Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a math enthusiast and love inspiring people. Founded a fashion brand following a dream I had and bought a small socialmedia business after I noticed how effective it is in bringing exposure to my business. I don’t like spending time on social media, so redesigned the social media business model of my company to provide only word of mouth and viral marketing.
In 2008 I wrote a book about a system that guide companies on their automation decisions. In 2013, I re-named the book to 7 alpha 3 Advanced E-Management Model. I have had some seminars internationally about the concepts in the book and will be releasing it in mid 2014.
Recently, seeing how most of my talented friends and clients struggle succeeding not because they don’t have what it takes but because they question their self-worth, partnering with another marketing company based in Rome I release the first mini-course [30-minute read] of the Unbelievable victories series. It is a motivational read about true stories of 5 unconventional self-made entrepreneurs that ignites the dormant riches within.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is Trash into Cash [Ignite the Riches Within]
The shocking truth is that only 2.1% of the adult population is gifted and 95.4% of us think alike. What that means to most of us is that there are at least 1000s of people in our city alone who share our talents, our knowledge, and skills. Even worse is that no matter how hard you try to come up with a unique idea, there is at least one person in the world who has already thought of it, is thinking of it right now, or will be thinking of it quite soon. This makes you wonder if your ideas, your talents, or your skills, as is, can ever be worth $100,000 set aside a million dollar.
My journey in life has introduced me to many talented and creative individuals who are struggling and are yet to hit success mainly because they question their self-worth or the value of their skills or products.
I wrote the book to show how being ordinary is not only bad by the key to building extraordinary wealth.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Not when it comes to business books. With fiction writings, I have the habit of mixing two style of writing. I start with Borges-Like writing, shift to engaging style, and shift back to Borges, or vice versa. It makes it difficult for me to find reviewers for the fiction books.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I guess when it comes to fiction, I use my natural ability to engage the audience. The philosophical part is however inspired by philosophical writers such as Borges and Italo Calvino.
When it comes to business and non-fiction, I try to use my knowledge of human psychology and sometimes NLP to write in a manner that makes it easy for the reader to follow and remember.
What are you working on now?
Nothing, waiting to see readers’ response to Trash into Cash before writing the next book of the series. I have written this book with the pure intention of changing lives. Want to make sure I am doing it rightly.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
for Trash into Cash [Amazon] and social media word of mouth.
for 7alpha3 Advanced E-Management Model; I also hold seminars and it has a dedicated website: 7alpha3model.com
Do you have any advice for new authors?
If you have a business mind: Write your own book, don’t outsource it.
If you have a creative mind: Learn to love your book and believe in the value of your work. Market your book before moving to the next.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Nike: Just do it 😉
What are you reading now?
Very Interesting Question: I volunteered to help a new author with review and well after that I noticed the book is about how to marry a rich guy…Still on the 1st chapter
What’s next for you as a writer?
Hitting Best Seller for Amazon for Trash into Cash not because I love the title but because I believe everyone should read this 30 minute book. I myself read it whenever I am exhausted by the challenges of the day. It is what keeps me motivated and get me going.
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?
Trash into Cash [no kidding], a Raw Vegan Recipe Book, some book of faith…
Author Websites and Profiles
Zara Xanian Website
Zara Xanian Amazon Profile