Interview With Author Willem Tait
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m Willem Tait, a writer, mentor, and consultant with a passion for helping people succeed in both business and life. I draw on decades of experience in real estate, property development, capital markets, law, and venture capital to write practical, no-nonsense books that inspire action.
So far, I’ve published 14 books and have three more completed that will be released soon. My work spans self-help, productivity, psychology, philosophy, real estate, money, banking, and capital markets. My self-help series gives readers tough-love motivation with clear steps to get results, while my business, investment, and real estate books share insights from years in the industry.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is an annotated edition of Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. I was inspired by the power of public speaking and the timeless influence of historical texts. Lincoln’s words are brief but profound, and by adding commentary and context, I wanted to highlight why this speech still matters today. It is not just history, it is a reminder of clarity, conviction, and the art of communicating ideas that endure.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I am not sure if this is unusual, but I do write in a conversational style and try whenever possible to avoid bullet points. I also have a habit of keeping things very direct and simple. I do not use long or complicated sentences because I want readers to understand the point right away. For me, writing is about clarity, not showing off. I focus on giving people practical value they can apply immediately, and I believe that simple words, written clearly, often carry the most power.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I have been deeply influenced by classic works like Sun Tzu’s The Art of War, Proverbs by Solomon, Machiavelli’s The Prince, and Karl Marx’s Communist Manifesto. I love historical texts because they hold timeless lessons about people, power, and society. More recently, I find inspiration in textbooks of all kinds. They may not be glamorous, but I appreciate the clear knowledge they provide, and I am grateful to all my professors for guiding me through them.
What are you working on now?
Right now, I am working across several projects. I have completed annotated editions of Proverbs from the King James Bible, The Art of War by Sun Tzu, and Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. I am currently researching The Prince by Machiavelli and Karl Marx’s Communist Manifesto for upcoming annotated versions. I am also exploring Organisational Structure and Game Theory, with drafts already completed. On top of that, I am passionate about real estate and have seven real estate books in draft that I plan to publish over the next six months.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
My best methods for promoting books are through Amazon, LinkedIn, X.com, and blogging on Medium.com and Substack. Amazon gives me the widest reach, LinkedIn connects me with professionals, X helps me share quick thoughts and book updates, and Medium and Substack let me go deeper with articles and insights for my readers.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
My advice for new authors is simple: writing is the easy part. The real work comes in editing and publishing, so that is where your focus should be. Take time to educate yourself on the different publishing platforms and the legal side of things. And never underestimate the value of a great cover. Invest both time and money into professional cover design because it is the first thing readers see.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The best advice I have ever heard is simple: I am what I am today because of the things I did yesterday. It reminds me that every choice, habit, and action builds into who we become. Success does not happen overnight, it is the result of consistent effort over time.
What are you reading now?
Right now, I am reading The Prince by Machiavelli and The Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx. I enjoy going back to historical and philosophical texts because they still shape the way we think about power, leadership, and society today.
What’s next for you as a writer?
What’s next for me as a writer is expanding my real estate portfolio of books. I already have several drafts in progress and plan to release them steadily. I am also expanding my presence on platforms like Awesome Gang and many others so I can reach more readers, share ideas, and grow my audience across different spaces.
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 were stranded on a desert island, I would definitely want to bring blank pages and a pen so I could keep writing. Beyond that, I would choose survival books to help me live and adapt to the situation. For me, staying alive and staying creative would go hand in hand.
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