Political Instability - Economic Unrest - Market Uncertainty; Your PLAN B - It's time to implement it now!
Announcement posted by eMAGINE Agency 05 Jul 2016
Remember the old saying..."Everyone has one book in them" or "You have the best story, you should write a book?" And perhaps for a brief moment you consider doing this - but you hesitate and ask yourself, "It'd just be a hobby right? An accomplishment to say you've done it once?" But then what...
In this time of political chaos, one thing is very clear - Australia is in for a mess economically and politically and there has never been a better time to review your business strategy and financial position and start to begin to implement "Your Plan B". “Your Plan B” being; to publish.
The common misconception that to publish means you have to sit down and write "War and Peace" (although if you are currently doing that amazing - keep going!) However, to publish actually means to make “information available” and there are many different forms of publishing that you can do to help your business. This could include being able to bring in new customers, (by writing you are adding credibility to you and your business), make new markets and audiences aware of new products, find new joint ventures or collaborations or increase sales.
And…no amount of politically instability can change the fact that if you find new ways in which to share your business or new products and increase your bottom line, that this does not put you in a worse off position than you were before this all began. In fact, its puts you in a position of strength, where business can begin to act independently of governments.
This is more crucial now than ever where the chance that Australia could lose its AAA Credit Rating, and as the ‘winning’ Government you surely do not want to be the one carrying this legacy. In recent days we saw the UK lose its credit rating due to “Brexit”. Make no mistake the "watch dogs" have put Australia on notice - if it does not ‘heal’ its increasingly widening budget blowout or as a nation, spend more responsibly, we could see Australia become downgraded in its credit rating.
So what does this mean for you? Well it means that the Reserve Bank is left to find "short term" solutions - it is tipped widely to further lower the interest rate, but the "long term" solutions are left economically to the government. The falling dollar, superannuation decline, a government where the power is left in the hands of very few (the Independents) and changes to policies we not yet know, nor understand. Increased house prices are a given, negative gearing questionable, tax incentives, family incentives, small and big business, you name it, it’s up for ‘grabs’.
The only sure thing that can be said at this time is that we are all in a "Wait and Watch" mode. We are supposed to sit back and watch as a Government (whoever gets in) attempt to get a stranglehold on the power remnants (the Independents). The Coalition Government will be decisive in business, a Labor Government will be investing conservatively for the long term, focusing on the people and small business. The best advice anyone can give, is to look after your business and be as creative as a leader as you can be. In these uncertain times your business will require a strong and creative approach and one with strong direction. A “Plan B” - write a book, publish a manual, gain new customers, increase exposure and sales, these are all things in your control and if I were you - I would start implementing my Plan B right away!
For more information about “Creative leadership” and being "Inspired to Publish" you can come along and see the FREE immensely popular seminars by Ocean Reeve, a publishing veteran of over 15 years in the publishing industry.
“Inspired to Publish” Seminars:
Authors' Day, Underwood, QLD
30th July 2016. 9.00am - 2.00pm
Joondalup Library, Perth, WA
14th August 2016. 2.30pm - 4.00pm
Armadale Library, Perth, WA
15th August 2016. 5.30pm - 7.00pm
City of Fremantle Library, Perth, WA
16th August 2016. 5.30pm - 7.00pm
Mandurah Library, Mandurah, WA
17th August. 5.00pm - 6.30pm
Mill Park Library, Melbourne, VIC
10th September 2016. 1.00pm - 2.30pm
Diamond Valley Library, Melbourne, VIC
12th September 2016. 12.00pm - 1.30pm
Frankston Library, Melbourne, VIC
13th September 2016. 6.00pm - 7.45pm
Nambour Library, Sunshine Coast, QLD
5th October 2016. Time 10am - 11.30am
Coolum Library, Sunshine Coast, QLD
6th October 2016. Time 2pm - 3.30pm
Maleny Library, Sunshine Coast, QLD
7th October 2016. 10am - 11.30am
Beerwah Library, Sunshine Coast, QLD
12th October. 1.00pm - 2.30pm
Kawana Library, Sunshine Coast, QLD
17th October 2016. 10am - 11.30am
Maroochydore Library, Sunshine Coast, QLD
3rd November 2016. 5pm - 6.30pm
Caloundra Library, Sunshine Coast, QLD
8th November 2016. 10am - 11.30am
Ocean Reeve is an Award Winning Publishing Consultant, Author and Manager at InHouse Publishing in Queensland who presents his immensely popular “Inspired to Publish” seminars across the country - currently touring the eastern seaboard in 2016 and beyond, sharing his knowledge and insight into writing and publishing. With over 15 years’ experience in all facets of the publishing industry, he has a wealth of knowledge and guidance to share in the world of assisted independent publishing and creative leadership.
The aim of Ocean’s presentations is to encourage new authors on their writing and publishing journey and to inspire business owners by explaining to them the processes of creative leadership, developing their inner ‘WHY’, integrity and authenticity in the industry, so that all participants feel equipped with information for moving forward in their business and journey. Ocean Reeve is an author himself having published his book, “The Word” that covers everything a new writer would need to know in the world of Independent Publishing.
‘Inspired to Publish’ includes:
· The growth of the industry
· Understanding the creative process
· Why we should publish
· The Independent Publishing process
· The basics of book marketing
Incorporating components of his ‘Creative Leadership’ presentation, participants can expect an overview of:
· Understanding the creative process
· The types of leaders we are
· Discovering the inner 'WHY' within your business
· Developing healthy EQ in management
· Understanding leadership mechanism
Based in Brisbane, Ocean manages InHouse Publishing with a team of progressive, experienced and innovative leaders in their field. The InHouse Group - Publishing/Print and Design/Signs - are constantly revising the technology behind processes including high-expense investment in machinery, training and staff. This creative environment provides regular inspiration that further heightens the experience for the author to help bring their books their life. The team strongly believes this translates into all parts of the creative process which is what motivates them to be travel the country delivering Ocean's highly popular seminar to libraries and businesses including the local Chambers of Commerce in each location. Ocean is also hoping to expand in 2017 to the Writers Festivals (including the Tropical Writers Festival in Cairns in 2017).
InHouse regularly feature in industry magazines and reports focusing on their innovative and integrity-based model for business. They are not afraid to say it how it is if it means their customers have all the information they need to make economical and informed decisions. Recently interviewed by ABC Radio, Ocean Reeve explains in detail the pitfalls of the publishing industry (both traditional and self-publishing) and what authors should look out for. His in-depth knowledge of the industry attracts massive interest from authors all over the world as he highlights how to not only be a creative author but how to ensure you remain in control throughout the process.
InHouse Publishing works with many high profile clients also including:
• Toni Childs – EMMY Award Winner (Singer/Songwriter) - ‘Rebuild Nepal’ launching in October 2016
• William Shatner – from Star Trek Book: “Catch Me Up” was successful crowdfunding campaign
• Andrew Barsa – Wealth Psychology expert and public speaker who has written “The Inner Millionaire”
• Eric Bailey – No. 1 Google ranked and activational speaker and author of “Bring You’re A Game”
Since his journey began in publishing, Ocean has helped over 3000 authors have a voice and now through the creative environment at InHouse Publishing, he continues to build a strong community of leaders, authors and publishing professionals. He is an incredibly inspirational speaker that encourages participants to find their own creativity and the reason “WHY”. Ocean and InHouse’s events tour program includes the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Mount Isa, Cairns, Perth and Melbourne over the next 6 months as they continue to share their experience and knowledge of writing, creative leadership and publishing at every opportunity.
Ocean’s events tour program includes the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Mount Isa, Cairns, Perth and Melbourne over the next 6 months as he continues to share his experience and knowledge of writing, creative leadership and publishing at every opportunity.
For more information please see www.oceanreeve.com or this short video we put together: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0A4_GwFT0I8
Ocean Reeve says, “I have a proven track record of helping over 3000 authors and it continues to climb daily due to my experience, knowledge, customer-focus and transparency. Whilst some publishing houses lack ethics and integrity in Australia, I have always maintained accountability and been able to help recover many dis-satisfied authors who have lost money and rights over their prized-manuscript. I have assisted many authors on their journey to become self-published authors. I am proud of each and every author whom inspires me - I love coming to work singing and leave work smiling every day.”
For more information:
For Bookings: http://www.oceanreeve.com/#!speaking/c1vw1
For more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0A4_GwFT0I8
Websites: www.oceanreeve.com
Email: oceanreeve@gmail.com
Social Media: Facebook/Ocean Reeve
Twitter/Ocean Reeve
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SPEAKING EVENTS
Ocean Reeve is the Managing Director of InHouse Publishing, Australia's dedicated assisted independent publishing house focused on unlocking the creative passion within us all. His seminars have been described as informative and inspiring. With over 20 years working in creative industries, Ocean understands how to break through the social conditioning and fake walls of fear to release the courageous creative we aspire to be.
SEMINAR: Inspired to Publish
This 90-minute presentation inspires our creative being to write and share our stories and examines the following;
· The growth of the industry
· Understanding the creative process
· Why we should publish
· The Independent Publishing process
· The basics of book marketing
SEMINAR: Creative Leadership
This 45-minute presentation offers ground-breaking insight into the creative leadership process and how to bring the best out of your team, students, employees and staff. It covers;
· Understanding the creative process
· The types of leaders we are
· Discovering the inner 'WHY' within your business
· Developing healthy EQ in management
· Understanding leadership mechanism
SEMINAR: A Book For Your Business
Ocean offers a seminar presentation and a larger workshop on how to build a book for your business development.
In the 20-minute presentation Ocean explores;
· Your 'business card'
· Building corporate credibility
· Marketing longevity
· Leaving the legacy
SEMINAR: Developing Your Business Book
In the 90-minute workshop Ocean offers strategic processes in how to write and publish a book for your business and effectively market and distribute. This workshop covers;
· Establishing your writing goals
· Developing your message
· Setting your writing timetable
· The review process
· Publish with pride
· Marketing and distribution