What exactly is 'interaction' on social media? A concrete guide for shy, socially awkward people like me to expand 'awareness' without needing courage | The 'kindest' way to connect that makes others happy [Kindle Publishing × Social Media]

Hello, this is Minori.
Last time, in an article titled “The Cruel Reality of Kindle Publishing” I poured out my honest thoughts as they are right now...

But just complaining about the cruel reality won't change anything, will it?

“So, how should I, a nobody, act?” One answer to that question is the theme of today: “Social Media Interaction”.

“I know interaction is important, but honestly, I don't know where to start.” “I don't have enough time in the day to go around replying to everyone.”

I want those who are stuck in that way to read this article.

By the time you finish reading, you should have a concrete action plan that makes you think, “I can start this today, all by myself, and easily!”

1. That day when I couldn't grasp the true meaning of the word “interaction”

“If you want to sell books through Kindle Publishing, let's interact on social media.”

It's a phrase I've heard so often it's become second nature, but back then, I was always intimidated by the abstract sound of this “interaction.”

• What if I, a complete stranger, suddenly reply and get ignored?

• I don't have that much free time to go around “liking” and “replying” to everyone.

• In the first place, what should I even say to them?

I understand the logic. Expand awareness and build relationships where you can support each other.

But for a beginner like me, that “first step” looked as high as Mount Everest.

2. The “ABC's of interaction” I learned in a community

In the end, I learned the basics of social media by knocking on the door of an online community. It was from the level of “how to send a reply.”

However, joining a community takes courage, and I'm sure many people feel resistant to it. I myself agonized over it quite a bit before pressing the join button.

So, I have compiled the most effective method with the lowest emotional hurdle, thinking, “If I were to start interacting all by myself, without joining a community and with no track record or fame, how would I do it?”

3. Graduating from “suddenly talking to people.” A concrete action plan

For those who are not good at charging in and saying “Nice to meet you!” directly, the best weapon is a “book review.”

[In the case of X (formerly Twitter)]

1. Follow individual authors who post in the same genre as you.

2. Actually read their books.

3. Write a review on Amazon.

4. Post with a mention (@) saying "This was helpful" or "I wrote a review!" (Quote reposts are even better).

For example, here is one of my recent X posts.

[In the case of note]

1. Similarly, follow individual authors in the same genre and read their books.

2. Write a review on Amazon.

3. Quote and embed that author's note article, and write an article introducing it by saying "This book was wonderful."

4. Why "reviews" are the ultimate form of interaction

The beauty of this method is that there is absolutely no concern about bothering the other person.

From an author's perspective, having their book read, seeing more reviews on Amazon, and being introduced on social media—there is nothing happier than this. It contributes 100 times more to the other person than sending empty "good morning" greetings or hollow replies.

While promoting your own existence, you are contributing to the other person. This is an interaction that starts with a "gift," not a "request."

5. Don't expect, so you won't get hurt

Finally, I will share an important mindset for continuing these actions.

"Do not expect a reaction from the other person."

In the first place, the moment you read and output (review) books in the same genre, it becomes part of your own knowledge and flesh. It also becomes content for your own note or social media.

In other words, whether you get a reaction from the other person or not,there is absolutely no downside for you.

There is no pressure on the other person to feel like they 'have to give something back,' and you can grow steadily. If you feel a 'loss' even in this action, I do not recommend forcing yourself to interact right now.

However, if you wish to 'be helpful to someone while also getting to know them yourself,' why not start your 'interaction' today by clicking to buy one book by an author you are interested in?

🍀Looking forward to the next work...

In my previous work, I published a book on cover design.
I am truly happy to have received feedback that it was helpful!
I am really happy!

Nao-san, who actually utilized this book to create a cover design,
introduced it on note.
Thank you so much 😭✨ You can find the article here👇

I am currently writing my next Kindle publication...

The tentative title is
'Kindle Publishing for Unknown Authors - The Complete Procedure for Creating a Book That Sells Entirely on Your Own Without Support'.

I have only just managed to get a vague outline of the table of contents,
but I will do my best to share my progress again!

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