Indie-Publish Like a Pro — Podcast with the Wealthy Speaker Jane Atkinson
The saying used to be that “those who can’t get published, self-publish.” With business leaders, like Seth Godin, and fiction titles, like The Shack, proving that self-publishing (aka indie-publishing) can be done well and profitably, that old saying no longer proves true. So what have you got to lose?
With print-on-demand, anyone can publish a book these days. The trick is doing it in a way that boosts your credibility. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Show, speaking coach and podcast host Jane Atkinson and I talk about indie-publishing and using your book as a tool to market yourself and earn more as a speaker.
- The advantages of indie-publishing. 3:05
- People do judge a book by its cover. 7:10
- The most important piece of the puzzle. 9:55
- Write about what you know and love. 15:50
- People judge you by your book, so make it great! 20:20
- Secrets & writing hacks. 26:10
- Murdering your darling. 33:40
- When to hire a ghost writer. 36:50
Listen in! And if you have a question about indie-publishing, leave a comment below.
Are you ready to write your book? Get started today with these 7 Simple, Proven Steps.
How to Write & Publish Your First Book
Do you have a book in you? Popular polls indicate that 81% of people say they want to write a book … someday. If you are one of those people, you are clearly in good company! And if you’re a speaker, coach, expert, or leader, a book is a powerful way to build your brand and share your message. But how do you get started? And what do you do when the first draft is complete?
In this podcast interview on The Simply Marketing Show, host and marketing expert Alison Teare and I discuss some of the most common questions new authors have about writing and publishing.
- Do you need a publisher?
- How do you make a start?
- How do you make money from your book?
- Is Amazon the best place to publish?
- Where to write?
- How much to write?
- Ways to write when you’re not a natural writer?
- The difference between traditional publishing and self (indie) publishing
Listen in and add your own question in the comments below.
Are you ready to write your book? Get started today with these 7 Simple, Proven Steps.
How to Tell a Great Story
Stories help bring meaning to your message. In this interview with Rory Vaden, we talke about the power of story telling–and how to do it well. We discuss the critical elements that make up a great story and the most common mistakes people make.
Interview Highlights:
• People want authenticity and connection. Stories create that connection. –@ErinKCasey
• If you’re writing, you need to have a hook–something that draws people in. –@ErinKCasey
• To be effective, you have to be relevant. –@ErinKCasey
• Tell an “I” focused story with a “you” focused message. –@Rory_Vaden