Calia Wilde Posted April 26 Report Posted April 26 By now you should know members get discounts on workshops, but did you know we meet once a month to discuss current trends, marketing techniques, author career advice and MORE? Here's a sneak peek at the Author Chats we have on deck for our membership: May: Public Speaking for Authors • Date: May 17, 2026 • Subtitle: How to master your first impression and monetize your message. • Discussion Notes: Covering essential public speaking tips, how to create a lasting impact, and strategies for monetizing your speaking engagements. June: Magnets to Sales • Date: June 21, 2026 • Subtitle: Crafting content that drives sales. • Discussion Notes: Learn how to create effective reader magnets, track your conversion rates, source content, and implement best practices to drive consistent sales. July: Selling With Your Shorts • Date: July 19, 2026 • Subtitle: Using TikTok and Instagram short videos to drive revenue without ad spend. • Discussion Notes: Learn to craft engaging video shorts that monetize your brand organically, effectively replacing the need for paid advertising. August: Is it Really Dark & Spicy? • Date: August 16, 2026 • Subtitle: Gauging sub-genre expectations and marketing your niche. • Discussion Notes: How to accurately gauge your "spice" level, understand what "dark" truly means in today's market, and tips for marketing these high-demand tropes. September: It is YOUR Market! • Date: September 20, 2026 • Subtitle: Understanding your reader and defining your ideal avatar. • Discussion Notes: Learn how to validate your market, determine who your actual readers are, and why "avatars" are the key to unlocking your brand’s growth. October: Scared of Moving Forward? • Date: October 18, 2026 • Subtitle: How to identify risks and embrace forward momentum. • Discussion Notes: Are you holding back? We explore how to identify what’s keeping you stuck and what mindset shifts are required to take the next big step in your career. November: What is an Author Plan? • Date: November 15, 2026 • Subtitle: Defining essential elements for your long-term success. • Discussion Notes: Hear from fellow authors on how they construct their business plans and identify the essential components needed to build yours. December: Delegation on a Budget • Date: December 20, 2026 • Subtitle: How to scale your business without a full-time assistant. • Discussion Notes: We all want to clone ourselves, but what does it really mean to delegate? Learn when to outsource and how to maximize the value of the services you hire. January (2027): Take the Chill Off (Your Characters) • Date: January 17, 2027 • Subtitle: Crafting relatable characters that resonate with readers. • Discussion Notes: How to create truly "likable" characters, tap into their authentic emotions, and make them feel human on the page. How do you sign up and get these for FREE? Join! passionateink.org/join
Recommended Posts