Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Michael and I just self-published my first book, Land Your Dream Job: Join the 2% Who Make it Past Resumé Screening. A year ago I started working for an incredible company called Self-Publishing School, and together with the program and excellent coaching, I was able to self-publish this book.
I have plans to write many more books in the future, both in the fiction and non fiction genres.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My book is called Land Your Dream Job: Join the 2% Who Make it Past Resumé Screening.
Writing a book has been on my bucket list for years. In my first book, I wanted to empower readers with the 10 years of experience I have in job search strategies. This resulted in me writing LYDJ, and I walk through job candidates through creative an effective cover letter and resumé while also preparing them for their interview.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
None that I’m aware of 🙂
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I’ve been heavily influenced by fantasy fiction. Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones. I love every book by Mitch Albom. The Martian, Ready Player One, The Name of the Wind have also expanded my perspective in the fiction world.
What are you working on now?
My number one goal right now is to become a Bestseller on Amazon for my book, Land Your Dream Job: Join the 2% Who Make it Past Resumé Screening. All other objectives come second 🙂
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Great question! I’ll have to get back to you on that one!
Do you have any advice for new authors?
One day at a time. One foot in front of the other. One thing.
Stay focused on your number one objective, and forget the rest.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Proper Prior Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance.
What are you reading now?
Wool by Hugh Howey. He’s a big-time self-published fiction author.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Writing a follow up book to Land Your Dream Job: Join the 2% Who Make it Past Resumé Screening. Then, diving into fiction!
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Ready Player One.
The Martian.
Tuesdays with Morrie.
Author Websites and Profiles
Michael Lachance Website
Michael Lachance Amazon Profile