The Recognized Authority

Behind the Scenes: Building a Book from a Podcast


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Have you ever wondered if you could write a compelling book that resonates with your audience? Have you ever thought about starting a podcast?

In this episode, host Alastair McDermott shares his unique approach to turning his podcast, "The AI-Powered Thought Leader," into a valuable book on the same topic.

Alastair reveals his process, from selecting guests who can provide valuable insights to synthesizing their perspectives into a cohesive narrative.

He discusses:

  • Leveraging podcast conversations to scope out a book's structure and themes
  • Exploring the tension between AI tools and authentic thought leadership
  • Testing ideas and hypotheses through expert interviews
  • Developing a useful, practical resource for readers

Don't miss this rare glimpse into the making of a thought-provoking book.

Key Insights:

  • Repurposing podcast content into a book can be an effective strategy
  • Having conversations with experts helps scope out a book's themes and structure
  • Creating useful, practical content is essential for building authority
  • Podcasting allows synthesizing diverse perspectives on an emerging topic like AI
  • High-quality content like books and podcasts will help build sustained authority

Tune in and learn how to transform your own podcast into a cornerstone content piece that solidifies your expertise.

"Having these conversations really helps me to figure out the scope of the problem and the scope of the problem area." - Alastair McDermott

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