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Why Your Book Isn't Supposed to Make You Money with Katrina Sawa
Episode 3115th June 2026 • Courage To Be Visible • Andrea Stenberg
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What if your book isn't the product?

Many entrepreneurs dream of writing a book, imagining bestseller lists, book sales, and the credibility that comes with becoming an author.

But according to business coach, publisher, and author Katrina Sawa, most people are thinking about books all wrong.

In this eye-opening conversation, Katrina shares why the real value of a book isn't the royalties. It's what happens after someone reads it.

We talk about how books can help you build visibility, establish credibility, land speaking opportunities, attract clients, and create entirely new revenue streams. Katrina also reveals one of the biggest mistakes aspiring authors make before they even start writing.

If you've ever thought about writing a book, or you've already written one and wondered why it isn't generating business opportunities, this episode is packed with practical insights.

In This Episode

  • Why books rarely make money directly
  • How authors use books to attract high-value clients
  • The role of books in building visibility and credibility
  • Why speakers with books get more opportunities
  • The biggest mistakes authors make before writing
  • How to plan the marketing before you write the book
  • Compilation books versus solo books
  • How AI is changing the writing process
  • Why your book should fit into your business strategy
  • What makes a book profitable

About Katrina Sawa

Katrina Sawa is a sought-after business coach, international speaker, and book publisher. Through Jumpstart Publishing, she has helped more than 150 entrepreneurs become published authors and use their books to grow their businesses.

Free Resource for Authors and Those Who Want to be Authors

1 Hour Training on: All Things Self-Publishing

https://jumpstartpublishing.net/freemc-jsybook/

Book Marketing Checklist and Short Video Training

https://jumpstartpublishing.net/bookmarketingfreebie/

Key Takeaway

A book isn't just a book.

When done strategically, it's a visibility tool, a credibility tool, a lead generation tool, and a business growth tool all rolled into one.

✔️Connect With Katrina Sawa

Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/katrinasawa/

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JumpStartYourBizNow/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/JumpstartYourBiz

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheAuthorSuccessCollective

YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/KatrinaSawa

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinasawa/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katrinasawa/

✔️Connect With Host Andrea Stenberg

Website: https://www.thebabyboomerentrepreneur.com/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreastenberg/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/andreastenberg/

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/andreastenberg?sub_confirmation=1

Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/TheBabyBoomerEntrepreneur

Grab a copy of Turn Your Everyday Stories Into Videos That Make People Say “That’s Me”

https://my.thebabyboomerentrepreneur.com/story-videos

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