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  • From Manuscript to Marketplace — Terry Whalin on What Authors Must Do to Succeed
    In this episode of Amazing Authorities, host Mitch Carson sits down with Terry Whalin — author, acquisitions editor, publishing strategist, and educator — who has helped thousands of authors navigate the realities of the book world.Terry reveals the truth most authors never hear: your publisher will not market your book for you. Real success comes from the author’s consistent effort — building audience, nurturing connections, and showing up every day with meaningful value. Drawing on decades of experience as a writer, traditional publisher, and editor, Terry shares how to promote your book authentically, how to leverage libraries and newsletters for long-term sales, and why relationships are the real currency in publishing.From writing 1,700+ blog posts to building a 175,000+ audience on X, his approach proves that small, consistent actions compound into lasting authority.In this episode, you’ll discover:📚 Why Author-Led Promotion MattersThe real reason publishers provide minimal marketing — and how to take control of your book’s success.✍️ Daily Habits That Build VisibilityThe “Rule of Five” action system Terry used to grow his audience and sales over time.🏛️ Selling Through LibrariesA practical, overlooked grassroots strategy that can generate ongoing interest and circulation.🎯 How to Hit Bestseller Lists AuthenticallyWhy newsletters and pre-sales can outperform expensive promotional “hacks.”🌐 Own Your PlatformWhy websites and email lists are more powerful (and safer) than relying on social media.🤝 Networking for OpportunityHow connecting with other authors and thought leaders leads to bigger projects — including ghostwriting for high-profile figures.🌍 Learn More About Terry Whalin📖 Book: 10 Publishing Myths: Inside Secrets Every Author Needs to Succeed🎁 Bonuses + Book: publishingoffer.com📄 Free “11th Myth” Chapter: terrylinks.com/11thmyth💼 LinkedIn: Terry Whalin🐦 X (Twitter): @TerryWhalin----------If you like this episode, don't forget to check the following links: You can schedule a strategy call with me using this link: https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com/meetwithmitch⁠⁠ If you want to be a podcast guest, you can apply here: https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com/podcastguest You can find me here:https://www.mitchcarson.com/⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/MitchCarsonOfficial/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mitchcarsonofficial/⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/MCarsonOfficial/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchcarsoninstantcelebrity/⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MitchCarsonOfficial⁠⁠ My Amazon Book Links:The Amazing Authors of Singapore: https://a.co/d/cp9KjC1The Silent Salesmen: https://a.co/d/b4eqa2D If you're serious about publishing and selling more books on Amazon, you need the right data.That’s why I use Publisher Rocket—it’s like having a book marketing expert in your pocket:https://mitchauthor--rocket.thrivecart.com/publisher-rocket-mitch-author/5e8f51fc1dd46/
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  • Quiet Power, Big Impact — Serena Low on Leading as an Introvert, Reinvention, and Building Safe Community Spaces
    In this thoughtful and deeply inspiring episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson speaks with Serena Low, founder of the Quiet Warrior movement — a global platform dedicated to empowering introverts to lead, speak, and influence in ways that are natural, calm, and deeply authentic.After 11 years practicing law in Singapore, Serena made the bold decision to completely reinvent her life — migrating to Australia, shifting careers, and rebuilding her identity from the inside out. Her journey is shaped not by loud ambition, but by quiet courage — navigating uncertainty, personal loss, and cultural transition with resilience and clarity.Today, Serena supports introverts worldwide through coaching, community spaces, public speaking training, and her podcast, The Quiet Warrior. Her approach proves that leadership does not require volume — just presence, intention, and truth.In this episode, we explore:🌱 Reinvention and Identity — How Serena rebuilt her life after leaving law and moving across the world🤝 Quiet Leadership — Thriving without forcing extroverted expectations🌍 Community Without Pressure — Creating safe online spaces for reflection, depth, and emotional restoration🎙️ Podcasting for Introverts — Deep connection without the spotlight📚 The Hero Within — Serena’s book amplifying global stories of resilience and personal rebirth🗣️ Speaking With Ease — How to grow confidence through experiential practice, not performanceSerena’s message is a reminder that real influence is often subtle, and that introverts lead not by shouting, but by shaping the room with calm conviction.🌿 Learn More About Serena Low📍 LinkedIn: Serena Low — The Quiet Warrior🎙️ Podcast: The Quiet Warrior📚 Book: The Hero Within — Available on Amazon🌐 Communities: Introverts Around the World | Quiet Women’s Circle----------If you like this episode, don't forget to check the following links: You can schedule a strategy call with me using this link: https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com/meetwithmitch⁠⁠ If you want to be a podcast guest, you can apply here: https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com/podcastguest You can find me here:https://www.mitchcarson.com/⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/MitchCarsonOfficial/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mitchcarsonofficial/⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/MCarsonOfficial/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchcarsoninstantcelebrity/⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MitchCarsonOfficial⁠⁠ My Amazon Book Links:The Amazing Authors of Singapore: https://a.co/d/cp9KjC1The Silent Salesmen: https://a.co/d/b4eqa2D If you're serious about publishing and selling more books on Amazon, you need the right data.That’s why I use Publisher Rocket—it’s like having a book marketing expert in your pocket:https://mitchauthor--rocket.thrivecart.com/publisher-rocket-mitch-author/5e8f51fc1dd46/
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  • From Zero to 100,000 Downloads — Anika Jackson on Sustainable Podcast Growth, Monetization & the Power of Long-Game Strategy
    In this high-value episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Anika Jackson — podcaster, educator, brand strategist, and host of Your Brand Amplified — to break down what it really takes to build a podcast that earns attention, builds credibility, and generates meaningful revenue.Anika didn’t go viral. She didn’t rely on social media hype. She built her show through consistency, strategic optimization, community partnerships, and smart monetization — eventually reaching 100,000 downloads per month and nearly 600 episodes published.Her journey reveals that podcast success is not about overnight fame — it’s about the long game: mastering the craft, reinvesting early revenue, diversifying income streams, and treating your show like a business from day one.In this conversation, you’ll learn:🎙️ The 100 Episode Rule — Why podcasting requires commitment before growth and sponsorships take off📈 Monetization That Works — How Anika earned $2K–$5K/month early through partnerships and reinvestment🤝 Affiliate & Network Strategies — Expanding income beyond traditional brand sponsors🔍 SEO + Direct Ads vs. Social Media — Why discoverability comes from keywords and distribution, not viral content🎓 Teaching and Coaching — Supporting podcasters through university programs and hands-on production guidance🤖 AI + Podcasting — How Anika is integrating smart tools to streamline workflows and differentiate in a growing marketAnika proves that podcasting is not a trend — it is a lasting media channel for authority-building, relationship-building, and business growth. Her approach is both practical and visionary, blending industry wisdom with forward-thinking strategy.🌍 Learn More About Anika Jackson🎧 Podcast: Your Brand Amplified🌐 Website: AnikaJackson.com📚 Courses & Coaching: Podcast Strategy | Production Support | AI Tools🎓 Faculty: University of Southern California — PR, Media & Branding🌍 Learn More About Anika Jackson----------If you like this episode, don't forget to check the following links: You can schedule a strategy call with me using this link: https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com/meetwithmitch⁠⁠ If you want to be a podcast guest, you can apply here: https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com/podcastguest You can find me here:https://www.mitchcarson.com/⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/MitchCarsonOfficial/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mitchcarsonofficial/⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/MCarsonOfficial/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchcarsoninstantcelebrity/⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MitchCarsonOfficial⁠⁠ My Amazon Book Links:The Amazing Authors of Singapore: https://a.co/d/cp9KjC1The Silent Salesmen: https://a.co/d/b4eqa2D If you're serious about publishing and selling more books on Amazon, you need the right data.That’s why I use Publisher Rocket—it’s like having a book marketing expert in your pocket:https://mitchauthor--rocket.thrivecart.com/publisher-rocket-mitch-author/5e8f51fc1dd46/
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  • Build Smart, Scale Fast — Trevor G. Blake on Entrepreneurial Mindset, Strategic Storytelling, and Market Disruption
    In this inspiring episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Trevor G. Blake — serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and founder of multiple companies collectively valued at over $850 million. Trevor shares the unconventional mindset and strategic frameworks that enabled him to repeatedly build, scale, and exit businesses without burnout, overwhelm, or unnecessary complexity.From humble beginnings to leading high-impact ventures in biotech, pharma, and technology, Trevor reveals why the key to exponential growth isn’t working harder — it’s thinking differently. His approach centers on storytelling, intentional strategy, and the power of designing businesses that scale without requiring founders to sacrifice their lives.In this episode, you’ll discover:💰 The Venture Capital Mindset — Why owning 10% of a billion-dollar company beats 100% of a small one🔄 Entrepreneurial Self-Awareness — How Trevor knows when it’s time to sell, evolve, or start again📖 Storytelling as Strategy — Crafting narratives that inspire belief, trust, and action📚 Unconventional Publishing Success — How gifting 16,000 books created a national bestseller🧱 The Hub Model Startup — Build companies using vendors instead of employees for agility and profitability🚀 Disruption with Purpose — Transforming industries by solving real inefficiencies, not chasing trendsTrevor’s journey proves that entrepreneurship is not about chasing hustle — it’s about clarity, energy alignment, and building with strategy instead of struggle. His message is bold, practical, and deeply empowering for founders at any stage.🌍 Learn More About Trevor G. Blake:📘 Books & Courses: Free resources available at TrevorGBlake.com💡 Creator of The Transformation Experience🌎 Advisory + entrepreneurial training for innovators, leaders, and founders----------If you like this episode, don't forget to check the following links: You can schedule a strategy call with me using this link: https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com/meetwithmitch⁠⁠ If you want to be a podcast guest, you can apply here: https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com/podcastguest You can find me here:https://www.mitchcarson.com/⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/MitchCarsonOfficial/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mitchcarsonofficial/⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/MCarsonOfficial/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchcarsoninstantcelebrity/⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MitchCarsonOfficial⁠⁠ My Amazon Book Links:The Amazing Authors of Singapore: https://a.co/d/cp9KjC1The Silent Salesmen: https://a.co/d/b4eqa2D If you're serious about publishing and selling more books on Amazon, you need the right data.That’s why I use Publisher Rocket—it’s like having a book marketing expert in your pocket:https://mitchauthor--rocket.thrivecart.com/publisher-rocket-mitch-author/5e8f51fc1dd46/
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  • Unlocking Hidden Revenue — Philippa Gamse on Turning Website Data Into Profit, Strategy, and Growth
    In this eye-opening episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Philippa Gamse — internet strategist, analytics expert, and author of Website Wealth — to reveal the surprising truth about website performance: most businesses are leaving money on the table, simply because they aren’t looking at the data that matters.With over 25 years of digital strategy experience, Philippa has helped organizations from small professional firms to global enterprises uncover new revenue streams by understanding how visitors actually behave online. Her approach goes far beyond traffic numbers — it’s about intention, behavior, engagement, and conversion.Through real-world case studies, Philippa demonstrates how analytics can transform website confusion into clarity — and existing traffic into immediate revenue.In this episode, you’ll discover:💡 Analytics That Unlock Profit — Why businesses must move past vanity metrics to find real revenue opportunities🧭 Turning Behavior Into Strategy — How site search and user flow can reveal hidden customer demand📦 Monetizing What You Already Have — How existing expertise and FAQs can become digital products that sell themselves📉 The Social Media Trap — Why high traffic doesn’t mean high return — and what to measure instead🎯 Goal-Driven Data — Why clarity of business outcomes must precede analytics review🤖 The Role of AI — Practical use cases for AI in analytics — and where human judgment is still essentialPhilippa reminds us that the power of analytics isn’t in the numbers — it’s in the insights and actions those numbers inspire. With the right lens, every website holds untapped value waiting to be revealed.🌍 Learn More About Philippa Gamse:📘 Book: Website Wealth — available at PhilippaGamse.com🌐 Consulting & Strategy: Digital analytics for ROI-focused organizations----------If you like this episode, don't forget to check the following links: You can schedule a strategy call with me using this link: https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com/meetwithmitch⁠⁠ If you want to be a podcast guest, you can apply here: https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com/podcastguest You can find me here:https://www.mitchcarson.com/⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/MitchCarsonOfficial/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mitchcarsonofficial/⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/MCarsonOfficial/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchcarsoninstantcelebrity/⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MitchCarsonOfficial⁠⁠ My Amazon Book Links:The Amazing Authors of Singapore: https://a.co/d/cp9KjC1The Silent Salesmen: https://a.co/d/b4eqa2D If you're serious about publishing and selling more books on Amazon, you need the right data.That’s why I use Publisher Rocket—it’s like having a book marketing expert in your pocket:https://mitchauthor--rocket.thrivecart.com/publisher-rocket-mitch-author/5e8f51fc1dd46/
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Amazing Authorities is where elite experts share the truth behind their rise to influence, impact, and income. Hosted by Mitch Carson—international speaker, bestselling author, and NBC show creator—this podcast brings you in-depth conversations with visionary entrepreneurs, bestselling authors, global keynote speakers, media moguls, and world-class performers. Each episode unpacks how these guests became recognized authorities—and how you can too.
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