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When your 8-year-old asks, “Where do babies come from?” how do you respond—without panicking? In this episode, Justin and Kylie Coulson share a sneak peek from an upcoming full interview with parenting author Michelle Mitchell about how to answer kids’ trickiest questions around procreation, intimacy, and consent. With warmth and practical wisdom, this conversation helps you feel more confident about when to talk, what to say, and how to create safe, shame-free conversations at every age. KEY POINTS: Start early and keep it simple. Naming body parts from a young age normalises these conversations and lays the foundation for later discussions about intimacy and consent. It’s never one big talk—it’s lots of little ones. Open, ongoing conversations build trust and make it easier for your child to ask more questions over time. You don’t need to get it perfect—just talk. Whether your style is open and casual or more private and reserved, what matters is that you're talking. Consent starts with valuing the body. Children need to understand their body is important, personal, and deserves respect—this frames later discussions about consent and intimacy in a meaningful, protective way. Humour helps. Be ready for funny, awkward, or unexpected responses. Respond with warmth, and follow your child’s lead on what they’re ready for. QUOTE OF THE EPISODE: “It doesn’t matter how your family talks—at the dinner table or quietly in private. What matters is that you’re talking.” RESOURCES MENTIONED: Where Do Babies Come From? And Other Questions 8–12 Year Olds Ask – Michelle Mitchell’s newest book for kids and parents The Girl’s Guide to Puberty and The Guy’s Guide to Puberty – Also by Michelle Mitchell Happy Families School Membership Coming Soon: Full interview with Michelle Mitchell (Saturday episode) ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS: Start with naming. Use proper terminology for body parts from the toddler years to normalise respectful language. Create a safe atmosphere. Be open to your child’s questions without judgement—even if you feel uncomfortable. Match your message to your child’s age. Answer what they’re asking, and don’t overshare if they’re not ready. Read together. Use age-appropriate books like Michelle’s to guide conversations and give your child permission to explore topics at their pace. Teach consent through value. Help your child understand that their body is special and deserves care and respect—this lays the groundwork for deeper conversations later. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we delve into the MAJOR importance of financial literacy and education. We explore income tax, National Insurance contributions and highlight the benefits of employer schemes like pensions. Key Points: Start financial education with an understanding of income and taxes. Recognise the distinction between income tax and National Insurance contributions. Knowing your tax bracket aids in financial planning. Explore employer benefits like pensions for long-term financial security. Utilise workplace pensions for employer contributions and tax benefits. Resources: Book a Power Hour: https://programs.thewealthconversation.com/power-hour LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tsitsi-mutiti-chartered-fcsi/ The 100-Year Life: Living and Working in an Age of Longevity - https://amzn.eu/d/4PY821o Gov.uk website: https://www.gov.uk/ The Money Helper website: https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewealthconversation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewealthconversation/ Guest Links: Funmi Olufunwa's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/funmi-olufunwa-hoops-finance/ Funmi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hoops_finance/ Email: Hello@hoopsfinance.com HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) National Insurance Contributions Calculator

Elaine Lin Hering: Unlearning Silence Elaine Lin Hering is a facilitator, speaker, and writer who helps people build skills in communication, collaboration, and conflict management. She is a former Managing Partner of Triad Consulting Group and Lecturer on Law at Harvard Law School, specializing in dispute resolution, mediation, and negotiation. She is the author of Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Your Talent, and Live More Fully. Those of us who have struggled to speak up have been told, “Just be more confident,” or, “Say this to get started.” As Elaine and I discuss in this conversation, there's a larger context at play…and great power for both leaders and the people they lead, in unlearning silence. Key Points Start with why. For change to actually happen, find something that matters more than the old behavior. What seems obvious to us isn't always obvious to others. Connecting the dots for others demonstrates the meaning you're making. Beginning a thought with, “From where I sit…” provides a entry point for what you need to say while also acknowledging different perspectives from others. Most people want to be helpful, but don't always know how. Tell them how they can be helpful in the moment. Resistance is part of the process of influencing others. While it doesn't feel good in the moment, it's often the catalyst for creating movement. Resources Mentioned Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Your Talent, and Live More Fully* by Elaine Lin Hering Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Speak Up, with Connson Locke (episode 546) End Imposter Syndrome in Your Organization, with Jodi-Ann Burey (episode 556) The Mindset Leaders Need to Address Burnout, with Christina Maslach (episode 608) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

Episode Summary:Tune in for a down-to-earth chat with the infamous Grower Joe, host of the Basement Grow Show! This episode goes deep into the world of home cannabis cultivation, covering everything from seed selection to harvest celebration. Join Peezy and Goof as they light up with Grower Joe and explore:Basement secrets: Uncovering the tips and tricks Joe uses to cultivate top-shelf bud in his home grow room.Strain talk: Discussing popular and up-and-coming cannabis strains perfect for home growing.From newbie to ninja: Essential advice for beginner and experienced growers alike.Lighting, feeding, and everything in between: Demystifying the science and art of growing quality cannabis.The legal lowdown: Understanding the legalities of home cultivation in different regions.And of course, plenty of laughs and blunt honesty along the way!Guest:Grower Joe: Host of the Basement Grow Show, cannabis cultivation expert, and passionate advocate for home growing.Key Points:Start small, learn, and experiment: Growing cannabis doesn't have to be overwhelming, begin with manageable projects and grow your knowledge.Quality matters: Choosing the right genetics, equipment, and nutrients lays the foundation for success.Community is key: Learn from experienced growers, share your experiences, and contribute to the positive growth of the community.Respect the plant: Understanding the needs of your plants is crucial for achieving optimal results.Safety first: Always prioritize safety when cultivating cannabis, especially concerning electrical equipment and ventilation.Memorable Moments:Grower Joe shares his most epic harvest haul (and the lessons learned).A hilarious debate on the merits of organic vs. synthetic nutrients.Peezy and Goof get schooled on advanced growing techniques.Joe reveals his secret weapon for pest control (it's not what you expect!).A passionate discussion about the future of home cannabis cultivation.Call to Action:Check out the Basement Grow Show for in-depth guides, tutorials, and live growing sessions with Grower Joe.Follow 2 Be Blunt and Grower Joe on social media for the latest cannabis news and insights.Support responsible and legal home cultivation practices.Enjoy the listen, and blaze responsibly! Sourceshttps://www.2bebluntpodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/2bebluntpodcasthttps://linktr.ee/2bebluntpodcast

In this episode of Social Media News Live, we discuss the essentials of camera tips for beginners with the multifaceted digital media enthusiast Luis Vega. Luis shares his wealth of knowledge on starting with what you have, emphasizing that often, the best camera a beginner can start with is the smartphone in their pocket. He provides practical advice on purchasing used gear, the value of renting lenses to test them out, and his top recommendation for a budget-friendly camera setup that doesn't compromise on quality. Additionally, Luis touches on the importance of audio quality over video, introducing affordable and effective solutions for beginners to improve their video content. The discussion also covers recommendations for editing software suitable for beginners and ends with Luis's insight into developing your unique style by just starting to create. This episode is packed with actionable advice for beginners looking to elevate their video content creation game.Key Points:Start with what you already own, such as your smartphone, for video content creation.Consider buying used gear and renting lenses to save money and test equipment.Luis recommends the Sony ZV-1F as a budget-friendly, quality camera for beginners.Emphasizes the importance of audio quality and introduces affordable solutions for improvement.Discusses software recommendations for video editing, suitable for beginners.Encourages creators to develop their unique style by simply beginning to create content.Resources:Sony ZV-1FRecommended Editing Software: Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, & DaVinci ResolveAudio Improvement Tools: Rode VideoMicro Compact On-Camera Microphone----------------------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,

In this episode of Weaver: Location Cubed, hosts Howard Altshuler and Aaron Grisz are joined by Ashly Pleasant, director, ESG and sustainability services, at Weaver. They explore the significance of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) in the real estate sector, discussing its impact on investment decisions and the importance of sustainability. Key Points: • Start measuring GHG emissions for better management• Understand the importance of ESG reporting for transparency• Leverage ESG for economic incentives and market competitiveness The episode emphasizes the critical role of ESG in real estate, highlighting the need to measure greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) and the importance of ESG reporting for transparency with stakeholders and investors. Ashly stresses the growing relevance of ESG in making investment and future-proofing decisions. “You can't manage what you don't measure,” Ashly explained, emphasizing the necessity of accurate data collection for effective ESG strategy implementation. This approach is crucial for real estate companies to understand their environmental impact and to make informed decisions for sustainable practices. Subscribe and listen to future episodes of Weaver: Location Cubed on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.©2024

Randelle Lenoir Randelle Lenior is a vice president at Fidelity Investments and a graduate of the Coaching for Leaders Academy. In this conversation, Randelle and I discuss how to utilize LinkedIn in order to showcase your team externally. Key Points Start small. Begin by posting about job opportunities or sharing articles and resources that will be useful for others. Even though you are also representing your organization, the relationships you build are yours and stay with you throughout your career. Establishing a larger “why” for a LinkedIn presence is important and invites others to want to join in to support the vision. Ask permission and allow team members to easily opt out — and people who don't engage initially may decide to later. People are going to look you up anyway. By having a presence on LinkedIn, you set the narrative of what they perceive about you. Related Episodes How to Write a Killer LinkedIn Profile, with Brenda Bernstein (episode 285) How to Get Noticed on LinkedIn, with Stephen Hart (episode 495) The Way to Get Noticed by Key Stakeholders, with Daphne E. Jones (episode 614) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

When starting your own podcast, it's important to have the right equipment in order to produce high-quality audio. While it can be tempting to invest in expensive equipment right away, it's best to start small and gradually upgrade as your podcast grows. The most important piece of equipment to invest in initially is a good microphone, which can cost around $100 or less. This will provide clear and professional sound for your first 10 to 20 episodes. Additionally, considering factors like ambient noise and sound management in your recording space will further enhance the quality of your podcast.Key Points• Start small and simple when purchasing podcasting equipment.• A good microphone is the most important initial purchase for clear and professional audio.• Consider the ambient noise in your recording space and invest in tools to reduce it.• USB microphones are suitable for most podcasters, while XLR microphones offer more control for professional setups.• Sound management in the room, such as drapery and foam cushions, can improve audio quality.• When filming video for your podcast, invest in a quality camera and lighting as well.• Stay tuned for future episodes and YouTube videos for more tips on setting up and managing microphones.Best Quotes01:39 - 01:48 • "One of the best bits of news here is that there are tools you can use to either reduce the amount of noise that makes it through."02:49 - 02:57 • "After the microphone, your next step is going to be probably a little bit of sound management in the room you're in."03:21 - 03:27 • "It all starts with a great microphone and how that gets, you know, plugged in, managed and used."03:28 - 03:36 • "We'll be releasing more podcast episodes and more, particularly more on our YouTube channel about how to set up your mic."03:47 - 03:51 • "Stick with us and look for more microphone information in a future episode."

In this episode of Do This Not That, host Jay provides tips and strategies for creating more engaging email newsletters. He first advocates for the importance of having a newsletter, even if you don't have a large following, as it helps build your skills as a writer and content creator. Jay then offers specific tactics to increase open and click rates, including sending your newsletter twice, changing the subject line and send time for the second version, making it more personal by having it come from an individual rather than a brand, and creating compelling subject lines focused on the content itself rather than meta information. Listeners can expect to learn easy ways to optimize their email newsletters for higher engagement.Key Points:Start a newsletter even if your following is small - it will improve with practice and serves as a content engine (00:31 - 02:27)Send your newsletter twice - first on Tuesday, then Thursday to non-openers with a new subject line like "Oops, you missed it!" (03:27 - 06:29)Have the newsletter come from a person, not just your brand - open rates are 30% higher! (06:39 - 07:43)Avoid boring subject lines like newsletter name, number or date - use a compelling stat or question from the content (07:47 - 09:15)Follow Jay Schwedelson on LinkedInCheck out Guru Events

Brian McKittrick is an Insurance & Finance Specialist, and his brokerage Insurance of Texas services Life, Health, and Senior Insurance plans for all 50 states, plus Washington D.C. And offer Property, Casualty & Commercial plans for Texas.His mission is to be the trusted advisor(s) for small businesses & self-employed persons to find the insurance protection and finance capital they need in a simple & efficient manner.Key Points:Start them young, it's never to early to train the mindsetYou don't have be a "rule-breaker" to be an entrepreneurNot everyone needs to be exactly the same, learn to adapt Follow Brian:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mckittrick_brian/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/brian.mckittrick.21LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-mckittrick-3b4233113/

OVERVIEW: Jason A. Duprat, Entrepreneur, Healthcare Practitioner, and Host of the Healthcare Entrepreneur Academy podcast discusses how to open a healthcare practice with low startup and low overhead costs for under 20K. He recommends starting small in terms of space and staff. He also highlights certain services that don't require expensive equipment to help further reduce costs.   EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: There are four key factors for starting lean when you open your healthcare practice.  First, start small in terms of size. You don't need a 7000-10,000 square foot space to launch your business. Also, sign a short-term lease for one year. Or consider renting an exam room from another clinician's office.   Most patients don't care about the physical size of the practice. They care about the quality of care they'll get and the results you can provide.   Second, open your practice with you as the sole service provider. Be prepared to wear many hats; be ready to chart and manage administrative tasks. Labor will be one of the highest expenses incurred once you begin hiring clinicians to see and treat patients.  Third, consider alternatives to a physical space such as a mobile, virtual, or home-based practice that allows you to make house calls or provide services at long-term facilities.  Fourth, consider having an aesthetic focus (botox, microneedling, etc.) to help reduce equipment costs. Lower overhead means greater profits. There's a misperception that healthcare practices are expensive to launch. If you keep overhead low and work lean, you can open for under $20,000.  Reinvest profits to see more growth.  Build your business and build tax deductions.  3 KEY POINTS: Start with a small practice or a small clinic.  Start with one or two clinicians. If you want to keep expenses low, be the sole clinician (initially) and then hire a part-time receptionist. Aesthetics services including botox, microneedling, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, IV therapy, ketamine therapy, and hormone replacement therapy are some services that don't require a lot of overhead in terms of equipment and supplies.  TWEETABLE QUOTES: “We all want overhead to be low because overhead eats into profit.” - Jason Duprat “There's a big misconception that all medical practices cost a fortune to get started.” - Jason Duprat RESOURCES: Rate and review the podcast: https://lovethepodcast.com/hea Subscribe and follow the podcast: https://followthepodcast.com/hea   #HealthcareEntrepreneurAcademy #healthcare #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #podcast #lowstartupcosts #launchyourpractice #reinvestprofits

Today we will have Joe Kramer, a West Point graduate, former Army officer, and the founder of Ruck On. Listen as he shares his exciting story and thoughts on how he has gone through the process to achieve success with his belief + action= results equation.    Episode Highlights: 3:33-  Doing your best and not just meeting the standards.  7:33- Taking advantage of the lock down and the modern economy to learn new skills.  8:11- The birth of Ruck On. 12:27- Joe's reflection about his successes in the past.  15:11- The Belief + Action= Result equation.  17:55- Reframing relationships and how Joe thought about failure.  19:16- Overcoming the fear of failing and doing things outside of your comfort zone.  24:13- The next big thing for Joe with Ruck On and the upcoming The Rucking Supply Drop.  3 Key Points: Start to visualize and believe. The goals that you have are the things that you can attain by making that reality.  Overcome fear of failure and go outside of your comfort zone. If it didn't work out, see what you could have done better.  Always do your personal best and not just based on someone else's metrics.    Quotes: “The equation Belief+Action=Results is my proof that when I believe something and put it into work, I can attain and make that reality. “-Joe Kramer. “I learned a lesson about always doing your best, like your personal best, and not based on someone else's metrics.”-Joe Kramer  “What's big for me is being okay with doing something that might be out of my comfort zone, getting positive or negative feedback, and not being afraid of failure.”-Joe Kramer  “Being an entrepreneur,  it's okay to try new things, if it didn't work out, move on and see what you could have done better. “ -Joe Kramer  FREE! - https://usvetwealth.com/veteran-wealth-secrets-book/ (Get the First 3 Chapters of Veteran Wealth Secrets) https://www.amazon.com/Veteran-Wealth-Secrets-Post-Military-Obtaining/dp/0578813203 (Buy Veteran Wealth Secrets on Amazon!)

Michael Hyatt: The Vision-Driven Leader Michael is the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Michael Hyatt & Company. He has scaled multiple companies over the years, including a $250M publishing company with 700+ employees and his own leadership development company that has grown over 60% year over year for the past 4 years. Under his leadership, Michael Hyatt & Company has been featured in the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing companies in America for three years in a row. He is also the author of several New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling books, including Platform*, Living Forward*, Your Best Year Ever*, and Free to Focus*. He enjoys The Double Win with his wife of 40+ years, five daughters, and nine grandchildren. He recently released his newest book: The Vision-Driven Leader: 10 Questions to Focus Your Efforts, Energize Your Team, and Scale Your Business*. In this conversation, Michael and I discuss where to start once you’ve created an initial vision. Michael invites us to engage those that don’t like change and take the time to listen. In addition, getting buy-in from your boss is essential — your vision should align with their goals and those of the organization. Key Points Start with your direct reports who don’t like change. Be quick to listen, slow to speak. Make the distinction between risky vs. stupid. Bosses don’t like surprises. You have to commit first. When I had a boss, I had a basic rule: Don’t take a swing unless I’m confident I’ll hit the ball. -Michael Hyatt Know your customer. Make sure the vision is helping your boss — and the organization — achieve their goals. Before you schedule a time to pitch your proposal, answer the question: how is my Vision Script going to help my boss achieve their goals? If you can’t answer that question, you’re not ready to make the pitch. -Michael Hyatt Anticipate the objections you’re likely to receive and be ready for them. Once you’ve got buy-in on a vision, stop. Don’t oversell it. When you’re starting to get tired of hearing yourself talk about the vision, that’s an indicator that you’re on the right track. Resources Mentioned Vision Driven Leader bonus resources Book Notes Download my highlights from The Vision-Driven Leader in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Get Noticed in a Noisy World, with Michael Hyatt (episode 40) How to Create a Vivid Vision, with Cameron Herold (episode 345) Embrace a Just Cause, with Simon Sinek (episode 473) How to Create Your Personal Vision (free membership required) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Michael Hyatt: The Vision-Driven Leader Michael is the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Michael Hyatt & Company. He has scaled multiple companies over the years, including a $250M publishing company with 700+ employees and his own leadership development company that has grown over 60% year over year for the past 4 years. Under his leadership, Michael Hyatt & Company has been featured in the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing companies in America for three years in a row. He is also the author of several New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling books, including Platform*, Living Forward*, Your Best Year Ever*, and Free to Focus*. He enjoys The Double Win with his wife of 40+ years, five daughters, and nine grandchildren. He recently released his newest book: The Vision-Driven Leader: 10 Questions to Focus Your Efforts, Energize Your Team, and Scale Your Business*. In this conversation, Michael and I discuss where to start once you’ve created an initial vision. Michael invites us to engage those that don’t like change and take the time to listen. In addition, getting buy-in from your boss is essential — your vision should align with their goals and those of the organization. Key Points Start with your direct reports who don’t like change. Be quick to listen, slow to speak. Make the distinction between risky vs. stupid. Bosses don’t like surprises. You have to commit first. When I had a boss, I had a basic rule: Don’t take a swing unless I’m confident I’ll hit the ball. -Michael Hyatt Know your customer. Make sure the vision is helping your boss — and the organization — achieve their goals. Before you schedule a time to pitch your proposal, answer the question: how is my Vision Script going to help my boss achieve their goals? If you can’t answer that question, you’re not ready to make the pitch. -Michael Hyatt Anticipate the objections you’re likely to receive and be ready for them. Once you’ve got buy-in on a vision, stop. Don’t oversell it. When you’re starting to get tired of hearing yourself talk about the vision, that’s an indicator that you’re on the right track. Resources Mentioned Vision Driven Leader bonus resources Book Notes Download my highlights from The Vision-Driven Leader in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Get Noticed in a Noisy World, with Michael Hyatt (episode 40) How to Create a Vivid Vision, with Cameron Herold (episode 345) Embrace a Just Cause, with Simon Sinek (episode 473) How to Create Your Personal Vision (free membership required) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

During this episode of the Lab Coat Agents Podcast, host Jeff Pfitzer speaks with John Moscillo, Founder of More GCI and GCI Academy, creator of Mega Agent Planner and the Agent Success Kit, and an 18-year real estate veteran. John guides us on how to set goals and create a plan to achieve them in 2020. This episode will help you break down the macro to micro and deliver simple strategies you can implement to achieve your goals.   Episode Highlights:  John began his career at a network engineer. He entered the real estate business in 2001.  When he began training other agents, he saw that many people were not running their businesses like businesses. He eventually found that he wanted to be working with people who were really in it. John breaks lead generation into four quadrants: Phone Calls, Networking, Online Strategy, and Traditional. Begin planning for 2020 with a personal budget. Then create a leisure budget. When you calculate how much money you need to make next year, that’s the macro goal. Make sure you pay your taxes! Plan on dividing your budget into 25% taxes, 20% business, 15% savings, and 40% personal. Get six months in the bank before you go buy a fancy car. Practice self-discipline so you’ll be ready for market shifts. The money you save is money you don’t need to make. You’ve got to know your numbers. Have 7-11 conversations about real estate per day. Businesses fail due to lack of business management experience. UPAD= Understand, Plan, Action, Discipline. Track your results through discipline. This creates accountability. Tracking goals also applies to your personal life. Jeff created his personal goals to show the people he leads what they are capable of and how you have to be disciplined to achieve your goals. John describes the process of quitting smoking. If you're new in business you should be on the phone or building relationships all day long. What are you good at? That's where the metamorphosis will happen.  Build out a community page or a community group on Facebook. The people who are doing things differently are seeing success. Stay in touch with your past clients. We all have a sphere of influence and should be using it. Know how much money you need to make. Know your big goals. Break that down to how many conversations you need to have per day. Make 5 calls to past clients, your sphere, and network partners daily. Write 5 handwritten note cards daily. Get 5 new introductions each week.  Have 10 two-way conversations about real estate every single day. 3 Key Points: Start your goal planning by creating a personal budget, a leisure budget, and a business budget. Focus on your big goal (the macro) but celebrate the small victories (the micro). Track your results and be disciplined in pursuing your goals. Resources Mentioned: LCA Marketing Center: LCAmarketingcenter.com Lab Coat Agents: LabCoatAgents.com John Moscillo Facebook, Instagram   GCI Academy The E Myth (book) The Millionaire Real Estate Agent (book) LCA Episode 27 with Nikki Klein  Connect with Lab Coat Agents: Lab Coat Agents on Facebook Lab Coat Agents on Twitter Lab Coat Agents on Instagram Lab Coat Agents Facebook Group  

Lee empowers women and gay men in the bedroom. She teaches people how to do an erotic massage on a man. She's grateful for her new life coach, Laura.    01:32 Is branding like how people see me?   01:39 Challenge: I don't know the name of my course. I only know the content. Played with "treating your man like a king." The Royal Treatment. Pamper Your Man Like a King. That kind of thing.    02:18 Toying with the idea of using a photograph of a naked man with women's hands on his body reaching for "the good stuff." With a crown covering him.    02:56 Brainstorm on ideas:   02:56 Sovereign touch   03:16 Question: Why would a man or woman use the service? What would they learn?    03:23 It's about empowering the woman. A lot of women don't feel proficient, sexually. Or at least that's who I'm catering to.    03:41 Increase intimacy.    03:52 The client is not the recipient?   03:52 Correct.   04:02 Suggestion: The whole king thing, that's not empowering.    04:12 When you treat your man like a king, he will treat you like a queen.    04:29 Suggestion: Kingdom Come?   04:59 Question: Are you catering just to couples or individuals, as well?    05:07 Couples is a good angle.    05:50 No module for men to practice on women. Has a referral in mind.    06:12 Suggestion: Run Facebook ads.   06:18 This won't fly on Facebook; it'll get shut down in five minutes.    06:31 Suggestion: No, just word it properly, you need market reflex to see who responds the most. Focus on either women, or gay guys, or couples. Then expand.    07:34 Suggestion: Let's hear more about the queen.    Key Points: Start narrow. Identify a group, focus on them. The name is everything. Run Facebook ads to get a market reflex. 

Singer songwriter Arlene Paculan is all about community. Whether it's through creating empowering arts events or sharing how artists overcome adversity, she understands the power of connection and shares that talent. We talk about her latest album Home With You and the various events she creates through Let's Make Good Productions. Episode Highlights We begin by talking about the music scene in Mississauga, Canada, and go on to discuss: Her involvement with local arts organizations and their impact on her career The genesis of Let's Make Good Productions Striving Artists and the creativity of success Questions to support overcoming adversity The balance of fans and haters and how to re-frame the hate Her preferred ways to promote events Bands she'll cross the (Canadian-U.S.) border for Understanding how different people process music 3 Key Points Start local. Create the foundation for your fan base in your own community, one person at a time. Hold strong to your self-belief. Don't let the comments of others pull you down. Create your own opportunities. Find new places to play. Volunteer. Get out there. Shareable Quotes “You have to have a name in your own community first. My mom taught me that. Her career is different to mine, but she was right.” Arlene Paculan on growing your audience “If we embody the truth of other people, how are we supposed to live our own lives?” Arlene Paculan Mentioned in this Episode Arlene Paculan Website  Our Lady Peace  Leave Me Alone (video)  Let's Make Good Productions Striving Artists on YouTube Marilyn Monroe Towers  Mississauga Music Awards  Shannon Butcher  Jill Barber Juno Fest  Evanescence Related Episodes Episode 96 – Making the Arts Accessible to All – Benoit Glazer, Timicua Arts Foundation Visit UnstarvingMusician.com for additional content related to this episode.

Singer songwriter Arlene Paculan is all about community. Whether it's through creating empowering arts events or sharing how artists overcome adversity, she understands the power of connection and shares that talent. We talk about her latest album Home With You and the various events she creates through Let's Make Good Productions. Episode Highlights We begin by talking about the music scene in Mississauga, Canada, and go on to discuss: Her involvement with local arts organizations and their impact on her career The genesis of Let's Make Good Productions Striving Artists and the creativity of success Questions to support overcoming adversity The balance of fans and haters and how to re-frame the hate Her preferred ways to promote events Bands she'll cross the (Canadian-U.S.) border for Understanding how different people process music 3 Key Points Start local. Create the foundation for your fan base in your own community, one person at a time. Hold strong to your self-belief. Don't let the comments of others pull you down. Create your own opportunities. Find new places to play. Volunteer. Get out there. Shareable Quotes “You have to have a name in your own community first. My mom taught me that. Her career is different to mine, but she was right.” Arlene Paculan on growing your audience “If we embody the truth of other people, how are we supposed to live our own lives?” Arlene Paculan Mentioned in this Episode Arlene Paculan Website  Our Lady Peace  Leave Me Alone (video)  Let's Make Good Productions Striving Artists on YouTube Marilyn Monroe Towers  Mississauga Music Awards  Shannon Butcher  Jill Barber Juno Fest  Evanescence Related Episodes Episode 96 – Making the Arts Accessible to All – Benoit Glazer, Timicua Arts Foundation Visit UnstarvingMusician.com for additional content related to this episode.

Our business partner today is Freshbooks Questions: I'm a successful aerospace engineer – and I can't take it anymore.  Dan, I earn over $100,000 yearly and I hate my job! I owe nearly $300,000 in college debt and I want to be the person where my cup is overflowing which allows me to freely give to others.  Dan, if I get career coaching and still don't get a job I want you to pay for it. Good News More questions Cliff Feightner poem: Is the job that you work a true callingOr on your family's desires are you fallingIs your working locationYour true vocationOr does your passion continue to be stalling Quotation: “Both poverty and riches are the offspring of thought.” Napoleon Hill  Tweet This Show Notes: Episode – 11-10-17 Title: N/A Subtitle: N/A Summary: Finding the right path is not easy, it's often a struggle that most people have to deal with. The problem is that it sometimes takes years before you realize you're on the wrong path and if you accumulate debt (like student loans) along the way, it can become a costly journey. Dan encourages you to take heart! To learn from your initial job experiences and discern what is best for you and your family. The choice is yours, and Dan provides listeners with advice to make the BEST and most informed decision possible. Sponsored By: FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to https://www.freshbooks.com/48days Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:04 – Preview of Today's Show on “Stop paying for low return college degrees!” I'm a successful aerospace engineer – and I can't take it anymore Dan, I earn over $100,000 yearly and I hate my job! I owe nearly $300,000 in college debt and I want to be the person where my cup is overflowing which allows me to freely give to others Dan, if I get career coaching and still don't get a job I want you to pay for it Good News Success Stories “Both poverty and riches are the offspring of thought.” – Napoleon Hill [spp-timestamp time=”02:15 “]– Check out the Monday Mentorship call at The 48 Days Eagles 02:33 – A poem from Cliff Feightner Is the job that you work a true calling Or on your family's desires are you falling Is your working location Your true vocation Or does your passion continue to be stalling [spp-timestamp time=”03:33″] – FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted, free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to https://www.freshbooks.com/48days [spp-timestamp time=”05:49″] – Brennon Jones loves cutting hair for the homeless 06:16 – Apart from the hair cut, he gives people food, clothing, and toiletries 06:33 – A stranger named Sean Johnson knew Brennon would have a hard time continuing throughout the winter, so he opened a new barber shop they can use [spp-timestamp time=”07:21 “]– A little girl writes to Google to ask for her dad's day off 07:57 – Her dad only gets Saturdays off and his birthday is on a Wednesday 08:08 – The senior manager wrote back that they're giving her dad the whole first week of July off for his birthday [spp-timestamp time=”08:53 “]– Taylor Swift finds a bullied teen online singing her songs 09:27 – The bullied teen started doing covers of Taylor's songs 09:38 – On November 1st, Taylor Swift liked his post and it progressed into an event of super fans gathering at her mansion in Rhode Island 10:39 – Dan shares about his neighbor whose siblings died unexpectedly and took the children as their own 11:30 – Rebecca says, I'm a successful aerospace engineer – and I can't take it anymore 13:34 – “You're on the right track” 13:41 – Dan is not assuming you'll have to leave your career in aerospace engineering 14:08 – Dan encourages you to explore your profession 14:37 – Working at an outdoors shop is doable, but it might NOT be necessary 15:09 – Look for “AND” solutions not “EITHER OR” 15:50 – Give yourself 90 days to explore the opportunities 16:08 – Allan says, Dan, I earn over $100,000 yearly and I hate my job! 17:07 – A lot of times, the primary value of the jobs we take in our earlier years is to discover what we DON'T want to do 17:25 – Be clear about your purpose and your why 18:06 – Get clear on what you're moving toward, not just what you're moving away from 18:25 – Dan shares Maslow's hierarchy of needs: Transcendence Self-Actualization Esteem Belonging Security Safety People tend to seek to fill the lower levels and then move up toward the top 19:30 – Stay at your job until you have a clear plan about what you're going to do next 20:02 – Address your needs in the lowest level first before moving up to address the next one 21:17 – Self-actualization comes from the quote, “What a man can be, he must be” 22:04 – Transcendence is the highest level of being, relating, and behaving 23:13 – Everybody looks for transcendence 24:35 – Aaron's note, I owe nearly $300,000 in college debt and I want to be the person where my cup is overflowing which allows me to freely give to others 26:59 – You have to stop accumulating school loans by discontinuing that second master's degree 27:27 – Get out of the military and start addressing this loan 28:06 – The Master's Degree in Theology is listed as #5 on the 8 degrees with the worst return on investment — military chaplains have an average income of $38K to $58K annually 29:05 – Your heart and head need to work together 29:34 – Dan shares a variety of examples of things you could do 32:16 – Dan was employable and could have gotten a position in the university, but he didn't because it wouldn't work for his family 33:27 – “We serve best from a full cup” 33:47 – “To keep doing great work, we can't be starving” 34:52 – Walking out of this situation is very possible with a strategic plan in place 35:33 – Loans are not easy to address 36:04 – As a farm kid, Dan grew up with the thinking that if he didn't have the money, he couldn't afford it 36:15 – Every step of the way, Dan funded his schooling with the work that he did 37:35 – Covering their expenses with the money they earned was the only option for Dan and his wife, Joanne 39:12 – Dan did work on a run-down house to make it a beautiful again in exchange for rent—they stayed there for two years [spp-timestamp time=”40:09 “]– To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan or email at askdan@48Days.com 40:40 – Brian says, Dan, if I get career coaching and still don't get a job, I want you to pay for it 42:34 – Dan already responded back giving advice for how to go about looking for a job 43:12 – Brian proposes that Dan pay for his coaching 43:53 – Dan is not accepting the challenge 44:05 – “There's a built-in incentive for you to not get a job” 44:12 – IF you get a job, Dan will pay for the coaching—two wins for you 45:03 – Dan is still committed to the idea that your age is NOT the issue in your ability to find a job 46:51 – Be confident that you can do whatever you need to and make a 10-year plan 47:15 – Dan closes today's podcast 3 Key Points: Start looking for “AND” solutions to find the best ways to solve the problems that you have. Be aware of when it's time for change—your mind and heart have to work together. Student loans can be eliminated by being creative in finding ways to pay it off. Resources Mentioned: To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan or email at askdan@48Days.com The 48 Days Eagles Apply now for membership. New members get a video from Dan and a free 48DaysEagles shirt! The podcast timestamps are now clickable. Just go to any 48 Days Podcast and click on the timestamp of your interest. You will instantly be taken to that portion of the audio podcast. FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to https://www.freshbooks.com/48days Our 48 Days Coaching Mastery Program: https://store.48days.com/products/coaching-mastery-program Amazon Merch Program provenamazoncourse.com/48days Credits: Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives The post Stop paying for low return degrees! appeared first on Official Site Dan Miller.

Key Points Start by developing habits that enable personal victory Achieve public victory by focusing on teamwork strategies Intentionally pursue balanced self-renewal to improve effectiveness   #1 Takeaway: Focus on the highly important but non-urgent priorities to increase personal effectiveness.   The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (Stephen Covey) - http://amzn.to/2wZKQ2i Never Eat Alone (Keith Ferrazzi) - http://amzn.to/2xhGVOF

Toni Ko, founder of NYX cosmetics and owner-founder of Perverse Sunglasses, worked as an employee (on an allowance) at her family’s cosmetics business from ages 13-25. Today on the EO Podcast, Toni discusses the challenges of working at her family’s shop as a teen and young adult but also how her experience there acted as a springboard to start NYX. Tune-in to learn how Toni handled the sale of her business after 15 years and what catalyzed her next business move.  Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:19 – Habits that make Toni a successful entrepreneur 00:33 – Having a routine is very important, especially in the morning for health and body care 01:27 – The book “From Good to Great” by James Collins inspires her and transformed her life 01:40 – Core values for NYX and Perverse are honesty and sticking to what you promise 02:18 – When she was little she’d volunteer for everything and was very enthusiastic 02:46 – She grew up in South Korea in a rural area; she’s a country girl 03:30 – Her family moved to the U.S. in 1986 (7th grade) 03:50 – She’s happy that she grew up in nature 04:22 – She had to learn a new language and culture, she had to be creative and hypersensitive of her surroundings to understand what was going on 05:20 – This hypersensitivity has helped her in business; she can pinpoint situations quickly 06:03 – The “gut-feeling” comes from the ability to analyze body language, energy 06:58 – Her family owned a small business selling cosmetics and she’d always work there 07:30 – She’d go to school and work at the store with customers, merchandise, POP; she experienced business from the point-of-view of an employee 08:20 – She started looking into how things could be done more efficiently 08:38 – Her older sister did her own thing and her brother, being a boy, was exempt 09:00 – She didn’t like being at the store all the time, her mom was the scariest person at the time 09:23 – Her mother was very strict: she couldn’t chew gum or sit down in the store 10:00 – There were fun moments, too; cleaning up, inventory, and displays were fun to do 10:30 – She worked with the family business until she was 25 years old and she lived at her parent’s house with an allowance 11:00 – This was normal to her; it’s a cultural thing 11:23 – She told her mom that she wasn’t going to work at the store anymore and was going to get a job 11:42 – She decided to start her own business with a loan from her mother and started it at 26 years old 12:10 – She birthed the idea out of need; she didn’t have money to spend on high-end cosmetics when she worked at the family store 12:44 – Her friends would buy department store products and she would buy drugstore products; she was embarrassed 13:35 – She knew some of the ins-and-outs of business, suppliers, and how the industry worked; she knew that high-end products were expensive due to $ spent on marketing 13:55 – Instead of spending on marketing, she wanted to put the money back into the product and depend on consumer’s word-of-mouth marketing 14:20 – She started a one-woman cosmetic company: she delivered, packed, designed, created invoices/orders, in a 600 square foot showroom 14:50 – In the first year, she sold $2 million worth of wholesale cosmetic pencils, which is $4 million in retail and she packed and delivered each box 15:27 – Her mother was her first client and she got the rest of her clients through word of mouth; people had never seen something of such quality at that low of a price point 16:00 – She made “sleek” packaging inspired by higher-end brands 17:00 – In 1999, when there was still a chain in business (wholesalers to retailers), even retailers wanted the product, not just drugstores 17:50 – She did a lot of tradeshows; they were the way to get your product in front of customers/suppliers during that time 18:16 – How it has changed since then 18:25 – She gets nostalgic thinking of trade shows, especially the ASDAMD show that would showcase mom-and-pop shops 19:10 – 10-15 years ago, the show was packed and now it is much emptier 19:40 – You have to adapt to the changes in business 20:01 – As she launches her new business for sunglasses she knows there’s 90 million millennials that shop on their mobile 20:46 – 90% of traffic comes from the mobile and this is important for e-commerce and when considering website design 21:30 – Only 18-20%(not exact) of business is done through e-commerce, the rest is still through brick and mortar businesses; retail isn’t dead 22:35 – Those who can be like a chameleon and adapt to change succeed and those who don’t, don’t 22:45 – How did Toni adapt with NYX? 22:55 – Organic growth and marketing 23:10 – In 2008 NYX got its big break with the market crash: People weren’t shopping at expensive stores and were buying drugstore makeup instead 24:00 – Once her product was purchased, they liked the quality and would repurchase 24:15 – In 2008 social media hadn’t boomed yet, but YouTubers were doing tutorials and “hauls” with NYX products 24:58 – Some companies resisted this change, but NYX embraced it and sent products to YouTubers to use, review, and blog about 25:27 – The jumbo eye pencil in white got very popular because YouTubers were using it as an eye shadow base to keep eye shadow on; it was the #2 bestselling item 27:10 – Struggles in business 27:30 – Everything was a struggle but it was all good 27:40 – You get into business knowing that there will be struggle 27:50 – No matter the size of the company, the headaches exist 28:16 – Why Toni sold her business 28:24 – She thought she was ready to retire; she was married to the company and after 15 years she felt that she needed to part from it 29:10 – Selling the company came down to who was going to pay the most, and L’Oréal bought it at auction 29:30 – The whole process took one year 29:50 – Feelings of unpreparedness when selling 30:03 – She was totally ready to sell; she started phasing herself out with a new CEO, CFO, and product developer so she wouldn’t have any doubts that it would continue to run smoothly 31:28 –She was miserable for 3 months after the sale, because the company felt like her identity and worth 32:10 – She’d wake up and not know what to do 32:30 – To get out of the slump she overcommitted herself to charities, boards, committees, foundations, meetings, and her real estate and investment company portfolios 33:12 – It was very artificial; she was just trying to fill the time 33:32 – Her true calling is in producing products, so she started Perverse, a sunglasses company 34:16 – After she sold the company, she got her wire transfer, said goodbye, drove herself home, felt like a deflated balloon, and slept for 14 hours straight 36:00 – Now she feels proud and happy with the decision, the brand, and the company’s direction 36:50 – She knows the brand will be revered globally 37:00 – Advice for her 26 year old self: “Just chill” 37:23 – Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs: Focus only on the goal, everything else is noise Key Points: Start your day with a mind and body wellness routine so that you are ready for a successful and productive day. Adapt to change and advancements within your market to avoid falling behind. Focus only on your goal, everything else is noise. Resources Mentioned: Entrepreneur's Organization – The EO Network “Good to Great” by James Collins NYX Cosmetics – Toni’s cosmetics company (sold) Perverse Sunglasses – Toni’s sunglasses company Visit www.Rubiks Cu.be, a new website dedicated to the puzzle cube. Try the online simulator, the solver, learn the easiest solution method and measure your solution times. To listen to more EO Wonder episodes as well as our other podcasts, head to EOPodcasts.com

I'm a Pastor and just got fired You might think there are still some jobs that are immune from firing, but I can't think of any.  Last week I talked to a “tenured” professor who just got fired and pastors are being fired in droves.  Even the President is constantly under threat of hearing his own phrase, “You're Fired.”  Your security is never in the job, but in knowing how your skills transfer to multiple organizations.  Other questions we discuss: How does one go through a career hunting process when they are very happy in their current career but are forced to make a change? How can I reinvent myself for a new career? Every job I see I don't meet the qualifications since I am just a customer service rep. I recently got fired.  Should I find another job as a pastor, get my PhD or what? “When it is dark enough, you can see the stars.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Tweet This “Is there a way to insureThat your job's safe and secureAre you going to bendWith every trendAnd successfully go around each detour”   Poem by Cliff Feightner Show Notes Episode – 05-26-17 Title: N/A Subtitle: N/A Summary: In this episode, Dan reminds us that there's no job that can provide the utmost certainty and security—no matter what industry or field. We exert so much energy into locking into a state of job security; perhaps what we need to do is invest in learning about our skills and the value we can offer to others. Listen as Dan shares numerous tips on how you can make use of your skills and resources; whether it's for the sake of reinventing yourself or leveraging the expertise and passions you already have. Sponsored By: Casper Mattresses – Use the code SleepYouLove to get $50 off any purchase and free shipping FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to https://www.freshbooks.com/48days Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:04 – Preview of Today's Show on “I'm a Pastor and just got fired” You might think there are still some jobs that are immune from firing, but I can't think of any. Last week I talked to a “tenured” professor who just got fired and pastors are being fired in droves. Even the President is constantly under threat of hearing his own phrase “You're Fired.” Your security is never in the job, but in knowing how your skills transfer to multiple organizations.” How does one go through a career hunting process when they are very happy in their current career but are forced to make a change? How can I reinvent myself for a new career? Every job I see I don't meet the qualifications since I am just a customer service rep I recently got fired. Should I find another job as a pastor, get my PhD or what? “When it is dark enough, you can see the stars.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson 03:15 – A poem from Cliff Feightner Is there a way to insure That your job's safe and secure Are you going to bend With every trend And successfully go around each detour 04:45 – Dan shares about a recommendation letter he received from a listener 05:58 – Send in your notes, letters, and questions to AskDan or askdan@48Days.com 06:15 – Try Logo Maker for $39 you can get your own logo! Simply put in your company details and within 15 seconds, you get hundreds of logo options 07:39 – Dan will not use it in 48 Days BUT for courses and ebooks 08:41 – Cliff Ravenscraft will is doing his first workshop on June 16th and 17th – Do You Want to Build A Business Around Podcasting? Register here 10:22 – 75% of podcasts have an interview format 11:10 – Question from Jack, How does one go through a career hunting process when they are very happy in their current career but are forced to make a change? 12:12 – Jack is not successful because he makes a lot of money but because he loves what he does and he has a great balance between the work that he loves, money, time with his family and hobbies 12:30 – Dan shares another quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson 13:19 – Dan talks about the breakfast he had this morning with people from Coaching with Excellence 14:10 – Start with what you know, love, and enjoy 14:22 – Start with what sets you apart and what you enjoy 15:25 – Dan talked about a lot of people who became successful in the things they love to do 16:17 – Steven says, How can I reinvent myself for a new career? 17:10 – You're on the right track! 17:36 – Position yourself as a chef in your catering business 17:50 – Use a functional resume instead of a chronological one 18:40 – Dan did a blog last week about boomerang workers 19:23 – There are a lot of companies who are re-hiring old employees who were let go because of leaner times 20:04 – If you left in good standing, you can be rehired 20:39 – Dan shares about a guy who left corporate America to be a coach 21:16 – The guy missed the “old days” 21:45 – Dan advised him to get a job 22:27 – Dan wants you to find out where you fit best—consider your options 22:46 – Rey asks, How important is it to have a foreword in a book? Would you consider doing a foreword in my new book, Game Changing Dads 23:41 – Multiple kinds of ways to start a book – foreword, preface, and introduction 24:38 – Dave Ramsey did the Foreword for 48 Days to the Work You Love 25:28 – Dan is willing to write your foreword 26:06 – The preface is written by the author but you don't need to have that 26:58 – Kim says, Every job I see I don't meet the qualifications since I am just a customer service rep 27:45 – Customer service covers a broad spectrum of work 28:08 – Identify what you do well 29:48 – Dan shares how Cliff Feightner, the one who made the poem for this week, is a customer service professional 30:12 – You could be an assistant 32:41 – Greg asks, Do you remember the site you recommended to callers who have tshirt ideas to see if there's a market before they make an investment? 32:58 – Dan recommends Zazzle 33:55 – Test your ideas 34:08 – Cottonable (Note: the link to this site is no longer viable July 30, 2018) and TeeHunter are also sites you can check out 35:20 – Billy says, I recently got fired. Should I find another job as a pastor, get my PhD or what? 41:10 – Dan loves your question 41:29 – Go get your PhD 41:51 – Recurring red flags on you becoming a pastor 42:20 – 1500 pastors are leaving per month 43:00 – Do something for discretionary income 43:48 – Hold your head high and make it happen on your own 45:00 – Dan got his masters degree without loans 45:26 – 2 lowest paid professions are pastor and teacher 46:19 – Develop an ebook on your area of specialty 47:28 – Dan talks about a couple of 48 days members from last week who make money from their specialties 48:55 – Ask questions on AskDan 48:57 – Dan closes today's podcast 3 Key Points: Start a business or a career with what you already know and love – there's no need to start from scratch. Know your options before you choose and choose the one that fits best. Identify what you do well! Each one of you has something great and unique to offer. Resources Mentioned: To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan The new 48 Days Eagles site – This is the best place for moving your career forward Make money and serve as a 48 Days Seminar Presenter Go to com/48Days and get a free audio of Zig Ziglar's See You at the Top! FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to https://www.freshbooks.com/48days Go to com/sleepyoulove AND use promo code – sleepyoulove – to save $50 off your purchase of the mattress Dan & Joanne love CES Conference with Jim Cockrum – for all online biz (I'll be there!) Coaching with Excellence – August 31-Sept 1, 2017 Credits: Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives The post I'm a Pastor and just got fired appeared first on Official Site Dan Miller.

Hello! This is Kunle Campbell of the 2X eCommerce Podcast Show...THE Podcast dedicated to Strategic Growth for Online Retailers. You, my listeners, either ask me questions on Twitter using the hashtag #2XeCommerce OR I teach you about specific MARKETING tactics geared to helping your sell more in your online store… ----------- Steps to solve a problem or get into something new 1. Read at 2-4 books on the subject 2. Build a virtual mastermind or round table of trusted experts (they don’t need to all meet at the same time) 3. Zero in on a few that you will work closely with 4. Expand to consultants, agencies or advisors to carry out specific actions 5. Seek insights from academic and rigorously researched sources. 6. Other sources of info: Q&A sites, YouTube, limited number of credible courses 7. I personally search through the iTunes podcast app for interviews and conversations   KEY POINTS: Start off with research paper below….end with ‘trusted advice’ (episode #8 on PPBP, energy & sports drinks business failure, Tyler Benedict) Start off with research paper below….end with ‘trusted advice’ (episode #8 on PPBP, energy & sports drinks business failure, Tyler Benedict)What to do when you have a problem / want to get into something new: What to do when you have a problem / want to get into something new: - don’t Google - don’t check social media - go to AMAZON and buy 3 books on the subject Before speaking with Advisors and Consultants: Importance getting no-strings-attached advice from someone that has done what you are looking to achieve Being part of a mastermind can help you connect with people that have done it before Consultants and Advisors: The extremes - the nasty coach vs. the YES man You are essentially looking for the truth You need to CUT OUT THE NOISE: Why most coaches selling courses on Facebook and YouTube are probably not right for you I personally search iTunes: iTunes search is still the most versatile app for searching podcast episode I have downloaded the Mixergy and EOFire apps to search through their archives Q & A sites like Quora and Reddit could offer pointers sites work but also know how to sniff out self-promotions and plugs The source of your information is critical - in business try to cite data academic sources and stats rigorously researched sources For marketing information, I believe networking is important for knowledge

In Episode #223, Eric and Neil discuss how to do an SEO to a tiny website that doesn't have any visitors or money. When starting with very little, it can a daunting task to draw people to your website. Tune in to find out that there is hope—there are small, tangible actions you can take to increase your traffic. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today's topic: How To Do SEO On a Tiny Website That Doesn't Have Any Visitors or Money 00:45 – As a tiny website, you can't compete with the big ones, so pick a niche 00:57 – Choose a niche that is not too broad 01:30 – Start with content 01:40 – Focus on content and start building relationships with people 02:13 – Make your content in-depth 02:30 – Apple and Google started small 03:00 – Take things slow and easy 03:17 – Don't focus on the number of pages, but quality 03:32 – When you have a detailed article, reach out with people in a similar niche 03:36 – Go to Ahrefs and put in your website's URL—it will tell you about your competition 04:20 – Growth Everywhere's affiliate link with Ahrefs 04:30 – Use BuzzSumo and Pitchbox for link outreach 04:53 – Use BuzzStream for link outreach 05:04 – Think of Wikipedia as inspiration 05:40 – Go to Single Grain to find the 1 million backlink studies they performed on AirBnb and Udemy 05:58 – That's it for today's episode! 3 Key Points: Start small – don't think about conquering the world. Pick a niche where you know you will do well. Create well-detailed content and do a link outreach – this will increase your visitors significantly. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu

In Episode #223, Eric and Neil discuss how to do an SEO to a tiny website that doesn’t have any visitors or money. When starting with very little, it can a daunting task to draw people to your website. Tune in to find out that there is hope—there are small, tangible actions you can take to increase your traffic. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: How To Do SEO On a Tiny Website That Doesn’t Have Any Visitors or Money 00:45 – As a tiny website, you can’t compete with the big ones, so pick a niche 00:57 – Choose a niche that is not too broad 01:30 – Start with content 01:40 – Focus on content and start building relationships with people 02:13 – Make your content in-depth 02:30 – Apple and Google started small 03:00 – Take things slow and easy 03:17 – Don’t focus on the number of pages, but quality 03:32 – When you have a detailed article, reach out with people in a similar niche 03:36 – Go to Ahrefs and put in your website’s URL—it will tell you about your competition 04:20 – Growth Everywhere’s affiliate link with Ahrefs 04:30 – Use BuzzSumo and Pitchbox for link outreach 04:53 – Use BuzzStream for link outreach 05:04 – Think of Wikipedia as inspiration 05:40 – Go to Single Grain to find the 1 million backlink studies they performed on AirBnb and Udemy 05:58 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Start small – don’t think about conquering the world. Pick a niche where you know you will do well. Create well-detailed content and do a link outreach – this will increase your visitors significantly. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu

Nely Galan is a Latina media mogul, author, teacher, entrepreneur, speaker, Emmy Award-winning producer, and savvy influencer. She is a quintessential maker and an advocate for gender parity. As a Cuban immigrant, Nely worked her way to the top as president of Telemundo’s entertainment division, producing over 700 episodes for TV in English and Spanish. Another claim to fame is that Nely was the first ever Latina to appear on NBC’s Celebrity Apprentice show with Donald Trump. Nely’s book, Self Made, is a NY Times bestseller about becoming empowered, self-reliant, and rich in every way. She also founded a nonprofit, The Adelante Movement, which trains other Latina women for entrepreneurship. Time Stamped Show Notes: (2:39) How Nely made the transition from working for someone else to “making moves” on her own (5:21) Overcoming the fear of making the leap into entrepreneurship (7:23) The value of side hustles (9:08) Cultivating the “self-made” mindset   (10:44) Nely’s experience and lessons learned from Donald Trump and Celebrity Apprentice   (15:16) Self Made: a new way to define success for women--through the book, the concept, and the movement (19:35) A self-made woman that has inspired Nely? All the women who turn pain into profit (22:45) Engaging your entrepreneurial muscle, beginning with ONE hour each week (25:51) Nely’s advice to other women? “There is hidden money in America for all of us, especially for diverse women who start businesses.” (29:00) Take baby steps every day, work because you WANT to, and find choices and freedom within the money you make (30:20) How to find out more about Nely, her endeavors, and her resources online Key Points: Start incubating your idea while you still have a job To be successful, you are going to be afraid and you WILL fail If you listen to what everyone else says, then you’re not SELF MADE There is no Prince Charming and no one is coming to save you; self-reliance is the key Have a vision and take baby steps, beginning with ONE hour each week Resources: Self Made by Nely Galan www.nelygalan.com www.becomingselfmade.com www.theadelantemovement.com

In Episode #154, Eric and Neil teach entrepreneurs how to get started with Faceboook Ads. Facebook Ads have proven to be a really effective tool to grow conversion and traffic. Business owners are now able to customize more of their ads on this platform without needing to be technical. Listen as Neil and Eric provide you with great advice on how to get started with Facebook Ads. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today's topic: How to Get Started with Facebook Ads 00:48 – Boosting your posts 01:04 – Digital Marketer's Podcast episode on boosting posts has in-depth information on the topic 01:18 – Boost what gets people engaged or what you want 01:34 – Boosting does NOT have to be expensive 01:54 – Neil loves to spend on page likes 02:14 – Spending money on likes is like building your own platform 02:37 – Targeting your audience on geographic location, interests, etc. doesn't work well unless you have an email list similar to it 03:22 – Build lookalike audiences 03:40 – Use Google Tag Manager to set your pixels 04:37 – Don't do complex stuff just yet 04:47 – FIRST, use Facebook traffic for brand awareness 05:24 – AdEspresso has ads templates which you can pull ideas from 05:48 – HelloBar is a tool you can use to collect more page likes 05:51 – That's it for today's episode! 3 Key Points: Start with the simple ads and prove its effectivity BEFORE trying out complex ones. Do NOT forget to set-up yours pixels, first. Facebook ads can be used for different purposes – not just for conversions. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu

In Episode #154, Eric and Neil teach entrepreneurs how to get started with Faceboook Ads. Facebook Ads have proven to be a really effective tool to grow conversion and traffic. Business owners are now able to customize more of their ads on this platform without needing to be technical. Listen as Neil and Eric provide you with great advice on how to get started with Facebook Ads. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: How to Get Started with Facebook Ads 00:48 – Boosting your posts 01:04 – Digital Marketer’s Podcast episode on boosting posts has in-depth information on the topic 01:18 – Boost what gets people engaged or what you want 01:34 – Boosting does NOT have to be expensive 01:54 – Neil loves to spend on page likes 02:14 – Spending money on likes is like building your own platform 02:37 – Targeting your audience on geographic location, interests, etc. doesn’t work well unless you have an email list similar to it 03:22 – Build lookalike audiences 03:40 – Use Google Tag Manager to set your pixels 04:37 – Don’t do complex stuff just yet 04:47 – FIRST, use Facebook traffic for brand awareness 05:24 – AdEspresso has ads templates which you can pull ideas from 05:48 – HelloBar is a tool you can use to collect more page likes 05:51 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Start with the simple ads and prove its effectivity BEFORE trying out complex ones. Do NOT forget to set-up yours pixels, first. Facebook ads can be used for different purposes – not just for conversions. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu

In Episode #139, Eric and Neil talk about how you can create a culture of testing for your business. How important is testing for your business and product? Listen as Eric and Neil discuss from their experiences the benefits of continual testing, the tools you can use to help you, and why teamwork plays a huge role in creating this culture of testing that makes your business better. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: How to Create a Culture of Testing 00:32 – Most companies have no real process for testing their business 00:44 – You have to create a testing process 01:00 – Have at least a project management tool like MS Excel, Trello or GrowthHackers Projects 01:53 – Check out Sean Ellis’ videos online 02:04 – Group people from different departments into teams so you can test the product internally 03:01 – Let members submit their ideas on how they can grow the company faster 04:09 – Experimenting is only a failure if you have no hypothesis—but, if you learn something, it’s a success 04:54 – Check out Amazon’s Two Pizza Team 05:39 – Create dashboards for your departments that show stats and data from tests that are continually happening with your product 06:45 – Test at least once per week 07:05 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Start building a culture of testing by creating a process within your company. Involve your employees in the process and create an atmosphere that allows them to share their ideas. Think about your hypothesis BEFORE you run an experiment to get the most out of the process. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu

In Episode #139, Eric and Neil talk about how you can create a culture of testing for your business. How important is testing for your business and product? Listen as Eric and Neil discuss from their experiences the benefits of continual testing, the tools you can use to help you, and why teamwork plays a huge role in creating this culture of testing that makes your business better. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today's topic: How to Create a Culture of Testing 00:32 – Most companies have no real process for testing their business 00:44 – You have to create a testing process 01:00 – Have at least a project management tool like MS Excel, Trello or GrowthHackers Projects 01:53 – Check out Sean Ellis' videos online 02:04 – Group people from different departments into teams so you can test the product internally 03:01 – Let members submit their ideas on how they can grow the company faster 04:09 – Experimenting is only a failure if you have no hypothesis—but, if you learn something, it's a success 04:54 – Check out Amazon's Two Pizza Team 05:39 – Create dashboards for your departments that show stats and data from tests that are continually happening with your product 06:45 – Test at least once per week 07:05 – That's it for today's episode! 3 Key Points: Start building a culture of testing by creating a process within your company. Involve your employees in the process and create an atmosphere that allows them to share their ideas. Think about your hypothesis BEFORE you run an experiment to get the most out of the process. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu

In Episode #64 Eric and Neil talk about marketing tactics for entrepreneurs just getting started. Listen as they highlight free, easy-to-implement tools, the importance of knowing your strengths, and why your initial entrepreneurial marketing efforts need to focus exclusively on one area or offer. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today's Topic: Marketing tactics for entrepreneurs just getting started 00:55 – Start with a blog 01:36 – Look for stuff to give away for FREE 01:40 – Use content and social media 01:49 – Know your strengths 01:58 – Organic vs Paid 02:18 – Pick tactics that will compliment your skills 02:28 – Take the concepts and test them out 03:08 – Airbnb as an example 04:01 – Driving people from Facebook 04:16 – Built relationships with people 05:07 – Focus on one area first 05:38 – Consider your website 06:14 – Make sure to cover the basics 06:18 – Start with Google Analytics 07:15 – Don't set up yourself to fail 07:32 – Leadpages 08:17 – Look at Google tag manager 08:41 – The Measure School on Youtube 09:10 – That's it for today's episode! 3 Key Points: Start a blog so you can easily distribute valuable content for free. Look at your skill sets—chose an avenue that naturally complements those skills. Don't try all marketing tools and techniques at once—focus one thing first. Resources Mentioned: Airbnb – Company that Neil set as an example Facebook –Social media platform where you can drive audience from Google Analytics – A tool you can use to track your website's performance Leadpages – Tool to design your landing page Measure School – Where you can get information on tracking with Google Analytics Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu

In Episode #64 Eric and Neil talk about marketing tactics for entrepreneurs just getting started. Listen as they highlight free, easy-to-implement tools, the importance of knowing your strengths, and why your initial entrepreneurial marketing efforts need to focus exclusively on one area or offer. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s Topic: Marketing tactics for entrepreneurs just getting started 00:55 – Start with a blog 01:36 – Look for stuff to give away for FREE 01:40 – Use content and social media 01:49 – Know your strengths 01:58 – Organic vs Paid 02:18 – Pick tactics that will compliment your skills 02:28 – Take the concepts and test them out 03:08 – Airbnb as an example 04:01 – Driving people from Facebook 04:16 – Built relationships with people 05:07 – Focus on one area first 05:38 – Consider your website 06:14 – Make sure to cover the basics 06:18 – Start with Google Analytics 07:15 – Don’t set up yourself to fail 07:32 – Leadpages 08:17 – Look at Google tag manager 08:41 – The Measure School on Youtube 09:10 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Start a blog so you can easily distribute valuable content for free. Look at your skill sets—chose an avenue that naturally complements those skills. Don’t try all marketing tools and techniques at once—focus one thing first. Resources Mentioned: Airbnb – Company that Neil set as an example Facebook –Social media platform where you can drive audience from Google Analytics – A tool you can use to track your website’s performance Leadpages – Tool to design your landing page Measure School – Where you can get information on tracking with Google Analytics Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu

Joe Apfelbaum of Ajax Union. Joe has had several successful six-figure businesses, and Ajax Union is no exception. The company did $4 million last year, and they have plans to hit $6 million for revenue this year. Take a few notes from Joe’s playbook and take your own business to six-figure success. Famous Five:   Favorite Book? - Think and Grow Rich, Traction, and The Miracle Morning. Getting Things Done What CEO do you follow? — Tony Robbins Favorite online tool? — Google Docs, Trello and MailChimp Do you get 8 hours of sleep? — I sleep when I’m comfortable. Last night I got 9 hours of sleep If you could let your 20 year old self know one thing, what would it be? – The importance of reading and studying books. Relationships matter.   Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:40 – Nathan introduces Joe 02:35 – Joe just had his fifth kid 02:55 – Ajax Union was not his first six-figure business 03:30 – It started as a side gig 04:05 – They did $500000 in revenue in 2009 04:25 – 2015 revenue was $4 million 04:45 – They shifted to focusing on their bottom line 05:00 – Revenue per client is $10000 05:15 – A focus on giving better service, not bringing in more clients 05:25 – 20 employees 05:55 – Their goal for 2016 is 6 million 06:10 – Bottom-line margins were small in 2015 06:35 – He wanted to run a smaller business and lose less money 07:15 – The underlying cause of a lifestyle business 07:35 – Paying himself well and living a good life 08:00 – Take-home income was over $200k 08:50 – First year revenue was $500000 09:15 – Paid on a retainer basis 10:25 – Unparalleled marketing support 10:45 – Churn is irrelevant for this stage of the company 11:20 – They turn down clients. 11:35 – A focus on bottom-line growth this year 11:55 – Working with Jacobtime 12:30 – Joe is a killer marketer! 13:00 – Taking stable businesses and helping them take off 13:30 – An investor put in $1 million 14:05 – They wanted the partnership 14:45 – Valuation for his company was very good 15:30 – An angel investment 15:45 – Profit sharing 16:15 – His podcast, CEO Mojo 16:30 – Doing weekly interviews and figuring out the obstacles of getting to having six-figure businesses 17:10 – A goal to grow a database of content 17:25 – In the process of writing a book based on that content and creating courses 18:30 – The true value of documenting the stories of entrepreneurs 19:00 – He wants people to see that success in your business, life, and family is possible. 20:00 – People can follow Joe at Facebook.com/joeapfelbaum and on LinkedIn 20:20 – Snapchat and Instagram 22:30 – The Famous Five   3 Key Points: Start your business as a side gig, and make the transition to owning your own business easier. Create a lifestyle business that gives you more freedom to live a happy life. Focus on the quality of the service you are providing before you start drawing in more customers.      Resources Mentioned: Host Gator – The site Nathan uses to buy his domain names and hosting for cheapest price possible. Freshbooks - The site Nathan uses to manage his invoices and accounts. Leadpages  – The drag and drop tool Nathan uses to quickly create his webinar landing pages which convert at 35%+ Audible – Nathan uses Audible when he's driving from Austin to San Antonio (1.5 hour drive) to listen to audio books. Toptal – Great for business people to start building their app Think and Grow Rich, Traction, The Miracle Morning and Getting Things Done – Wherever you’re at with your life or your business, one of these books will be right for you! Google Docs, Trello, and MailChimp – Joe’s favorite online tools CEO Mojo – Follow Joe’s podcast to hear the stories of successful six-figure entrepreneurs Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives  

Chris Evans, cofounder of Traffic and Funnels. Surrounded by incredible entrepreneurs, Chris decided that it was his time to build a success empire. His business Traffic and Funnels has taken a smart approach to business: They have focused on their strengths to get revenue, and now they are ready to expand. Famous Five: Favorite Book? – King Icahn What CEO do you follow? — Trump and Zuckerberg Favorite online tool? — Slack Do you get 8 hours of sleep? — Yes If you could let your 20 year old self know one thing, what would it be? – Find and invest in a mentor Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:35 – Nathan introduces Chris 01:55 – Chris worked with a lot of amazing entrepreneurs and decided to build his own empire 02:40 – He helps experts built client acquisition systems 03:00 – 1 $5500 product, and an upsell 03:25 – Traffic and Funnels is a slick website 03:40 – The numbers 03:50 -- $660000 in revenue for 2016 so far 04:30 – The problem with paid marketing 04:50 – Understanding the market and validating the product 05:15 – The biggest mistake is not understanding that market. 05:40 – The higher value products had a larger margin for error 06:00 – Cost to acquire a client is $400 to $700 06:15 – Solid revenue goals 06:40 – Advice for the info-product space 07:00 – Have clarity 07:30 – You need a target and a specialization 07:50 – Track your numbers and know what you need to break even 08:00 – How do you think about stages for scaling? 08:25 – The revenue must keep up with the spending. 08:50 – Know your business model and your plan. 09:10 – Work your way backwards. 09:25 – Take out any emotion. 09:45 – An evergreen business 10:00 – A launch-style business is more stressful up front 10:20 – You have to be smart and build credibility. 10:50 – Why this model? 11:10 – To build up a kiddy and launch their own evergreen info product 11:35 – Starting with their biggest strength 11:45 – Building stability and growing 12:10 – Taking on more employees does not scare him. 12:30 – They can get through adversity. 12:44 – Go to trafficandfunnels.com and Facebook.com/chrisaevans 14:55 – The Famous Five 3 Key Points: Start with your biggest strength until your business has stability. Create a plan and work your way backwards. Understand the market and validate your product. Resources Mentioned: Host Gator – The site Nathan uses to buy his domain names and hosting for cheapest price possible. Freshbooks - The site Nathan uses to manage his invoices and accounts. Leadpages – The drag and drop tool Nathan uses to quickly create his webinar landing pages which convert at 35%+ Audible – Nathan uses Audible when he's driving from Austin to San Antonio (1.5 hour drive) to listen to audio books. King Ichahn - Chris’ favorite business book Slack – Chris’ favorite online tool Toptal – Great for people to get access to software developers Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives

In Episode #19 Eric and Neil give you the ins and outs of marketing your consulting company. From when you're first starting out to when you have a more stable revenue, they'll teach you the best tactics to get more leads fast. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – How to market a consulting company 00:55 – Blogging to get more traffic 01:28 – Content marketing is the number-one channel for leads 01:40 – In the beginning, you need to generate revenue as quick as possible. 01:50 – Identifying your ideal clients 02:15 – Finding the smaller companies, and showing them how they can improve 03:00 – Sending that info out to multiple employees and their investors 03:50 – Do the things most people aren't willing to do 04:00 – Using webinars once you have money coming in 04:37 – Creating a tool 05:20 – Associating yourself with the biggest brands 06:25 – Podcasting can lead to business opportunities 07:15 – Using videos to show how you analyze websites 08:15 – Specialization 08:30 – Find a niche for your company 09:15 – See you at our next episode! 3 Key Points: Start with content marketing. Do the things that most people aren't willing to do so that you can get your foot in the door. Offer free tools and videos to help people see the value that you are providing. Resources Mentioned: N/A Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu

In Episode #19 Eric and Neil give you the ins and outs of marketing your consulting company. From when you’re first starting out to when you have a more stable revenue, they’ll teach you the best tactics to get more leads fast. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – How to market a consulting company 00:55 – Blogging to get more traffic 01:28 – Content marketing is the number-one channel for leads 01:40 – In the beginning, you need to generate revenue as quick as possible. 01:50 – Identifying your ideal clients 02:15 – Finding the smaller companies, and showing them how they can improve 03:00 – Sending that info out to multiple employees and their investors 03:50 – Do the things most people aren’t willing to do 04:00 – Using webinars once you have money coming in 04:37 – Creating a tool 05:20 – Associating yourself with the biggest brands 06:25 – Podcasting can lead to business opportunities 07:15 – Using videos to show how you analyze websites 08:15 – Specialization 08:30 – Find a niche for your company 09:15 – See you at our next episode! 3 Key Points: Start with content marketing. Do the things that most people aren’t willing to do so that you can get your foot in the door. Offer free tools and videos to help people see the value that you are providing. Resources Mentioned: N/A Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu

Kenneth Lee, founder of TravelFlan. Kenneth has a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering and has developed a business that makes travelling easier. TravelFlan has partnered with major airlines as well as thousands of individual customers to give them a personal digital travelling assistant. Famous 5: Favorite Book? – Zero to One What CEO do you follow? — Elon Musk Favorite online tool? — Evernote Do you get 8 hours of sleep?—No If you could let your 20 year old self know one thing, what would it be? — Quit school faster. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:10 – Nathan introduces Kenneth 01:30 – TravelFlan 01:55 – Customers pay on average $15 02:30 – Three sources of revenue 03:05 – History of the business 03:30 – He and his partner loved to travel 04:14 – First-year revenue in 2015 $120k 04:50 – They have a free service and a premium service 05:15 – 2000 customers 05:25 – May 2016 revenue from commissions from airlines was $25k 06:00 – Two large airlines use their data 06:30 – May total revenue was $50k 06:55 – Fundraising 07:30 -- $5 Million valuation 07:40 – Most of the team is in Asia 08:25 – Churn is not as applicable in this type of business 09:30 – Customer acquisition 09:57 – Team of 11 people 10:10 – travelflan.com or Kenneth.lee@travelflan.com 23:40 -- The Famous Five 3 Key Points: Start with a very focused business and then expand as you see success. If you have a good idea, pursue it immediately. Find different ways to make revenue. Resources Mentioned: Host Gator – The site Nathan uses to buy his domain names and hosting for cheapest price possible. Freshbooks - The site Nathan uses to manage his invoices and accounts. Leadpages – The drag and drop tool Nathan uses to quickly create his webinar landing pages which convert at 35%+ Audible – Nathan uses Audible when he's driving from Austin to San Antonio (1.5 hour drive) to listen to audio books. Evernote – Kenneth’s favorite online tool Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives

Amit Kothari. He spent ten years in London dealing with some of the largest companies and organizations in the world and helping them with collaboration technology. After seeing a lot of failures in that industry, he realized he needed a very structured process with unstructured, human conversations to make his business succeed. Famous 5: Favorite Book? – The Innovator’s Dilemma What CEO do you follow? — Jack Welch and Warren Buffett Favorite online tool? — DropBox, Xero Do you get 8 hours of sleep?—Yes If you could let your 20 year old self know one thing, what would it be? — “Never confuse movement with action.” –Hemingway Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:10 – Nathan introduces Amit 01:45 – Tallyfy 02:05 – The company’s program helps remove routine processes throughout the day 02:30 – They started in Chili with a grant in 2014 03:00 – Then they got a grant from the US 03:30 – First year had no revenue 03:45 – $300k in 2015, with $600k total 04:15 – Paying customers 04:50 -- $39/month is the average that customers pay 05:15 – Monthly revenue 06:00 – They have several different services and processes 06:35 – Pure MRR in April -- $4000 07:10 -- Professional services is a huge chunk of revenue 08:20 – Starting out with professional services brings in a lot of revenue 08:50 – Team size is 5, with a few freelancers 09:05 – Total capital $500000 10:10 – Amit and his wife are cofounders 10:25 – They have a rule to stop talking about work after 6 pm 11:00 – They believe in their business 11:45 -- tallyfy.com and @tallyfy on Twitter 12:00 – Consistency is the secret to a growing company’s success 14:20 – The Famous Five 3 Key Points: Start a business that you believe in. Look for grants and funding opportunities. If you want to scale your business, you have to put effort into consistency. Resources Mentioned: Host Gator – The site Nathan uses to buy his domain names and hosting for cheapest price possible. Freshbooks - The site Nathan uses to manage his invoices and accounts. Leadpages – The drag and drop tool Nathan uses to quickly create his webinar landing pages which convert at 35%+ Audible – Nathan uses Audible when he's driving from Austin to San Antonio (1.5 hour drive) to listen to audio books. The Innovator’s Dilemma – Amit’s favorite business book DropBox – One of Amit’s favorite online tools, that allows businesses to share files online Xero – Online accounting tool Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives

Amit Kothari. He spent ten years in London dealing with some of the largest companies and organizations in the world and helping them with collaboration technology. After seeing a lot of failures in that industry, he realized he needed a very structured process with unstructured, human conversations to make his business succeed. Famous 5:   Favorite Book? – The Innovator’s Dilemma What CEO do you follow? — Jack Welch and Warren Buffett Favorite online tool? — DropBox, Xero Do you get 8 hours of sleep?—Yes If you could let your 20 year old self know one thing, what would it be? — “Never confuse movement with action.” –Hemingway   Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:10 – Nathan introduces Amit 01:45 – Tallyfy 02:05 – The company’s program helps remove routine processes throughout the day 02:30 – They started in Chili with a grant in 2014 03:00 – Then they got a grant from the US 03:30 – First year had no revenue 03:45 – $300k in 2015, with $600k total 04:15 – Paying customers 04:50 -- $39/month is the average that customers pay 05:15 – Monthly revenue 06:00 – They have several different services and processes 06:35 – Pure MRR in April -- $4000 07:10 -- Professional services is a huge chunk of revenue 08:20 – Starting out with professional services brings in a lot of revenue 08:50 – Team size is 5, with a few freelancers 09:05 – Total capital $500000 10:10 – Amit and his wife are cofounders 10:25 – They have a rule to stop talking about work after 6 pm 11:00 – They believe in their business 11:45 -- tallyfy.com and @tallyfy on Twitter 12:00 – Consistency is the secret to a growing company’s success 14:20 – The Famous Five 3 Key Points: Start a business that you believe in. Look for grants and funding opportunities. If you want to scale your business, you have to put effort into consistency. Resources Mentioned: Host Gator – The site Nathan uses to buy his domain names and hosting for cheapest price possible. Freshbooks - The site Nathan uses to manage his invoices and accounts. Leadpages  – The drag and drop tool Nathan uses to quickly create his webinar landing pages which convert at 35%+ Audible – Nathan uses Audible when he's driving from Austin to San Antonio (1.5 hour drive) to listen to audio books. The Innovator’s Dilemma – Amit’s favorite business book DropBox – One of Amit’s favorite online tools, that allows businesses to share files online Xero – Online accounting tool Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives

Preston Lee, the founder of Millo. He’s making $8,000 per month from a website and newsletter that started as a side project. Millo is a business resource and newsletter for creative entrepreneurs. Preston’s built an incredibly engaged community and a list that actually thanks him for sending out sponsored emails. Listen in to hear how to make sponsorship deals that your audience love, how to build revenue from a side project, and why it’s important to think like a business from the start. Famous 5: Favorite Book? – The $100 Startup What CEO do you follow? — Ben Chestnut Favourite online tool? — Trello Do you get 8 hours of sleep?— No If you could let your 20 year old self know one thing, what would it be? — How to think more like a business Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:07 – Nathan’s introduction 01:40 – Welcoming Preston to the show 01:43 – Millo is a blog and a newsletter for people who are interested in becoming entrepreneurs, freelancers, or creators 02:30 – Email list of about 30k, and a high level of engagement 03:10 – In 2009, Millo started as a graphic design blog, Graphic Design Blender 03:35 – In the first few years, made less than $500 per month 04:00 – In the last few years, pivoted to become a sponsor-based business that makes around $8k per month 04:50 – Highly tailored sponsorship packages 05:05 – Between 3 and 7 sponsors per month 05:24 – Design Cuts is a long-term sponsor 06:08 – Send out dedicated emails advertising Design Cuts bundles 06:33 – Millo is a side project for Preston and he’s happy with that 07:11 – “Right now it’s a very exciting side project” 07:35 – Lowest sponsorship package is $400 per month; highest is $1850 08:55 – If Nathan wanted to work with Preston, what could he do? 09:51 – The Freelance Report is a side project in the Millo newsletter 10:51 – Preston’s full-time job is content marketing for a magazine website 11:13 – Connect with Preston on Twitter 12:52 – The Famous Five 3 Key Points: Start side projects and things that you love. You never know what opportunities content will lead to. Once you’ve built an audience, you can build a business. Think like a business. Focus will connect you to opportunities. Resources Mentioned: Host Gator – The site Nathan uses to buy his domain names and hosting for cheapest price possible. Freshbooks - The site Nathan uses to manage his invoices and accounts. Leadpages – The drag and drop tool Nathan uses to quickly create his webinar landing pages which convert at 35%+ Audible – Nathan uses Audible when he's driving from Austin to San Antonio (1.5 hour drive) to listen to audio books. Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives  

Olivier Pailhes, the CEO of Aircall.io, an app that lets you buy one or several phone numbers across the world, add teammates to your dashboard, and place & receive calls on existing devices. Listen as Nathan and Olivier discuss the importance of clearly outlining equity splits, and the importance of starting a business at young rather than old age. Time Stamped Show Notes:01:01 – Nathan’s introduction 01:23 – Welcoming Olivier to the show01:29 – Based in Paris01:42 – Worked for years in Strategy Consulting03:03 – What Aircall does04:57 – The conversation surrounding splitting equity06:19 – How much of the business Olivier still owns06:35 – Aircall charges per month and per seat07:08 – 2015 revenue08:08 – Finding new customers09:10 – The average customer pays $100 per month09:27 – Talking gross retention10:40 – Negative churn11:12 – Customer acquisition cost 13:01 – Sales Call Center is only 6 people15:00 – Aircall’s main goal is to secure a few HUGE customers15:40 – Want to grow revenue number by 5x per year16:05 – www.Aircall.io Famous 5Favorite Book? – Predictable RevenueWhat CEO do you follow?— Jorn Lyseggen What is your favorite online tool?— SlackDo you get 8 hours of sleep?— NoIf you could let your 20 year old self know one thing, what would it be?—Just start building your company—don’t waste time, don’t take the “classical path” 3 Key Points:Start building your dream TODAY.Have clear conversations when it comes to splitting equity.Don’t worry about 8 hours of sleep—you can adapt. Resources Mentioned:Edgar – Nathan uses Edgar instead of other scheduling tools for Twitter because Edgar cycles through content over and over (buffer/others you have to re-input content over and over – time consuming). In the last several months, Edgar has driven Nathan over 3728 clicks that he didn’t have to work or pay for.Host Gator - Powerful web hosting made easy and affordable.Predictable Revenue – Olivier’s favorite bookJorn Lyseggen – The CEO Olivier adoresSlack – The online tool Olivier can’t live without     Listen to The Top if you want to hear from the worlds TOP entrepreneurs on how much they sold last month, how they are selling it, and what they are selling - 7 days a week in 20 minute interviews! Join the Top Tribe at http://NathanLatka.com/TheTop The Top is FOR YOU if you are: A STUDENT who wants to become the CEO of a $10m company in under 24 months (episode #4) STUCK in the CORPORATE grind and looking to create a $10k/mo side business so you can quit (episode #7) An influencer or BLOGGER who wants to make $27k/mo in monthly RECURRING revenue to have the life you want and full CONTROL (episode #1) The Software as a Service (SaaS) entrepreneur who wants to grow to a $100m+ valuation (episode #14). Your host, Nathan Latka is a 25 year old software entrepreneur who has driven over $4.5 million in revenue and built a 25 person team as he dropped out of school, raised $2.5million from a Forbes Billionaire, and attracted over 10,000 paying customers from 160+ different countries.   Oprah gets 60 minutes or more to make her guests comfortable to then ask tough questions. Nathan does it all in less than 15 minutes in this daily podcast that's like an audio version of Pat Flynn's monthly income report. Join the Top Tribe at http://NathanLatka.com/TheTop