Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business

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SPS 208: Landing Your Dream Job & Advice From In The Trenches Doing 2,800+ Author Coaching Calls with Michael Lachance May 03, 2023

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Today I'm joined by Michael Lachance...author of "Land Your Dream Job" and the Author Success Manager at selfpublishing.com.
In this interview, we talk about:
-A book as a $15 mentor and why Michael decided to write a book
-Why & how to identify your ideal avatar with your book
-Why your book isn’t for everyone and how to narrow the scope of who you’re writing for
-How to dial in Amazon ads for your book
We also talk about Michael's advice coaching 1,000's of our authors through the process:
-The #1 challenge Michael sees our authors face (from 2,800+ calls 1-1 with our authors)
-The 2 groups of people & how they show up when starting to write their book
-The commonalities of our most successful authors that you can emulate
-The one question to keep asking throughout the process that will help you be more successful with your book
If you're looking for real world book writing advice from in the trenches...you don't want to miss this episode.
P.S. Want to see Michael speak at Author Advantage Live? Grab your ticket before prices go up here: AuthorAdvantageLive.com

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SPS 207: How To Relaunch Your Book & Build Your Personal Brand with Andrew Biernat Apr 26, 2023

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Join me as I speak with Andrew Biernat, a renowned Author Success Coach at selfpublishing.com. In this exclusive interview, we discuss the most important steps you need to take to build a strong personal brand and grow your online presence.

Andrew shares his expertise on:

Turning your experience into a bestselling book
The importance of relaunching your book and the 5 types of relaunches to choose from
Key lessons and tips to help you relaunch your book successfully
Overcoming the #1 challenge authors face when working on their book
Common traits of successful authors and tips to help you prepare for your first coaching call
Lessons learned from 100s of coaching calls with our authors and how that can help with your book

This interview is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their personal brand and authorship. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from Andrew and take your book to the next level.

P.S. Want to receive personalized coaching from Andrew for your book? Schedule a call with our team today at https://selfpublishing.com/schedule.

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SPS 206: From 100’s Of Copies To 230,000+ Books Sold In 2 Years…How I Did It with Tiffany Aliche Apr 19, 2023

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Get ready for an exciting and informative interview with Tiffany Aliche, also known as The Budgetnista, Netflix Documentary Host, and author of "Get Good With Money". In this podcast episode, we delve into Tiffany's book marketing strategies that helped her sell 230,000 copies of her book in just 2 years.

During the interview, Tiffany shares her insights on:

How her experience as a school teacher helped her write her first book, and tips for other educators looking to publish a book
The tactics she used to make a massive jump from selling only a few hundred copies to selling over 200,000 copies of her book
The accidental strategy that resulted in $10,000 in sales in the first month from her blog and challenge
How she earned thousands of positive reviews for her book and achieved a 4.9 average rating
The lessons she learned from self-publishing 6 books and traditionally publishing 1, and what she plans to do next
How she landed a Netflix documentary, and the role her book played in making it happen
Creating a quiz based on her book to grow her email list by over 100,000 subscribers

If you're an author looking to boost your book sales, you won't want to miss this interview with Tiffany Aliche. Listen now and learn valuable book marketing tips from one of the best in the business.

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SPS 205: Mind Your Mindset: How To Think Like An Author with Michael Hyatt Apr 12, 2023

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Join me as I chat with Michael Hyatt, the author of "Mind Your Mindset", as he shares valuable tips on how to become an author and overcome common writing obstacles.

In this interview, Michael discusses:

Overcoming negative self-talk and false stories that hinder the writing process
3 steps for improving your thinking and mindset
Identifying and training your inner "Narrator" for optimal writing success
Strategies for overcoming procrastination and self-doubt in your writing journey
Tips for navigating negative self-talk during the editing process
How Michael hit the New York Times list for 40 weeks and sold hundreds of thousands of copies of his book by training his "Narrator"
The importance of having a coach to help you train your inner "Narrator"

If you're an aspiring author who's struggling with self-doubt or negative thoughts during the writing process, this interview with Michael Hyatt is a must-listen. Don't miss out on his expert insights and tips for becoming a successful author.

Love this interview? Here are two things you can do next:

Purchase Michael's new book "Mind Your Mindset" and receive valuable bonuses at https://mindyourmindsetbook.com/sps
Secure your ticket for Author Advantage Live to see Michael speak live and get a free copy of his book (available to the first 100 VIP ticket purchasers) at AuthorAdvantageLive.com.

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SPS 204: High Performance Author: Lessons Learned From Kobe, Durant & Steph with Alan Stein Jr. Apr 05, 2023

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Join Alan Stein, a renowned coach to NBA stars such as Kobe Bryant, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant, as we discuss how to become a successful speaker. Discover the secrets of high performance from the best of the best in the NBA, and learn from Alan's funny story with a 15-year-old Kevin Durant. In addition, we'll delve into the three critical differences between average performers and elite performers, and what it takes to work with a professional writer.

But that's not all - if you're looking to get into the speaking game, you'll want to stick around to hear Alan's expert advice on how to land your first corporate speaking gigs and grow your speaking business by leveraging a book. Find out why sending books to decision-makers is a powerful tactic and how it can help you book more keynote speeches.

Whether you're an NBA fan or an aspiring speaker, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Tune in now to learn how to become a successful speaker!

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SPS 203: Using Your Military Experience To Write A Great Book with General Mari K Eder Mar 28, 2023

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Join me as I interview U.S. Army Major General Mari K Eder, author of "The Girls Who Stepped Out Of Line" and other military books. Discover how Mari self-published her first two books and transitioned from writing articles to writing books. Learn how to write better military nonfiction and historical fiction through Mari's experience working in the military. Find out what TTP is and how to avoid giving away military secrets in your book. Get inspired as Mari shares how she wrote her book in just two months and provides advice for others in the military who want to write a book. If you're a military professional interested in publishing a book, this episode is a must-listen!

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SPS 202: From Book To Entrepreneur & 8M+ TEDx Talk Views with Carrie Green (Female Author Association) Mar 21, 2023

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Join me as I talk to Carrie Green, the founder of the Female Entrepreneur Association and author of "She Means Business", about how to write a business book. In this episode, we discuss some interesting topics including how Carrie got her publishing deal, how to gain the confidence and clarity to get your draft done, and how to write a book that resonates with readers. We also delve into how to get more reviews for your book, the power of a TEDx talk, and how to use your book to grow your business or association.

If you're a female entrepreneur or author looking to write a business book, you won't want to miss this episode! Carrie shares some great insights that will help you take your book from idea to published reality. Tune in now!

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SPS 201: What I Learned Publishing 50 Fiction Novels In 22 Years with Tim Waggoner Mar 14, 2023

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Join me and Tim Waggoner, a successful fiction author with 50+ books under his belt, in this episode as we discuss the secrets to writing a novel.

In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics, including:

Tim's journey from writing his first book at 19 to publishing his first book at 36, and the lessons he learned along the way
The importance of finding your writing process, whether you're a plotter or a pantser
What media tie-in books are, and how to get involved in this type of writing
Tips for new and experienced writers, and what commonalities Tim has found in his best-selling books
The most critical aspect of marketing your fiction work

If you're an aspiring or experienced fiction writer, you won't want to miss this episode! Tune in now to learn from Tim's experience and expertise on how to write a novel that captivates readers.

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SPS 200: To The Girl Who Wants To Write Books About Her Faith with Grace Valentine Mar 07, 2023

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Join me for this episode with Grace Valentine, author of several books, including "Am I Enough", "Is It Just Me", and "To The Girl Looking For More", as we discuss how to write a christian book. Grace shares her journey of getting her first traditional book deal at only 20 years old and why she decided to write about her faith. She also offers insights on how to decide how much of your faith to include in your book, the importance of being clear on your target audience, and using mini-books. We also cover topics such as getting paid speaking gigs, hiring an agent, and writing a devotional book. If you're considering writing a christian book, don't miss this episode!

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SPS 199: Ten Ways to Sell Books Through Media Appearances with Steve Harrison Feb 28, 2023

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Join me for this episode with Steve Harrison, the man behind the launches of Chicken Soup For The Soul and Rich Dad Poor Dad, as we discuss book launch strategies. Steve is also the creator of the National Publicity Summit. In this interview, we delve into the power of media and publicity for promoting your book, and cover topics like lead times for different publications, creating a "hook" to get a yes from the media, making your book "mediagenic", and building your "Fabulous Fifty" list of media contacts to reach out to. We also discuss how to maximize media appearances to sell more books. Don't miss this episode if you're an author interested in leveraging media and publicity to sell more books! Visit https://authorsuccess.com/chandler/ for three free publicity resources to promote your book, and check out Steve's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SteveHarrisonFan/.

Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation
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