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Women: How to Find a Publisher For Your Book

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Adriana Monique Alvarez has created a new framework for female authors prepared to pioneer their path in book publishing, redefining the traditional publishing model in a revolutionary way that offers a path to financial freedom for thousands of women.

The Wall Street Journal best-selling author and business coach has established a dynamic new publishing style where women deliver their message through books as part of an immersive business model.

“Finding a publisher is much easier than you think. It is right in front of you – look in the mirror,” she says.

Traditional publishing models are obsolete, says Alvarez, dominated by men in an industry that has failed to adapt to changing social environments. “Mainstream publishing houses dump on self-publishing. They called it ‘vanity publishing’ to create a negative impression. Through self-publishing, I have learned how to marry the savvy digital world and business to books that promote practical solutions within the relevant marketplace.”

Her company, AMA Publishing has developed boutique methods that create generational wealth through high-impact, high-earning publishing businesses. With six successful books under her belt, Alvarez has walked the walk. Her methods position books that transform writers into entrepreneurs by springboarding readership to other services and financial freedom. 

“Turning a book into a business has worked for men such as Robert Kiyosaki who built a $100 million seminar industry from his Rich Dad, Poor Dad. It’s time for women to tell their stories without waiting for an invitation to succeed.”

Turning dreams into reality for women

Alvarez took her sharp intellect to deconstruct the publishing industry for her business consultancy clients who talked about authoring books of their own. “I had heard these dreams for long enough, and I just said, ‘well, for crying out loud. I guess you’re not going to do it’. So I researched the industry and found niche gaps and open invitations for inspired entrepreneurs to fill.” She knew she had to make the first move. “I started a publishing house for my books and grew it from there. It was a steep learning curve,” she says.

As a world-leading business consultant and veteran of 12 years of building educational modalities, she brought all of her experience to bear when tailoring her boutique publishing curriculum. “My specialty is to take well-organized ideas and promote them through a book,” she says. Her company links books about alternative healing, food, lifestyle, business coaching, therapy, and a range of other professions to the services provided by the author. “A book bestows gravitas on the writer, so I see an expert that is the foundation of a profitable business. Books can lead to podcasts, high-end coaching, and public speaking engagements. My clients are not content to leave the stage to the likes of Tony Robbins.”  

Alvarez, who has mentored more than 2500 women, has witnessed her graduates make $100,000 to $500,000 in their publishing companies. Some AMA alumni have netted $75,000 from a book’s launch and then earned monthly revenues from $8,000-$30,000. Traditional book publishing usually projects that most first-time authors will make about $10,000 – in total.

In two years, she has championed 150 women to become best-selling authors. Today her company represents only writers who are ready to achieve bestseller status with The Wall Street Journal. However, she streams new talent to associated successful publishing houses led by her proteges.

Forging a new path

By taking control and running your own book publishing company, Alvarez believes that writers and entrepreneurs can bypass the stumbling blocks thrown up by traditional publishing. “I teach people how to set up and run a publishing business,” she says. “There are so many women who want to tell their story. They just need someone to come along and show them how it’s done; this is what you can do, and here is the next step.” 

The way forward is to avoid the well-worn path to an agent and publisher; “After you pitch your book and get rejection after rejection, you will be convinced that you’re not good enough, and you’ll move on with your life. Old school publishing is largely a negative process for new writers, but you have to tell yourself, ‘yes, I am worthy’, and skirt the traditional system, and make your presence known to us.”

Her graduates embrace ambitious millennials who are on track to running a seven-figure business. Others include women making a career jump, and some that want to leave a legacy for their children. From young to old, she teaches them how to get published.

However, getting a book onto the shelves and out through Amazon is just one aspect of creating a business. “Reaching the number one position on Amazon can be taught, but that is not the point of writing a book.” She says that harnessing communities and self-exploration are essential to writing, researching, and editing. “My clients often find answers to philosophical questions including why they are doing what they do, what values they hold, what they stand for and who they are by going through the vigorous process of writing.”

An author also creates a solid community of people interested in what they are doing and their journey. “This community helps the author to grow and to sell their products or services,” she says.

Ordinary people with extraordinary stories

Alvarez believes that her students are ordinary people with extraordinary stories to tell. She has also survived through catastrophe, having endured the stillbirth of her daughter Nina while living in Albania. 

“Having success and optimism is one part of the picture that also reaches into grief, pain, and loss. The method that I teach is a deep process and has an emotional impact on women as they explore past experiences that may include trauma, violence, and loss. If I had not swum in deep waters, I don’t think I could teach the course,” she says.

Alvarez released her latest book, How to Create a Six-Figure Publishing Business in June 2021. Then, in July, she will launch The Younger Self Letters – How Successful Leaders Turn Trials into Triumphs. Both books are already bestsellers on Amazon, giving further inspiration to a broad audience of women for whom she holds the key to a new path in publishing success.

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Interview with Jason Ho, CEO of Teklium: A Vision for the Future of Technology

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By Mj Toledo

There is a wealth of experience behind Teklium, and it is embodied in its chief executive officer (CEO), Jason Ho. His educational foundation was laid at National Chiao Tung University and Pennsylvania State University, where he developed his skills in electrical engineering. With over 400 patents to his name, he has played a key role in advancing semiconductor technologies and artificial intelligence (AI).

From leading custom chip design for the F35 Fighter Jet to innovating at Teklium, Ho’s work has been adopted by major corporations worldwide. In this interview, he shares his vision for the future of technology and how Teklium’s developments fit into this broader landscape.

Q: Hi, Jason. For those who may not be familiar with Teklium, could you tell us more about your company?

Jason Ho: Certainly. Teklium is a technology company focused on improving AI and semiconductor technologies. Our mission is to create self improving AI systems and hardware that can tackle various technological challenges and shape the future of multiple industries.

Q: You hold over 400 international patents, with one of your most notable innovations being hydrogen battery technology. What inspired you to promote this sustainable transportation solution?

Jason Ho: I’ve always been deeply interested in finding sustainable energy solutions, especially in transportation. Traditional lithiumion batteries have clear limitations, both in terms of performance and their environmental impact due to resource mining. Hydrogen batteries present a promising alternative, offering both environmental benefits and faster refueling times, which could make electric vehicles more practical and appealing.

Q: What drove you to focus on hydrogen battery technology specifically?

Jason Ho: My collaboration with Mark Bayliss, President of Visual Link, played a significant role. Mark introduced the concept of a closed loop hydrogen system, and our joint efforts resulted in the development of a hydrogen battery technology that we believe can provide a clean and safer alternative to lithiumion batteries. This inspired me to continue refining the technology, working with Visual Link to bring it to market.

Q: How do you see your company’s hydrogen battery technology impacting the electric vehicle industry in the next decade?

Jason Ho: I’ve thought about this a lot. Our hydrogen battery technology has the potential to revolutionize the electric vehicle industry by offering a more efficient and sustainable energy source. The ability to refuel quickly, combined with the technology’s adaptability to a wide range of temperatures, could make electric vehicles far more practical and attractive to consumers in the long term.

Q: Can you explain the significance and potential impact of Teklium’s closed loop hydrogen energy system on global energy consumption?

Jason Ho: The closed loop hydrogen energy system is groundbreaking because it enables onsite hydrogen generation through water electrolysis, eliminating the need for external supply chains. This drastically lowers energy consumption and minimizes environmental impact by recycling water in a continuous loop. The system offers an environmentally friendly solution for industries beyond transportation, including energy storage and telecommunications.

Q: What challenges do you foresee in scaling up hydrogen battery production, and how does Teklium plan to address them?

Jason Ho: Scaling up hydrogen battery production comes with significant challenges, including the development of necessary infrastructure, reducing production costs, and ensuring safety standards. At Teklium, we plan to address these obstacles by partnering with industry leaders to build the required infrastructure and by investing in research to lower costs. We’re also committed to implementing rigorous safety protocols to ensure the technology performs reliably.

Q: How does Teklium’s strategy for AI infrastructure differ from traditional approaches?

Jason Ho: At Teklium, we’re taking a different approach by exploring ways to develop advanced materials and technologies that could improve the performance and efficiency of AI infrastructure. We’re focused on moving beyond traditional silicon based systems and envision a future where we can create three dimensional chip structures that significantly reduce data movement and energy consumption. By integrating memory and processing capabilities, we believe we can revolutionize AI workloads.

Q: Teklium has ambitious plans for extending Moore’s Law. Can you elaborate on how these plans could transform the semiconductor industry?

Jason Ho: Siliconbased chips are nearing their physical limits, so we’re exploring technologies that could allow us to scale transistor density both vertically and horizontally. By adopting these new approaches, we aim to significantly increase chip performance and, in doing so, challenge the traditional expectations of Moore’s Law. We also envision a future where chips are reusable and can be reprogrammed over decades, which could reshape the semiconductor industry’s business model in terms of sustainability and efficiency.

Q: What environmental benefits could Teklium’s technologies bring, particularly in reducing carbon emissions and resource consumption?

Jason Ho: Our innovations could have a profound impact on the environment. We’re committed to developing technologies that reduce resource consumption and minimize waste. By creating more efficient manufacturing processes and extending the lifespan of chips, we hope to significantly reduce electronic waste. Our work on AI infrastructure could also cut energy consumption in data centers by as much as 60%, which would translate into substantial reductions in carbon emissions. And, of course, our hydrogen battery technology offers a clean energy storage solution that could accelerate the adoption of renewable energy sources.

Q: Aside from electric vehicles, what are some other exciting applications of Teklium’s hydrogen battery technology?

Jason Ho: While electric vehicles are an obvious application, there are so many more exciting possibilities. Our hydrogen batteries could serve as large scale energy storage solutions, balancing grid loads and supporting renewable energy sources like wind and solar power. They could also power remote cell towers and data centers in areas where traditional power sources are unreliable. In aerospace, these batteries could enable long range drones and even electric aircraft. The potential applications in disaster relief and military operations, where portable and reliable energy is critical, are also very exciting.

Q: How does your collaboration with companies like Nantero and Visual Link advance Teklium’s technological developments?

Jason Ho: Our collaboration with Nantero is allowing us to explore advanced memory architectures, while our partnership with Visual Link offers crucial insights into practical applications and market needs. Visual Link also helps us navigate regulatory challenges, ensuring our innovations are commercially viable and compliant with industry standards.

Q: Teklium is involved in the concept of AI City in partnership with West Virginia Data Center Group. Can you tell us more about the vision for this project?

Jason Ho: AI City is an ambitious concept that we’re working on with the West Virginia Data Center Group to turn into reality. The idea is to create an intelligent infrastructure that incorporates cutting edge technologies in AI and data centers, optimizing everything from energy usage to communication networks. We envision a city that can learn and adapt to the needs of its residents, reducing inefficiencies and improving quality of life. It’s still in the planning stages, but we’re confident it can become a reality in the near future.

Q: What are your long term goals for Teklium, and how do you see your inventions influencing future generations?

Jason Ho: My long term vision for Teklium is to become a leader in sustainable technology solutions. We aim to continue pushing the boundaries of AI, semiconductor technology, and energy solutions. I want our innovations to inspire future generations to tackle global challenges like climate change and resource scarcity. Ultimately, I hope Teklium’s work contributes to a more connected and sustainable world.

While Teklium’s advancements may take time to fully realize, they open up exciting possibilities for addressing critical challenges like energy consumption and sustainability. Under Jason Ho’s leadership, Teklium is poised to make a significant impact on the future of technology and the environment.

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