by lesley | Nov 13, 2025 | Author Guide
As a development editor I get manuscripts in all kinds of evolutions from a completely finished version, already formatted to a bunch of bullet points that need work! Sometimes authors come to me with an idea and maybe some notes and we start from scratch. And I...
by lesley | Nov 9, 2025 | Reputation
Your reputation isn’t built by what you say about yourself—it’s built by the value you consistently deliver and, ultimately by what other people say about you. To influence your audience positively content marketing is an essential factor. Every piece of...
by lesley | Nov 6, 2025 | Author Guide
If you’ve ever thought about writing a book, you’ve probably got some ideas about what it will be about. As a speaker, trainer or consultant, you’ve got plenty of material, because that’s what your clients buy you for. But there’s more to it than simply a subject....
by lesley | Oct 29, 2025 | Blogging
Most small business owners have heard that ‘blogging is good’, but are a bit woolly about the benefits! These are just a handful of reasons why you should write and publish your expertise regularly. Your blog showcases your knowledge Sharing your expertise provides...
by lesley | Oct 19, 2025 | Author Guide, Writing a book
If you are considering writing a book, to help you to give your business an edge, you need to be well-prepared to ensure your book hits the spot. What does that mean? There are a number of key activities that ensure a non-fiction book is successful. 1: Know your...