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Episode Synopsis
When you’re writing, it’s easy to get stuck chasing perfection. But here’s the truth: the first draft is just the beginning—the real transformation happens in revision.
Giving yourself permission to be imperfect is what makes progress possible. The messy middle, the rewrites, the second-guessing—that’s where the book (and the author) truly take shape.
I’m living this right now as I wrap up edits on my fourth book, “LAUNCH Your Book! An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Reviews That Drive Revenue,” set to launch in July 2025. Want a behind-the-scenes look at how I turn a book into a business asset? Join my book launch team at www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com.
Today, we’ll hear from authors about their journey from blank page to published book.
Bridgett McGowen-Hawkins co-wrote “Do Not Write a Book...Until You Read This One: The Only Guide You Need to Pen, Publish, and Profit from Your Nonfiction Book,” a no-nonsense, empowering guide that helps aspiring nonfiction authors navigate the publishing process with confidence.
Robert Aguilar wrote “Forget What You Know About Strategy: The Hazards of Strategic Planning,” a powerful guide for senior leaders seeking to master strategy formulation and execution, offering real-world insights to avoid pitfalls and drive transformative change in today’s fast-paced business landscape.
Sophie Lechner wrote “Unlock Your Impact: The Roadmap to Magnetic Client Attraction for Entrepreneurs Who Hate Marketing,” a refreshing guide for mission-driven entrepreneurs who want to attract clients naturally—by leading with purpose instead of self-promotion—and transform marketing from a dreaded task into a joyful extension of their impact.
Please join me in welcoming Bridgett, Robert, and Sophie.
In this episode, we discuss the following:
🔵 Permission to Be Imperfect: Discover how embracing messy first drafts and letting go of perfectionism leads to completed manuscripts and impactful books.
🔵 Audience First: Learn why understanding your ideal business book audience before writing a single word is key to creating a book that drives results and attracts clients.
🔵 Building Launch Teams: Hear how co-creation, sharing chapters, and recruiting early launch supporters can supercharge your reviews and discoverability on Amazon.
🔵 Business Impact: Get real talk about leveraging your book beyond launch day—with speaking, consulting, and strategic calls to action built into every chapter.
Links for Bridgett McGowen-Hawkins
LinkedIn and Twitter.
www.connectwithb.com
www.bmctalkspress.com
Biz Book Pub Hub Premier Hub Partner
“Do Not Write a Book...Until You Read This One: The Only Guide You Need to Pen, Publish, and Profit from Your Nonfiction Book”
Links for Robert Aguilar
LinkedIn and Instagram
www.newbeaconconsulting.com
“Forget What You Know About Strategy: The Hazards of Strategic Planning”
Links for Sophie Lechner
LinkedIn
www.themagnetmodel.com
“Unlock Your Impact: The Roadmap to Magnetic Client Attraction for Entrepreneurs Who Hate Marketing”
Books mentioned in this episode:
“Launch Your Book: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Reviews that Drive Revenue” by Robbie Samuels
Other Resources
Learn more about Biz Book Pub Hub Partner Linda Popky.
Listen to my episodes with Kate Colbert.
HUB 433: AUTHOR INTERVIEW – Kate Colbert
HUB 393: AUTHOR PANEL – Helene Cahen, Kate Colbert, and Sandra Long
OTS 364: Big Shifts – Kate Colbert
Robbie’s Resources
Schedule a complimentary book launch brainstorming session: www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com.
Find all the archived podcast episodes, plus an invitation to free virtual networking events for writers and authors, AND Hub Partners ready to help entrepreneurs become successful authors: www.BizBookPubHub.com
Join the waitlist for the next Kindle Flash Sale for entrepreneurial authors: www.BizKindlePromo.com
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Giving yourself permission to be imperfect is what makes progress possible. The messy middle, the rewrites, the second-guessing—that’s where the book (and the author) truly take shape.
I’m living this right now as I wrap up edits on my fourth book, “LAUNCH Your Book! An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Reviews That Drive Revenue,” set to launch in July 2025. Want a behind-the-scenes look at how I turn a book into a business asset? Join my book launch team at www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com.
Today, we’ll hear from authors about their journey from blank page to published book.
Bridgett McGowen-Hawkins co-wrote “Do Not Write a Book...Until You Read This One: The Only Guide You Need to Pen, Publish, and Profit from Your Nonfiction Book,” a no-nonsense, empowering guide that helps aspiring nonfiction authors navigate the publishing process with confidence.
Robert Aguilar wrote “Forget What You Know About Strategy: The Hazards of Strategic Planning,” a powerful guide for senior leaders seeking to master strategy formulation and execution, offering real-world insights to avoid pitfalls and drive transformative change in today’s fast-paced business landscape.
Sophie Lechner wrote “Unlock Your Impact: The Roadmap to Magnetic Client Attraction for Entrepreneurs Who Hate Marketing,” a refreshing guide for mission-driven entrepreneurs who want to attract clients naturally—by leading with purpose instead of self-promotion—and transform marketing from a dreaded task into a joyful extension of their impact.
Please join me in welcoming Bridgett, Robert, and Sophie.
In this episode, we discuss the following:
🔵 Permission to Be Imperfect: Discover how embracing messy first drafts and letting go of perfectionism leads to completed manuscripts and impactful books.
🔵 Audience First: Learn why understanding your ideal business book audience before writing a single word is key to creating a book that drives results and attracts clients.
🔵 Building Launch Teams: Hear how co-creation, sharing chapters, and recruiting early launch supporters can supercharge your reviews and discoverability on Amazon.
🔵 Business Impact: Get real talk about leveraging your book beyond launch day—with speaking, consulting, and strategic calls to action built into every chapter.
Links for Bridgett McGowen-Hawkins
LinkedIn and Twitter.
www.connectwithb.com
www.bmctalkspress.com
Biz Book Pub Hub Premier Hub Partner
“Do Not Write a Book...Until You Read This One: The Only Guide You Need to Pen, Publish, and Profit from Your Nonfiction Book”
Links for Robert Aguilar
LinkedIn and Instagram
www.newbeaconconsulting.com
“Forget What You Know About Strategy: The Hazards of Strategic Planning”
Links for Sophie Lechner
www.themagnetmodel.com
“Unlock Your Impact: The Roadmap to Magnetic Client Attraction for Entrepreneurs Who Hate Marketing”
Books mentioned in this episode:
“Launch Your Book: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Reviews that Drive Revenue” by Robbie Samuels
Other Resources
Learn more about Biz Book Pub Hub Partner Linda Popky.
Listen to my episodes with Kate Colbert.
HUB 433: AUTHOR INTERVIEW – Kate Colbert
HUB 393: AUTHOR PANEL – Helene Cahen, Kate Colbert, and Sandra Long
OTS 364: Big Shifts – Kate Colbert
Robbie’s Resources
Schedule a complimentary book launch brainstorming session: www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com.
Find all the archived podcast episodes, plus an invitation to free virtual networking events for writers and authors, AND Hub Partners ready to help entrepreneurs become successful authors: www.BizBookPubHub.com
Join the waitlist for the next Kindle Flash Sale for entrepreneurial authors: www.BizKindlePromo.com
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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