Elite Publishing with Melanie Johnson and Jenn Foster – Details, episodes & analysis

In today’s episode, host Jenn Foster is joined by Mark Willis, a three-time international best-selling author and certified financial planner, all the way from Chicago. Mark dives into his journey of writing and publishing books—sharing invaluable tips for first-time authors, from starting with just a chapter alongside a team to collaborating and leveraging marketing power together.Mark’s latest book, “The Business Fortress: How to Grow, Protect, and Exit Your Business with Confidence,” co-authored with David C. Barnett, is designed to help business owners navigate the tricky waters of building and safeguarding their enterprises—while also securing their financial future. He talks about the inspiration behind the book, practical strategies for writing (including the use of voice-to-text and AI for editing), and how repurposing content like podcast episodes can fuel your manuscript.

Welcome back to the Podcast! In today’s episode, host Melanie Johnson sit down with publishing and podcasting expert Paul Colligan. Paul shares his incredible journey from ghostwriting massive technical manuals to independently publishing 14 books, and reveals how that shift transformed his career and opened doors in unexpected ways. You’ll hear valuable insights on the power of combining books, podcasts, and social media to achieve your goals—and why thinking strategically about what you want your book or podcast to do is much more important than obsessing over the technical details.

Paul dives into the realities of both traditional and self-publishing, describing the surprising costs, freedoms, and business opportunities that come with each approach. Plus, he shares practical advice on incorporating meaningful offers into your book, leveraging your content across platforms, and even experimenting with AI and new technology.

In this episode, Hedieh shares her deeply personal story, including the divine inspiration behind her book, the unique challenges she faced while writing, and the creative process that ultimately led her to success. Despite juggling immense personal stress, including her daughter's rehabilitation, Hedieh listened to her calling and penned her book to offer hope and encouragement to others.
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Are you struggling to figure out what's holding you back from success? If you're looking to turn your thinking around and reach the next level of success, listen now to learn how to achieve unstoppable momentum for your goals, business, and life.

Promote your book before it is published. Why generating excitement before your book is published is important for pre-sales and launches. Take your book on a virtual tour. Discover new and exciting opportunities to launch your book.

Have you wanted your own podcast but didn't know where to start? Learn the trade secrets of podcasting with podcast expert, Mario Fachini. With a guaranteed ROI, podcasting is one of the most overlooked and profitable ways to reach new audiences and sell more books. Don't let the podcast revenue stream pass you by.

Did you know that you can write your next book while maintaining a healthy and balanced lifestyle? It's true! You’ll learn how to focus on your writing and stay healthy while penning your masterpiece--without sacrificing your wellbeing or sanity for the sake of your work. You'll get tips and advice for setting daily writing goals, staying motivated, and dealing with stress, all while keeping up with your everyday routine.

Authors, would like to see your book on the big-screen, or even maybe the little-screen? Think your book could be a MOVIE? You're not alone! In fact, many bestselling authors started out by thinking the same thing. But what's the next step? How do you turn your book into a screenplay that Hollywood will love? Gain valuable insights from developing your plot to pitching your script. You will learn what you need to know to make your movie dreams a reality.

The world of business is always changing rapidly and if you want to stay ahead of the curve you need to be innovative! You want to reinvent your business for the future and create a lasting value in a rapidly changing market for your business, your brand and your book. You’ll gain insights and actionable advice that will allow you to take advantage of all the new technology including cryptocurrency and NFTs. So are you ready for an adventure into the future where anything is possible?

You've written a book! Congratulations! Now what? How do you position yourself as the expert and get your book into the hands of readers? This session will teach you how to successfully leverage your book and sell high-ticket products and services.