When Going Viral Doesn't Sell Books - Momentum Monday {ep. 195}

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When Going Viral Doesn’t Sell Books: Content Strategy That Actually Works for Authors
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In this Momentum Monday episode, Alexa shares the story of a “viral” Instagram post that brought in 100,000+ views and 400+ followers—but zero book sales. She breaks down why the right audience matters more than views, how to align your content with your goals, and a simple exercise to recalibrate your content strategy.
In this episode, Alexa discusses:

Why going viral with the wrong content doesn’t grow your author business
How a nostalgic New Kids on the Block post exploded—but didn’t lead to book sales
The difference between engagement for fun vs. engagement that supports your goals
What “content strategy” really means for authors and publishing professionals
Why you need to attract the right readers, not just more followers
How to think about your ideal audience and their emotional drivers
Examples of content that builds trust with readers and clients
Why you shouldn’t chase random followers or follow-for-follow tactics
How consistency impacts algorithms, visibility, and audience trust
A simple exercise to write one powerful, aligned piece of content
Why your content should invite people into a clear customer journey
The importance of optimized bios, links, calls to action, and welcome sequences
How the right content leads to real audience growth and book or service sales
What you’ll learn in the Content Strategy Bootcamp on December 4
How a $97 investment in strategy and systems can change how you market forever

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