What have you asked yourself before writing a book? Drawing from personal experience and lessons learned from writing and publishing bestsellers, I give you ten essential questions to consider before embarking on the writing journey.

From defining the book's purpose to preparing for potential challenges, each question serves as a guide for you to inspire growth, and leave a lasting mark on the world through your book and inside your business and professional life.

• What is the purpose of your book? Defining the overarching goal, whether it's sharing expertise, solving a problem, inspiring others, or leaving a legacy.
• Who is your target audience? Identifying demographics, interests, and pain points of potential readers to ensure resonance with the intended audience.
• What is your unique story? Highlighting personal experiences, insights, and expertise to differentiate your perspective and establish credibility.
• How does your book align with your business goals? Exploring the ways the book supports broader business objectives, such as lead generation and establishing authority.
• Are you willing to invest the time and effort? Emphasising the commitment required for writing and publishing a quality book within a reasonable timeframe.
• Do you have a clear message and outline? Crafting a concise and engaging message while structuring the book to deliver value effectively.
• Are you open to feedback? Embracing constructive criticism from editors and proofreaders to refine the manuscript and enhance readability.
• How will you promote and market your book? Developing a comprehensive marketing plan pre, during, and post-release, leveraging various channels to engage the audience.
• Are you prepared for potential challenges? Anticipating and addressing obstacles like self-doubt and logistical hurdles to navigate the writing and publishing process successfully.
• What does success look like to you? Defining success metrics and outcomes, whether it's royalties, legacy, or impact, to align expectations and measure achievement

If you're on the fence about writing a book, listen to this episode because it's going to get you over that hump!

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