1. Please introduce yourself so that the readers will get to know you better.
I was a tenured professor who took the leap of faith to follow my entrepreneurial dream. Now, I am the CEO of Inspiring Lives International, the Executive Director of the Global Sisterhood, the Editor in Chief of Inspiring Lives Magazine, a keynote speaker, and the author of 13 books such as Ball Gowns to Yoga Pants.
2. How do you think being a writer has helped you as a person?
Writing is a terrific outlet for me. When there is something that is on my heart to write, there is nothing that will stop me from getting to the goal of publishing! Being a writer has expanded my knowledge through research/interviews and has helped me to reflect on my own journey.
3. What do you hope your readers take away from your book “Ball Gowns to Yoga Pants”?
I hope that my readers come away from Ball Gowns to Yoga Pants with and action plan for creating their dream business and brand; also, that they take massive steps towards their goals!
4. What do you like to do when you’re not writing?
I love doing fun things with my kids and working out. I also adore singing, dancing, and acting and I have been able to raise a great deal of money for important charities by performing at gala fundraisers!
5. How long did it take you to write your book?
Ball Gowns to Yoga Pants took about a year and a half to write. I have written books that took 6 months and one that was a Pearson college textbook that took 3 years.
6. What is your favorite Quote?
“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.”
― Maya Angelou
7. What are you working on next? Are you planning to release another book soon?
I am really focused on my VIP 1:1 clients for my EmpowerU Master Class. I love to work to coach and guide women entrepreneurs towards their destiny of obtaining inspiration, empowerment, balance, and abundance in their life. I will release many more books in the future. Right now though, I am focused on Ball Gowns to Yoga Pants, my company, non-profit, and my family.
8. Any favorite writers that inspired you to write?
Maya Angelou, Jack Canfield, and Gloria Steinem.
9. How do you come up with the title of your book “Ball Gowns to Yoga Pants”?
My daughter noticed that when I was a professor I always wore power suits. Then once I was an entrepreneur, I was always either dressed in ball gowns for charity events or yoga pants running around making deals on my cell phone with my kids beside me!
10. Lastly, do you want to give any advice to someone wanting to write and publish book?
Yes. Extend yourself grace. Everyone writes differently and at different paces. You will develop a unique voice and that is a beautiful thing. Try not to compare yourself to other writers. You are one of a kind and your book will reflect that to your future readers! You can do it!
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