Early struggles, debt, and burning the boats

Have you ever wondered if writing a book could actually grow your business? In this episode, Chris and I sit down with Chandler Bolt, founder of Self Publishing School, to talk about how entrepreneurs can use books to build authority, attract customers, and create long-term business growth. Chandler shares how he went from massive debt to building an 8-figure publishing company that’s helped launch thousands of books. He also breaks down the framework for building profitable businesses, creating customer acquisition systems, and turning your expertise into a book that acts as a powerful sales tool for years to come. Tune in to learn the smartest way to grow your business long term.

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HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 How Chandler built an 8-figure publishing company from massive debt.

06:00 The mindset shift that helps entrepreneurs handle pressure and uncertainty.

08:30 The 5 pillars Chandler uses to scale businesses to 8 figures.

11:45 Why so many 7-figure businesses are secretly unprofitable.

18:30 How to shift from launches to consistent evergreen revenue.

24:00 How did you build a scalable speaking team?

29:45 Why books are one of the best authority-building tools in business.

32:00 Who should and shouldn’t write a book right now.

35:30 How to choose the right topic for your book.

37:00 What’s the fastest approach to writing your first book?

42:30 Does AI make book writing better or worse?

47:00 Why frameworks make teaching, selling, and scaling easier.

50:00 How books help entrepreneurs create long-term trust and loyalty.

51:30 The strategy behind Chandler’s 8-figure book launches.

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