I realized that I fell short on explaining my blog and my motivation to taking this class. Several years ago s friend suggested I turn my passion and "mini" consulting into a business around developing and sustaining Mother Daughter Book Clubs.
I have been involved in Book Clubs long before Oprah (yes, I'm a "mature" student) but the one I did with my daughter was truly thrilling. I have already started a blog….One of our instructors Tracy Petrucci got me started so rather than repeat all the information there, I will continue….
http://literary-journeys.blogspot.com/p/start-chapter.html
I have not kept up with posting, not because I didn't understand the mechanics (I now understand many but not all) but because I didn't follow a detailed comprehensive game plan about how to integrate all the social media to launch my business. I have written several business plans but now need to consulate and re-evaluate. My business will be both service-oriented (my consulting fee for teaching other mothers how to start and most importantly sustain a Mother Daughter Book Club), "product based" (I could do an "ebook" or mini pamphlets on different aspects of running a Mother Daughter Book Club. (I do have a 7000 word "manual" I have written that is just "standing by" waiting for me to decide how to use the text. Further, by building a list, I can (big dream) attract some advertising dollars and have some "click through" regarding books I recommend. I would like to be the "go to" place for Mother Daughter Book Clubs. In addition, I have ideas for trips (see my blog, link above) based on books…as in the one on my blog, "Chicago Comes Alive…." This trip could be "live" or virtual.
Can I do it? I still trying….this class is my last attempt at making it work!
Hi Iris,
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I read your post and I have to commend you for coming up with such a great idea and doing what it takes to bring it forward to the world!! It is a really unique and lovely idea, especially in a world where books seem to be going out of style due to technology (e.g. kids being glued to iPads). I think this is a wonderful way for moms to connect with their daughters, and your manual takes away the intimidation of "starting" on their own, especially with most moms having such a busy schedule. I am really excited to be in a group with you this semester and I can't wait to see how your business starts to unfold. I will definitely be referring you out to people I know who would be interested. Let me know if/when you have a website established or are ready to share the information to the world!!
Angie
WOW Angie…thank you for your enthusiasm. This is my passion…from personal experience and the experience of other mothers and daughters who I have helped to start and most importantly sustain a Mother Daughter Book Club, it is amazing. I know the market is here in San Diego and beyond….I have started a blog before but have not kept up with it as I did not have a coordinated plan. I have committed a major "faux paux" as I have not written on it consistently. Every day I think about a post or article I could do on Facebook but then I am unsure as I need that roadmap. I will send the link following this post….I am looking for women with daughters between the ages of 7 and 12. (The book clubs though run by age/grade level, not mixed.) I would come and do an introductory talk "gratis" but then I charge for the 2 hour consult and two subsequent follow-up visits. I do not "take over" the book clubs as it is the "magic" of mothers and daughters working together that makes it work. If yo have a moment take a look…the link follows….
ReplyDeleteHi again Angie…
ReplyDeleteThe blog link is "hot" above but I can't seem to replicate it….perhaps Claudia or Tracy can tell me why? Anyway it is the "Further Explanation of My Blog" section.