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Book Yourself Solid Revised & Updated 20th Anniversary Edition

The Fastest, Easiest and Most Reliable System for Getting More Clients Than You Can Handle
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Celebrate Twenty Years of Proven Client-Attraction Strategies That Fill Your Calendar In Book Yourself Solid: 20th Anniversary, readers will discover the core principles that have helped hundreds of thousands of service professionals build thriving, referral-driven practices over the past two decades. This landmark edition brings together... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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Celebrate Twenty Years of Proven Client-Attraction Strategies That Fill Your Calendar

In Book Yourself Solid: 20th Anniversary, readers will discover the core principles that have helped hundreds of thousands of service professionals build thriving, referral-driven practices over the past two decades. This landmark edition brings together the time-tested strategies that still work today. It shows you how to attract ideal clients, build genuine professional relationships, and create sustainable growth through practical marketing and networking approaches that continue to deliver real results.

Rather than chasing trends, this anniversary edition focuses on the fundamentals that endure. Readers learn systematic methods for identifying ideal clients, articulating clear and compelling value, and building referral networks that consistently generate new business. The book offers practical frameworks for pricing services with confidence, developing strategic partnerships, and creating a reliable client pipeline without relying on hype or hustle.

Inside, readers will discover:

  • Proven methods for attracting ideal clients who value your work and become enthusiastic referral sources.
  • Practical frameworks for building authentic professional relationships that lead to consistent opportunities over time.
  • Marketing approaches designed specifically for service professionals who want sustainable growth and long-term client retention.
  • Step-by-step guidance for crafting service offerings that clearly differentiate you in competitive markets.
  • Actionable networking strategies that turn everyday conversations into meaningful business relationships.

Ideal for consultants, coaches, freelancers, and service professionals at any stage of growth, Book Yourself Solid: 20th Anniversary provides a proven foundation for building a business rooted in clarity, trust, and lasting client relationships.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781394432561

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 December 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Edition: 4th edition

Audience: General / adult

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Weight: 0g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Michael Port has built and sold two companies and written 13 books, including multiple New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestsellers. He believes mastery of craft is the surest path to success, and he teaches like someone who remembers what it was like not to know. You won’t find him on social media these days. You will find him at MichaelPort.com, probably working on something.

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