# Write a Book That Grows Your Business with Chandler Bolt & Lori Harder

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Podcast: [The Chris Harder Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-chris-harder-show-222691)
Published: 2026-05-11T06:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://chrisharder.me/podcast/
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## Resource

Could writing a book become one of the smartest business moves you ever make? In this episode, Lori and I sit down with Chandler Bolt, founder of Self Publishing School, to talk about how entrepreneurs can use books to build authority, attract high-quality customers, and create long-term business growth. Chandler breaks down how to turn your expertise into a book that keeps opening doors, generating leads, and creating opportunities for years to come. We also dive into the mechanics of scaling a business, and why so many entrepreneurs stay stuck working hard without building real assets. Tune in to learn how to leverage a book to grow your brand. HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 How Chandler built an 8-figure publishing company from massive debt. 06:30 The mindset shift that helps entrepreneurs handle pressure and uncertainty. 09:00 The 5 pillars Chandler uses to scale businesses to 8 figures. 12:00 Why so many 7-figure businesses are secretly unprofitable. 17:45 How to shift from launches to consistent evergreen revenue. 23:15 How did you build a scalable speaking team? 29:00 Why books are one of the best authority-building tools in business. 31:00 Who should and shouldn't write a book right now. 33:00 How to choose the right topic for your book. 35:30 What's the fastest approach to writing your first book? 40:00 Does AI make book writing better or worse? 44:30 Why frameworks make teaching, selling, and scaling easier. 46:15 How books help entrepreneurs create long-term trust and loyalty. 47:45 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 ! Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind! Make More Sales in the next 90 days - G…

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