Introduction

Get ready to discover why ASPIRE with Derek Doepker paves the way for your influence building and author success on this episode of the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. Authors want to know what moves the needle to success—mass success. During this hour, you will discover the six steps of ASPIRE: 1. Advertising—why, when, and how for print, eBook, and audiobooks. 2. Social Media—yes, you need it—the magic happens with engagement. 3. Platforms—leveraging is the secret sauce. 4. Influence—local is where growth always happens. 5. Reader Referral—building the super fans that can do the lifting of your marketing. 6. eMail—all roads will lead back to your “e” … tips for increasing the gather.