Top Highlights

• You may have heard of the term servant leadership—a philosophy whose main goal is for leaders to serve those they lead. Not all leaders are servant leaders, of course. But wouldn’t you rather work for someone who embraced that principle? This book is about servant authorship—serving the needs of your core readers.
• I’m writing this book with the hope of inspiring people like you—people who have an idea they want to share, who have valuable experiences and insights, or who have a contribution to make through writing.
• This book offers a guide to the entire process, from crystallizing your concept and envisioning the end result to expanding your message beyond the book.
• Part One, The Difference You Make: Before you write a single word of your draft, you’ll need to get past your inner gatekeepers. As you decide on your larger purpose, you will clarify your objectives, explore your expertise, and gain confidence in your authority as a writer.
• Part Two, Make Your Plan: As you plan, research, and prepare to write, revisit your broader purpose to guide decisions about what belongs in the book and what doesn’t, and where to extend your expertise through research.