Ep 33: High-Paying Clients with LESS than 10k followers
Sep 2, 2024
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In this engaging conversation, Brian Ellwood, a seasoned author and coach, shares his transformative journey from corporate life to real estate investing, leading to his passion for online coaching. He reveals how writing books can serve as a powerful lead-generation tool, drawing high-ticket clients even with limited social media followers. Brian emphasizes the value of storytelling, discusses the benefits of self-publishing, and offers practical tips for aspiring writers to ensure their books align with their business goals. A must-listen for entrepreneurs!
Writing a book can serve as a powerful lead-generation tool, establishing authority and creating a lasting impact in one's niche.
Authors can leverage existing content to create structured narratives for their books, aligning the material with business goals to ensure coherence.
Deep dives
The Power of Books for Lead Generation
Books can serve as effective tools for generating leads in a business and establishing authority within a niche. Unlike social media posts that quickly fade from visibility, books provide a lasting impact, with the potential for readers to form deeper connections with the author. For example, an author can evolve the content of their book into various formats such as audiobooks, videos, and blog posts, maximizing its reach across different platforms. This broadens the audience and develops a loyal following, as readers who engage with the book often feel a sense of familiarity with the author.
Building a Legacy Through Writing
Writing books allows individuals to create a permanent legacy while sharing their expertise with the world. An author can encapsulate their life experiences and knowledge, making it accessible not just to immediate clients but also for future generations. This approach resonates with certain creators, who prefer the timelessness of a written piece compared to the fleeting nature of social media content. By creating a robust lead magnet like a book, authors can intrigue potential clients with their knowledge while authentically establishing their identity in their field.
Crafting Compelling Offers for Your Audience
The effectiveness of a book in converting leads often ties back to how well the author's offer aligns with the content of the book. An author should optimize the customer journey by ensuring the backend service or product resonates with potential readers' needs. For instance, an author might write a book titled 'How to Grow to 100K on Instagram,' while simultaneously offering coaching services that dive deeper into that subject. This congruence makes the transition from reader to client feel seamless and natural.
Getting Started with the Writing Process
To embark on the journey of writing a book, authors need to find the right starting point that complements their existing skills or audience awareness. A foundational step involves developing a detailed book outline, which can be supported by previously created content such as blog posts or podcast episodes. This method enhances efficiency, allowing the author to gradually compile materials into a coherent book while still engaging with their audience through other media. Ultimately, the goal is to create a structured narrative that resonates with the target audience and addresses their specific challenges.
In today's episode, I sit down with Brian Ellwood (@brian.ellwood 7k), a seasoned author and coach who has mastered the art of using books to generate leads for his business. Brian shares his journey from the corporate world to real estate investing, and eventually into online coaching, where he discovered the power of writing books to attract high-ticket clients. We dive deep into the strategies behind using books as a lead-generation tool, the importance of creating evergreen content, and how books can help build a lasting legacy.
Brian also offers practical advice on how to get started with writing a book, even if you’re not a writer, and how to ensure your book aligns perfectly with your business goals. Whether you're an established entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode will inspire you to think differently about how to grow your business.
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