#350: From Personal Tragedy to Published Bestseller

Epic failures in life, although they create pain and difficulty for a season, can be the cornerstones of a life of influence and success.
There is a calling fulfilled by taking something which may have devastated you or your family, a personal failure or loss, an insurmountable tragedy, and using that as a baseline for helping others who may be going through something similar.
Many of you have heard my story.
I saw the vast need in the world: countless others who had been abused, raped, tormented by guilt, entangled with emotional connections they could not seem to shake.
Tens of thousands have found hope and freedom as a result of me sharing my story, and publishing a book which became accessible around the world.
This is also the case of my special guest today!

Special Announcement:
You have a message, a story, and cause that matters
You are drawn to a certain need or people group and have something of real value to offer
You have a desire to write, publish, and produce meaningful content for those you are called to serve
If any or all of these are true, you should be at the Create.Publish.Profit. workshop on June 21st!


Feature Presentation: 
Rebecca Vijay: Rebecca Vijay is an author, blogger, editor, and designer. During a career spanning a decade and a half, after working in various industries, while heading a commissioning team in Oxford University Press when she took a break to spend time with her two kids and explore ways to make a difference.
During this break, she started blogging and it reignited her love for writing. In May 2017, she published her first book, My Angel in Heaven, in memory of her firstborn twin son, Jacob. It’s a book about finding comfort and hope in HIM in the midst of the grief.
By the grace of GOD, it was a #1 Amazon bestseller on Amazon US, UK, India and Australia! She is a contributor to an inspirational book, When You’re DONE Expecting, which has been written by over 100 moms from around the world. (Also a #1 Amazon bestseller in various countries.) She published her debut YA novel, Break Free, Super Squad Series, Book 1, about four friends with superpowers, in November last year. (Another #1 Amazon bestseller on Amazon India.) Rebecca likes working with children and the youth and is a Sunday school and VBS teacher. She is also the Vice President of the Women’s Fellowship of her Church and was recently elected as a Pastorate Committee member there. She is working on starting her own creative services and publishing company that would cater to individuals around the world who would like to self-publish on Amazon and other online platforms. Closing thoughts: EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS IN JUST A FEW DAYS!
Creating and publishing books, audio programs, or even video training courses is not as difficult as you may think.
In fact, with a little coaching and training, you will be empowered with the knowledge, systems, and confidence to make it happen. This one-day workshop is designed to provide you exactly that.
You’ll learn how to leverage your concept or message for maximum impact and effectiveness
You’ll learn our proven system for writing, publishing, and marketing your books.
You’ll learn how to use different forms of media to extend the reach of your difference-making message.
You will leave the training with a bulletproof plan for becoming a published author
And so much more!
There are only 50 seats available, and a number of those have already been sold, so you need to secure yours ASAP.

If you have ever considered writing a book, creating an audio program, or launching an online course, this is the opportunity for you.
I am inviting you to make a decision today … a decision to step up, step out, and say YES to the opportunity you have to make an impact.
BrianHolmes.com/publish
Influencers Challenge: June 21 – One Day Workshop
In this workshop, we will train you on my proven process of formulating big ideas and difference-making messages into published books.
We will also do one or two sessions on creating digital (and physical) products such as audios, videos, and online courses.
The over-arching idea is to help you leverage your message, publish your first book, establish their authority, and get your message in front of more people.

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2. Continue this conversation on Facebook! Are you ALL IN or not?

Announcements: 1.  Strategic Influencers Mastermind We have a few openings in our next-level mastermind group for Strategic Influencers just like YOU. The purpose of this group is to connect emerging leaders for sharing ideas, purposeful collaboration, relational and business accountability, and ultimately, each member realizing “NEXT-LEVEL PERFORMANCE!”
This is not a marketing effort to get people into a course. In fact, this is not a course and it is not coaching. I’m looking to grow my businesses in a co-operative environment and also share my knowledge and experience with those who are ready to take their life and their leadership to the next level.
For more information on this incredible opportunity, go to …
BrianHolmes.com/mastermind
To apply for membership with the Strategic Influencers Mastermind Group, please click the link below, and you will be directed to an online application. Once you’ve completed the application, someone from our office will contact you to set up a short phone interview. Our desire is to serve you with excellence. The application process ensures you have all of your questions answered, and you and I are confident this group is a good fit for all involved. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

 
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Until next time, remember … You were made in His image, designed for a purpose, and are destined for greatness. The world is waiting for the REAL YOU to show up.  God Bless!
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