“Here’s a Very Professional Note You Can Send…”? Um, did you mean to send that? Not long ago, I received a pitch from an author who wanted to be interviewed on the podcast I help produce. I get pitched all the time and always give […]
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Remember this quote? “If I had more time, I would have written a shorter letter.” — Blaise Pascal Some attribute it to Mark Twain, but whether it was said by Twain or Pascal, it is so true. Writing succinctly takes time, and in the media,
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Back in the day when social media first came on the scene (remember those days?), I was traveling the country speaking to groups about how to use it to promote their books and businesses. And what did I hear, over and over again? “Oh, I’ll
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I was teaching a class on how to become your own publicist—something I love doing, because I do believe it’s empowering to know how the media works and how to advocate for your own book(s). Also, it isn’t brain surgery, so why not share with
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If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, then you know what a fan I am of book conferences. For writers and authors, there is nothing like being surrounded by your peers and industry experts to learn, grow, and make great connections, some of
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Not long ago, I worked one-on-one with an author who reached out for media training. She told me right up front, “I don’t think I’m ready. I’m not polished enough for interviews.” Fair enough. Many authors feel this way. But within minutes of talking with
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Not long ago, I was talking with a colleague who had just helped an author land a terrific interview on a well-known national podcast. The author (Matt) nailed it by delivering a fabulous interview. He was smart, articulate, and exuded incredible energy. There was no
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Several years ago, I was on a call with a morning show producer, discussing potential guests for an upcoming segment on workplace wellness. I had a few ideas in mind, and I pitched one of my authors—a smart, seasoned expert with great stories and real
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I’m in the middle of leading a media training course for the Nonfiction Authors Association and a fantastic group of authors. At the very beginning, during introductions, I asked a simple question: “What do you most want to get out of this training?” The responses
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Several years ago, an author by the name of Allan contacted me. He had written a powerful, heartfelt book about overcoming adversity. He was smart, articulate, and deeply passionate about his message, but no matter how many pitches he sent, no one was biting. He
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