Connecting and Communicating With Your Audience, Part 2 In Part 1 of this series, Connecting and Communicating with Your Audience, I discussed the importance of creating a CLEAR message in a concise manner - be thorough in your message without dragging out your point. Remember, no matter what ... Read More
Be Concise – Your Audience Will Thank You!
Connecting and Communicating With Your Audience, Part 1 Concise: "Expressing or covering much in few words; brief in form but comprehensive in scope." One theme I've come across in my years of business is Bad Messaging Makes Businesses Broke. Statistics by NN/g Nielsen Norman Group state, ... Read More
The Importance of Reading: Why Join a Book Club?
Reading is one of the most important skills we have. Every day we go about our days reading; we read the news, we read social media, we read emails, we read recipes, and so much more. Business people spend much of their day reading. And many people gather to read and discuss book in a book club. So ... Read More
Essential Documents for Your Author Media Kit
As an author (especially if you self-publish), having a media kit is critical so people can reach you when they're preparing to interview you for their show or magazine article. Think about your media kit this way: it's a business card on your website. By having a media kit, it shows you are a ... Read More
Writing Tips: Three Ways to Become a Better Writer
Writing tips help writers write better. A few years ago, I wrote a blog on the four key ingredients writers should incorporate and become a better writer. Today, I'm going to discuss three additional tips you can consider when telling your story: Write what you like to read. Write daily. Write with ... Read More
Publishing Your Manuscript – Three Items to Consider
Publishing your manuscript, whether you decide to self- or traditionally publish, has three critical components to incorporate to make sure your story is told. Today, I’m going to share three easy tips to remember when publishing your manuscript: Planning Support Commitment Having a plan for ... Read More
Memorial Day – Remember, It’s About Our Freedom!
Memorial Day is celebrated so we remember the men and women who died while serving our country; it's about our freedom. Yes, it's a day to celebrate the unofficial beginning of "summer" in the U.S. But, more importantly, and this year more than ever, it's important to celebrate our freedom and ... Read More
Support: The Thing Everyone Needs
Support Is Crucial Whether you are a entrepreneur, an author, or really anyone who works on their own, having support is crucial. Today's tip is: Surround yourself with positive people - friends, family, mentors. There are three tips we have to help you surround yourself with the people who truly ... Read More