The Secrets to Writing a Best-Selling Book | Ep. 366 with Clay Manley (Part 4; True Strength Series)

We are back with multiple 2x-times best-selling author Clay Manley. Clay is an award-winning copywriter who went from working with some of the biggest brands in the world to now a non-fiction author. His story is incredible. His devotion to his craft is extraordinary. His work is world-class. And today, I want to dive into ALL of that…and then some as we peel back the curtain even more on the habits, routines, and processes of what makes a prolific author like him tick. 

Here is some of what I ask Clay today on Part 2 of his interview that started on last week’s IMPACT SHOW podcast:

• You went from working on some of the biggest brands in the world like Marvel and Petco…to now being a nonfiction author. How did you make that transition? 

• Walk us through your creative process. How do you approach co-authoring, or ghostwriting a book? 

• What are your unique rituals or habits you have for writing a book? 

• Talk more about “creative windows.” How do YOU create them or when do you find you are MOST creative? 

• Talk even more about your creative writing process. Give us some of your top secrets…

• Where did you physically WRITE the majority of our TRUE STRENGTH book? Explain that process…

• For someone who has a tough time writing or getting “blocks” of time, what are some of your recommendations?

• I know you have this BHAG goal of writing 10 New York Times Best Selling books. Why 10? How did you come up with this goal?

• Do you think everyone has ONE BOOK in them?

• What does your day-to-day routine look like? How often are you reading, or writing? Who are some of your favorite authors?

• What are some of the unique challenges you face as a co-author, and ghostwriter and how do you overcome them?

• How do you strike a balance between honoring the author's vision and infusing your own creativity into the work?

• How do you handle negative reviews or criticism of your work?

• Who inspires you?

• What gives you TRUE STRENGTH?

• What’s next for you? 

It is said that if you want to be great, you must “Embrace the Process.”  This episode gives you all the behind-the-scenes” look at the routines, rituals, and habits of a best-selling author and copywriter.  

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About Clay Manley (Guest)

Clay Manley is a proud father, Simon & Schuster-published author, and prize-winning copywriter and marketing consultant on a bold mission to co-author 10 New York Times bestselling books alongside his next 10 clients. His work has earned accolades from the American Writers & Artists Institute (AWAI), Forbes, and Inc. 5000. And his words have been endorsed by world-renowned leaders, entrepreneurs, and athletes including New York Times bestselling author John C. Maxwell, international keynote speaker and entrepreneur Justin Prince, and ultra-en-durance athlete and Ironman world record-holder James "The Iron Cowboy" Lawrence. A native of Wheaton, Illinois, and a graduate of Indiana University, Clay now lives in Summerville, South Carolina with his wife, Kelli, their son, Weston, and their cat, Frankie. For inquiries, contact [email protected]. For insight and inspiration, follow Clay on Instagram at @Clay.Manley.

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