This is a book written by two spiritual authors, but without the heavy dose of religious overtones. Rather, it’s a guide to help you understand yourself and how that awareness will help you better relate to others and build a career and life that aligns with your type. And if that awareness leads you back […]
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Book Craft with Sarah Sambles
Sarah Sambles has an incredible resume. She started her career as a marketing consultant back in 1999, advising global technology companies on their marketing and PR strategy. After having kids, she went freelance, working with clients from industries as varied as non-profit, services, education, construction, real estate, retail, and senior living. She offered strategic marketing, […]
Book Craft Q&A With Sherian Brown
Sherian Brown is an incredibly kind and talented individual. While both a published author and sought-after editor, she is currently focusing on her editing and proofreading talents to serve authors and business owners alike. Sherian currently resides in Maryland (the DMV), and technology has allowed her to join editor Tia Ross, founder of WordWiser Ink […]
Author Q&A With Peggy Archer
Peggy Archer is a children’s book author who brings her “life to life” in her books. Take one of my favorites, Name That Dog, which was inspired by the journey of giving a name to her new dog “Snickers.” In addition to writing adorable children’s picture books, she also writes poetry for children. Her latest […]
Author Q&A with Bob Mayer
NY Times Bestselling author of over 80 books including the #1 series Green Berets, Area 51 and Time Patrol. He’s a West Point graduate and Special Operations Veteran. Born in the Bronx, having travelled the world, he lives peacefullywith his wife. Bob has taught writing for three decades for over a thousand conferences and workshops. […]
The One Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results
You know this truth. You’ve probably been told a million times one thing that will help you elevate your success, but until the message comes along at the right time in your life, it’s not acted upon. I feel that way with The One Thing. Sure, I know, and employ, this principle for the most […]
So Good They Can’t Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love
Cal Newport raises the question of why certain people find fulfillment in their work where others struggle to do the same. His theory is that skills and experience are the driving factor for happiness, as opposed to launching heart first into a passion project. As an academic, he shares how he become preoccupied with this […]
Is a Creative Career Calling You?
John always had a passion for books and art, but thanks to his parents was encouraged to get his business degree and become a banker like his father. Though John is doing well financially, and he’s provided his family with benefits and the security of a solid savings account, John feels little joy in his […]
5 Ways Kindness Boosts Your Success (And the Books that Will Show You The Way)
Be kind. There are a lot of cynics out there who might think this is the worst piece of career advice that I’ve dished out yet. But why is that? How can they not see the long-lasting, overall positive impact that comes from being kind? Kindness is directly related to your success and it helps […]
7 Ways To Lessen the Sting of Insults (And Books That Will Help)
If you’re an author, a marketing director, an accountant, a celebrity, a career professional, or a business owner, you’ve had to dodge a few insults in your professional lifetime. Everyone has. Now, I’m not talking about constructive criticism; I’m talking about hurtful remarks intended to sting. These insults can really stink and despite the intent […]