Indie Author Chat

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Discover the ideas and insights behind today’s most thoughtful nonfiction books through conversations with independent authors—carefully curated by Weaving Influence Press.

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  1. Jun 16

    The Ultimate Guide to Making HR Matter

    Welcome to Indie Author Chat, the podcast designed to help you explore the ideas and insights behind today’s most thoughtful nonfiction books. Join host Laura Finch for engaging conversations with independent authors as they share the wisdom and inspiration behind their books—each title carefully curated by Weaving Influence Press. In this episode, Laura talks with David Alsop about the concepts behind his new book, Making HR Matter: What CEOs Want and How to Deliver It, coauthored with Ted Forbes. As the very first title from Weaving Influence Press, Making HR Matter is an excellent example of how indie authors and hybrid publishers can collaborate to create something special. David shares concepts directly from the book about how to make HR matter, while also reflecting on the experience of writing with a coauthor and what he hopes readers will gain from reading it. During the episode, you’ll learn: About the primary audience for Making HR Matter and who David and Ted wrote it for.Why there is a negative perception around HR and the history of it.How HR can be a value creator for a company. About the four essentials of RelevantHR, which are a key component of the book.The meaning behind being “mentored by your enemy.” The possibilities that unfold when executives, managers, and HR professionals unite around a shared path forward.What it was like for David to write Making HR Matter with a coauthor and how they tackled the author experience together. The number one thing David wants listeners and readers to know about Making HR Matter. Don’t forget to check out our show notes, which include action steps and resources. Sign up for the bi-weekly newsletter to connect with Becky Robinson and learn about upcoming book launches. Consider joining Team Buzz Builder, our book review team that supports most of our client launches. When you sign up for a launch, you’ll receive a complimentary copy (digital or print) in exchange for your commitment to post an early review.

    37 min

  2. May 27

    How a “Crazy Idea” Tuned Into Two Psychological Safety Playbooks

    Welcome to Indie Author Chat, the podcast designed to help you explore the ideas and insights behind today’s most thoughtful nonfiction books. Join host Laura Finch for engaging conversations with independent authors as they share the wisdom and inspiration behind their books—each title carefully curated by Weaving Influence Press. In this episode, Laura talks with Dr. Karolin Helbig and Minette Norman about the concepts behind their new book, The Psychological Safety Playbook for Changemakers. Together, Karolin and Minette discuss the surprising story behind their collaboration, which began with a “crazy idea,” what psychological safety really looks like in practice, and how their playbooks help cultivate workplace environments where people are inspired to do their best, most creative work. During the episode, you’ll learn: How Karolin and Minette met and what sparked their collaboration as coauthors. How Karolin and Minette wrote their first book without ever meeting face-to-face.Who both playbooks are for and how The Psychological Safety Playbook for Changemakers builds on the first one.About a time Minette knew her workplace was not a space that promoted psychological safety. Where readers should begin with both psychological safety playbooks, and if they should be read in a certain order. Tips to help with everyday behavior in the workplace and increase psychological safety. Why managing our reactions is one of the most powerful and most difficult disciplines of leadership. What it takes to deliberately restore psychological safety after it has been damaged.Why apologizing in the workplace can actually strengthen a leader’s credibility and influence.An example of a team that has been particularly skilled at developing psychological safety and the impact it created.Karolin’s process of creating the artwork for the playbooks. Don’t forget to check out our show notes, which include action steps and resources. Sign up for the bi-weekly newsletter to connect with Becky Robinson and learn about upcoming book launches. Consider joining Team Buzz Builder, our book review team that supports most of our client launches. When you sign up for a launch, you’ll receive a complimentary copy (digital or print) in exchange for your commitment to post an early review.

    37 min

  3. May 12

    Introducing Indie Author Chat

    Welcome to Indie Author Chat, the podcast designed to help you explore the ideas and insights behind today’s most thoughtful nonfiction books. Join host Laura Finch for engaging conversations with independent authors as they share the wisdom and inspiration behind their books—each title carefully curated by Weaving Influence Press. In this introductory episode, Laura sits down with Becky Robinson—host of The Book Marketing Action Podcast—to unveil the vision behind this new podcast dedicated to thoughtful nonfiction books and the independent authors who write them. Together, they explore the evolving world of publishing and how Weaving Influence Press is taking a marketing-first approach to helping authors connect with readers. Tune in as Becky and Laura share a preview of the inspiring lineup of upcoming guests and books featured this season! During the episode, you’ll learn: About the host of Indie Author Chat, Laura Finch.About some of the biggest challenges for authors and readers at this time in the publishing industry.What it means to launch a book and why it takes so much effort.About the longevity of the books that Weaving Influence Press authors are writing.About Becky’s experience hosting The Book Marketing Action Podcast and the amazing listeners it continues to attract.About Weaving Influence Press and how it inspired the creation of Indie Author Chat.The impact of working with a marketing-first hybrid press.Who should listen to Indie Author Chat and why.What’s in store for the season ahead and the incredible lineup of first guests. Don’t forget to check out our show notes, which include action steps and resources. Sign up for the bi-weekly newsletter to connect with Becky Robinson and learn about upcoming book launches. Consider joining Team Buzz Builder, our book review team that supports most of our client launches. When you sign up for a launch, you’ll receive a complimentary copy (digital or print) in exchange for your commitment to post an early review.

    12 min
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Discover the ideas and insights behind today’s most thoughtful nonfiction books through conversations with independent authors—carefully curated by Weaving Influence Press.

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