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Parissa Behnia loves Modern Badasses, visionaries and change agents who go 80 MPH in a 45 MPH Zone but don’t always check to see if people are strapped in for the ride. They are the people who say “why not?” instead of “why?” and, if someone tells them they can’t do something, they say “just watch me.” They give themselves …

Our brains are wired to protect us. When something is perceived as painful, the brain will do anything to keep us from it. This can be particularly distressing when it comes to writing because we are often passionate about the project—we want to do it, we may even enjoy it once we get going—but getting started can feel as impossible …

Join us for an enlightening Master Class where NSA legend Lou Heckler, renowned for his captivating storytelling and profound insights, is interviewed by Cathy Fyock. In this exclusive session, Lou will delve into the intricacies of storytelling, sharing his vast experience and unique techniques that have mesmerized audiences for decades and earned him the CPAE Award of Excellence. Discover the …

Kelly Swanson is the Queen of Storytelling! As a long-term member of NSA, she has received the distinction of being named a CPAE–the highest honor for NSA members. At the NSA convention in Orlando in July, Kelly did a main-stage presentation on storytelling, then conducted a breakout where she analyzed stories of participants, providing amazing results. She will do the …

You have constant demands and a never-ending to-do list, but you also have goals. Big goals. Write your book. Start a business. Become a speaker. You know finding and maximizing time in your busy day is crucial for achieving those goals. But right now…it feels impossible. Join us for a dynamic and interactive masterclass where productivity consultant Sarah Ohanesian guides …

What You’ll Learn: How to use AI tools as an author for good What NOT to do that could cause you to lose credibility Create better TITLES, Subtitles, Table of Contents How to use ChatGPT / AI tools to write your book faster (and still be accurate) How to brainstorm with AI and even find author blind spots Use AI …

Karin Hurt and David Dye teamed up to co-author Winning Well in 2016, and then teamed up again to co-authored their second book, Courageous Cultures. What did they learn the second time around? What processes did they improve upon, and how did the experience differ? And, what are they doing differently as they write their next book? Join coauthors and …

You know you need to spend more time writing, but you never seem to find time. You tell yourself that you are writing a book but so far, you don’t feel like you have made much progress. You want to get your book DONE, but other more pressing issues are always getting in the way. Everyone procrastinates, but some people …

As an author, you consider yourself an expert storyteller. You can craft a tale with the best of them and your books are alive with vivid stories. There’s just one thing… have you ever considered how to tell your own story? When you switch gears and put on your marketing hat, it’s time to not only sell your book but to sell …