

SPS 246 Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book, 4M+ Copies In 3 Years with James Clear
Jan 24, 2024
In a fascinating conversation with James Clear, the author of the bestselling 'Atomic Habits,' he shares his incredible journey from blogger to renowned writer. He reveals how audience engagement through strategic newsletters played a pivotal role in his success. James also discusses his meticulous writing routine, emphasizing the importance of habit-building. He delves into aligning creative vision with reader desires and shares smart marketing strategies that propelled 'Atomic Habits' to fame. This session brims with actionable insights for aspiring authors.
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James Clear's Writing Journey
- James Clear started writing weekly articles in 2012, building his voice and audience over three years.
- This long commitment led naturally to signing a book deal and working on Atomic Habits.
Gauge Audience Interest Well
- Use qualitative feedback from emails and social media to gauge what content resonates.
- Combine data like page views and shares with gut instincts to find top topics.
Capture Ideas to Write Faster
- Capture ideas immediately using tools like Asana to avoid starting drafts from scratch.
- Use collected notes to rewrite and compress into a strong first draft efficiently.