Sometimes life demands our full attention, and that's okay. In this heartfelt episode of The Seasoned Entrepreneur, Vanessa opens up about taking an unexpected month-long break from the podcast after losing her 95-year-old mother. She shares why giving yourself grace during life's challenges isn't a sign of entrepreneurial weakness—it's a sign of wisdom.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why the "always-on" entrepreneur mentality is harmful and unrealistic
• How to create a "life happens" protocol for your business
• The importance of communicating transparently with your audience during difficult times
• How to redefine productivity during crisis and personal challenges
• Why your humanity is an asset, not a liability, in your entrepreneurial journey

If you've ever felt guilty about putting your business on pause for family, health, or personal matters, this episode is for you. Vanessa reminds us that seasons of rest are not seasons of failure, and that building a business that honors your humanity is the truest form of success.

Listen now and give yourself permission to be beautifully, imperfectly human. 🎧

💬 Connect with Vanessa: Instagram @vancollins1
🔗 Show Notes: TheSeasonedEntrepreneur.com/15

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In this episode of The Seasoned Entrepreneur, I share practical social media strategies specifically for authors. Learn which platforms actually deserve your attention, how to optimize your Amazon Author Central page, and simple engagement techniques that won't consume your writing time.

Discover how to build meaningful connections with readers on platforms like Goodreads, Instagram, and Pinterest without feeling overwhelmed or inauthentic.

Whether you've published one book or many, these actionable tips will help you build your author platform where it matters most—where your readers already gather!

📌 Show notes and links: TheSeasonedEntrepreneur.com./14

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Most self-published books never sell more than a few hundred copies—but what if your book could generate thousands, even tens of thousands of dollars beyond royalties? In this eye-opening episode, I share how one book generated nearly $80,000—not from sales, but from the ecosystem I built around it. I’ll reveal the 3 biggest struggles authors face, the mindset shift that changed everything for me, and the framework that helped me turn my book into a business. Plus, find out how you can join my upcoming Monetized Author webinar and start transforming your book into a revenue-generating machine.

📌 Show notes and links: TheSeasonedEntrepreneur.com./13

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