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Saskatoon Expo 2018 Post Mortem
Ahhh Saskatoon! At the beginning of the year, I was fairly convinced I wouldn’t return to Sask Expo. Not because it became independent once more after Informa bought out the Calgary and Edmonton...
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Edmonton Expo 2018 Post Mortem
Phew, where has September gone? Just a few more days and I move into my new house—and new office!! To follow my sales journey and to see how I did at past conventions, click here for the full list of...
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Festival of Crafts 2018 Post Mortem
Phew – most important show of the year, done and dusted. Christmas already? Yeah, I know. It’s not even Remembrance Day yet. At least they didn’t play Christmas music all weekend – that would have...
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Turner’s Christmas at the Coliseum 2018 Post Mortem
Last show of the year! PHEW! Time to “relax”…I mean, create more books for next year. Everything is fine! To follow my sales journey and to see how I did at past conventions, click here for the full...
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Con-ventional Wisdom – a 2016-2018 Post-Mortem Retrospective
To follow my sales journey and to see how I did at past conventions, click here for the full list of articles. I talk conventions with my BFF on my new podcast, BUSINESS BFFs. Listen here. Since 2013,...
View ArticleFan Expo Canada 2018 Post Mortem
My biggest show of the year, done! But was it worth it? This is the first of three shows I’m doing with my group of friends!
View ArticleCalgary Expo 2019 Post Mortem
A successful weekend, even with the bizarre blizzard and the "down" year. Also, a new book! And many life updates!
View ArticleOttawa Comiccon 2019 Post Mortem
Ottawa Comiccon is a strong sales convention, especially for books. Third year is the decision point as to whether I go back!
View ArticleMay 2019 Monthly Progress Report
With the successful reception of my post-mortems, it’s clear that a LOT of other creatives are interested in how I go about my business. Here's the first of hopefully many monthly progress reports.
View ArticleFanQuest 2019 Post Mortem
I finally return to Winnipeg once more as a guest at FanQuest!
View ArticleEdmonton Expo 2015 Post Mortem
Back from yet another con. Didn't I just write one of these? It's that time of year where all the cons are happening at once. If only this book were a time book and then I could be everywhere at once.
View ArticleHal-Con 2015 Post-Mortem
So, this Hal-Con was GREAT. I had a lot of fun this year, I sold lots, and everything is good.
View ArticleChristmas Trivia with the Marshalls
I posted this on an old blog of mine, and the text document I copied this from is dated December 16, 2007 -- eight years ago! I think it's hilarious, and in the spirit of the season.
View ArticleHow to Finish What You Start – 3 Tips for the Anxious Writer
For me, the last ten percent of a project isn't just the hardest--it's an insurmountable wall.
View ArticleCalgary Expo 2016 Post Mortem
This is the biggest con of the year, and I made the most out of it! It was a strong start to 2016.
View ArticleWinnipeg eBook Workshop & Reading – Post Mortem
There's nothing like being around your creative peers. A summary of my time in Winnipeg!
View ArticleRed Deer Expo Post Mortem
This was my first extended stay in Red Deer for the first-ever Red Deer Comic Expo!
View ArticleVul-Con Post Mortem
My post-mortem of Vul-Con! In which I talk about my driving anxiety, Star Trek celebrities, and the WEIRDEST interaction I've had yet.
View ArticleWWC 2016 Post Mortem
I've spent the past week recovering, and writing this post-mortem. It's long. Some of you won't like it.
View ArticleSaskatoon Expo 2016 Post Mortem
First time in Saskatoon, did well at the Saskatoon Expo! Next year hopefully I’ll be comfortable enough to make the drive and then I can have my full display.
View ArticleEdmonton Expo 2016 Post Mortem
It has been a busy week! First Saskatoon Expo, now Edmonton, with barely enough time in between to do my client work.
View ArticleC4 Comic Con Post Mortem 2016
You can’t promote and promote and then just coast. There is no coasting. There is only the next thing. C4 Winnipeg 2016!
View ArticleTurner’s Christmas at the Coliseum Post Mortem
My first Christmas market! Everyone wanted to buy or at least look at books by a fellow Maritimer.
View ArticleCalgary Expo 2017 Post Mortem
Phew. First con of the year, done! I had ridiculously high expectations for this convention. I thought that by changing my location, I’d be doubling my sales.
View ArticleFan Expo Regina 2017 Post Mortem
Two down, one to go. Why did I think doing three cons in a row was a good idea? Oh yes. Good for business is why. Regina did okay by me, but I see where I can make improvements.
View ArticleOttawa Comiccon 2017 Post Mortem
How I turned my WORST NIGHTMARE into a roaring success.
View ArticleOtafest 2017 Post Mortem
This was my first anime convention and a risk for me - also, new displays and how to respond to "I have no money!"
View ArticleBanff Farmers Market Post Mortem Part 1
If you would have asked me a few years ago if I’d try outdoor farmers markets to sell my books, I would have said no way. Learn why I started - and how I did! Part 1 of 5.
View ArticleBanff Farmers Market Post Mortem Part 2
It was a slow day. But I had my best friend to keep me company! Also there was a pet pig????
View ArticleWWC 2017 Post Mortem
From the tone I’ve struck here, you might think that this is not a good festival. You’re wrong. It’s perfectly fine...but after five years of doing the same thing over and over, I see through the...
View ArticleEdmonton Expo 2017 Post Mortem
Where did September go? I don’t think I’ve been busier than I have this past month. This is my third Edmonton Expo, and I’m pleased to report it went well for me!
View ArticleDrumheller Dinosaur and Comic Expo Post Mortem
A big name for a small event - I present to you my experience in Drumheller, Alberta.
View ArticleC4 Winnipeg Post Mortem 2017
I never know how I'm going to fare at C4. But this will be my last year doing it, that's for sure.
View ArticleCalgary Expo Holiday Market 2017 Post Mortem
In which the crowd disappears once it gets dark, I make some new friends, and where I make the decision that I can only eat ramen now.
View ArticleFestival of Crafts 2017 Post Mortem
I was lucky enough to get into the show and I’m happy to report that I ended the year on the high note - best sales of the year!
View ArticleMake It! Calgary Spring 2018 Post Mortem
This is my first show of 2018. It’s supposed to be spring, but no, it’s still winter here in Calgary. Also, the Emerald Cloth IS HERE!
View ArticleCalgary Expo 2018 Post Mortem
It’s nice to celebrate the end of the long winter with one of my biggest shows of the year!
View ArticleOttawa Comiccon 2018 Post Mortem
I’ve never been busier. A really good year in Ottawa - also, new kitty friends :)
View ArticleAnime North 2018 Post Mortem
My last of 3 shows in 30 days, complete! First show in Toronto, second-ever anime show, and an unexpected neighbour experience.
View ArticleMontreal Comic Con 2018 Post Mortem
First time to Montreal! Tasty food, good friends, but also thieves.
View ArticleMontreal Comiccon 2019 Post Mortem
Montreal! So, so hot with the July weather, but still a lot of fun!
View ArticleSaskatoon Expo 2019 Post Mortem
A whirlwind trip to Saskatoon and a dissertation on the sales mindset.
View ArticleThe Entrepreneur Experience with Amy Porterfield 2019 Post Mortem Review
So…I did a thing. This year, 2019, is a major self-development year for me. I have invested and reflected and strategized and planned, and I know that because of this year, the new decade will be my...
View ArticleFestival of Crafts 2019 Post Mortem
My third year at this craft show! I got display power, and apparently my booth is "heaven"!
View ArticleTurner’s Christmas at the Coliseum Post Mortem 2019
A good show overall, but very emotional trip back east.
View ArticleSignatures Handmade Market Winnipeg 2019 Post Mortem (and Year Round-Up)
Is this my LAST POST MORTEM? Nope - I'm making a whole new blog of them :)
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