https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3VH46RP
The Great Recession Resurrection looks like an
exciting guide. Can you tell us a little
about it?
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Yes. It’s my story of how I navigated
unemployment during the Great Recession of the mid-late 2000s. How I received a breakthrough opportunity to
get back into the professional world, and diligently worked hard at that
position which led me to a next level career opportunity.
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Additionally, I also lay out practical steps
that other faithful professional can follow to get their careers back on
track.
How long did it take you to write The Great Recession
Resurrection?
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It’s been a seven-year journey.
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I started writing the book a few months before the
birth of my first daughter in 2014, and am now finally launching a couple years
after my youngest child was born.
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Interestingly enough, the moment I decided to
write the story, fear and doubt crept in.
I asked myself could I be vulnerable and open? As a man of faith, I just
kept feeling the Spirt lead me and tug me in the direction to get this book finished
and published.
What inspired you when writing The Great Recession
Resurrection?
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When I came out of my unemployment period and
eventually broke through to my dream opportunity, I felt that I had to share my
experiences, knowledge, and testimony to others that may be in a similar
position as I was.
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Some people learn better by inspiration and some
by information. I’ve written a book that
has two parts, so it connects with professionals however they can best receive
it. One part speaks to trials,
tribulations, and triumphs, and the second part lays out specific steps that
can help you be successful in your career navigation.
What will readers get out of your book?
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I want to encourage professionals who may be
down on their luck or may have run into a rough patch in their career. I also want to inspire readers who may be
stuck in their career, and looking for inspiration to take it to the next
level.
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There is a promise out there for everyone and I
want readers to know that I’ve been there, struggling with the same career
frustration they are going through. But,
if they just keep putting one foot in front of the other, they will eventually
reach, meet, and ultimately, with faith, dedication, and perseverance, exceed
their dreams
What motivated you to become a writer?
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My Dad has written a number of books in his
professional field, and he has been a good example of putting “pen to paper”.
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Also, my friend Ken from graduate school is an
author and playwright. He encouraged me and
provided timely advice and insights, along my writing journey.
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Lastly, I remember seeing a sign once outside of
a book store. It said that books can go where you can’t. Well, I felt that my story was so relevant
and real to so many people’s experiences, that it was critical for me to
share. The book would help me reach, and
inspire, a broader audience that I may not get a chance to directly interact
with.
How did you come up with the ideas in The Great
Recession Resurrection?
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Ironically, since it was my story and my
experiences, it didn’t take that long to come up with the ideas. That said, managing/balancing professional
and personal commitments is what really put a strain on the development process
over time. Additionally, pairing the
book down from a stream of conscious thoughts to an actual concise story took
some time.
Did anything stick out as particularly challenging when
writing The Great Recession Resurrection?
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There were a number of situations with regards
to the process that were challenging, but since I felt like I have been called
to write this story, it was no longer about the challenges, but rather about
finding my way through (or above, below, or around the challenge, lol), in one
way or another.
What do you like to do when not writing?
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I love watching movies (especially Marvel
movies), spending time with my family, and listening to Gospel and Christian
Contemporary music, amongst a few other things.
Where can readers find out more about your work?
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My book is currently published on Amazon (Paperback and Kindle e-book),
please see link below:
o https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3VH46RP