Understanding the Rules of Self-Publishing with Becca Syme, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 18

In this episode of the Book Funnel podcast, host Jack Shilkaitis and co-hosts Kelly Tanzi and Emma Alisyn welcome author success coach Becca Syme. They discuss various topics related to self-publishing, including effective strategies for book signings, the importance of understanding one's writing process, and the nuances of social media engagement. Becca emphasizes the significance of knowing the rules of the publishing game and maintaining a strong will to publish, regardless of external fluctuations in sales or market trends. The conversation highlights the need for self-awareness and adaptability in an ever-changing industry, encouraging authors to focus on their motivations and joy in writing.Better Faster Academyhttps://betterfasteracademy.com/time-...Becca's YouTube Channel  / beccasyme Becca's Amazon Author Pagehttps://www.amazon.com/stores/author/...Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction05:09 Tips from the Trenches: Author Insights10:18 Understanding the Game of Publishing18:46 Core Motivations and Author Success30:00 Understanding Higher Order Motivations32:02 The Struggle with Social Media Engagement34:18 Navigating Discoverability in a Saturated Market36:18 The Importance of Personal Choice in Writing38:49 The Emotional Toll of Writing and Creativity41:39 Understanding the Rules of Publishing44:16 The Unpredictability of Success in Publishing55:49 Covenants for Resilience in Writing01:02:08 Outro