Monday, December 26, 2022

Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show® Lineup For The Week Of December 26, 2022


 The Authors Show® serves as a resource for authors and allows members to engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. The site offers professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson, Executive Producer of The Authors Show®, founders of The Authors Marketing Powerhouse, have announced The Authors Show® radio and broadcast schedule for the week of December 26, 2022. The new show schedule is available at The Authors Show® site.

For those who hope to sell books on the Internet, the challenge can be daunting. It can be confusing difficult, time consuming and expensive. The Authors Show® helps authors overcome these challenges by providing opportunities for greater visibility.

The Authors Show® radio shows offer professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide. The upcoming scheduled radio lineups include:

The Authors Show schedule for the week of December 26, 2022

Dec 26
Channel 1     Linda Mac Dougall (USA)
Channel 2     Jody Sharpe (USA)
Channel 3     James Vogelzang (USA)
Channel 4     Pat Backley (New Zealand)
Channel 5     Colonel U. S. Army Ret. George A. Milton (USA)
Channel 6     Doris Barren (USA)
Channel 7     Jack Billups (USA)    
Channel 8     Sherrida Woodley (USA)    
Channel 9     Vicki Guggenbickler (USA)
Channel 10     Kristy Lee (USA)

Dec 27
Channel 1     B.T. Polcari (USA)
Channel 2     Rocky Romanella (USA)    
Channel 3     Sarah Branson (USA)    
Channel 4     Laura Formentini (USA)    
Channel 5     Carol S. Selick (USA)    
Channel 6     D. Terrence Foster, MD (USA)
Channel 7     James Gilbert (USA)
Channel 8     Benny Mailman (Cambodia)    
Channel 9     Deborah Nichols Poulos (USA)
Channel 10     John Thibault (USA)

Dec 28
Channel 1     Kass Ghayouri (Canada)
Channel 2     NJ Lujan (USA)    
Channel 3     Pam Ostrowski (USA)    
Channel 4     John Mahaffey (USA)    
Channel 5     Tia McGraff (Canada)    
Channel 6     Irene Wittig (USA)
Channel 7     Bill Poje  (USA)    
Channel 8     Stacey Dighton (United Kingdom)
Channel 9     Shelby Wagner (USA)    
Channel 10     Christine Hassing (USA)

Dec 29
Channel 1     Chuck Augello (USA)
Channel 2     Scott Allen Benkie (USA)    
Channel 3     Shelley Blanton-Stroud (USA)
Channel 4     Tom Davis (USA)
Channel 5     Richard Trayler (USA)    
Channel 6     Joseph M Lenard (USA)    
Channel 7     S.G. Blaise (USA)    
Channel 8     Sarah Willoughby (Australia)
Channel 9     Trevor Trigg (Australia)    
Channel 10     John R. York (USA)

Dec 30 - Jan 1
Channel 1     B.T. Polcari (USA)
Channel 2     NJ Lujan (USA)
Channel 3     David Rohlfing (USA)
Channel 4     Pat Backley (New Zealand)
Channel 5     Maggie Matthews  (United Kingdom)
Channel 6     Irene Wittig (USA)    
Channel 7     S.G. Blaise (USA)    
Channel 8     Dan Juday (Ireland)
Channel 9     Trevor Trigg (Australia)
Channel 10     Michael Carter (USA)
 
Profile:

Don McCauley is a marketing strategist and is the facilitator of the Free Publicity Focus Group, a marketing and publicity firm. He also serves as the host of The Authors Show® radio.  Danielle Hampson is the Executive Producer of The Authors Show®.

Contact:

Don McCauley
Free Publicity Focus Group
don@freepublicitygroup.com

Danielle Hampson
The Authors Show
danielle@theauthorsshow.com

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Sunday, December 18, 2022

Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show® Lineup For The Week Of December 19, 2022


The Authors Show® serves as a resource for authors and allows members to engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. The site offers professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson, Executive Producer of The Authors Show®, founders of The Authors Marketing Powerhouse, have announced The Authors Show® radio and broadcast schedule for the week of December 19, 2022. The new show schedule is available at The Authors Show® site.

For those who hope to sell books on the Internet, the challenge can be daunting. It can be confusing difficult, time consuming and expensive. The Authors Show® helps authors overcome these challenges by providing opportunities for greater visibility.

The Authors Show® radio shows offer professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide. The upcoming scheduled radio lineups include:

The Authors Show schedule for the week of December 19, 2022

Dec 19  
Channel 1     Deb Lewis (USA)
Channel 2     Jody Sharpe (USA)
Channel 3     Shelley Blanton-Stroud (USA)
Channel 4     Donna Louis (USA)
Channel 5     Nancine Meyer (USA)
Channel 6     Joy Resor (USA)      
Channel 7     N. Head (United Kingdom) 
Channel 8     Sherry Halperin (USA)      
Channel 9     Joanne Tubbs Kelly (USA) 
Channel 10     Morag Higgins (United Kingdom) 

Dec 20
Channel 1     Donna Louis (USA)
Channel 2     Kendall E. Williams, PhD (USA)      
Channel 3     Lydia M. Hawke (Canada) 
Channel 4     J. W. Webb  (USA)
Channel 5     Richard Trayler (USA)      
Channel 6     Bill Humbert (USA) 
Channel 7     Rana Bitar   (USA)      
Channel 8     Sarah Willoughby  (Australia) 
Channel 9     Vicki Guggenbickler (USA) 
Channel 10     Justine Manzano(USA) 

Dec 21
Channel 1     Larry Lockridge (USA) 
Channel 2     Samantha Wilcoxson (USA) 
Channel 3     David Rohlfing (USA) 
Channel 4     Douglas C Atkins (USA) 
Channel 5     Valerie Doherty (USA) 
Channel 6     Andrea Wilson Woods (USA)      
Channel 7     Lee Tidball (USA) 
Channel 8     Katrina Smithson (Australia)      
Channel 9     Nicholas Anderson (France) 
Channel 10     Michael Weiner, MD (USA) 

Dec 22
Channel 1     Bill Humbert (USA)      
Channel 2     JoDee Neathery (USA) 
Channel 3     Tom Burkhalter  (USA) 
Channel 4     Trina Carroll-Houk  (USA) 
Channel 5     A.L. Tayler (United Kingdom) 
Channel 6     Kady Hinojosa (USA) 
Channel 7     Julia Sullivan  (USA)      
Channel 8     Bella Lynn Thompson (USA)      
Channel 9     Al Moreno (USA)  
Channel 10     Randy Overbeck (USA) 

Dec 23 - Dec 25  
Channel 1     Deb Lewis (USA)      
Channel 2     Wendy Sand Eckel  (USA) 
Channel 3     Karen Hamilton-Viall (United Kingdom)      
Channel 4     J. W. Webb (USA) 
Channel 5     A.L. Tayler (United Kingdom)
Channel 6     Evelyn M. Leite (USA) 
Channel 7     Rana Bitar (USA) 
Channel 8     Dominique Prinet Canada) 
Channel 9     Deena Lindstedt (USA) 
Channel 10     Linda Maria Frank (USA) 
 
Profile:

Don McCauley is a marketing strategist and is the facilitator of the Free Publicity Focus Group, a marketing and publicity firm. He also serves as the host of The Authors Show® radio.  Danielle Hampson is the Executive Producer of The Authors Show®.

Contact:

Don McCauley
Free Publicity Focus Group
don@freepublicitygroup.com

Danielle Hampson
The Authors Show
danielle@theauthorsshow.com

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Saturday, December 17, 2022

Alcohol And Drug Addiction: 15 Essential Tools And Tricks To Stay Clean And Sober Over The Holidays Offered By Harriet Hunter, Author Of Bestselling Book Miracles Of Recovery


Harriet Hunter's award-winning, bestselling book became the first-place recipient of the coveted President’s Award in nonfiction from the Florida Authors and Publishers Association. Miracles features 365 powerful daily inspirations from a holistic view of recovery. A new Collector's Edition is now available.

Alcoholism and drug addiction (AUD) continues to become more serious all of the time. According to a recent article from CNBC Opioids: Drug overdose deaths among seniors have more than tripled in 2 decades (cnbc.com).  “Drug overdose deaths more than tripled among people age 65 and older during the past two decades while deaths from alcohol abuse increased more than 18% from 2019 to 2020, according to data published Wednesday by the National Center for Health Statistics.”

More than 800,000 seniors suffered from drug addiction and 2.7 million suffered from alcohol addiction in 2020, according to separate data from the Health and Human Services Department.

According to Harriet Hunter, “If it was not possible for alcoholics in recovery to have a profound change in perspective, many of us would be dead by now. Our literature tells us that we’ve been given “the keys of the kingdom,” or GOD (Gift of Desperation) in exchange for a humiliating, deplorable, and despicable death. As alcoholics/addicts with a program of recovery, we’ve sold our soul to a power greater than ourselves, in order to live a life of gratitude with an enlightened and sober heart instead.

Don’t think we didn’t live for the holidays, those exciting occasions that gave us a qreen light to drink or drug to our hearts content, without impunity except for our immediate satisfaction.

You don’t need a reason to consider these 15 points to a sober holiday because if you’re reading these now, that’s reason enough. Please feel free to add your own, but if you're new, or know someone who is new to the thought of being a risky drinker, they could prove useful, and safe, These are some of the tools and common practices that still work today, regardless of how many days you have strung together. They mean nothing though, if not practiced:

1. If you don't pick up the first drink, you won't get drunk  Sounds "trite," I know. But each time you drink, it's not how MUCH you drink that snags you under, it's what that first drink does for you!  Alcohol is the solution to most all of our pain and suffering, allowing us to postpone or evade that pain entirely. And let's not forget, self-loathing! It is the elixir that frees us from ourself: our scared, emotional, immature selves and gives us instead, that feeling that we've arrived in a way, never felt before.

2. You have no idea the damage that's possible AFTER that first drink. I can assure you as a blackout drinker, this is true. Did you kill or injure someone? Steal money? Lie, fight or ripped clothes off in front of a crowd? Land in jail as if in a nightmare? Oh, and there's more. If you can be honest, you're either fortunate or in denial.  The ones who never make it in recovery suffer from continual relapses, while denial leads the pack.

3. Don't "romance the drink." If you are newly sober, this one's for you: When with others, realize that no one cares WHAT you're drinking, so long as it doesn't interfere with their drinking! Prepare yourself ahead of time and be smart: carry soda water, iced tea, or soda, and don't stay longer than you must. You don’t even need to excuse yourself or say goodbye! Just exit state left. You’ll hear about it the next day or so and no one will reprimand you because they were too involved celebrating.

4. Examine your Motives for Going in the First Place: Are you orchestrating the Holiday event? Will you be receiving an MVP Award? Do you have something to prove to them or yourself or are you attending to not disappoint others? All of these would be considered wrong reasons, because (a) you're just not that important, and (b) after the 2nd or 3rd drink, no one is going to care or notice you’re there or gone. But if you have a drinking concern, you should care.

5. Bring Your Own Car. No easier way to get out of Dodge then to have your own set of wheels.

6. Bring some hard sugar-free candy with you. Candy helps to ease the pressure of anxiety, and self-consciousness, making it easier to change our attention to something else other than what we THINK others are thinking about us. (Because…. they’re not, it’s our ego dancing for joy, preparing itself for the drink we think will save us from ourselves!)

7. THINK the drink through to the other side. Prepare yourself ahead of time by practicing in front of the mirror. What will you say if sweet Aunt Betty trys to corner you about getting her a drink? Practice saying NO and offer a gentle suggestion that you will ask someone else to get it for her. You cannot, rather, should not, put yourself and your sobriety in that position, in ANY position that could compromise your sobriety. What will you say when someone asks if “you’d like a drink?”

8. Have Telephone Numbers at the ready and handy to use. This is why your sponsor harps about practicing picking up the telephone. More than once it has saved my life and it will save yours too.  But YOU have to do the work.

9. Print this out and add to it, anything and everything that speaks to YOU personally about how to protect your precious gift of sobriety.

10. Remember, this is just another day like any other with the exception of the spiritual and family undertones of resentments that ring with it. Holidays are hard for everyone (no, we have no monopoly on pain although we think we do). However, you really do have the control you desire to walk through them clean and sober if that’s your goal.

11. PLEASE, recite this after me: We only have to stay sober JUST FOR THE REST OF THIS DAY. This is the miracle of sobriety! And this is how it works:

Not New Year’s Day, Christmas Eve, With or Without Family, at an upcoming funeral or event: Just for the rest of today. So, count how many more hours of the day you have left where your feet are, (subtract sleeping, eating, working.) Now you’re left with several little hours. Who can’t stay sober just for these few remaining hours? We stay sober just for today because tomorrow isn't born yet.  

I used to tell folks who want to quit, to put a rubber band around your wrist and whenever that sinking feeling in your stomach starts to twist your thinking, as you sweat with anticipation and fear of how soon you can drink. Snap that band and change your thinking! Help someone else, do something nice for someone, reach up and out of your comfort zone and try something different.  These tricks work if you’re willing to work it.

12. The single solitary fact remains: IF YOU HAVE 24-hours under your belt already, there is NO reason WHY you cannot do this again! It is the perfect opportunity to PRACTICE THE PRINCIPLES OF SOBRIETY IN ALL OUR AFFAIRS.  And from the moment we wake in the morning, life is nothing but one big practice lesson.  

It is our THINKING that wants to make or break us!

Your thinking has one mission and one mission only: to help you fail. Our self-centered ego is doing pushups outside the door hoping and praying you’re feeling vulnerable enough, scared and fearful enough that it can convince you to take a drink. And without some “thing” bigger than you to count on for help? The chances of it succeeding are pretty good.

So, the moral of this story is, IF by a miracle we are still alive tomorrow, we hit our knees in thanks for another day sober, and ask that thing bigger than us to keep us sober for this day only. It's as simple as that.

Make up your own personal safety guide, or add to this, and then share this with others. You will be helping not just you, but the other person having a tough time too. But with your help, they might stay sober another day!

13. Check yourself into rehab. We think when we’re inebriated, that we have life by (well, you know where) but that’s where the danger begins: Many of us return to wherever home is and never wake up, dying from a drug-induced overdose of alcohol, drugs, while enduring a heart-attack, liver or kidney shutdown, driving while drunk, as the list gets worse from here.

Rehab, or even a short-term detox center is the very BEST way to sober up. By allowing medical professionals to check your BAL (blood alcohol level); your other vitals and determine how to bring you out and down safely, you’re letting yourself know that you really ARE worth something. If you cherish your family and others who care for you, this is a great time to do yourself a favor. While you’re at it, maybe ask for a physical since chances are you’ve been putting it off to drink instead.

14.  THERE IS NOTHING IN THIS WORLD THAT A DRINK WILL MAKE BETTER.” You may find that euphoric rush of adrenaline we live for in the moment. Although the truth is, after that first drink it’s downhill from there because we can’t stop! NOTHING GETS BETTER WITH ALCOHOL, beginning with ourselves!

15.  LASTLY, know that you never have to feel alone again. There are others, thousands of us, just like you, who are dying of loneliness and think a drink will make that loneliness go away; which, of course, it never ever will.  But what will take us out of ourselves is being with others just like ourselves: who drink just like us but one is too much and a hundred is never enough.

In the telephone directory or on line you will find AA meetings 24 hours of every single day. Google https://Intherooms.com for starters, or SMART Recovery, or ANY internet or recovery where there are round-the-clock meetings of every addiction imaginable

Look up a local AA meeting which is where the heart of recovery begins for us as a drinker, and go. You are under no obligation to say a thing other than listen and be with others. Of course, someone is ready to answer any questions should you have them or just be an observer. The secret is, while you’re there with us, you won’t go “there,” to the corner bar or liquor store. And trying a meeting of your choice may be the very best that could ever happen to you.

While there are many treatment approaches and programs, what is common to successful individuals who find themselves within a substance abuse program is the shared pain and the loneliness, often with an ongoing support system for the person battling the disease. That support system is what Harriet Hunter offers in “Miracles of Recovery: Daily Meditations of Hope, Courage and Faith.”

Hunter continues to receive rave reviews for her work from readers and reviewers alike. Vernita Taylor of Readers Favorite stated, “Miracles of Recovery: Daily Meditations of Hope, Courage, and Faith by Harriet Hunter is a great choice if you’re struggling with addiction because it offers a full year of inspiration and affirmations which I enjoyed. I see this book as a mentor or sponsor that is walking by your side and helping to lead you to a better, more improved you while teaching you how to deal with your stressors. The best teacher is someone who has been there and done that, and this book doesn’t disappoint. The author knows first-hand what it takes and how it feels to be addicted. If you need help along your journey, pick up a copy of this book; it’s highly recommended.”

Melanie Barton Bragg, Licensed Holistic Psychotherapist said, “Harriet shares her journey of grief, loss, and eventually arriving at a place of peace. We are privileged to have an inside look at how she has and is recovering. This daily meditation guide provides thought-provoking ideas to meditate on throughout the day and has been useful as discussion starters in my therapy groups. The usual 12-step daily meditation books have been in print for decades. This book is a refreshing addition to the standard recovery tools.”

Anthony Capozzolli of Dismantled Life Podcast said, “Miracles of Recovery has been a feast for my recovering soul. Every page is filled with love and helpful insights that lead to discovery. I read each page by date and randomly turn to other pages for an additional spiritual hug when I need one. It’s almost as if Harriet wrote her wonderful book for me. Page after page hits so close to home I often tear up from positive awareness and clarity of emotion.” Readers can find more 5-Star reviews from others on Amazon.

Miracles of Recovery received the first place President’s Award in nonfiction from the Florida Authors and Publishers Association.

Since her walk into recovery in 1999, Harriet has had one primary purpose: to show others how they can find hope and achieve their miracles while staying sober with a vision and determination to never go backwards, one day at a time.

Using her experience strength and hope, Harriet strives to be a conduit of hope and encouragement to others in their addictions, by showing them what continues to work for others. With practical tools, principles and promises as found in A.A., and other 12-step programs, she mirrors examples of how anyone can be free from the bondage of self, regardless of their situation.

With each purchase of a personalized autograph copy of Miracles of Recovery from her website, Hunter provides a no-charge copy of her e-book, "Your Daily Reprieve; How To Maintain Long-Term Sobriety Serenely Just For Today" in PDF format.

Details are available at her website at https://harriethunter.org/product/miracles-of-recovery-autographed-paperback-2/. All of her books are available at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Harriet-Hunter/e/B07JR632FX?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1668523622&sr=8-1

Harriet Hunter is available for media interviews and speaking engagements and can be contacted using the information below or by email at serenelywritten@yahoo.com. More information, including a journaling course, no-charge audios, e-books, handouts and other gifts can be found by visiting https://www.harriethunter.org.

About Harriet Hunter:

With over 23 years of sobriety, Harriet has worked with hundreds of women who suffer with alcoholism and drug addiction to help them find peace in active sobriety, and sponsors women both face-to-face and online. Readers can find her in the global recovery site, Intherooms.com, where she’s been given her own room and brings Miracles to life each Thursday at 11:00 A.M. EST.

Contact:

Harriet Hunter

serenelywritten@yahoo.com

https://www.harriethunter.org

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Friday, December 16, 2022

The 100-Day Plan For 2023 - Rocky Romanella’s Cutting Edge Strategic Business Planning Process Can Transform Any Company


A highly sought keynote speaker and trainer, Romanella is founder and principal of 3SIXTY Management Services, LLC. He has over 40 years of leadership at Fortune 100's and most recently served as Chief Executive Officer and Director for UniTek Global Services, after retiring from a 36-year career with UPS.

The new year is a time of renewal that allows for a fresh start in both our in our personal lives and in our strategic business planning. However, like New Year's resolutions, the best laid business plans can easily be forgotten when we get caught up in the day-to-day activities that require us to put out fires and wrestle with ongoing business challenges. Rocky Romanella's 100-Day plan offers an easy to implement blueprint for a strategic planning process that is both powerful in approach and elegant in its simplicity, all the while assuring we stay on point.

The 100-Day Plan is based on Romanella's concept of Balanced Leadership. The three components in Balanced Leadership are your company’s customers, employees and stakeholders. All of this is built on a framework that puts less emphasis on "doing things right" and instead focuses on "doing the right thing" for those three groups.

"I am a believer in discipline, hard work, and enthusiasm," Romanella stated. "These are the components behind the business plan. It is also important to operate as efficiently as possible and with integrity, compassion, and good will. Finally, it is critical for a business and a leader to establish who you are, what you stand for, and what you will never compromise. It’s the foundation of the 100-Day Plan and what will get tested on the difficult days and periods of the business plan."

As you revisit your business plan or personal action plan, often at the start of the new year, keep in mind: You set the tone for its success from the onset – in the first 100 days according to Romanella. During this time and with a methodical Balanced Leadership approach, you need to examine the current and future state of your three main constituent groups. How well are you delighting your customers and anticipating their needs? How engaged are your team members? Are your drivers of success on track to meet earnings expectations? Through the lens of Balanced Leadership, you will set the foundation with regards to expectations, focus, and culture. Your business plan will then determine what you wish to accomplish in the first 100 days; furthermore, it will determine your focus for monthly execution, serve as a blueprint for the execution of your team’s quarterly objectives, and reveal the year-long program that will drive initiatives to enhance individual and team success.

"Setting clear expectations for your team through your leadership is a strategic imperative when it comes to ensuring alignment with your values, mission, strategy, and 100-Day Plan. This process of setting Leadership Expectations is an essential accountability tool," explains Romanella.

Romanella also firmly believes in personal integrity — always striving to do what is right for your customers, people, and stakeholders. “No matter what your level, effective leaders must remember they are role models and ensure there is consistency between your words and actions,” he shares. “You must live your word; establish open, candid, trusting and respectful relationships at all levels and especially with your direct reports. When you treat all people inside and outside of your organization fairly and respectfully, you will see others bring their own discipline, hard work, and enthusiasm to work each day.”

More information on the development of a 100-Day Plan and a wealth of other strategic planning material is available in Romanella’s highly praised, bestselling book, 'Tighten the Lug Nuts: The Principles of Balanced Leadership.'

Rocky’s latest newsletter can provide even more information on the value of the 100 Day Plan at https://3SixtyManagementServices.com.

Rocky offers a number of resources on his website that offer powerful ideas for leaders at any level - business managers, educators or small group leaders:

PODCAST:

Rocky also recently announced a number of new podcasts for The Leadership Library Podcast. The pilot episode was released December 2nd, 2021 with future releases scheduled for every Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

All of us are leaders in some way - parents, educators, athletes, special interest groups large and small, sales teams - the list is endless. Regardless of the role we play, Romanella's concepts, developed under the heading of Balanced Leadership, can be applied to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and results.

Morning coffee is one of the joys of life for many of us. When you add your Cup of Joe to your visit to the Leadership Library podcast, your morning coffee will add an educational, entertaining dose of leadership octane to your day. Past show topics include:

Balanced Leadership
Broad Based Leadership
Company Values
Goal Setting
Integrity
Leaving a Legacy
Personal Values
Performance of a Successful Team
Strategic Vision
Operational Excellence
Strategic Process
Are You A Job Skill Developer
Leadership Roles and Responsibilities
SWOT Analysis
Training and Development

with many more topics available and more on the upcoming schedule.

The podcast is now available at https://tightenthelugnuts.com, or visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/1484407. The podcast is also available at Apple Podcasts. More on leadership, building a legacy and many other topics are also available at Romanella's website at https://3SixtyManagementServices.com.

BOOK:

Rocky's book about leadership, Tighten The Lug Nuts: The Principles Of Balanced Leadership recently achieved number 1 bestseller status in both Business Management and Business Leadership.

In 'Tighten the Lug Nuts', Romanella uses his forty-plus years of experience at UPS, and his CEO and Director roles, to explore the ways a true leader can lead any organization and its people to new levels of success.

If you read only one business book this year, this is the book you should read.

Rocky's approach to leadership is unique and highly effective. He believes that great leaders challenge their people not to stop at the first right answer. 'Tighten The Lug Nuts' is a book about leadership that help readers move past that first right answer. It is full of detailed examples that are organized in an educational and entertaining way to form a framework of real-world concepts. The deceptively simple concepts, with powerful “How To Messages“ can be utilized by anyone who holds a leadership position - even parents, educators, and others. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a first-time manager, Tighten The Lug Nut is not only motivational, but also a call to action for those who have yet to make a mark in their field.

The book can also help position an organization for hyper growth coming out of the pandemic, Key concepts detailed in the book will prepare leaders and their teams to hit the ground running as they rapidly refocus and rebuild. Tighten The Lug Nuts is loaded from cover to cover with practical information that can help leaders become more effective, more productive, and more successful. It is not just another "book about leadership."

Tighten The Lug Nuts is available at online book retailers. More information is available at his website at https://3sixtymanagementservices.com and at https://tightenthelugnuts.com.

Rocky Romanella has built an entire library of cutting-edge resources, available at his website, to help position ourselves to come out of the pandemic stronger, leaner, faster and to get a jump-start on the Rapid Rebuild process. Those resources include:

LIVE AND VIRTUAL KEYNOTES AND TRAINING - SUPPORT FOR WEEKLY MEETINGS AND CALLS

Rocky has been doing virtual conferences and training sessions with a keen eye on POST COVID and the Rapid Rebuild of our businesses. He can build a program, live or virtual, for any organization. Topics can include any or all of the 23 Leadership Competencies, concepts from the book, Tighten The Lug Nuts: The Principles Of Balanced Leadership, or any topic that might be appropriate.

THE LIST - 23 LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Every item on the list will play a vital role during the Rapid Rebuild of our economy, our businesses and our lives. Any or all of them will be appropriate for virtual meetings, talks or presentations.

PODCASTS LIBRARY

Over 108 podcasts that take a deep dive into Leadership topics. These can be searched by topic, show name or Leadership Competency.

VIDEO LIBRARY

The video library includes training videos, Balanced Leadership videos, Keynote Speaking videos, Tighten The Lug Nuts videos, interviews videos, Coach's Corner videos and much more.

More on leadership skills, virtual keynotes, training sessions, virtual meetings and conferencing calls, training workshops, strategy sessions and general information on the relaunch of the economy is available at Romanella’s website.

MEETING CALLS

As a special incentive for those who are ready for a Rapid Rebuild, Rocky will be offering meeting calls at no charge for those who purchase 20 or more copies of his 5-star rated book on leadership, 'Tighten The Lug Nuts'. Contact Rocky for details at rockyromanella@gmail.com, and or 610-322-0720 to schedule your session.

With over 4 decades of “boots on the ground” leadership experience, Rocky Romanella is one of the best keynote motivational speakers in the country and internationally. He has spoken in large and small venues all over the US including cities such as Atlanta, San Diego, Las Vegas, Phoenix, NYC, Dallas, Chicago, Miami, Houston, LA, Charlotte, and many others. Internationally, he has presented keynotes in Toronto, Mexico City, Milan, London, and Krakow. He is known for creating excitement through his energy, passion, and knowledge, while employing his talents and experience to motivate, inspire and entertain audiences, regardless of size.

Romanella has garnered praise for his ability to connect to a wide range of audiences with his storytelling ability and innate charisma. Richard Snowden, President of Raven House International said, "An engaging speaker and facilitator, Rocky leads business executives to break-through results through break-through thinking." Conrad Swanson, Sr. VP Agency Development of Arpin Van Lines Inc. stated, "Rocky inspired many to look inward and improve the way they operate their businesses and lead their team members."

A winner of the UPS Chairman’s Award for Excellence, Romanella has created a legacy of motivating teams to achieve their best. He pulls in audiences with real life stories from an illustrious career spanning nearly 40 years at one of the most recognized and admired brands in the world. Rocky brings leadership expertise in supply chain, logistics and transportation, retail, sales and operational excellence strategy, telecommunications engineering/construction management and installation. Having led many company sales efforts, rapidly building brands, restructuring events, and developing a culture needed to integrate past acquisitions, he inspires audiences to create a unified company with one vision.

Rocky Romanella is available for keynote speaking engagements and media interviews. He can be contacted using the information below or by email at rockyromanella@gmail.com. Full information on 3SIXTY Management Services, more information on keynote speaking and 'Tighten The Lug Nuts' is available at the company website at https://3sixtymanagementservices.com.

About Rocky Romanella:

Rocky is the Founder and CEO of 3SIXTY Management Services, LLC, a management consulting firm specializing in Executive Speaking, Leadership Development and Consulting Services. He also serves on the board of Goodman Networks, a leading provider of end-to- end network infrastructure, field and professional services to the wireless telecommunications and satellite television industries.

Rocky is an experienced CEO who led one of the largest rebranding initiatives in franchising history – The UPS Store, revolutionizing the $9 billion retail shipping and business services market.

While leading The UPS Store, the network increased retail unit, same-store sales by 5.8%, outpacing the National Retail Federation results of 4.6% during a recession.

Rocky steered UPS’s entry into the health care industry and created the mantra, “It’s a patient, not a package.®”

He also led the integration of more than 20 acquisitions to improve financial performance, capabilities, and global network footprint.

Through his executive roles and leadership advisory services, Rocky delivers results by developing and implementing his Balanced Leadership Model across enterprise operations. This includes a laser focus on customer needs, employee empowerment and the demands of shareholders.

Rocky has the rare ability to see a clear vision of the changing business landscape, the passion to develop strategies, tactics, and metrics to drive desired results.

Contact:

Rocky Romanella

https://3sixtymanagementservices.com

rockyromanella@gmail.com

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

The Perfect Christmas Book - ‘A Lighted Lamp, Scenes Of Christmas Through Time,’ By Bestselling Author Donna Fletcher Crow, Provides Short Holiday Themed Getaways For Busy Readers

 


Crow writes meticulously researched, entertaining novels of romance, history, adventure and mystery in an engaging you-are-there style that allows readers to live the history. Reviewers have compared her work with PD James, Dan Brown and Barbara Pym.

For serious readers, nothing satisfies like a well-written novel. Books can take us to faraway places, the past, the future, outer space, inner space, or any place or time we might imagine. We can immerse ourselves in entire worlds, far removed from our own. This is why we read.

During the hustle and bustle and endless to-do lists we must deal with during the Holiday Season, it is often not possible to indulge ourselves in such fantastic adventures for hours at a time. Award-winning author Donna Fletcher Crow has a solution specifically designed for readers - a Christmas-themed short story collection that allows readers to " leave the contemporary seasonal rush to spend a few minutes in your favorite historic period: From Scotland a thousand years ago to modern England, with visits to the American west in between, where queens, Regency ladies and pioneers celebrate Christmas with faith and festivities."

'A Lighted Lamp, Scenes Of Christmas Through Time,' is the perfect Christmas book, and the perfect Christmas gift. Covering almost a thousand years of history, these scenes take the reader to: Saxon Scotland, Medieval England, Regency England, Pioneer America, Depression Era America, 1970s America, and a contemporary monastery in England. Customs have changed, struggles have varied, but one constant has remained—the season has never failed to bring hope and joy.

Crow explained her motivation in publishing a collection of Christmas short stories. “Everyone thinks of books at Christmas: Books to give as gifts, favorite stories brought out each year, seasonal novels one wants to read… I have a long list of tomes that I would love to sit by the lighted tree and read. But who has time?

“That’s why I wrote these 7 seasonal short stories—to give my readers fun, festive glances into holiday moments ranging from the royal court in Medieval Scotland to a contemporary monastery in Yorkshire, England, with a look-in at a homestead shack in Idaho and other stops along the way.

“No matter how long our to-do list is, we all need to take a few minutes to put our feet up and relax between tasks, and nothing can help one unwind better than being transported to another time and place for a quick break.”

Donna has posted a list of her novels with Christmas stories, and a list of recommended Christmas books on her blog at https://donnafletchercrow.com/p/482/Plenty-of-Time-for-Christmas-ReadingIf-only.

'A Lighted Lamp, Scenes Of Christmas Through Time,' is available at her website at https://DonnaFletcherCrow.com.

Donna Fletcher Crow is the author of 50 books, mostly novels of British history. She has taken a number of high-level industry awards for her work. Many of her books have been bestsellers in their categories, including 'A Most Inconvenient Death', which achieved #1 bestseller status in Christian Suspense. 'The Fields of Bannockburn', the epic from which The Celtic Cross Series, Part I: Scotland, The Struggle for a Nation is based, was listed as Fiction Bestseller by Christian Book Distributors and 'The Banks of the Boyne', the epic from which The Celtic Cross Series, Part II: Ireland, The Pursuit of Peace is based, hit #3 Best-Selling Fiction.

'Glastonbury' is her best-known book, which received the prestigious First Place, Historical Novel, award from the National Federation of Press Women. Readers and reviewers have raved about 'Glastonbury', calling it "The best of its kind," "richly fascinating," "beautifully researched," "gloriously evocative," and "panoramic." One Amazon reader said, "WHAT a work! Every reader can be enveloped in the sheer scope and quality, every historian be constantly nodding at the precise detail and accuracy, and every Christian can rejoice in the fullness of scripture. For me it is simply beyond descriptive praise. I would urge all who value truth to treat themselves to a feast."

The recently completed 10-volume Celtic Cross series covers the history of Scotland and Ireland. The leading historic figures of the day interact with fictional characters to bring the stirring events alive. Each epoch is tied to the series with the on-going events in the lives of modern young people as old wars and current conflicts keep them striving to find answers that provide hope for the future. The series is comprised of 10 novels.

The Elizabeth & Richard Mysteries is a literary suspense series using literary figures as background: Rudyard Kipling in 'The Flame Ignites', Dorothy L Sayers in 'The Shadow of Reality', Shakespeare in 'A Midsummer Eve's Nightmare', and Jane Austen in both 'A Jane Austen Encounter' and 'A Most Singular Venture'. Watch for 'A Prodigious Sum of Corpses: Seeking Sanditon at Jane Austen’s Seashore', which will take readers to all of Austen’s favorite seashore resorts. Accounts of Crow’s visits to these sites are available on her blog under the heading "Jane Austen Seashore Tour."

The Monastery Murders Series features atmospheric contemporary crimes with their roots buried deep in the middle ages. Books in the series include 'A Very Private Grave', 'A Darkly Hidden Truth', 'An Unholy Communion', 'A Newly Crimsoned Reliquary', 'An All-Consuming Fire' and the newly-released 'Against All Fierce Hostility.'

The Daughters of Courage, 'Kathryn', 'Elizabeth' and 'Stephanie' is a pioneer family saga based on the stories of Crow's own family and other Idaho pioneers in the Kuna, Nampa and Boise area. A short story on her blog entitled "A Nostalgic Fourth of July" is based on a scene from ‘Kathryn: Days of Loss and Hope'.

Where There is Love is a 6-book series of the enduring legacy of love and faith all based on historic people and events. The titles are: 'Where Love Begins', 'Where Love Illumines', 'Where Love Triumphs', 'Where Love Restores', 'Where Love Shines', and 'Where Love Calls'.

The Lord Danvers Victorian true-crime series is an Amazon bestseller in the British Detectives category. Books in the series include 'A Lethal Spectre', 'A Most Inconvenient Death', 'Grave Matters', 'To Dust You Shall Return' and 'A Tincture of Murder'. Donna provides a no-charge download of 'A Tincture of Murder' for those who sign up for her newsletter. More information is available at her website.

Donna Fletcher Crow's awards include:

Where Love Begins, Best Historical Romance, Pinnacle Awards 2019
A Lethal Spectre, Best Mystery, Pinnacle Awards, 2019
Glastonbury, First Place, Historical Fiction, National Federation of Press Women Award of Merit
The Banks of the Boyne, Silver Angel; First Place Historical Fiction, National Federation Press Women
The Fields of Bannockburn, First Place Historical Fiction, National Federation Press Women
Professional Achievement Award, Northwest Nazarene College
Juvenile Books Award of Merit, Idaho Press Women
Top Idaho Author
Pacesetter Award, Mt. Hermon Writers Conference
Outstanding Historical Fiction, Idaho Press Women, National Federation of Press Women,
Idaho Writer of the Year
Best Inspirational Novel, Finalist Romance Writers of America
Writer of the Year, Mt. Hermon Writers Conference

Donna is available for media interviews and can be reached by email at donna@donnafletchercrow.com. All of her books are available at online book retailers. More information, including a no-charge download of 'A Tincture of Murder', is available at her website at https://donnafletchercrow.com.

Contact:

 

Donna Fletcher Crow

donna@donnafletchercrow.com

https://www.donnafletchercrow.com

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Stress Mastery For Educators - 7 Tips To Reduce Stress Offered By Dr. Sylvia Lafair, Author Of Bestselling Book, Invisible Stress


Sylvia Lafair is the founder of Creative Energy Options (CEOinc), a global business consulting firm and the world’s leading authority in Pattern Breakthrough Leadership Development, a Top Global Leadership Guru, the developer of the Stress Management Program for Leaders, and a best-selling author.

Dr. Sylvia Lafair, author of the bestselling book, Invisible Stress, understands the impact stress has on educators and has developed a number of cutting-edge resources that can help anyone in the field of education master stress. In a recent blog post, she addressed the challenges educators face as the world changes. In that article she stated:

- In a 2022 study of over 4,000 teachers, (81%) said their overall workload has increased. In addition, more than half (55%) of teachers said they have less planning time due to staff shortages and other factors. Stress management programs for leaders are needed now more than ever. The combination of extra work and fewer resources has caused unprecedented teacher stress, which has increased teacher burnout.

Something must be done to change the system, or no one will be left to help our kids grow and become the best they can be.

- Stress in the workplace is causing burnout and resignations. As a result of stress in the workplace, the education sector has lost educators to teacher burnout, causing the teacher shortage. There is also a shortage of substitute teachers.

- Stress management programs for educators are the starting point for positive change. There are no easy answers for those who care, and educators care. You are holding the future in your hands and getting minimal acknowledgment.

- If you’re a classroom teacher feeling the pressure of your job, we can help you identify the signs of teacher burnout so you can work to prevent it from further impacting your life.

The full text of the piece, including 7 tips to help educators reduce stress, is available at the CEOptions website at https://ceoptions.com.

When asked about workplace stress in a general sense, Lafair replied, "The critical question to ask yourself these days is 'Do you want to have less stress and more confidence as you navigate your career and home life?' The quickest route to effective communication and collaboration comes from learning unique methods to be a stress master. We need to extend the same treatment to our emotions as we do to our bodies"

Dr. Sylvia Lafair is an expert on stress in the workplace. Over the last several decades, she has worked nationally with dozens of salon owners, their leadership, and creative teams. Her new book and online program were developed per requests for the most effective ways to navigate our complex, ever-changing world and land on our feet. A portion of her bestselling book, 'Invisible Stress' is now available as a free pdf download at her website at https://ceoptions.com. She also moderates a stress management Facebook group for stress mastery at https://www.facebook.com/groups/thestressmastery/.

Lafair believes we must learn to practice "Safe Stress". Invisible Stress shows readers how to:

• Discuss the fourth level, invisible stress, with information not available till now.
• Gain cutting-edge methods to tackle root causes of overwhelm and self-doubt.
• Acquire powerful yet simple ways to make stress work for you.
• Gather tips to build confidence and strengthen resilience during tough times.
• Learn how to adopt healthy daily behaviors to stay in the safe stress zone.
• Explore coping mechanisms to manage today’s accelerated rate of change.
• Master new leadership skills for less stress and a more harmonious life.

Readers and reviewers alike have praised 'Invisible Stress.' Andy Heppelle, Chief magic maker, accelerating sustainability, Capgemini said ‘New possibilities unleash when you are aware of the real cause of stress underneath the obvious.” Brenda Thompson, executive director, Gadsden, Schneider, and Woodward, LLP comments, 'It is an essential part of the role of human resources to guide people to gain the clarity this book gives about how to handle stress.’ Mark Baylis, Founder of Valor Clinic, US Army Special Forces (Retired), said it ". . . should be required reading for the military." Joanne LaMarca Mathisen, former network producer NBC Today, New York, said, “Invisible stress followed me around for decades. Once I understood it was always with me, and I carried it around like two dumbbells on my shoulders, I learned to make the right changes. I’m calmer now, and even better, more energetic.”

Author Sylvia Lafair is the CEO of Creative Energy Options Inc. (CEOinc), a firm that challenges the status quo of workplace relationships. A pioneer in leadership education and executive coaching her work has been transformational for individuals, teams, and entire organizations.

Over the past 30 years, she has searched for hidden emotional mechanisms at work in a typical office environment. The desire was to discover why people respond the way they do underneath traditional communication skills. This overlooked miscommunication is at the core of office politics, absenteeism, lawsuits, and poor productivity. This knowledge leads to meaningful changes for individuals and companies. The company's Pattern Breakthrough process, not found in any other coaching or programs, enables them to prepare clients to transcend business frustrations to heightened productivity. The company continues to win awards for Pattern Breakthrough Coaching and Total Leadership Connections.

CEOptions offers several books, written by Sylvia, that address patterns for success, leadership, diversity, communication, collaboration, creativity, and many other topics. There is an online seminar series and advanced programs for stress proficiency, women leaders, and executives. Information on all the tools and solutions offered by CEOptions are on the website www.ceoptions.com.

Lafair is an innovative thought leader who has worked with McGraw-Hill, Avon, Google, Lockheed Martin, Merck, Microsoft, Novartis, and many other globally recognized companies. She has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Time, Huffington Post and Fortune.

Sylvia Lafair, an engaging storyteller, is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at sylvia@ceoptions.com. All her books are available at retail book outlets worldwide. More information is available at the company's website at https://ceoptions.com.

About Sylvia Lafair:

Sylvia Lafair has been trailblazing new territories in her quest to find the best ways to work together effectively. Traveling throughout the world and learning from diverse cultures, she led groups to hike the Inca Trail into Machu Picchu, bungee jump in New Zealand, eat indiscernible stew in the Amazon, and sleep on reindeer skins at the Ice Hotel in Sweden. When she sits long enough, she writes, coaches, and leads seminars. Sylvia is the award-winning author of 'Don't Bring It To Work,’ ‘GUTSY: How Women Leaders Make Change’ and ‘UNIQUE: How Story Sparks Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement.’

Sylvia was awarded as one of the top 25 Women in Business by the NEPA Business Journal and The National Association of Women Business Owners for her mentoring to help women move beyond pleasers to become truth-tellers. For the past ten years, she has been a top 30 global leadership guru, one of the top 50 leadership influencers for 2022, and is one of the top 200 global thought leaders for 2022. She is the world’s leading authority in Pattern Breakthrough Leadership Development, a Top Global Leadership Guru, the developer of the Stress Management Program for Leaders, and a best-selling author.

Dr. Lafair offers a foundation of personal and professional exploration in every program, every book, every speech she gives. Her award-winning book, 'Don’t Bring It to Work' is one of the top 9 books for every boss to read. Sylvia retooled her skills as a noted psychologist to explore and chart how family patterns show up at work. She prepares leaders and teams to find the sweet spot of cooperation and productivity and make work a place of high learning with lessened stress.

Contact:


Sylvia Lafair

sylvia@ceoptions.com

570 233 1042

https://ceoptions.com

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

New Bestselling Christian Historical Fiction E-book, 'David, God's Chosen Crucible,’ By Author Joseph Ganci, Will Be Available At No Charge on December 16 And December 20, 2022, At Amazon


The new book is the second book in the Empire of Israel series. The first book in the series, 'Gideon, The Sound and The Glory' was also a #1 bestseller.

Bestselling author Joseph Ganci has announced that his latest bestselling Christian Historical Fiction e-book, 'David, God's Chosen Crucible,’ will be available for no charge on December 16 and also on December 20, 2022, at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Joseph-Ganci/e/B06XHZ76N9?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1670541609&sr=8-1

Bringing Biblical characters and events to life, adding vibrancy to ancient stories and historical personalities with odd-sounding names, and living in odd-sounding places, is the unique talent Ganci brings to his Christian fiction novels.

In 'David, God's Chosen Crucible,’ David is every man’s man, an outlaw prophet, a man of war, and a man of God. He is a ruthless warrior, an ardent lover, a skilled musician, and a poet-philosopher. God sees in him the heart of a lion, the tenacity of a bear, and an ever-faithful man of action. Thus, God calls an unlikely and lowly shepherd boy to become the king of the Jews and the fighting prince of Israel.

David overcomes all odds in escaping every snare, evading every trap, and learns from every encounter, growing in understanding and effectiveness in the love of his Creator. He protects, defends, and enlarges the stakes of Zion, the resting place of God’s chosen people. David reaches the pinnacle of all worldly success. He marries the love of his life and is the master of all he surveys, surpassing his imagination. Witness the steamy twofold seduction of Bathsheba, a married woman and her soul mate, the insatiable romantic David, her king, her equal, and her indomitable lover.

Readers will relish this incredible enchanting historical fiction. Experience the heart-pounding narrow escapes from the vengeful King Saul, be a party to the kidnapping of David’s two wives and his ferocious battle against the shapeshifting Amalekites, and be present as he wins them back and, in doing so, captures a vast treasure trove of flocks, herds, and gold that helps to secure his two kingdoms. Readers will join the battle at Mount Gilboa. Witness the destruction of Saul and his sons foretold by the witch of Endor, celebrate the fall of the city of waters and the last puzzle piece needed to establish the empire of Israel, look down from the high walls of Rabbah and learn of the required destruction of Uriah the Hittite. Then stand invited to the marriage feast of David and his soulmate Bathsheba, the future mother of King Solomon, the future monarch of Israel.

Reading Ganci’s books is a stark reminder that humans have not changed much over the last 3000 years. And that is what makes them so relatable today. While the characters in the Bible did not have to deal with climate change, Q-Anon, market crashes, Bitcoin schemes, Russian aggression, Covid-19, or any of our modern day problems, they did indeed deal with mass killings, kings who refused to be removed from power, liars, thieves, illegal land grabs, unjustified war and a plethora of other human issues still with us today. Only the labels have changed.

Readers and reviewers alike have praised the new book."

"Although most people are aware of the story of David and Goliath, the giant, 'David: God's Chosen Crucible' by Joseph Ganci is a brilliant retelling of all the stories about the Shepard boy who would one day become a King of Israel. Reading with all the informational value of a history textbook is deftly combined with the entertainment of an action/adventure novel."
Michael J. Carson Reviewer for Midwest Book Review.

"David God's Chosen Crucible is intelligently plotted, well-researched, and expertly executed. The writing by Joseph Ganci is wonderful, and the author has the gift of filling the narrative with exciting details, describing a setting that is colorful and transports readers to biblical times."
Christian Sia for Readers' Favorite

"Joseph delivers an extremely believable story that fills the gaps smoothly and neatly packs various events into an intense, multiple-viewpoint narrative. The book also contains several lessons and messages to help believers grow in faith and knowledge about God's ways."
Foluso Falaye - San Francisco book review

The new book is available on Amazon in e-Book, paperback, hardcover, and an audio edition. The eBook version will be available on Amazon at no charge on December 16 and December 20, 2022.

Ganci takes a ground-breaking and revelatory path in his quest to bring awe-inspiring stories to life and, ultimately, to film. He believes that connecting facts is far more enchanting than loosely fitting fantasies. He works within an engaging and dramatized fiction framework that remains faithful to uphold spiritual principles while exceedingly rich in detail.

Ganci bases his work on three primary pillars:

* The rock-solid cornerstone is historical biblical geography.

* The creative arch is revelatory in its timing and issues.

* The research is concrete and firmly rooted in customs, languages, and traditions.

Ganci fills in the blanks with rock-solid research and prophetic revelations. It is a style that has allowed him to create breakthrough approaches that are exciting and breathtaking while remaining within the limits of sound biblical teachings.

Ganci is also the creator of 'Incredible Bible Mysteries,' a five-part video series now available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK0Op2dYhMXtz7nh2D__keQ.

Ganci believes that Old Testament revelations are the Word of God. Simultaneously, many needful details remained buried until the information age of discovery made them prominent and visible to the naked eye. These insights create a middle ground of understanding. As a dedicated and highly motivated researcher, he proposes many undiscovered nuggets of spiritual gold in the original manuscripts. He shines a new light on ancient texts and removes the black-or-white argument of the all-or-nothing question of modern-day revelations. He is adept at untangling philosophical and theological human-made knots. He allows us to look at what some consider foregone conclusions.

Readers of his bestseller, 'Gideon, The Sound and the Glory' will learn about the Jewish Tabernacle, the Ark of the Covenant, the mysterious Golden Ephod, why David found himself at battle with Goliath, and much much more. This work illuminates the dark corners of scripture while engaging readers in a gripping narrative.

Joseph Ganci was honored as one of the '50 Great Writers You Should Be Reading in the 2017 Book Awards. 'Gideon: The Sound and the Glory has received rave reviews from readers and reviewers alike. A recent reviewer stated, "Joseph Ganci's prose is arresting, peppered with fantastic imagery and succinct descriptions of plot, characters, and setting. The themes rise to a masterful recreation. They are woven into the story to allow the reader to enjoy its inspiration and the accompanying action. The book explores powerful spiritual and political themes, capturing the conflicts and dynamics of life within the community of God's chosen people. Gideon: The Sound and the Glory will appeal to fans of political thrillers, adventure, and conflict-driven stories laced with intense action." Other reviewers have used phrases such as "riveting," "amazing," "deftly crafted," and "highly recommended."

Joseph Ganci is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at joseph@gideonsglory.com. 'Gideon: The Sound and the Glory' is open in print, eBooks, and a superb, ethnically correct audio narration, all from online retailers.

More information regarding speaking engagements, including sample video interviews, is available at Ganci's website at http://www.gideonsglory.com.

 About Joseph Ganci:

Joseph Ganci is a Levite and a high priest and remains a passionate Italian. He is a Vietnam combat veteran and father of five daughters and five grandchildren. He resides in Texas.

Contact:


Joseph Ganci

joseph@gideonsglory.com

http://www.gideonsglory.com

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Sunday, December 11, 2022

Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show® Lineup For The Week Of December 12, 2022


The Authors Show® serves as a resource for authors and allows members to engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. The site offers professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson, Executive Producer of The Authors Show®, founders of The Authors Marketing Powerhouse, have announced The Authors Show® radio and broadcast schedule for the week of December 12, 2022. The new show schedule is available at The Authors Show® site.

For those who hope to sell books on the Internet, the challenge can be daunting. It can be confusing difficult, time consuming and expensive. The Authors Show® helps authors overcome these challenges by providing opportunities for greater visibility.

The Authors Show® radio shows offer professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide. The upcoming scheduled radio lineups include:

The Authors Show schedule for the week of December 12, 2022

Dec 12
Channel 1     B.T. Polcari (USA)    
Channel 2     Kimberly Dean (USA)
Channel 3     Karen Hamilton-Viall (United Kingdom)    
Channel 4     Tom Davis (USA)
Channel 5     Richard Trayler (USA)
Channel 6     Irene Wittig (USA)    
Channel 7     N.L. Holmes (USA)    
Channel 8     Jeffrey Marshall (USA)    
Channel 9     Linda Murphy Marshall (USA)    
Channel 10     Alex S. Garcia (France)    

Dec 13
Channel 1     Kass Ghayouri (Canada)    
Channel 2     Jimmie Moglia (USA)    
Channel 3     Deb Radcliff (USA)    
Channel 4     Randy Wojnarowicz (USA)    
Channel 5     Frances Y. Evan (USA)    
Channel 6     Joseph M Lenard (USA)    
Channel 7     Kylie Rae (USA)    
Channel 8     L.R. Kreutzinger (USA)    
Channel 9     S. Lee Fisher (USA)    
Channel 10     Michael Carter (USA)    

Dec 14
Channel 1     Chuck Augello (USA)    
Channel 2     Wendy Sand Eckel (USA)    
Channel 3     Mary Argento (USA)    
Channel 4     Stephen Murray (USA)    
Channel 5     Gina S. Scheff (USA)    
Channel 6     Cynthia Fabian (USA)    
Channel 7     Richard Ruhling, M.D. (USA)    
Channel 8     Dan Juday (Ireland)    
Channel 9     Kevin Miller (USA)    
Channel 10     Melissa Gabriel (USA)    

Dec 15
Channel 1     Jennifer C. Parker (USA)    
Channel 2     D.C. Lyons (USA)    
Channel 3     Anne Poirier (USA)    
Channel 4     Lea Rachel (USA)
Channel 5     Maggie Matthews (United Kingdom)    
Channel 6     Garry Grossman (USA)    
Channel 7     Dave Maynard (USA)    
Channel 8     David Tory (USA)    
Channel 9     Deena Lindstedt (USA)    
Channel 10     Armenia Jess (Saudi Arabia)    

Dec 16 - Dec 18
Channel 1     Richard S. Cohen (USA)    
Channel 2     Kimberly Dean (USA)    
Channel 3     Scott Linney (USA)    
Channel 4     David F. D'Orazi (USA)    
Channel 5     Linda Maria Frank (USA)    
Channel 6     Donna Louis (USA)    
Channel 7     Lee Woodman (USA)    
Channel 8     Bronwen Sciortino (Australia)
Channel 9     Sylvie Beljanski (USA)    
Channel 10     Linda Balliro (USA)
 
Profile:

Don McCauley is a marketing strategist and is the facilitator of the Free Publicity Focus Group, a marketing and publicity firm. He also serves as the host of The Authors Show® radio.  Danielle Hampson is the Executive Producer of The Authors Show®.

Contact:

Don McCauley
Free Publicity Focus Group
don@freepublicitygroup.com

Danielle Hampson
The Authors Show
danielle@theauthorsshow.com

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

The Biggest Mistake New Salespeople Make Can Be Corrected Says Top Motivational Speaker And Bestselling Author Rocky Romanella


Romanella's best-selling book, Tighten The Lug Nuts, was recently ranked #1 in Business Leadership and Business Management. Rocky is a former CEO with over 40 years of experience.

Salespeople are the lifeblood of any business. The sales department plays a crucial role in the business cycle, as without sales, a business would cease to exist. The salesperson role is multifaceted, and requires a skill set that is difficult to master. That said, many new salespeople find that, even with top-level training and the best of efforts, it is still possible to fail. Why?

Top motivational speaker, bestselling author and leadership expert Rocky Romanella is intimately familiar with the sales process, as he has played a key leadership role in a number of highly successful organizations. He recently addressed this vitally important subject in a newsletter, now available at his website at https://3SixtyManagementServices.com. In that article he stated:

“The biggest mistake inexperienced salespeople make is when they waste valuable time dealing with non-prospects. Prospect planning is the foundation of your business. Even if you are an expert at needs assessment, designing perfect solutions, presenting, and closing, you will never reap the rewards of more sales unless you have a critical mass of prospects.”

What is a Prospect?

Prospects are not companies. Prospects are people. In today’s business world, where decision-making is often team-based, you may need to sell to multiple prospects to sell the business.
 
Who do prospects include?
 
1. Gatekeepers: People who have no buying authority but who control access to those that do.
2. Information Providers: People who gather information for decision makers or who can provide critical information for you.
3. Influencers: People who have access to the buying authority and can influence their decision.
4. Decision Makers: People who can make the decision to buy.
5. Buyers: People who have the financial authority to buy.

Unless the people you’re talking with are gatekeepers, information providers, influencers, decision makers, or buyers, you are wasting your time.
 
Asking key questions to determine if people in your target companies are prospects is called qualifying. A name is only a suspect, not a prospect. Selling is about moving from suspect to prospect to customer.

Visit : https://www.3sixtymanagementservices.com/the-biggest-mistake-inexperienced-salespeople-make/  to see the key questions to ask to determine if you have a prospect.

Rocky offers a number of resources on his website that offer powerful ideas for leaders at any level - business managers, educators or small group leaders:

PODCAST:

Rocky also recently announced a number of new podcasts for The Leadership Library Podcast. The pilot episode was released December 2nd, 2021 with future releases scheduled for every Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

All of us are leaders in some way - parents, educators, athletes, special interest groups large and small, sales teams - the list is endless. Regardless of the role we play, Romanella's concepts, developed under the heading of Balanced Leadership, can be applied to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and results.

Morning coffee is one of the joys of life for many of us. When you add your Cup of Joe to your visit to the Leadership Library podcast, your morning coffee will add an educational, entertaining dose of leadership octane to your day. Past show topics include:

Balanced Leadership
Broad Based Leadership
Company Values
Goal Setting
Integrity
Leaving a Legacy
Personal Values
Performance of a Successful Team
Strategic Vision
Operational Excellence
Strategic Process
Are You A Job Skill Developer
Leadership Roles and Responsibilities
SWOT Analysis
Training and Development

with many more topics available and more on the upcoming schedule.

The podcast is now available at www.tightenthelugnuts.com, or visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/1484407. The podcast is also available at Apple Podcasts. More on leadership, building a legacy and many other topics are also available at Romanella's website at https://3SixtyManagementServices.com.

BOOK:

Rocky's book about leadership, Tighten The Lug Nuts: The Principles Of Balanced Leadership recently achieved number 1 bestseller status in both Business Management and Business Leadership.

In 'Tighten the Lug Nuts', Romanella uses his forty-plus years of experience at UPS, and his CEO and Director roles, to explore the ways a true leader can lead any organization and its people to new levels of success.

If you read only one business book this year, this is the book you should read.

Rocky's approach to leadership is unique and highly effective. He believes that great leaders challenge their people not to stop at the first right answer. 'Tighten The Lug Nuts' is a book about leadership that help readers move past that first right answer. It is full of detailed examples that are organized in an educational and entertaining way to form a framework of real-world concepts. The deceptively simple concepts, with powerful “How To Messages“ can be utilized by anyone who holds a leadership position - even parents, educators, and others. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a first-time manager, Tighten The Lug Nut is not only motivational, but also a call to action for those who have yet to make a mark in their field.

The book can also help position an organization for hyper growth coming out of the pandemic, Key concepts detailed in the book will prepare leaders and their teams to hit the ground running as they rapidly refocus and rebuild. Tighten The Lug Nuts is loaded from cover to cover with practical information that can help leaders become more effective, more productive, and more successful. It is not just another "book about leadership."

Tighten The Lug Nuts is available at online book retailers. More information is available at his website at https://www.3sixtymanagementservices.com and at https://tightenthelugnuts.com.


Rocky Romanella has built an entire library of cutting-edge resources, available at his website, to help position ourselves to come out of the pandemic stronger, leaner, faster and to get a jump-start on the Rapid Rebuild process. Those resources include:

LIVE AND VIRTUAL KEYNOTES AND TRAINING - SUPPORT FOR WEEKLY MEETINGS AND CALLS

Rocky has been doing virtual conferences and training sessions with a keen eye on POST COVID and the Rapid Rebuild of our businesses. He can build a program, live or virtual, for any organization. Topics can include any or all of the 23 Leadership Competencies, concepts from the book, Tighten The Lug Nuts: The Principles Of Balanced Leadership, or any topic that might be appropriate.

THE LIST - 23 LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Every item on the list will play a vital role during the Rapid Rebuild of our economy, our businesses and our lives. Any or all of them will be appropriate for virtual meetings, talks or presentations.

PODCASTS LIBRARY

Over 108 podcasts that take a deep dive into Leadership topics. These can be searched by topic, show name or Leadership Competency.

VIDEO LIBRARY

The video library includes training videos, Balanced Leadership videos, Keynote Speaking videos, Tighten The Lug Nuts videos, interviews videos, Coach's Corner videos and much more.

More on leadership skills, virtual keynotes, training sessions, virtual meetings and conferencing calls, training workshops, strategy sessions and general information on the relaunch of the economy is available at Romanella’s website.

MEETING CALLS

As a special incentive for those who are ready for a Rapid Rebuild, Rocky will be offering meeting calls at no charge for those who purchase 20 or more copies of his 5-star rated book on leadership, 'Tighten The Lug Nuts'. Contact Rocky for details at rockyromanella@gmail.com, and or 610-322-0720 to schedule your session.

With over 4 decades of “boots on the ground” leadership experience, Rocky Romanella is one of the best keynote motivational speakers in the country and internationally. He has spoken in large and small venues all over the US including cities such as Atlanta, San Diego, Las Vegas, Phoenix, NYC, Dallas, Chicago, Miami, Houston, LA, Charlotte, and many others. Internationally, he has presented keynotes in Toronto, Mexico City, Milan, London, and Krakow. He is known for creating excitement through his energy, passion, and knowledge, while employing his talents and experience to motivate, inspire and entertain audiences, regardless of size.

Romanella has garnered praise for his ability to connect to a wide range of audiences with his storytelling ability and innate charisma. Richard Snowden, President of Raven House International said, "An engaging speaker and facilitator, Rocky leads business executives to break-through results through break-through thinking." Conrad Swanson, Sr. VP Agency Development of Arpin Van Lines Inc. stated, "Rocky inspired many to look inward and improve the way they operate their businesses and lead their team members."

A winner of the UPS Chairman’s Award for Excellence, Romanella has created a legacy of motivating teams to achieve their best. He pulls in audiences with real life stories from an illustrious career spanning nearly 40 years at one of the most recognized and admired brands in the world. Rocky brings leadership expertise in supply chain, logistics and transportation, retail, sales and operational excellence strategy, telecommunications engineering/construction management and installation. Having led many company sales efforts, rapidly building brands, restructuring events, and developing a culture needed to integrate past acquisitions, he inspires audiences to create a unified company with one vision.

Rocky Romanella is available for keynote speaking engagements and media interviews. He can be contacted using the information below or by email at rockyromanella@gmail.com. Full information on 3SIXTY Management Services, more information on keynote speaking and 'Tighten The Lug Nuts' is available at the company website at https://www.3sixtymanagementservices.com.

About Rocky Romanella:

Rocky is the Founder and CEO of 3SIXTY Management Services, LLC, a management consulting firm specializing in Executive Speaking, Leadership Development and Consulting Services. He also serves on the board of Goodman Networks, a leading provider of end-to- end network infrastructure, field and professional services to the wireless telecommunications and satellite television industries.

Rocky is an experienced CEO who led one of the largest rebranding initiatives in franchising history – The UPS Store, revolutionizing the $9 billion retail shipping and business services market.

While leading The UPS Store, the network increased retail unit, same-store sales by 5.8%, outpacing the National Retail Federation results of 4.6% during a recession.

Rocky steered UPS’s entry into the health care industry and created the mantra, “It’s a patient, not a package.®”

He also led the integration of more than 20 acquisitions to improve financial performance, capabilities, and global network footprint.

Through his executive roles and leadership advisory services, Rocky delivers results by developing and implementing his Balanced Leadership Model across enterprise operations. This includes a laser focus on customer needs, employee empowerment and the demands of shareholders.

Rocky has the rare ability to see a clear vision of the changing business landscape, the passion to develop strategies, tactics, and metrics to drive desired results.

Contact:


Rocky Romanella

https://www.3sixtymanagementservices.com

rockyromanella@gmail.com

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Failing to Figure Prophetic Sevens May Soon Impact Jews, Christians and Muslims Worldwide Says Dr. Richard Ruhling


Dr. Richard Ruhling Biblical is a prophecy expert and taught Health Science at Loma Linda University.

Noted researcher, Grant Jeffrey’s Signature of God, shows that His numerical signature is seven. Failure to count the 70 sevens in Daniel meant that Jews, wanting the Messiah to conquer the Romans, missed the nature of his coming so that Jerusalem was destroyed in 70 AD, also foretold in that ninth chapter.

But Christians failure to count the sevens in Leviticus may soon cause confusion as their prophetic picture changes, says Dr. Richard Ruhling, whose website offers supporting biblical references.*

Moses, also esteemed a prophet by Muslims, cited God as saying if Israel walked contrary to Him, He would punish them seven times over and Ezekiel shows they did so for 390 years. 7 x 390 is 2730 yrs. Sennacherib took Israel into exile in 722 BCE and they were not free to return to their land until 2008 or 2009 (no “0” year.)

The UN decision for Israel in 1948 rushed the prophetic period, so that Jews eager for free land are 90% of Israel that are not interested in their spiritual heritage, and will likely be taken out when Muslims siege Jerusalem--Turkish President Erdogan has urged this of 57 nations, says Ruhling.

Failing to factor seven times the 390 years may mean confusion for Jews and Christians who think the UN’s gift of land was God’s doing, in a premature fulfillment of Bible prophecy, seen when Muslims take Jerusalem in “the day of the LORD.” (Zechariah)

Ruhling claims Muslims will likely celebrate their Dome of the Rock mosque that has an inscription, “Allah has no Son,” when suddenly, “the Lord shall roar from Jerusalem…the heavens and earth shall shake.” He says Joel’s 3rd chapter also has “day of the LORD” context when God “will shake terribly the earth.” (Isaiah)

Zechariah says they will flee, and this will leave the land open for a better Israel. Israel means that God’s plan prevails for those who trust in Him and He will gather Israel out of all nations for the kingdom in Ezekiel.*

Ruhling cites the San Andreas as being 80 years overdue. He believes earthquake faults worldwide may be impacted as Christ warned in Matthew’s 24th chapter--“the goodman, if he had known…would have watched and not suffered his house to be broken by the thief,” and “the day of the Lord comes as a thief...watch.

**Biblical references can be found at https://news4living.wordpress.com/2022/11/29/how-failing-to-figure-prophetic-sevens-may-soon-impact-jews-christians-and-muslims/ .

For more information, Ruhling’s book, MegaQuake 2023, offers timelines discussing apocalyptic events, available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09W1XVVMV .

Dr. Ruhling is available for speaking engagements and media interviews and can be reached by using the contact information below or by email at ruhling7@juno.com.For more information, readers may get “From Lockdown to Knockdown, the Fall of America” on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08YJJSGYZ.

About Dr. Richard Ruhling:

Dr. Ruhling graduated from Loma Linda University medical school and planning for overseas work, took a Masters Degree in Public Health. After Internal Medicine training and board certification, he also had a Cardiology Fellowship before teaching at Loma Linda’s School of Public Health. Attending a cardiology convention, he heard Pritikin reporting how a low fat, low cholesterol diet reversed heart disease and got 85% of patients off their drugs for diabetes and blood pressure.

Contact:

Richard Ruhling

Ruhling7@juno.com

https://News4Living.wordpress.com

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Sunday, December 4, 2022

Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show® Lineup For The Week Of December 5, 2022


The Authors Show® serves as a resource for authors and allows members to engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. The site offers professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson, Executive Producer of The Authors Show®, founders of The Authors Marketing Powerhouse, have announced The Authors Show® radio and broadcast schedule for the week of December 5, 2022. The new show schedule is available at The Authors Show® site.

For those who hope to sell books on the Internet, the challenge can be daunting. It can be confusing difficult, time consuming and expensive. The Authors Show® helps authors overcome these challenges by providing opportunities for greater visibility.

The Authors Show® radio shows offer professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide. The upcoming scheduled radio lineups include:

The Authors Show schedule for the week of December 5, 2022

Dec 5
Channel 1     Deb Lewis (USA)
Channel 2     Donna Fletcher Crow (USA)
Channel 3     David Rohlfing (USA)    
Channel 4     Pat Backley (New Zealand)
Channel 5     A.L. Tayler (United Kingdom)
Channel 6     Donna Louis (USA)
Channel 7     Jeffrey H Fischer (Austria)
Channel 8     Stacey Dighton (United Kingdom)
Channel 9     Al Moreno (USA)         
Channel 10     Kristy Lee (USA)    

Dec 6
Channel 1     Donna Louis (USA)
Channel 2     Rocky Romanella (USA)
Channel 3     Tom Burkhalter (USA)    
Channel 4     Alison McBain (Canada)
Channel 5     Colonel U. S. Army Ret. George A. Milton (USA)    
Channel 6     Evelyn M. Leite (USA)
Channel 7     S.G. Blaise (USA)
Channel 8     Bella Lynn Thompson (USA)    
Channel 9     Debra Atlas (USA)
Channel 10     Jansen Schmidt (USA)

Dec 7
Channel 1     Larry Lockridge (USA)
Channel 2     Ashley Brandt (USA)
Channel 3     Sarah Branson (USA)    
Channel 4     John Mahaffey (USA)
Channel 5     Carol S. Selick (USA)    
Channel 6     Doris Barren (USA)    
Channel 7     Nicole Evelina (USA)    
Channel 8     Mark David Cooper (USA)
Channel 9     Deborah Nichols Poulos (USA)
Channel 10     John R. York (USA)    

Dec 8
Channel 1     Bill Humbert (USA)    
Channel 2     Alina Rubin (USA)    
Channel 3     Scott Linney (USA)
Channel 4     Laura Formentini (USA)    
Channel 5     Linda Maria Frank (USA)    
Channel 6     D. Terrence Foster, MD (USA)
Channel 7     Lee Woodman  (USA)    
Channel 8     Jacob Lasher (USA)    
Channel 9     Trevor Trigg (Australia)    
Channel 10     Linda Maria Frank (USA)    

Dec 9 - Dec 11
Channel 1     Linda Mac Dougall (USA)    
Channel 2     Donna Fletcher Crow (USA)
Channel 3     Pam Ostrowski (USA)    
Channel 4     David F. D'Orazi (USA)    
Channel 5     Deborah Wynne (USA)    
Channel 6     D. Terrence Foster, MD (USA)
Channel 7     Bill Poje (USA)
Channel 8     Stacey Dighton (United Kingdom)    
Channel 9     Shelby Wagner (USA)    
Channel 10     Christine Hassing (USA)    
 
Profile:

Don McCauley is a marketing strategist and is the facilitator of the Free Publicity Focus Group, a marketing and publicity firm. He also serves as the host of The Authors Show® radio.  Danielle Hampson is the Executive Producer of The Authors Show®.

Contact:

Don McCauley
Free Publicity Focus Group
don@freepublicitygroup.com

Danielle Hampson
The Authors Show
danielle@theauthorsshow.com


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