Action Academy | Millionaire Mentorship For Your Life & Business The #1 Hiring Mistake That Almost Killed Chandler Bolt’s $20M/Year Business
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Aug 28, 2025 
Chandler Bolt, the dynamic founder and CEO of Self-Publishing.com, skyrocketed his business success to over $75 million after dropping out of college. He shares his biggest hiring mistake that nearly derailed his journey. The conversation dives into the importance of embracing discomfort for growth, managing partnerships, and the realities of entrepreneurship. Chandler emphasizes the significance of a strategic team dynamic and the power of networking to propel business success, all while navigating the complexities of scaling a venture.
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From College Dropout To $75M Publisher
- Chandler Bolt dropped out of college, moved to an entrepreneur house, and grew SelfPublishing.com from zero to over $75M.
- They now publish 2–5 books daily and have released over 7,000 books to date.
Finish Line Moves And A Costly Buyout
- Chandler faced a partner trying to kick him out after a big launch and negotiated a multi-six-figure buyout by borrowing from family and mentors.
- He bought the partner out, went into debt, fired staff, and kept pushing the business forward.
Don't Do 50/50 Partnerships
- Avoid 50/50 partnerships and don't partner from insecurity; prefer clear majority or minority stakes.
- If you take majority, keep financial and operational control or opt for investors/silent partners instead.
