You may have years of useful experience but feel unsure how to organise it into a book. In this Cofi guest recording, Julie Hogbin discusses writing, structuring ideas and turning knowledge into a published asset.
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Begin with the reader and the question
The description introduces Julie as an author, mentor and business leader. Before watching, decide whom you would want to help and what they should understand by the end of a book. A list of everything you know can become overwhelming; a clear purpose helps you decide what belongs. Collect the questions you regularly answer and group related ideas. Consider examples you can share appropriately without exposing private customer information. Writing a book requires time, editing and decisions about publication, and it does not guarantee authority or sales. Use the replay to explore the process and record questions about the route that fits your goal. A small outline is a more useful first step than committing to a large project without a purpose.
Three actions to try
- Describe the reader and the problem your book would address.
- Group related questions into a simple outline.
- Choose a short section to draft before expanding the project.
Questions and answers
Who is the guest speaker?
Julie Hogbin, introduced in the video description as an author, mentor and business leader. Her session was shared with the Cofi Business Network.
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