Here’s a copy of a media release I’m circulating today, regarding the launch of “Back to the Black.”
MEDIA RELEASE
Date: 18 January 2010
From:
For immediate release
Subject: New book launched: helping debtors get “Back To The Black.”
AUTHOR INTERVIEWS AND PHOTOS AVAILABLE
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Summary:
An author who faced bankruptcy shares what he learned and reveals the key questions that can help individuals deal with debt.
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A new self-help book for people with debt problems has been launched today. “Back To The Black: how to become debt-free and stay that way” is based partly on the author’s practical experience of escaping bankruptcy and partly on the principles of coaching. Chapters 1-3 in their entirety are now available as a free downloadable file, at www.scribd.com/michael_macmahon .
The book’s author,
The book has been favourably reviewed by debt advice experts at the
- Start by listing all your debts, bank balances and assets: knowing the truth is better than a vague feeling of threat.
- Communicate with creditors: the problem gets worse if you ignore it.
- Make an offer: any offer, no matter how small, is better than none.
- Never negotiate on the phone: do it in writing; it’s less stressful.
- You don’t need to be alone: get help from a debt advice organisation.
- Keep records of all communications: it pays dividends.