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How to Become a Thought Leader: Your Guide to Building Influence and Authority

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how to become a thought leader

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, being recognized as a thought leader is one of the most effective ways to establish your authority and grow your platform. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, an author, or a professional with a message to share, learning how to become a thought leader can help you reach a wider audience, influence your industry, and make a lasting impact.

But how do you go from being a passionate individual with expertise to a recognized thought leader? It’s not just about being knowledgeable—it’s about sharing your insights consistently, engaging meaningfully with your audience, and positioning yourself as a trusted authority.

In this post, we’ll walk through actionable steps to help you on your journey to becoming a thought leader. For authors looking for structured support and a like-minded community, my Author Power Circle offers invaluable resources and accountability to grow your influence.

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Fiction vs Nonfiction: Key Differences in Writing and Marketing

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fiction vs nonfiction

If you’re an author or aspiring writer, one of the first questions you might ask yourself is, “Should I write fiction or nonfiction?” The choice between fiction vs nonfiction isn’t just about the story you want to tell—it also impacts the way you write, structure, and market your book. While both genres require creativity, each has unique demands and connects with readers in different ways.

In this post, we’ll explore the fundamental differences between writing and marketing fiction versus nonfiction. By understanding these distinctions, you’ll be better equipped to choose the genre that aligns with your goals and strengths. If you’re ready to start writing and need support, my writing accountability coaching can help you stay on track, whether you’re working on a novel or a nonfiction guide.

And for nonfiction writers specifically, my How to Write a Nonfiction Book in 12 Weeks course offers a structured, step-by-step approach to get your book written in record time. Let’s dive into the unique aspects of each genre!

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BOOK REVIEW: What I Talk About When I Talk About Running by Haruki Murakami

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What I Talk About When I Talk About Running

BOOK REVIEW: “What I Talk About When I Talk About Running” by Haruki Murakami

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ABOUT THE BOOKS (from Amazon):

In 1982, having sold his jazz bar to devote himself to writing, Murakami began running to keep fit. A year later, he’d completed a solo course from Athens to Marathon, and now, after dozens of such races, not to mention triathlons and a dozen critically acclaimed books, he reflects upon the influence the sport has had on his life and—even more important—on his writing.

Equal parts training log, travelogue, and reminiscence, this revealing memoir covers his four-month preparation for the 2005 New York City Marathon and takes us to places ranging from Tokyo’s Jingu Gaien gardens, where he once shared the course with an Olympian, to the Charles River in Boston among young women who outpace him. Through this marvelous lens of sport emerges a panorama of memories and insights: the eureka moment when he decided to become a writer, his greatest triumphs and disappointments, his passion for vintage LPs, and the experience, after fifty, of seeing his race times improve and then fall back.

By turns funny and sobering, playful and philosophical, What I Talk About When I Talk About Running is rich and revelatory, both for fans of this masterful yet guardedly private writer and for the exploding population of athletes who find similar satisfaction in running.

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