#26 The Kory Kirby Route
Episode description
Kory Kirby is a publishing strategist who helps experts write and publish books people actually read.
In this episode, Kory shares his journey from biking down the US West Coast to becoming a successful publishing strategist, showing solopreneurs how to build a business that aligns with their lifestyle. After self-publishing a book inspired by his travels, he learned by doing until he got an unexpected break. Through hard-earned lessons, strategic partnerships, and a relentless focus on clarity and niche specialization, Kory thrives on his terms.
(00:00) A self-taught journey to publishing a book
(04:59) From minimum wage to Upwork hustle
(11:55) The importance of mentorship in business
(23:46) How a simple connection led to $15,000 in revenue
(27:41) Why strategic partnership is crucial
(29:51) Choosing a lifestyle over a job
(33:29) The reality of focused work hours
(36:51) How to write a book in one week
(45:53) Saving time by letting go
(50:39) Strategies for building passive income through authorship
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