Kyle Jantjies

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Book Writing Publishing and Marketing Coach at Self-employed

City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Overview

Kyle Jantjies is a 16-time published author and book coach who helps professionals use books for personal branding. He holds an MSc in Biology from the University of the Western Cape and transitioned from a science background to a creative career. People who have worked with him describe him as creative and fun.

Originally a molecular biology scientist and high school teacher, Kyle is now primarily a fantasy author. A keen adventurer, he made headlines for walking 120km with his dog. He is a martial arts practitioner with a black belt in Ninjutsu and an active public speaker with Toastmasters International and PSASA.

Unique fact: He successfully pivoted from being a molecular biology scientist to a fantasy author who has published 16 books.

Personality Overview

Thoughtful In Approach

Procedural

Calm

They are unlikely to become strong champions as they don't prefer pushing other people.  Their decisions are defined by the possible value that they can bring to the organization.
 They usually go by the book, following all rules and procedures.

Topics They Care About

Book Coaching
He coaches seasoned professionals on writing, publishing, and marketing their first book to use as a powerful business card.
Career Reinvention
He embodies career transformation, having moved from a scientist to a full-time fantasy author, and speaks on courageous action and goal setting.
Personal Branding
He authored "Your Book is Better than a Business Card" and champions the idea of using books to solidify oneself as an industry expert.

Media Appearances

Kyle has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2024
Book Writing Publishing and Marketing Coach at Self-employed
1-2020
Public Speaker at PSASA
1-2018 - 12-2023
Teacher at Mount View High School

Education

2013 - 2020
Biodiversity and Conservation Biology from University of the Western Cape
Master of Science - MS from University of the Western Cape

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Exp : 7 Location : City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Job Level : N/A Designation : Book Writing Publishing and Marketing Coach at Self-employed

Interested in

Sports

Martial Arts

Health & Outdoor

Solo journey with dog, Martial Arts

Lifestyle

Author of 15 Published Books, Writing Coach, Fantasy Author, Ghostwriter, Book Coaching Manager

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Insights For Selling To Kyle

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘others say that’, ‘zero risk in’, ‘seen proof of’ etc.
  • Pause and ask them if they have any questions
  • Focus your pitch on the impact that you could help them have on their organization

DONT's

  • Avoid saying anything that sounds like a risky proposition
  • Don’t don the salesperson avatar, be the friendly advisor instead
  • Don’t rush them to make quick decisions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Kyle is

  • Low risk, approval of other stakeholders and successful process-based evaluation are most important for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Kyle

  • They don’t say no very often, and can take you around in circles sometimes.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Kyle move?

  • They do not like to rush, so they could be slow in making decisions.
  • Can Kyle take some risk or not?

  • They rarely take risks and prefer making decisions supported by others.

You And Kyle

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