126. The Formula for Writing a Bestseller for an Income Stream with Cheli Grace

Cheli Grace’s story is one of true determination. Despite facing the challenge of juggling her career, children, family, writing and publishing a book; not only did she persevere, her book became a 6X International Best-Selling Series. And this is how she got featured on National News, multiple magazine articles, radio shows and podcasts. As she shared her knowledge and wisdom with others, it created a massive impact through her business which enabled her to become a successful 7-figure earner.  Has anyone ever said to you, “You should write a book”...?  Well today, Deb talks to Cheli about strategies in getting that book that’s inside you written and published so your vision can become a reality. 

 

[00:01 10:13] Opening Segment /Creating a Successful and Sustainable Book

Take a pulse of what’s happening: Know your niche and what readers need to know. Create your platform: Be visible on social media and do speaking engagements.  Focus on “The One Thing”: Make yourself stand out as an expert. Follow a formula: Have a launchpad and strategy for success. Aim for sustainability: think about how the book can be part of your business strategy

   

[10:14 -19:54]  5 Strategies for Leveraging Your Book as Your Platform 

Create an Ebook and give it away for free for potential clients and prospects.    Send personalized signed copies of your book to school superintendents and other industry leaders.  Create a companion workbook or course to your book to engage readers.   Look at the content you already have, create a plan and put it into a format that’s easy to understand.  Niche down and focus on delivering value to a specific audience.

   

[19:55 -27:32] Creating a Book from Existing Content

Be clear on why you want to write the book; do you want speaking engagements, scale your business, etc. Repurpose existing content like social media posts, blogs, and podcasts for the book. Write the book with a single core message. Consider professional self-publishing so you can retain ownership of your rights and royalties. Think of the book as your overall brand.

 

[27:33 -33:11] The 5 Steps to Get Started on Writing a Successful Book

Find a Powerful Sounding Board: Having someone who can provide feedback and guidance on your book idea is key. A sounding board can help you refine your book title, topic and overall message to ensure that it resonates with your audience.   Be Pithy: Capture your audience's attention in a nanosecond with a concise, yet powerful title and message. Keep your message short and sweet, yet full of information that will engage readers. Repurpose Dissertations: If you have a doctoral dissertation that is sitting on your shelf, consider repurposing it for the mass market. Make the content fun, riveting and engaging so that readers understand it quickly. Join a Community: Writing can be transformational, and it's important to get support and accountability from a writing community. Knowing that your book can change someone's life can be a great motivator to get started. Reach Out for Help: If you're feeling overwhelmed, don't hesitate to reach out for help. Consider talking to an experienced author or coach who can provide guidance and support throughout the writing process. 

 

[33:12 - 34:19] Closing Segment 

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Connect with Cheli Grace

Website: https://booktomillions.com/ 

Facebook: Cheli Grace | Facebook

Instagram: @cheligraceofficial

Twitter: @CheliGraceBiz

LInkedIn:  Cheli Grace, M. Ed. Author/Publisher | LinkedIn

Youtube: Cheli Grace - YouTube

 

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Tweetable Quotes:

 “It's just about putting the intention out there and saying, “Hey, I'm writing a book. What do you think? Can you help me expand the mission that I'm trying to put out in the world.”-Cheli Grace

 

 “You have to go out there. It's about visibility, right? It's about getting known.”. -Cheli Grace 

 

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