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51: Activate Yourself with Geeta Sidhu Robb - Episode 51
51: Activate Yourself with Geeta Sidhu Robb - Episode 51
51: Activate Yourself with Geeta Sidhu Robb - Episode 51
Saturday 23rd November 2024
Join Geeta Sidhu Robb as she chats with Preeti Nair about her inspiring journey from rejection to success in self-publishing and beyond.
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Episode Overview
- Preeti Nair faced numerous rejections from publishers before deciding to self-publish.
- She created an alter ego, Priya, to handle PR and promote her book.
- Despite setbacks like a petrol crisis, Preeti's determination led her to success.
- She eventually secured a three-book deal with HarperCollins but chose to self-publish again for creative control.
- Preeti's story highlights the importance of resilience and staying true to oneself.
When they said no to Preeti, they really regretted it because she thought, sod off, I'll do it myself.
In this episode of 'Activate Yourself', host Geeta Sidhu Robb welcomes the remarkable Preeti Nair, an author and entrepreneur who shares her extraordinary journey from rejection to success. Preeti's story is a rollercoaster of perseverance, resilience, and sheer determination. After facing countless rejections from publishers for her first book, 'Gypsy Masala', Preeti took matters into her own hands by self-publishing and creating a buzz through ingenious PR tactics.
Her alter ego, Priya, a fearless and feisty publicist, played a crucial role in this endeavour. The episode is packed with humorous anecdotes, like Preeti's parents celebrating her 'fake' book deal, and the chaos of manually inserting missing pages into her books. Despite numerous setbacks, including a petrol crisis that halted her book distribution, Preeti's unwavering spirit led her to secure a three-book deal with HarperCollins.
However, she eventually realised that true success meant maintaining creative control and authenticity, leading her to self-publish again. Preeti's journey highlights the importance of believing in oneself and never giving up, no matter how many obstacles come your way. This episode is not just about overcoming challenges; it's about finding your true self and staying authentic. Tune in to be inspired by Preeti's incredible story and learn how you too can activate your inner superpower.