Confessions of Shameless Self Promoters

I understand the there actually is a science of self-promotion, could you explain that more?

There are a number of other marketing gurus shared strategies and tips in the book, could you tell me about some of the famous contributors?

You Cannot – Not Market

If people don’t feel comfortable actively marketing themselves, what are some tips to help them feel more comfortable making this work for them?

Gutsy Marketing for the Shameless

I know that along with all the brilliant marketing ideas, there are also some fun stories along the way. Could you share one of your favorite “gutsy” stories from your contributors?

Building Strategic Alliances, Networking and Referrals

What has been one of your best marketing strategies to build your professional speaking business?

Feature Your Expertise

Share some no cost or low cost ideas that people can use to increase their exposure and take their expertise to another level of success? (Apply and win awards – create a national event)

YOU – Building Your Unique Brand Recognition

Everyone talks about “branding” these days. Why and how is that important to promoting yourself and your business today?

Delivering Shamelessly Thru the Mail

Could you share some easy ideas on how to promote yourself and your business with direct mail? (Postcards and things that go bump in the mail)

Shameless Marketing on the Web

I know that you have really embraced the latest technology because you have such a great website for your speaking business and your book. Can you share some effective electronic marketing strategies with our listeners that have worked for you?

Confessions of Shameless Self Promoters™ is packed with a wealth of information and shamefully successful marketing secrets. This unique book includes fun stories and proven strategies by 68 of the top marketing gurus in the nation. They provide secrets to success and a marketing plan that will teach anyone how to promote themselves and their business to another level of success. Winner of the 2003 Glyph Award for “Best Marketing Plan” and honorable mention for “Best Business/Career Book” by Arizona Book Publishing Association

Business owners/managers, entrepreneurs, authors, speakers, salespeople, marketing executives, PR and anyone that wants to successfully promote

Debbie Allen is too modest with the title of her book, which should be, Confessions of Shameless, Sensible, Successful and Solid Self-Promoters. Every page offers enlightenment, served up with warmth and humanity. The lessons she imparts should be mandatory education for entrepreneurs. I give Debbie a shameless and enthusiastic high five!"

I wanted to contribute to this book because I think everybody that has something they love and are passionate about should be a shameless self promoter. I have been a shameless self promoter in everything I believe in. If you are ready to be a superstar you need to be a superstar self promoter. To be leading edge you must be shameless. This book will show you how.

Confessions of Shameless Self Promoters is definitely the Self Promoters Bible! What an incredible gathering of creative ideas! Hundreds of marketing secrets shamelessly shared. A must-read!

- Larry James, Professional Speaker/Author, "How to Really Love the One You're With!"

Five stars for Confessions of Shameless Self Promoters! Debbie Allen did us all a big favor...she collected fascinating stories that not only entertain, but also provide great insight and know how so you too can be a shameless promoter!
- Raleigh Pinskey, author of “101 Ways To Promote Yourself”

As a successful entrepreneur, Debbie has built and sold numerous companies. Debbie is an international business speaker and has presented to thousands of people in ten countries around the world.

Debbie is the author of five books including her award winning, Confessions of Shameless Self Promoters ™ and Skyrocketing Sales. Debbie is the recipient of the National Chamber of Commerce Blue Chip Enterprise Award for overcoming business obstacles and achieving fast business growth. She is also the founder and known expert for Self-Promotion Month (October) and Business Image Improvement Month (May).

Debbie is the past president of the National Speakers Association Arizona and has been featured in the Who’s Who of Marketing Experts. She is a frequent guest on dozens of radio talk shows and TV shows throughout the U.S. and Canada and has even survived a live radio show with famous shock jock, Howard Stern. Her expertise has been featured in dozens of publications including Entrepreneur, Selling Power, and Sales & Marketing Excellence.