Case Study
Marie Bilodeau's Author Success Transformation
Overview:
Marie Bilodeau is a seasoned author and storyteller, specializing in science fiction, fantasy, and horror novels. Despite early success in her career, Marie was struggling to grow her business and increase her revenue. She had a clear passion for writing but found herself overwhelmed by distractions, lacking focus, and unsure where to direct her energy for maximum impact. That’s when she turned to Jessica Barna for guidance, and 5x’d her income in 6 months.
Before Working with Jessica:
Before joining Jessica’s coaching program, Marie was already an established author, publishing both traditionally and independently. However, her income had begun to stagnate, and her focus was scattered.
Despite her writing skills and experience, Marie found herself constantly distracted by “shiny things” — the allure of new ideas, courses, and strategies that promised success but didn’t deliver lasting results.
Her goals felt out of reach, and she struggled to stay on track. She knew she had the potential to succeed but needed a structured, focused approach to move forward.
The Turning Point:
Marie first encountered Jessica’s coaching at Inkers Con, where Jessica’s presentation about focus and goal-setting made a strong impression.
Inspired by the clarity Jessica provided, Marie decided to take the next step and join the coaching program.
The Transformation:
Working with Jessica every week brought structure, accountability, and clarity into Marie’s professional life.
With Jessica’s guidance, Marie was able to break her large goals down into manageable, actionable steps. No longer distracted by endless options, she gained the clarity to focus on what truly mattered. “The results I was chasing with all the new shiny things suddenly became about consistency,” she explains. This shift from chaos to consistency was transformative. Marie’s revenue increased fivefold, a direct result of applying a focused, step-by-step approach.
Additionally, the weekly coaching sessions helped Marie refine her business decisions, leading to higher productivity and a more strategic approach to her writing and marketing efforts.
The Results:
Marie’s focus, consistency, and strategic planning led to tangible growth in her career. She’s not only more productive but has also seen a significant increase in her income.
With this renewed clarity, Marie is now able to grow her business, expand her readership, and continue achieving new milestones.
Key Takeaways:
- Focus is everything. By narrowing her focus and committing to consistent actions, Marie was able to grow her business and increase her revenue.
- Accountability matters. Weekly check-ins provided the necessary structure to keep Marie on track, ensuring she was always moving forward.
- Consistency beats shortcuts. Marie’s success is a testament to the power of steady, focused effort rather than chasing after every new trend.
Who Can Benefit from Jessica’s Coaching?
Marie feels that Jessica’s coaching is valuable for authors at any stage of their career. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned professional, focusing on the right priorities, setting actionable goals, and staying accountable can unlock significant growth. As Marie puts it:
If you’re ready to increase your focus, grow your business, and achieve measurable results, like Marie, it’s time to take action.
Ready to start your transformation?
Contact us to learn how Jessica’s coaching can help you clarify your goals, stay focused, and build a successful author career.