Elijah on Twitter

Subscribe to Frame Forge

Follow STEAP’D on Instagram

Follow Josh Simons on Twitter

Send us your content creation questions and episode suggestions to victoryordeathmedia@gmail.com

Victory or Death! is a podcast for professionals, gig workers, aspiring YouTubers, podcasters, or any other type of creative.

We’ve also got a newsletter that acts as an extension of the show; distilling the themes and knowledge shared within in a format more palatable to those who prefer the written word. Here, you will get to dig into lessons learned from my time as a copywriter, digital marketer, and other insights the cast brings to the show.

Sign up for the newsletter using this button:

Welcome to Season 3 of Victory or Death! Before we get started, be sure to sign up for the Victory or Death! newsletter by heading over to victoryordeath.substack.com.

This month, we’re bringing you our four part social media workshop. Starting with “Social 101,” we’re introducing listeners to the world of social media, and the basics of participating in — and building — a community. This episode sets the stage for what’s to come, including an in-depth look at Twitter, it’s analytics, and how the algorithm works, growing a niche on Instagram, and how to effectively use paid media (and when you absolutely shouldn’t).

Season 3 is built around workshops and branching out to creative professionals and content creators alike. From professional writing workshops, to special guests from YouTube, and even Hollywood creative consultants Victory or Death!’s third season has a lot in store.

Follow Elijah on Twitter

Subscribe to Frame Forge

Follow STEAP’D on Instagram

Follow Josh Simons on Twitter

Send us your content creation questions and episode suggestions to victoryordeathmedia@gmail.com

Victory or Death! is a podcast for professionals, gig workers, aspiring YouTubers, podcasters, or any other type of creative.

We’ve also got a newsletter that acts as an extension of the show; distilling the themes and knowledge shared within in a format more palatable to those who prefer the written word. Here, you will get to dig into lessons learned from my time as a copywriter, digital marketer, and other insights the cast brings to the show.

Sign up for the newsletter using this button:

We're (sort of) back from hiatus! Twenty twenty was far more than any of us bargained for. Cameron, Keon, Josh, and Elijah take a look back at the year and share what's been going on since Victory or Death! took a break for the show's Season 2 FINALE. If you've missed the show, Season 3 is in the works. Why don't you kick back and relax while your loveable cohosts catch you up on 2020, and what's to come?

Where you can find us on social media:

Reddit // Facebook // Twitter

Subscribe to Frame Forge

Check out Cameron's projects as well as Discovr

Follow Josh Simons on Twitter

Send us your content creation questions and episode suggestions to victoryordeathmedia@gmail.com

Want to tell us about your favorite content creators and have a chance to win a free shirt? Fill out this form, RIGHT NOW!!

To become better at creating the things you love, you have to find ways to work faster, so that you can work better. It's often a taboo idea, but integrating some form of automation into your creation process can save a lot of time and a lot of energy, so that you can put more energy into the creative part. For most people, this will take place via using templates. This week we're talking about how you can create sustainably at work and with your content. Find out our methods in this episode! 

Pick up Josh's charity DnD module!

Where you can find us on social media:

Reddit // Facebook // Twitter

Subscribe to Frame Forge

Subscribe to Sweating the Small Stuff

Follow Josh Simons on Twitter

Send us your content creation questions and episode suggestions to victoryordeathmedia@gmail.com

Want to tell us about your favorite content creators and have a chance to win a free shirt? Fill out this form, RIGHT NOW!!

Whether you realize it or not, you create content every day. Does that mean you have to be a "content creator?" No, absolutely not. But the time you spend at work, on hobbies, or doing the things you love IS astronomically more valuable than you think it is. Let's take a few minutes to redefine "content creation" and what it means to be an expert. Join the conversation on this episode of VOD!

Pick up Josh's charity DnD module!

Where you can find us on social media:

Reddit // Facebook // Twitter

Subscribe to Frame Forge

Subscribe to Sweating the Small Stuff

Follow Josh Simons on Twitter

Send us your content creation questions and episode suggestions to victoryordeathmedia@gmail.com