Podcast appearances and mentions of Valerie Khoo

Hello, welcome to the show! I'm your host Michelle Cox and it makes me so happy you're here with us once again to learn from another incredible guest that I will be ‘mining' information from again this week. If you missed last week's episode, go back and have a listen first as this is Part two! We are back with the Queen of Reinvention herself - the gorgeously talented Valerie Khoo. Valerie is the first guest in a ‘series' we're currently running on the show - where all guests will be asked to talk about the same topic, and that topic is REINVENTION! Why are we doing this? Well, it's a topic I get asked about a lot;  how I reinvented myself, why, the process I went through, and I was keen to talk to others about their transitions and what they went through to create new lives for themselves. A recap on today's guest; Valerie Khoo is an award-winning feature writer who is also CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre - an organisation she founded over 18 years ago. Val does many things - some of which include podcaster, incredible artist and author of seven books. Val & I often have such incredible conversations in our studio and it was fitting that she kicks off this series about Reinvention as she's had a fascinating journey that's led her to where she is today. There was so much GOLD in the chat with Val that we split it into two parts.  Let's dive in and hear more of the wisdom this incredible woman offers us. And don't forget - the One Question podcast now has a YouTube channel.  Please, go check it out here so we have more than 5 views!! :)One Question YoutubeFor more information about Valerie, check out these places;-Websites: Valerie Khoo and Australian Writers CentreInstagram: @valeriekhooLinkedin: Valerie KhooHead to michellejcox.com for more information about the ONE QUESTION podcast, your host or today's guestsConnect with Michelle on Linkedin here:- @MichelleJCoxConnect with Michelle on Instagram here:- @michellejcoxConnect with Michelle on Facebook here - @michellejcoxAND, if you have a burning topic you'd love people to talk more about, or know someone who'd be great to come on the One Question podcast, please get in touch;- hello@michellejcox.com

We are kicking off a ‘series' for the first time on the show - where I bring on guests to talk about the same topic over the coming weeks, and that topic is REINVENTION! It's a topic I get asked about a lot;  how I reinvented myself, why, the process, and I wanted to talk to others about their incredible transitions and hear about their reinvention stories too. So, our first guest in this series is my dear friend, incredible entrepreneur and fellow creative studio buddy, Valerie Khoo who I'm sitting with here in our joint creative studio, Atelier 9 in Avalon. Valerie is an award-winning feature writer who is also CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre - an organisation she founded over 18 years ago. As you're about to hear, Val does many things - some of which include podcaster, incredible artist and author of seven books. Her latest books are So you want to be a writer (co-authored with Allison Tait) and Power Stories: The 8 Stories You MUST Tell to Build an Epic Business. Val & I always have such incredible conversations whist we are painting and potting in our studio and it was fitting that she kicks off this series about Reinvention as she's had a fascinating journey that's led her to where she is today. There was so much GOLD in this chat that I've split it into two parts - let's dive in and here some of the wisdom this incredible woman offers us in part one. _______Also - HUGE News!! I'm excited to announce that the One Question podcast now has a YouTube channel. It will be wonderful to be able to bring you visual content of our interviews as well. This episode with Valerie will be the first to feature on the platform - so please, go check it out here so we have more than 2 views!! :)One Question YoutubeFor more information about Valerie, check out these places;-Websites: Valerie Khoo and Australian Writers CentreInstagram: @valeriekhooLinkedin: Valerie KhooHead to michellejcox.com for more information about the ONE QUESTION podcast, your host or today's guestsConnect with Michelle on Linkedin here:- @MichelleJCoxConnect with Michelle on Instagram here:- @michellejcoxConnect with Michelle on Facebook here - @michellejcoxAND, if you have a burning topic you'd love people to talk more about, or know someone who'd be great to come on the One Question podcast, please get in touch;- hello@michellejcox.com

Dani Vee and Valerie Khoo from Words and Nerds Podcast and So You Want to be a Writer, have a fireside chat about interviewing creatives. They have interviewed thousands of creatives and have seen it all! How do you nail an interview? What can do to prepare? What bugs an interviewer? A must listen for any creative preparing for their first interview or creatives wanting to refine their interview skills.

In this special time-sensitive episode of 'So You Want to be a Writer,' Valerie Khoo discusses the prestigious Richell Prize with Vanessa Radnidge, Head of Narrative Nonfiction and Literary at Hachette. The episode dives into the details and benefits of entering this unique prize, which offers a $10,000 reward and a year-long mentorship with a Hachette publisher. 00:00 Introduction and special episode announcement00:35 The Richell Prize: An overview01:47 Interview with Vanessa Radnidge, Head of Narrative Non-Fiction and Head of Literary at Hachette.03:05 Details of the Richell Prize06:08 The mentorship experience10:53 Advice for aspiring writers16:59 Encouragement to enter literary competitions Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host and CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre, Valerie Khoo, shares her recent experiences, including mentoring members of the freelance writing masterclass program and editing a manuscript. She also talks about the importance of creative curiosity and not limiting yourself to one passion. The guest for this episode is Michelle Upton, an author who shares her journey to becoming a writer after the passing of her father, which led her to question her life's purpose. Michelle speaks about the process of writing her novels Emergency Exit Only and Terms of Inheritance, focusing on dealing with rejection, having perseverance, and the value of preparation and research. The episode also highlights the importance of setting deadlines, venturing into social media platforms for marketing, and advises writers to build a strong pitch before starting a novel. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 578 of 'So You Want To Be A Writer', Valerie Khoo, the CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre, talks about her passion for fostering a love of reading in young people, her Christmas shopping struggles, and ongoing writing projects. Special guest Nat Newman shares her experiences with theatre and film productions, and offers advice on correct dialogue punctuation. And an inspiring interview with Christos Tsiolkas – novelist, playwright and screenwriter – who provides valuable tips for aspiring writers on reading widely, adopting effective work ethics, and maintaining loyalty in the publishing world. Plus win 'Kill Your Husbands' by Jack Heath. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, in the midst of last-minute preparations for our exciting event - The Content Byte Summit – Lynne and Rachel take you behind-the-scenes for a sneak peek into some of the presentations and panel chats that are occuring during the two days of the Summit. The Summit will be held from September 14-16 at the Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney and we wanted to share some of the highlights that we are really excited about, including Keynote speaker Ed Gandia - moving up the value chain and not taking orders How skilled interviews give you nuances that AI can never match Jess Mudditt talking about high-paying journalism gigs Transferrable skills that journalists can take into government work with Nigel Bartlett How our second keynote speaker Jennifer Goforth Gregory hits revenue targets by breaking all the rules Racquel Collard's marketing presentation - no more panic marketing! AI tools in general… there are so many, what should we learn? Valerie Khoo's talk about microcredentials Ros Page's survey on how agencies are using AI and how that might be affecting their use of freelancers. Ways that you can diversify and add new income streams to your freelance business There are still a few tickets still available for The Content Byte Summit  www.thecontentbytesummit.com.au   Find Rachel www.rachelsmith.com.au Find Lynne www.lynnetestoni.com        Rachel's List www.rachelslist.com.au   Thanks (as always) to our sponsors Rounded (www.rounded.com.au), an easy invoicing and accounting solution that helps freelancers run their businesses with confidence. Episode edited by Marker Creative Co www.markercreative.co 

Birthday re-release Publishing Insider with Valerie Khoo - Australian Writers' Centre

A.G Slatter (Angela Slatter) talks to Valerie Khoo on how she developed her author career and her latest novel The Path of Thorns. Publishers who accept unsolicited submissions – and how to make sure your manuscript is ready! Plus we have 3 copies of The Book Eaters by Sunyi Dean to give away. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a special 'betweenisode' because today we're bringing you an industry insight episode with author Jack Heath. In this chat with Valerie Khoo, Jack goes into the nuts and bolts of his experience in one of the latest developments in the publishing industry – a novel specifically written for audio. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “Your genius is what comes naturally to you.”   “I was once driven by the idea that you should strive to learn new skills and improve on the things that haven't come naturally. After some time, I have learnt that although you can do anything, you can't do everything at the same time. Do the things you're good at."     Valerie Khoo is a writer, artist and business owner based in Sydney. She is CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre, the country's leading centre for writing courses which has helped more than 75,000 students. She's also owner of Story Art Studios, where she creates original art, sculptures and designs that are licensed all over the world on products such as stationery, wallpaper, fabric, upholstery, art prints and more.   Valerie hosts two weekly podcasts, ‘So you want to be a writer' and ‘So you want to be a photographer', is author of several books including ‘Power Stories: The 8 Stories You MUST Tell to Build an Epic Business' and ‘So you want to be a writer'. She started her career in finance with PwC before transitioning in to publishing and journalism where she was deputy editor of CLEO magazine and a writer for Fairfax for 15 years. She founded the Australian Writers' Centre in 2005.   Valerie is a winner of the Telstra Business Awards and was recently the City of Sydney's Curator of the Sydney Lunar Festival for 2019 and 2020, a 10-day event featuring artists, galleries, and events all over the city. She is one dynamic lady and I felt so lucky to get to sit down (in person over a cuppa) and have a great chat. Please enjoy this wonderful conversation with the incredibly multi-talented Valerie Khoo. ____ Connect and find out more about Valerie here;- For those interested in writing, they have a great newsletter at the Australian Writers' Centre. You can find it at https://www.writerscentre.com.au/   For those interested in art and creativity, follow Valerie on Instagram: @valeriekhoo Website: valeriekhoo.com Social handles: Twitter: @valeriekhoo instagram: @valeriekhoo Check out her Podcasts: So you want to be a writer:- -https://www.writerscentre.com.au/blog/category/podcasts/so-you-want-to-be-a-writer-podcast/ So you want to be a photographer:- https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/so-you-want-to-be-photographer-transform-your-skills/id957592464 And for more information about the Wabi Sabi Series, please find us here:- https://wabisabiseries.com/ Connect with us on Instagram here:- @thewabisabiseries Connect with us on Facebook here - @thewabisabiseries If you have a burning topic you'd love society to talk more about, or know someone who'd be great to come on our podcast, drop us a line at hello@wabisabiseries.com

In this 'inbetweenisode', Valerie Khoo sits down with Sam Buckerfield, who has co-written a book called Generation Alpha. Now what's interesting is that this is a nonfiction book - but Sam's passion has always been in fiction. But as you'll hear, Sam was able to use his fiction skills to create a compelling and very readable narrative out of 20 years of social research and case studies and statistics.  Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reveal yourself as an expert in your industry and you'll reap the rewards later. Content marketing is an online marketing strategy to help you build your profile and be the 'go-to' expert in your field. It doesn't have to be as time-consuming as you might think, says content marketing expert and journalist, Valerie Khoo. So that you're not reinventing the wheel, she explains how to turn one discussion point into several communication methods – like blogs, videos or articles – to be published on different social media platforms. Business Essentials Daily is produced by: SoundCartel soundcartel.com.au +61 3 9882 8333 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Publishing Insider is the new spin off series hosted by Dani Vee and author Adrian Beck about the secrets of the publishing industry.

What is copywriting? Why are so many people interested in becoming one? What does it take to become a successful copywriter? Is it possible to make a living from copywriting? How can you get started as a freelance or ad agency copywriter? In this episode, Valerie Khoo, CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre chats to Bernadette Schwerdt, founder of the Australian School of Copywriting about:  Why copywriting is a great occupation for creative people Where you can find copywriting work The qualities and training you need to be a successful copywriter The benefits of living the freelance life Success stories from her students who've found work quickly Her 5 top tips for getting started as a freelancer ...and much more If you're a budding or experienced copywriter, this podcast is a must-listen. Read the show notes Join our community of copywriters at CopyClub.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the most powerful gifts you can have as a businesswoman is being able to sense your internal compass. Knowing when it’s not pointing to your true north and being pulled to fix it so you are feeling in the right place again. Valerie Khoo knows too well this feeling as she continually conquers Listen In The post HP 96: Australian Writers’ Centre with Valerie Khoo appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

One of the most powerful gifts you can have as a businesswoman is being able to sense your internal compass. In this episode, we have Valerie Khoo, CEO of the country's leading centre for writing course, Australian Writers' Centre on her journey as a successful businesswoman and how she continually conquers new facets in her career.

One of the most powerful gifts you can have as a businesswoman is being able to sense your internal compass. In this episode, we have Valerie Khoo, CEO of the country's leading centre for writing course, Australian Writers' Centre on her journey as a successful businesswoman and how she continually conquers new facets in her career. Mentions from today's episode - https://bit.ly/38roU5B Stay in touch with me here: Instagram – @annette_lackovic Facebook – @annettelackovicofficial

In this episode, we talk to Valerie Khoo. Valerie falls well outside the box, with a portfolio career as an artist, writer and entrepreneur, as well as being CEO of the Australian Writers’ CentreValerie started her career as an accountant for PwC and was a journalist who wrote for Fairfax for 15 years. She is now a working artist and designer, and for the past two years, Valerie was the curator for City of Sydney’s Lunar New Year Festival, an arts and culture festival that attracts more than 1.5 million people.Valerie says she unwittingly shaped her career through instinct and passion but also learnt some tough truths along the way. Today, she will reveal 5 pearls of wisdom she wishes someone told her when she was starting out.3:30 Find a mentor11:30 Do what you love and the money will follow23:00 Your first career may be the first of many28:00 Your genius is what comes naturally to you36:00 Building your career is about building relationships

Reveal yourself as an expert in your industry and you'll reap the rewards later. Content marketing is an online marketing strategy to help you build your profile and be the 'go-to' expert in your field. It doesn't have to be as time-consuming as you might think, says content marketing expert and journalist, Valerie Khoo. So that you're not reinventing the wheel, she explains how to turn one discussion point into several communication methods – like blogs, videos or articles – to be published on different social media platforms. Business Essentials Daily is produced by: SoundCartelsoundcartel.com.au+61 3 9882 8333See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Podcasts are one of the best marketing tools you can have for your business or brand in the 21st century. They are not only amazing at spreading your message further, but they can also get you forming stronger audience connections, faster. Welcome to Tactics Tuesday, a short and sweet companion to Should I Start a Podcast hosted by Ronsley Vaz, where each week with the help of a star-studded entrepreneurial lineup, he explores why you should start a podcast, build an audience and how to keep them hungry for more. On Tactics Tuesday, we'll give you little snippets of episodes filled with juicy tips to inspire, innovate and guide you through to the next steps of producing your very own podcast. If you'd like easily digestible little nuggets of knowledge from podcasting experts and entrepreneurs all over the world, this show is for you. In this episode, we're talking with Valerie Khoo, journalist and CEO of The Australian Writers' Centre. With two highly successful podcasts under her belt, So You Want To Be A Writer and So You Want To Be a Photographer, Valerie has a wealth of podcasting knowledge that she's always delighted to share. We talk about why podcasts can get you a loyal audience and how they build deeper trust. Also in this episode: Why podcasting is the perfect PR and marketing tool How using human behaviour patterns can help boost your podcast Why podcasts are so intimate and connect to audiences faster If you love podcasts, you should start a podcast Why you shouldn't preach your message    Links: Valerie Khoo – LinkedInValerie Khoo – TwitterValerie Khoo – FacebookValerie Khoo – Instagram

Have you ever wondered if you could turn your hobby into a money making enterprise? Well, our guest Valerie Khoo rediscovered the magic in her creative side, up skilled by doing some workshops to give her some confidence in her art and then as she started to sell her paintings found the adventure reached out into other parts of her working life, and truly expanded her world and her next adventures. If ever there was a lesson in the power of curiosity, this is it. Plus, Peita & Hayley dig into the steps we can take to work out if we could turn our hobby into a business and take a look at Ocean’s Twelve to see if Danny and the crew have some tips on how to live life like an Action Hero. Resources mentioned in this Episode: Australian Writer’s Centre (https://www.writerscentre.com.au/) Sydney Lunar Festival 2020 (https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/major-events/sydney-lunar-festival) Masterclass: Learn from the Best (https://www.masterclass.com/) Podcast: So you want to be a Writer, with Valerie Khoo & Allison Tait (https://www.writerscentre.com.au/category/podcasts/so-you-want-to-be-a-writer-podcast/) Podcast: So you want to be a Photographer, with Gina Milicia & Valerie Khoo (https://ginamilicia.com/category/podcast/) Podcast: New Stories Bold Legends, Stories from the Sydney Lunar Festival (https://newstories.net.au/hear-the-stories/) Guest Details: If you would like to find out more about the wonderful Valerie Khoo, then you can connect with her on your platform of choice below. Website (incl how to buy her art) (https://valeriekhoo.com/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/valeriekhoo/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/valeriekhoo) Other Deets: And if you are keen to find out more about Ocean’s Twelve, then you can get started at the sites below. IMDB (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0349903/) Rotten Tomatoes (https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/oceans_twelve)

Valerie Khoo is founder and CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre, which is Australia's leading centre for writing courses. Over 40,000 students have learnt at the centre and it has campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Brisbane – as well as a huge online learning community enrolling from all over the world. Valerie is a former journalist and author of the best-selling book “Power Stories: The 8 Stories You MUST Tell to Build an Epic Business”. She now combines her love of storytelling with her passion for art and managed a second career as a professional artist. Valerie focuses on creating artworks that serve as a daily reminder of a meaning, emotion or vision for collectors who connect with her abstract style. She has also been appointed as the City of Sydney's Curator of the Chinese New Year Festival 2019, the third-largest annual event in Sydney (behind NYE Fireworks and Vivid) and the largest celebration of Chinese New Year in the world outside of Asia. An avid podcaster, she co-hosts the popular podcasts “So you want to be a writer” and “So you want to be a photographer”. You can find the Australian Writers' Centre at www.WritersCentre.com.au and Valerie's artwork at www.ValerieKhoo.com

The worlds of business and creativity have combined. Exploring your interests and giving in to your creative curiosity can energise you AND innovate your business. It turns out that allowing yourself to be passionate about something other than your business can energise you, and benefit your business. While we may see creativity as an indulgence, the little thing that piques your interest may be the next opportunity to grow your business.  Valerie Khoo, visual artist and National Director of the Australian Writers’ Centre, recently threw herself into the world of art. This sparked growth in her business, her career, and developed her “Creative Quotient”. Valerie is the featured guest in this episode of the HerBusiness podcast. In this episode we look at:  How your creative interests can lead to innovation in your business Why creativity is a vital factor in determining your bottom line How to incorporate creativity into your life The perils of ignoring your 'creative quotient' How to tap into your inner genius Take a listen. And, be sure to subscribe for more great interviews with inspiring entrepreneurs.  Here are some popular recent episodes: Lessons for Living an Inspired, Creative and Meaningful Life with Guy Kawasaki Becoming a Big Deal in Your Niche with Amy Porterfield How to Stop Marketing AT Your Customers and Start Marketing with Them with Seth Godin HerBusiness Facebook Page: https:/facebook.com/HerBusiness/ HerBusiness Network for Women Business Owners: herbusinessnetwork.com

For episode 46 we travel around the globe to Australia, to interview the one, the only - Gina Milicia. Gina has been working in photography for 30 years, so is very experienced. She has many resources on her website, including a blog, videos, presets, books and training through her gold membership. Gina also runs a podcast called "so you want to be a photographer" with her friend Valerie Khoo. In this edition the podcast contains: Garage lighting modifier/diffusing ideas Fuji Camera interfaces Podcasting Shooting kettles Importance of projects Sharing resources Group shots + hot sets Pooling resources Camera alliances Working with models Storyboard + working in media RANDOM QUESTIONS Gina takes part in the random questions, so find out the relevance of: Poisons Animals Convicts TIMING 0 - garage + split lighting 11 - flash lighting advice 21 - cameras + beginner advice 24 - podcasting addicts + shooting kettles 37 - shooting projects + working with models 56 - favourite shoots 62 - inspiration 65 - random questions LINKS http://Ginamillicia.com https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/so-you-want-to-be-photographer/id957592464 https://ginamilicia.com/join-the-community/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/photography-insights/message

Direct from VIVID Festival, this is the LIVE event. If you couldn't go, this is the next best thing! This episode features your hosts Allison Tait and Valerie Khoo in conversation with historical fiction author Pamela Hart and crime/thriller author Candice Fox. Straight to you from the Museum of Contemporary Art. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com

I’ve followed Valerie Khoo’s business career for around 20 years and she never ceases to surprise and amaze. I can’t think of many accountants who end up as curator of a major arts festival. So how and why does she keep reinventing?

Podcasts are a phenomenal way for you to connect with an audience and establish,. or build on, your personal branding to grow your business. Welcome to Should I Start A Podcast where each week Ronsley Vaz, with the help of a star-studded entrepreneurial guest lineup, explores why you should start a podcast; build an audience, and how to keep them hungry for more. If you're thinking about starting a podcast, or simply finding a better way to get your message out to your audience, then this is the podcast for you This week's episode of Should I Start a Podcast could be the grail you've been hunting for. We have the business mogul, Valerie Khoo guiding us, with her keynote speech from We Are Podcast, 2015. From the get go, journalist and CEO of The Australian Writers' Centre, Valerie Khoo, has had an entrepreneurial spirit that would always guarantee her success. With two very fruitful podcasts, So You Want To Be A Writer, and So You Want To Be a Photographer, she is well equipped to give us some advice. Valerie shares with us, what makes a good podcast outside the stats and numbers, how to leverage your brand to make it more lucrative, as well as why a cheap iPod from Singapore and her cat Rex thrust her into the world of podcasting. You don't want to miss this podcast, which also includes: How one hour of recorded audio could be a goldmine Why podcasting is networking on steroids How your behaviour establishes your brand Why your podcast can get your audience hungry for more Why giving back the love has boundless benefits How commitment can be your biggest strength How to gauge your audience's interests How reviews and ratings will improve you exponentially When interviewing, why thinking like a journalist can be the best tactic Links: Valerie Khoo - LinkedIn Valerie Khoo - Twitter Valerie Khoo - Facebook Valerie Khoo - Instagram

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Saddleback Leather's Dave Munson uses storytelling to sell his leather bags. Leather bags he thinks even Indiana Jones would love! He tells stories in his website copy, his videos, his product descriptions … even his voicemail! He believes great storytelling has the power to convert idle prospects into raving fans. So sit back and listen in as Dave explains exactly how storytelling has been his business's secret marketing weapon.   “You know, people really value authenticity in marketing because it's rare. Sadly we just don't get it very often. So, it's a breath of fresh air to hear someone tell a story. And it doesn't have to be some crazy adventurous story. It could be something as simple as “So, I was arguing with my wife the other day and ….” Just something that has your prospects get interested in what you gave to say and sell.” -Dave Munson, Saddleback Leather   There's loads more tips and insights just like this that will help you build that beautiful business of yours into the empire it deserves to be. Hit the PLAY button above to listen now, or subscribe free to hear the full interview.   If you have questions about how to identify and tell interesting and compelling stories in your business then you'll get this answers in this interview, including: What is storytelling in business? Why is storytelling in business so important? How can telling stories about your business convert prospects into customers? What stories does Saddleback Leather tell? How do I identify stories to tell in my business? Do I need to be a great writer to tell stories in my business? And plenty more ...   A little more about today's guest, Dave Munson of Saddleback Leather: Dave Munson owns Saddleback Leather. A US-based business that makes and sells leather bags Indiana Jones would love. They're Dave's words, not mine. You see, the guy is a master storyteller. Everywhere you go in his marketing, there's a story being told. Throughout his website, his videos, his product descriptions. Even his voicemail message, as you heard at the top of the show. The guy loves and respects the power words have when convincing someone to buy from him. Even his tagline evokes story - “Saddleback Leather. They'll fight over it when you're dead!” Now I know everyone is banging on about how effective storytelling can be in marketing your business. We've covered it a lot on this show. Remember that episode with author Valerie Khoo in which she shared the 8 power stories every business owner must tell? The fact is, we all love a good story. We lean in and we listen when ones being told. So take a listen to what Dave has to say, then start implementing it in your business.   Here's what caught my attention from my chat with Dave Munson from Saddleback Leather: In business, people buy from people they have a relationship with. Storytelling helps you build that relationship. Don't always look for the sales angle … instead, be on the lookout for stories to tell in your business. People become less price sensitive when you educate them about quality. They become even less price sensitive when you help them.   But the marketing gold doesn't stop there, in this episode: This week's Monster Prize Draw winner is: Jackie Silverman from Black Velvet Coffee   Resources mentioned: Saddleback Leather's official website Interview with Valerie Khoo on the 8 power stories every business must tell   Please support American Express who make this show possible: American Express Business Explorer Credit Card Let your business expenses reward you. Every year.   If something in this episode of Australia's favourite marketing podcast peaked your interest, then let me know by leaving a comment below. May your marketing be the best marketing.   For more interviews with successful business owners visit Small Business Big Marketing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To build an EPIC business today you need to connect in more meaningful ways with your customers than you EVER have before... and one of THE most powerful ways to do that is to tell your STORIES. In this episode your hosts Suzi Dafnis and Michelle Falzon talk to Valerie Khoo, author of Power Stories and CEO and founder of the Australian Writers’ Centre about powerful ways to share your stories as part of your content marketing strategy. How do you find your stories? Where should you share them and how can you use them to influence followers and convert customers? It’s all in this episode… along with the opportunity to access a brand new content writing coursefrom Valerie and her team at the Australian Writers’ Centre. Listen to this episode to hear more about: The most under-utilised tool in your small business arsenal How to use stories to demonstrate your “care factor” and bring your customers closer to you How to harness the power of your story with one sentence Why you need to be telling your “Passion” story (and an example of Val’s Passion Story) How to go from a “swirl” of ideas to a fully fledged, powerful story How to find relevance in your story for your audience The one story you need to tell succinctly when you first meet a new customer The single biggest mistake almost all small businesses make on their “About” page on their website The 3 parts to a customer story that distinguish it from “just another testimonial” How “The Biggest Loser” TV show can teach you to write AMAZING customer stories The 3 ingredients you need to include to tell your customer stories successfully How to make your stories easier to share and, importantly, easier for others to tell on your behalf The very first place you should be sharing your customer stories (and it’s not what you might think) Ways to tell stories about your product that your audience will love How Val used the power of storytelling to sell a 2 year old Bunnings outdoor furniture set on eBay that could change everything about the way you market YOUR products The simple piece of advice about your product stories that saves you having to make it “whizz bang” and just gets you started! Also mentioned in this episode: Australian Writers’ Centre Brand new Australian Writers’ Centre content writing course

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Great customer experiences are easy to remember. You should be gathering and using them in your communication strategy. Find out how in this episode. Recommended book: Power Stories: The 8 Stories You Must Tell to Build an Epic Business by Valerie Khoo   At StorySD.com you can: Get free eBooks (English and Portuguese)  Watch/Listen/Read all StorySD episodes Sign up to our newsletter for exclusive content Explore recommended articles, books, podcasts and videos   Other StorySD series: Series 1 - Transmedia Storytelling for Business Series 2 - Build your Business Stories Series 3 - Technology – The future is here Series 4 - Use Stories To … Series 5 - Characters Series 6 - Travel Guide for Kids Series 7 - Transmedia Storytelling Case Studies Series 8 - Story Breakdown Series 9 - Interactive Storytelling Series 10 - Stories from Scotland  

Valerie Khoo from the Australia Writers Centre is an amazing person with many hidden talents. She started her career as an accountant because she believed writers didn't make money. The allure of writing was always there for her and eventually, she took the leap and has never looked back.  She spent 11 years working 20 hr days and threw everything at her passion. On reflection, she wished she had sought mentors earlier in her own business to not have worked so hard. She talks through her latest passion - making art with rope.  Valerie shares her rich insights into business, life and writing.     There were lots of great takeaways in the episode, so grab that pen and notepad, and enjoy! The dangers of working too hard and without mentors How to scale a community in an area you have a passion for  Digital advances and how to stay ahead of them How to plan out your day and week Importance of business structure   Important Links & Mentions From This Episode:  Valerie Khoo's LinkedIn Profile Valerie Khoo's Instagram Account Australian Writers' Centre Monika's Doggie Rescue  Slack Instagram Pinterest Canon Camera app Netflix Flipboard Triplist App  Build Your Book Author: Michael Lewis  Book: Eat That Frog 

As photographers, sometimes the conditions we’re given to shoot in aren’t ideal. In this episode, Gina Milicia and Valerie Khoo answer a listener question about how to best tackle a group portrait shoot in hard sunlight. In this episode, Gina and Valerie talk about the how to meter in this situation, when and how to use fill light, ways to find shade when there isn’t any and how to pose people in group shots. Gina and Valerie love bringing this podcast to you. Hope you enjoy it. Sign up to the newsletter for great tips and free Lightroom presets. Join the dynamic Gold Membership in our Community which delivers monthly tutorials, live mastermind and lots of behind the scenes videos into the creative process. Find out more at ginamilicia.com. Read the show notes. Connect with Gina, Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit GinaMilicia.com | ValerieKhoo.com

Valerie Khoo is an award-winning feature writer who has been writing for Fairfax for the past 15 years. Her articles appear regularly in The Sydney Morning Herald. She is the author of six books, her latest being Power Stories: The 8 Stories You MUST Tell to Build an Epic Business. She is a former accountant with PwC but switched careers when she gave in to her passion for writing. She mentors feature writers who want to carve out a freelance writing career as well as entrepreneurs and thought leaders who want to showcase their expertise in their own business book. Many of Valerie's students successfully publish their work and carve out careers as successful writers. Valerie has worked at the three publishing giants – ACP Magazines (now Bauer Media), Pacific Magazines and EMAP – and currently works as a freelance editor for several consumer and corporate publications. Her work has appeared in publications such as Voyeur, Silver Kris, Australian Financial Review and The Age. Before becoming a freelance writer 15 years ago, Valerie was features director for CLEO. For seven years, she was also the journalist behind the popular Enterprise blog on smh.com.au, theage.com.au, brisbanetimes.com.au, watoday.com.au, canberratimes.com.au and businessday.com.au. Along with Allison Tait, Valerie co-hosts the popular top-rating podcast “So you want to be a writer". In this episode of Breaking Digital I talk with Valerie Khoo, Founder and CEO of Australian Writers Centre based out of Sydney (with offices across Australia). We have a wonderful discussion about what it means to build your profile, the difference between branding, and most importantly how to find your passion. What is remarkable about Valerie is that her true passion is helping people achieve what they once thought was impossible … empowering people to achieve their dreams. Through her years of expansive journalistic experience in the small business and entrepreneurial space she has seen the trajectory between those who tell a good story and thereby become a highly successful online presence and those who simply fade away. She explains how to produce useful and powerful content because “you can't outsource your thought leadership”. We delve into being why being “helpful” is the key to being relevant in a cluttered online space. If you are having trouble identifying your brands “hook” or you don't know if your story feels authentic then you do not want to miss this fascinating discussion about leadership, branding, social media, digital profiles and personal profiles with Valerie Khoo, Founder and CEO of Australia Writers Centre. Digital Leadership Podcast interviews by Doyle Buehler - The Digital Entrepreneur http://www.twitter.com/doylebuehler https://au.linkedin.com/in/doylebuehler For speaking engagements and interview requests for digital strategy, social media and online marketing, please email: doyle@thedigitaldelusion.com More details on each digital strategy podcast episode available here: http://www.thedigitaldelusion.com/podcast Join the discussion of digital strategy, leadership and marketing online on our Facebook Exclusive Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineinnercircle/ Get a copy of the international best seller - The Digital Delusion -www.thedigitaldelusion.com/3 or on Amazon: http://amzn.to/1V819mQ Take the Digital Leadership Quiz: http://www.leadership.digital www.thedigitaldelusion.com (C) 2016 Doyle Buehler

Every company = a Media company. If you're not telling brand stories that impact consumers, you'll run the risk of losing ground in your market. Valerie Khoo shares the eight stories you must tell. ThinkLikeAJournalist.com See the show notes.

In this episode, I speak with Valerie Khoo about the role of storytelling in business marketing. Valerie is the founder and CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre, and author of Power Stories – 8 Stories You MUST Tell to Build an Epic Business. She also hosts two podcasts and is a keynote speaker. In this episode, you'll hear what makes ...   Read more... This article is copyright ©  Dr Jesse Green The post 25. Marketing Your Practice Using Stories with Valerie Khoo appeared first on Dr Jesse Green.

In this episode I speak with Valerie Khoo about the role of storytelling in business marketing. Valerie is the founder and CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre. She's also the author of Power Stories - 8 Stories You MUST tell to build an epic business, hosts two podcasts and is a journalist and keynote speaker. In this episode, you'll hear what makes a story, how to get into the minds of your readers, and much more.

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Valerie Khoo — Founder Of The Australian Writers Centre On Power Stories (And The 8 Stories You Must Tell)

Valerie Khoo is an author, speaker and multi-passionate entrepreneur with several growing businesses under her belt. She is a prolific content creator who has steadily built her public profile over a period of years by personally engaging with her online community, not to mention adding value in the form of words (blog posts), audio (podcasting) and video. I regard Valerie as one of the best content marketers in Australia. Not only that, she also leverages social media brilliantly for her business – the Australian Writers' Centre – as well as for her personal brand. Getting the balance right between business brand and personal brand is difficult; indeed, it's an issue many professionals entrepreneurs face and grapple with. Another issue professionals face when it comes to ‘putting themselves out there' on social media is managing one's professional versus private self on social media.

This week we chat with Valerie Khoo. Valerie is a well-known Australian author, founder and National Director of the Australian Writer's Centre, journalist, keynote speaker and host of not one but two podcasts (So you want to be a writer, with Allison Tate and So you want to be a photographer, with Gina Milica). Tune in to learn: When Valerie began to consider writing a viable career choice What let her to create the Australian Writer's Centre Valerie's advice on dealing with failure Valerie's big tips to new (and seasoned) copywriters Share the pod love! If you like what you're hearing on Hot Copy, the best way to support the show is to take just a few seconds to leave a rating and / or comment over on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks! Find Valerie at: Valerie Khoo's website Australian Writer's Centre Valerie on Facebook Valerie on Google Plus Valerie on LinkedIn Valerie on Twitter Valerie on Facebook Valerie on Instagram

Valerie Khoo  is an author, speaker and multi-passionate entrepreneur with several growing businesses under her belt. She is a prolific content creator who has steadily built her public profile over a period of years by personally engaging with her online community, not to mention adding value in the form of words (blog posts), audio (podcasting) and video. I regard Valerie as ... Read More The post 14. So you want to write blogs, shoot videos, and record podcasts with Valerie Khoo appeared first on We Are Podcast.

As a therapist, writing can be a powerful and effective way to help you build an online profile that can lead to increased exposure for your business, requests for media interviews and new clients inquiries. Writing can be in the form of magazine articles, blogging, guest blogging, copywriting on your website or newspaper articles. All these avenues help you establish yourself as an authority in your niche and the ‘go-to' expert for the clients you work with. If you're a therapist who is not sharing your knowledge and expertise through writing, you could be missing out on valuable opportunities for growing your business. Valerie Khoo is a journalist and author who is the founder of the Australian Writers' Centre. She has mentored countless writers that have gone on to write for prestigious publications and publish books. In this interview Valerie covers: Why it's important to write as a business owner The different types of writing available to business owners What forms of writing are suitable for therapists How a blog can help serviced-based professionals such as therapists Some of the most common objections people have to writing The benefits that can come from writing for your business How blogging is different from other forms of writing Where to find inspiration for writing and how to collect your ideas

Valerie Khoo is all over the place (in the nicest possible way). She's a prolific publisher and reckons you should be too.

Robert speaks with Valerie Khoo, journo, blogger, founder of the Australian Writers Centre and multiple small business award winner. Valerie shares her views of business awards and why she thinks entering is such a good discipline for business...whether you think you'll win or not.