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Publishing Straight Talk

There are plenty of good reasons to self-publish, but not all are profit-oriented or even rational. Before you invest in…

3 weeks ago

Rethinking Book Cover Design

Book cover design tells the story of the story. It must convey the spirit and intentions of the author authentically,…

3 weeks ago

Publishing Advice – Practices & Principles

The following publishing advice is based on my own experiences and those of my clients. I hope you find it…

3 weeks ago

Publishing Scams and How they Work

Many self-publishers start their book projects with unrealistic expectations and misunderstandings about how publishing works. A huge industry has arisen…

3 weeks ago

Book Giveaways: Are They Worth it?

Should you give away books for free? The value of book giveaways can't be assessed by formula. The prevailing mythology…

3 weeks ago

Reality Checklist for Self-Publishers

One question that loops endlessly on writers’ forums is “How can I sell more books?” The question is a natural…

3 weeks ago

Self-Publishing & Vanity Publishing: Confuse Them and Pay the Price

What is true self-publishing? What is the difference between self-publishing and “vanity publishing” or “subsidy publishing?” How do these differ…

3 weeks ago

Self-Publishing? Get Real(istic)!

There are plenty of good reasons to self-publish, but not all are profit-oriented or even rational. Before you invest in…

3 weeks ago

Many Unhappy Returns – Think Outside the Bookstore

If you're hoping to have mainstream bookstore distribution, using a Vanity Press may present some obstacles. Book buyers will likely…

3 weeks ago

Speakipedia Podcast #6
Fabio Marques

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Speakipedia Podcast #2:
Kay Allison

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2 months ago

Speakipedia Podcast #1:
Bruce Turkel

 Transcript Dave Bricker (00:06) Want to expand your speaking and storytelling skills and grow your influence business? This is…

2 months ago

“Speaking” Means More Than Keynoting

Many people think of "speakers" as people who perform on big stages, but keynote speaking is only part of what…

5 months ago

Speaking Tip: Don’t Overfeed Your Audience

We all love dessert! If you dine at Seasons 52, you’ll be presented with a selection of tiny sweets at…

5 months ago

After the Performance: The Meeting Debrief

The number one way to get more bookings is to turn each performance into more performances. The post-performance debrief is…

6 months ago

How to Negotiate with a Speaker?

How do you negotiate with a speaker? What if you find just the right speaker for your conference and then…

6 months ago

Consulting

Preparing for a presentation? Ask about support with contest speeches, TEDx talks, and the big pitch. Rock your talk with…

6 months ago

Choose the Right Speaking Business Model for You

Keynoting: Many people associate “speaking” with standing on a stage in front of an auditorium full of people, but there…

6 months ago

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