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Think writing a book is just for authors? Think again.
Together, they reveal the behind-the-scenes of the Author Accelerator program, how writing creates authority in your niche, and what it really takes to get your book from idea to published.
Timestamps:
02:00 - How the Author Accelerator was born at a retreat
03:00 - Doug shares how a high school poem changed his life
04:00 - The story behind Doug’s latest book “Black Cloud Rises”
05:00 - Hidden truths about Thanksgiving and Native American history
06:00 - The difference a book makes in business visibility
07:00 - “I’m not a writer” and why that shouldn’t stop you
08:00 - How stories influence others and build connection
09:00 - Finding your voice through consistent writing
10:00 - Writing structure: beginning, middle, end
11:00 - What business owners use their books for
12:00 - The myth of becoming the next Stephen King
13:00 - The truth about publishing deals and self-promotion
14:00 - Marketing a book is a second mountain
15:00 - Hire help and focus on your strengths
16:00 - Why weekly accountability works (even if it’s not sexy)
17:00 - Creating a safe and supportive author community
18:00 - The writing groove and why clarity comes through action
19:00 - Writing is like going to the gym—start where you are
20:00 - You work for the reader. Make it count.
21:00 - Jennifer and Doug reflect on feedback and editing
22:00 - The Author Accelerator is included in Freedom Builders
23:00 - Where to find Doug’s new book and how to reach out
24:00 - Final encouragement: the world needs your book
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Think writing a book is just for authors? Think again.
Together, they reveal the behind-the-scenes of the Author Accelerator program, how writing creates authority in your niche, and what it really takes to get your book from idea to published.
Timestamps:
02:00 - How the Author Accelerator was born at a retreat
03:00 - Doug shares how a high school poem changed his life
04:00 - The story behind Doug’s latest book “Black Cloud Rises”
05:00 - Hidden truths about Thanksgiving and Native American history
06:00 - The difference a book makes in business visibility
07:00 - “I’m not a writer” and why that shouldn’t stop you
08:00 - How stories influence others and build connection
09:00 - Finding your voice through consistent writing
10:00 - Writing structure: beginning, middle, end
11:00 - What business owners use their books for
12:00 - The myth of becoming the next Stephen King
13:00 - The truth about publishing deals and self-promotion
14:00 - Marketing a book is a second mountain
15:00 - Hire help and focus on your strengths
16:00 - Why weekly accountability works (even if it’s not sexy)
17:00 - Creating a safe and supportive author community
18:00 - The writing groove and why clarity comes through action
19:00 - Writing is like going to the gym—start where you are
20:00 - You work for the reader. Make it count.
21:00 - Jennifer and Doug reflect on feedback and editing
22:00 - The Author Accelerator is included in Freedom Builders
23:00 - Where to find Doug’s new book and how to reach out
24:00 - Final encouragement: the world needs your book
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