David Viergutz is an accomplished author, and advocate of personal happiness and self-discovery. With a diverse background spanning military service, police work, higher education, and successful entrepreneurship, David brings a unique perspective to his audiences. Through the use of relatable real-world examples, he empowers listeners to unlock their untapped potential and achieve personal growth by doubling down on what works and cutting out all the rest.

David's early exposure to inspirational role models and their paths to success instilled in him the importance of perseverance and self-discovery. Armed with this knowledge, he embarked on a journey to identify and eliminate sources of unhappiness in his own life, creating room for personal growth and fulfillment. By removing negativity, David has been able to focus on his passions, honing his skills and seizing countless opportunities.

Throughout his career, David has amassed an impressive 4,500 hours of law enforcement training, covering a wide range of topics including leadership and criminal investigations. He holds three degrees, multiple coaching certifications, and has been honored with two military service awards. David's professional experience encompasses roles such as a senior police officer, state-certified child abuse investigator, mental health certified investigator, and author of over 18 books.

Beyond his professional achievements, David is a devoted husband and father, embodying unwavering self-confidence. He is passionate about mentoring new soldiers and rookie police officers, providing them with invaluable support and guidance. David has led investigations into cases involving child abuse and serious crimes, and has delivered high-level briefings to senior intelligence officers, demonstrating his ability to make critical decisions with certainty and overcome self-doubt. 

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Topics:

Fire Your Boss: Your Guide to a Bold, Boss-Free Future

Making it in Horror: Turning Horror Stories into a Six-Figure Success Stories

Making Monsters: The Art and Psychology of Fear in Storytelling

Uncharted Wealth: Building Seven-Figure Empires Off the Beaten Path

Fit to Write: Maintain Your Body to Write More Books

APPEARANCES

On this episode of The Creative Penn Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Joanna about my journey to direct sales, writing and selling horror, and my ultra premium service - Scaremail. 

Show Notes:

• Selling an experience rather than just a book can be a successful approach to selling fiction.
• Creating a subscription-based physical mail experience can provide readers with a unique and immersive experience.
• Building an email list and using direct sales can be more profitable than relying solely on platforms like Amazon.
• Expanding the story into different media formats, such as board games or radio dramas, can offer new opportunities for authors.
• Focusing on product design and creating high-quality physical products can attract and retain customers.

Watch On Youtube | Watch on Joanna's Website

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I met with Indie Bestselling Author MARK DAWSON and self publishing show host James Blatch to discuss the importance of fitness In authorship.

Show Notes:

• From the army to police work to author
• Taking time to discover what genre suits us
• Basic guidelines for fitness for writers
• Where and when to begin a fitness routine
• Why ‘failing quickly’ works when finding a new fitness routine
• Why enjoying the exercise you choose really matters
• Finding social connection via exercise

Watch on Youtube | Watch on the SPF Website

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