Genuine promotion that really will speak to others. Most people will feel the need to reciprocate if we do something authentically kind. Our motive should always be pure—do something authentically kind—because people can smell manipulation from a mile away, and who likes being manipulated? No one.
Tag: blog
Jun 05 2010
Writers–Do You Have the Right Stuff?
Do you really want to be a successful author? OR Are you in love with the idea of being a successful author?
May 18 2010
What's Almost Better than a Free Web Site?
Until it blows up or is taken off-line for good, it is going to be a super-powerful tool to help you succeed. I hear too many authors say, “MySpace is so yesterday. I’m on Facebook.” Well, okay, but you are shelving a very powerful tool for promotion, and we aren’t on there for fun, we are there to build a brand.
Apr 28 2010
Is it a Good Idea to Post Chapters of Your Novel On-Line to Build Your Platform?
Non-fiction and humor lend themselves to making good blogs and building an Internet following. But, for novels, many of the benefits of posting pieces of your novel break down, and I’ll explain why.
Apr 20 2010
Social Media– 3 Easy Ways a Writer Can Build a Solid Platform
Think ice cream stand in Alaska, hot coffee in Tuscon, mountain bikes in Wichita, KS. A tough sell and a very limited customer base. Just because everyone is saying FaceBook is hot and MySpace is passé in no way means you should listen to them. If you have to choose between going with your friends and going with your fans, I advise that you choose the fans if you desire to build a platform.