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		<title>Create Competitive Advantage In A Recession</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:53:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Annie Jennings</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It's continuing the recession time! Yes, it seems like forever that we have faced the economic conditions that do not favor small business so its time for these businesses to hunt for the clients that are available and get them to come to you. Of course, it can happen this way but you need to have a presence where these clients are. Using publicity and media helps you create an outreach strategy that puts you in their view. Competing with other firms successfully means you need to stay visible, create a reputation for being the expert or firm in the know and be accessible via the internet. Get booked on radio shows, TV shows and internet news site or sites with major visitor-ship.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s continuing the recession time! Yes, it seems like forever that we have faced the economic conditions that do not favor small business so its time for these businesses to hunt for the clients that are available and get them to come to you. Of course, it can happen this way but you need to have a presence where these clients are. Using publicity and media helps you create an outreach strategy that puts you in their view. Competing with other firms successfully means you need to stay visible, create a reputation for being the expert or firm in the know and be accessible via the internet. Get booked on radio shows, TV shows and internet news site or sites with major visitor-ship.</p>
<p>Use publicity, promotion and marketing strategies to stay visible to your target market. Demand your competitive edge by appearing in all the media that targets your market. Sure, this takes a lot of work but you can streamline the process by working with publicity professionals, at least for the big media. Businesses that are in a position to hire you are investing in outcomes that is, actually deliverable, you know &#8211; the ole &#8220;what&#8217;s in it for me&#8221;? Tell them what&#8217;s in it for them. Show them you are the only one they should hire as you are all over the internet and media as your industry&#8217;s pro. Now, this is competing to win!</p>
<p>Use your financial resources to build expert status in your field as media placements are as good as gold. Once you land on a big TV show, you can use that credibility builder for many marketing initiatives such as on your website, in your media bio and in your marketing materials and not to mention, bragging rights and name dropping when telling someone about your services.</p>
<p>The secret to creating a strong presence in your field so get lots of radio interviews, TV interviews, quotes in magazines and newspapers and quotes on the internet news sites. These media opportunity allows you the opportunity to showcase your cutting edge, your ability to out-think and out-perform you competitors. Stay up to date with the news stories you can comment on, stay socially relevant and be sure whenever there is a story in your area of expertise, you are the quoted expert. Yes, it might be time to hire a publicist to help you as consistency is key once you are starting the momentum.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s how it can work for you. Let&#8217;s say you wanted to hire someone to help you invest your nest egg. Do you start looking in the yellow pages? No, you ask for referrals and you start to notice the leaders in the investment management firm. One day, you see a financial pro on your cities morning show who looks good, well dresses, good appearance on camera and everything he says seems to resonate with how you feel. Hmmmm. Should you give him a call? Of course, to land on that TV show the expert has to jump through quite a few hoops and pass the media&#8217;s scrutiny. He must be good or he would not have been invited on the show. Now, the new business is his to loose. If so much is coming through the door and he can&#8217;t get back to you, well then, you have to keep looking but he did get the shot at your business.</p>
<p>Get additional tips on how you can use the media strategy for <a href="http://www.anniejenningspr.com/business_publicity.htm">business publicity</a> please visit Annie Jennings PR. A good <a href="http://www.anniejenningspr.com/business_strategy.htm">business strategy</a> that uses TV appearances, radio appearances, expert quotes in newspapers, magazines and on the internet is key to enjoying outstanding success in your goals.</p>
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		<title>Techniques On How The Reluctant Man May Get The Girl Of His Dreams</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:28:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brock C.  Geissler</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Not every guy is confident when it comes to ask girls out on dates. For some men, the thought of making the first move with a woman can make that man anxious and nervous.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Not every guy is confident when it comes to ask girls out on dates. For some men, the thought of making the first move with a woman can make that man anxious and nervous.</p>
<p>If you have answered yes to the above questions then you must pick up a copy of Tiffany Taylor&#8217;s book, Guy Gets Girl. In this book Taylor has created a plan that any man can use to get the girl of his dreams. There have been mixed reviews of this book, read on to find out what people have had to say about Taylor&#8217;s book.</p>
<p>Compare to other relationship and self-help books Taylor&#8217;s book is not long, with less than one hundred pages but it is jammed packed full of ideas that men can use to attract beautiful women and get the girl they want. It covers everything from flirting to what women really want in a man.</p>
<p>Tiffany Taylor has realized that men have to be instructed and they often don&#8217;t know the simple things about dating on their own. This is why she has even included the steps needed to make the first date go off without a hitch.</p>
<p>Taylor is not a relationship expert, she just a woman who has had firsthand experience with men who do everything wrong and it is her goal to help these men by giving them a woman&#8217;s perspective on the situation.</p>
<p>While the books have a lot of good points, it does have some bad ones as well. It seems as if Taylor has failed to keep in mind that men are often looking for the woman that fits them best not just the woman that looks good. She has given information for men to get the woman they want, who is not necessarily the woman they need. Also Taylor offers great advice for getting a woman to notice you but she forgets to mention how to overcome your fear and shyness about dating in general.</p>
<p>The overall objective of Taylor&#8217;s book is to show men that it is best to keep it simply and do not put too much thought into it. Dating can be easy!</p>
<p>This is a good read and there are some very helpful tips and techniques offered to men in the book. If you feel that this book will help you must read it carefully and take the time to practice what Taylor&#8217;s tells you to do in the book.</p>
<p>The author additionally frequently contributes articles regarding subject including <a href="http://lovegurus.net/guy-gets-girl-review/">Guy Gets Girl</a> and <a href="http://lovegurus.net/how-to-become-an-alpha-male/">becoming an alpha male</a>.</p>
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		<title>&#8220;The 11 Forgotten Laws&#8221; To Answer Questions About The Secret</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 11 Jun 2011 16:21:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gary C.  Nobles</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[That time when The Secret hit the public scene, it really flew off the shelf. However, the audience was disappointed with the results. Some people truly had results; however, it got tricky when those who missed wondered whether it really is genuine.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>That time when The Secret hit the public scene, it really flew off the shelf. However, the audience was disappointed with the results. Some people truly had results; however, it got tricky when those who missed wondered whether it really is genuine.</p>
<p>Many guys who ran to check out the video ended up being disappointed or confuse as they have more questions than before regarding certain aspects of the theories supported. Bob Proctor therefore churned out &#8220;The 11 Forgotten Laws&#8221; so as to deal with those questions.</p>
<p>The 12 part program comes presented as Bob Proctor has a conversation with Mary Morrissey. They in the process touch on crucial insights which seek to answer those common questions people get after following The Secret. You slowly understand what the laws mean.</p>
<p>The whole gist of what is being taught is that there is a law of cause and effect. It is like a supreme law which connects your decisions and the actions you take. Mastering this helps you grasp decision outcomes.</p>
<p>Right now, there exists an online forum that seeks to help viewers interchange certain viewpoints and see each other&#8217;s side of the coin. As a result, you can say that the forum is part of the program because followers get an enriched perspective of certain lessons. You in turn understand the 11 laws more practically.</p>
<p>It is somewhat the way other self development courses come. The program requires you to be totally in it if you are to see any results.</p>
<p>What Bob and Mary do is to get you off from the start to realize that the course needs full commitment. It is commendable because many others just paint a picture of sweet nothings to gain authority.</p>
<p>Truth be said, you should not look at The 11 Forgotten Laws as that program which will transform your being by breakfast time tomorrow. You need to focus and commit over a period of time.</p>
<p>Refer to various other tips written by this writer covering products like <a href="http://lovegurus.net/the-forgotten-laws-review/">11 forgotten laws</a> and <a href="http://lovegurus.net">love guru trailer</a>.</p>
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		<title>The Three Essential Steps To Competently Do A Dunk</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:54:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Samuel C.  Cordell</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kobe Bryant's skills in basketball inspired many people especially when it comes to his abilities to dunk hoops. Allen Iverson also had the same talent. If you want to develop the same ability in this popular sport, then you can try out the following tips. Try to understand though that these NBA players have had expert coaches and trainers to back them up and teach them how to properly dunk.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Kobe Bryant&#8217;s skills in basketball inspired many people especially when it comes to his abilities to dunk hoops. Allen Iverson also had the same talent. If you want to develop the same ability in this popular sport, then you can try out the following tips. Try to understand though that these NBA players have had expert coaches and trainers to back them up and teach them how to properly dunk.</p>
<p>There is no other way to get to where you want to be than by accomplishing the first step. Fortunately for you, the first of three key parts of an NBA quality dunk is very easy to understand and would only be needed to be practiced as the start of what would be your dunk career.</p>
<p>Your main gym is your staircase that will provide you the necessary training grounds for the highest and most powerful jump to be able to dunk that ball. The first step is to go up as quick as you can while minding the careful ways once going down.</p>
<p>Each step of the air is also crucial. Try to jump over two steps at a time to train your legs to aim higher. Then go down again and watch closely your steps. After this is the part the two feet have to jump on a step simultaneously to every step. Then, change it to a hop by one leg and go down safely again.</p>
<p>Each hop must be a switch between the left and the right. All of these movements have great efficacy in increasing the capabilities of the leg muscles.</p>
<p>Sprinting will also contribute a lot to a successful dunk. The more you perform this exercise, the faster that you will be able to jump high enough to perfect the dunk and the sprint that comes before it.</p>
<p>Shorter distances for running are more preferable as opposed to long ones. 100 yards with 5 sets is ideal for those who are practicing and learning how to dunk.</p>
<p>Ensure that your knees can handle the demand of dunks by performing knee bends constantly. This is also to prevent any damage to your joints.</p>
<p>Access additional educational articles by this author regarding areas like <a href="http://howtodunkbasketball.com">jump higher</a></p>
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		<title>Tips To Get Your Crush To Date With You</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2011 14:35:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Howard A.  Levin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Having problems on how you will get the girl you like to date with you? If yes, there is no need to worry now for we can provide tips and guidelines to help you.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Having problems on how you will get the girl you like to date with you? If yes, there is no need to worry now for we can provide tips and guidelines to help you.</p>
<p>There are magazines in which you can see some tips and steps you can follow on what you must do. There are lots of guidelines on how to get a girl to date you. Tips that you guys should follow carefully if you really want to know her the way she would be pleased.</p>
<p>The featured articles in the magazine like the FHM magazine differ from others. They contain more tips and ways on what a guy should do to date her girl.</p>
<p>You will read there steps on how you can get your girl to date with you. Steps you must follow in order to get it right. It will help you also to develop your skills, such as your seduction skills for attracting women.</p>
<p>There are instance where in you will have to go under some training to be able to learn and understand well on the things you will especially with your daily lives. You must see to it that you will be able to clearly learn how the bulletproof seduction does which sometimes you can be the said customer.</p>
<p>This bullet proof seduction is a guide in which you have to purchase it and it makes sure that you can avail it as affordable as it can be. The guide is really worth it once you already have it. even if you are still a student you can purchase this as well.</p>
<p>Today, you can purchase this guide if you already have a one dollar. See, it is not that expensive and it does include some audios and videos along with it.</p>
<p>With the audio that is included in the package, you can always have them for free. No additional charges.</p>
<p>Check out more of this author&#8217;s writing on things including <a href="http://lovegurus.net/bullet-proof-seduction/">bulletproofseduction.com</a> and <a href="http://lovegurus.net/dirty-talking-guide-review/">Dirty Talking Guide</a>.</p>
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		<title>Medical Employment Agencies And The Need For Healthcare Providers</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2011 17:28:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Aaron Woods</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this modern time, the dilemma of meeting the medical needs of the public has always been a crisis. In all countries, there are always job opportunities for medical personnel since the requirements of the public with regards to this service are extremely high.</p>
<p>Given the fact that a lengthy list of job opportunities is available for job seekers, the burden still is at hand that making a good start in the profession is a crisis to many health care providers. Not only that, employment agencies are also facing tough times looking for employees appropriate for the job offer.</p>
<p>With all the burdens of job hunting, the agency should take responsibility of making employment process as smooth as possible for work seekers.</p>
<p>The main function of the medical agency is to open the communication between the hiring manager and the employee. In this case, ease is achieved by both parties since the bridge takes care of all necessary transactions involved.</p>
<p>The set up has been very essential among the three departments since all of them find benefits in dealing with the process.</p>
<p>Moreover, since the employment agency has all the access to a lot of job opportunities, be it on an hourly or contractual basis, they are required to provide a job that is suitable for the background and training of the employee. This way, the professional growth of an individual can be maximized and so ensuring excellent and quality services to potential clients.</p>
<p>So to all job candidates who are having a hard time finding the ideal work to start on, the recruiting firm specializes in providing either part time or full time jobs. It can either be direct or contractual hiring but will eventually assist you in making a good start.</p>
<p>But the responsibility of the firm does not only focus on giving you a job. It comes with an obligation of providing you a job that is appropriate for your skills and experience. You should be in an area that is very ideal and can give you more opportunities in the future. This way, the recruitment firm can legally operate for the benefit of all parties.</p>
<p>This writer also frequently writes on topics like <a href="http://thesteadyjob.com/pros-and-cons-of-using-medical-employment-agencies-to-find-a-job/">medical employment opportunities</a> and <a href="http://thesteadyjob.com/medical-office-jobs-5-ways-to-pay-the-bills/">medical staffing agency</a>.</p>
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		<title>Common Mistakes Small Businesses Make and How to Avoid Them</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2011 12:43:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ben Whitehouse</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Unfortunately very few start up businesses make it beyond their 3rd year. Failure is usually down to a number of clearly identifiable mistakes, which if small business owners are aware of, can increase their chances of survival.</p>
<p>Here are the top 10 common mistakes which small businesses tend to make.</p>
<p><b>Lack of Market Research</b></p>
<p>When a budding entrepreneur comes up with an idea for a new business he assumes that because he would buy such a product or service then everyone else will. This may be the case for day-to-day necessities but for other items this is usually not so.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s important that when you start up you carefully research the market to check that:</p>
<p>* There is demand at a level which would lead to a sustainable business</p>
<p>* People are prepared to pay the price required for you to make a decent profit</p>
<p>Undertaking market research may appear time consuming but the effort will pay off.</p>
<p><b>Poor Record Keeping</b></p>
<p>Some business people are not born administrators; they feel more comfortable getting out there and &#8216;doing the business&#8217;. Paperwork is too easy to ignore but can never be put off indefinitely.</p>
<p>Sales, purchases and other expenditure must be carefully documented, so you know whether you are making a profit or not. Invoices must be issued on time and chased up promptly if there is a delay in payment. It&#8217;s all very well having the sales but poor record keeping can hold you back.</p>
<p>Having your paperwork in order will also save you time when it comes to your accountant doing your year-end books!</p>
<p><b>Insufficient Capital</b></p>
<p>When starting off it&#8217;s easy to decide what capital is required for fixtures and fittings, machinery and stock. What many new business owners forget about is the cash needed to fund day-to-day requirements, i.e. cash to pay expenses before your customers pay you. This is known as your working capital requirement.</p>
<p>Small businesses can fail because they have insufficient cash to start off to meet these immediate expenses. If you wish to survive make sure you set aside enough cash to meet all your needs for the first few months.</p>
<p><b>Ineffective Marketing Or None At All</b></p>
<p>You cannot afford to treat the cost of marketing as an unnecessary expense. A business with no marketing is like waving in the dark &#8211; you know you are doing it but no one else does!</p>
<p>There are many ways to promote your business on a small budget; it&#8217;s just a case of being inventive and creative. What ever you do, don&#8217;t assume that people will quickly know you are in business &#8211; they won&#8217;t, unless you tell them.</p>
<p><b>Ingoring Changes In The Market Place</b></p>
<p>As a small business owner it&#8217;s very easy to get immersed in your business and not see what is happening around you in the market place. Always keep your eyes and ears open to what the competition is doing and what your customers want. Don&#8217;t get left behind.</p>
<p><b>Owner&#8217;s Attitude</b></p>
<p>Attitude is everything in business. Don&#8217;t forget that the real boss in your business is the customer. Running a business may make you feel important but don&#8217;t let this develop into an &#8216;I am better than you&#8217; attitude. Do this and you will quickly chase your customers away.</p>
<p><b>Spending On The Wrong Things</b></p>
<p>Being in business can be exciting, especially as the cash starts to roll in! However, don&#8217;t be tempted to spend it on a new car, a house or just a good time. If you are to own a successful business then you have to keep some cash back to fund future growth. A business cannot grow without cash, so commit to spending business money on the business.</p>
<p><b>Dependent On A Small Number Of Customers</b></p>
<p>Don&#8217;t fall into the trap of setting up a business just because one person says they will buy from you every week or month. Setting up and running a business, which is dependent on one customer, is not a recipe for success. What happens if, one month after you have spent all your cash to set up your business, that customer says he has changed his mind and has decided to buy elsewhere? Unless you can find other customers very quickly you are faced with closure.</p>
<p>Before embarking on a new venture make sure you have a sufficient number of customers such that if a few go elsewhere you can still continue trading.</p>
<p><b>Growing Too Quickly</b></p>
<p>Surprisingly, growing too quickly can be a problem. You have to be disciplined enough to only take on work you can handle. If you are tempted to accept too much you could end up disappointing not only the new client but also your existing ones.</p>
<p>Also, don&#8217;t under-estimate the impact rapid growth can have your administrative burden. As I mentioned earlier, getting behind on the paperwork can have an equally damaging effect on your business.</p>
<p><b>Trying To Do Everything</b></p>
<p>Finally, the problem most small business owners have is the fact that everything falls on their plate. Inevitably this is how it&#8217;s likely to be in the beginning, when the limited budget means that staff are a luxury, but as the business grows be aware that you cannot continue to do all tasks. There will come a point when you become inefficient and not have enough time to complete everything in sufficient detail. Taking on an extra pair of hands will increase your costs but you will be surprised at how much time will be saved, allowing you to do what you do best &#8211; getting the business in.</p>
<p>Take a look at each of the mistakes and make sure that you don&#8217;t fall into these traps.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cover letters might be more difficult to write compared to how easy they might look when you first think about one. Quite a few people have had frustrating experiences when starting because there are no guidelines to make a brilliant letter.</p>
<p>To give your cover letter that fine finish and amazing touch I have carefully put down some points that you may want to go through and add to your cover letter in order to impress the next person who reads it.</p>
<p>To make a brilliant impression you must first include details of how you got to know the details of the job (online, in the paper, heard from a friend, etc.) in your cover letter. You must also clearly specify which post you are applying for and indicate your intention of joining the company.</p>
<p>Now comes the part where you have to tell your employer about your self. Be sure to include your qualification as well as the institutes you studies at and the different courses you have taken up. Work experience can also impress your reader. Finish it up with a personal touch of ambitions, hobbies and accomplishments.</p>
<p>Now coming to the body of the letter, you are always better of explaining to them about how you would be perfectly suited for the job and how your skills will be what they need. You can look at the job description for a better idea. In case the job description requires good communication you can always add communication as a strong point in your cover letter.</p>
<p>Now talk about how you can communicate more efficiently with your group and how you developed these skills.</p>
<p>To end up on a good note, tell the reader that you are perfectly suited for the job and chalk out a few reasons as to why he must hire you.</p>
<p>To wind up tell them that you will be getting in touch to know about your results and it is advised that you actually do this as it makes you stand out from the crowd.</p>
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		<title>Create An Author Expert Media BIO In 10 Easy Steps That The Media Will Love</title>
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		<dc:creator>Annie Jennings</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Follow these simple steps to creating a powerful media bio that works for authors, experts and analysts and is designed to get you booked on the media of your dreams. In this article you will learn the guidelines to creating a media bio designed to tell the media everything they need to know to consider you and book you for the media opportunity. The first tip is that your bio should always begin with your credentials, academic achievements, professional and academic affiliations.</p>
<p>2. Include the full name of your book and include and reports, papers, and/or studies that you have created or taken part in and note those next along with the names of the papers and studies and where they appear etc so the media can document them as this helps establish your credibility 3. List your areas of expertise including your main specialties and sub-specialties. 4. List the years you have been active in these areas and your fields. 5. List any involvement in any association, achievements or awards you have received in your field.</p>
<p>6. Appearing on radio shows, TV shows or being the author or quoted expert is media such as newspapers, magazines or been showcased online, now is the time to add it into your bio. Media is a powerful positioning tool and list your media appearances. You can include the name of any exceptionally well-known media but only include the top media. You can get into more detail on your website in an expanded bio. 7. Keep your media bio focused without distraction. Personal information such as where you were born, your hobbies should not be in your media bio unless it supports your overall subject matter. You can add more personal info on your website, if you like.</p>
<p>8. You media bio should be concise and accurate. Your information is easily verified by the media so be sure to use the exact and correct information. 9. You can include your media bio on your website along side an expanded bio if you wish that has more information for the media or your visitors. Just label is expanded bio so the media understands that you have a shorter, more concise version as well as an expanded, more detailed, version as well. However, the details must match.</p>
<p>10. The purpose of a professional bio for use in the media is to give them a snapshot of your expertise and your platform so they can determine if you qualify as the expert for the segment or article they have in mind. In addition to the bio, have a professional .jpeg of yourself in your professional capacity and jpeg of your book cover ready to email to the media upon request.</p>
<p>Access additional tips on <a href="http://www.anniejenningspr.com">book promotion</a> and creating a powerful BIO for the media. Authors, experts and business professionals and <a href="http://www.anniejenningspr.com/promotingbooks.htm">promote a book</a> or a business with a professional quality media bio.</p>
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		<title>Author Publicity Begins With You, The Author</title>
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		<dc:creator>Annie James Jennings</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most agents agree that determining how to go about promotion is all most as important if not equally important as writing the book. Self promotion is something that may not come easily for many authors, but it is essential in launching a successful book campaign. Book and author publicity are key to a successful writing career.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most agents agree that determining how to go about promotion is all most as important if not equally important as writing the book. Self promotion is something that may not come easily for many authors, but it is essential in launching a successful book campaign. Book and author publicity are key to a successful writing career.</p>
<p>More and more authors are looking into self-publishing and eBooks. But, if you want to have a productive writing career, it is best to get the aid of an agent and publicist. Attending writers&#8217; seminars or retreats is a good way to get to know some literary agents before you approach them. You will need to be comfortable with your agent, as you have the potential with working with that person for a long time. And, you need to assure that the agent you desire works with your genre or type of book. There is no use approaching an agent about your children&#8217;s book, if she only handles adult novels.</p>
<p>Trying to sell to a publisher and publicize a book without a publicist or agent usually does not work, unless you are only looking at a small scale project in self-publishing. Many publishers will not even look at uninvited work submitted from someone who has never been published. An agent can help get a foot in the door.</p>
<p>However, in order to obtain the agent, you may need more than a good manuscript. The agent may ask you how you intend to sell the book. The agent wants to know that you are serious and secure in your plans to market your book and the publisher may ask this, as well.</p>
<p>You can and should include all types of media outlets in your promotion. First, you must know your target group &#8211; what age, male or female, national or international, etc. Then, you will need to locate all fields of marketing for that source. Some areas to reach are much simpler than others.</p>
<p>With today&#8217;s internet, joining social networking sites and blogging about your work, can generate a following interested in what you are writing. You may also wish to share some, limited, aspects of your life, especially when they apply to your book content. If you are writing a book about collecting sports memorabilia, it would be useful to promote what makes you knowledgeable and experienced in that field. For fiction writers, you may want to blog about meeting with a forensic expert or an archeologist to obtain expertise information in the field needed for your book. Don&#8217;t mention names and don&#8217;t reveal too much, that should be left for curiosity when the book arrives on the shelf. Be sure to check out other writers&#8217; pages and blogs, both beginners and experienced. You can gain ideas and insight into promotion.</p>
<p>When your published work is due out, be sure to let anyone and everyone you know. The neighborhood library, bookstore, church, newspaper or writers&#8217; club might want to host a book signing. Remember, everyone is a consumer and you want everyone to buy your book.</p>
<p>You can move on from there to radio and television. Check for talk-format stations in your area. Often they have live shows that may have a perfect spot for an interview with a new author. Even music stations sometimes have morning or afternoon news hours or a morning show with celebrity interviews. And, like the local newspaper, local television stations probably will want to join the bandwagon as well.</p>
<p>As an author it is important to generate a buzz about your book well in advance of publication. It doesn&#8217;t hurt to start small, but think big! Catching the eye of the local community will grow in to a region and gain momentum into larger territory. Find an agent or publicist with whom you work with comfortably and take it from there.</p>
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