Why Writing a Book Builds Business Credibility with Doug Robbins

Think writing a book is just for authors? Think again. In this episode of the Happy Productive Podcast, Jennifer sits down with author, speaker, and her husband Douglas Robbins to talk about how business owners can write impactful books that boost credibility and open doors.
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. This is more than just a fun husband-wife banter. It’s a wake-up call for entrepreneurs sitting on a powerful story that needs to be told. If you’ve ever said, “I know I have a book in me,” this episode is your sign. Ready to write your book inside Freedom Builders? Learn more at https://jenniferdawncoaching.com
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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