Seeking Story Submissions to Feature in My Upcoming Book: How Has Writing a Book Improved Your Business?

If you are a published author of a print book, you could be featured in my upcoming book, Instant VIP, which teaches entrepreneurs & other business owners how to write a book that increases customers, contacts and profits.

Here’s what I’m looking for:

I am featuring stories from entrepreneurs/business owners sharing how being a published author has changed your business.

If this is YOU – I’d love to include your experience!

You’ll find out how to submit your experience in a moment.

Examples of results attained because of being a published author:

I have already received some fabulous stories from author experts! I’m really excited about each and every story, AND about the wide variety of niches in which they do business. For example:

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• One author in a highly competitive market submitted a project bid. Competition was stiff. He included a signed copy of his book and got the job.
• A pair of co-authors instantly established themselves in a related but new niche by authoring a book.
• Another author uses her book to generate leads for her training program and has seen a dramatic increase in enrollments.
• A coach became an author and finds it easier to attract coaching clients as a result.

These are just a few examples that I’ll be including in my book. Soon I’ll be sharing the names and stories of these authors on the blog – AND, most important – in Instant VIP.

A Flash of Inspiration

I decided to request stories when I was reading my HARO (Help A Reporter Out) update one day. HARO is a fabulous and FREE way to connect reporters with sources.

• Reporters can be reporters for media outlets such as magazines, TV shows or internet radio shows – OR even someone writing a book looking for sources.
• Sources can be experts in any niche or industry seeking ways to share your knowledge.

You never know what you’ll find in a HARO! And lots of people will respond, so you really can select the “cream of the crop” – the best story/resource – for your need.

The description below of what I’m seeking is a modified version of my HARO query.

How to receive the HARO reports

Experts can register to receive requests 3 times per day on weekdays. There can be 30 or 50 or more requests from reporters in each issue.

Why am I including stories from authors about how writing a book has improved your business?

(What I’m about to share applies to YOU as well) Simply take this idea and use it for YOUR niche or need.

• When you see numerous stories about how writing a book improves business, you will build belief that you, too, can get results like that.
• Stories catch your attention more than facts or even step-by-step. It’s part of how your brain works. You’ll remember stories  You’re wired for stories.
• Reaching out to people you don’t know (or don’t know well) as well as people you already know increases your circle of influence.
• People love to see their name in print.
• Someone who shares even a short blurb is likely to tell other people that they’re featured in a book.
• And they’re likely to buy a copy and perhaps cause several or dozens more to be purchased.
• Authors featured in your book may want to promote your book when it comes out.

Promoting the Book

A few of the author experts who responded to my first request have already asked me to let them know when the book is out so they can promote it. Woo-HOO! Build-in promotion partners.

If you use this strategy:

Here are some things to consider when you use this type of strategy. And actually, you’re getting the inside scoop, because I haven’t even told my HARO people some of the cool things I’m doing for them.

• If you’ve worked with me or read this blog before, you know I’m going to say “start with the goal.” What do you want to happen? First, get clear on what you want from the submitters so you don’t have to go back and forth.
• Now for the “cover your rear” piece of advice. Get a signed release that gives you permission to use the material in the work and in promotion of the work. Doing so gives you protection from someone, for whatever strange reason, deciding they don’t want their name and story in your material. I got 1 note back from someone with an AWESOME story who said it just didn’t feel right (to get a whole bunch of free publicity for them and their business). Go figure, but cover your assets.
• Acknowledge the submission in a special way inside your book/project. I’m including all the names of authors whose stories I’m using in the Acknowledgments section of the book.
• Thank the sources for their submission. They’re adding depth and richness to your book or other project.
• Update the sources on the status of the project. I’ll let them know when the book is ready to publish and how to order.
• Give the sources a way to profit from the project if possible. I’ll offer them the opportunity to join the affiliate program. I’m also providing them a special resource to share if they choose.

How to Submit YOUR Experience for Possible Inclusion in Instant VIP:

All you have to do is leave me your blurb (a couple of paragraphs is fine) in the comment box below.

Here is what I’m looking for:

I have a book almost ready for print that teaches entrepreneurs, business owners, speakers, coaches and the like a simple system for how to write a book that explodes your business.

I am including statements from entrepreneurs in various industries who have written a book. What I want is
a statement about how writing and publishing a book has changed your business. Have you gotten more media attention? More referrals? Bigger ticket sales? more long-term clients? Something more unusual? Your story could be selected for the book.

Please share the following information:

• full Name:
• Industry/niche:
• Book title:
• Publication year:
• Logline (1–sentence description of the book)
• How has becoming the author of a book changed your business?

Thank you for enriching my book with your experience. I truly appreciate YOU!

What Happens Next?

Once you submit your information below, I’ll review it. If I select you for the book, I’ll email you a release form to sign and return to me.

Thank you

OK – time to share!

Remember:

• full Name:
• Industry/niche:
• Book title:
• Publication year:
• Logline (1–sentence description of the book)
• How has becoming the author of a book changed your business?

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Free Webinar 5 Oct: Become a #1 Best Selling Author with Me & Ken McArthur

I love teaching people how to write a book, and I know you may not believe you can write a whole book…

But I bet you can write a chapter – especially if you have a ghostwriter assisting you!

So how about taking an opportunity to write a chapter (with assistance) and becoming a best selling author?

Yes – How would you like a short-cut to being a #1 Best Selling Author without writing a whole book??

You can be the author of a chapter in a book that goes #1 and you’re a #1 best selling author.

The Story of Impact WILL be a #1 bestselling book.

#1 Best Selling Author Ken McArthur and I are definitely taking it there, and you can take the ride with us.

Ken McArthur & I are doing a live webcast tonight for anyone that is interested in being a co-author with us for a book

called,

“The Story of Impact.”

We’ve already chosen 7 co-authors. If you are even CURIOUS, be on this webcast.

–> https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/643892554

Here’s just some of what we are going to cover …

• Why being in this best-selling book is absolutely crucial for your success.
• How to earn money and credibility at the same time.
• 3 hidden benefits from being a co-author in this project.
• The 5 steps we will take together to ENSURE best-seller status.
• How you can write your chapter in under 3 hours.
• How you can land amazing media training as we launch
• How to use your story to build your personal credibility
• A specific formula that makes writing your chapter simple.
• And more, more, more!

It’s the Impact Story – Co-Author Information Webcast

Just use the link below to register at:

–> https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/643892554

Talk to you on the call.

Warmly,
Ronda

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Ronda Del Boccio Radio Interview: WHCR 90.3 FM in New York

Dark and early this morning, boxer and radio host Ricky Young interviewed me on his radio show, “What’s in Your Hand” on WHCR 90.3 FM New York. I participated  via phone from my home in the Ozarks.

One of the roosters sang out a boistrous song at about 4:40 this morning, no doubt to make sure I was awake and ready for the show.

In case you stayed in bed, I recorded the interview.

Here is what you will discover on the 30 minute interview:

• Why socialnomics and social currency are so important
• Whether or not I believe social media is a fad
• A story of focus and determination from I’ll Push You Steer
• Using Facebook fan pages and social networks for connecting with your ideal customers
  
• and…The meaning of affiliate marketing and how to leverage it in your business (which he asked me when we had about 60 seconds at the end of the show – ha!

Here is the recording:

We packed a lot into that half hour!

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Strategy Session with me in San Diego at JV Alert Live: Entrepreneurs: Want to Become a Published Author?

If you’re going to attend JV Alert Live in San Diego, and you’ve ever thought of writing a book, I’d love to strategize with you there.

No matter whether you’re a speaker, coach, entrepreneur, internet marketer, or offline business owner, you NEED to become a published author of a book. Why? Because it opens every door to media attention, fame and increased sales and gives you instant credibility with anyone.

I’ve published 1 book of my own so far and have 2 almost ready for publishing plus one in the early stages and 3 ready to rock out next. I’ve assisted 3 authors in attaining #1 Bestselling Author Status

So why not meet with me to discuss your book idea? I’ll be setting up free 15–minute laser sessions, or you can buy me a meal for a longer session (bring a notebook and grab a pen that writes).

Contact me ahead of time to let me know you’re interested: profitableauthor “at” gmail.com GTalk that same address or Skype rondadel.

Resource

This Instant Credibility simple system shows you how to write a book that explodes your business.

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Meet me in San Diego at JV Alert Live

So often, I know people for months or even years – but we’ve never met in person.

My favorite moments are those when I get to meet people like you, face to face. Oh, emails are OK, phone conversations are a step up …

There’s nothing like being able to break bread with you and get acquainted -

find out your dreams and goals -
find out what you need in case I can connect you with someone…

I’m a panelist at JV Alert Live. I’m also becoming a Certified JV Facilitator.

Here’s the link so you can check it out…

Register for JV Alert Live now at the early bird price.

Tell me you’re coming and I’ll bring a special gift for you that NOBODY else has.

JV Alert Live is a soft place to land. Ken McArthur is committed to bringing the highest caliber of people together, and he calls the community his family.

You won’t find a bunch of smarmy marketers grabbing for your wallet. You’ll find true connections.

I met one of my best friends, Rhonda Cort, when we took a class over the phone together, and when we met in person at a past JV Alert Live, we immediately started “scheming” and planing awesome projects together.

You know, one of the biggest mistakes I see people making is thinking that you’re the lone ranger…that it’s just you and your computer all alone.

I know what it’s like to be isolated.  You feel like you are the only person who is going through the stress and strain of building a real business. You don’t want to work a job but miss the live interaction of being able to plan and work things out with real live people.

Nobody around me understands what I do. Not really. Can you relate?

My mom says, “She works with people all over the world…something online and over the phone. ” Oh, she knows I work with authors and entrepreneurs, but she doesn’t “get it” on a fundamental level -

and that’s OK. She’s from a different world…the world of the technophobes. <grin>

Face it, there aren’t all that many people actually doing the types of things that you and I imagine when we sit down at the computer.

So let’s get together at JV Alert Live San Diego..

We will talk one on one and figure out a way to make you at least a thousand dollars more than you have right now.

It’s really not all that hard if you follow the examples of people that are already doing it every day.

I’m not talking about “pie-in-the-sky” either.  There are plain, ordinary folks doing this stuff every day.  The key is to be able to see exactly how those “real-life” projects work in the “real world.”

I’m teaming up with Ken McArthur at a one-time “real world” live event.

Tell me you’re coming and I’ll bring you a special gift.

Ken is a friend of mine, who sees the insides of “real life” projects every day.  In fact, he is at the center of a group of people that work together in a regular “idea factory” of a place called JV Alert.

You would be amazed at the people that are in this group.

Ken actually arranges for these top-level people to work with you on YOUR projects and then they turn around and promote your products too.

Ken invited me to be a part of this event and I grabbed the chance right away.

Even more important than that, you and I can spend some quality time together one on one.  I know that we can come up with ways to work together that will make this new year great for both of us.

If you have any questions on this, don’t hesitate to let me know.  I’m definitely going to be there, so let’s not let this opportunity to get together pass by.

There’s limited space, so don’t wait.

Signup now before the early bird pricing goes away! You get to bring a spouse or business partner.

and then send me an e-mail to profitableauthor@gmail.com and let me know that you are definitely coming!

See you soon!

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