138 10,000 Book Copies Sold in 3 Months with Jesse J. Anderson
Jan 24, 2024
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Author Jesse J. Anderson, who wrote 'Extra Focus' about adult ADHD, discusses how he sold 10,000 copies in 3 months. Topics include understanding ADHD, self-publishing, selling on Amazon, writing challenges, book review gathering strategies, and social media marketing.
Jesse J. Anderson successfully sold 10,000 copies of his book in just 3 months, which can be attributed to his strong social media presence and effective marketing strategies.
Jesse's personal experience and insights on living with ADHD guided him in writing a book that has helped others navigate their own ADHD journeys, highlighting the importance of sharing personal experiences to create meaningful impact.
Deep dives
Jesse Anderson's Background and Journey
Jesse Anderson, author of 'Extra Focus: The Quick Start Guide to Adult ADHD', shares his personal experience living with ADHD, how he started writing about it, and how his insights have helped others navigate their own ADHD journeys.
Understanding ADHD
ADHD is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects the brain's ability to regulate dopamine and serotonin. Symptoms include distractibility, difficulties with time, memory, emotional regulation, and impulsivity. ADHD is believed to have a genetic component, and a significant portion of adults have ADHD without being diagnosed.
Writing and Publishing Process
Jesse Anderson talks about his journey of writing the book, which took over two years, during which he faced ups and downs due to his full-time job and family responsibilities. He hired an editor to help him stay on track with deadlines and utilized beta readers to receive feedback and create a sense of accountability.
Marketing and Sales Success
Jesse's strong social media presence and engagement helped him market the book effectively. He regularly posted relatable content and links to the book, which generated sales. He also received positive reviews and leveraged word-of-mouth recommendations. Jesse's book sales have exceeded expectations, and he is close to hitting 10,000 copies sold within a few months of launch.
Jesse J. Anderson is the author of Extra Focus, a book about guiding people on adult ADHD. On this episode, we talk about how he sold 10,000 copies in the first 3 months.
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