😮‍💨 If you've been thinking about writing a business book but aren't sure how to turn your ideas into authority, you're in the right place.

You already have the knowledge. What you're missing is a clear path from what's in your head to a published book that positions you as the go-to expert in your field.

Most professionals struggle because
• They have too many ideas and no structure
• They don't have time to write from scratch
• Self-publishing feels confusing
• They don't know how to use their book to attract clients

That's exactly what I help with.

📘 WHAT I DO

I help experts, consultants, and coaches turn what they already know into a published business book that builds authority, visibility, and client trust.

This isn't just about becoming an author. 

It's about becoming the obvious expert in your market.

🎯 THE EASY PEASY APPROACH

My Easy Peasy system removes overwhelm by focusing on what you already have.

I can
• Turn your existing content into a clear book structure
• Extract your expertise through guided interviews
• Walk you through writing and self-publishing
• Handle layout and typesetting
• Help you get your book live on Amazon
• Create a LinkedIn-based visibility plan so your book attracts the right readers

You don't have to do this alone.

💬 WHY I DO THIS

It took me twenty one years to write and publish my first book. I know how frustrating it is to have the knowledge but not the roadmap.

I’m not a publishing executive turned coach. I’m an author turned guide. I’ve been through the process myself, so my clients never have to go it alone.

Today, I’m a five time business book author, podcast host, and visibility strategist who’s helped hundreds of professionals grow their credibility and reach.

Everything I teach is designed to make the journey from expert to author to authority feel achievable.

📩 YOUR NEXT STEP

If writing a business book is on your radar, whether you are just getting started or already have a messy draft, message me on LinkedIn.

We can talk about your ideas and goals. No pressure. Just clarity.

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A BIT ABOUT ME

🌏 Citizen of four countries with a global heart 🇨🇦 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 🇮🇱

📚 Lifelong lover of business books and the people who write them

👩🏻‍💻 Digital nomad currently working remotely from San Antonio, TX 🤠

🫖 Powered by tea… ideally with biscuits on the side 🍪

🎯 INFJ who believes everyone has a book inside them

🐾 Dachshund lover and former rescue mom to two pups who stole my heart ❤️

Gillian Whitney

⏰ Reminder to Attend: LinkedIn Live Book Launch Party!

The celebration is just days away! Join us as we launch "The Butterfly Strategy: Transform Online Connections Into Community and Clients" by Val Roskens Tews.

🦋 What This Book Offers: 

✅ Heart-centered approach to LinkedIn visibility 
✅ The proven 3 Cs method for authentic connection 
✅ Strategies to stop performing and start connecting 
✅ Ways to build genuine business relationships 
✅ Guidance for becoming consistently visible as yourself

About the Author: Val Roskens Tews is a first-time author and content writer who believes in the quiet power of kindness. She created The Butterfly Strategy to help people find their courage and voice online because she knows what it's like to feel uncomfortable talking about yourself.

🗓️ Monday, February 16, 2026 
🕐 1pm EST | 12pm CST | 11am MST | 10am PST 
📍 Live on LinkedIn

🔗 Click the link to attend: https://lnkd.in/gKBqTGrB


Let's celebrate Val's achievement together!

Business Book Coach & Author Visibility Strategist ⭐️ I help experts turn ideas into a business book so they can build authority & attract clients 📚 5x Author & Podcast Host

Annette Richmond

You don't have to dread creating video.  

Most consultants and entrepreneurs I meet tell me video feels overwhelming before they even hit record.

If planning, recording, or just figuring out what to post leaves you stuck . . . your visibility suffers.

And while you’re overthinking or avoiding the camera, your competitors are showing up.

Not because they’re better than you.
Because they’ve built a system that works.

That’s where I come in.

I’m a former magazine writer turned entrepreneur, who went from camera-shy to helping professionals stop hating video.

People often tell me I make video feel accessible, and that’s exactly my goal: to make it simple enough that you actually get it done

Here’s how my 5-Part Framework works for you in real life:

↳ Spot everyday moments you can turn into videos
↳ Record with confidence, no fancy equipment required
↳ Create engaging videos that build trust with potential clients
↳ Capture and batch ideas so you’re never staring at a blank screen
↳ Stop worrying about how you look, and focus on helping your audience

Through 1:1 coaching, done-with-you support, done-for-you services, and training, I help you:

✔ Get more confident on camera
✔ Simplify creation with B-roll and templates
✔ Build repeatable systems for video and content
✔ Save time with AI tools that make the process easier
✔ Show up consistently without the stress holding you back

If you’ve been avoiding video or posting consistently feels impossible, we can build a simple system you can actually stick with.

At the end of the day, my goal is simple: to help you see video as just something you do, not a chore you dread.

And when you need a speaker, I've given presentations about video and content strategy at conferences around the US. This fall, I’ll be speaking at the Association for Talent Development Regional Conference in MA.
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BEHIND THE SCENES

I live in Metro NYC, where Broadway (I’ve been lucky to see Denzel Washington twice) is just a train ride away.

📚 I’ve been fascinated by storytelling since childhood—reading under the covers with a flashlight, then writing, directing, and producing my college news magazine.

When I’m not working, you’ll find me watching movies or hanging out with my Black Dog Marketing Strategies team, Katie and Emma 🐾🐾

📌 Follow me for practical advice, tips, and strategies that work in real life—not just on paper.

⁉️ When you're ready to stop spending hours spinning your wheels 👉https://blackdogmarketingstrategies.com/

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