Joseph Battaglia: Iron Age Marketing Podcast Episode 049

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In today's episode of Iron Age Marketing, I talk to Joseph Battaglia, novelist, IT professional and writer of The Dunce Whisperer. Let's Meet Iron Age Creator Joseph Battaglia Joseph Battaglia started writing shortly after being medically discharged from the Marine Corps for a vascular disorder resulting from lifting too many weights and being entirely too swole. His normal human body wasn’t capable of withstanding the weight that his soul was capable of lifting. This condition led to the removal of one of his ribs. It’s interesting to think that Adam the first person had also been removed of a single rib. Adam was created in the image of God which is just something interesting to think about, not drawing any conclusions. Joseph’s first book was Planet of Babel: Dawn Edge. Perhaps the most intelligent Sci-Fi book ever penned. Some individuals claim it's the book Einstein wished he'd wrote. Fun fact, Albert Einstein was a late talker and didn’t say his first word till he was three. Joseph was four when he started talking. Some people may draw the conclusion that talking late correlates to intelligence. Who knows? Probably though. Joseph Battaglia has worked in the I.T. field since 2011. Dealing with customers has always been painful for him to say the least. Now his horror for the past ten-plus years has been converted into the perfect story for you to be able to experience the same pain. An Interview with Jarhead, Author and IT Professional, Joseph Battaglia In this first of three segments of episode 48 of the Iron Age Marketing podcast, host Nicky P talks with guest, writer, Joseph Battaglia, an Italian-American from New Jersey with a background in the Marine Corps and over a decade of IT experience. Joseph discusses his transition to civilian life, his work in the government sector, and his passion for writing. He shares insights into his creative process, the role his wife plays as a co-author, and the humorous approach he takes to promote his books. The episode delves into the making of his latest book trailer and the persona he adopted for marketing purposes. Joseph also touches on the differences between his previous works in sci-fi grim dark and his current project in comedy fantasy. Exploring Fantasy Comedy Writing with Author Joseph Battaglia In this second of three segments of episode 48 of the Iron Age Marketing podcast, host Nicky P & Joseph Battaglia talk about the unique approach in writing comedy within a fantasy setting. Battaglia shares insights into the premise of his new book, describing it as 'Harry Potter meets Office Space,' and how it integrates magical tools in a bureaucratic fantasy world. They touch upon the importance of audience connection, relatable character experiences, and the balance of humor and narrative in writing. The discussion also highlights the target audience, the impact of customer service experiences on character development, and the importance of research, especially in genres like sci-fi. Embracing Humor and Self-Awareness: An Interview with AuthorJoseph Battaglia In this third and final segment of episode 48 of the Iron Age Marketing podcast, host Nicky P discusses with guest, Joseph Battaglia, his approach to creating a character that embodies self-awareness and stupidity. Joseph elaborates on the importance of being able to laugh at oneself, his YouTube persona, and the significance of developing a strong author identity to connect with the audience. They touch on the evolving nature of publishing and marketing in the digital age, the role of social media in building a following. The conversation concludes with reflections on the charm of being 'lovably stupid' and the journey of character development. Hopefully, today's episode with Joseph Battaglia serves as both inspiration and education in your own journey to bring your creation to the world. Joseph Battaglia Resources & Extra Media

• https://mailchi.mp/7ad1665776e0/tale-of-the-dunce-whisperer
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeDktB7GM6ok8tmWuzO73FA
• More when I get the book live

Shill Need help connecting with or growing your audience for your book, comic, TTRPG, or other creative endeavor? Check out Nicky P @ ironagemarketing.com