134: Making Your Big Idea a Bestselling Book with Jake Kelfer
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Today, we have an awesome episode with Jake Kelfer, a lifestyle entrepreneur, best-selling author, and book coach who’s here to drop some serious knowledge bombs.
Writing a book can change your life and business! That’s why Jake founded Big Idea to Bestseller, helping others share their message with the world. We get into the nitty-gritty of writing and publishing a book. Whether you’ve been dreaming about writing your first book or you're just curious about the process, Jake gives us the lowdown on outlining, staying productive, and why you don’t need to be the best writer in the world to get started. Plus, learn how a book can be a game-changer for your business and personal growth.
And guess what? Alessia shares her journey of hitting bestseller status on launch day, despite getting hit with the worst flu of her life!
Jake even throws in an offer for a free book to help you get started on your writing journey and talks about his killer marketing services for authors. You won’t want to miss this one. So, grab your headphones and get ready for some seriously inspiring stories and tips to help you crush your book. Let’s dive in!
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TIMESTAMPS:
[01:03] Introduction of guest Jake Kelfer, a coach for aspiring authors and entrepreneurs.
[02:34] Jake discusses how many authors end up writing a different book than they originally planned.
[04:02] Jake explains the importance of writing a book not just to write but to grow a business and credibility.
[07:10] The discussion about book sales statistics and the challenges of publishing a successful book.
[09:22] Jake shares how he launched a successful publishing business by ignoring negative statistics and focusing on impactful results.
[13:00] Jake outlines the multiple ways a book can serve as a versatile marketing tool for business growth.
[16:24] Jake recounts his experience working for the Lakers and how it inspired him to write his first book.
[20:22] The personal development journey that comes with writing a book is likened to "steroids on steroids."
[24:05] Introduction of the "Avengers process" for outlining a book, involving Spider-Man, Ant-Man, and Iron Man phases.
[39:57] Discussion on motivation and how to handle days when you don't feel motivated to work.
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Get a FREE copy of Jake's bestselling book, Big Idea To Bestseller at bigideatobestseller.com/free-book
Social: @jakekelfer
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