Elite Publishing with Melanie Johnson and Jenn Foster

In today’s episode, host Jenn Foster is joined by Mark Willis, a three-time international best-selling author and certified financial planner, all the way from Chicago. Mark dives into his journey of writing and publishing books—sharing invaluable tips for first-time authors, from starting with just a chapter alongside a team to collaborating and leveraging marketing power together.Mark’s latest book, “The Business Fortress: How to...

Welcome back to the Podcast! In today’s episode, host Melanie Johnson sit down with publishing and podcasting expert Paul Colligan. Paul shares his incredible journey from ghostwriting massive technical manuals to independently publishing 14 books, and reveals how that shift transformed his career and opened doors in unexpected ways. You’ll hear valuable insights on the power of combining books, podcasts, and social media to achiev...

In this episode, Rich shares how his circuitous career path—from managing Sherwin Williams stores and steering BYU Hawaii’s finances, to consulting for companies nationwide—shaped his philosophy: it’s not about having all the answers, but about asking the right questions. You’ll hear why he believes coaching is essential for business leaders who want to pause, reflect, and get perspective beyond the daily “whack-a-mole” of challeng...

Welcome to our latest episode of the Podcast! Today, host Melanie Johnson sits down with Sarah Conklin, the author behind "Fundamentally Frugal" and a newly minted best-selling author. Together, they dive deep into Sarah’s journey of writing and publishing her book—from nurturing a lifelong dream that began at age five, to turning her experiences as a blogger and YouTube creator into a legacy for her family and community. Sarah sha...

Welcome to the Elite Publishing Podcast! In this episode, Melanie is joined by Chloe Williamson, a podcast marketing specialist from Interview Valet, to dive into the powerful intersection of podcast guesting and book promotion. Whether you’re an established author or just getting ready to launch your first book, this conversation is packed with actionable tips and insider insights on how podcast tours can amplify your message, rea...

Welcome to the Elite Publishing Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Kevin Kramer, dentist, serial entrepreneur, and USA Today bestselling author of "Quantum Accountability." Host Mark Scherer dives into Kevin’s unique journey from developing business principles for his dental practice to transforming those processes into a leadership book that’s making waves well outside the world of dentistry.

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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Elite Publishing podcast! Today, we're diving deep into the world of book publishing and marketing with our special guest, Mark Podolsky, also known as The Land Geek. Mark shares his inspiring journey of turning his expertise into written form, the strategies he employed to successfully market his book, and the challenges he faced along the way.Learn More Here: https://www.thelandgeek....

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Elite Publishing Podcast. Today, we're thrilled to have an engaging conversation with Lynn Abaté-Johnson, a two-time international best-selling author whose journey into writing was as transformative for her as it has been for her readers. In this episode, Lynn shares her poignant story of becoming an 'accidental author' after documenting her mother's health journey on Car...

Welcome back to another episode of Elite Publishing Podcast! This time, we're thrilled to host the incredible Udo Erasmus, renowned author of the influential book "Fats that Heal, Fats that Kill," which has sold over 250,000 copies. Joining us today, alongside our host, Jen Foster, Udo delves into the fascinating journey of writing his book and how he transformed his obsession with fats into a tangible legacy. From cl...

Join Jenn Foster, co-owner of Elite Online Publishing, as she interviews Pia Silva, an inspiring author and branding expert, about her journey in writing and self-publishing her book Badass Your Brand. Pia shares the motivation behind putting her face on the book cover, utilizing it as an authority tool, and recounting the surprise of being recognized by readers at events. She reveals her strategic decision to self-publish to maint...

In this episode, Hedieh shares her deeply personal story, including the divine inspiration behind her book, the unique challenges she faced while writing, and the creative process that ultimately led her to success. Despite juggling immense personal stress, including her daughter's rehabilitation, Hedieh listened to her calling and penned her book to offer hope and encouragement to others.
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In today's episode, Tony discusses the importance of asking for help during the writing process, overcoming the challenges of self-doubt, and the significant differences between self-publishing and working with a publishing house. He also talks about how his books have opened numerous doors, from speaking engagements to new business opportunities, and how repurposing content from his podcast helped streamline his writing proces...

Join Melanie Johnson co-owner of Elite Online Publishing, as she interviews Matt Rigsby, the author of the recently published book, "Don't Fight It, Just Ride It," a compelling narrative filled with personal stories from his extraordinary life. He is also the founder of the Medicine River Academy, an outdoor education business with a focus on river rafting and connecting people with nature.

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In this episode, Lyndsay shares her journey of becoming an author almost by surprise, how writing her book has enhanced her credibility as a keynote speaker, and the strategies she uses to integrate her book into her speaking fees. She takes us behind the scenes of her writing process, from creating the table of contents to the final edits, and emphasizes the importance of tough skin and constant promotion. Learn More: https://hea...

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Elite Publishing Podcast! Today, we're thrilled to have special guest Keith Leon S., a nine-time award-winning and eleven-time international bestselling author, successful book publisher, and filmmaker. Keith's journey is nothing short of inspiring, as he rose from a challenging upbringing to rub shoulders with the elite in the publishing and entertainment industries. Learn More: https://...