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Navigating the Post-Book Launch Blues: Strategies for Sustained Author Success
I see it happen daily.
After an author launches their book into the world, something happens.
They post a few times to share some reviews and try to attract more readers, but soon, they're unsure what to post next.
Prioritizing Trust: Navigating Online Content Consumption Habits
I don't habitually click on Google's first result.
Instead, I skim for sites I recognize.
I seldom review my emails in order.
Defining Your Business Book's Target Audience: The Importance of Knowing Who You Aren't For
Not sure who your Target Audience is when it comes to writing your business book?
Try this👇🏽
Before you start thinking about who your target audience is, choose proactively who you AREN'T for.
How to make a killer online presence (for the 2024 algorithms)
Do you know your barista's name?
If you're a regular at a coffee shop, visiting daily for a couple of weeks, you'll likely learn more than just their names; they'll recognize you too.
Unleashing the Power of Education for Policy Change: A Strategic Approach
One day, everybody will be their own personal brand.
Building your Author brand on LinkedIn will help you:
• grow a supportive network,
• build trust with your audience,
• get podcast appearances,
Celebrating Abbas Jamie's Book Launch: A Reflection on Intention and Simplicity
One of our Rising Authors Launched his book yesterday, and I wanted to take a moment to celebrate him!
Launching a book out is special and for Abbas Jamie 🍉 It's all-encompassing and life-changing in so many ways.
Unlocking Success: The Rule of Fifths in Author Marketing
Author Marketing Hack: absolutely master the rule of fifths
Your potential reader or client needs to see/hear about you/your brand AT LEAST 5 times before deciding if they will trust
The Arrival of the Apple Vision Pro: Implications for Society and Technology
The ultimate attention machine has arrived.
Literally strapped to a screen an inch from our eyes.
The Apple Vision Pro has taken over your feed in the past few days.
Unlocking Massive Opportunities: The Key to Lead-Generating Author Websites
88% of people are less likely to return to a site after a bad experience.
94% of first impressions are related to your site’s web design.
Nearly 75% of users will judge your business’ credibility based on your website design.
Gratitude and Growth: Reflections on Building a Supportive Community for Rising Authors
I'm grateful.
I have had so much support from so many from incredible people.
Building Rising Authors has taken so much effort. But I can honestly say there's been so many who have helped it grow.
The Basement Hustle: From DIY Print Shop to Million-Dollar Enterprise
Hunched over and sweating, I pulled the squeegee across the screen to print the last of 200 t-shirts.
I had been in this basement relentlessly, day in and day out, for the past two weeks.
Authenticity in Authorship: Embracing Your Personal Narrative
In the journey toward becoming an author, it's easy to get caught up in the idea of wanting to become "somebody" in the eyes of others.
Yet, in this pursuit, we often overlook the importance of authenticity, mistakenly believing that our personal stories are insignificant or that they won't resonate with anyone.
Mastering Consistent Writing: A Simple Weekly Routine
This year, I've set a simple goal for myself: write something every day, no matter what.
Here's how I keep it chill and manageable:
Every Sunday evening is my writing time. I spend a couple of hours then and there, and I get all my writing for the week done.
The Power of Personal Branding: A Lesson from Influential Entrepreneurs
Why I push authors to develop personal brands.
Richard Branson has 18,742,764 followers
Virgin has 273,127 followers
Bill Gates has 34,792,433 followers
Microsoft has 20,493,232 followers
Keys to Mastering Marketing: Insights Over Resources
Things you don't need to become a master of marketing👇🏽
Expensive advertising budget
Degree in Marketing
Connections with industry giants
From Selling Books to Selling Experiences: The Author's Paradigm Shift
Flip the script.
'Don't sell your book' - an unconventional mantra that's reshaping the author's marketing landscape.
It sounds counterintuitive, right? After all, you've poured your heart and soul into those pages.
Crafting Success: A Strategic Approach to Book Cover Design and Personal Branding for Authors
Designing a book cover is just as important as writing the story itself.
This is the first thing your readers interact with and it should be great and resonate to pique their interest.
Unveiling Wisdom: A Journey with Rising Author Michelle Mehrnoosh Bazargan
Today is Tuesday, which means another one of my amazing friends, Rising Author Michelle Mehrnoosh Bazargan, just launched her book into the world.
I had the pleasure of doing a LIVE interview with Michelle just a few hours ago today, and let me tell you, I'm still inspired and lit up from our conversation.
Navigating the Unknowns: Overcoming Publishing Hurdles in the Modern Era
Why do many aspiring authors never see their work in print?
Often, it’s not a lack of time or talent that stops most would-be authors. It's the daunting unknowns of the publishing industry.
Questions like: How do I market my book? How do I design an engaging cover? Who will edit my content?
Essential Copywriting Tools: Elevate Your Writing Game with These Five Resources
Here are the five reliable copywriting tools I use almost every day.
1. Grammarly — Correct mistakes
2. Hemingway — Crop lengthy sentences