Every now and then I read something so ridiculous I think, this must be a joke. But then I read deeper and realize, no, sadly, the writer is serious. That happened to me the other day when I read an article about why platform-building supposedly “threatens to throttle the church.”
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It’s Time to Experience the Impact You Were Meant to Have
Public Registration for Platform University is Open for One Week Only
The reaction to my video series, Skyrocket Your Impact, has been phenomenal. People are really excited about how simple it is to close the Value Gap and generate more traffic, greater influence, and bigger impact for their message. And here’s the great news: What we revealed in the videos is only the beginning. If you […]
The Influence and Impact Summit Is Finally Here
For One Week Only Top Presenters Reveal How They Reach Millions
It’s finally here. If you have something to say or sell, you’re going to love my new Influence and Impact Summit. And it starts today. What is it? Imagine more than twenty amazing presenters who have achieved tremendous results in business and life. Imagine they’re sharing their secrets, strategies, fears, insights, hacks, and victories. And […]
4 Stages for Creating Maximum Impact for Your Message
The Inside Scoop on My Content Strategy
I create a lot of content across my blog, podcast, online courses, books, and membership site. And sometimes readers and other content creators wonder about my strategy. The other day I heard from a reader who not only follows my blog and podcast, but is also a Platform University member and follows #VirtualMentor. When he […]
There’s No Present Like the Time
How Your ‘Why’ Helps You When Your Platform Makes You Wait
Some days, I wish I’d never met Google Analytics. I mean, a couple of clicks shows me everything from my blog’s unique monthly visitors to what post a reader in Oslo is reading right now. It’s amazing! And honestly, it’s depressing. The metrics can get maddening—even addicting—when building a platform. After all, we’re building. And […]
Update! Help Us Pick the Winner of the Next Platform University Makeover
We Have 5 Finalists. Who Deserves to Win? You Decide
One of the things I love most about Platform University is our ability to help platform-builders at all levels reach more people and create a bigger impact. One way we’ve done that is through platform makeovers. Last year we received an incredible response to the work we did with Jackie Bledsoe. Now we’re ready to […]
What It Takes to Get a Publisher’s Attention and Ink a Deal for Your Book
My Newest Resource Shows You How to Craft an Irresistible Book Proposal
Odds are good you have a story to tell and a message to share. But do you know how to get the attention of a publisher? Along with a powerful personal platform, you also need an irresistible book proposal. If you had just one shot to hold a publisher’s interest and sell them on your […]
Why You Don’t Need a Huge Platform to Get Published—And What it Really Takes Instead
If You’re a New or Aspiring Author, the Answer is within Your Reach
These days everyone knows that you need a platform to get published. But if you’re like a lot of people I meet, you’re overwhelmed, short on time, and not sure where to begin. It feels impossible. But what if I told you it’s easier than you think? Part of our problem is that we blow […]
What to Do When There’s No Wind in Your Sails
The One Thing to Avoid When Your Business Lacks Momentum
Momentum is a beautiful thing when you’ve got it. But sometimes it can feel like we’re just sitting in the water going nowhere. I’ve certainly felt that. When I first started blogging, I was only drawing a few hundred visitors a month to my site. No matter what I tried it seemed like I couldn’t […]
The One Tool You Need to Master Social Media
3 Ways CoSchedule Helps Me Get Big Results
When I first started blogging social media was practically nonexistent. Now it’s a major driver of traffic. Unfortunately, with all the new platforms and strategies, it’s more complicated and time-consuming than ever. Or, at least, it was until I found CoSchedule.
3 Reasons You Should Monetize Your Platform
Why Making Money is Good for You, Your Audience, and the World
Some people are uneasy or even defensive about making money—as if doing so is an imposition on others, or worse. Because of that many are hesitant to monetize their platforms. When I first started blogging, monetization didn’t even occur to me. But I had expenses that began growing as my reach expanded. I joined the […]
I’ve Pulled Comments from My Blog—Here’s Why
I’ve been an advocate for robust online conversations since I started blogging over a decade ago. But I’ve recently decided to remove the comment section from my blog. Here’s why. I’ve used the third-party Disqus commenting platform for several years now. I love its functionality and the way it facilitates conversation. But I don’t love […]