In this episode of "5 Minute Advice for Authors," Bill C. Potts, a five-time cancer survivor and the author of "Up for the Fight: How to Advocate for Yourself as You Battle Cancer," discusses the importance of self-advocacy and ownership of one’s health journey, especially when facing a formidable opponent like cancer. Bill reveals how his book has impacted others, with readers reaching out to share their stories of how following his advice literally saved their lives.

When Bill Potts answers the phone to DailyMail.com, he is infectiously jubilant. 

The father-of-three has survived cancer five times: thyroid cancer once and non-Hodgkin lymphoma four times. 

'It sounds odd to even say those words [five time cancer survivor]. It's such a big number,' he said. 'It's humbling... And I'm obviously grateful.'

Listen to Bill's interview with Sharon Saylor on the Autoimmune Hour Podcast on the Big Stories Podcast by BYU.

Listen to Bill's interview with Sharon Saylor on the Autoimmune Hour Podcast.

My last day working at CMA was emotional. I was about to have surgery again and would soon be starting chemotherapy and immunotherapy for my fifth bout with cancer. It was also a goodbye to a very special dolphin. That day, I donned swim goggles, grabbed some fish, laid down with my head in the water – and looking her directly in the eye, fed her. It seemed as if she had a sixth sense about the reasons for my overflowing emotions. We held that gaze for the entirety of the time I fed her. I then got out – and said good-bye to her, with tears in my eyes. Winter had been a big part of my life – inspiring me daily. I still miss her.

Bill Potts, five-time cancer survivor and author of Up for the Fight, discusses why it’s essential for cancer patients to learn to advocate for themselves.

The Passion Struck Podcast is HERE!!

Listen to Bill's interview with Jim Harshaw Jr. on the Success Through Failure Podcast.

Listen to Bill's interview “Surviving Cancer Five Times and Beyond” with Andrea Wilson Woods of the Cancer U Thrivers Podcast.

Listen to Bill's interview “Surviving Cancer Five Times and Beyond” with Andrea Wilson Woods of the Cancer U Thrivers Podcast.

Listen to Bill's interview with Patricia Greenberg of Eat Well, Live Well, Age Well.

Cancer survivor Bill C. Potts is a testament to the human spirit. After being diagnosed with cancer five times, he's learned a lot about beating the odds and staying positive. In this video, he shares his story and offers advice for anyone who is struggling with cancer or any other difficult challenge.

Listen to Bill's interview with Freddie Kimmel of the Beautifully Broken Podcast.

One of the major themes of the Beautifully Broken podcast is the survivor’s journey and the choice to live with hope even after contracting a chronic illness like cancer. Starting this show was inspired by my own lived experience, and throughout its tenure, we’ve had many guests who have inspired us through stories of their own.

Chemotherapy and radiation are tough but often necessary parts of fighting cancer. Here’s what to expect.