How I wrote the #1 Bestselling Book on Youtube for Real Estate

So, you're thinking of diving into the world of book writing, huh? Let me take you through my own rollercoaster ride from blank page to published book—it's been quite the journey, let me tell you.

I decided to write Passive Prospecting because I knew I wanted to share these principles with you. It changed my life and I know that it can change yours too. But this is not an easy or a quick process. It takes determination, persistence, and clarity.

So here are some tips that I picked up along the way that may help you if you are thinking about writing a book. 

A Solid Game Plan

Before I even put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard), I had to chart out my course. Different strokes for different folks, right? Some thrive on typing away, while I found my flow speaking my thoughts. Figuring that out was like having a trusty compass guiding me along the writing path.

Tackling the Empty Page

Let's be real, starting anything new can feel like staring at a mountain you've got to climb. Writing was no exception. But the trick? Just dive in. The first draft of anything is not going to be great but you have to start somewhere. Just start writing and get everything that you want to say onto paper. Then the real work begins. 

Picking Up Tips and Tricks

I knew I wasn’t going to be able to write this book myself, so the easiest place I thought to look was at the people that had done it before me. I turned to the greats from various fields for inspiration. I borrowed a bit here and there, tweaking their methods to suit my own rhythm.

Choosing Quality

I took a crack at doing things myself—Fiverr, DIY formatting, you name it. But quality wasn't in the mix. So, I switched gears and placed my bet on the professionals—a reputable publisher. Their expertise turned my book from good to gold, right from content to design.

Beyond Just One Niche

Sure, my book began as a guide strictly for real estate agents, but these principles can be applied to any industry— for any small business owner out there.

Evolving, Improving, and Never Settling

The gratification that I felt when the book was finally finished and ready for publication is hard to describe. But I can tell you that all of that work does not go to waste. 

The thing is, I want to get better every day, every week, and every year. So, who knows? Maybe a second edition will be released sooner than you think.

Make sure that you have a gameplan. It is not an easy task and there are going to be some times where you want to give up. If that sounds like you, I just want to give you a piece of advice. 

Just finish the first draft. 

After you have all of your ideas out on paper, the editing and rewriting process becomes much easier. 

If you're gearing up for your own writing adventure, these lessons might just be the compass you need in your creative journey.