Workshop Wednesdays & The Business Owners

Jason Matthews are you happy to be an Indie author? I am–it’s a thrilling time for writers. The internet has changed publishing for the better in my opinion, empowering each of us to share ideas with readers all over the world. Not long ago there was a real stigma associated with self-publishing but times are changing quickly. Indie authors have more control over projects and get to keep the bulk of their sales. No wonder so many of us are either self-publishing or exiting from traditional contracts. It isn’t easy though, but that has created a coveted asset within this community: the supportive network of people ready and able to help each other. I love meeting writers and helping share their stories. http://ebooksuccess4free.wordpress.com

 Lauren Midgley is passionate on the topic of growing a business. She spent over 17 years in a franchise company that was created from independent sales agents serving the business market. Lauren Midgley has a keen sense of focus on the business fundamentals.  The basics:  revenue, expenses, profits, customer strategies, marketing plans, expansion goals, and much more. She holds a Masters of Business Administration from Golden Gate University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Arizona State University. Lauren furthered her education to obtain the Franchise Executive Certification through the International Franchise Association. http://www.laurenmidgley.com