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EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 56 MIN

Why Smart Entrepreneurs Are Writing Books to Grow Their Businesses with Chandler Bolt

from Earn Your Happy · host Lori Harder | YAP Media

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. Check out our Sponsors: Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci, Sign up for your $1/month trial period at http://Shopify.com/happy Indeed - Ready to hire smarter? Indeed is giving Earn Your Happy listeners a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT. Just go to http://Indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on Earn Your Happy. Fora Travel - Curious how to become a travel advisor and earn while you explore? Start at http://foratravel.com/happy. Granola - Granola is an AI-powered notepad built for the way real people actually meet. Get three months free at http://granola.ai/earn. 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. RESOURCES Get your copy of Chandler Bolt’s book Published HERE! Learn more about Self-Publishing School HERE! Apply for the Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind HERE! Get on the waitlist for Mentor Collective Mastermind HERE! Try glōci for 40% off your first order with code HAPPY at checkout - head to getgloci.com FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci Follow Chandler: @chandlerbolt

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. Check out our Sponsors: Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci, Sign up for your $1/month trial period at http://Shopify.com/happy Indeed - Ready to hire smarter? Indeed is giving Earn Your Happy listeners a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT. Just go to http://Indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on Earn Your Happy. Fora Travel - Curious how to become a travel advisor and earn while you explore? Start at http://foratravel.com/happy. Granola - Granola is an AI-powered notepad built for the way real people actually meet. Get three months free at http://granola.ai/earn. 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. RESOURCES Get your copy of Chandler Bolt’s book Published HERE! Learn more about Self-Publishing School HERE! Apply for the Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind HERE! Get on the waitlist for Mentor Collective Mastermind HERE! Try glōci for 40% off your first order with code HAPPY at checkout - head to getgloci.com FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci Follow Chandler: @chandlerbolt

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