From College Dropout To $75 Million Selling Books

From College Dropout To $75 Million Selling Books

From Disruptors by Steve Trang

May 26, 2026 · 1h 24m

About this episode

Chandler Bolt shares his journey from college dropout to building a $75 million self-publishing business.

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People in this episode

Host: Steve Trang

Guest: Chandler Bolt

Topics covered

  • self-publishing
  • entrepreneurship
  • sales
  • business growth
  • personal development

Keywords

  • college dropout
  • self-publishing
  • business success
  • sales strategies
  • entrepreneurial journey

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Self Publishing.com, Objection Proof Selling, Beccfo

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