You might be expecting another generic marketing book. Wrong. This one actually gets it.
It is not often that you get to read a book written by a colleague you have know for a couple of years, meet at least monthly and get to speak to on occasion at special events. I am that fortunate guy.
Knowing Lesley Morrissey is a pleasure and privilege. A wealth of knowledge and practical know-how, Lesley's book, 'The R.A.V.E. Toolkit' (Reputation, Authority, Visibility, Engagement) is a bit like the author herself. The book isn't revolutionary, but is jam-packed with real-world practical ideas and approaches business owners (and dare I say it for coaches too) who don't have time for complex marketing strategies.
Best part? You don't need to read cover to cover. I keep it on my desk and flip to whatever I'm struggling with. Need visibility help? Chapter 3 has your answer.
The four pillars—Reputation, Authority, Visibility, and Engagement—provide clear direction for building a sustainable coaching practice.
I love the bite-sized, implementable strategies that fit into my busy schedule. Lesley understands the demands of many business owners, who in the main are practitioners first, marketers second. Her dip-in-and-out structure makes this an invaluable desk reference rather than another book gathering dust.
The book excels at solving the "where do I start?" paralysis that plagues many coaches. By organising marketing efforts through the R.A.V.E. lens, it becomes easier to prioritise actions that actually move the needle.
I recommend this book to business owners who find themselves spinning far too much. The book is an excellent companion, as a toolkit that bridges the gap between knowing you need to market and actually doing it effectively.
The R.A.V.E Toolkit is an insightful, step by step guide to what it takes to showcase your skills, build your reputation and show you 'know your stuff'.
As a business owner I believe you never stop learning, and I was reminded of the importance of consistently useful content and learned a few new considerations about how this should be delivered.
Definitely worth reading.
The R.A.V.E. Toolkit: Super-Simple Marketing Systems to Get Your Business Noticed and Grow Your Reputation, Authority, Visibility, and Expertise
Struggling to market your business—and don’t know where to start?
The R.A.V.E. Toolkit by Lesley Morrissey is a practical, no-nonsense small business marketing guide designed for entrepreneurs who want simple, effective systems without the overwhelm. If you’re tired of guessing what marketing to do—or feeling like you should be doing everything—this book gives you a clear, structured approach that actually works.
At the heart of this book is the powerful R.A.V.E. framework:
By focusing on these four essential pillars, you’ll learn how to create a consistent, effective marketing strategy that brings in more opportunities and helps your business grow sustainably.
This isn’t theory—it’s a hands-on marketing toolkit you can dip into whenever you need it. Each chapter provides:
From branding and content strategy to social media, email marketing, PR, and networking, this book covers all the essential areas of modern marketing in a clear and manageable way.
Designed as a reference guide, you can jump straight to the area you need—making it perfect for busy business owners.
The R.A.V.E. Toolkit bridges the gap between knowing you should be marketing your business and actually doing it effectively. It cuts through the noise and gives you a clear, actionable path to building a business that is visible, credible, and successful.
Because marketing doesn’t have to be complicated—
It just needs to be consistent.
You might be expecting another generic marketing book. Wrong. This one actually gets it.
It is not often that you get to read a book written by a colleague you have know for a couple of years, meet at least monthly and get to speak to on occasion at special events. I am that fortunate guy.
Knowing Lesley Morrissey is a pleasure and privilege. A wealth of knowledge and practical know-how, Lesley's book, 'The R.A.V.E. Toolkit' (Reputation, Authority, Visibility, Engagement) is a bit like the author herself. The book isn't revolutionary, but is jam-packed with real-world practical ideas and approaches business owners (and dare I say it for coaches too) who don't have time for complex marketing strategies.
Best part? You don't need to read cover to cover. I keep it on my desk and flip to whatever I'm struggling with. Need visibility help? Chapter 3 has your answer.
The four pillars—Reputation, Authority, Visibility, and Engagement—provide clear direction for building a sustainable coaching practice.
I love the bite-sized, implementable strategies that fit into my busy schedule. Lesley understands the demands of many business owners, who in the main are practitioners first, marketers second. Her dip-in-and-out structure makes this an invaluable desk reference rather than another book gathering dust.
The book excels at solving the "where do I start?" paralysis that plagues many coaches. By organising marketing efforts through the R.A.V.E. lens, it becomes easier to prioritise actions that actually move the needle.
I recommend this book to business owners who find themselves spinning far too much. The book is an excellent companion, as a toolkit that bridges the gap between knowing you need to market and actually doing it effectively.
The R.A.V.E Toolkit is an insightful, step by step guide to what it takes to showcase your skills, build your reputation and show you 'know your stuff'.
As a business owner I believe you never stop learning, and I was reminded of the importance of consistently useful content and learned a few new considerations about how this should be delivered.
Definitely worth reading.