Welcome to my Amazon Biography page, and truth be told, I enjoy reading other authors' biographies. I love how many of them will talk in the third person to make themselves sound important. I guess that method works because most biographies are written that way. Hey... If you cannot beat them, join them; isn't that how the old saying goes?Let me give it a try... Thirdperson mode "ACTIVATED!" Tim Beachum currently resides in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and is the founder of 4th Generation Communications LLC. Mr. Beachum has been in the marketing and advertising space for more than 20 years. Mr. Beachum is also a sought-after Digital Marketing Consultant, published author, and public speaker. ...and let's not forget... A licensed practice hypnotherapist. Ok... Ok... I was reading what I wrote, and to me, it sounds ridiculous. Don't get me wrong... everything that I said above is true; My problem is trying to make it sound like I didn't write it. Maybe it's just me, but it feels weird. Let me try something else here... You already know my name is Tim Beachum, and I am an EXTREMELY laid-back guy. Let me share a quick story that will have you laughing with tears. When I was in the 7th or 8th grade, I became a finalist in my school's spelling bee contest. My mother was so proud of me. Finally... The big day arrived. I was the second or third person to be called up in front of a gymnasium of what seemed like a thousand people (although it was only 100, maybe 120 at best). The announcer said, "Mr. Beachum, spell spelling."I was sure that everyone in the room could hear my heart beating. I took a big gulp, leaned forward, and said, "Could you use it in a sentence."You could hear the entire room gasp simultaneously, and I am sure they thought I was the stupidest kid ever to walk the earth. The announcer said, trying not to laugh, "You are currently amid a spelling bee, being asked to spell the word spelling."That was it... the crowd exploded with laughter! I could feel the beads of sweat forming on my forehead and rolling down my face. The gym lights that I had stood under daily for the entire school year felt like the sun was directly above me. I am talking about within my touch. At this time, the announcer, laughing himself, asked the crowd to settle down. Once the room had filled with silence again, I leaned forward toward the microphone and began to speak. I have no recollection of what I said, but I remember everyone fighting back their laughter, including the announcer, who eventually said, "I'm sorry... That is incorrect!"I misspelled the word "spelling " in a spelling bee contest. There was a banner at the back of the room with the phrase "spelling bee" written in big, bold letters. My mother, who was always my biggest supporter, said nothing on the car ride home. Later that evening, I apologized to my mother for embarrassing her by missing such an easy word. Fast forward to the present... I have sold many books over the years, and it always makes me laugh inside at the kid who misspelled spelling bee and managed to generate six figures a year writing books. I love all the positive feedback that I receive from people worldwide who enjoy what I do. As far as biographies go, just ask my friend if you want to know anything else about me. Read more about this authorRead less about this author