If writing a book has been on your bucket list for a while, whilst you have a little bit of extra time on your hands, now is definitely the time to get stuck into the process! Writing a book can open up so many amazing opportunities and can be a great way to not only recession-proof your business, but will allow you to stand out from the crowd, regardless of your industry. In this episode, I invite Chandler Bolt, CEO of Self-Publishing School onto the show to discuss all things books, the benefits of writing them for your personal brand and the secrets of self-publishing. Tune in to find out how you can get started with writing your first or next book with the help of these tips!Essential Learning Points From This EpisodeIt’s 100% doable to build a business based around your bookBooks will recession-proof your business, regardless of your industryMind maps are a great way to braindump all of your ideas for the book which you can then expand on and start outlining the chapters 70% of books sold are purchased on Amazon, which makes it a lot easier to self-publish and still get your book seen by tens of thousands of people onlineThe difference between having a cover that looks good and a cover that will convertOne vital rule to follow is to not edit whilst you’re writing, always edit after!Important Links & Mentions From This EpisodeSign up for Chris and Chandler’s FREE webinarPick up Chris’ first bestselling book, Virtual FreedomPick up Chris’ second bestselling book, Rise of the YoupreneurJoin the Youpreneur Academy todayJoin the Youpreneur Hub Facebook Group Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube channelJoin the Youpreneur Incubator waitlistBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveDownload your FREE copy of the Personal Branding RoadmapCheck out our FREE video course on YouTube! Thank you for tuning in! There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.

As Youpreneurs, you are in control of what you say no and yes to. A lot of entrepreneurs feel like they need to say yes to everything, particularly at the beginning of their entrepreneurial journey. However, in doing so, you’ll actually end up putting more work on your plate than you can really handle! In this episode, I talk about the power of saying no more often and how important it is to only say yes to the things that are going to serve you and your community. Tune into how you learn how you can start doing likewise.  Essential Learning Points From This EpisodeThe power of saying noSay no to things that aren’t in relation to your niche or industryIdentify what your non-negotiables are as a YoupreneurAlways listen to your gut feeling, it’s usually right!Important Links & Mentions From This EpisodeMy Biggest Business Decision of 2020Pick up Chris’ first bestselling book, Virtual FreedomPick up Chris’ second bestselling book, Rise of the YoupreneurJoin the Youpreneur Academy todayJoin the Youpreneur Hub Facebook Group Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube channelJoin the Youpreneur Incubator waitlistBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveDownload your FREE copy of the Personal Branding RoadmapCheck out our FREE video course on YouTube! Thank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.

A few weeks ago, we announced that we would be turning the inaugural Youpreneur Summit to an online experience due to the current uncertainties around the world. However, two weeks into the ticket sale launch, we realised the numbers simply weren’t there and it was clear that a lot of people weren’t a huge fan of the virtual setup for the event. In this episode, I talk about the biggest business decision I’ve had to make of 2020. It was a tough call, but I believe it was the correct decision to make. Tune in to find out the reasoning as to why we decided to cancel this year’s Youpreneur Summit. Essential Learning Points From This EpisodeThe importance of listening to your audienceWhy reviewing the work involved will help you to understand if it makes business sense to do itWe have to do things for the right reasonsKnowing when it’s time to call it a dayImportant Links & Mentions From This EpisodePick up Chris’ first bestselling book, Virtual FreedomPick up Chris’ second bestselling book, Rise of the YoupreneurJoin the Youpreneur Academy todayJoin the Youpreneur Hub Facebook Group Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube channelJoin the Youpreneur Incubator waitlistBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveDownload your FREE copy of the Personal Branding RoadmapCheck out our FREE video course on YouTube! Thank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.

You’ve launched your book and now it’s time to make sure you continue to sell copies of it going into the future! All authors want their book to stay relevant, months and even years after it’s initially published. In this episode, I share 7 ways to ensure you can sell more copies of your book long after you launch. Tune to find out how you can reach new potential readers through organic social media reach and also paid advertising, as well as connecting with your audience on a personal level. Essential Learning Points From This EpisodeHave a dedicated page on your website that’s all about your bookTeam up with people on social media by sending them free copies of your book to spread the word to their audienceInvest in paid advertising to promote relevant book content on your website and then retarget those people into purchasing the bookShoot a book video trailer to explain what the book is about on a more personal level and allow potential readers to connect with youPrepare a set of social media images and related copy that you can use to continue promoting your bookCreate a video series that explains your book and your reason behind writing itImportant Links & Mentions From This EpisodeGet your first 4 Splasheo videos FREEWatch the full book series on YouTubeHow to Decide Your Book TopicTips for Writing a Bestselling Expert BookSell Your Book While You’re Still Writing ItMaking Your Book a BestsellerPick up Chris’ first bestselling book, Virtual FreedomPick up Chris’ second bestselling book, Rise of the YoupreneurDownload the Bestselling Secrets FREE GuideJoin the Youpreneur Academy todayJoin the Youpreneur Hub Facebook Group Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube channelJoin the Youpreneur Incubator waitlistBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveGet tickets to this year’s Youpreneur SummitDownload your FREE copy of the Personal Branding RoadmapCheck out our FREE video course on YouTube! Thank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.

Writing a book is the first part, now it’s time to make it a bestseller! Whether you go down the traditional publishing route or self publish, you yourself will be doing all of the book marketing. In this episode, I share 5 simple strategies that will help you become a bestselling author. Tune in to find out how you can have a successful book launch, reach a wider audience and get lots of book reviews within the process! Essential Learning Points From This EpisodeShare your book launch with people you have worked with in the pastHold a virtual launch party and explain the why behind your book, who it’s for and what problems it’s going to solve for peopleRun a competition during the virtual launch party for anyone who purchases your book there and thenTraditional advertising shouldn’t be forgotten about, but it will need to be done a while before the launch itselfGet on as many podcast interviews as you can to spread the word about your book to a wider audienceImportant Links & Mentions From This EpisodeGet your first 4 Splasheo videos FREEWatch the full book series on YouTubeHow to Decide Your Book TopicTips for Writing a Bestselling Expert BookSell Your Book While You’re Still Writing ItPick up Chris’ first bestselling book, Virtual FreedomPick up Chris’ second bestselling book, Rise of the YoupreneurDownload the Bestselling Secrets FREE GuideJoin the Youpreneur Academy todayJoin the Youpreneur Hub Facebook Group Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube channelJoin the Youpreneur Incubator waitlistBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveGet tickets to this year’s Youpreneur SummitDownload your FREE copy of the Personal Branding RoadmapCheck out our FREE video course on YouTube! Thank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.

Planning your book launch is no walk in the park. There is a lot of planning and preparation that needs to go into it to ensure it’s a success. The good thing is that it’s never too early to start marketing your book, in fact, you can do it while you’re still actually writing!In this episode, I share a few ways you can spread the word about your new upcoming book before it’s even published. Tune in to find out how you can get a headstart on your book marketing. Essential Learning Points From This EpisodeHave a dedicated VIP waitlist page on your website where you can collect emails of people who are interested in purchasing your book when it’s publishedThis email list will be crucial for when you launchShare BTS of the overall book writing process on social media to increase excitement around your bookBuild relationships with journalists and other leaders within your niche Ask your peers within your industry to share endorsements of your bookImportant Links & Mentions From This EpisodeGet your first 4 Splasheo videos FREEWatch the full book series on YouTubeHow to Decide Your Book TopicTips for Writing a Bestselling Expert BookPick up Chris’ first bestselling book, Virtual FreedomPick up Chris’ second bestselling book, Rise of the YoupreneurDownload the Bestselling Secrets FREE GuideJoin the Youpreneur Academy todayJoin the Youpreneur Hub Facebook Group Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube channelJoin the Youpreneur Incubator waitlistBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveGet tickets to this year’s Youpreneur SummitDownload your FREE copy of the Personal Branding RoadmapCheck out our FREE video course on YouTube! Thank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.

Now that you’ve decided on a book topic, it’s time to start writing! Now, writing a book is hard work and a lot of authors will experience that the writing process can become a chore. However, there are a few things you can do to prevent this from happening.In this episode, I share my top 6 tips that will help you to stay motivated during the writing stage of your book. Tune in to learn how starting the writing process with a draft outline will make it easier to write your book, as well as how important it is to get a fresh pair of eyes to review what you’ve written. Essential Learning Points From This EpisodePlan the book out first by outlining what the different chapters and sections will consist ofWrite down bullet-points to develop the argument and conclusion for each of the chaptersWork on the bullet-points and expand them into full sentences and paragraphsIt’s vital to get a few people to review your book during the writing stageRewrite the book after you’ve received feedback from those people Important Links & Mentions From This EpisodeGet your first 4 Splasheo videos FREEWatch the full book series on YouTubeHow to Decide Your Book TopicPick up Chris’ first bestselling book, Virtual FreedomPick up Chris’ second bestselling book, Rise of the YoupreneurDownload the Bestselling Secrets FREE GuideJoin the Youpreneur Academy todayJoin the Youpreneur Hub Facebook Group Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube channelJoin the Youpreneur Incubator waitlistBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveGet tickets to this year’s Youpreneur SummitDownload your FREE copy of the Personal Branding RoadmapCheck out our FREE video course on YouTube! Thank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.

Has writing a book been on your bucket list for a while? The first obstacle a lot of budding authors will face is picking the topic of the book and actually sticking to it. However, it doesn’t need to be as hard as you may think! In this episode, I share the things you need to figure out that will help you decide your book topic. Tune in to find out how you can identify who your book will be for, what problems it will solve and how you can ensure your book is aligned with your overall brand message.Essential Learning Points From This EpisodeIdentify who you are going to write your book forHaving a clear understanding of who the book is for will make it easier to write itFigure out what problems you’re going to solve for those people Your book should be aligned with your overall brand message and what you’re all about as an entrepreneurUnderstand your why behind writing your book Important Links & Mentions From This EpisodeGet your first 4 Splasheo videos FREE Watch the full book series on YouTubePick up Chris’ first bestselling book, Virtual FreedomPick up Chris’ second bestselling book, Rise of the YoupreneurDefining Your Perfect CustomerDefining Who You AreDownload the Bestselling Secrets FREE GuideJoin the Youpreneur Academy todayJoin the Youpreneur Hub Facebook Group Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube channelJoin the Youpreneur Incubator waitlistBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveGet tickets to this year’s Youpreneur SummitDownload your FREE copy of the Personal Branding RoadmapCheck out our FREE video course on YouTube! Thank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.

As entrepreneurs, it’s impossible for us to do absolutely everything in our businesses, even if we think we can! This is called ‘superhero syndrome’, which makes it extremely difficult for us to delegate those tasks. However, there comes a time when we do need to ‘let go’ of some of tasks that we maybe don’t enjoy, or we’re not very good at. In this episode, I talk about how the three lists to freedom exercise completely changed my life and how I operated my business. Tune in to find out how important it will be for you to do this very simple exercise at least twice a year to enable you to rethink the way you’re running your business and allow you to focus your time and efforts into areas that only you can do. Essential Learning Points From This EpisodeSuperhero syndrome is a real thing that every entrepreneur experiencesIdentify the things you don’t enjoy doing within your business day-to-dayList down the tasks that you’re currently doing, but you’re not very good at!Think about the type of things you deep down do not actually want to be doing within your business and feel someone else could be doing them insteadThe 3 lists to freedom is an exercise that will deep dive into the areas within your business that need to changeImportant Links & Mentions From This EpisodePick up Chris’ first bestselling book, Virtual Freedom100 Tasks You Can Delegate!Join the Youpreneur Academy today!Join the Youpreneur Hub Facebook Group Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube channel! Join the Youpreneur Incubator waitlist!Browse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveGet tickets to this year’s Youpreneur SummitPick up Chris’ second bestselling book, Rise of the YoupreneurDownload your FREE copy of the Personal Branding RoadmapCheck out our FREE video course on YouTube!Thank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.

Performance coach and mentor, Todd Herman has spent the last 21 years helping top elite athletes, leaders and public figures to become the best version of themselves by tapping into their alter egos.In this episode, Chris and Todd discuss the subject of authenticity and how it’s involved while using an alter ego, tune in to find out why it’s an absolute game changer for yourself as an individual and a business owner. Essential learning Points From This EpisodeWhy Todd’s go-to weapon when helping people is always their alter egoHow authenticity is involved with alter egosThe story behind Martin Luther King Jr. and his glasses When you recreate your identify, it changes everythingPlayfulness is the main way people unlock the flow of state  There’s never only one version of yourselfImportant Links & Mentions From this EpisodeDoing the Pandemic Pivot with Viveka von RosenJoin the Youpreneur Academy today!Get a copy of Todd's book: The Alter Ego EffectJoin the Youpreneur Hub Facebook Group Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube channel! Pick up Chris’ first bestselling book, Virtual FreedomJoin the Youpreneur Incubator waitlist!Browse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveGet tickets to this year’s Youpreneur SummitPick up Chris’ second bestselling book, Rise of the YoupreneurDownload your FREE copy of the Personal Branding RoadmapCheck out our FREE video course on YouTube! Thank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.