Episode 225: Turning Conversations Into Lasting Referrals with Ally Berthiaume

Ally Berthiaume - Guest Bio: Ally Berthiaume is The Memoir Coach. She helps courageous women write the memoir they wish they had when they were going through the hardest chapter of their lives. An award-winning author, speaker, developmental editor, and memoir coach with an MFA in creative writing, Ally guides writers through the strategy, structure, emotional depth, and publishing education they need to turn lived experience into a memoir that matters. In this episode, Virginia and Ally talked about: How Ally became a writer Overcoming the critics The evolution ecosystem The shift in the publishing industry How to create customer loyalty Takeaways: I don't know how yet, but I don't know how to fail. Go out of your way to start the conversation! Create experiences that build client loyalty. Give value before asking for referrals. Connect with Ally on her social media platforms to learn more about her work and insights into networking effectively: Website: http://thewriteplacerighttime.com/ https://linktr.ee/ayberthiaume Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayberthiaume/ Connect with Virginia: https://www.bbrpodcast.com/ Download my Business by Referral Blueprint and create consistent revenue! https://mktg.masterconnectors.com/business-by-referral-blueprint