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Viralnomics: How to Get People to Want to Talk About You
“A refreshing look at social media, influence and the behavioral science behind it all. A must-read for anyone who wants to win at social.” - Jonah Berger (NYT Bestselling author of Why Things Catch On ) ***Discover how to get the right type of people to talk about you. *** ARE YOU SHARING GREAT WORK, but it seems nobody is listening? Does it seem like you’re at the mercy of social networks’ mysterious algorithms? Do you feel like it is an insurmountable task to understand and leverage social media? In How to Get People to Want to Talk About You , Jonathan Goodman shows you how to appeal to people’s desires and get them to share your message as an extension of themselves. In this engaging, entertaining, and educational quick read you will If you desire to use social media marketing to get your product, service, or small business out to the right audience you don’t need to understand what buttons to push, you need to understand and appeal to the people pushing them. This book will help. Don't delay, scroll up and buy your copy today!
148 pages, Paperback
Published December 23, 2015
About the author
Jonathan Goodman
14 books154 followersJonathan Goodman has spent 13 winters exploring the world—first solo, then with his wife, and now with their three children—challenging educational conventions while building multi-million-dollar businesses. Featured in Men's Health, Forbes, Robb Report, Entrepreneur, the New York Times, and Inc., Jon proves that you don't have to choose between professional success, meaningful relationships, and fulfilling adventure. He is based in Toronto.
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June 8, 2018
Very little substance.
December 16, 2016
Viralnomics was concise summary of what will always be true: human nature probably won't change much, and you can use that knowledge (hopefully for good) to build your business. It's a great reminder to be far less self-interested, and be far more interested in how others are feeling, what their desires are, and why they do what they do.
For some reason, this is a hard lesson for people (myself included) to learn. Viralnomics is a refresher course is how to leverage social networks by reminding us that it's actually not about the network — it's about the people that use them.
For some reason, this is a hard lesson for people (myself included) to learn. Viralnomics is a refresher course is how to leverage social networks by reminding us that it's actually not about the network — it's about the people that use them.
February 22, 2020
I LOVED this book! It is filled with valuable advice. It breaks down what is important online and how to make posts.
It is not important to have information, you have to know how to deliver it. You should always be open to share your knowledge, but do it in a way to spark interest of your audience. Goodman explains what kind of audience you want to attract, and how to do it. The analogy of carpenter ants is riveting.
It is not important to have information, you have to know how to deliver it. You should always be open to share your knowledge, but do it in a way to spark interest of your audience. Goodman explains what kind of audience you want to attract, and how to do it. The analogy of carpenter ants is riveting.
July 31, 2020
This book is amazing. I actually finished it yesterday, but immediately reread it again so I could male a note of all the actions that I had highlighted.
I actually got this book as a free download on Kindle Unlimited but because I knew how valuable it will be for me to keep referring to, I’ve actually paid for a copy that I can keep.
Thoroughly recommend for anyone that is starting their own business and what’s to build their social media profile. It doesn’t matter what tour business is, this book will help. I really can not recommend enough
I actually got this book as a free download on Kindle Unlimited but because I knew how valuable it will be for me to keep referring to, I’ve actually paid for a copy that I can keep.
Thoroughly recommend for anyone that is starting their own business and what’s to build their social media profile. It doesn’t matter what tour business is, this book will help. I really can not recommend enough
September 8, 2023
Basically a series of thoughts and ideas on how to grow your reputation, your brand, your business.
There’s nothing too ground breaking. This book is an easy read, a read that you will for sure be happy you finished.
If you are in the Fitness Industry and want to grow on social media this book is a must.
I’d probably say it’s a 3.5/5 in terms of writing, but Jonathan has given me so much value I’ve rated it 5/5.
There’s nothing too ground breaking. This book is an easy read, a read that you will for sure be happy you finished.
If you are in the Fitness Industry and want to grow on social media this book is a must.
I’d probably say it’s a 3.5/5 in terms of writing, but Jonathan has given me so much value I’ve rated it 5/5.
August 29, 2017
This book is fantastic! It's interesting, relevant, useful and concise. I listened to the audio book and it kept my attention from beginning to end. I was disappointed it finished so quickly - I could have listened for hours more. I highly recommend this to anyone looking to up their game in social media & Marketing.
December 8, 2016
Jon Goodman is well-known in the Personal Training world as a guru. As someone who has read all of his other books, this book did not surprise me one bit with its generous information and food for thought writing. A great read into the world of viral media.
April 22, 2018
Tonnes of ready-to-apply strategies in building your business on the social media. Jon dives into the psychology aspect unfolding what makes a difference between you and the other guy, your product and the alternative. Must read for anyone who can't decide with social media to choose.
September 6, 2019
It's very well written, goes straight to the point and basically does everything it promises to : give helpful insight on how to grow your media following as a personal trainer. Would totally recommend.
December 18, 2018
Really helpful and practical book.
A great asset in a fitness professional's library.
A great asset in a fitness professional's library.
September 12, 2019
Great book! From start to finish!
A fresh look at social media and influence.
A fresh look at social media and influence.
March 7, 2020
Full of applicable ideas. Kudos! Can't wait to read again.
April 9, 2020
Some new concepts, some old
Some new concepts, some old. It's a nice to have but not a must. Not specific to the training community
Some new concepts, some old. It's a nice to have but not a must. Not specific to the training community
October 13, 2025
Did not like. Not well written and info is too dated to be useful.
February 20, 2017
Lots of great information in this book to help you create viral effects.
Peace and Love,
Rob @ http://authorstalkaboutit.com
Peace and Love,
Rob @ http://authorstalkaboutit.com
January 17, 2016
Best Book about Social Media Marketing that I've ever read
This is seriously probably the only book that you need to read if you want to know how to get into the minds of social media users and use that to your advantage in business. It's very straightforward and easy to understand. The author is amazing at giving real life examples of things that you can try and apply. I had to stop reading a couple of times to apply some of his strategies or just look at some of my social media feeds to see what he's talking about in action. Very exciting read! I feel like I know so much more about social marketing now--and I've been doing this for 5 years.
This is seriously probably the only book that you need to read if you want to know how to get into the minds of social media users and use that to your advantage in business. It's very straightforward and easy to understand. The author is amazing at giving real life examples of things that you can try and apply. I had to stop reading a couple of times to apply some of his strategies or just look at some of my social media feeds to see what he's talking about in action. Very exciting read! I feel like I know so much more about social marketing now--and I've been doing this for 5 years.
February 11, 2016
This book should be mandatory reading for fitness professionals or really any business who is looking to improve their relationship with their clients through social media.
Jonathan provides some amazing content and sets the bar high as an example of someone who is in the field for the right reasons and is trying to effect positive change in the fitness industry.
If you happen to come across this review Jonathan, thank you so much for what you do and I look forward to shaking your hand someday and thanking you in person.
Jonathan provides some amazing content and sets the bar high as an example of someone who is in the field for the right reasons and is trying to effect positive change in the fitness industry.
If you happen to come across this review Jonathan, thank you so much for what you do and I look forward to shaking your hand someday and thanking you in person.
August 16, 2016
Great timeless read!
Jon has a knack for telling it like it is. This book was not another "how to do social media" but instead a "how to appeal to people using social media". And that distinction is key because even though the tools may change, people will forever be the same. As a result, this book is truly a timeless read.
Jon has a knack for telling it like it is. This book was not another "how to do social media" but instead a "how to appeal to people using social media". And that distinction is key because even though the tools may change, people will forever be the same. As a result, this book is truly a timeless read.
January 21, 2016
Great book with immediate actions!
This is yet another great book by Jon. He shows the real reasons behind the success of social media marketing and how you can harness that. Great stuff!
This is yet another great book by Jon. He shows the real reasons behind the success of social media marketing and how you can harness that. Great stuff!
June 7, 2016
Very good read. Gained a lot of knowledge
I picked this book because I've read other books of johns and loved it. Every one of his books has a great feel to it. As in the way he writes and sets it up is very easy to read and enjoy
I picked this book because I've read other books of johns and loved it. Every one of his books has a great feel to it. As in the way he writes and sets it up is very easy to read and enjoy
February 28, 2016
Great book. A definite read for anyone wanting to help their business through social media. I highly recommend Viralnomics.
July 1, 2020
Really interesting and full of valid insights into today's world of social media. I'll be taking a nugget or two for sure
April 27, 2017
I think this is an excellent book for those who find the tasks of networking and marketing in the digital age daunting, yet realize they'll need to develop such skills to succeed in their fields. This book isn't the last word on these topics, but as the first word, it's a relief: clear, concise, and actionable.
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