Pass the Mic Podcast
Pass the Mic Podcast
Podcast Description
New Voices. Fresh Perspectives. Every Month.
Welcome to Pass the Mic, produced by Resilient Voice Media. Your go to for launch & production of Top 10% or above podcasts.
This podcast is where the spotlight shifts every month. Each month long series is hosted by a different dynamic guest host—leaders, storytellers, creatives, change-makers—who take the mic to share their voice, vision, and heart.
This is your front-row seat to inspiring conversations, untold stories, and real talk from people you need to know.
Whether they’re sparking transformation, challenging the status quo, or simply offering a fresh lens on life, each guest host brings their unique flavor and community along for the ride.
Learn from them.
Be inspired by them.
Get connected through them.
Pass the Mic is more than a podcast—it’s a platform for powerful voices and an evolving conversation that builds bridges, fuels curiosity, and champions connection.
Hit subscribe and join us as we Pass The Mic—and the magic—every month.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes of personal growth, empowerment, and societal change, with episodes highlighting stories of transformation and resilience. For instance, one episode features Kimberly Taylor Judy, a former law enforcement officer turned entrepreneur, discussing her journey of overcoming personal challenges and founding a firearms training company. Topics such as recognizing abuse patterns, single parent empowerment, and creating safe spaces for healing are regularly discussed, providing listeners with both inspiration and practical insights.
New Voices. Fresh Perspectives. Every Month.
Welcome to Pass the Mic, produced by Resilient Voice Media. Your go to for launch & production of Top 10% or above podcasts.
This podcast is where the spotlight shifts every month. Each month long series is hosted by a different dynamic guest host—leaders, storytellers, creatives, change-makers—who take the mic to share their voice, vision, and heart.
This is your front-row seat to inspiring conversations, untold stories, and real talk from people you need to know.
Whether they’re sparking transformation, challenging the status quo, or simply offering a fresh lens on life, each guest host brings their unique flavor and community along for the ride.
Learn from them.
Be inspired by them.
Get connected through them.
Pass the Mic is more than a podcast—it’s a platform for powerful voices and an evolving conversation that builds bridges, fuels curiosity, and champions connection.
Hit subscribe and join us as we Pass The Mic—and the magic—every month.
In this episode of “Pass the Mic” by Resilient Voice Media, Gabi interviews Jenny Quinlan, an experienced editor, book coach, and founder of Historical Editorial and The Winning Writers Club. With over 14 years of experience and 500+ manuscripts under her belt, Jenny shares her journey from self-doubt to self-confidence and how that evolution now helps others succeed.
She discusses overcoming procrastination, perfectionism, and fear, and highlights how mindset, habits, and community support are essential for creative growth. Jenny talks about her work guiding writers—especially in historical fiction, fantasy, and romance—and how her newest venture, the Winning Writers Club, helps writers build accountability, confidence, and momentum.
Jenny’s story is full of practical advice for beating creative blocks and serves as a reminder that every writer has the potential to move forward by simply starting. She also shares a sneak peek into her debut nonfiction book, The Writer’s Little Book of Self-Confidence, published in February 2025.
Building Consistent Writing Habits (00:06:18) Jenny explains the importance of consistency, breaking writing into manageable steps, and developing a regular writing routine.
Jenny’s Early Career & Natural Strengths (00:08:46) Jenny shares her journey from struggling writer to editor, and how her diverse experiences contributed to her current career.
Proudest Career Wins (00:13:12) Jenny highlights key achievements: starting her business, public speaking at conferences, and leading a major industry event.
Navigating Industry Changes & Business Pivots (00:21:39) Jenny describes reaching a business crossroads, diversifying her services, and adapting to changing industry and client needs.
Burnout and Setting Boundaries (00:25:40) Jenny talks about experiencing burnout, phasing out book cover design, and learning to set boundaries for self-care.
Overcoming Self-Sabotage (00:30:58) Jenny details her strategies for tackling procrastination and perfectionism, and the importance of accepting “done is better than perfect.”
Building Self-Belief and Support Systems (00:33:05) Jenny explains her independent approach, the role of self-belief, and the value of supportive friends and clients.
About the Winning Writers Club (00:39:13) Jenny describes her membership community’s focus on mindset, consistency, productivity, and accountability for writers.
What Makes Jenny’s Community Unique (00:42:10) Jenny explains how her group differs by emphasizing mental support, creative well-being, and mindset over just craft or marketing.
Mindset Work for Writers (00:45:28) Discussion on the necessity of mindset work for writers, and how underlying beliefs impact creative success.
Advice for New Writers Facing Fear (00:45:56) Jenny offers practical steps for beginners: do some learning, avoid over-preparing, and start writing to build confidence.
Powerful Quotes from the Episode
Jenny, 00:15:56, ‘That was another big win for me—having the courage to say yes, I’m going to try this, because that was a pretty big step outside my comfort zone.’
Jenny, 00:30:02, ‘For me, my two biggest sabotages were procrastination and perfectionism, both rooted in fear.’
Jenny, 00:31:50, ‘Having a real conversation with yourself about who you are and why you are that way can really help you find the confidence to overcome some of those sabotages and do what you really want to do.’
Jenny, 00:36:06, ‘Sometimes when you tell somebody what you’re doing and they’re not in the know, they can say things that discourage you, even if they don’t mean to.’
Jenny, 00:45:56, ‘The truth is that anyone can write a book. Maybe not a good book, but anyone can write a book. So what you have to do is start.’
Jenny, 00:48:21, ‘If you don’t start, you’ve got nothing. So get started. Make a consistent effort to write. Make a commitment to yourself to reach that goal.’
Resources
CONNECT WITH THE GUEST
Historical Editorial | Historical Fiction Book Coach The Writer’s Little Book of Self-Confidence | The Winning Writers Club
Connect with the Show
- Pass the Mic Podcast: A unique monthly format featuring different experts in their zones of genius
- Resilient Voice Media: A global podcast network and production company amplifying great people who do great work
- Host: Gabi Garland, founder of Resilient Voice Media
- August Hosts: Jenny Quinlan, an experienced writer, editor, and book coach.
- Mission: To amplify beautiful humans who deserve bigger platforms to share their work, heart, and expertise
A Resilient Voice Media Production
- To work with us submit inquiry at www.resilientvoicemedia.com
- Gabi Garland CEO of Resilient Voice Media
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- Pass the Mic Opportunities: Contact Resilient Voice Media for information about hosting your own month in 2026.
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