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Direct Sales in Self-Publishing with Katie Cross, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 10
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Jack, Kelli, and Emma spend time with friend of the pod, Katie Cross! This wide ranging conversation dives into the business of direct sales, building a community of readers, crowdfunding, and Katie's writing process.
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[Chapters]
00:00 Introduction to Direct Sales for Authors
00:41 Meet the Hosts and Guest
01:27 Katie Cross's Background and Journey
02:15 Accountability and Creative Projects
10:22 Tips from the Trenches: Self-Publishing Advice
22:47 Deep Dive into Direct Sales
34:15 Affiliate Program Challenges
34:51 Engaging with Readers: Coffee with Katie
35:55 Incentive Programs and Direct Sales
37:35 The Pressure of Direct Sales
41:46 Tracking Reader Behavior
43:45 Strategies for Direct Sales
54:33 Self-Narration Journey
01:05:05 Pricing and Sales Strategies
01:10:44 Launching Books 11 and 12: Ad Strategies and Long-Term Goals
01:12:28 Kickstarter Adventures: Diversifying Income Streams
01:15:50 The Network Series: Special Editions and Future Plans
01:18:02 Balancing Multiple Revenue Streams: KU, Direct Sales, and Kickstarter
01:24:07 The Writing Journey: From Nursing to Full-Time Author
01:28:57 The Katie Cross Method: Writing, Outlining, and Productivity
01:43:34 Upcoming Releases and Future Plans
01:44:55 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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