The millionaire fastlane audio book

[buckmajor]

Hey MJ,

I've read your book twice and would like to read it again to concrete most of it. I am more of an audio person and find it easier to use my Iphone/Ipod when I'm out and about or riding my scooter.

I was wondering if you have an audio book?

Much appreciated
CHEERS

 

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[V8Bill]

I second that request - but it's a big job. I was thinking of reading it out myself for my own purposes and recording that but your voice would be much better. I'd offer to do it myself for you but my Aussie accent might disturb the concentration. I read "The Magic of Thinking BIG" and then bought the audio book but that was recorded by two other people. It still worked though. They were great voice actors and put a lot of feeling into it. Audio book certainly helps when you're driving long distances.

 

[Trevor Kuntz]

MJ, if you do an audio book, I think that you should have this guy do the reading. He has a masters in communication, so I'll think he'll really help to get the point of the Fastlane across to your listeners.

GOP candidate Phil Davidson, Stark County Treasurer Speech - YouTube

 

[puckman]

MJ, I am a big audiobook consumer/purchaser, and I would say the biggest thing is always who reads it. Some people are good, and some who are professionals sound like they are performing some Shakespearean soliloquy. What I find is most effective is when the actual author reads the book. It brings the real authenticity to the work, and to me, sounds way.. better.

 

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[buckmajor]

MJ, if you do an audio book, I think that you should have this guy do the reading. He has a masters in communication, so I'll think he'll really help to get the point of the Fastlane across to your listeners.

GOP candidate Phil Davidson, Stark County Treasurer Speech - YouTube

I know Robert Kiyosaki hired someone to do the majority of his audio. The problem is it didn't feel like Robert's audio and made me become less interested in listening to those audios . However, if you have the money then its only normal to hire someone.

MJ, I am a big audiobook consumer/purchaser, and I would say the biggest thing is always who reads it. Some people are good, and some who are professionals sound like they are performing some Shakespearean soliloquy. What I find is most effective is when the actual author reads the book. It brings the real authenticity to the work, and to me, sounds way.. better.

Yes, I concur, and really like the authenticity of the author's work too. For instance; like buying a budget/fake coca cola drink but its not the same taste as the original coca cola

 

[Melissmo]

That's true, I'd listen to the book any and everywhere till all the concepts are just concretized in my brain!

 

[kopac]

I'd love an audio version of MF!!! C'mon MJ, you preach it in your book to use audiobooks...give the people what they want!

 

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[Mike A.B.]

IF there would ever be an audio book MJ should do the talking. It's his book, his idea's and his passion. A masters in communications is fine and all but I think it'd be best if it was mister fastlane himself. (Besides, if you listen to the book you should associate it with the right person, not just some marketing dude..)

 

[MJ DeMarco]

At the moment, outsourcing for the job would not be cost effective as the BE would be to high, however I am exploring the idea of doing it myself for the following reasons:

1) "I don't know how" -- this always excites me to learn how to do something new.
2) It gives me an excuse to buy audio equipment (microphone, popfilter, etc.)
3) I don't believe a professional reader can convey the passion of the book that I can. (I've submitted the content to some readers already and haven't heard back; the content tone can be a little on the rough side.)
4) If I write another book, I will give me the experience to replicate the process again, and quicker.
5) It follows Fastlane conventions to control the process of production, given that the quality doesn't suffer.

That said, it is a big undertaking which in itself, has me a bit excited to "just do it."

Stay tuned.

 

[Trevor Kuntz]

A masters in communications is fine and all but I think it'd be best if it was mister fastlane himself. (Besides, if you listen to the book you should associate it with the right person, not just some marketing dude..)

LOL. I was being completely sarcastic (sorry, I'm a VERY sarcastic person). Phil Davidson is probably the worst speaker I've ever heard in my life. Though, he is also the most hilarious speaker ever because he is just that bad. Just click on the link and you'll find out why very quickly. Haha.

 

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[Scuderia]

Listen to MJ's interviews, like the one he did on mixergy. They are pretty much a condense version of the book on audio.
But yeah a audio version of the book would be fantastic aswell

 

[Melissmo]

At the moment, outsourcing for the job would not be cost effective as the BE would be to high, however I am exploring the idea of doing it myself for the following reasons:

1) "I don't know how" -- this always excites me to learn how to do something new.
2) It gives me an excuse to buy audio equipment (microphone, popfilter, etc.)
3) I don't believe a professional reader can convey the passion of the book that I can. (I've submitted the content to some readers already and haven't heard back; the content tone can be a little on the rough side.)
4) If I write another book, I will give me the experience to replicate the process again, and quicker.
5) It follows Fastlane conventions to control the process of production, given that the quality doesn't suffer.

That said, it is a big undertaking which in itself, has me a bit excited to "just do it."

Stay tuned.

YES, I am totally looking forward/patiently awaiting this. Woo hoo, I am just as excited as you are!

 

[MJ DeMarco]

The audiobook is now in production, hope to have it out in 30 days. (PS: Since Morgan Freeman wasn't available I will be reading it.)

It's also the reason why I'm not around here as much ... it's a lot of work! But enjoying the process!

 

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[Reno]

Yeeessss . . . I will be picking up a copy right away. Love audio books and this book is in my small library of trusted and cherished resources, along with this forum.

 

[Reno]

At the moment, outsourcing for the job would not be cost effective as the BE would be to high, however I am exploring the idea of doing it myself for the following reasons:

1) "I don't know how" -- this always excites me to learn how to do something new.
2) It gives me an excuse to buy audio equipment (microphone, popfilter, etc.)
3) I don't believe a professional reader can convey the passion of the book that I can. (I've submitted the content to some readers already and haven't heard back; the content tone can be a little on the rough side.)
4) If I write another book, I will give me the experience to replicate the process again, and quicker.
5) It follows Fastlane conventions to control the process of production, given that the quality doesn't suffer.

That said, it is a big undertaking which in itself, has me a bit excited to "just do it."

Stay tuned.

Do it! Always better to get it straight from the source. All points above point to YES!

 

[buckmajor]

Cool, looking forward to the end results MJ

 

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[buckmajor]

P.S Not sure if you're already doing this MJ but yea it'll be awesome if you can cut the audio up according to the book chapters? Makes it easier to skip forward and back

Thanks

 

[squall74]

The audiobook is now in production, hope to have it out in 30 days. (PS: Since Morgan Freeman wasn't available I will be reading it.)

It's also the reason why I'm not around here as much ... it's a lot of work! But enjoying the process!

Awesome. I just read the book and would like to have it on audio for when I work out. I've been loading up my phone with RE books so I can maximize my time.

 

[MJ DeMarco]

Looking to have the product out sometime in May. Just about finished reading .. damn FN long book. (Too long. :smxB

 

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[Mocha]

6-8 weeks to go. I'm really looking forward to this.

 

[Kak]

I read it on robot voice with my old kindle once

 

[puckman]

1) "I don't know how" -- this always excites me to learn how to do something new.

Do you podcast? Or do radio interviews? This could be a great way to promote your work. I love radio. Its one of the least appreciated. but most effective forms of media.

 

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[ions]

MJ,

I am curious how it's going with the audio book. Is the ETA still May?

I too want to solidify your message in my cranium while I am driving.

 

[Kak]

I have a fastlane idea for someone. Come up with an e reader that reads with a natural voice but can be read normally where you left off with the audio. Make it compatable with kindle books!

Id love to listen to books in the car and read the same book at night.

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[MJ DeMarco]

I am curious how it's going with the audio book. Is the ETA still May?

I'm still shooting for May although the production process has taken much longer than anticipated. Worst case, early June.

 

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[nico]

Maybe you haven't decided yet, but what sort of format and distribution are you planning on using? Ie. mp3 files, audible.com, etc.

 

[MJ DeMarco]

Maybe you haven't decided yet, but what sort of format and distribution are you planning on using? Ie. mp3 files, audible.com, etc.

MP3's on CDs. Looking to be out by late May. Over 12 hours of audio ... yikes.

 

[Yussef]

Yes. Who's narrating?

 

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[cashflow3000]

hey MJ. just listened to the sample and it sounds great. have you considered offering downloadable MP3s along with the CDs? everyone loves instant gratification!

The Millionaire Fastlane Audiobook by MJ DeMarco

 

[nico]

hey MJ. just listened to the sample and it sounds great. have you considered offering downloadable MP3s along with the CDs?

A big "me too" on both accounts

There are a ton of services like E-Junkie that make digital sales easy to set up. Many of them also offer automatic affiliate/reseller progams. Or you can do Audible.com to reach a larger audience, but I suspect their commission is much higher (and the format is DRM-encumbered.)

Not that it matters - I will buy it on CDs if I have to, even though international shipping is a pain.