So you had the wild idea to write your first tech book. Hopefully you’ve taken the time to read my advice in Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 of this series. Today, I think I’ll wrap things up and cover a few other items that I think you should think about. Don’t get me…
Tag: Writing
So You Want to Write a Book – Part 3
I’ve been working on what is turning into a series of articles for those of you who get the itch to write a book. If you are just joining the conversation, I encourage you to take a few minutes to read Part 1 and Part 2. In this article I want to cover a few…
So You Want to Write a Book – Part 2
A few days ago I posted an article on what to consider when you get the crazy idea to write a book. If you are still motivated, then allow me to offer some additional tips and guidance on the mechanics of writing a tech-related book.
So You Want to Write a Book
I received a message on Twitter looking for some guidance on writing a technology-related book. Like many of you, he has no previous publishing experience. Notice I didn’t say “writing experience”. If you are thinking of writing your first book, I am assuming you already are writing. Even if it has been nothing but blog…
Ideas and Inspiration
I received an email the other day from someone who is looking to expand their professional identity and brand. Of course one way to accomplish that is by writing and publishing or sharing your work with others. But this begs the natural question, “How do you know what to write about?” Or as I have…
Where’s Jeff?
I hope that 2011 was a good a year for you as it was for me. In 2012 I hope to keep up the pace. Here’s a brief look at where you can find me this year and a few of my projects. Of course, this blog is my primary content site. According to my…
Hanging Out My Shingle
Way, way back in the day professionals would hang out a painted shingle indicating they were open for business. Even if your literacy skills were lacking you could distinguish between a doctor and an undertaker. Although I think sometimes he did both, but that’s another story. I thought I should officially hang out my “shingle”….