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HUB 450: AUTHOR PANEL – Jenn T. Grace, Nikki Green, and Rob Swymer

by Robbie Samuels | Jun 3, 2025 | Podcast | 0 comments

HUB 450: AUTHOR PANEL - Jenn T. Grace, Nikki Green, and Rob Swymer Your book as a business asset

You didn’t write your book just to check a box—you wrote it because you have something important to say. Something that will outlast a single post, a single talk, or even a single launch.

A book is a legacy-building tool. It crystallizes your expertise, your message, and your unique lens on the world in a way that no other medium can. And when it’s done right, it opens doors—not just for your business today, but for the reputation and body of work you’ll be known for tomorrow.

That’s why I support entrepreneurs through their entire author journey—because writing and publishing are only the beginning. When you leverage your book as the foundation for your bigger mission, everything changes.

I’d love to help you think long-term about your book’s potential. Schedule a complimentary 30-minute book launch brainstorm session at www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com.

Today, our panelists are here to share how they’ve used their books not just as products but to build their platform.

Jenn T. Grace is the author of “Publish Your Purpose: A Step-By-Step Guide to Write, Publish, and Grow Your Big Idea.” She is the founder of Publish Your Purpose, a hybrid publisher for authors who are thought leaders, experts in their fields, and visionaries paving the way to social change. She’s also one of our Biz Book Pub Hub Partners.

Nikki Green wrote “Chameleon Mindset: Creative Ways To Embrace Change And Build Mental Resilience To Transform Your Career & Life,” an engaging, research-based guide that helps you adapt with confidence using creative strategies and interactive exercises for lasting personal and professional growth. 

Rob Swymer wrote “Surrender to Your Adversity,” a powerful, heartfelt guide to embracing life’s challenges with courage and grace. It shows how surrendering to what you can’t control can lead to growth, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Please join me in welcoming Jenn, Nikki, and Rob.

Would you leave an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast? They are extremely helpful, and I read each and every one of them. Thanks for the inspiration!

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In this episode, we discuss the following:

🟠 More Than a Book: See how Jenn, Nikki, and Rob use their books as platforms for bigger business missions—fueling coaching, speaking, and legacy-defining opportunities. 

🟠 Metrics That Matter: Uncover why focusing on personal goals, audience connections, and meaningful reviews is a smarter business move than obsessing over “bestseller” banners.

🟠 Community & Collaboration: Find out how writing groups, mentorship, and cross-promotions help beat writer’s block and bolster morale—no author journey should be a solo trek.

🟠 From Ideas to Action: Get practical tips (minus the buzzwords) on initiating, finishing, and marketing your business book—plus why giving away your royalties, sharing bonuses, and organizing your pipeline makes a real difference.

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Robbie’s Resources

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  • Find all the archived podcast episodes, plus an invitation to free virtual networking events for writers and authors, AND Hub Partners ready to help entrepreneurs become successful authors: www.BizBookPubHub.com
  • Join the waitlist for the next Kindle Cross-Promotion Campaign for business authors: www.BizKindlePromo.com

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Biz Book Pub Hub features interviews with experts who help entrepreneurs become successful authors and author panels discussing the ROI of publishing a business book.  

Tune in for frank conversations about the ups and downs of the author journey. Find out what common mistakes you can avoid and what resources you can use to ensure your effort leads to business growth.

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How can Robbie Samuels help you?

🟧 He is an event design consultant, executive Zoom producer, business growth strategy coach, and book launch strategist who has been recognized as a networking expert by NPR, PCMA, Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Inc.

🟧 He is a TEDx speaker and award-winning author of three books that have collectively received over 650 Amazon reviews and reached #1 Best Seller in 30 paid categories in the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia, including ​​”Break Out of Boredom: Low-Tech Solutions for Highly Engaging Zoom Events,” which won a Gold award from the Nonfiction Authors Association.

🟧 He is a professional speaker who engages with his audience in person or virtually to share actionable insights on networking, business development, book launching, sales, and how to use Zoom to design engaging online experiences.

🟧 He coaches entrepreneurs on leveraging their network to help them build an audience before launching a new offer, book, podcast, or TEDx talk.

🟧 As a book launch strategist, he coaches business authors to build launch teams that lead to referrals, build their pipeline, and get 50+ Amazon reviews. He also designs and emcees virtual book launch parties that lead prospects to an offer. 

👀 Complete this form to schedule a complimentary book launch brainstorming session with Robbie: www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com

He founded the Biz Book Pub Hub, experts ready to help entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of writing, editing, publishing, and marketing their business books. Find this free resource, plus an invitation to free virtual networking events for writers and authors, and podcast show notes at www.BizBookPubHub.com 

🟧 As an event design consultant and executive Zoom producer, he is passionate about creating engaging and unforgettable experiences. With two decades of experience in the meetings and events industry, he has honed his skills in designing and executing events that leave a lasting impression.

Robbie partners with speakers and in-house event teams to design inclusive, engaging, and transformative virtual, in-person, or hybrid events. He helps overcome common virtual meeting mistakes to increase engagement and sales.

🟧 You're welcome to download the bonus content for each of his three books:

📚 “Break Out of Boredom: Low-Tech Solutions for Highly Engaging Zoom Events” – http://www.BreakOutofBoredom.com

📚 “Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List” – http://www.SmallListBigResults.com.

📚 “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” – http://www.CroissantsvsBagels.com. 

🎙️ He is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience with others, regularly speaks at industry events, and offers consulting services to help organizations and speakers achieve success in their own virtual or in-person events. 

🎙️ Do you have a podcast or host live interviews? He is looking for opportunities to share his business success story and strategies.

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