by lesley | Apr 9, 2026 | Social media
My social media platform of choice is LinkedIn. I have a presence on others, but that’s where most of my efforts are focused. I’ve been a member since 2005 and it’s changed a lot since then. LinkedIn in 2005 was a sterile environment, mainly a ‘dating’ platform for...
by lesley | Apr 8, 2026 | Author Guide
When I first published I went the traditional route – and it was much easier to do that 20+ years ago. Today publishing houses don’t talk to authors. The days of submitting a proposal are long gone – now you need to find an agent. Does that mean you don’t need to...
by lesley | Apr 1, 2026 | Author Guide
Not everyone is a great writer – and even if you can write reasonably fluently, it may not be something you enjoy. Does that mean you can’t write a book? Not necessarily. If you’re a consultant you have probably generated a considerable amount of content over the...
by lesley | Mar 29, 2026 | Email marketing
If you want to be in control, your own list is essential. That’s why lead magnets are still such a powerful marketing tool, especially for service businesses. But getting someone to sign up for your list is only the first step. Email marketing platforms provide the...
by lesley | Mar 25, 2026 | Author Guide
That may sound a bit strong, but there are plenty of people who find the writing process tedious. But if you have a great message and an audience ready to receive it – how do you get past your reluctance to sit down and write, without finding reasons to push that...
