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 Take the FREE Business Freedom Quiz to find out what’s holding you back and get a custom action plan to fix it. https://app.jenniferdawncoaching.com/freedomquiz