Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I just published my 4th book.
I’m an American entrepreneur, business development expert, influencer, author, and keynote speaker.
I lost everything after being diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor but fought against all the odds to recover and return to the marketplace. I also survived Type-1 Diabetes, grand mal seizures, multiple comas, and recurring memory issues.
Despite these challenges, I’m helping thousands to reach their goals through mentoring, speaking, and books.
In 2015 I launched “Success, Motivation & Inspiration” where I encourage other entrepreneurs to achieve success in their own lives. I continue to publish books on leadership, personal branding, communication, and personal branding that combine life lessons with inspiring interviews.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
“How To Be Successful: Think Like A Leader” is my most recent book.
By the time I was 27 years old, I owned a number of companies in various industries including medical, fashion, manufacturing, distribution, and pharmaceuticals. I had become successful at a young age and life was great!
Everything changed when I started having daily grand mal seizures. In 2010, I was diagnosed with brain cancer. Oncologists gave me only 60-90 days to live. I lost absolutely everything as I became unable to drive, live alone, or remember small details such as if I’d eaten, or taken an insulin shot. Everything I had researched, the businesses I had built, and even my memory were gone.
My family took me to Tijuana, Mexico to pursue alternative treatments. Uncertain of whether I’d survive or not, I was inspired to make a difference in as many lives as possible.
I began contacting leaders I admired and asking questions. HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL: Think Like A Leader is a compilation of true stories & conversations that will help you in your journey to success.
“Getting rich is hard, but being poor was worse. Choose your struggle wisely!” – M. Curtis McCoy
I’ve always enjoyed motivational talks, pumped up workout music, and inspirational books. Each day, I commit to doing something that inspires me to reach for more.
In 2015 I launched Success, Motivation & Inspiration as a blog to motivate and inspire others to achieve more in their lives as well. Around the same time, I began connecting with aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned experts. I was looking for others who wanted to increase their business and expand their market presence. It was nice to be able to jot down thoughts in the blog when I discovered something that inspired me.
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been the guy that people approach with ideas. I enjoy working with seasoned entrepreneurs, new business owners, and startups as they share their vision. As the social media groups gained thousands of members globally, I started receiving calls and messages from people whose lives had improved because of the principles I shared. Others reached out for guidance or advice on how to become successful. I also received messages from athletes who were inspired to train harder, stick to their diet plans, and pursue their goals with greater intensity.
During this time, my company began to explode with increased online sales. I started spending time with extremely successful people who were achieving growth in their own lives. Many of these new friends had created lifestyles that allowed them to do things that others could only imagine. The more time I spent around these successful friends, the more ideas and opportunities started falling into my lap. Even though I wasn’t concentrating on writing or social media, interest continued to grow.
Learn how HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL & Think Like A Leader. I hope you love this book!
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write my books as blog posts, then organize each chapter as they come along. Each chapter of every book is available online & the posts seem to generate great traffic & book sales!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Napoleon Hill, Dale Carnegie, Dr. Wayne Dyer, John C. Maxwell, Tony Robbins, Stephen R. Covey, Brian Tracy, Les Brown, Jim Rohn, Brendan Burchard, H.J. Chammas, Cynthia Johnson, Mel Carson, James Atlas, Robert Greene, Chris Hogan, Tom Wolfe, Brendan Kane, Brené Brown, and many others!
What are you working on now?
I’m working on a couple of new books that focus on personal branding and co-authoring a book on getting started in real estate investing.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’ve had great results promoting on podcast episodes, Facebook Live, and doing author interviews on https://www.facebook.com/MCurtisMcCoy
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Just start writing. Put your thoughts down on paper, or a blog, or on your laptop. You can always edit & delete something you don’t like, but it’s impossible to create a book if you don’t have any words written.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Take some time and enjoy life. Reward yourself. You can’t work 7-days a week forever, without getting burned out.
What are you reading now?
The Employee Millionaire by H.J. Chammas
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m currently contacting leaders who have built a massive personal brand, so they can share their secrets!
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
If I’m going to be stranded on an island, I’m bringing my smartphone, a solar charger, and making sure my Audible subscription is current. I’ll trade you 4 paperback books for my Chromebook & hotspot service so I can keep writing.
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