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

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May 31, 2023 • 38min

SPS 212: Lessons Learned From 5,000+ Calls With Aspiring Authors with Chad Aleo (The Book On High Ticket Sales)

Today I'm joined by Chad Aleo...a Publishing Consultant at selfpublishing and the author of "The Book On High Ticket Sales". Over the past 5 years, Chad has had 5,000+ conversations with aspiring authors and brought in $10M+ in sales. In this interview, we talk about:-The 3 buckets that keep people from getting started with their book-“We live in a procrasti-nation” - how to overcome procrastination with your book-The common traits of the most successful authors Chad’s talked with-What our LEAST successful authors have in common…the things you need to avoidWe also talk about:-The difference between women & men deciding to write a book (controversial, but true in our experience)-The biggest takeaway from 5,000+ Publishing Consultation calls with aspiring authors (and how it applies to you)-How Chad wrote the rough draft of his book in 2 months-How to deal with rejection & negative feedback around your book-The common misconceptions around sales (and what to do instead) So much in the trenches experience shared in this interview! Listen & learn. :) If you want to talk with Chad about your book & how we can help, book a call with him here: https://selfpublishing.com/chadWatch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule Here are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki
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May 24, 2023 • 40min

SPS 211: Writing A Book While Raising 8 Kids & Running A 7 Figure Business with January Donavan

Calling all busy moms & business owners who want to write a book! Have you ever felt like it's impossible with everything you have going on? Today I'm joined by January Donovan, the founder of The Woman School and the author of Redefine Success For Women. In this interview we talk about:-Why January decided to write a book while raising 8 kids and running a 7 figure business (is she crazy?!)-Advice for busy moms who want to write a book -How January wrote her book in a month by planning everything out in 2 hours with her family, business, etc-How to use a book to launch your course and your course to create a book-How to launch your book successfully as a mom or business owner-How January used her book to start a book tour and grow her business-The most valuable part of working with us in our Author Advantage Accelerator programIf you're a mom and/or business owner thinking about or working on a book...you don't want to miss this episode!Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule Here are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki
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May 19, 2023 • 2min

It's my birthday, but guess who's getting a gift? That's right, it's YOU! Visit selfpublishing.com/birthday to grab it

I want to ship you a copy of our limited edition 90 Day Author Success Planner. We've discontinued this and there's only a handful left in stock, and I want to ship it to you if you do these 3 simple things as a birthday gift to me.Snatch your free copy here: https://selfpublishing.com/birthdayHere are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki
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May 17, 2023 • 43min

SPS 210: Profitably Running Book Ads & Staying At #1 For 135 Days Straight with Nate Hambrick

This might be the best episode we've ever had on how to sell books long term. I'm joined by Nate Hambrick...Publishing Consultant at selfpublishing.com and author of the book Crush Your Kryptonite. In this interview we go deep on what actually sells books long term, including: -Testing cover samples with 600+ people…why Nate did it and what he learned-The “Billy Ray Cirus” Launch…and why you want to avoid it like the plague-The 2 principles of Nate’s 90 day book sales plan-Breaking down your review goals - the 15 reviews per week strategy and how Nate got 440+ reviews on his bookWe also cover:-The 3 places to get more reviews for your book-The difference between book promo sites and book ads…the types of ads and what you should do to sell more books-The biggest thing that keeps people from writing their book (and how to get out of indecision)This episode was a masterclass in book marketing! Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule Here are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki
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May 15, 2023 • 4min

Announcement: Life Changing Event, Huge Speakers, And Prices Going Up Soon

We have exciting news to share about the upcoming "Author Advantage Live" event! Get ready for a remarkable experience as we reveal the impressive lineup of speakers who will grace the stage. This event is a must-attend for aspiring authors and book enthusiasts. With accomplished authors, industry leaders, and literary influencers taking the stage, you'll have the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, inspiration, and networking connections. Act fast because ticket prices for this event will be increasing soon! Secure your spot now and take advantage of early bird pricing. Don't miss out on this exceptional chance to immerse yourself in the world of literature and uncover the secrets to author success. Stay tuned for more updates and prepare for an incredible journey at "Author Advantage Live"!Here are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki
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May 10, 2023 • 39min

SPS 209: Your Two Weeks Notice & Doing $1M From Your Book Launch with Amy Porterfield (Behind The Scenes Of Her NYT Bestseller Launch)

Today I'm joined by Amy Porterfield...author of "Two Weeks Notice" and the host of the Online Marketing Made Easy podcast. Wow, what an interview! We talk about:-The core principles of the Two Weeks Notice and how they apply to authors who want to start a business-The difference between co-authoring a “For Dummies” book and launching your own book-The strategies Amy used to hit the New York Times bestseller list-The question all authors need to ask to maximize the launch of their bookWe also talked about using a book to generate $1M+ in sales for your business during launch week, including:-How Amy used digital courses to sell copies of the book-The 4 Phases of Amy's book launch...what are they and how did they work? (this was mind blowing)-How Amy sold 2,000+ books the day before her launch with a free masterclass-How Amy got 350+ reviews in less than 2 months and 100+ reviews right away-What you have to look forward to with Amy’s talk at Author Advantage LiveThis was an incredible episode! Don't miss it. P.S. Want to see Amy speak at Author Advantage Live? Grab your ticket before prices go up: AuthorAdvantageLive.comWatch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule Here are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki
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May 3, 2023 • 39min

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

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 bookWe 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 bookIf 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.comWatch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule Here are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki
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Apr 26, 2023 • 36min

SPS 207: How To Relaunch Your Book & Build Your Personal Brand with Andrew Biernat

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 bookThe importance of relaunching your book and the 5 types of relaunches to choose fromKey lessons and tips to help you relaunch your book successfullyOvercoming the #1 challenge authors face when working on their bookCommon traits of successful authors and tips to help you prepare for your first coaching callLessons learned from 100s of coaching calls with our authors and how that can help with your bookThis 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.Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule Here are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki
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Apr 19, 2023 • 45min

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

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 bookThe tactics she used to make a massive jump from selling only a few hundred copies to selling over 200,000 copies of her bookThe accidental strategy that resulted in $10,000 in sales in the first month from her blog and challengeHow she earned thousands of positive reviews for her book and achieved a 4.9 average ratingThe lessons she learned from self-publishing 6 books and traditionally publishing 1, and what she plans to do nextHow she landed a Netflix documentary, and the role her book played in making it happenCreating a quiz based on her book to grow her email list by over 100,000 subscribersIf 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.Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule Here are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki
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Apr 12, 2023 • 44min

SPS 205: Mind Your Mindset: How To Think Like An Author with Michael Hyatt

Sure, here's a rewritten version with SEO in mind, focusing on the keyword "how to become an author":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 process3 steps for improving your thinking and mindsetIdentifying and training your inner "Narrator" for optimal writing successStrategies for overcoming procrastination and self-doubt in your writing journeyTips for navigating negative self-talk during the editing processHow 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/spsSecure 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.Watch the free training: https://selfpublishing.com/freetrainingSchedule a no-cost call with our team: https://selfpublishing.com/schedule Here are some links that might come in handy: Apply for a free book consultation Register for our free on-demand training Must-watch episodes: SPS 044: Using A Free + Shipping Book Funnel with Anik Singal SPS 115: Using Atomic Habits To Write & Publish A Book with James Clear SPS 127: Traditional vs. Self Publishing: Which You Should Choose with Ruth Soukup SPS 095: The Five Love Languages: Selling 15 Million Copies with Gary Chapman SPS 056: How I Sold 46M Copies of My Self Published Book with Robert Kiyosaki

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