Why Should You Write Your Life Story?
Writing your life story is embarking on a journey through the past. It’s a unique journey, one no one else has ever taken. That’s because the road you’ll travel is built from your very own memories and experiences ~ your very personal reactions to all the situations and events you’ll be remembering. Your life will [...]
How Do Authors Prepare for School Visits?
In addition to creating a program, there are other things authors should do to prepare for a school visit. I usually exchange at least 4 emails or phone calls with the person who is arranging my visit… I ask to see the day’s schedule so I can make suggestions, like grouping children by age/grade and [...]
Writing Your Book is Just the Beginning
One of the greatest misconceptions harbored by writers is that the job is done when the book manuscript is mailed. While manuscript completion is a time to celebrate, it is also the time to switch hats. The book writer now becomes the book promoter. A book is like an iceberg. The writing is the easier [...]
Multiply Your Speaking and Consulting Income With Content
One of the best ways to multiply your earnings from speaking engagements is to fill the table in the back of the room with books, workbooks, manuals, DVDs, CDs, and other information products. Because after exciting the audience with your speech, many people will want more (and be willing to pay hundreds of dollars for [...]
6 Tips for Out of the Box Marketing & PR
1. Become, for all practical purposes, a stalker. If you’re trying to get you or your client noticed by a large television show, do as much research possible on the person you’re trying to contact. Find out who they really are: Google their name Find any organizations they belong to Research the type of shows [...]
