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PODCAST

The Grant Writing Unicorn Podcast

Meredith Noble, Alex Lustig

This podcast was created for those of you trying to answer this question: how do I build my career to have a bigger impact on my community, allow more time and geographic freedom, AND make money to support me and my family? Meredith Noble and Alex Lustig, co-founders and besties, break down these important questions in a way that is inspiring, and at times, a bit woo-woo! These scrappy little 5 foot nothin’s are disrupting the old school world of grant writing. Whether you are interested in grant

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00:11:24

How Erin Heist Doubled Her Revenue and Won $1.25...

The Grant Writing Unicorn Podcast ·

2025/11/04

Ready to go from fearful first steps to major leaps in your grant writing business? 🦄 In this video, we bring you Erin’s journey from quitting her all-consuming job and tackling imposter syndrome to building a flexible, thriving consultancy that’s helped local nonprofits win over $1.2 million (while also playing plenty of bluegrass with her band!). If you want to know how to ditch burnout, find real community support, and say “yes” to both purpose-driven work and family time, stick around—we’ll

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00:07:38

Mastering the Grant Budget: Tips for Success

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2025/11/03

Budgeting for grants doesn’t have to make your eyes glaze over—or leave you feeling like your proposal is headed straight for the trash. 😅 We’ll help you ditch the overwhelm and common mistakes, turning those confusing numbers into your ticket for more funding wins. Get ready to feel confident and in control of your grant budget (even if math isn’t your favorite thing!), and stick around for pro tips and a free budget template you’ll seriously want in your toolbox. 🌟Subscribe:

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00:11:00

How to Land Your First $5K Grant Writing Contract...

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2025/10/29

Taking the leap into grant writing can feel like being a baby with a chainsaw—exciting, but totally overwhelming! 🪓💸 In this video, you'll see how Lee went from paralyzed with doubts and tech hang-ups to cashing in nearly his full investment on his very first big contract, all while making a real impact for a cause that means the world to him. If you've ever felt stuck in the “Valley of Despair” or unsure where to start, stick around to see how action, community, and a dose of humor can get you

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00:05:24

5 Grant Writing Mistakes That Cost Beginners BIG...

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2025/10/27

Jumping into grant writing can feel like diving into the deep end without floaties—mistakes can cost you time, cash, and a shot at HUGE grant funding. 😅 If you’re tired of winging it, missing out on funds, or getting rejected, this video spills the secrets to what really works. You’ll walk away feeling way more confident and grant-ready—like the unicorn you were meant to be. 🦄 Stick around because Meredith dishes out her top five rookie mistakes and shows you exactly how to avoid them so you can

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00:10:46

How Amanda Built a Six-Figure Grant Writing Business...

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2025/10/22

Ready to trade burnout and a narrow work life for flexibility, massive impact, and a business that actually lights you up? ✨ This video peels back the curtain on Amanda’s leap from a steady in-house grant writing job to bringing in six figures as her own boss—while still showing up for her kids and helping more people than ever. Wave goodbye to the fear of freelancing alone and “not being good enough,” and tune in to learn how Amanda’s risk paid off (big time) and how you can make your own dream

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00:08:54

How to Write Grants and Get Paid: Tips for Aspiring...

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2025/10/20

Think you need a fancy degree to land grant writing gigs? Nope, that’s just old-school thinking. 🎓 If you’re craving a flexible, meaningful career but feel overwhelmed by where to start (or worry about getting stuck in an underpaid, overworked nonprofit job), you’re in the right place. Discover how total beginners are cashing in on grant writing, picking the projects that light them up, and using AI to boost their income—all while making a real impact. 🚀 Stick around to get Meredith’s seven-step

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00:05:48

The Future of Job Hunting: Strategies for 2026

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2025/10/16

Feeling lost in the job-hunting maze and tired of your résumé vanishing into the online void? This video is your playbook to beating AI resume filters, crushing the overwhelm of endless applications, and standing out with skills that employers actually want. You’ll walk away knowing exactly how to turn your unique talents into that dreamy job you deserve—no more feeling stuck or invisible. Stick around for real success stories and clever strategies you probably haven’t tried yet!More videos like

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00:15:02

How Heather Andrews Turned Her Toughest Year into a...

The Grant Writing Unicorn Podcast ·

2025/10/15

Ever felt like life just keeps piling on challenge after challenge—and you’re left wondering how to turn it all around? 😩 Heather Andrews knows that struggle all too well, from losing a dream job to wrestling with the chaos of family and self-doubt. But what if the “valley of despair” isn’t just something to survive, but a launchpad to discovering your true superpowers? 💥 In today’s conversation, Heather reveals how teaming up with talented people (even those who seem “untouchable”) and leaning

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00:15:31

EXPERIENCED GRANT WRITER: Five things keeping you...

The Grant Writing Unicorn Podcast ·

2025/10/14

Meredith spills the secret sauce on ditching undercharging and quitting the never-ending hustle, guiding you from doubting your skills to confidently running a six-figure freelance grant writing biz—without a website, LLC, or risking your day job. 🌟 You’ll want to stick around to discover the unicorn strategies that make landing dream clients and charging what you’re worth feel almost effortless!You're not alone:Stacy was in the exact same boat before she decided she wanted to work for herself.👉 7

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00:10:34

How I Learned to Write Grants (& Get Paid for it!)

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2025/10/08

Feeling stuck in a job that doesn’t light your fire—or terrified to ask people for money? 💸 Natasha went from being a graphic designer with zero grant writing experience to leading a grant writing team—and even scored a raise and major confidence boost along the way! 🚀 Dive in to discover how investing in yourself can pay off, the inside scoop on juggling career dreams with a tight budget, and why having the right boss and professional community changes everything—don’t miss the “Unicorn Grant”

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00:07:25

Find Federal Grants FAST Using Instrumentl for Success

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2025/10/06

🕵️‍♀️ Feel like finding federal grants is just a never-ending scavenger hunt? Drowning in confusing filters on Grants.gov and still coming up empty-handed? 😩 You’re not alone—but there is a faster way. Enter: Instrumentl.In this video, we’re diving into how you can skip the overwhelm, dodge the dead ends, and find federal grants that actually match your mission—without losing hours of your life. From smarter filters to stress-free deadlines, Instrumentl might just be your new favorite grant

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00:12:51

From Grief to Greatness - How I Turned Loss into Triumph

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2025/10/01

Sunshine, grit, and a dash of grant writing magic—Martinne's story is pure inspiration! 🌟 This video tackles that nasty imposter syndrome and the paralyzing indecision that keep so many of us from chasing our dream jobs or moving forward after a tough loss. You'll hear exactly how Martinne went from doubting her skills to landing her dream job, connecting in a brand new community, and turning grief into unstoppable motivation—all in just a few months. 🍀 Stick around to see how she makes huge life

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00:08:11

How to Actually Make $15K+ in Your First Year of...

The Grant Writing Unicorn Podcast ·

2025/09/30

Making extra cash on the side doesn’t have to mean working long hours or going back to school—especially if you’re already juggling a busy life! 💸 Meredith shows you how to transform your knack for connection (even if you’re introverted!) into a grant writing gig that pays off big, solving the overwhelming “Where do I even start?” and “Can I do this with no experience?” worries. Imagine going from newbie to earning your first $15k—and beyond—while finally building that freedom and flexibility

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00:08:24

Watch Me Write This Nonprofit Grant in 5 Minutes!

The Grant Writing Unicorn Podcast ·

2025/09/24

We all know the headache of staring down a blank grant application, only to get lost in a sea of research and repetitive copy-pasting. 😩 This video is your shortcut to slashing the overwhelm of grant writing and finally skipping the “throw spaghetti at the wall” approach—Meredith shows us how new AI tools from Instrumentl can turn those endless hours into just minutes of polished work. 🚀 You’ll walk away feeling like you’ve got a magic wand for grant applications, ready to win more with way less

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00:11:14

Side Hustle to Full-Time: Audrey’s Journey Building a...

The Grant Writing Unicorn Podcast ·

2025/09/22

Quitting a toxic job and chasing your dream gig doesn’t have to be a leap of faith in the dark. 🌈 Audrey spills the real tea on how she went from burnt out and overworked in public health to thriving as her own boss, landing better contracts and taking charge of her work-life balance. Her story is living proof that with the right community and a little hustle, you can turn your side hustle into your main thing—and feel really good about it. 🚀 Stick around to find out exactly how she made the leap

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00:08:17

How to Get Grant Funding: The Ultimate Strategy Roadmap

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2025/09/17

Finding grants shouldn’t feel like digging through a giant bowl of jelly beans just to end up with a stomachache and a win rate that makes you want to scream. 🙄 In this video, you’ll see how to ditch the burnout of endless, low-chance applications and finally zero in on the grant money that really moves the needle—just like Jane, who went from scraping by with one tiny win to landing over $1.5 million for her fire department. 🎉 Stick around to learn Meredith’s foolproof grant research funnel and

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00:11:56

From Teacher to Grant Writer: Alexandra’s Inspiring...

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2025/09/15

Stepping out of the classroom and into consulting isn’t all rainbows and dollar signs—hello, self-doubt and waiting on overdue client payments! 💸 Alexandra spills the real tea on how she went from feeling shaky and second-guessing herself to stacking $30,000 as a first-year grant writing consultant (with zero experience, mind you) AND finally finding work-life balance as a busy parent. Expect a total vibe shift—from the overwhelm of missed contracts to actual confidence and alignment with work that

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00:18:20

7 Lessons Stacy Learned After Winning $40 Million for...

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2025/09/10

Picture this: you’ve just wrapped up your third weekend in a row working 36 hours, running on caffeine and running out of steam—sound familiar? 😅 Burnout, low pay, and a constant scramble for respect can make you wonder if freelancing is worth the leap, or just another hustle with a fancier title. But guess what? Stacy Towles is spilling the tea on trading overwhelm for unicorn clients 🦄 and premium rates, plus the game-changing lesson that people treat you as well as you charge. With a sprinkle

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00:09:25

How Shanna Won a $20M Grant and Transformed Her Life...

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2025/09/10

If you’ve ever ugly-cried your way through a Sunday night dreading Monday morning, you are SO not alone. 😭 Shanna Adams shares how she escaped a soul-crushing job (even while being the family breadwinner!) and turned her leap of faith into winning a $20 million grant and building a thriving, flexible business that actually lights her up. 🌟 Ready to see what life looks like on the other side of scary—but totally worth it—career pivots? Stick around to get the real scoop on how she did it, and the

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00:06:07

The Grant Writing World Is Changing ➡️ Here’s What to...

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2025/09/03

In this era of uncertainty, the grant writers thriving are the ones sharing knowledge human-to-human—not just lurking online. If you're feeling stuck in paralysis under the current administration, you're not alone. But you can do something about it.🌟 Join us April 9–12, 2026 for the first-ever Grant Writers Gathering—a four-day, in-person event at Brasada Ranch in Bend, Oregon designed to help you lead through chaos, not be crushed by it.If we've done our job, you’ll leave this live event feeling:✅

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