May 17, 2013
Too often, people view the idea of “platform” as a stage for you yourself to stand on, one that positions you higher than others, from which you can publicize your message to a large, faceless audience. When I saw author Chuck Wendig speak recently he said: “Words such as PLATFORM don’t resonate with me because… Continue »
May 14, 2013
For someone doing creative work. The writer. The artist. The musician. The designer. And so many others… We are encouraged to always be thoughtful and engaged and caring. To be inspired and fueled. But as someone trying to create, I find that sometimes I need to shut off the depth. To forgive myself if I… Continue »
May 9, 2013
Are you a writer who wants to find your ideal readers, and engage them in compelling ways? What you need is an author platform – a strategic way to find the exact right audience for your writing and build a strong relationship with them. In this FREE one-hour webinar, I will share my best advice… Continue »
May 4, 2013
I just returned from the 99u Conference in New York City, whose goal is to share “pragmatic insights on how to push great ideas forward, create incredible art, build businesses, and change the world.” Today I want to analyze what I thought of the event, and in general, what I look for in a great… Continue »
May 1, 2013
Authors are drowning in “information” – in advice on what else they need to be doing besides writing. You are likely familiar with this list: Be on Twitter… And be on Facebook, they have billions of users… Get on Pinterest because it’s huge now… And be on Tumblr, all the kids are doing it… Definitely… Continue »