- Joined
- Nov 7, 2016
- Messages
- 16
Rep Bank
$370
$370
User Power: 156%
Hi all,
I started out writing a guide for new colleagues coming in to our business (think trainees, and assistant level staff) explaining some of the intricacies of the job, an overview of the industry, and where we sit within it etc. This was drafted off my own back really, as I was having to regurgitate the same information to new and junior members who I was mentoring, and I thought it would be helpful.
After noticing a difference in the qualities of my subordinates after reading through and using the guide, this got me thinking about expanding it to make it a textbook/proper guide.
Has anyone been through this process before, and if so what advice would you give?
I have a rough list of 11 main topics that would become chapters, and these have a variety of sub and sub-sub topics which can be expanded on much more than the guide. (Naturally at the moment I can answer questions that they have in person, which could be expanded in the book).
I see a need, as despite being reasonably experienced in my field, I only graduated from University last year (at 31), so I know the level of people coming in at the bottom of the industry, and the gaps in the education system that doesn't particularly help them for the post graduation world. (Plus this role is a slight variation from that which is taught at universities and colleges around the world, but every Construction company will probably have at least one of these people on their books). Target market is undergrad level, or anyone coming in to the industry.
There is only one other book in this particular area that I have ever seen, and it has differences to the way I would lay out my own ideas, but it is good to see what else has been done already, and I don't want to copy the exact format.
Anyway, the main question is just about textbook writing and tips that others may have adopted when writing their own? I'm happy to go down the self publish etc route at present as this is still for my benefit, and will worry about potentially publishing if it ends up any good!
Thanks,
Dan
I started out writing a guide for new colleagues coming in to our business (think trainees, and assistant level staff) explaining some of the intricacies of the job, an overview of the industry, and where we sit within it etc. This was drafted off my own back really, as I was having to regurgitate the same information to new and junior members who I was mentoring, and I thought it would be helpful.
After noticing a difference in the qualities of my subordinates after reading through and using the guide, this got me thinking about expanding it to make it a textbook/proper guide.
Has anyone been through this process before, and if so what advice would you give?
I have a rough list of 11 main topics that would become chapters, and these have a variety of sub and sub-sub topics which can be expanded on much more than the guide. (Naturally at the moment I can answer questions that they have in person, which could be expanded in the book).
I see a need, as despite being reasonably experienced in my field, I only graduated from University last year (at 31), so I know the level of people coming in at the bottom of the industry, and the gaps in the education system that doesn't particularly help them for the post graduation world. (Plus this role is a slight variation from that which is taught at universities and colleges around the world, but every Construction company will probably have at least one of these people on their books). Target market is undergrad level, or anyone coming in to the industry.
There is only one other book in this particular area that I have ever seen, and it has differences to the way I would lay out my own ideas, but it is good to see what else has been done already, and I don't want to copy the exact format.
Anyway, the main question is just about textbook writing and tips that others may have adopted when writing their own? I'm happy to go down the self publish etc route at present as this is still for my benefit, and will worry about potentially publishing if it ends up any good!
Thanks,
Dan
Dislike ads? Become a Fastlane member:
Subscribe today and surround yourself with winners and millionaire mentors, not those broke friends who only want to drink beer and play video games. :-)
Membership Required: Upgrade to Expose Nearly 1,000,000 Posts
Ready to Unleash the Millionaire Entrepreneur in You?
Become a member of the Fastlane Forum, the private community founded by best-selling author and multi-millionaire entrepreneur MJ DeMarco. Since 2007, MJ DeMarco has poured his heart and soul into the Fastlane Forum, helping entrepreneurs reclaim their time, win their financial freedom, and live their best life.
With more than 39,000 posts packed with insights, strategies, and advice, you’re not just a member—you’re stepping into MJ’s inner-circle, a place where you’ll never be left alone.
Become a member and gain immediate access to...
- Active Community: Ever join a community only to find it DEAD? Not at Fastlane! As you can see from our home page, life-changing content is posted dozens of times daily.
- Exclusive Insights: Direct access to MJ DeMarco’s daily contributions and wisdom.
- Powerful Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse group of successful entrepreneurs who can offer mentorship, collaboration, and opportunities.
- Proven Strategies: Learn from the best in the business, with actionable advice and strategies that can accelerate your success.
"You are the average of the five people you surround yourself with the most..."
Who are you surrounding yourself with? Surround yourself with millionaire success. Join Fastlane today!
Join Today
