The winners of the Poke the Box contest to win of of three copies of Seth Godin's new book have been announced and notified. Their copies of Poke the Box are the way. Check out these winning women and see if you can help one of them start making their initiative come true. Thanks to 140+ people who submitted the projects they intend to start!
I am already getting better at sharing my message with my target audience in a way that is meaningful for them. So, become a world class copy writer, communicator, and get my message in front of more people directly would be and is now my goal – write and write more. ~Donna L. Ward, Business Coach
I think frequent blogging will help with this big goal! 🙂
I would write a book, create a dedicated website and blog about it and related topics, arrange a speaking tour, and also create a video and social media campaign surrounding the book and its topics. I would also explore some new media I haven’t had a chance to yet, such as podcasting, audio, and related info products. ~ Carrie Jaffe-Pickett
First step, identify your topic, then outline your ideas and start writing. If you're a blogger, take a look at the content you've already created and see how it can be adapted into chapters for the book.
If I could choose a method to get my art out to the world, I would create a video to show my unique techniques and how I express my own imagination through mixed media and collage art. Then I would advertise this video through social media, print advertising and target art organizations and galleries too. I would start classes in my home for beginning artists too. ~ Linda Harbin
Video has never been easier to produce. Get an inexpensive Flip HD video camera or Kodak Zi8 and start shooting. It doesn't have to be perfect or Hollywood studio quality in order to make an impact and get attention.
How would you advise these winners to "poke the box" and make their projects a reality? Leave your comments below.
PS I have posted my thank you everywhere – I am so grateful! 🙂
I am so excited that I won – thank you so much Denise – Wow! Connie mentioned it on her call yesterday, too – that was really fun – I so enjoy this work and people like you to be around and learn from.
Well Leigh thank you for asking what my message is – “My role as a business coach is to provide objective professional coaching in the fields of business, professional and life matters. Assisting in knowing what your focus is, achieving your goals and dreams for your financial personal future is my ultimate goal.”
Donna, I love the business coaching field. I almost bought into a franchisor opportunity a few years ago.
Now to ‘poke the box’ a little… My writer’s group leader is actually a writing coach and editor. For fun (and to softly market his business), he runs a meetup group – the one I belong to. Wonder if there is a market where you live to run a business coaching group for a small fee, with the idea that some members will want to become your clients? (Maybe you already do this, but I thought it worth mentioning.)
Carrie, it sounds like Denise’s “From Platform to Profit” class would be perfect for you. I took it last year and it is full of practical advice and actionable steps. I’m writing a non-fiction book and found it very useful.
Donna, what is your message? If you can provide more details, some of us may have locations for your target audience. If writing is your main focus, guest blogging will give that to you quite quickly.
Linda, a video sounds like it would draw people in, especially if you can hire a camera person and editor so you have a professional looking video. Have you thought about offering a series of 5-minute “classes” via video online? At the end of the video you could provide contact info for how to sign up for full length classes.
Like you all seem to say (and as Denise says), social media is a powerful way to go. The trick is to “poke the box.” After all, everyone’s on facebook, but not everyone has a customized welcome page…
Good luck to all three of you!
Leigh
Hi Leigh, thanks for your tips and insights. Funny you should mention From Platform to Profit (and thanks for kind words!). Rachna and I are about to re-release it as a homestudy course. Blog on!
Thanks, Leigh. I’m on Denise’s list so I’ll be on the lookout for that.
Linda: how exciting for you, as an artist who has a plan after a few years away from my art- i think your idea is brilliant and I have a friend who keeps telling me there is a huge market out there for women who would love to learn how to paint etc.
Carrie: I would read Chris Guillbeau he has done what you are talking about with his book and blog The art of Non Conformity and check out Michael Losier who has a brilliant audio on how to map out your book etc send me a tweet @suziecheel if you want the link
Donna: If I was you I would use Julia Cameron’s book and process The Artists Way to get into a daily writing habit-
Suzie, thank you for your generosity and great tips for the winners. I know you are poking the box with your Change Warriors project and have a lot of gifts to share with the world as well.
Thanks, Suzie, yes I have heard of Chris but don’t have any of his books yet, have seen his blog, though. He is a great inspiration for any writer. Have not heard of Michael, will tweet you for more info.