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release 101
Ways to Get Your Foot in the Door
For Immediate Release
Success
Strategies Guaranteed to Put You
Miles Ahead of the Competition
Contact: Kathleen Gage By
Kathleen Gage, Lori Giovannoni, Hydee Willis 541.654.0426
And Karianne Marcum
ISBN 0-9658159-1-9 "101
Ways to Get Your Foot in the Door" December
2, 2004 - Salt Lake City, Utah — Two
minds are better than one and four are flat out "SCREAMING
CREATIVITY." Proof is in the
pudding with the newest release by Maxwell Publishing of “101 Ways to
Get Your Foot in the Door.” Written
by award winning business owners Kathleen Gage, Lori Giovannoni, Hydee Willis
and Karianne Marcum “101 Ways” is sure to be a favorite among anyone in
sales, marketing or promotions. As
unique as this one-of-a-kind sales and marketing book is the method in which it
was introduced to the market is even more unique. The four authors rolled out
the book at a special presentation on December 2, 2004 in Sandy, Utah that was
offered to anyone who bought the book sight unseen prior to publication. Presenting to a capacity crowd, Kathleen Gage, Lori
Giovannoni, Hydee Willis and Karianne Marcum shared strategies and insights from
their book that had the audience laughing, thinking and ready to take action on
increasing their sales. With
over 100 years
of sales and marketing knowledge between the four authors each proved that
utilizing creative marketing and sales strategies to stay visible to your market
is alive and well. With the creation, development and rollout of their book they
were able to show others how they “walk their talk.” The
synergy between the authors is a result of four women collaborating to share
markets,expand service and offer a unique product 101
Ways to Get Your Foot in the Door was
created to enhance anyone’s ability to create fun, creative and unique
opportunities to get in front of prospects and clients. The ideas in the book
run the gamut from simple to elaborate. Not only are these ideas effective for
one-person companies, they work perfectly for any size organization. Designed
for those who are looking for ideas on how to get a “leg up” on the
competition. This book is perfect for anyone who sells professionally, owns a
business, attends tradeshows or is concerned about attracting new business and
retaining current customers. Readers
will learn how to utilize a variety of ideas to increase their sales and also to
increase the sales of their clients. Novices
and experienced sales reps will benefit from this powerhouse teams’ new ideas
for getting in front of prospects. ### Note: All four authors are available for interviews. Full press kits available upon request. Contact Kathleen Gage at 541.654.0426 or kathleen@kathleengage.com
news
release
news release 101
Ways to Get Your Foot in the Door
For Immediate Release
Success
Strategies Guaranteed to Put You
Miles Ahead of the Competition
Contact:
Kathleen Gage By Kathleen Gage, Lori Giovannoni, Hydee Willis 541.654.0426 And
Karianne Marcum ISBN 0-9658159-1-9 4
Successful Utah Business Women Co Author
“101
Ways to Get Your Foot in the Door”
9
July 2004 - Salt Lake City, Utah — Maxwell Publishing today announced an
October release date of the book entitled, 101 Ways to Get Your Foot in the
Door; Success Strategies Guaranteed to Put You Miles Ahead of the Competition.
101
Ways to Get Your Foot in the Door is the latest release by nationally known
speakers, authors and business advisors Lori Giovannoni and Kathleen Gage.
Joined by Hydee Willis, and Karianne Marcum, award-winning entrepreneurs and
owners of Creative Expressions, Inc., Lori and Kathleen are pleased to announce
the release of this latest in a series of successful books.
These 4 dynamic women are out to light a fire under this nations
marketing ability. 101
Ways to Get Your Foot in the Door was
created to enhance anyone’s ability to create fun, creative and unique
opportunities to get in front of prospects and clients. The ideas in the book
run the gamut from simple to elaborate. Not only are these ideas effective for
one-person companies, they work perfectly for any size organization. Designed
for those who are looking for ideas on how to get a “leg up” on the
competition. This book is perfect for anyone who sells professionally, owns a
business, attends tradeshows or is concerned about attracting new business and
retaining current customers.
Readers
will learn how to utilize a variety of ideas to increase their sales and also to
increase the sales of their clients. Novices
and experienced sales reps will benefit from this powerhouse teams’ new ideas
for getting in front of prospects. About
the Authors Kathleen
Gage, President of Turning Point, Inc., is an award
winning business advisor and a highly sought after inspirational speaker.
Kathleen’s most recent award is Giant Step Award for 2004 from the Salt Lake
Area Chamber of Commerce and the Department of Workforce Services of Utah
for business innovation and success. Kathleen
is the author of several books and multi media programs including Message
of Hope, Inspirational Thoughts for Uncertain Times; Workplace
Miracles and Street Smarts Marketing and Promotions. She
has traveled throughout the world lecturing in both the public and private
sector in areas of marketing and promotions, event development, leadership,
public relations, sales, achievement and much more. Kathleen Gage has a unique
style for marketing which she willingly teaches others. She has dedicated her
life to assisting others in creating a better quality of life through common
sense, a commitment to self, spirituality, and the right attitude. Lori
Giovannoni, President of LGA, Inc., is an award winning author, business
owner and keynote speaker. Lori is the author of Success Redefined - Notes
to a Working Woman; Workplace Miracles, Presentations for Profit and
Earn More than Ever Before. A skilled communicator with a strong
background in sales, Lori has lectured internationally sharing the platform with
senators, congressmen and other notables.. She has an usually clear
understanding of the personal and professional issues facing sales professionals
today and has the unique ability to articulate them with striking effectiveness.
Lori is a business advisor to numerous organizations throughout the country. As
a top producer in her industry, Lori has refined key principles that can take
virtually anyone from an average sales person, manager or business owner to an
extraordinary performer in their chosen endeavors. Lori is the recipient of the
2001 Athena award, a highly coveted honor for women of leadership and
achievement. Hydee Willis, owner and President of Creative Expressions, Inc., began this woman owned and operated corporation over 22 years ago. With a strong drive to succeed, Ms. Willis has grown the organization from a home based business located in her basement utilizing a single head embroidery machine to a company that employs over 50 people with revenues exceeding $4 million. Hydee
Willis has extensive leadership & speaking experience. She has been a mentor
in the Governor of Utah’s first ever “Women in Business” mentor program.
She has been an active member and past president of National Association of
Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Utah Chapter, member of the Utah Micro Loan Fund
Committee, Chamber of Commerce Women’s Business Center Advisory Board and
Board of Directors of the Utah State office of Childcare. Hydee
Willis prides herself on being innovative and leading edge in the way she runs
her business. As one of the first companies in the Salt Lake Valley to offer
onsite day care to her workers, Hydee enjoys a loyalty from her workforce that
is a model for many. With an extensive background in the corporate identity
imprinted premium gifts and trade shows, Hydee Willis is the recipient of
numerous business and leadership awards Karianne
Marcum, Owner and Vice President of
Operations for Creative Expressions, Inc., has been instrumental in positioning
Creative Expressions as a leader in the Advertising Specialty and Apparel
Industry.
With over 16 years of sales experience, Karianne oversees the
organizational workings of Creative Expressions. Karianne has a keen sense of
marketplace trends within the industry. Bringing a unique understanding of
computer technology to the mix, Karianne developed and implemented web-based
online stores for Creative Expressions’ clients. With the 50 employees at
Creative Expressions and a sales team of seven, Karianne instills strong values
of customer loyalty through relationship building, fun and creativity in the
sales process. It is because of this, Creative Expressions continues to maintain
a strong position within the marketplace. -end- Note: All four authors are available for interviews. Review copies, and book/author photos available on request. Contact Kathleen Gage at 541.654.0426 or kathleen@kathleengage.com
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