004: Chandler Bolt | Cowboy Up: The Vision for a Billion-Dollar Publishing Empire The Matt King Show

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Chandler Bolt, the visionary behind a rapidly growing self-publishing business with the ambitious goal to publish 100,000 books by 2035.Chandler discusses his journey from self-publishing his first book at the age of 19 to scaling his company into a potential billion-dollar enterprise. Learn about his mindset shifts, the 'Cowboy Up' theme of 2025, and the importance of boldness and resilience in business. 

Listen in as Chandler shares candid lessons from a down year, the power of community, and tips for aspiring authors. Packed with leadership insights, this episode also touches on Chandler’s interactions with renowned figures like Dabo Sweeney, and the strategies that have driven his business success. 

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00:00 The Vision: 100,000 Books by 2035

01:05 Meet Chandler Bolt: From Self-Published Author to Mentor

01:29 Cowboy Up: Embracing Boldness and Southern Roots

02:48 Lessons from a Down Year: Scarcity to Boldness

05:53 Taming Chaos and Growing the Flock

11:55 The Journey: From College Dropout to Successful Entrepreneur

15:48 Ambitious Goals for the Future

17:10 Dealing with Criticism and Negative Reviews

21:00 Leadership Lessons from Dabo Sweeney

25:21 The Power of Volunteering and Service

32:17 How to Publish Your Book with Us

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The Matt King Show is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the untold stories of high-achieving individuals—entrepreneurs, athletes, investors, and visionaries—who have forged their own paths to success. Hosted by Matt King, the show goes beyond surface-level interviews, diving deep into the pivotal moments, mindset shifts, and lessons that shaped their journeys. With an engaging and thought-provoking approach, The Matt King Show isn’t just about success—it’s about the experiences, challenges, and philosophies that define extraordinary lives. This is where ambition meets authenticity, and where listeners gain insights they won’t hear anywhere else.