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| Author: | nkforster [ Wed Sep 28, 2016 2:39 am ] |
| Post subject: | New ebook from OLF sponsor |
Some of you will remember the Luthier Blog, which I ran for about a year. Well during that time I also put together an ebook - its the first in a two parter about making the transition from amateur to professional making and repairing. Much of what is in the ebook is based on real life experiences and observations. I actually wrote it for a coupe of friends in the trade who were really struggling despite both being very able and skilled craftsmen. Once done I realised it could actually help a lot of folk. Not just those who want to make a living, but also those who find their hobby is causing as much stress as it is joy. So, clink the link in the banner ad at the top of the forum! A big chunk of the funds from every copy sold also goes to help support the OLF. There are 156 pages in the ebook, and for £10 (around $13) it's pretty good value for 28 years worth of experience! Here are the chapter headings to give you an idea of what to expect: Somoygi’s advice Artist or businessman? Making a living from lutherie What this book can help you with What it can’t do for you What you can do yourself What to do first Skills this book will help you develop Where are things now? Finances Where are things now? Time Weekly timekeeping diary Timekeeping diary results So now what? Reclaim your time How to reclaim your time Why mornings are important to your business Breaks and errands How to cut down on distractions: The web How to manage web time: “The list” How to use email sensibly How to ruin your day: Forums Smartphones make you stupid How to waste your life: Social media How to use the internet and email for your business effectively The benefits of a web free day How to cut down distractions: Work environment…mess How to tidy the workshop (for those who’ve forgotten or never learned) “But this might come in useful one day” You only get one set of lungs How they do it in Japan Start again, start again, start again How to work less hard and get more done What to do when it all goes wrong What to do when it really all goes wrong Being realistic and setting achievable goals Remember the options “But the mess is part of who I am…” How to cut down on distractions: People How to deal with customers The #1 pitfall: “Guitar talk” How to deal with difficult situations The ideal repairer pickup/drop off routine More energy sinks Who gets “mates rates”? Sometimes it’s wise to say “no” When it turns into a bigger job than you thought: six common scenarios How to learn from your mistakes Conclusion: Gradual change Nigel http://www.nkforsterguitars.com/books/ |
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| Author: | Colin North [ Wed Sep 28, 2016 2:47 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New ebook from OLF sponsor |
Well done on the sponsorship Nigel! Judging from the chapter headings, I really need this book! I'm in. Any idea when the second part may be out? |
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| Author: | nkforster [ Wed Sep 28, 2016 3:06 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New ebook from OLF sponsor |
Colin North wrote: Well done on the sponsorship Nigel! Judging from the chapter headings, I really need this book! I'm in. Any idea when the second part may be out? Well, I wanted to see how well the first part would sell and it's going well already. So I made a start. It's about marketing and selling. Without a budget! I plan to head off to India for a month soon so that'll be a good time to put it all together. In the meantime I plan to release The Luthier Blog in ebook format in a couple of weeks. It's been up on Kindle for the last year but the sales have been poor so I took it down. I'll be selling it via the OLF and through my site in a couple of weeks if all goes to plan. I had a look through it all last night, there is a lot of good marketing stuff in there. I was nuts for giving it away for free! nigel http://www.nkforsterguitars.com/books/ |
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| Author: | Colin North [ Wed Sep 28, 2016 3:48 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New ebook from OLF sponsor |
I followed the blog online, had some good stuff and insights. Have a good time in India - I lived there (Delhi based) for a few years early 80's and loved it. Namaste. |
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| Author: | James Orr [ Wed Sep 28, 2016 3:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New ebook from OLF sponsor |
I have both the Luthier Blog book and picked up the latest book this past weekend. Enjoyable, easy reading. |
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| Author: | JSDenvir [ Wed Sep 28, 2016 4:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New ebook from OLF sponsor |
I'm trying to purchase it with my iPad. But I hit "buy now" and just get a new window with the cover of the book. Any suggestions? Thanks Steve |
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| Author: | bcombs510 [ Wed Sep 28, 2016 5:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New ebook from OLF sponsor |
JSDenvir wrote: I'm trying to purchase it with my iPad. But I hit "buy now" and just get a new window with the cover of the book. Any suggestions? Thanks Steve You'll have to use a computer. Don't worry, you can still open the link in the confirmation email and download. The mail should have come from Payhip. Hope that helps. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | Josh H [ Wed Sep 28, 2016 8:29 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New ebook from OLF sponsor |
I purchased Nigel's books and it is full of great tips. A lot of the info is basic business stuff that many of us (like myself) without a business background may not think about. This is especially important for those of use who do this as more then a hobby and need it to make some money. Sometimes it takes an outsider or someone who has already learned these lessons to point out obvious things that need work. Well worth a few $. "Thanks Nigel, I've already started putting some of your tips into action and they work!" Josh |
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| Author: | nkforster [ Thu Sep 29, 2016 12:56 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New ebook from OLF sponsor |
JSDenvir wrote: I'm trying to purchase it with my iPad. But I hit "buy now" and just get a new window with the cover of the book. Any suggestions? Thanks Steve Did you get this sorted Steve? nigel |
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| Author: | nkforster [ Thu Sep 29, 2016 1:06 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New ebook from OLF sponsor |
Josh H wrote: I purchased Nigel's books and it is full of great tips. A lot of the info is basic business stuff that many of us (like myself) without a business background may not think about. This is especially important for those of use who do this as more then a hobby and need it to make some money. Sometimes it takes an outsider or someone who has already learned these lessons to point out obvious things that need work. Well worth a few $. "Thanks Nigel, I've already started putting some of your tips into action and they work!" Josh That's the thing, I've no business background either, the only background I have is guitar making, but for the first 15 years I had a very good teacher - someone who made a decent living where there was almost no market for high end stuff. But things are very different now - there is no shortage of high end stuff out there, and if your work isn't in fashion you're in very much a buyers market. So how we operate - spend our time in the shop, how we deal with folk and how we market and sell really matters. For anyone looking for The Luthier Blog ebook - it was up on Amazon this last year but I've taken it down as I get a much better deal from Payhip. I plan to rerelease it in a week or two. And again, it'll be available through a button on the OLF and a big chunk of the proceeds will go to support the forum. Nigel http://www.nkforsterguitars.com/books/ |
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| Author: | JSDenvir [ Thu Sep 29, 2016 1:23 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New ebook from OLF sponsor |
Got it Brad. Thanks Steve |
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