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EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 13 MIN

972 | Writing The Book That Becomes Your Business Card

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972 | Writing The Book That Becomes Your Business CardIn this episode, Marsha shares how we can shift from the emotional and subconscious side of writing and into strategy. We explore the idea that your book can become your business card, and ultimately a doorway to opportunities you cannot yet see.This isn’t about writing for ego or status. It’s about recognizing that your story carries weight. That it builds know-like-trust at scale. That it positions you for stages, podcasts, collaborations, programs, press, and impact in ways that social media alone never could.Highlights(01:12) – What if your book became your business card — not just a story, but a strategy?(02:32) – Your book is a snapshot in time. You’re allowed to evolve beyond it.(03:13) – Your book isn’t a final destination. It’s the beginning of your work.(04:15) – You must grow into the version of you who can hold what your book opens up.(05:10) – If your past self had seen your current reality, she might have been too scared to begin.(06:02) – Writing a book creates long-term visibility — far beyond a single post.(06:34) – Ask yourself: What do you want people to know about you three years from now?(07:37) – Your story could be the exact answer someone has been searching for.(08:20) – Your book can become a point of legacy that lives far beyond you.(09:07) – The impact of a book can’t always be measured in dollars — but in doors opened.(10:25) – 120 books didn’t mean 120 sales — it meant 120 potential ripple effects.(11:04) – Your book may open doors you’re not meant to see yet. Marsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and PodcasterWrite Your Damn Book Program: https://www.marshavanw.com/writenowUnbothered Mind Private Podcast https://www.marshavanw.com/unbotheredmindpodcastUnbothered Entrepreneur Masterclass (for the Podcast Listeners): https://www.marshavanw.com/unbothered-entrepreneur-masterclass-podcastDownload “You Are Supported” Hypnosis and Subliminal Bundle HERE Join the next cohort of OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification (kick-off in January 2026, in person or virtual) HEREThe Stories We Tell Ourselves Digital Program August Promo Save $333 HERE. Tap the “Follow” button never to miss a show, and if you love the show, please feel free to tag me on social media, share it with a friend, or leave me a rating and review. This really helps the show grow!Website: www.marshavanw.comConnect on IG, click HERESubscribe on YouTube, click HEREMentioned in this episode:QUIZOUTSPOKEN AD QUIZ https://nlp.marshavanw.com/ OUTSPOKEN August Cohort: https://www.marshavanw.com/nlp

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