Are you cheating if you hire a ghostwriter? with Becky Rogers [S3 E9]

Welcome to another exciting episode of Business Book Bites! Today we have a fascinating conversation lined up with Becky Rogers, a talented ghostwriter, author, and entrepreneur.   

Becky has mastered the art of turning complex ideas into clear and compelling stories. In this episode, Karen Williams chats with Becky about her unconventional journey from medical science to ghostwriting, the valuable lessons she's learned along the way, and the incredible benefits of working with a ghostwriter.  

If you wonder if hiring a ghostwriter is cheating, or you want to learn how a ghostwriter retains the author's unique voice, you’re in for a treat. We cover some essential tips for anyone looking to dive into the world of writing – whether you are writing it yourself, working with a book mentor or contemplating hiring a ghostwriter.   

Becky is a regular attendee at our monthly Coffee and Connect Café networking events. Our next online event is on Tuesday 5 November at 12pm GMT. You can check out all our events and sign up here: www.librotas.com/librotasevents.   

Key Takeaways  

• Bringing Your Ideas to Life: Whether you're struggling to find the time or unsure how to start, a ghostwriter ensures your book not only gets written but captures your unique voice and vision.  

• Flexibility and Adaptability: Becky's journey from medical science to ghostwriting highlights the importance of staying open-minded and adaptable to new opportunities.  

• Effective Collaboration for Success: Discover the benefits of co-writing with an expert, ensuring faster completion, enhanced quality, and a true reflection of your ideas.  

Bio  

Becky Rogers is an accomplished ghostwriter, author, and entrepreneur, who helps aspiring authors turn their ideas into published books.   

With over 12 years of experience writing in highly technical fields like accounting and medical science, Becky has a knack for making complex topics clear and compelling. Driven by her love for research and storytelling, she ensures that each book communicates its message effectively while authentically capturing her clients' distinct voices.  

Becky’s achievements include a published paper in the esteemed medical journal - BMJ Journals - and co-authoring the upcoming book “Beyond You: How to Grow Your Accounting Firm from £50k to £250k.” When she’s not writing, you’ll find Becky outdoors, with her dogs, or drinking one of many cups of tea.  

Website:  https://www.beckyrogers.co.uk   

Socials:    https://www.instagram.com/publishedexperts https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckyrogersbiz   

Time stamped overview:  

00:00 From medical science papers to travel blogging.
06:53 Addressing fears helps expedite and improve writing.
09:18 Live by the "who," not "how," framework.
13:51 Collaboration accelerates strategy, marketing, writing; speeds process.
17:00 Co-writing involves understanding and mirroring speaker's language.
20:49 Planning ahead makes writing easier and productive.
21:52 Interesting point: dopamine cycle drives positive momentum.  

Keywords:    ghostwriter, ghostwriting, book writing, Becky Rogers, Karen Williams, storytelling, published author, BMJ journals, co-authoring, blog writing, content business, writing journey, book coac