The Sneaky Ways Authors Sabotage Their Own Success

Success as an author isn’t just about writing a great book—it’s about making smart marketing and business decisions. But what if you’re unknowingly getting in your own way? In this eye-opening episode, we’re unpacking the sneaky ways authors sabotage their own success, from marketing missteps to mindset traps that hold you back. You’ll discover the subtle mistakes that could be costing you book sales, visibility, and career momentum—plus, we’ll share actionable strategies to help you course-correct before it’s too late. Don’t let self-sabotage derail your success—tune in and take control of your author journey!Send us your feedback!Order Penny's latest book, Think Local Sell Global and start building a book sales strategy you have more control over!📱 Text Penny & Amy: Send your marketing questions, show feedback, and episode ideas. Text PODCAST to (888) 402-8940 to join and get new episode alerts. Save our number!⭐ Enjoying the show? Please follow the podcast and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your reviews help more authors discover the show!💬 Don't use Apple Podcasts or Spotify? Email your review to [email protected] and we'll feature it on our website.