A very popular subject among public speakers is how to become an author. But how do you turn your speaking topic into a book? Today’s episode features my conversation with Honorée Corder, an executive and strategic book and publishing coach, TEDx speaker, and the author of more than 50 books including You Must Write a Book. Honorée passionately helps business professionals and entrepreneurs write, publish, and monetize their books, boost their brands, and get much more business.
On today’s show, we discuss:
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How Honorée got started as an author and has written over 50 books
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How she helps people turn their message into a book
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What Honorée asks speakers to determine if they are ready to write their book
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The writing process she recommends to aspiring authors
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How to organize your content so it’s ready for publishing
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Pros and cons of self-publishing versus traditional publishing
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Advice for co-authoring a book
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How a book can help a speaker or business owner beyond making money
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How to work with a ghost writer, including cost and process
Learn more about Honoree at HonoreeCorder.com
Listen to episode 148 How to Go from Speaker to Author with Honorée Corder
Angela Lussier is the founder of the Speaker Sisterhood and also an award-winning speaker, seven-time author, and two-time TEDx presenter. She is the host of Claim the Stage, a public speaking podcast for women. Her motto: Stop waiting. Start creating.
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