The Daily Author

The Daily Author

By Owen SammaroneEducationSelf-Improvement
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The Daily Author episodes

  • #113: Aubrey Bergauer — Run It Like a Business

    In this episode of “The Daily Author”, our guest Aubrey Bergauer is a seasoned consultant with a passion for helping arts organizations thrive. She released her first book in February 2024 titled, Run It Like a Business: Strategies for Arts Organizations to Increase Audiences, Remain Relevant, and Multiply Money-Without Losing the Art.

    We discussed her journey of transitioning from working with orchestras to running her own consulting business.

    We covered her ongoing focus on the business side of her craft and hinted at future projects.

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    27 min
  • #112: Lainie Rowell — Bold Gratitude

    In this episode of “The Daily Author”, our guest Lainie Rowell is a bestselling author and award-winning educator. Her first book, Evolving Learner, focuses on professional learning for educators.

    We discussed the importance of consistent, strategic marketing efforts for authors. She leverages social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to engage her audience and encourage book reviews.

    We cover that she uses book plates—customized labels she signs and gives to attendees for in-person events. It can stick them inside their books once purchased.

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    39 min
  • #111: Chad Foster — Blind Ambition

    In this episode of “The Daily Author”, our guest Chad Foster, author of Blind Ambition: How to Go from Victim to Visionary. He lost his sight in his twenties due to an inherited eye disease.

    We discussed the valuable insights into the realities of book publishing, the importance of brand building, and the strategic use of speaking engagements to drive success.

    We cover that he is working on a PBS series called Blind Adventures, featuring extreme sports activities. He also discusses a potential series that will follow his global keynote presentations, highlighting his motivational journey.

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    38 min
  • #110: Cavanaugh James — Read the Room

    In this episode of “The Daily Author”, our guest Cavanaugh James, is an entrepreneur and relational equity specialist. He released his book, Read the Room, in April 2024.

    We discussed his video content for social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram to build a community and direct them to free resources and courses.

    We cover his plans for leveraging his book over the next 6, 12, and 18 months.

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    34 min
  • #109: Jason Marc Campbell — Selling With Love

    In this episode of “The Daily Author”, our guest Jason Marc Campbell, a sales and marketing consultant and the author of Selling with Love. Jason also hosts the acclaimed podcast with the same title as his book: Selling with Love.

    We discussed the balance between providing practical advice and maintaining timeless wisdom in the book.

    We cover his future projects and might focus more on leadership, aligning with his current work with clients.

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    25 min
  • #108: John David Mann — The Go-Giver

    In this episode of “The Daily Author”, our guest John David Mann, renowned for co-authoring bestsellers like The Go-Giver with Bob Burg and The Latte Factor with David Bach.

    We discussed changes in book promotion strategies. Emphasizes the importance of adapting marketing tactics to current trends.

    We cover his new novel set in Western Massachusetts and his coaching program, helping diverse authors, including a young fantasy writer and various nonfiction authors.

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    28 min
  • #107: Oscar C. Perez — The Flowering War

    In this episode of “The Daily Author”, our guest Dr. Oscar C. Perez is a trauma recovery specialist and author of The Flowering War.

    We discussed his experiences with marketing his book, emphasizing that while he's not the best at tracking metrics like sales or ROI, he believes the marketing efforts have helped increase awareness.

    We cover that he is developing a year-long group coaching program that will focus on grief bearers and provide deeper lessons on personal and generational trauma healing.

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    35 min
  • #106: Randy Peyser — Crappy to Happy

    In this episode of “The Daily Author”, our guest Randy Peyser is an experienced ghostwriter, editor, and book coach.

    We discussed her own experience with her first book, Crappy to Happy, which was picked up after she started a one-woman show, gaining visibility.

    We cover her upcoming projects, including The Little Book of Big Epiphanies and a humorous collection titled Bad Poetry.

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    29 min
  • #105: Brian Covey — Conversations with Covey

    In this episode of “The Daily Author”, our guest Brian Covey is a former professional soccer player, now EVP of Strategy and Development at Revolution Mortgage, author of Conversations with Covey, and host of the Finding Your Competitive Edge podcast.

    We discussed his journey of promoting his book, which was sold in bulk for a conference in Tampa, providing a deal to ensure it reached attendees' hands. 

    We cover his plans to write a second book, drawing from his extensive experiences and aiming to pass on valuable lessons.


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    32 min
  • #104: Marissa Eigenbrood — Smith Publicity

    In this episode of “The Daily Author”, our guest Marissa Eigenbrood is the President of Smith Publicity and has been working for the firm for over 15 years.

    We discussed the significant impact of media exposure through diverse channels.

    We cover her involvement in several exciting projects, including sponsoring the US Book Show, attending the Frankfurt Book Fair, and working on campaigns with organizations like Operation Hope, focusing on financial literacy and equity.

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    31 min

About The Daily Author

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Welcome to The Daily Author podcast, where we talk all things non-fiction books with authors and discuss how you can use your book to create more income and impact for yourself and your readers. This is the perfect one-stop-shop for first-time authors along with veteran authors who are looking for innovative, fresh ideas and strategies to get their book into the hands of more readers, amplify their thought leadership, earn more, and impact the lives of their readers.