To illustrate the importance of books to the public when positioning yourself as the “go to” expert, let’s talk about presidential candidates. EVERY presidential candidate writes a book (or two or three) when preparing to run or when running for office. Why? Well, the reasons are many.  Here are just a few: To express ideas of what they would do as “leader of the free world” To engender a connection with the reader (i.e. knowing, liking, trusting) To have something to discuss when interviewed To get more interviews To create credibility and expertise To solicit for new customers (yes, voters [...]