In this episode, Ray Keating offers Part II of serving up some lessons for entrepreneurs, including authors, courtesy of Peter Drucker, a go-to source for business wisdom and insights.In terms of advancing your career as an author, entrepreneur or author-entrepreneur, you can choose a TO DO List Solution 2020 planner from Ray Keating...THE DISNEY PLANNER 2020: THE TO DO LIST SOLUTION combines a simple, powerful system for getting things done with encouragement and fun for Disney fans, includi...
Jan 31, 2020•12 min
In this episode, Ray Keating offers Part I of serving up some lessons for entrepreneurs, including authors, courtesy of Peter Drucker, a go-to source for business wisdom and insights.In terms of advancing your career as an author, entrepreneur or author-entrepreneur, you can choose a TO DO List Solution 2020 planner from Ray Keating...THE DISNEY PLANNER 2020: THE TO DO LIST SOLUTION combines a simple, powerful system for getting things done with encouragement and fun for Disney fans, includin...
Jan 23, 2020•13 min
In this episode, Ray Keating looks at the issue of age and entrepreneurship, pointing to research that speaks favorably to those pondering a plunge into the entrepreneurial waters during middle age, and that includes the entrepreneurial undertaking of writing books.In terms of advancing your career as an author, entrepreneur or author-entrepreneur, you can choose a TO DO List Solution 2020 planner from Ray Keating...THE DISNEY PLANNER 2020: THE TO DO LIST SOLUTIONcombines a simple, powerful s...
Jan 15, 2020•10 min
In this episode, Ray Keating focuses on key traits that are crossovers for authors and entrepreneurs. Keating wrote a piece not too long ago about important traits needed by entrepreneurs, and it was clear after penning it that those same traits applied to authors, specifically, authors as entrepreneurs. In terms of advancing your career as an author, entrepreneur or author-entrepreneur, you can choose a TO DO List Solution 2020 planner from Ray Keating...THE DISNEY PLANNER 2020: THE TO ...
Jan 10, 2020•12 min
In this episode, Ray Keating talks about one of the great artist-entrepreneurs of the 20thCentury – Bing Crosby. Today, Crosby largely is known for his Christmas tunes and for starring in the film “White Christmas.” But he was much more, i.e., a leading entertainer and entrepreneur. And we certainly can learn from Bing in the 21stCentury.In terms of advancing your career as an author, entrepreneur or author-entrepreneur, you can choose a TO DO List Solution 2020 planner from Ray Keating...THE...
Jan 03, 2020•15 min
In this episode, Ray Keating talks about the importance of managing time and space for authors, entrepreneurs and author-entrepreneurs. He stresses finding the right tool for time management.Keating uses his own TO DO List Solution planners. Check out the following photo, which makes clear how he fully utilized “The Realistic Optimist TO DO List & Calendar 2019,” which was Keating’s first published planner using his TO DO List Solution system. You can choose a TO DO List Solution 202...
Dec 30, 2019•18 min
In this episode, Ray Keating talks about setting up a checklist of to-do items for completion when you’re new novel is published. As an example, he uses his latest novel – DEEP ROUGH: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRANT NOVEL. Please sign up for Ray Keating’s email list at www.raykeatingonline.com/contact and get a free newsletter and information on great savings opportunities.For more information about Ray Keating’s services for authors, including “A Business Plan – An Action Plan – for Your Book,” ...
Oct 24, 2019•11 min
In this episode, Ray Keating talks about the need for authors and entrepreneurs to invest in building their own backyard, while still playing in social media backyards owned by others, like Facebook and YouTube. Keating offers a firsthand example of the potential problems that can occur when playing in someone else’s backyard, and why authors and entrepreneurs need to build their own email lists. Please sign up for Ray Keating’s email list at www.raykeatingonline.com/contact and get...
Oct 16, 2019•4 min
In this episode, Ray Keating notes that increased productivity for an author is fantastic, but it also means being able to better manage time and resources when publishing more than one book in a relatively short period of time.For more information about Ray Keating’s services for authors, including “A Business Plan – An Action Plan – for Your Book,” go to https://raykeatingonline.com/t/authorsandentrepreneurs. All of Keating’s books are available at Amazon.com and at raykeatingonline.co...
Sep 17, 2019•10 min
In this episode, Ray Keating talks about why he thinks boosting Facebook posts can be a very valuable marketing tool to reach readers. Keating notes that with a Facebook post, you can engage readers as readers.For more information about Ray Keating’s services for authors, including “A Business Plan – An Action Plan – for Your Book,” go to https://raykeatingonline.com/t/authorsandentrepreneurs. All of Keating’s books are available at Amazon.com and at raykeatingonline.com, including his n...
Aug 26, 2019•6 min
In this episode, Ray Keating looks at some tips for startup entrepreneurs that pertain to authors as well. Specifically, he applies five startup tips to being an author. Keating also says that he’s going to keep these tips to five minutes, but he winds up going twice as long.In this episode, Ray mentions writing a piece titled “Key Tips: Starting a Business.”For more information about Ray Keating’s services for authors, including “A Business Plan – An Action Plan – for Your Book,” go to https...
Jul 30, 2019•10 min
Ray Keating has a little fun with a thought that recently crossed his mind about being a writer and a reader, and why either of those interests should naturally lead to being a sports fan as well. Indeed, Keating makes clear the parallels between writing or reading a good story, and watching one unfold on the field of play.For more information about Ray Keating’s services for authors, including “A Business Plan – An Action Plan – for Your Book,” go to https://raykeatingonline.com/t/authorsand...
Jun 13, 2019•8 min
Ray Keating explains why you need another set of eye to take a close, critical look at your book or other writing project. But it is critical to get someone who you can trust to produce constructive feedback and ideas. After all, everybody has an opinion and most are quite willing to tell you what they think, but is their feedback based on experience and is it constructive? Keating goes on to explain that he now provides manuscript assessment and feedback for authors, offering thorough though...
May 10, 2019•5 min
Noting that authors are entrepreneurs, Ray Keating makes the case that authors need a business plan – an action plan – for each of their books. Without such a plan, authors are simply missing out on opportunities. Keating goes on to explain the service he now offers to produce a business plan – again, an action plan – for authors.For more information about Ray Keating’s services for authors, including “A Business Plan – An Action Plan – for Your Book,” go to https://raykeatingonline.com/t/aut...
May 07, 2019•6 min
Ray Keating revisits the issue of finding time for writing. In just 5 minutes, Ray Keating serves up some additional ideas or thoughts on writers finding more time to write.As for Ray Keating’s books, THE REALISTIC OPTIMIST TO DO LIST & CALENDAR 2019 is available at Amazon.comand signed copies at www.raykeatingonline.com. For good measure, his Pastor Stephen Grant novels and short stories are available in paperback or for the Kindle at Amazon.com, and signed books at www.raykeatingonline....
Mar 25, 2019•4 min
Like many writers, Ray Keating has to work to find or create time for writing his novels. That, of course, can be a challenge. In just 5 minutes, Ray Keating discusses some ideas or rules for writers to create more time to write.As for Ray Keating’s books, THE REALISTIC OPTIMIST TO DO LIST & CALENDAR 2019 is available at Amazon.comand signed copies at www.raykeatingonline.com. For good measure, his Pastor Stephen Grant novels and short stories are available in paperback or for the Kindle ...
Mar 16, 2019•5 min
Given on-demand publishing and ebooks, there’s no reason to let your books die. In just 5 minutes, Ray Keating serves up some thoughts on how author-entrepreneurs can work to get new readers for older books. As for Ray Keating’s books, THE REALISTIC OPTIMIST TO DO LIST & CALENDAR 2019 is available at Amazon.comand signed copies at www.raykeatingonline.com. For good measure, his Pastor Stephen Grant novels and short stories are available in paperback or for the Kindle at Amazon.com, a...
Feb 22, 2019•6 min
In response to an article raising issues about the quality of Christian movies, Ray Keating serves up some thoughts regarding Christian movies and fiction. Keating wonders if rather than claiming a specific genre, perhaps Christians should simply strive to be the best storytellers they can be – in film, in writing mysteries, thrillers, sci-fi, or whatever – with their work informed and undergirded by their Christianity.As for Ray Keating’s books, THE REALISTIC OPTIMIST TO DO LIST & CALEND...
Jan 16, 2019•21 min
Ray Keating touches on an assortment of reminders for writer entrepreneurs in order to help make 2019 a productive and creative year. As for Ray Keating’s books, THE REALISTIC OPTIMIST TO DO LIST & CALENDAR 2019 is available at Amazon.comand signed copies at www.raykeatingonline.com. For good measure, his Pastor Stephen Grant novels and short stories are available in paperback or for the Kindle at Amazon.com, and signed books at www.raykeatingonline.com. In addition, check out Ray’s ...
Jan 09, 2019•21 min
Ray Keating makes the case that writers should explore new genres of writing as new opportunities. He talks about his own experiences of writing in different arenas, and argues that genre choices should be based on your passions, interests, expertise, experience, imagination, and market assessment. While you need to read, research and learn, don’t get bogged down in preparation. Give yourself a time limit on researching, and then take the plunge.As for Ray Keating’s books, THE REALISTIC OPTIM...
Jan 03, 2019•27 min
Ray Keating talks with Pastor Tyrel Bramwell about his two new books – COME IN, WE ARE CLOSED and THE WORLD OF THE WAZZLEWOODS (A FERN & DALE FAIRY TALE BOOK 1) – his writing process, and interesting strategies for collaborating and getting the word out about these wonderful tomes. His books are available at Amazon.com and at TyrelBramwell.com.As for Ray Keating’s books, THE REALISTIC OPTIMIST TO DO LIST & CALENDAR 2019 is available at Amazon.com and signed copies at www.raykeati...
Dec 21, 2018•56 min
What should you give the readers on your Christmas list? Ray Keating provides a varied list of book recommendations. The titles and links to the books Ray recommends, as well as links to relevant articles and Authors and Entrepreneurs episodes can be found at https://pastorstephengrant.blogspot.com/2018/12/links-to-books-recommended-for.html.
Dec 13, 2018•28 min
A salute to and reflections on Stan “The Man” Lee. Ray Keating talks about the late Stan Lee as an author and entrepreneur; his impact on our culture; the debate over Lee’s legacy between Bill Maher and a piece from National Review; and the lessons Lee offers to fellow writers and entrepreneurs.THE REALISTIC OPTIMIST TO DO LIST & CALENDAR 2019 is available at Amazon.com and signed copies at www.raykeatingonline.com. For good measure, Keating’s latest novel is REAGAN COUNTRY: A PASTOR STEP...
Nov 21, 2018•30 min
Ray Keating talks about being a realistic optimist, using to do lists, and why he has combined these in a new book/tool titled THE REALISTIC OPTIMIST TO DO LIST & CALENDAR 2019.THE REALISTIC OPTIMIST TO DO LIST & CALENDAR 2019 is available at Amazon.com and signed copies at www.raykeatingonline.com. For good measure, Keating’s latest novel is REAGAN COUNTRY: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRANT NOVEL, which is available in paperback or for the Kindle at Amazon.com, and signed books at www.raykeatin...
Oct 17, 2018•20 min
Ray Keating evaluates an assortment of marketing freebies and merch. What makes sense, and what doesn’t? Specifically, he looks at 10 options, including business cards, magnets, shirts, bookmarks, rack cards and much more.Keating’s latest novel is REAGAN COUNTRY: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRANT NOVEL. You can buy REAGAN COUNTRY in paperback or for the Kindle at Amazon.com, and signed books at www.raykeatingonline.com. In addition, Keating’s first short story – HEROES AND VILLAINS: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRA...
Oct 12, 2018•20 min
Ray Keating interviews author Mary Moerbe, who not only pens her own books but uses her blog - Meet, Write, & Salutary – to encourage others to write. Mary is incredibly busy, but she finds a way to write and spur others to do so as well. Visit her website at www.maryjmoerbe.com. Keating’s new novel is REAGAN COUNTRY: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRANT NOVEL. You can buy REAGAN COUNTRY in paperback or for the Kindle at Amazon.com, and signed books at www.raykeatingonline.com. In addition, Keating’s f...
Aug 09, 2018•42 min
Ray Keating touches on some key points to ponder when it comes to starting a new venture – whether it be a website, a book or other business – using his new media site DisneyBizJournal.com as an example.Keating’s new novel is REAGAN COUNTRY: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRANT NOVEL. You can buy REAGAN COUNTRY in paperback or for the Kindle at Amazon.com, and signed books at www.raykeatingonline.com. In addition, Keating’s first short story – HEROES AND VILLAINS: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRANT SHORT STORY – also ...
Jul 25, 2018•17 min
Ray Keating asks: Are you too comfortable? If so, that can be deadly for authors, entrepreneurs and author-entrepreneurs. Keating suggests ways to embrace feeling uncomfortable. He argues that it’s vital to escape the comfort zone in order to spur creativity and seize opportunity.Keating’s new novel is REAGAN COUNTRY: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRANT NOVEL. You can buy REAGAN COUNTRY in paperback or for the Kindle at Amazon.com, and signed books at www.raykeatingonline.com. In addition, Keating’s first...
Jul 20, 2018•21 min
Ray Keating takes listeners along for one of his personal brainstorming sessions. Right now, he is wrestling with how to start up and run a blog that will actually make some money.Keating’s new book is REAGAN COUNTRY: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRANT NOVEL. You can buy REAGAN COUNTRY in paperback or for the Kindle at Amazon.com, and signed books at www.raykeatingonline.com. In addition, Keating’s first short story – HEROES AND VILLAINS: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRANT SHORT STORY – can be pre-ordered for the Ki...
Jun 29, 2018•33 min
Ray Keating talks about trends in the book industry, and what that means for readers, authors and entrepreneurs. There are challenges and opportunities, and it’s all about hard, but enjoyable work in the end.Keating’s new book is REAGAN COUNTRY: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRANT NOVEL. You can buy REAGAN COUNTRY in paperback or for the Kindle at Amazon.com, and signed books at www.raykeatingonline.com. In addition, Keating’s first short story – HEROES AND VILLAINS: A PASTOR STEPHEN GRANT SHORT STORY – c...
Jun 19, 2018•20 min
