Interview With Author Sherrie Johnson
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have written one book titled “Authentic Leadership in the Workplace.”
Dr. Sherrie A. Johnson is an expert in organizational leadership, communication, and how authentic leader behavior affects employee job performance. She is an authority
on leading and communicating in a global environment and competency in leadership.
As a teacher, consultant, and executive coach, Dr. Johnson shows individuals, universities, and companies how to communicate, develop talent, to provide organizational effectiveness. Her research focuses on authentic leadership and
how it positively affects employees’ job performance in an organization.
Dr. Johnson has served in a leadership capacity as a director for local government, secondary and K-12 public education organizations, and corporate communications.
She has also served as part of the executive management team in leadership roles. This involved overseeing the Communications and applying advanced management principles with a critical impact on citizens and the organization.
Dr. Johnson supervised award-winning teams and managed all facets of communication. She is also an Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist with 20 years of experience in the reporting/anchoring field with local and national news organizations.
She attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and majored in Journalism and Mass Communication, received her master’s degree from Johns Hopkins University in Communications, and obtained a Doctor of Education at Grand Canyon University in Organizational Leadership.
In her spare time, Dr. Johnson enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her family and her dog Shayla.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The name of my book is titled “Authentic Leadership in the Workplace.” I completed my doctoral dissertation on Authentic Leadership. Since I had the research and information, I decided to use it for a more conversational book for the public. I used my research and information for my dissertation for my book.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
No, I do not. I write when the mood hits me. I have to be in the mood to write and when the information flows rather than try to force it.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Leadership and motivational books inspire me.
What are you working on now?
Currently, I am promoting my first book which launches on July 13, 2022.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
My best method of promoting my book is my website and social media platforms. I have a large audience.
https://www.sherriespeaks.com
Twitter @SherrieNews
Instagram sherrie_johnson_communications
Tik Tok jsherrie349
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherriejohnsoncommunicationsllc/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/executivebusinesscoach
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Do not give up. Keep going! Do not keep tweaking the book and never publish it. Do not worry about whether the book is perfect. Done is good.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Believe in yourself
What are you reading now?
Nothing. After finishing my dissertation and writing my current book, I’m taking a break. I’m focused on spreading the word about my new book. I recently launched a new company called Sherrie Johnson Communications LLC. I am an Authentic Leadership Speaker, Executive leadership Coach, and author and I provide online courses in leadership.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I plan to begin my second book next year. I want to expand on Authentic Leadership outside of higher education and into corporate and non-profit organizations.
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?
“Aren’t I a Woman” by Sojourner Truth
“Authentic Leadership in the Workplace” by Dr. Sherrie A. Johnson
“Atomic Habits” by James Clear
Author Websites and Profiles
Sherrie Johnson Amazon Profile
Sherrie Johnson’s Social Media Links