Sound Familiar?
You may be experiencing the silent frustration that comes with an invisible book.
Humiliation when peers ask "how's the book doing?"
Resentment watching less qualified authors gain massive visibility
Self-doubt about your message's value
Anxiety over wasted opportunity
Fear of being seen as "just another wannabe author"
You've Probably Already Tried...
DIY Social Media
"Shouting into the void"
Facebook Ads
"Burned through money"
Traditional PR Firm
"Template press releases"
Amazon Ads
"Clicks ate all royalties"
Email List Building
"No one tells you HOW"
None of it worked because tactics without strategy is just noise.
Imagine Instead...
What would change if your book became the cornerstone of your authority?
#1 Bestseller in your category
Legitimate media features highlighting your expertise
Speaking invitations based on book success
Sales without constant self-promotion
Recognition as the leading voice in your industry
Two Paths to Authority
Whether you're an author seeking recognition or an expert needing conversion assets, we have your solution.
Author Authority Building
Transform From Obscure Author to Recognized Authority
From obscure author to recognized authority. Our proven methodology positions your book as the cornerstone of your expert brand through bestseller campaigns, media coverage, and strategic visibility.
Income Generating Interview™
The Authority-Building Interview That Sells Without Pitching
The conversion asset that feels like a podcast, converts like a webinar, and builds trust without the cringe. Perfect for coaches, consultants, and course creators who hate hard-selling.
Success Stories
Authors and experts who transformed their visibility
"Within 90 days, I went from 'just another business book' to Amazon #1 Bestseller with features in Forbes and Inc. The speaking invitations followed naturally."
#1 Bestseller, 3 National Media Features
Sarah Chen
Leadership Coach & Author
"I spent $15K on traditional PR with nothing to show. ESM's approach got me more visibility in 6 weeks than 2 years of DIY marketing."
47 Podcast Appearances, TEDx Invitation
Michael Torres
Executive Consultant & Author
"The Income Generating Interview completely changed my business. It sells while I sleep - no webinars, no hard pitches, just authentic conversation that converts."
$287K in IGI-attributed revenue
Jennifer Walsh
Business Strategist
Meet Heather Wagenhals
Founder & Authority Strategist
Creator of the Income Generating Interview™ methodology and founder of Elevated State Media. Expert in authority-building for authors and conversion-focused interview assets for coaches and consultants.
After helping hundreds of authors break through obscurity to bestseller status, she developed the systematic approaches that now power Elevated State Media's two product lines.
200+
Bestsellers Created
500+
Media Placements
75+
IGIs Produced