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

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

Author: Lori Harder | YAP Media May 11, 2026 Duration: 56:12
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

Hosted by entrepreneur and author Lori Harder, Earn Your Happy is a raw and relatable look at what it actually takes to build a meaningful life and business. This podcast lives in the messy middle ground between a bold vision and its realization, exploring the risks, the failures, and all those moments of doubt that nobody talks about on a polished highlight reel. Lori’s conversations are grounded in real experience-her own journey as a founder and host-and they cut through the noise of typical business advice. You’ll hear honest stories about the rollercoaster of chasing big goals, where laughter and vulnerability are just as important as strategy. It’s this authentic, no-BS approach that has resonated with so many, earning the show recognition as a top entrepreneurship podcast. Each episode feels like a candid talk with a friend who’s been there, offering not just inspiration but practical perspectives for navigating your own path. Tune in for a dose of reality that’s as motivating as it is genuine, proving that building something you love is never a straight line.
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