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How to Ditch Drawbacks and Increase Credibility

(Forbes first published my article here.) We’ve heard all these or similar comments before—but they keep coming: —“The culture here...

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How to Motivate Yourself to Finish Your Book

Both seasoned and aspiring authors typically have a “goals” list in mind—if not on paper: —Increase credibility and expand my...

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3 “A” Words That No Longer Communicate

Words matter. At least, attorneys, auditors, and authors say they do—and earn a living proving it. The three “A” words that have become...

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How to Prepare for Your First Conversation with a Book Editor

After authors get their first email from a book publisher to schedule a call about their proposed book, they do a big happy dance! Their next...

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Keep a Book Writing Log to Build Momentum

As with many dreams, the plan proves NOT to be the problem in writing a book. Even when you don’t feel like writing. Or I should say, ESPECIALLY...

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3 Killer Traits Necessary for Long-Term Success as a Book Author

“How have you written so many books?” “Is writing hard?” Those two questions pop up frequently when I’m meeting someone for the first...

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