Podcast appearances and mentions of joe casabona

Register for my free workshop with Ecamm: https://ecamm.com/joeLately, I've been hearing horror stories about how people use AI. Not "AI wrote me a program" stories — I mean people who can't decide what to make for dinner, write their own feedback on a contractor's work, or come up with a single question for a webinar without asking a chatbot first. I call it AI Brain Rot, and getting really bad.So I walk through the three warning signs you might be slipping into AI brain rot, my 5 Pillar AI Philosophy, and three rules to keep your brain sharp while you still automate your business. We get into where AI actually shines — crunching data, transcribing calls, processing your notes — and where it absolutely doesn't.If you want to build solopreneur systems that rely on you in the right ways, this one's for you.Want systems that will help you free up your time without killing your ability to think? Grab the Solopreneur Starter Kit — four systems to help you run your one-person business, with recommended tools and automations. Plus, it's 100% written by me (not AI). It's free at streamlined.fm/kit.LinksSolopreneur Starter KitAI Brain Rot (longer piece)Whisper Memos (00:00) - What is AI Brain Rot? (04:11) - Warning Signs of AI Brain Rot (13:10) - My 5-Pillar AI philosophy (14:46) - Rules for preventing AI Brain Rot (21:06) - Wrap-up ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

This week I talk about why this is my heaviest speaking year since before the pandemic — and how I'm deciding whether all that travel and prep time is actually worth it, given the real cost of crafting talks and getting clients from them. Then a story about Mark Zuckerberg telling Meta employees to "have fun again" after brutal layoffs, including the absurd perk of a permanent desk. And a recommendation for House of the Dragon Season 3, which drops June 21st.Links:My /now pageMark Zuckerberg Orders His Employees to Start Having Fun Again After Brutal Layoffs Culled Their Colleagues (Futurism)House of the Dragon Season 3 trailer (YouTube)If you enjoyed this, consider joining my newsletter at https://streamlined.fm/wrap. You'll get an additional Automation of the Week, as well as regular emails on how to approach building systems that help you take time off, worry-free.Register for my free workshop with Ecamm: https://ecamm.com/joeView the episode transcript (00:00) - Introduction (00:26) - On My Mind: Is speaking worth my time? (07:17) - Zuck doesn't get people (12:41) - House of the Dragon S3 (14:21) - Free eCamm Workshop (June 25) (16:15) - Outro ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

Register for my free workshop with Ecamm: https://ecamm.com/joeHere's the problem: most solopreneurs don't know exactly what they do. They can't explain it, so they can't build systems around it. And when we try to build systems without explaining them, they end up with bad, ineffective systems. Because when we explain, we scrutinize.How do you fix it? Pick one task you do often, fire up a screen recorder, and narrate how you do it and why. Recording yourself doing your task is the blueprint. It is the plan. That's the first step to understanding the systems you can build, so you can automate your business and take time off worry-free.Want a second set of eyes on yours? Record one task or workflow you do regularly and submit it at https://taskteardown.com — if I pick your video, I'll break it down on my YouTube channel with feedback on how to do it better. It's completely free. (00:00) - Intro (05:59) - When we explain, we scrutinize (10:20) - The exercise: record how you do one task (12:57) - Recording for yourself vs. recording for others (22:13) - Task Teardowns ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

This week I talk about WWDC and the big Siri update Apple just announced and why Apple's measured, context-aware approach feels like the right application of AI. Then the wild, still-unfolding Reckless Ben vs. Bricks and Minifigs saga, where a consigned Star Wars LEGO collection turned into a legal nightmare, and a recommendation for my own Alphabet Playlist: one album from one band for every letter of the alphabet, on Apple Music and Spotify.Links:Siri, AI, and the Latest in Apple Intelligence: The MacStories OverviewReckless Ben vs. Bricks and Minifigs (Kotaku)Bluesky ThreadAlphabet Playlist on Apple MusicAlphabet Playlist on SpotifyRegister for my free Ecamm WorkshopIf you enjoyed this, consider joining my newsletter at https://streamlined.fm/wrap. You'll get an additional Automation of the Week, as well as regular emails on how to approach building systems that help you take time off, worry-free.View the episode transcript (00:00) - Introduction (00:28) - WWDC and Siri's Big Update (05:30) - Reckless Ben vs. Bricks and Minifigs (09:58) - Recommended Media: The Alphabet Playlist (13:54) - Free Ecamm Workshop (16:08) - Outro ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

I talk a lot about the wrong ways to use AI. But a rainy weekend gave me a few free hours and two pet projects that I used Claude Cowork for— and the results actually impressed me.The first: I used Claude to vibe-code a custom Obsidian theme from scratch. No CSS, no digging through the inspector — just a few prompts and some back-and-forth until it looked exactly the way I wanted.The second: a Claude skill that plans trips for me end-to-end — packing list, budget, Todoist project, calendar entries, the works. It's now maybe my favorite thing I've ever built in Claude.Does all of this sound interesting, but you're not sure where to start with your systems? Grab the free Solopreneur Systems Starter Kit — including the trip planning skill from this episode — at streamlined.fm/kitLinksHandcrafted Obsidian ThemeObsidian Theme ScreenshotTrip Template Screenshot (00:00) - Intro (01:28) - What AI is actually good at (and what it's not) (04:22) - Vibe-coding a custom Obsidian theme (11:00) - A Claude skill that plans trips end-to-end (17:42) - Wrap-up ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

This week I talk about why summarizing everything isn't actually reading more — summaries rob you of the experience, the context, and the ability to form your own opinion, and I'd rather read one primary source than 14 summaries I'll forget. Then a heavy but admirable piece from The Dispatch on Ben Sasse facing terminal cancer with poise, and what it teaches us about being present with our families, and a recommendation for Lou Gehrig's Luckiest Man speech on YouTube.Links:Don't Let AI Steal Your LifeBen Sasse Is Teaching Us How to Die—And Live—Well (The Dispatch)Lou Gehrig's Luckiest Man SpeechIf you enjoyed this, consider joining my newsletter at https://streamlined.fm/wrap. You'll get an additional Automation of the Week, as well as regular emails on how to approach building systems that help you take time off, worry-free.View the episode transcript (00:00) - Introduction (00:31) - On My Mind: What's the point of summarizing everything? (08:34) - Recommended Reading (13:57) - Recommended Media (15:30) - Outro ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

I left work early recently to volunteer at my daughter's ice cream social and sit through her spring concert without checking my phone once. And if you're a solopreneur, you know that's a big deal. It's all thanks to my startup and shutdown routines. And I know I've talked about them on the show before, but something interesting has happened over the last year.As LLMs and AI tools have been able to connect to more services through MCP, I've been doing my shutdown routine differently. It's MUCH more automated now. As a result, I have an even better picture of what I've gotten done, and what I need to do…you know, the next time I'm at my desk.I cover:The weekly plan I rely on mostThe daily three-task journal that replaced my startup routineHow I use Whisper Memos, Todoist Ramble, and a Claude Cowork in this processIf you want to find where your own time is leaking, try the Task Audit Matrix at https://streamlined.fm/matrix. You input your tasks, label them planned/reactive and focused/processed, and get back a report showing what you can move off your plate.LinksTiny Experiments by Anne-Laure Le CunffObsidianAudioPenWhisper MemosTodoistEp. 530: How I Achieve Inbox Zero SystemStreamlined Feedback ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

This week I talk about my surprisingly productive Saturday mornings — and why I'm hoping that same quiet, distraction-free focus carries into summer with all three kids out of school. Then The Creative Act by Rick Rubin, which pulled me out of a months-long reading slump in just a few days, and a recommendation for my early-to-mid 2000s pop punk discography playlists on Apple Music.Links:We're trying to summer camp again (Ep. 479)The Creative ActJoe Casabona on Apple MusicIf you enjoyed this, consider joining my newsletter at https://streamlined.fm/wrap. You'll get an additional Automation of the Week, as well as regular emails on how to approach building systems that help you take time off, worry-free.View the episode transcript (00:00) - Introduction (00:29) - On My Mind: Working on Saturday Mornings and Summer (07:12) - Recommended Reading: The Creative Act (11:44) - Recommended Media: 2000s Pop Punk (13:42) - Outro ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

Have you ever gone to the grocery store without a list? You walk down every aisle, grab whatever looks good, spend way more than you planned — and somehow still get home without the one thing you actually needed.Running a one-person business without a real task capture system feels exactly the same.When everything falls on you, important work slips through the cracks. And without a plan, it's easy to spend your day on something that feels productive instead of something that actually moves the business. (Anyone who's let AI build them a thing they didn't need knows what I mean.)In this one, I'm walking through the three ways I capture tasks now — each one a little more automated than the last:Quick capture — making it stupid easy to get something out of your headSpeech-to-text to sort — why Todoist's Ramble feature replaced an entire Zapier flow for meAutomating task capture with AI agents — pulling tasks out of emails, call summaries, and notes without lifting a fingerIf you've ever said, "If it's important, I'll remember it" — I have bad news. Solopreneur productivity isn't about a better memory. It's about better solopreneur systems for capturing everything so you can actually plan your week.If you want help getting your tasks in order, I put together a free resource over at https://streamlined.fm/tasks.Show NotesFree Task Capture ResourceTodoist RambleWhisper Memos (00:00) - Intro (01:38) - Why "I'll remember it" fails solopreneurs (02:54) - Make quick capture as easy as possible (04:29) - Speech-to-text to sort (Todoist Ramble) (07:12) - Automate task capture with AI agents (10:33) - Why capturing everything matters (11:58) - Free resource and wrap-up ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

This week I talk about how I used 4 hours of solo driving to and from a mastermind retreat in Baltimore — and why I chose to turn everything off instead of grinding through business prep. Then a wholesome story about a teen umpire who handled a coach's meltdown with poise, and a recommendation for SNL's The Rundown series on YouTube.Links:Solopreneurs and forced downtimeA teen umpire tossed a baseball coach in a now-viral video. Here's his side of the story (The Athletic) SNL: The RundownIf you enjoyed this, consider joining my newsletter at https://streamlined.fm/wrap. You'll get an additional Automation of the Week, as well as regular emails on how to approach building systems that help you take time off, worry-free.View the episode transcript (00:00) - Intro (00:26) - On my mind: How do you use driving time? (04:07) - Recommended Reading: A teen umpire tossed a baseball coach (06:34) - Recommended Media: SNL's The Rundown (08:24) - Outro ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

Business automation systems expert Joe Casabona reclaimed 12 hours every week while raising three kids. No code. No hustle culture. Just smart, repeatable systems. A 2020 panic attack became his turning point. Joe, a podcast and automation coach with a master's in software engineering, rebuilt his entire business operation from scratch. In this episode: his 3-question litmus test for spotting automatable tasks, the Riverside → Notion → Google Drive stack powering his podcast workflow, when to trust AI agents vs. your VA, and the one app connection that saves entrepreneurs their first hour weekly.

Have you ever seen a 5-digit notification badge? It's most stressful things I see on someone's phone. And I get it — as a solopreneur, email feels urgent. What if a client needs something? What if you miss a deal?But after nearly a decade of refining my approach, I've built a technical system that keeps my inbox at (or close to) zero — without having to check it constantly.In this episode, I walk through the full setup: how SaneBox automatically sorts what actually needs my attention, how I route newsletters out of my inbox entirely using Feedbin, how I handle task management without leaving a trail of flagged emails, and how intake forms and text expansion let me process requests in seconds instead of minutes.I also share what I'm experimenting with using AI to handle the data-crunching side of inbox management — so I can still show up as a human when it counts.If you're sitting there thinking, 'yeah, that's me but I don't even know where to start? Check out my Solopreneur Sweep method at https://streamlined.fm/sweepShow NotesHow I Keep my Email at Inbox ZeroEmail Boundaries for Solopreneurs: 3 Steps to Stop Letting Your Inbox Run Your LifeMimestreamSaneBoxTodoistFeedbinGoodLinksGravity FormsRaycast ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

Welcome to the Friday Wrap-Up for May 15, 2026. This is a short newsletter where I talk about 3 things: What's on my mind this week, Recommended Reading, and Recommended Media. Here's what's on my mind...Earlier this week I found myself fighting Claude on something I felt was a pretty basic problem — one that I had used it to solve before. I kept going back and forth with Claude. I would ask it questions. It would then do things I didn't even remotely ask it to do. I started to form a weird theory in my head that Opus 4.7 is designed to waste tokens. But I'm actually worried it's worse than that. Recommended Reading: The colorful impact of Spike Lee's red Yankees hat request 30 years ago: I'm a chronic Yankees hat collector. I suspect my collection pales in comparison to some, but I have over a dozen hats emblazoned with the classic Interlocking NY that has persisted for over 100 years. In other words, I love a dope hat. Recommended Media: I Tracked Down the Hidden Workers Secretly Powering ChatGPT: And now for something totally different. This video talks about companies that recruit people who train LLMs. The problems it highlights is twofold: the predatory nature of recruiting experts in a way that's dehumanizing, and the chilling mindset behind AI companies who basically want to own knowledge and sell it back to us. Get the full article and a free automation of the week by signing up for the newsletter: https://streamlined.fm/wrapView the episode transcript (00:00) - Intro (00:31) - What's on my mind: Are LLMs employing variable rewards? (05:24) - Recommended reading: Spike Lee's red Yankees hat (08:22) - Recommended media: The hidden workers powering ChatGPT (12:29) - Outro ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

Does having a mailing list feel like too much for you? Like it's adding “one more thing” to your list as a one-person business?That's what I hear constantly when I coach solopreneurs. Either they don't have a newsletter because it feels like too much work, or they have one, but they're paying for a plan they don't actually need. And in almost every case, it's not a strategy problem. It's a tool problem.That's why I'm making the case for Kit (formerly ConvertKit) — not because it's the flashiest option, but because it removes work instead of adding it. In this episode, I break down four specific reasons Kit is my go-to for solopreneur automation: easy setup, powerful evergreen automations, direct integrations with the tools you already use, and RSS-to-email that turns your podcast or blog into a newsletter without lifting a finger.I also share how I saved my client Laura to a bunch of money thanks to Kit's free plan.If your newsletter has been sitting on the back burner, this one's for you.Wondering if you're leaving money on the table with tools you're not using or overpaying for? Learn how to find them with the free Solopreneur Sweep: streamlined.fm/sweepShow NotesKit (formerly ConvertKit)Growth in Reverse — Chenell Basilio's newsletter growth resourceHow I Saved Laura Brazan More Than She Spent on My Coaching ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

Are you so concerned with FOMO that you're Missing Out On What's There, rendering your real life MOOWT? That's what's on my mind today. Plus, a great article about why it might actually be bad that you're storing every little thing in your second brain, and a fantastic performance from SNL. Finally, a pay small tribute Yankees legend, John Sterling, who passed away earlier this week. Get the newsletter version at https://streamlinedsolopreneur.com/wrapShow NotesI Deleted My Second Brain by Joan WestenbergTrading Highlights for Voice NotesOlivia Rodrigo's performance of drop dead on SNLRIP John SterlingSend feedback to https://streamlinedfeedback.comView the episode transcript (00:00) - Intro (00:33) - What's on My Mind: MOOWT and digital disconnection (09:11) - Recommended Reading: I Deleted My Second Brain (11:29) - Recommended Media: Olivia Rodrigo on SNL (13:02) - RIP John Sterling ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

The most overwhelming room in my house is the sunroom. Three small kids, all their toys, total chaos. One day, I was sitting in there feeling overstimulated and realized it would take about five minutes to clean it up. So we did — and suddenly it was a great place to hang out again.A lot of solopreneur businesses are like that sunroom. They're not broken. They don't need a massive overhaul. They need a quick sweep — a reset of your time, your tasks, and your tools.That's exactly what I walk through in this episode. I'm breaking down the full Solopreneur Sweep, a three-step process I built after my own business stress led to a panic attack back in 2020. Since then, I've used this system to save 12 hours a week and help hundreds of solopreneurs do the same.Here's what we cover: How to take control of your schedule so meetings stop eating your weekHow to get your to-do list down to 15 tasks maxHow to audit your tools so you stop paying for things that don't earn their keep. It's the starting point for anyone running a one-person business who wants to automate what doesn't need their attention and reclaim real time off.Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepShow NotesThe Solopreneur Sweep (free download)How I Saved Laura Brazan More Than She Spent on CoachingSolopreneur Sweep Video WalkthroughUnderstanding How You Work with Task JournalingAt Your Best by Carey Neiuwhof (00:00) - Intro (04:25) - Manage your schedule (07:57) - Get your to-do list under control (15:10) - Organize your toolbox (19:49) - What's at stake ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

I have a confession to make: The first Star Wars movie I ever saw was Episode 1: The Phantom Menace. I was 13, and it just hit the dollar theater when my friend invited me to see it with him. He realized I had never seen the Original Trilogy when I was surprised that Qui-Gon Jinn died (spoiler, I guess). We fixed that quickly, but this movie, despite being considered the worst Star Wars movie of all time (maybe bottom 2 now), started my love of the franchise.So I thought, in honor of May the Fourth, I'd share with you what you can learn from Star Wars...particularly from a solopreneur systems and automations point of view. Writing advice from Trey Parker and Matt StoneView the episode transcript (00:00) - I have a confession to make... (01:51) - Lesson 1: Do the Work (08:57) - Lesson 2: Nothing Is Permanent (13:48) - Lesson 3: You Can't Do It Alone (16:55) - May the Fourth Be With You! ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

Are single-purpose apps going to replace SaaS? I've been building small, focused tools with AI to replace subscriptions that solve my problem, just not quite my way, and I'm not the only one. Also: a well-researched piece on why AI isn't actually coming for your job, and some very good news for Ted Lasso fans.On My Mind: Single purpose apps/the age of personalized software.Recommended Reading: The task is not the jobRecommended Media: Ted Lasso Season 4 TrailerWant to get these wrap-ups delivered straight to your inbox, along with a bonus Automation of the Week? Sign up here: https://streamlined.fm/wrapListener feedback: https://streamlinedfeedback.com(00:00) - Intro (00:38) - On my mind: single-purpose apps and vibe coding (04:53) - Recommended reading: The Task Is Not The Job (11:22) - Recommended media: Ted Lasso Season 4 (12:09) - Outro and newsletter ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

Using AI to write your book is like using a car to run your marathon. Sure, you covered the distance — but nobody's impressed.Here's what I'm seeing with solopreneur automation right now: people are handing off their most important work to AI without thinking about what that signals. When you let a language model write your first draft, come up with your ideas, or do your thinking for you, you're telling your audience that a lesser version of you is good enough. And if you can't be bothered to think through the problem you solve, why should anyone hire you to solve it?The reason most of us reach for AI isn't laziness. It's that running a one-person business leaves you feeling too busy to do the creative work. So I break down how to speed up your creative process without removing yourself from it: building an idea capture system so you never start from a blank screen, using AI for editing and feedback instead of drafting, and delegating the publishing busywork to a VA or tool like Claude Cowork.I also talk about how to automate your business in a way that frees up time for the work that actually matters — the writing, the thinking, the stuff that keeps your solopreneur systems running on your ideas, not some average of an LLM's training.Want a better understanding of how you spend your time? Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepShow Notes3 Lessons Solopreneurs Should Take From the OlympicsThe First Draft is Where The Magic HappensIs AI Making Your Podcast Easier to Skip? (Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast)The 3 Question Test for Using AI Effectively ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

This week I've been deep in my SEO and content strategy, and it got me thinking: am I just trading one algorithm for another? I left social media to stop chasing feeds, but now I'm optimizing for Google, YouTube, and even AI search. Here's where I landed. Also: Cal Newport's take on Claude Mythos (spoiler: no, it's not terrifying), Ryan Holiday's Discipline is Destiny and what it has to say to solopreneurs, and a behind-the-scenes Architectural Digest video about the Scrubs revival that made me think hard about where it's actually worth spending your time.On My MindAre we beholden to algorithms no matter what we do?Recommended ReadingIs Claude Mythos Terrifying? | AI Reality CheckDiscipline is DestinyRecommended MediaHow the Scrubs team rebuilt Sacred HeartView the episode transcript (00:00) - It's Friday, April 24, 2026 (00:26) - What's on my mind: Are we beholden to an algorithm? (08:20) - Recommended listening: Cal Newport on Claude Mythos (11:26) - Recommended reading: Discipline is Destiny (12:17) - Recommended video: The Scrubs Sacred Heart rebuild (15:56) - Wrap-up ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

What if the best business advice you ever got came from a book about ancient philosophy?I've been on a bit of a reading bender this year — physical books, old ideas, things written long before the age of notifications and hustle culture. And when I picked up Ryan Holiday's Discipline Is Destiny, I wasn't expecting it to hit so close to home as a solopreneur.But it did.Here are 3 lessons I took away from the book — specifically things solopreneurs need to hear.If you're not sure what you actually do each day — and most of us aren't — start there. Head to streamlined.fm/app to grab my free task journaling system. It's the first step to building the kind of order that actually frees you.Show NotesDiscipline Is Destiny by Ryan HolidayStreamlined Solopreneur Task Journal App (00:00) - 00:00 – *Intro* (00:00) - 02:07 – Lesson 1: Build Systems (00:00) - 06:35 – Lesson 2: Protect Your Time (00:00) - 11:47 – Lesson 3: Delegate (00:00) - 14:31 – Recap and closing ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

AI brain is when you've come to rely on AI for even the most basic things -- and after a week deep in Claude Max, I felt it creep back in. I'm sharing the three warning signs I've identified so you can catch it early, plus how bad sleep and brain fog made it worse. I've also got recommended reading from Mike Schmitz on using Claude to script YouTube videos (not my approach, but a thoughtful one), and a More Perfect Union video that exposes Polymarket's prediction markets for what they really are.On my mindAI BrianGood SleepHow much are we really on our phones?Recommended ReadingHow Claude Helped Me Make the Videos I Want to MakeRecommended MediaPolymarket Asked To Work With Us. We Exposed Their Scam Instead.Scrubs RevivalView the episode transcript (00:00) - - What's on my mind (08:03) - - Recommended reading (12:14) - - Recommended media ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

I understand the temptation of using AI to write your own apps. I'm sick of the endless subscriptions, feature bloat, and raising the subscription price to accommodate the feature bloat. But it may not be all it's cracked up to be.It can definitely be a huge timesaver (I've used it to build WordPress plugins and write Obsidian Dataview code), but it can also be a huge time suck.It can be hard to know if it's worth trying. That's why in this episode, I give you a simple 5-question framework to help you decide when building your own software makes sense — and when it's just a shiny distraction.If you've ever thought about vibe coding your way to the perfect tool, this one's for you.Have you tried vibe coding something for your business? I want to hear about it — head over to Streamlined Feedback and leave me a voice note.And if you want to try the iOS app I built, join the beta at streamlined.fm/app. In this episode, I cover:Why the death of single-purpose software is making us all want to build our own toolsThe 3 things you still need to understand even when AI is writing the codeQuick wins: where AI-assisted coding actually saves timeMy cautionary tale of building an iOS app with AIA 5-question decision framework for solopreneurs considering building software3 pieces of advice if you do decide to go for itHow to use your app as "sawdust" — and turn it into a lead magnet ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

I'm trying a new format this week called the Friday Wrap-up, where I tell you what's on my mind, and recommend some articles and videos. The hope here is to curate some more timely resources to help you think about your solopreneur systems, and how to work better so you can take more time off! Here's the Wrap-Up for April 10, 2026. On my mindUsing AI to do all of the writing for you.Using Claude MAXRecommended ReadingRethinking RSS, newsletters, and how I read every morningThe 3 Question Test for Using AI EffectivelyRecommended MediaI Made a Network of Every Home Run in MLB HistorySend feedback to https://streamlinedfeedback.com (00:00) - Why I started this (01:12) - What's on my mind (08:20) - Recommended Reading (10:45) - Recommended Media (11:41) - Wrapping up ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

I can't imagine something more overwhelming than sitting down on Monday and having no idea what to work on, despite knowing you have a bunch of work to do. But that's how many solopreneurs start their week.Even worse, when you don't know what to do, it's easier for other people to hijack your time, you waste time by deciding in the moment, and it's hard to measure success.I've spent years refining a system that takes just 20 to 25 minutes every Sunday, but saves me hours of "buffer time" and decision fatigue during the week. By the time I walk into my office on Monday morning, I already know exactly which three tasks I need to accomplish.Today I'm going to share that system with you.Want to try my new Daily Three app for iOS? Join my mailing list to here: https://streamlined.fm/appShow NotesThe Sidekick NotepadThe Plus/Minus/Next ApproachSend feedback to https://streamlinedfeedback.com ————Streamlined Solopreneur is the podcast for solopreneurs who want to automate their business and take time off worry-free. Each week, Joe Casabona shares practical systems, tools, and strategies to help you reclaim your time and run your business without sacrificing your the rest of your life, or your health. Start with the free Solopreneur Sweep — a step-by-step method for finding where your business is losing time: https://streamlined.fm/sweepIf this episode helped you, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts helps other solopreneurs find the show — it only takes a minute and means a lot.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/

Most podcasters think AI speeds things up, when really it creates more work through rewriting, tweaking, and fixing some more. Podcast systems expert Joe Casabona is here to show you where AI slows your workflow, where automation does the job better, and how to stop using the wrong tool for the right task.You'll find out the one sign you've become too reliant on AI and how it's making you 9% dumber (according to the WSJ). And you'll also learn the 3-question test to know if the AI tool you're using is actually helping or just adding more work.If you want to get your time back and create better episodes without unnecessary work on your plate, hit play and let's dive in.1:30 – Where AI Actually Costs You More Time Than It Saves8:20 – One Warning Sign That Tells You If You've Become Too Reliant on AI12:30 – How AI Turns Simple Tasks Into More Work in 3 Ways16:25 – Why AI Is the Wrong Tool for Tasks Automation Should Handle24:01 – The 3 Questions That Tell You Where AI Is Worth Using (or Not)Episode Links:Meet Joe Casabona: Website | LinkedInListen to Joe's Podcast: Streamlined SolopreneurRead Joe's Blog: The 3 Question Test for Using AI EffectivelySave 12 Hours a week with Joe's Podcast Automation PlannersOther Episodes You'll Love: Is AI Making Your Podcast Easier to Skip?→ This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U...Liked this episode? Share it with your podcasting friends!Love this show? Say thanks in true podcasting style by leaving a review.Podcast Health Score™: See exactly where your show is losing listeners and get a custom plan to fix it.On-Air Podcast Coaching: Join the waitlist for a chance to get coached by Courtney on air in real time.Podcast SEO Mastery: Learn how to optimize your show so the right listeners find you in search.Done-For-You Podcast SEO: Let our team build your Podcast SEO Strategy so your show gets found 24/7.PodLaunch® Accelerator: Book a free podcasting strategy call if you're ready to build a show that converts and grows on repeat.Follow Courtney for more podcasting insights:  Linked In | PodLaunchHQ.comThis episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U©Ⓟ 2018–2026 by Courtney Elmer. All ...

What if the very thing you're using to make your podcast better is the reason people are skipping it? Sure, AI has changed how we work. But without realizing it, most creators are using it in a way that hurts their podcast's credibility. Podcast systems expert Joe Casabona is back to break down what listeners pick up on when you use AI in your podcast content, why "sounding more polished" doesn't always lead to better engagement or listener action, and exactly where to draw the line so AI supports your message instead of weakening it.If you want listeners to trust what they hear and take action on your episodes, hit play and let's dive in....2:11 – The Real Risk of Assuming That AI Makes Your Podcast Better 9:53 – What Listeners Pick Up On When Your Thinking Is Outsourced 13:21 – The Difference Between Using AI to Refine vs Replace Your Ideas 15:13 – What Listeners Actually Connect With That AI Can't Recreate 18:59 – Where to Draw the Line So AI Doesn't Hurt How Listeners Respond to Your Podcast...Episode Links:Meet Joe Casabona: Website | LinkedInListen to Joe's Podcast: Streamlined SolopreneurRead Joe's Blog: When to Bring in AI (and When Not To)Save 12 Hours a week with Joe's Podcast Automation Planners...Other Episodes You'll Love: Where AI Wastes More Time Than It Saves in Your Podcast (3 Questions to Ask)...Liked this episode? Share it with your podcasting friends!Love this show? Say thanks in true podcasting style by leaving a review.Podcast Health Score™: See exactly where your show is losing listeners and get a custom plan to fix it.On-Air Podcast Coaching: Join the waitlist for a chance to get coached by Courtney on air in real time.Podcast SEO Mastery: Learn how to optimize your show so the right listeners find you in search.Done-For-You Podcast SEO: Let our team build your Podcast SEO Strategy so your show gets found 24/7.PodLaunch® Accelerator: Book a free podcasting strategy call if you're ready to build a show that converts and grows on repeat.Follow Courtney for more podcasting insights:  Linked In | PodLaunchHQ.comThis episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U©Ⓟ 2018–2026 by Courtney Elmer. All ...

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/focused/251 http://relay.fm/focused/251 David Sparks and Mike Schmitz Podcast coach and Streamlined Soloprenuer founder Joe Casabona joins us to talk about building systems, effective delegation, and when to actually automate. Podcast coach and Streamlined Soloprenuer founder Joe Casabona joins us to talk about building systems, effective delegation, and when to actually automate. clean 4546 Podcast coach and Streamlined Soloprenuer founder Joe Casabona joins us to talk about building systems, effective delegation, and when to actually automate. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code FOCUSED. Guest Starring: Joe Casabona Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Joe's Website Joe Casabona | LinkedIn Focused #249: What if This Were Easy? with Ernie Svenson Toggl ‎Focus app | App Store Brick | Take Back Control of Your Screen Time Sponsor Games Balatro A World Without Email by Cal Newport Streamlined Solopreneur #520: 3 Steps to Reclaim Your Life from Email Onlinejobs.ph Tella SaneBox The End of Burnout by Jonathan Malesic Zapier OpenClaw David's OpenClaw video reMarkable Paper Pro Move reMarkable 2 Supernote Nomad USB Hub | Elgato Keychron Q3 QMK Custom Mechanical Keyboard Keychron K2 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard The Iliad by Homer The Odyssey by Homer

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/focused/251 http://relay.fm/focused/251 Not Throwing Away My Shot, with Joe Casabona 251 David Sparks and Mike Schmitz Podcast coach and Streamlined Soloprenuer founder Joe Casabona joins us to talk about building systems, effective delegation, and when to actually automate. Podcast coach and Streamlined Soloprenuer founder Joe Casabona joins us to talk about building systems, effective delegation, and when to actually automate. clean 4546 Podcast coach and Streamlined Soloprenuer founder Joe Casabona joins us to talk about building systems, effective delegation, and when to actually automate. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code FOCUSED. Guest Starring: Joe Casabona Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Joe's Website Joe Casabona | LinkedIn Focused #249: What if This Were Easy? with Ernie Svenson Toggl ‎Focus app | App Store Brick | Take Back Control of Your Screen Time Sponsor Games Balatro A World Without Email by Cal Newport Streamlined Solopreneur #520: 3 Steps to Reclaim Your Life from Email Onlinejobs.ph Tella SaneBox The End of Burnout by Jonathan Malesic Zapier OpenClaw David's OpenClaw video reMarkable Paper Pro Move reMarkable 2 Supernote Nomad USB Hub | Elgato Keychron Q3 QMK Custom Mechanical Keyboard Keychron K2 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard The Iliad by Homer The Odyssey by Homer

I just attended my first Podfest conference and couldn't wait to share my top six takeaways for authors who podcast.Resources mentioned:Podfest Expo, Buzzsprout (my podcast host), PodMatch, My PodMatch Overview (ep #131).Joe Casabona, Streamlined Solopreneur; Mark Ronick, The Podcast Morning Chat; Rob Walch, Podcast411; Alex Sanfilippo, Podcasting Made Simple; Courtney Elmer, Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast; Krissy Nelson, Morgan James Publishing

Podcast guesting can be one of the most powerful visibility and lead-generation strategies available — when it's done with intention. Too many guests leave results to chance: hoping the right questions get asked, hoping the conversation lands, hoping something converts. To kick off the new year, I invited some of my favorite experts in the podcast guesting space to share their best tip for 2026 — insights designed to help you become a more strategic, memorable, and results-driven podcast guest.   Here's what they shared:  The one thing you should give every host to ensure a strategic conversation. Why being a guest on 100 podcasts a year might be a waste of your time. What an 8-year-old can teach you about being a more engaging podcast guest. How to use a simple storytelling framework to turn listeners into your clients. A four-part system for finding the perfect podcasts to pitch for your business. The one strategy that will help you show up as an expert in AI search. Why your call to action could be losing you leads and the simple way to fix it.   Featuring Tips From Top Guesting Experts: Alex Sanfilippo, Traci DeForge, Spencer Carpenter, Kimberly Crowe, April Adams Pertuis, Joe Casabona, Lyndsay Phillips   Head to https://LeverageYourPodcastShow.com to read the blog >>>Stop leaving success to chance. Get my Crickets to Clients: 5 Shifts To Turn Podcast Interviews Into Real Results https://www.leverageyourpodcast.com/clients    >>Learn 3 Ways To  Leverage & Repurpose Your Podcast Guest Interviews To Boost Authority, Visibility, Leads & Sales - Free Guide & Checklist https://leverageyourpodcast.com/guest  

https://casabona.org/danIn this conversation, Dan Hafner and Joe Casabona delve into the world of automation and AI, exploring how solopreneurs can leverage these tools to streamline their businesses. Joe shares his personal journey of transitioning to automation after a stressful period during the pandemic, emphasizing the importance of time management and mental clarity. They discuss the decision-making process behind what tasks to automate, the challenges of scaling a business, and the role of AI agents in enhancing productivity. Joe also touches on the emerging trend of vibe coding and its implications for developers and solopreneurs alike.Takeaways:Automation can significantly reduce stress and improve work-life balance.Identifying tasks to automate requires careful consideration and planning.Time management is crucial for solopreneurs to avoid burnout.AI agents can enhance productivity but are not a complete replacement for human oversight.Vibe coding offers new opportunities but still requires technical knowledge.Mental clutter can be alleviated through effective automation strategies.Scaling a business should be approached with caution to avoid technical debt.The purpose behind automation should align with personal and business goals.Investing time upfront in automation can lead to long-term time savings.Using AI tools can help streamline processes but should be implemented thoughtfully.

What if you could take six weeks off from your business, and nothing falls apart? In this episode, systems and automation coach Joe Casabona joins us to talk about how solopreneurs and creators can work smarter, not longer.Joe shares the behind-the-scenes systems that help him run multiple podcasts, coach clients, and still be a present parent. We cover his favorite tools, how to get started with automation (even if you're not techy), and the key mindset shift that makes delegation actually work.From streamlining content production to landing consistent sponsorships, Joe shows how automation isn't about cutting corners—it's about clearing space so you can show up as your best self in business and life.Key Points:The first system every solopreneur should set up to reclaim timeWhy automation and delegation are better togetherJoe's favorite automation tools (and why he prefers Make over Zapier)Using Notion, Todoist, and Apple Notes to capture ideas and get things doneHow to automate podcast workflows from booking to publishingThe surprising benefits of on-demand coaching (and how he delivers it)Balancing automation with authentic engagement in a world full of AI noiseResources:40+ Automation Templates – casabona.org/automationOn-Demand Coaching with Joe – casabona.org/unstuckStreamline Solopreneur Podcast – casabona.org/podcast----------------------Ecamm - Your go-to solution for crafting outstanding live shows and podcasts. - Get 15% off your first payment with promo code JEFF15SocialMediaNewsLive.com - Dive into our website for comprehensive episode breakdowns.Youtube.com - Tune in live, chat with us directly, and be part of the conversation. Or, revisit our archive of past broadcasts to stay updated.Facebook - Stream our show live and chat with us in real time. Connect, engage, and be a part of our community.Email - Subscribe and never miss a live show reminder.----------------------JeffSieh.com - Unlock the power of authentic storytelling with me! With over 20 years of marketing experience, I'm here to elevate your brand's narrative in an ever-competitive market. My expertise spans consulting, visual marketing, and producing podcasts and live videos.Additionally, as a seasoned speaker, I'm not just about...

Send us a textEver wonder how some podcasters manage to run multiple shows while maintaining their sanity and family life? In this eye-opening conversation, automation expert Joe Casabona reveals his secrets for making computers do the heavy lifting in podcast production.Through practical examples, Joe demonstrates how even seemingly "quick" manual tasks like copying information between apps create hidden costs. Each interruption requires you to stop what you're doing, switch context, and then rebuild momentum on your original task – turning a five-minute action into a 20-minute productivity sink. These small inefficiencies compound into hours of lost time each week.The conversation explores specific automation solutions for podcasters, from creating private podcast feeds when members join to automatically moving files through your production system. Joe addresses common objections to automation tools, comparing platforms like Notion, Airtable, Zapier, and Make.com to help you choose the right fit for your workflow and technical comfort level.Perhaps most powerfully, Joe shares his personal lawn mowing epiphany – how spending six hours cutting his overgrown grass cost him $1,200 in lost billable hours. This crystallized the realization that doing everything yourself isn't always the smartest approach. As he puts it, "You're a capable person. You can do a lot of things yourself. It's about freeing up your time to do the most crucial of your tasks."Ready to reclaim hours in your podcasting workflow? Visit http://podcastworkflows.com/carl to access Joe's free automation template database featuring 40 proven automations you can implement today.Connect with Joe:Websitehttps://casabona.org/Podcasthttps://streamlined.fm/SocialsX (formerly Twitter)https://x.com/jcasabonaInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jcasabonaYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@JoeCasaLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona/Support the showGot a question about something you heard today? Have a great suggestion for a topic or know someone who should be a guest? Reach out to us:askcarl@carlspeaks.caIf you're ready to take the plunge and join the over 3 million people who have joined the podcast space, we'd love to hear your idea and help you get started! Book your Podcast Strategy Session today:https://podcastsolutionsmadesimple.com/get-started/Never miss an episode! Subscribe wherever you get your podcast by clicking here:https://communicationconnectioncommunity.buzzsprout.comFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/podcast-solutions-made-simpleFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/podcastsolutionsmadesimple/Follow us on Facebook:www.facebook.com/groups/podcastlaunchmadesimpleFollow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/carlrichards72

If you're still airing interviews you wouldn't listen to yourself—just because you feel obligated toward your guests—you're not building trust with your listeners. You're breaking it. And once your audience feels like their time isn't valued? They won't complain. They'll just stop listening.If you want a podcast that builds authority and drives loyalty, you need to lead interviews that earn attention. In this episode, you'll learn how to ask questions your guest hasn't answered a dozen times, pull out insights your audience can *actually* use, and create one-of-a-kind conversations that make your show worth returning to, following, and sharing.So if you're done settling for polite interviews that don't convert (and ready to lead ones that earn trust and ultimately grow your show) hit play and let's dive in.

Joe Casabona is a systems and automations coach who helps overwhelmed solopreneur parents save time and create more space in their lives. With two decades of experience in web development, teaching, and podcasting, Joe knows how to streamline the chaos of running a business and balancing family life. His podcasting systems have saved him 10+ hours a week, earning $30,000–$50,000 annually in sponsorships and reaching 60,000 monthly downloads. When he's not coaching or podcasting, Joe spends time with his family, watches Star Wars, or talks way too much about the Yankees. Get Joe's FREE Automation Templates Here: https://casabona.org/automation From James: Free Online Training: How to Earn $2,000/mo. From Digital Products

You started your coaching business to help people—not to spend hours scheduling calls, chasing invoices, and managing emails. But somehow, the admin work never stops. You've probably thought about automating some of it, but you don't want your business to feel impersonal or “robotic.”That's exactly where Joe Casabona found himself. As a former software engineer turned solopreneur, he thought working harder was the answer—until he nearly burned out. That's when he discovered that automation isn't about doing less—it's about making space for what matters most. In this episode, he shares how to use automation to save time without losing the personal touch.By the End of This Episode, You'll Know:✅ Why automating doesn't mean losing the personal touch. Most coaches think automation makes things feel robotic—but done right, it actually strengthens client relationships.✅ The biggest automation mistake coaches make. You're probably automating the wrong things (or avoiding the things that could save you the most time).✅ How to know when to automate vs. delegate. If you think you can't afford automation or a VA, this episode will completely shift your perspective.✅ The easiest automations to start with—even if you're not tech-savvy. These simple tweaks will free up hours this week, without complicated software or hiring a team.About Joe Casabona:Joe Casabona knows what it's like to be overwhelmed by the business side of coaching. After leaving his corporate job to work for himself, he quickly realized he was spending more time on admin than his actual work. That's when he started using automation to cut out the busywork—and everything changed.Now, Joe helps business owners streamline their processes so they can focus on what actually moves the needle. Connect with Joe Casabona:

Building Trust and Influence in Speaking & Coaching: The Power of PodcastingSummaryIn this episode of Present Influence, John delves into the importance of trust for coaches, speakers, and communication professionals. He discusses how to become a trusted voice and guide for audiences, emphasizing the significant role podcasting plays in establishing trust in a low-trust economy. John shares insights from his conversation with podcast systems expert Joe Casabona, highlighting the benefits and strategies for being a podcast guest and starting your own podcast. Additionally, he offers practical advice on preparation, recording quality, and long-term content strategy. Join John as he explores how to amplify your influence and maintain a professional presence through effective communication.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Importance of Trust00:49 Welcome to Present Influence01:31 Building Trust Through Podcasting02:40 Starting Your Podcast Journey03:53 Guesting on Podcasts05:15 Creating Your Own Podcast12:19 Practical Tips for Podcasting18:46 Conclusion and Next StepsVisit https://presentinfluence.com to find out more or connect with John on LinkedInThanks for listening and please give the show a 5* review if you enjoyed it.

Are You Always Busy but Never Making Progress?Most coaches think productivity is about getting more done—but what if the real key is doing less? If you feel overwhelmed, constantly putting out fires, and struggling to move your business forward, this episode is for you.I'm joined by Mark Struczewski (aka Mister Productivity) to uncover the simple but powerful shift that will help you eliminate distractions, stop spinning your wheels, and finally focus on what actually grows your business.By the End of This Episode, You'll Know:✅ Why lack of clarity is the biggest time-waster in your business✅ How to simplify everything with one niche, one offer, one CTA✅ The right way to reach potential clients without feeling spammy✅ A simple strategy to cut distractions and reclaim your timeAbout Mark:Mark Struczewski (STRU-CHESS-KEY), known as Mister Productivity, is a Houston-based productivity coach and host of The Mister Productivity Podcast with over 1,320 episodes. He helps leaders cut through distractions, conquer overwhelm, and gain clarity using practical, no-nonsense strategies. Drawing from his daily running routine and passion for lifelong learning, Mark simplifies productivity so you can focus on what truly matters.Connect with Mark:

Streamlining Podcast Production with Expert Joe CasabonaSummaryIn this episode of Present Influence, host John Bull interviews Joe Casabona, a well-respected figure in the podcasting world. Joe shares his journey into podcasting, starting from 2009, and the lessons he's learned along the way. The conversation focuses on how to streamline podcast workflows, the importance of systems and processes, and leveraging AI tools effectively. Joe provides actionable advice for podcasters struggling with production, emphasizing the importance of documentation, automation, and delegation. He also touches on the potential for monetizing podcasts, the value of podcast guesting, and best practices for promoting episodes. The episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to make podcasting easier and more efficient.Joe's OfferGet Joe's workflows mentioned in the episode at https://podcastworkflows.com/johnChapters00:00 Introduction to the Show00:41 Meet Joe Casabona: Podcasting Expert02:41 Joe's Journey into Podcasting04:27 Making a Living from Podcasting06:08 Streamlining Podcast Production18:07 The PER Method for Efficiency22:22 The Importance of Automation24:23 AI Tools in Podcasting25:26 Leveraging AI in Podcasting25:53 AI for Research and Content Creation27:51 Post-Production and Promotion with AI31:19 The Importance of Editing in Podcasting35:45 Monetizing Your Podcast41:08 Guesting on Podcasts: Best Practices48:37 SEO and Promotion Strategies51:08 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsTakeawaysJoe started podcasting after realizing his friends were learning from podcasts.He emphasizes the importance of iterating and improving over time.Podcasters can leverage their shows to attract clients and build authority.Automation and delegation are key to managing podcast production effectively.The PER method helps streamline podcast processes: Perform, Evaluate, Remove.AI tools can assist in research and content creation but should not replace personal input.Guesting on podcasts can be a valuable strategy for exposure and networking.Polished content is essential for establishing thought leadership in podcasting.Monetization can come from various sources, including sponsorships and affiliate marketing.SEO is crucial for making podcasts discoverable online.Visit https://presentinfluence.com to find out more Thanks for listening and please give the show a 5* review if you enjoyed it.

Send Us a Text MessageAlthough podcasts have been around since 2003, in many ways, the podcasting industry is still in its infancy, and we're yet to understand what's coming next. Thankfully, there are signs of what's to come! In this episode, 3 leading experts in the podcasting industry, Courtney Elmer, Joe Casabona, and Vinnie Potestivo, explain their predictions for podcasting's future. Get ready to understand how to position yourself to maximize your impact in podcasting as a guest or host!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/316Chapters00:00 Introduction to the State of Podcasting02:15 Current Trends and Challenges in Podcasting04:37 Strategies for Organic Discovery08:22 Enhancing Recognition and Visibility19:06 Building Systems and Automations for Success24:20 Rapid Fire Insights for Podcasters29:48 The Future of PodcastingTakeawaysPodcasting is growing, but many podcasters quit early.SEO is crucial for organic discovery of podcasts.Consistency builds listener habits, not necessarily growth.IMDB can enhance discoverability for podcasters.Creating systems can save time and reduce stress.Focus on the problems your podcast solves for listeners.Engagement requires clear calls to action.The future of podcasting will involve AI-generated content.Authenticity and relatability will set podcasts apart.Building a community is more important than just growing an audience.MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/316

This isn't your average podcasting advice. In this roundtable conversation, I'm teaming up with Alex Sanfilippo of PodMatch, Vinnie Potestivo, and Joe Casabona to dig into where podcasting is actually headed.From why so many podcasters quit to the truth behind podcast marketing and discoverability, we're pulling back the curtain on the state of podcasting today and the core strategies that separate successful shows from the rest.Ready to go behind the scenes and uncover what works (and what doesn't) so your show can get the recognition it deserves? Hit play and let's dive in.Episode Links:PodMatchihaveapodcast.com/interviewPodcasting Systems & AutomationsCheck out Alex Sanfilippo's Podcast: Podcasting Made SimpleCheck out Vinnie Potestivo's Podcast: I Have a PodcastCheck out Joe Casabona's Podcast: Streamlined Solopreneur→ This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7UHave a question about launching or growing a podcast you want me to answer on air? Shoot me a text!Liked this episode? Share it and tag @thecourtneyelmer! Love this show? Say thanks by leaving a review.Register for Courtney's Free Podcasting Workshop: How to 10x Your Business with a Podcast in 2025NEW! Schedule a 1:1 Podcasting Strategy Call w/ Courtney (60-min paid session). Curious about PodLaunch®? Book a Free Discovery Call to see if our podcasting mentorship is the right fit for your business. Connect with Courtney: Linked In | Instagram | PodLaunch HQ

Real impact starts when you simplify—streamlining isn't just efficient; it's transformative. In this episode, Joe Casabona, podcaster, educator, and host of Streamlined Solopreneur, shares how his 20 years of web development experience shaped his mission to help solopreneurs simplify their workflows and reclaim their time. With nearly 600 podcast episodes under his belt, Joe reveals why he pivoted from How I Built It to focus on actionable strategies for solopreneurs, including automating tasks, leveraging solo episodes to showcase expertise, and refining podcast production with low-effort, high-value solutions. Tune in for Joe's insights on creating systems that work for you, embracing change, and finding freedom through efficiency.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Binge Factor community today:FacebookInstagramLinkedInPinterestYouTubeTikTok

Unlock the keys to reclaiming your time and enhancing productivity with podcast systems coach Joe Casabona. In this episode, Joe shares his insights on balancing automation and delegation, helping entrepreneurs optimize their workflows without falling into the trap of constant busyness. With over a decade of experience, Joe reveals when to adopt new tools or hire a virtual assistant to streamline operations. From his symbolic hourglass hat to actionable strategies, this conversation offers a roadmap to true productivity, freeing up time for what matters most.    The discussion also touches on balancing technology in family life, exploring how screen time impacts parenting and personal habits. Joe shares his evolution from micromanagement to effective delegation, using tools like Loom for clear communication and task management. Whether you're looking to boost your efficiency or improve your work-life balance, this episode delivers practical tips and relatable stories to inspire meaningful change. NOTABLE QUOTES "I'm here to save you time, the only thing you can't buy more of." – Joe "Being busy is a badge of honor and it shouldn't be." – Joe "Bored people are creative people." – Joe "Unfortunately, while AI is a buzzword and AI has so many great things to it and can do so many awesome things, it's starting to eliminate that critical thinking." – Philip "If you are sending data from one app to another, perfect candidate for automation." – Joe "When the inputs and outputs aren't clear, you probably need somebody with critical thinking skills, and so that's really the dividing line for whether you should automate or delegate." – Joe "I'm not running my business to scale huge. My business is a relationship business." – Joe "If you want to grow and scale, you're going to have to start automating and delegating." – Philip "There's times that we're doing things that don't even need to be done. We're just doing it because we thought we needed to do it." – Philip "What you want to focus on is your area of expertise." – Joe "I don't want parents to have panic attacks because they don't feel like they can handle everything that they have to handle." – Joe "Work is not everything, no matter what Gary Vee or Alex Hormosi says." – Joe "Why I started my business, too, is to help myself, but then it turned into helping other people out as well, to be able to get that time back." – Philip RESOURCES Joe Website: https://casabona.org  Streamlined Solopreneur Podcast: https://www.streamlined.fm/sessions  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jcasabona  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabona  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/creatorcourses   Philip Digital Course: https://www.speakingsessions.com/digital-course Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions Support the show

How do you juggle multiple podcasts, three young kids, and still find time to breathe? Tune in to hear how Joe turned his breaking point into a breakthrough strategy for balancing business and family life—without losing his sanity! If you're feeling overwhelmed trying to balance your business with family life, this episode offers real, actionable strategies to reclaim your time and sanity—so you can be present for your loved ones while still growing your business. Whether you're a parent, entrepreneur, or both, you'll learn how to offload tasks and reduce stress, making space for what truly matters. In this episode you will: 1. Get practical advice on how to delegate and automate your workload so you can spend more quality time with your family. 2. Learn from Joe's experience on balancing multiple responsibilities while avoiding burnout, even during life's most stressful moments. 3. Discover actionable tips for finding and hiring a VA to lighten your load—without breaking the bank. Listen in to discover Joe's proven strategies for managing a thriving business and raising three kids without sacrificing your sanity. About Joe: Joe Casabona is podcast and automation coach who helps busy solopreneurs take back their time. Some even say he perfectly blend content creation and technology like it's the best cup of coffee you've ever had (he says that). Joe's strategies come from his many years of experience: over 10 years creating podcasts, more than 15 years teaching, and over 20 years as a web developer. He also produces 3 podcasts, makes $30,000-50,000 every year on sponsorships alone and gets 60,000 downloads every month from his show…while raising 3 small children. That's because his podcast systems save him 12 hours every week. When he's not producing and coaching podcasters, you can find Joe spending time with his family, enjoying baseball, or talking too much about Star Wars. Learn more from Joe at: https://podcastworkflows.com/join/ About Theresa A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system. Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit. Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Pathways to Early Communication”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022. Connect with Theresa today! • Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa • Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/ About Parenting with Confidence Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success! Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theresa-alexander-inman/support

My guest on this episode of the Ready Yet?! podcast, is Joe Casabona, podcast systems coach and software engineer. Join us as we dive into the concept of achieving more by working less. Joe shares his journey from selling mixed CDs in high school to becoming a successful podcaster with over a decade of experience. We discuss the importance of creating efficient workflows, automating tasks, and focusing on quality over quantity. Joe emphasizes the significance of having the right mindset and strategies to work smarter, not harder. Whether you're a business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, Joe's insights on balancing work with life and leveraging technology to reduce workload are invaluable. GUEST RESOURCESJoe Casabona is podcast systems coach who helps busy solopreneurs take back their time. Some even say he perfectly blends content creation and technology like it's the best cup of coffee you've ever had (he says that). Joe's strategies come from his many years of experience: over 10 years creating podcasts, more than 15 years teaching, and over 20 years as a web developer.https://casabona.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasabonahttps://www.youtube.com/@JoeCasahttps://www.instagram.com/jcasabona BE IN CHARGE >> TAKE ACTION >> GET RESULTSConquer Your BusinessJoin us on FacebookLinkedInInstagramYouTubeDownload your free copy of Erin's ebook, Connect as a Human First here.

Many podcasters think, "If I want to make money, I need sponsors." But if you're a business owner who podcasts, you've likely wondered, "Should I have sponsors if I'm already promoting my own stuff?" Here's the thing: not all podcast sponsorships are created equal. While the right sponsor can help cover production costs and bring in extra revenue, the wrong one can undermine the trust you've worked hard to build with your listeners.In this episode, we're clearing up the confusion. Whether you're getting 100 downloads an episode or 10,000+, podcast sponsorship coach Joe Casabona is here to show you how to get podcast sponsors without sacrificing listener trust. You'll learn how to find sponsors that truly align with your audience, craft pitches that make brands say “yes,” and price your sponsorship packages like a pro.(Grab a pen, you'll want to take notes.) Ready? Hit play and let's dive in.Episode Links:Check out Joe Casabona's podcast, The Streamlined Solopreneur→ This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7UHave a question about launching or growing your podcast? Shoot me a text!Liked this episode? Share it! and tag me @thecourtneyelmer Love this show? Say thanks by writing a review! Want a top podcast that converts listeners to clients? Book a free strategy call NEW LIVE WORKSHOP! >> Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast Connect with Court: Instagram | Linked In | Website

You've probably heard all about how to save time editing, uploading, and promoting — but the real time-suck for most podcasters? Planning the dang episode before you even hit record! But what if you could cut your episode prep time in half, reclaim that mental energy, and never stare at a blank screen wondering what to talk about again?In this episode, podcast productivity guru Joe Casabona shares a simple framework that'll help you capture ideas wherever you are (yes, even mid-shampoo) and streamline your episode prep time, free up your creativity, and create episodes that connect and convert — all without accidentally undermining your authority with AI.If you're ready to have more fun and enjoy podcasting again with a smarter, faster way to prep your episodes and position yourself as the go-to podcaster in your niche, hit play and let's dive in.Episode Links:Check out Joe Casabona's podcast, The Streamlined Solopreneur→ This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7UHave a question about launching or growing your podcast? Shoot me a text!Liked this episode? Share it! and tag me @thecourtneyelmer Love this show? Say thanks by writing a review! Want a top podcast that converts listeners to clients? Book a free strategy call NEW LIVE WORKSHOP! >> Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast Connect with Court: Instagram | Linked In | Website

Send Us a Text MessageHave you ever missed time with your family or friends because you were up late working on producing your next podcast episode? Most podcasters can relate! But it's time to ensure this doesn't happen again! In this episode, Joe Casabona explains how you can create and implement automations into your podcast production process so you can begin to reclaim your time. Get ready to cut out 12 hours per week from your podcast production without the quality of your episodes suffering!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/295Chapters00:00 Introduction02:27 The Power of Automation and Delegation03:25 Understanding Automation07:17 Determining What Tasks to Automate or Delegate09:38 Tools for Automation and Delegation13:01 Examples of Tasks to Automate or Delegate14:53 ConclusionTakeawaysAutomation and delegation can save podcasters a significant amount of time and effort.There are four types of tasks that can be automated or delegated: common and easily repeatable tasks, infrequent but high-effort tasks, tasks that require specific timing, and tasks that can't be forgotten.By asking specific questions, podcasters can determine which tasks can be automated or delegated.There are various tools available for automation and delegation in podcasting, such as Make, Zapier, Apple's Shortcuts app, Airtable, Notion, and scheduling tools like Calendly.Tasks that can be automated or delegated in podcasting include booking guests, sending episodes for editing, publishing episodes, emailing the mailing list, creating transcripts, uploading to YouTube, creating images, social media sharing, finding clips to share, and gathering show notes.MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/295

In this episode, we sit down with Joe Casabona, a seasoned podcast and automation coach who has mastered the art of helping busy solopreneurs reclaim their time. Joe shares his journey from experiencing a panic attack due to overwhelming responsibilities to discovering life-changing automation techniques. He explains how he manages to produce three successful podcasts, earn significant sponsorship revenue, and maintain a healthy work-life balance while raising three young children. Tune in as Joe reveals: How to save 12+ hours per week by automating your podcast workflows Seven ways to grow your podcast without adding more work The most critical tasks podcasters can offload to free up their time Simple changes non-technical podcasters can implement to start automating Tips for finding a Virtual Assistant (VA) to improve podcast workflows The importance of storytelling in podcasting Joe's expertise and practical advice will help you streamline your podcast production, allowing you to focus on what truly matters – creating great content and spending time with loved ones. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a pro who has successfully balanced a thriving business and family life through automation. To connect with Joe, visit his website: https://casabona.org/guest Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Do your due diligence. Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd We couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphd Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drchrisloomddphd Follow the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NkM6US7cjsiAYTBjWGdx6?si=1da9d0a17be14d18 Subscribe to our Substack newsletter: https://substack.com/@drchrisloomdphd1 Subscribe to our Medium newsletter: https://medium.com/@drchrisloomdphd Subscribe to our email newsletter: ⁠https://financial-freedom-for-physicians.ck.page/b4622e816d⁠ Subscribe to our LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6992935013231071233 Join our Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87512799 Join our Spotify Community: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/subscribe⁠ Thank you to our advertisers on Spotify. Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2024