The Title Comes First (Begin With the End in Mind)

Burg’s process starts with positioning, not prose. A title is a strategic promise, and the best modern authors define that promise before they write the manuscript.

Guest

Bob Burg

Key Lesson

A nonfiction book often begins with the title because it defines the reader’s benefit.

Key Quote

“I start out with the title… it gives me the idea of what it’s about.”

Modern Author Persona Tag

  • Speaker

Modern Author OS Pillar

  • Positioning & Category Design

Action Step

Write 10 possible titles before drafting, then test which communicates the clearest payoff.