{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/62e074adb038a40013e0d7b6/67c71490fc5f88b98de8a923?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Power of Storytelling: Turning Your Book into a Business Asset with Matt Briel","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/62e074adb038a40013e0d7b6/1741100143065-023d7786-ec1d-485e-95d0-e2f2a3ff3c9a.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Have you ever thought about writing a book but felt overwhelmed by the process? You’re not alone! Many entrepreneurs hesitate to take the leap, but in today’s digital landscape, publishing a book is one of the most powerful ways to establish authority, attract new opportunities, and grow your business.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Matt Briel of Lulu and Tilt Publishing to talk about why now is the perfect time to write a book and how self-publishing can give you more control over your brand, revenue, and audience engagement.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h4>In this episode, you’ll learn:</h4><ul><li>Why publishing a book positions you as an authority in your industry: A book isn’t just a product—it’s a credibility booster that sets you apart from competitors.</li><li>How a book can become your best marketing tool: Books open doors to media features, speaking engagements, and new business opportunities.</li><li>The benefits of selling your book directly to your audience: Self-publishing gives you control over your profits, branding, and reader connections.</li><li>How writing a book helps refine your brand message: The process forces you to clarify your expertise, making you a stronger communicator.</li><li>Why AI tools make writing easier than ever: From structuring your book to generating ideas, AI helps speed up the process while keeping your authentic voice.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>If you’ve been waiting for the right time to write your book, this is it! Subscribe to</em> Rocky Mountain Marketing <em>for more expert insights, and visit</em><a href=\"https://www.katiebrinkley.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> katiebrinkley.com</a> <em>to start building your brand today!</em></p><p><br></p><p>Get Metricool today!</p><p><a href=\"http://katiebrinkley.live/cool\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">katiebrinkley.live/cool</a></p><p><br></p><p>Join us in CEX this August 24-26, 2025</p><p><a href=\"https://cex.events/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://cex.events/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Visit Matt Briel's social media pages:</p><p>Lulu Press Website:<a href=\"http://www.lulu.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.lulu.com</a></p><p>Tilt Publishing Website:<a href=\"https://www.thetilt.com/publishing\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.thetilt.com/publishing</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-briel/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-briel/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about Katie and Next Step Social Communications:</p><p>Speaking: <a href=\"https://katiebrinkley.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://katiebrinkley.com/</a></p><p>Website: <a href=\"https://www.nextstepsocialcommunications.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.nextstepsocialcommunications.com</a></p><p>Linkedin: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiebrinkley\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiebrinkley</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/channel/@rockymountainmarketing\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.youtube.com/channel/@rockymountainmarketing</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/iamkatiebrinkley/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/iamkatiebrinkley/</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/groups/socialprofitlab\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.facebook.com/groups/socialprofitlab</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>#AuthorBranding #EntrepreneurSuccess #SelfPublishing #BookMarketing #MarketingStrategies #BusinessGrowthTips #PersonalBranding #ThoughtLeadership #ContentCreation #AIforWriters #BuildYourBrand #PublishingTips #OnlineMarketing #WriteYourBook #EntrepreneurMindset #MattBriel #KatieBrinkley</p>","author_name":"Katie Brinkley"}