The latest business books that authors, publishers,
and publicists want you to have on your shelf are in; and I've selected
those I feel are better than the average.
I actually read every book I recommend, so when
I say, "Buy this one," I believe that particular book can make a
material difference in your bottom line. If you wonder how I assign
values, the Bible, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights receive
six stars.
"Guerrilla Publicity"
by Jay Conrad Levinson, Rick Frishman, and Jill Lublin with Mark
Steisel, Adams Media Corporation, $12.95. If you have ever tried
to manage a publicity campaign you will understand why it takes
four people to write a book on the subject. Begin your reading with
Chapter 32: "Growing Pains-How to Hire the Right PR People". The
Interview Checklist in this chapter is worth the cost of the book
alone. If money is a factor (and when is it not?) the sample material
in the Appendix can guide you to a do-it-yourself approach that
will work because it is supported by experts: Rick Frishman, president
of Planned Television Arts and Jill Lublin of Promising Promotions.
Want to do it yourself? This four star book is for you, but buy
the next one as well.
(Tulenko is a Small Business Success Consultant
based in New Mexico. Additional tips and suggestions are available
at www.tulenko.com
or call (toll-free) 1-866-TULENKO.)