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A podcast about investing in digital assets including websites and online businesses, showcasing stories and strategies of people who have transitioned to online income and built high cash-flow portfolios in the new digital economy.

Matt and Liz Raad


    • May 20, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 107 EPISODES


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    Ep 107: Is It Still Worth Buying Online Businesses in 2025? CEO of Empire Flippers Shares All.m4a

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 32:54


    In a world where anyone can list a website for sale, Empire Flippers accepts only 5% of submissions. Why?Because their marketplace has become the gold standard for serious buyers.Every listing undergoes rigorous verification through APIs, financial checks, and seller background screening.In this interview, CEO Andy Allaway shares what's really happening in today's market.And what separates million-dollar website listings from the rest, including a rare look at a 20-year-old news site generating $60K monthly that passed their strict vetting process.Plus, Andy answers the big question: Is it still worth buying or selling online businesses in 2025?Whether you're looking to buy your first website or sell your 7-figure e-com brand, this interview is packed with value.Listen now to get the inside scoop on what's really happening in the online business marketplace in 2025.Connect with Andy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyallaway/Want To Learn How To Buy Websites for Income and Financial Independence?You don't need tech skills or prior experience—just the right strategy. Learn how complete beginners are buying profitable online businesses (without the risk of getting scammed or overpaying): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 106: From Zero to 6-Figures and Financial Independence: Captain FI's Untold Story

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 49:04


    How do you go from flying planes to quietly building one of Australia's most successful FIRE blogs, all without revealing your identity?In this exclusive episode, Captain FI joins Matt at eBusiness Institute for the very first time on camera to reveal his identity and the real story behind his six-figure finance blog and how he achieved financial independence years ahead of schedule.Tune in now to hear:Why he started blogging anonymously (and what finally made him go public)The exact strategies that turned a personal blog into a powerful income streamHow he grew his traffic in a saturated niche without ads or social mediaThe mindset shift that helped him go from pilot to full-time content creatorAdvice for anyone starting their own path to FIRE or thinking of launching a blogWant To Learn How To Buy Websites for Income and Financial Independence?You don't need tech skills or prior experience—just the right strategy. Learn how complete beginners are buying profitable online businesses (without the risk of getting scammed or overpaying): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 105: How This Engineer Built a 6-Figure Lifestyle Business In 6 Months

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 26:23


    How do you walk away from a $160K-a-year corporate job, take a gap year with your young family, travel around Australia… and then, within six months, build a high six-figure freedom business?In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Luke, a former engineer turned digital entrepreneur, who did exactly that. You'll hear:✅ The burnout that led to a life-changing decision✅ How a $100K gap year gave his family clarity and purpose✅ The clever (and unexpected) strategy that launched his wife's thriving business✅ How he used his skills to build a digital agency from a small rural town✅ The four non-negotiables that guided their new lifestyleIf you're stuck in a corporate job and dreaming of more freedom, time with your family, and building something meaningful, this episode will show you what's possible.Want To Learn How To Buy Websites for Income and Financial Independence?You don't need tech skills or prior experience—just the right strategy. Learn how complete beginners are buying profitable online businesses (without the risk of getting scammed or overpaying): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 104: How They Built A 6-Figure Laptop Lifestyle Business While Exploring Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 41:18


    Imagine quitting your job, buying a bus and travelling full time, all whilst still earning a 6 figure income.Chris and Bec have been paid to travel the world for the last 5 years, earning remote income and literally living the laptop lifestyle.Today we are going to find out what that journey has been like for them. You'll hear:How they are making money online and how they're AI proofing itWhat they've discovered to be the most lucrative and easiest ways to monetise online.How they're driving traffic in this AI age.Plus, the surprising way you can get started and create options outside a 9-5.If your job isn't fulfilling and you feel like you're chasing someone else's dream, this interview could change everything.Want To Learn How To Buy Websites for Income & Assets?You don't need tech skills or prior experience—just the right strategy. Learn how complete beginners are buying profitable online businesses (without the risk of getting scammed or overpaying): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 103: What Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z, AI and Their Future Careers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 28:00


    If your child was born between 1997 and 2012, this could be the most important conversation you have together.In this powerful episode, you'll meet Jack Smart—a Gen Z entrepreneur who skipped university and built a successful business using AI and digital skills. No degree. No debt. No waiting for permission.Instead of following the old playbook, Jack chose a smarter path—one that gave him freedom, purpose, and real-world success. If you've ever wondered whether the traditional path is still the best option for your teen or young adult, this episode will open your eyes to what's really possible in today's AI-powered world.☕ Grab a cuppa, sit down with your teen, and take 20 minutes to listen the conversation that could shape their future.Want To Learn How To Buy Websites for Income & Assets?You don't need tech skills or prior experience—just the right strategy. Learn how complete beginners are buying profitable online businesses (without the risk of getting scammed or overpaying): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep. 102: Should You Buy or Build Websites? One Choice Creates Freedom. The Other… Frustration

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 21:56


    Should you buy a website that's already making money… or build one from scratch in 2025?We have taught thousands of people how to buy neglected websites and turn them into 6- and 7-figure digital assets. And in this episode, you're going to learn what most people get wrong when buying websites in 2025.In this episode, we break down:The first skill we learned before buying our first websiteThe common buying mistake that costs beginners thousandsReal stories of people buying $400 sites and turning it into $4K/monthAnd how to use the build → buy → renovate strategy to create wealth in the age of AI.Want To Learn How To Buy Websites for Income & Assets?You don't need tech skills or prior experience—just the right strategy. Learn how complete beginners are buying profitable online businesses (without the risk of getting scammed or overpaying): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 101: How Beginners Are Buying Online Businesses In 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 45:04


    Want to buy an online business but worried about getting scammed or making an expensive mistake?That's why I bought on Joe Burrill, a top-rated Flippa broker with $6M in deals, to show you the exact steps beginners can take to buy a profitable online business in 2025.In this episode, we cover:✔️ How to find and evaluate great deals✔️ Common beginner mistakes to avoid✔️ Negotiation strategies to get the best price✔️ What separates successful first-time buyers from those who failListen now or watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GfxN3UjxjtEWant To Make Buy Your First Website For Income & Assets?You don't need tech skills or prior experience—just the right strategy. Learn how complete beginners are buying profitable online businesses (without the risk of getting scammed or overpaying): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 100: How to Sell Your Online Business for Maximum Profit (Lessons from a $6M Broker) 

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 36:42


    Most online business owners leave thousands on the table when they sell.They make simple mistakes that cost them an extra $10K-$50K (or more!) without even realizing it.But here's the thing… getting the most you can for your online business isn't about luck.There's a proven process to maximise your sale price—and in this episode, Joe & Nat (Flippa's top-rated brokers with $6M in deals) are pulling back the curtain on how to do it. Tune in to learn:How to attract multiple buyers and create a bidding war for your businessThe key steps to triple buyer interviews and stand out from the competitionWhat top sellers do differently to negotiate higher prices and better termsWhether you're thinking about selling soon or just want to build a more valuable online business, this episode is packed with insider strategies that can help you cash out for maximum profit.Listen now and discover how to sell your online business for top dollar!Thinking About Buying Your First Online Business?You don't need tech skills or prior experience—just the right strategy. Learn how complete beginners are buying profitable online businesses (without the risk of getting scammed or overpaying): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 99: School Teacher to Lifestyle Business and Awesome Mum

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 27:21


    "My daughters were paying the price for my career" - that was Steph's wake-up call as a high school teacher and mom of two. In this episode, she shares how she went from creating "anxious little kids" through constant rushing, to building a digital business that lets her be there for every school drop-off, pickup, and special moment. Discovery how this awesome mum transformed her life in just 6 months, starting with zero business experience and no technical skills.Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/-F-_Gklflsc

    Ep 98: An Unexpected Journey To Financial Independence

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 15:16


    Like most people, we thought achieving financial independence meant we had to work hard, swap time for money, go into debt, buy real estate and save our way to wealth. Then a chance meeting changed all that and set us on an unexpected path to wealth, freedom and fulfillment. In 15 minutes we want to save you decades of time, money, frustration by sharing our experience in creating wealth without debt using digital assets and the mindset of Robert Kiyosaki's Rich Dad.

    Ep 97: The Retirement Strategy They Don't Teach You In Your 9-5

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 39:38


    What if you could quit your job and fund your retirement by buying just 3 websites?That's exactly what Miro and Blanka did! In this episode, they share their journey from the 9-5 grind to financial freedom by strategically investing in income-generating websites.You'll learn:How they chose the right websites to buyThe exact steps they took to grow their revenueHow long it took before they could quit their jobsLessons learned along the way

    Ep 96: The SEO Hack No One Thinks Of With Jason Barnard

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 36:40


    Want to stay ahead of the SEO curve in 2025? While most website owners chase traditional ranking factors, they're overlooking a game-changing strategy: Brand Search Optimization.Join us as industry expert Jason Barnard of Kalicube reveals:How brand search has become crucial for sustainable SEO successThe profound impact of Google AI and ChatGPT on search rankingsA proven process for establishing your brand's online authorityWhy knowledge panels and entity SEO give you a competitive edgeStrategic tactics to boost your website traffic and conversion ratesPerfect for: Website owners, digital entrepreneurs, and anyone looking for a success roadmap to future-proof traffic and sustainable growth in 2025 and beyond.Bonus: Register for our free masterclass to learn our proven system for buying and renovating websites to generate recurring income. https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 95: Can You Retire With $100,000 Per Month?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 29:40


    Lucy and her husband were on the brink of financial collapse after the GFC, but they made an extraordinary turnaround. By re-skilling in digital and following a proven system, they've built an online business that generates $100K/month in semi-passive income.In this episode, Lucy reveals:The pivotal moments that reshaped their retirement plansHow they started from scratch and achieved financial independenceWhy anyone—at any age—can master these digital strategiesFor more information, register for our free masterclass on buying and renovating websites for income & assets:https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 94: How They Made an Extra 70k By Going Back To The Basics

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 43:29


    In today's episode, we're joined by Robert and Gabrielle, experienced digital marketers who were ready to give up. Instead, they joined the Champions program, went back to basics, and added $70K to their income in just one year.You'll hear:How they secured high-value website builds, including a $10K cold-call projectWhy returning to foundational strategies was the key to their successHow mindset shifts and networking played a pivotal role in their transformationThis is an inspiring episode for anyone looking to rebuild confidence, reignite their business, and create a sustainable lifestyle.Listen to the episode to hear their insights.For more information, register for our free masterclass on buying and renovating websites for income & assets: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 93: Case Study - From Online Beginner to $75k In Their First Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 39:21


    In just one year, Kim & Nick turned their digital agency from a side hustle into a $75k business. In this interview, you'll hear how they went from juggling remote work to landing high-value clients, including how they built a successful digital business together with zero prior experience. Hear their insights on what made this journey possible!For more info, register for our website buying masterclass and discover how to buy websites for income and assets: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 92: Case Study - How This Couple Hit Their First 50k Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 30:27


    Making $15k–$25k per month in a digital business is already impressive.But what's more impressive is hitting 50k in a single month while preparing for a new baby.Today, you'll learn how Jordan & Simone did it, including:>The digital strategy they used to hit their first $50K month.>How they balanced a new business with demanding full-time roles.>The key decisions that led Simone to leave her job and focus on their agency.Tune in to this interview. To learn more, register for eBusiness Institute's upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 91: How They Bought a 130k Website for only 30k (Case Study)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 38:43


    Want to learn how to buy a highly valuable website for a fraction of its price?Heidi and Mariano did just that. They purchased a website worth $130,000 for just $30,000.Today, we'll break down how they found the deal, negotiated the price, and what's happened to the site since.You'll also hear how they quadrupled their website traffic in just 4 months and doubled their revenue while managing two full-time jobs and raising teenagers!Watch the interview below to learn:The due diligence process that secured the dealThe strategy behind making a low offer in a tough marketHow their $30,000 investment is already on track to pay off within a yearWhy they transitioned from real estate to digital assetsTo learn more, register for eBusiness Institute's upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 90: How They Built a Successful Online Business While Working Corporate AND Raising 3 Kids Under 10!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2024 37:12


    Ever feel like there's never enough time to start your own side hustle?Meet Jason and Sally, an inspiring couple juggling demanding corporate jobs, raising three young kids, and still finding time to build multiple online businesses.Today, they reveal how they went from zero experience to winning “Best Website Build of the Year” within 12 months—and they didn't stop there.If you've ever feel like time, skills, or experience are holding you back, listen to Jason and Sally's journey to see how they did it so you can tooTo learn more, register for eBusiness Institute's upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 89: Case Study - How They Built a 7 Figure Asset Within 3 Years.m4a

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 42:57


    Big accomplishments take time.Yet most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in a few years.Well, in just 3.5 years, this amazing couple have built a 7-figure asset from scratch and today you'll hear their journey and key lessons they learned along the way, including:Why they choose the digital agency routeWhat they focused on in their first yearHow they 10x their prices in their second yearHow long it took them to replace their incomes5 keys that helped them create a 7-figure asset within 3.5 yearsPlus, you'll hear how they acquired a website for $6000 that will pay for itself within 12 months.To learn more, register for eBusiness Institute's upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 88: They Quit Their 9-5 and Now Make $15,000 Per Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 36:41


    We always tell our students that your first year on Champions is a learning year, not an earning year. Yet, within 9 months of starting their online business, Derek and Courtney hit $15,000 per month. And they did it while raising 2 young kids and with no technical knowledge. How did they do it and how can you?If you want to learn how you can earn an income online then hear how Derek & Courtney did it then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 87: Case Study - From Zero To $15000 With An Automated Side Hustle Website

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 36:20


    What if you could take an idea you know nothing about, build a website for it, then turn it into $300 per month in automated income?(With some months hitting $1,200 a month). Then selling your idea for $15,000 just 2 years later?That's what this amazing mum has achieved from her little side hustle business and today you'll hear step-by-step how she did it, including:How she came up with the idea and why she chose that idea(even though she knew nothing about the topic)How she built the site and what she did to get consistent trafficHow she optimised and monetised the website to average $3600 a year (with some months hitting $1,200 a month)Plus, you'll hear how she was able to sell her site for US $15,000 even though it was only making $300/month!Tune in to this episode, then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to take the same training that gave Yvette the digital skills to make $15k from her site hustle website: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 86: How to Start a Business Without Quitting Your Job (Full Case Study)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 36:43


    Starting an online business and making money from it is already hard enough.But imagine doing that while working full-time jobs AND raising 3 kids under 6 years old AND taking care a brand new puppy?That's what Kieron and Norm have done and in today's interview, you'll hear exactly how they did it, including:- How they make the time- How they work together as a couple- How long it took them to become profitable- How much they charged at the beginning- When they started outsourcing- The 4 roles they've hired to scale their business and buy back their time.And much much more.If you want to learn how you can earn an income online, but you have no spare time, then hear how Norm & Kieron did it so you can learn from their experiences then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 85: How This Couple Transitioned From Mining to Online Income In Just 10 Months

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 26:33


    How do you go from working in the mines and managing data to building a thriving digital agency in just 10 months?That's what Greg and Paris from Perth will be sharing today.In a very short time, this amazing couple have transitioned from traditional jobs to successful digital entrepreneurs and transformed their lives in the progress.Their journey is a testament to the power of investing in yourself, continuous learning, and working together as a team.In this interview, you'll hear challenges, strategies, and the pivotal moments that led to their success.If you're considering a career change or looking to get into the world of earning online, listen to Greg and Paris' story then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 84: How We Achieved Financial Independence Without Sacrificing Our Health, Marriage or Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 26:54


    There was a time when we didn't have any digital skills.But today, our digital businesses gives us the time freedom and financial independence we want.How did we do that for ourselves, even though we started as Zoologists and knew nothing about technology or business?More importantly, how did we achieve financial independence without sacrificing our health, our marriage or our kids?That's what we want to share with you today so you can do the same.Tune in to hear:Why we transitioned from being studying animals to studying businesses.How we actually met and the first business we started together.What Matt's granddad gave him that led to his first business venture.The power of this 9-letter word and how we use it to design & achieve our dream life.How we balance life, marriage and business as a couple for 30 years, even though we are together 24/7.The 2 things Matt learned about becoming rich that you can start doing today.For more information, register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 82: Is SEO dead?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 31:56


    Have you been hearing that SEO is dead? Maybe you've been impacted by the latest Google updates? Or you're worried about whether AI will kill your online business?We're always amused whenever we hear this because we've ridden through so many Goggle updates over the last decade. Yet, every time there's a major update, we make money.So, today, we'll give you some insights into our experience and how you can turn what seems like “the end” into an opportunity to grow and scale because these changes are actually GOOD for making money online.Tune into this audio and then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 82: Want To Build Wealth But Can't Afford Property? What We Would Do If We Started Again.m4a

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 21:40


    If you want to build wealth but can't or don't want to spend millions on property, what should you do?That's what we're going to cover today, specifically, how you can build real wealth without taking on massive financial risk or going into huge debts with the banks – and how you can get started for just $5000.Normally it's just me (Matt) interviewing a guest expert. But today, we have my amazing wife and business partner back on the Digital Investors Podcast with me. We had a great time sharing what we would do to build wealth if we had to start again. So tune in and hear what we recommend in 2024 and beyond. Then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 81: What Is Angel Investing and Is It For You With Brian Cooke

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 43:55


    What is angel investing?Can you make money out of it?How passive is it? Who may it suit?Who may it suit? And who may it not suit?What are the ins and outs?If you're an entrepreneur building a business, what does it mean to attract Angel Investors?Tune in to this interview with my good friend and colleague Brian Cooke, non-executive director of Brisbane Angels to hear his insights. Then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 80: From Tutoring to Location and Career Independence Within 18 Months

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 31:01


    Imagine a career that gives you not just a laptop lifestyle but complete location & career independence. This is what Despina achieved in just 18 months.Today she works for one of the most well-known SEO brands in the world and in this interview, you'll hear her entire journey of how she got started, why choose to build a location independent career instead of an online business and what she did to fast track her online career in digital marketing.Listen to this episode then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 79: Corporate Grind to Award Winning 7-Figure Agency

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 48:09


    "I earned a lot of money, but I had no time for my family."That was Renee's life when she worked as an executive, travelling 3 out of 4 weeks a month while her husband stayed at home with their kids.Now she earns a lot more money. They don't miss anything. In fact, they go to all of their kids events and they go on a holiday every single school holiday.How did they make this shift from corporate to starting and building a successful business that gives them the financial and time freedom while raising 3 young kids?In this interview, Renee and Pete is going to share it all, including how they got started, why they ran with the digital agency strategy, what services they offered to provide them a steady income stream, and much much more.Renee and Pete are examples of what you achieve when you put family first. Listen to this episode then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 78: Buy Digital Assets On Flippa with CEO Blake Hutchison

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 41:53


    Want to get an inside look into what Flippa has to offer?Who better to share that with you than the CEO of Flippa, Blake Hutchison.Today, Blake is going to share:- The 2 new online assets you can now buy on Flippa (based on high demand)- The amazing opportunity for Digital Agency owners (and how to maximize profit)- The most sought-after web assets on Flippa in 2024- Why investors are looking for boring online businesses- The impacts of the recent Google updates on websites- Where to start your search if you're looking to buy a website between $100,000 to $10 million- How to find the perfect website deal for your personal situation and so much more..Whether you're a novice, an expert, or somewhere in the middle, you'll hear valuable insights in this interview. Then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 77: He Achieved Financial Independence at 26 By Skipping University

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 39:19


    Trying to decide if going to university is right for you? This is how Jack Smart became financially independent at age 26 without getting a degree or going into debt.Most people never ever achieve financial independence. And even less achieve it at retirement. Yet, Jack, at the age of 26 has done it… without spending 4+ years of his going to classes.Today, you'll hear why Jack skipped University, how he started his business, how he backed himself, and how he has developed FOUR sources of income – all without going to university.Tune in to hear how Jack got started and how you can too.Then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 76: How He Turned an $18k Website Deal into $2.8 Million

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 34:28


    Making half a million dollars a year in a 9-5 job isn't easy.But replacing it with a $18,000 website deal? That's even harder.Yet, that's what Michael Frew has accomplished in just a few short years.Today, you'll hear how he did it including why he said goodbye to a 500k job, the $18,000 business that allowed him to do it, where he bought his first website, and why Michael chose financial independence over early retirement.Plus, you'll hear Michael's take on what to invest in to grow your wealth and why 2024 is a good time to invest in digital assets.Tune in to hear how Michael got started and how you can too.Then register for our upcoming free masterclass to learn how to buy websites for income and assets or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 75: Google Update Impact On Multi-Million Website Portfolio

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 38:05


    What happens when you own a multi-million dollar content site portfolio and Google rolls out a major content site update (HCU)?What can we learn? Where can we adapt? And, most importantly what are the opportunities?Who better to answer these questions than Ewen Finser, who has raised millions of dollars to launch portfolios of 20-30 content sites at a time.With the recent HCU update, some of his sites got hit, yet across his portfolio on the whole everything is fine.In fact, out of this he has seen a lot of great opportunities for site owners over the next 3-5 years.Tune in to this episode to get Ewen's insights on how you can capitalize on these opportunities!For more information on buying and selling websites, register for our upcoming free masterclass or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 74: How This Family Built a 6-Figure Online Business From Scratch

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 31:03


    The Anner Family used to trade their time for money.Today, they run an award winning 6-figure online business that leverages other people's time.In this interview, you'll hear how they quit their jobs, what strategies they started with to replace their incomes and what they did to build a 6-figure online business from scratch. You'll also hear from their daughter who started learning digital skills at 12 and what she has been able to accomplish so far.If you've been wanting to start a side hustle that can give you a return on your time without you having to be there all the time, then tune in to hear the Anner's insights so you can do it too.For more information on buying and selling websites, register for our upcoming masterclass or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 73: How to Find Low Risk Websites Making At Least $500/mo In Semi-Passive Income

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2023 26:32


    “My life would have been completely different if I hadn't bought that $1,000 website” were Elena's words.Elena went from working in corporate to buying her first $1,000 website and selling it for 7 figures to now helping beginners buy relatively low risk websites making at least $500 a month in semi-passive income.If you want to hear how she replaced her 9-5 job income, travel, work remotely and spend time with her loved ones, then listen to her insights because she shares step-by-step how you can get started.For more information on buying and selling websites, register for our upcoming masterclass or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 72: Multi-Million Dollar Website Deals and the Surprising Value of Digital Agencies

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 31:59


    What's the secret to turning websites into multi-million dollar empires? Join Izach Porter, a 20-year veteran in mergers and acquisitions and the man behind deals worth up to $300 million, as he reveals the art of buying and selling websites on a mind-blowing scale. You'll hear: - Why digital agencies are so desirable and valuable - What buyers are looking for (these might surprise you) - How to finance multi-million dollar website deals And much more, including how to increase the value of your digital agency before you sell it. Izach has analysed thousands of deals and today you get to hear his insights. For more information on buying and selling websites, register for our upcoming masterclass or visit: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 71: How She Turned a $5K Bargain Website Into $50,000 Per Year in Semi-Passive Income

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2023 24:53


    How would it feel to drive out of your driveway in your brand-new four-wheel drive and caravan on the trip of a lifetime? Imagine doing a lap around Australia with no deadlines and no end date. You've rented out your house, and quit your corporate job. There's no more nine to five, and you've got semi-passive income coming in from your website. That's what our guest, Annette, has done and today you'll hear exactly how she has done it, what her journey was like, and what challenges she faced along the way, including how she found a $5K bargain website and turned it into $50,000 per year in semi-passive income. Tune in to hear how she did it, then register for our upcoming masterclass to learn the digital skills that started it all for her at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 70: How to Replace Your Corporate Income in Half the Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 21:43


    Are you a well-paid employee looking to transition out of your 9-5 job? When Calem started his journey from corporate into entrepreneurship, he wasn't sure he'd be successful. Yet though coaching, he gained not only the technical skills to succeed but the belief that he can do it. Now, Calem and his partner, Jenn, helps our students do the same. He's like a guide, showing online beginners how to follow the path he took, a path that allowed him to go from being a well-paid employee to a 6-figure online business owner. Calem's story isn't just about getting rich quick. It's about who you become as you carve your own path to success. If you're looking for a safe, proven path to break free from the office routine and create your own online lifestyle business, tune in to hear how he did it, then register for our upcoming masterclass to learn the digital skills that started it all for him at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 69: From An 8 Figure Exit to Losing Everything - How Do You Turn It Around?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 36:02


    Today, you'll hear the extraordinary story of how a meteorologist went from chasing storms to building a highly business, eventually selling it for 8-figures. Then going bankrupt and losing everything she and her husband had built over the last 16 years. Imagine losing not just your home and 16 years of hard work and dedication but also finding out you have bone tumor in your skull, which lead to 3 life-altering surgeries that lasted between six and eight hours each. Then, add the mental and health challenges that come with having your skull cut opened to remove a bone tumour the size of an egg. That is the journey Nicole has endured, and today you'll hear how she overcame the unimaginable, along with a glimpse into her future. Get ready to be moved, inspired and profoundly touched by the incredible journey of a woman who faced adversity with unparalleled courage. Tune in to hear how she did it, then register for our upcoming masterclass to learn the digital skills that started it all at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 68: How This Single Mum Hit 6-Figures Within 2 Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 20:19


    It's one thing to earn 6-figures a year from an online business. It's another to achieve six-figure success when you're a single mum of a neurodiverse daughter while juggling a consulting business. Yet Hilary has been able to achieve this all while working part-time on her online business. Today, you'll hear how she did it including her time management strategies to outsourcing and learning to focus on specific niches in order to go from being a novice to having a 6-figure online business working part-time. If you are looking to starting a successfully online business then listen to Hilary's journey here. Tune in to hear how she did it, then register for our upcoming masterclass to learn the digital skills that started it all at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 67: How They Reskilled In Digital To Build Someone Else's Dreams While Building Their Own Online Empire

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 26:17


    Plus, you'll hear how they managed to change careers, sell their old house, build their dream home and reskill in digital marketing and SEO -- all while raising a new born. Can you work for someone else and still be happy? You can... if you do it right. Today, you'll hear how this amazing couple is doing it, including: - How they're building someone else's dreams to build their dreams. - How they avoided a huge $40,000 mistake. - Why working for someone else is actually a great stepping towards owning your own business - And much much more. Megan and Tim are perfect examples of what success looks like even if you work for someone else. Tune in to hear how they did it, then register for our upcoming masterclass to learn the digital skills that started it all at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 66: From Corporate Shackles to Freedom and a Highly Profitable Location Independent Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 25:34


    4 weeks ago, Dean made a daring decision: he walked away from a stable seven-year corporate career to go full-time and run a location independent business with his partner, Anne. For three years, they meticulously planned this transition, nurturing a dream of freedom and independence. Today, you'll hear how they shattered the shackles of the conventional 9-5 grind, including: - Why they wanted choose to create location-independent business - How long it took to resign from corporate - The business model and digital skills they learned to replace their income - How they've set up the business so they can work from anywhere. If you're tired of the 9-7 job, if you sense the walls are closing in and you want to trade the mundane for the extraordinary, then hear their story. Dean and Anne's insights are more than words. They're the spark that could ignite your own journey towards a life freedom and independence. Tune in to hear the lessons they learned, then register for our upcoming masterclass to learn the digital skills that started it all at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 65: Burnt-Out Corporate Starts Lifestyle Business and Makes 6k, 10k, and Even 22k Per Deal

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 22:08


    Two years ago, David reached a point in his life where he was drained physically and emotionally by the relentless demands of his corporate job. The final blow came when two of his team members were abruptly let go (with a five minutes notice). Fearing he was next, he faced a pivotal choice. Instead of diving back into corporate life, he took a courageous leap. Today, you'll meet David, a resilient man who transformed his life and became a thriving lifestyle business owner. If you are or know someone battling burnout, this interview is a beacon of hope—a testament to human resilience and the power of reinvention. Tune in to hear the lessons he learned, then register for our upcoming masterclass to learn the digital skills that started it all at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 64: How This Father and Son Team Turned $1 Million into $2.5 Million in Under 2 Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 48:29


    If you had a $1 million, could you turn it into $2.5 million in 2 years? That's exactly what this father-and-son team did, except they didn't have a million dollars sitting around. Today, you'll hear how they cleverly bought a $1 million website using other people's money, plus: - The exact niche they bought the website in and how much they bought it for - How much revenue it was generating and how much it's making now (this will surprise you) - The mindset they adopted to make $600,000+ per annum online - What sort of team you need to run a multi-million dollar portfolio - How much content you need to create and how they find writers - And much much more, including how they monetise their websites (this one strategy doubled their earnings) David and Connor is a perfect example of what's possible when you focus on progress instead of waiting for things to be perfect. Tune in to hear the lessons they learned from turning $1M of other people's money into $600k per year in semi-passive income. Then register for our upcoming masterclass to learn the digital skills that started it all for them at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 63: Stay At Home Mum Earns $30,000 While Raising 3 Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 34:03


    How does a stay at home mum earn $30,000 in her first year working online while raising 3 kids under 6 years old? That's what you'll hear in this interview, including: - The business strategy she followed to make her first $30,000 online - How she did it even though she had no network or audience - How she went from making $1000 per sale to $9000 per sale. - And much much more, including her plans to grow their cash flow so her husband can leave his job Jing is a testament to what's possible when you pick one strategy and give it your laser focus for one year. Register for our upcoming masterclass to learn the digital skills that started it all at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 62: Want To Leave Your Corporate Job and Start a Profitable Online Business?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2023 28:46


    That's what Tomas and Caitlin has achieved and in this interview, you'll hear how they did it including: - Why they decided to leave their corporate jobs and how they did it - The main strategy they used to replace their corporate incomes - Why this strategy allowed them to earn $10,000 per sale - How they turn almost every sale into $2,000 per month in recurring revenue And much much more. So if you're thinking about leaving your corporate job and you're wondering how are you going to replace that big income, then tune in to hear Tomas and Caitlin has to say. Then register for our upcoming masterclass to learn the digital skills that started it all for them at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 61: How This Couple Started a Travel Blog and Now Get Paid To Travel The World

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 48:31


    Want to start a travel blog and get paid to travel the world? 2 years ago, Chris said to his partner, Bec, "I'm never going to create a travel blog and go into the travel industry because it is far too competitive. Everyone creates a travel blog." Yet this couple now owns a leading travel blog with millions of views and gets paid to travel the world. Today, you'll hear the strategy that allowed them to generate stable income to start travelling, including: - How they got an all-expenses paid, 5-star resort stay in Abu Dhabi for 5-nights. - How much time it took to go from 0 to 1000 to 80,000+ followers - How they develop an unfair advantage in the travel niche - Plus how long it took them to monetize their travel blog And much much more. If you want to make money from your passion but you think the industry is too competitive, then tune in to hear Bec and Chris' insights. Then register for our upcoming masterclass to learn the digital skills that started it all for them at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 60: How to Turn Your Passion into a Million Dollar Online Business with David Tao

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 39:29


    Can you really make money from your passion, not to mention turn it into an 7 or 8-figure online empire? That's what David Tao has achieved and in this interview, he's going to reveal how he turned his love for strength training into a hugely successful online business, which was recently acquired by a big website buyer. Tune in to hear: - How do you grow to 31 Million readers and $19 Million in affiliate sales, (+ exit)… all in just 6 years! - How do you monetise very niche targeted audiences - How to establish expertise in any niche passion - What skills you need to grow a content website - When to produce news content vs evergreen content (and what you need to scale) - The key challenges of scaling a 7 or 8 figure online business fast - Why CONTENT is your product when you have a passion website - And much much more. Hear David's insights and learn how you can turn your passion income a real business. Then register for our free masterclass to learn more about how to buy & renovate websites for passive income at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 59: Lessons from a Multi-Million Dollar Website Portfolio - How To Allocate In A Recession

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 38:59


    Today we are speaking to Ewen Finser from Venture 4th Media about managing multi-million-dollar website portfolios. In particular, Ewen will be giving us insights into what we can do during a potential recession (or a market downturn) at the multi-million-dollar level when managing many websites. He'll also give us an update on the current marketplace and explain some of the changes happening in the economy, the search space, and websites in general. For more information on how to buy & renovate websites for passive income, check out the free masterclass at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 58: Where to Invest $1 Million During a Recession with David Fairley from Website Properties

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 33:58


    If you're worried about a recession and wondering what you need to do to prepare for it, then this will be an interview you won't want to miss. Our guest today is David Fairley of Website Properties - one of the first people to buy and sell content websites as a business and the one of the first to start a website brokerage. Today, you'll hear his 20+ years of experience buying and selling websites, including: - Why investors are turning to digital assets as an investment class - What kind of content sites can provide safety & diversification? - Are websites safe to invest in during a recession? - 2 questions David asks to buy recession-proof websites - And much much more. For more information on how to buy & renovate websites for passive income, check out the free masterclass at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

    Ep 57: How to Buy Website Bargains (that everyone is missing) with Nelson Ferreira from Trustiu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 25:56


    In this interview with Nelson Ferreira from Trustiu, a unique marketplace to buy and sell digital websites and YouTube channels, he's going to share how to find website bargains that most people are missing. Tune in to hear: - What makes Trustiu a unique marketplace for buying and selling digital assets - How Nelson learned SEO and used it to grow a site to €150k in 3 months - The 3 reasons why people buy European-based content websites (and why we did) - And how to buy and sell YouTube channels (and why it's easier in some cases) For more information on how to buy & renovate websites for passive income, check out their free masterclass at: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip

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