Day 50/100 Halfway Home

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December 9, 2025
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Stormin’

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Overview & Market Context

The AI-Empowered Entrepreneur by Vera Sloan sits squarely in the fast-growing niche of “AI for solopreneurs/creators” – alongside titles like AI for Solopreneurs and ChatGPT for Entrepreneurs that promise to automate content, marketing, and operations with AI tools.(Amazon)

The book is positioned as:

“A practical, encouraging guide for solo business owners who are doing everything alone and wondering how to lighten the load,” focusing on AI as a supportive partner, not a replacement for creativity.(Awesome Gang)

Key characteristics from the product copy and promo sites:

Focus on solo business owners and creative/coach-type entrepreneurs
Emphasis on sustainable, “feels good” business, not hustle or “10x overnight” promises(It’s Write Now)
Tools highlighted: ChatGPT, Canva, Systeme.io as a practical starter stack(It’s Write Now)
Ongoing ecosystem: companion blog + tutorials, Facebook community, and “AI Action Pack” templates on the author’s site(BeBuzzin)
Early Amazon metadata in some regions shows small but perfect 5.0/5 ratings (e.g., 2 reviews), indicating very early in its lifecycle.(Amazon UK)

It’s clearly first in an “AI for Entrepreneurs” series, signalling long-term brand building rather than a one-off book.(It’s Write Now)

Strengths — What Sets This Book Apart

1. Emotional positioning: “lighter, more aligned, sustainable”

Most AI-for-business books lean on speed, profit and “dominate with AI.” This one leans into emotional relief: less overwhelm, less hustle, more ease and alignment.(It’s Write Now)

That framing:

Speaks to burned-out solo business owners who are tired of grind-culture messaging.
Differentiates it from “500 prompts to 10x your revenue” style books, by framing AI as a way to feel better in the business, not just to earn more.(Awesome Gang)

2. Clear, human-centered avatar

Across promo copy and author bio, the target reader is crystal clear:

Solo entrepreneur doing everything alone
Wants simple systems, less mental load, and gentle productivity frameworks
Likely favors personal development + digital entrepreneurship over hardcore tech manuals(Awesome Gang)

This clarity makes it easier to write examples, stories, and workflows that feel “seen” by that reader.

3. Anti-hustle, pro-sustainability stance

The book states explicitly that it is not about hustling harder, but about working with intention, clarity, and confidence.(It’s Write Now)

In a crowded AI space, that:

Signals psychological safety (“I won’t be pressured into building a giant funnel empire”)
Aligns with readers who care about burnout prevention, boundaries, and values-aligned work

4. Practical, tool-anchored promise (ChatGPT + Canva + Systeme.io)

By naming specific tools, the book signals:

Concrete, walk-through examples instead of abstract theory
A starter stack that feels approachable for non-technical readers (no-code, visual tools)(It’s Write Now)

Compared to many abstract “AI mindset” books, this lowers perceived implementation friction.

5. Ecosystem & ongoing support

The author extends the book with:

A companion blog and tutorials
A Facebook community
Additional AI Action Pack templates and resources on her website(BeBuzzin)

This is smart for:

Building ongoing engagement and upsell paths
Keeping tool-specific content updated outside the book
Giving nervous readers more hand-holding and “I’m not alone” feeling

6. Warm, encouraging author persona

Author bio describes a former nurse case manager turned online entrepreneur, writing with a “calm, encouraging approach” and human-centered systems.(Awesome Gang)

That backstory:

Builds trust with readers who are caregivers, service providers, healers, or midlife career-changers, not tech bros
Softens the “scary” edges of AI with a caring, helper identity

Weaknesses — Where the Book May Be Vulnerable

Because the book is brand-new with minimal visible reviews, these are inferred vulnerabilities based on positioning, market norms, and comparable titles.

1. Title confusion in a crowded, similarly named niche

The title “The AI-Empowered Entrepreneur” sits very close to:

The AI-Powered Entrepreneur
The AI-First Entrepreneur
Multiple AI for Solopreneurs and ChatGPT for Entrepreneurs titles(Amazon)

Risks:

Search confusion – readers may mix it up with “AI-Powered Entrepreneur” or “AI-First Entrepreneur.”
Weaker recall – “Empowered” vs “Powered” is subtle; the differentiation is emotional, not semantic.
Harder to stand out in thumbnail grids packed with “AI ___ Entrepreneur.”

2. Soft, non-quantitative promise

The core benefit is that your business will feel lighter, more aligned, more sustainable. That’s attractive, but:

There’s little mention of specific outcomes (e.g., “reclaim 10–15 hours a week,” “ship a month of content in an hour”).
In a marketplace conditioned to “work less, earn more,” some buyers may see this as less results-driven than competitors promising automation of 80% of the business, etc.(Bookshop.org)

This can reduce conversion for ROI-focused buyers, even if the content is excellent.

3. Tool-specific framing that may age quickly

Locking into ChatGPT, Canva, and Systeme.io is commercially smart right now, but:

Interfaces and capabilities change fast; screenshots and step-by-step instructions can date quickly.
Readers who use different platforms (ConvertKit, Kajabi, Notion, etc.) may fear the book is too Systeme.io-centric or not easily translatable.(It’s Write Now)

If the core frameworks aren’t foregrounded over the tools, the book’s shelf-life is shorter.

4. Possible gap in depth for advanced users

The promo copy emphasizes:

Simplifying tasks
Gentle productivity frameworks
Burnout-free content creation(Awesome Gang)

Power users who already:

Use advanced prompt chains
Build complex automations
Integrate multiple AI tools

…may find the material too introductory or lacking in advanced use-cases, agentic workflows, or multi-tool orchestration (which competing 2025 titles now emphasize).(Google Books)

5. Early-stage social proof

Regional Amazon listings show a very low review count (e.g., 2 reviews at 5.0/5).(Amazon Australia)

This isn’t a content flaw, but it means:

The book hasn’t yet crossed the social-proof threshold many buyers look for (20–50+ ratings).
It can be overshadowed algorithmically by higher-volume competitors, especially those tied to aggressive list-building funnels.

Why Readers Do Buy (or Will)

Based on the description, author persona, and market context, here’s what likely pulls buyers in:

1. Relief from overwhelm

The language is tailored to people who feel:

Behind on content
Drowning in tasks
Guilty for not “doing more”

“Reset,” “lighter,” “ease,” and “clarity” are pain-relief words that resonate with overwhelmed solopreneurs.(It’s Write Now)

2. A friendly on-ramp to AI for non-tech readers

Readers who are intimidated by AI but curious want:

A hand-holding guide
Gentle tone
Real-world examples instead of jargon

The author’s nurse-to-entrepreneur story and “calm, encouraging approach” promise exactly that.(Awesome Gang)

3. Integration of mindset + systems

The book promises both:

Mindset shifts (“intention, clarity, confidence”)
Concrete workflows and simple systems for content, client experience, and decisions(Awesome Gang)

That blend attracts readers who want personal growth + practical steps, not just prompt lists.

4. Community and ongoing support

The promise of:

Companion blog
Tutorials
Facebook community
Additional templates and newsletters(BeBuzzin)

…helps buyers feel they are joining an ongoing ecosystem, not just buying a static PDF.

5. Values-aligned, anti-hype branding

By explicitly rejecting hustle culture and emphasizing human-centered systems, the book appeals strongly to:

Coaches, therapists, healers
Creatives who fear losing their voice with AI
Values-driven entrepreneurs who dislike “bro-marketing”

They buy because they believe this book will let them use AI without selling their soul.

Why Some Don’t Buy (or May Be Disappointed)

1. ROI-driven readers may see it as “too soft”

Entrepreneurs hunting for hard financial outcomes (“earn an extra $5k/month with AI”) may:

Perceive the “feels good” promise as vague
Worry it focuses more on mindset than measurable business metrics

Those readers may either skip it altogether or feel underwhelmed if the book doesn’t tie the emotional benefits to concrete financial and time wins.

2. Advanced AI users may outgrow it quickly

More experienced users may want:

Multi-agent workflows
Advanced API or automation examples
Detailed funnel blueprints with AI-driven segmentation

If the content stays at the “beginner systems and prompts” level, they may leave reviews noting it’s basic but good for beginners – which can narrow perceived audience.

3. Tool-lock hesitancy

Readers who dislike Systeme.io, prefer other CRMs, or don’t want to be “sold into a stack” may hesitate if they sense:

Too much specificity to one platform
Upsell into a particular tech ecosystem

They may prefer books that are platform-agnostic or framed around principles, not specific SaaS products.(It’s Write Now)

4. Skepticism about AI “trend” books

A growing segment of readers is wary of:

“AI cash-grab” books thrown together quickly
Recycled content from blogs/YouTube

If the Look Inside sample or reviews don’t demonstrate depth, originality, and structure, these readers may decide this is yet another short, surface-level guide.

Strategic Advice for a Competing Self-Published Book

If you’re writing a competing book in this market, here are 7–10 critical elements to include – and mistakes to avoid – to gain attention and sales.

1. Sharpen the niche and outcome

Go one level more specific than “solo business owners”: e.g., service-based solopreneurs over 40, online coaches, creators with chronic illness, etc.
Tie the emotional promise to clear, quantified outcomes:
- “Reclaim 10–15 hours a week”
- “Ship 30 days of content in 90 minutes”
- “Automate 70% of your client onboarding”

Mistake to avoid: generic “grow your business with AI” promises that could describe any book.

2. Lead with frameworks, not just tools

Create named frameworks and repeatable processes (e.g., “3-Layer AI System Map,” “Daily 30: a 30-minute AI ritual”) that are tool-agnostic.
Put detailed tool steps (screenshots, menus) into downloadable companion guides you can update, rather than hard-coding them in the book.

Mistake to avoid: filling chapters with step-by-step UI walkthroughs that will be outdated in a year.

3. Build rich case studies and “day-in-the-life” examples

Include 3–7 deep case studies of real or composite solopreneurs: starting point, constraints, AI workflow, and measurable after.
Show “before and after” schedules, dashboards, or content output to make benefits tangible.

Mistake to avoid: purely hypothetical examples that feel like marketing copy, not reality.

4. Provide a tiered roadmap (Beginner → Intermediate → Advanced)

Structure the book as a path:
1. Stabilize (capture, clarify, offload)
2. Systematize (standard workflows, repeatable prompts)
3. Scale (automation, agents, teams, or multi-tool orchestration)
Make it clear what a beginner should do this week vs what an advanced user can implement next.

Mistake to avoid: mixing beginner and advanced tactics randomly so readers feel lost or mismatched.

5. Anchor ethics, authenticity, and boundaries

Include a frank chapter on ethical AI use, privacy, and maintaining your voice (with examples of “AI-washed” content vs authentic AI-assisted content).
Address emotional fears head-on: “Will I sound fake?” “Am I cheating?”

Mistake to avoid: ignoring these anxieties and sounding like a tool evangelist rather than a trusted guide.

6. Create a serious “asset stack” as bonuses

To out-compete, your offer shouldn’t be just a book; it should feel like a starter operating system:

Prompt libraries organized by business area (marketing, delivery, admin, strategy)
Checklists, SOP templates, Notion/ClickUp boards, or Google Docs systems
A “First 30 Days Implementation Plan”

Deliver these via email to grow your list and give you update flexibility.

Mistake to avoid: offering only vague “companion resources” that don’t materially save time.

7. Strong visual and structural clarity

Use clear diagrams, flowcharts, and one-page summaries at the end of each part.
Include “Try This Now” boxes with micro-actions (e.g., one 10-minute AI experiment per section).

Mistake to avoid: long, uninterrupted prose that makes implementation feel abstract and heavy.

8. Layer in cross-platform discoverability

Optimize your subtitle and back-of-book copy for search terms already dominating the niche (e.g., “AI for solopreneurs,” “ChatGPT prompts,” “automate your one-person business”).(Amazon)
Plan for interlocking assets: podcast interviews, YouTube “workalong” videos, a lead magnet that reuses book frameworks, and a newsletter tying it all together.

Mistake to avoid: treating the book as an isolated product rather than a hub in an ecosystem.

9. Build trust with transparent limits

Be explicit about what AI can’t do, common pitfalls, and mistakes the author actually made.
Include a chapter of “AI Fails & Fixes” to humanize the journey.

Mistake to avoid: over-promising “hands-off passive income” and setting readers up for disappointment.

10. Seed social proof early and visibly

Before launch, recruit a beta reader / ARC group from your target niche and bake their testimonials into the listing and first pages.
Encourage detailed reviews that mention specific wins (e.g., “I used Chapter 5 to cut my client onboarding time in half”).

Mistake to avoid: launching into this crowded niche with zero or generic reviews and expecting Amazon to do the heavy lifting.

If you build a book that:

Is more sharply niched,
Offers clearer, measurable outcomes,
Centers durable frameworks over transient tools, and
Ships with a robust, genuinely helpful asset + community ecosystem,

You can absolutely carve out space next to The AI-Empowered Entrepreneur and capture readers who want both calm and concrete results from AI in their solo business.

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What Is Phishing?

Phishing is a scam where someone pretends to be a trusted company or person to trick you into giving up:

Passwords
Bank or credit card numbers
Social Security information
Email or account access
Money (often through fake “urgent” requests)

Phishing messages usually come by email, text message, or phone call, and they try to create panic or urgency so you react before thinking.

Common examples:

“Your bank account has been locked—click here immediately!”
“Your package couldn’t be delivered—update payment information.”
“You owe money to the IRS—pay now or you’ll be arrested.”
“Your password is expiring—log in to keep your account.”
“We noticed suspicious activity—verify your identity.”

They look real because scammers use:

Company logos
Familiar colors
Fake but convincing websites
Spoofed phone numbers that look legitimate

How to Recognize a Phishing Attempt

1. Look at the sender—NOT the logo.

Logos can be stolen.
Email addresses cannot hide as easily.

Example:

Real: support@bankofamerica.com
Fake: support@secure-bankofamerica-alerts.com

Even tiny differences matter.

2. Beware of urgency or threats.

Phishing uses fear:

“Your account will close in 24 hours.”
“You will be fined.”
“Someone is using your account.”

Real companies rarely demand immediate action.

3. Look for spelling or grammar mistakes.

Professional companies rarely send sloppy messages.
Phishing emails often sound “off,” too robotic or too urgent.

4. Hover over links before clicking.

On a computer, hover your mouse over a link (don’t click).
You’ll see the REAL website address in the bottom corner.

If the link looks strange or unfamiliar → don’t click.

5. Unexpected attachments are dangerous.

Never open attachments from people or companies you weren’t expecting.

Attachments can install viruses silently.

How to Protect Yourself

1. Never click links in suspicious emails or texts

Instead:

Open your browser manually
Type the company’s website yourself
Log in from there

This avoids fake websites.

2. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA)

This adds a second step when logging in—usually a text code or an authenticator app.

Even if a scammer steals your password, they still cannot access your account.

3. Keep your Chromebook, phone, and browser updated

Updates fix security holes.
Your Lenovo Chromebook does this automatically, making it one of the safest devices for seniors.

4. Use strong, unique passwords

If one account gets hacked, the others stay safe.

Good approach:
Use a password manager or use a phrase like:
SunriseWalk!241

5. Never give private info over the phone unless YOU initiated the call

Scammers often pretend to be:

Banks
Medicare
Social Security
Tech support
Amazon
UPS or FedEx

If something feels off, hang up and call the official number yourself.

6. Be extra cautious with “tech support” calls

Microsoft, Google, or Amazon will never call you to fix your device.

If someone says your account is hacked and they need remote access → it’s a scam.

7. If something feels off, trust your gut

Scams succeed because they pressure you to act fast.
Slow down.

Ask yourself:

Did I expect this message?
Does the sender match the company?
Is there urgency or fear?

If unsure → check with someone you trust or ask me anytime.

If You Think You Fell for a Phishing Scam

Take these steps immediately:

Change your password for the affected account
Enable 2FA
Check bank or credit accounts for unusual charges
If money was sent, call your bank immediately—they can sometimes reverse it
If malware was downloaded, run a scan or take the device to a trusted technician