In the world of authorship and digital entrepreneurship, few names carry as much respect as Pat Flynn. In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I share the story of my apprenticeship under Pat—a journey rooted in service, vulnerability, and taking fast, decisive action.
Our conversation delved deep into the principles at the core of Pat’s latest book, Lean Learning: How to Achieve More by Learning Less, and unpacked how stepping forward before you feel “ready” is often the key to breakthroughs.
Timestamp:00:00 Business breakthrough experience unprepared03:43 From apprentice to bestseller collaborator08:18 Adaptability in a fast-changing world12:28 DIY book formatting journey13:01 Collaborative learning & entrepreneurship journey16:34 Embrace change for real growth21:31 Rowing strategy: power 10 technique23:40 Dedicated focus for creative success27:36 Embrace failure for faster success28:37 Overcoming negativity in entrepreneurship32:01 Exploring the traditional publishing path36:52 Writing under pressure: a 10-day challenge40:35 Pursuing bestseller status with passion44:06 Strategic book sale tactics45:24 Intriguing book title strategy
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