Learn Speak Teach Episode #118 with John David Mann.
Many authors have difficulty finding the key factor that will make their work stand out. As a result, they often end up with books that fail to make the desired impact on readers. So, what’s the secret behind every successful book?
Today, John David Mann sheds light on the key factors that contribute to a book’s success. John is an award-winning author and writing coach, best known for co-authoring the New York Times bestseller The Go-Giver. With over 40 books to his name, he has established himself as a powerful voice in the writing community.
In the episode, John discusses the elements that made The Go-Giver irresistible to readers. Additionally, he introduces his online course Book Concepts That Sell, designed to provide writers with practical advice and insightful strategies to improve their writing.
John also dives into the limitations of AI in writing, emphasizing its inability to capture true creativity and originality. Moreover, he shares insights on the power of partnerships in writing, highlighting the key red flags and green lights to watch for when collaborating with other authors.
Finally, John reveals his “secret sauce” for writing success and the motivation that drives his passion for writing. Let’s tap into some of his wisdom.
During this episode, you will learn about:
[01:49] Common trait of successful books
[07:21] The Go-Giver: https://johndavidmann.com/books/the-go-giver/
[15:00] Current focus
[16:10] AI limitations
[20:03] Online course: https://bookconceptmagic.com/
[24:06] Partnership with other authors
[28:31] Red flags & green lights
[33:00] John’s secret sauce
[43:06] Newsletter: https://johndavidmann.com/newsletter/
[46:48] Writing Motivation
[47:52] Connect with John David Mann
• Website: https://johndavidmann.com/
Key Takeaways:
• Every successful book has a magnetically compelling and irresistible core concept. ~John David Mann [01:49]
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