Laura Schaefer
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Laura Schaefer
- Nov 22, 2019
- 1 min
How do you know if a book is good?
There are five specific items to consider when you are evaluating the quality of a nonfiction book.
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By Laura Schaefer
- Jan 12, 2019
- 3 min
Should I Hire a Ghostwriter?
The short answer is: “Yes!” I admit I am biased. Let’s dig a little deeper into this question to determine if now is the time for you and I to work together. 1. The answer is yes if your desire to write a book has gone from a vague dream to a specific goal with a set timeframe. You know what you want to say and you are determined to finish and publish your book THIS YEAR. You’ve made your decision; the rest is just details. In other words, you’re already writing your book or
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By Laura Schaefer
- Aug 16, 2018
- 3 min
The Power of the Triangle
Something cool happened to me this year. I discovered Brooke Castillo, a powerhouse coach and entrepreneur based in Dallas. Brooke is a wonderful teacher who does a weekly podcast, now consisting of more than 225 episodes. She discusses all the things that can hold us back in life—anxiety, limiting beliefs, drama, a victim mentality—and all the things that can power us forward in huge, amazing ways—planning, believing in impossible things, setting goals, gratitude and uncondi
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By Laura Schaefer
- Jan 29, 2018
- 2 min
Ask Your Ghostwriter Whose Writing Style She Admires
If you’re hiring a ghostwriter to help you write your book, a big part of her job is conveying your message in YOUR voice. The best books are often conversational, which simply means that when you’re reading them, it feels like the author is talking right to you. Reading someone’s book is the next best thing to sitting next to them at a party. So…if you hire a ghostwriter to write your book, it should be written in the style you prefer to best capture your unique voice and wa
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By Laura Schaefer
- Nov 2, 2017
- 3 min
What to Expect When You Hire an Executive Ghostwriter
If you've never worked with a ghostwriter before, you likely have several questions about how the process works. How long does it take? Who owns the rights to the book once it's completed? Since I enjoy ghostwriting very much, I thought I'd take a few moments to set your mind at ease and explain what to expect when you hire me to complete your book project. Read on! 1. Completing a 150-200 page book can take as little as 10 weeks. When a professional hires me to write their b
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By Laura Schaefer
- Apr 22, 2017
- 3 min
The Best Ghostwriter/Client Relationships Thrive When…
I was recently asked by a potential client to think about how the experience of working together could be designed to exceed both our expectations. Great question! As a Florida-based executive ghostwriter, I gave this some deep thought today and came up with some key factors. The best client/writer relationships need: 1. Clear project goals. Whether it is a whole book, a white paper, an article, or a blog, it is essential for a writer to understand a client’s hopes and dreams
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By Laura Schaefer
- Mar 15, 2017
- 3 min
There's No App for That: Why You Should Hire a Ghostwriter Today
Let’s start with two truths: Everyone has a book in them. Not everyone has what it takes to actually write it. Do you agree with the first premise? I really do. It’s pretty much impossible to live on this planet for a few decades and not accumulate specific wisdom or stories you’d like to share with others. As we all grow more and more specialized in our fields of work, or excel in serving our communities or our families, we piece together a million tips, tricks, insights and
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Laura Schaefer
- Feb 7, 2017
- 3 min
On the stories we tell
Lately, I've been doing a lot of thinking about the stories we tell ourselves. Stories are perhaps the most powerful force on Earth, and the stories we loop in our minds shape everything we do, every day. Some stories are very helpful. For example, one story I like to tell myself is I'm a good mother. So, even when I really, really don't want to, I find a way to be patient with my daughter. I plan ahead to make sure she has what she needs. I grocery shop regularly, even thoug
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