Ann Douglas is back by popular demand! We first met her in Episode 90, where she talked about "parenting through the storm". Coincidentally, that is the title of one the more than 25 books Ann has authored!

This time Ann is here to help guide us through the process of writing and publishing our own book! This interview was so juicy we had to split it into 2 parts, so enjoy Part 1, and be sure to subscribe for Part 2!

Where to find Ann: www.anndouglas.net

Ann's book Parenting Through the Storm on Amazon...

Ann's book Happy Parents, Happy Kids on Amazon...

Show notes: www.elaineskitchentable.com/108

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Elaine's company Easy Daysies:

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This episode we are taking a quick break from the "Mom Makers" series to talk about something almost all Mom Maker businesses can leverage for their business - Instagram!

My guest is Shannon Cox, marketing professor at Douglas College, and we talk about the latest tips and trends for small business Instagram users.

Connect with Shannon:

• Website: http://incisivemarketing.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonbloomfieldcox

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• Instagram: @elainetancomeau
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/
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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine

Get a free chapter from Elaine’s book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/

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Join us for a free master class in marketing from the CEO of one of the fastest growing companies in North America! Ashley may surprise you with what she has to say about reaching out to potential clients.

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• Website: https://smashtess.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smashtess
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afreeborn

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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine

Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/

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Buckle your seat belt, Ashley Freeborn, co-founder of Smash + Tess (insanely comfortable clothing, insanely growing company), tells her story of going from high school teacher to romper queen. Like many success stories, it was not carefully planned - Ashley and her company went where their customers rewarded them for going. There are so many great business and life lessons jam packed into this episode!

Connect with Ashley:

• Website: https://smashtess.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smashtess

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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine

Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/

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Why do female-owned businesses in many industries statistically survive longer? Perhaps more women know what is at the heart of their business - why they do what they do, and what the purpose of their business is. If you know the H.E.A.R.T. of your business, you will help more people, and your business will grow!

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• Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com
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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine

Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/

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Join Cinders as she takes us through her financial literacy book series for children!

We also talk about the business of publishing, mental health, and more. Grab a coffee and join us!

Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable/179

Connect with Cinders:

• Website: https://moneybunnies.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneybunnies.co/
• Books: Money Bunnies Books

Connect with Elaine:

• Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/
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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine

Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/

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Mary Purcaro is the Founder and CEO of Cuddlecloth® and Cuddlepet®, bath towels designed for safety. Mary shares how perseverance and the love of learning keep you going when things are good or bad in business. Are you thinking about patenting, listen as Mary share how and why she has three patents!

Connect with Elaine:

• Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com
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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/
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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine

Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/

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Shoveling dirt at the age of nine was his first job helping others and where Mike learned to "show up and be committed". Learn to avoid these top 3 mistakes small businesses make when it comes to protecting themselves.

Connect with Elaine:

• Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com
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Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/

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