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Predictable B2B Success

Persuading Through the Page: Joshua Lisec on Establishing Authority and Crafting Lead-Generating Nonfiction Books

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  • April 24th 2024

Welcome to Predictable B2B Success, where we explore the strategies that fuel thriving B2B businesses. In today's episode, we're thrilled to introduce Joshua Lisec, the go-to ghostwriter for the Internet's favorite experts and a maestro of persuasive nonfiction that turns readers into leads. 

Imagine having a silent ambassador that works tirelessly, convincing your ideal clients of your superiority without you having to say a word. Joshua is here to unveil how a well-crafted book can act as your 24/7 salesperson, outperforming any business card or digital ad with its sublime persuasive power. 

Get ready to discover what 68% of B2B businesses are missing in lead generation and why 53% of marketers might be investing their budgets in strategies that could fall short. Joshua doesn't just share tactics; he shares a revolution in B2B thought leadership and lead conversion. 

From the emotional resonance of risk handling to the granular details that make each story pop, this episode is a treasure trove for leaders looking to create a lasting impact. Tune in and let Joshua Lisec guide you through the intricacies of harnessing the written word to redefine success in your business. Stay with us, and let's transform your expertise into a compelling, lead-generating powerhouse!

Some areas we explore in this episode include:

  • The Role of Emotional Persuasion in B2B: Joshua Lisec discusses how reorganizing thoughts and addressing emotional aspects can impact the persuasive process in business settings.
  • Mitigating Perceived Risks: The conversation includes strategies to alleviate the perceived risks of hiring a vendor, a critical step in building trust with potential B2B clients.
  • Creating Lasting Impacts with Books: The episode explores the use of books as a long-term lead generation and persuasion tool rather than temporary trends or marketing materials.
  • Audience Building Strategies: Before publishing, Joshua highlights the importance of building an audience through various platforms such as social media and influencers to ensure maximum book traction.
  • Unconventional Insights in Content: Joshua encourages tapping into unique stories and thinking counterintuitively to offer fresh insights in a niche, which can differentiate leaders and their content.
  • Books as Superior Marketing Collateral: The episode discusses the advantages of having a book at events and its superiority over traditional business cards and other marketing materials.
  • The Value Proposition of Books: Key points include the importance of book presentation, value proposition, and its perpetual reminder of value to the prospect.
  • Structuring Nonfiction Books for Business: Joshua talks about using templates and direct response copywriting techniques to create nonfiction books with commercial viability.
  • Embedding Sales Processes in Books: The episode covers the importance of accurately capturing an author's sales process and unique system to communicate their value proposition effectively.
  • The Effectiveness of Books in B2B Lead Generation: Joshua Lisec and the host discuss the significance of books in altering prospects' beliefs and priorities, supported by social proof and case studies, and books' broader role in the lead generation landscape for B2B businesses.
  • And much, much more...

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