I love reading great business books—but I love helping authors create them even more.
From Economics to Entrepreneurship
My passion for business books started in high school when a Brazilian missionary lent me his tattered copy of Quest for the Best by Stanley Marcus. While my friends read fiction or played video games, I immersed myself in books on economics, entrepreneurs, and business titans. This led me to pursue:
Real-World Business & Consulting Experience
After grad school, I gained hands-on experience managing and consulting for businesses and nonprofits:
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Trained micro-entrepreneurs through an economic development organization
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Led a program that sheltered and supported teen mothers and their children
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Served as an in-house consultant for a $30M family business, launching new projects and managing a $2M company during a leadership crisis
The Leap Into Writing & Publishing
I co-founded an IT company—only to realize I wasn’t an IT guy. After stepping away, the company thrived. Meanwhile, I started a copywriting side hustle, which soon became my full-time profession.
A Dream Career in Business Book Writing
One day, I met someone who wanted to write a business book. That moment changed everything. Over the past decade, I have:
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Worked with top business leaders and publishing professionals worldwide
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Trained ghostwriters from Argentina to Italy, helping them integrate entrepreneurship into their writing
Now, my mission is clear: help business authors share their expertise with the world.
Ready to bring your business book to life? Let’s make it happen!
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