Interview With Author Michelle Matthews
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have just released my first book – the first of many!
Me – I thrive on helping people get what they want (as long as it’s legal!), and my life purpose is to leave the world a better place. Via my books and my coaching, mentoring and training business, I act as a catalyst to help people identify and overcome hurdles to become the best possible version of themselves and lead the lives they’ve always longed for. By drawing on my wide range of experience – including as a woman in the male-dominated engineering field, a business professional, a mother and a friend – as well as my skills in wrangling three cats, a dog and a marauding flock of chickens on a small acreage nestled in the heart of the Australian bush, I empowers my clients to achieve their dreams. For valuable insights into tackling life’s challenges and living a fulfilled existence, follow me here on Awesome Gang!
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called “How to Understand Others Better: Getting Curious About Human Nature and Fine-Tuning Your Ability to Read People Like a Book”.
I wrote How to Understand Others Better because I so regularly hear others talking (and posting) about how the things that other people say and do perplex them – either annoy, frustrate, anger, sadden or disappoint them.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t think my writing habits are unusual! Perhaps others might? I write my books in my head… bit by bit… as I go about my days. It’s only when I sit down to make a plan and organise my thoughts ‘on paper’ that I realise I have most of the structure already somewhere in my subconscious!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I like the work of Dr Michael Mosley, Andy Puddicombe, Dr Joe Dispenza, Stephen R. Covey, Thich Nhat Hanh, James Clear, David Michie… many
What are you working on now?
In our coaching business we help people with anger management issues. So, I am currently working on content to help people understand anger and how to better manage it.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m still learning in this area!
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Surround yourself with others who have similar aspirations as yourself, set your focus on your dream and persist. Always be learning!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“Forgive yourself for not knowing what you didn’t know before you learned it.”
Maya Angelou
What are you reading now?
Small Business Accounting by Amy York
Overcome Fear: Conquering Self-Doubt by Releasing Your Fear of the Unknown by Valerie Gundersen & Troy Gundersen
What’s next for you as a writer?
Reading and Writing more books!
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?
High Road to China, Jon Cleary
Author Websites and Profiles
Michelle Matthews Amazon Profile
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