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Today, I'm talking with Noah Kagan. Noah's an entrepreneur, author, and the founder and CEO of AppSumo. His journey in the tech industry began with roles at Intel, Facebook (where he was the 30th employee), and Mint.com, but it was his entrepreneurial ventures that truly defined his career. Despite some initial setbacks and ventures that didn't pan out, Noah's persistence led to the creation of AppSumo in 2010, aiming to democratize access to software for entrepreneurs. Today, he's not just the guy behind AppSumo, but also an influential figure in the startup community, sharing his knowledge through his podcast, YouTube channel, and the OKdork blog. In this episode, Noah shares insights from his new book, Million Dollar Weekend: The Surprisingly Simple Way to Launch a 7-Figure Business in 48 Hours – and provides a step-by-step guide for anyone looking to test the waters with their idea.Noah's big on that first step - which is almost always the most difficult one, yet the most rewarding. He dives into practical tips on how to find your first customer and why talent is not required to be a successful entrepreneur. Instead, it's about rolling up your sleeves, learning from bumps along the way, and getting better as you go.In this episode, you'll learn:✅ Why playing it safe and is riskier than you think.✅ Noah's inspiring journey from being fired from Facebook and Mint.com to building one of the top software marketplaces in the world. ✅ Why every BIG business starts with a single customer – and practical tips for identifying and validating your business idea and attracting your first customer in 48 hours. Free GiftGet Noah's The Ultimate Million Dollar Weekend Resource Guide! Visit LifestyleInvestor.com/174Show Notes: LifestyleInvestor.com/174Tax Strategy MasterclassIf you're interested in learning more about Tax Strategy and how YOU can apply 28 of the best, most effective strategies right away, check out our BRAND NEW Tax Strategy Masterclass: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/taxStrategy Session For a limited time, my team is hosting free, personalized consultation calls to learn more about your goals and determine which of our courses or masterminds will get you to the next level. To book your free session, visit LifestyleInvestor.com/consultationThe Lifestyle Investor InsiderJoin The Lifestyle Investor Insider, our brand new AI - curated newsletter - FREE for all podcast listeners for a limited time: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/insiderRate & ReviewIf you enjoyed today's episode of The Lifestyle Investor, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review.Connect with Justin DonaldFacebookYouTubeInstagramLinkedInTwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jacqueline Samira is the Founder and CEO of Howdy.com, the $100 million-valued company shaking up the recruitment space. She shares her remarkable journey. She discusses the challenges and boundaries faced by women entering the business world and emphasizes the power of a solution mindset developed through struggles. From setting revenue goals to creating a business model understandable by a child, she reveals the strategies behind her success. The episode also explores her approach to hiring, fostering a positive company culture, and the efficient balance between entrepreneurship and motherhood.
It's finally time, the book is out, it's on the shelves and ready for your beautiful eyes. Today we chat post-launch as I give my reflections on the release of my new book, "Million Dollar Weekend," which soared to #16 on Amazon. From meticulous preparation for interviews to debriefing both wins and losses, I share insights into the strategies that worked… or didn't work, almost in real time as we release this book.
Go up to any man on the street and ask him whether he'd like to have more money, and you'll get the same response: Absolutely. But today's guest, Noah Kagan, founder of AppSumo and the OK Dork YouTube channel, woke up with a million dollars in his bank account, but was miserable. Despite his success from the outside looking in, his finances didn't fill the void his work or relationships opened. That's when he realized that your goals aren't nearly as important as the systems you set up to make yourself happy and fulfilled. The solution? Well, for Noah, it meant realizing he had the power to change anything in his life he wanted. And you know what? Even if you don't have a million bucks in your bank account, you have this same power inside you, waiting for you to activate it. In this episode, Noah and I discuss… How to take your power back in every category of your life Why optimizing for happiness and longevity is more important than long-term goals How taking action right now builds confidence and momentum Why achieving your goals won't make you happy (and what to do instead to be happy and proud of yourself today) And more, including: The simple “Persistence over Resistance” mindset hack for conquering your biggest goals (2:10) How pausing instead of instantly reacting to negative situations helps you uncover the correct course of action (7:19) The “Now, not How” secret that crushes your limiting beliefs and keeps your momentum growing (12:09) How to take your power back—in your finances, your fitness, your relationships, and your work (23:43) Why taking action right now builds unshakeable confidence and unstoppable momentum (27:08) How focusing on systems instead of goals makes you happier, more fulfilled, and often more successful (30:17) Noah's “Weekly Review” framework for self-assessment which has a profound impact on his happiness and success (43:28) How thinking of new activities and habits as “experiments” makes you okay with failure (46:01) The simple “GEBY” morning routine for enhancing almost every aspect of your life (56:09) How setting your gratitude bar as low as possible instantly skyrockets your happiness (57:10) Why playing “silly” games like chess or fantasy football minimizes your daily stress levels and prevents burnout (1:15:31) Resources mentioned on the show: 1. Order Million Dollar Weekend: If you'd like to read Noah's new book, Million Dollar Weekend: The Surprisingly Simple Way to Launch a 7-Figure Business in 48 Hours, you can order it here: https://noahkagan.com/mdwbook/ 2. Follow OkDork on YouTube: If you're an aspiring entrepreneur looking for engaging, motivation, and fun content, subscribe to Noah's YouTube channel, OkDork, here: https://www.youtube.com/okdork Other important links: Want to improve your sexual wellness, get stronger erections, and last longer in bed? Then join the FREE 7-Day Sexual Wellness Challenge here: https://shrtlnk.co/uA27H Want to unlock more flexibility and strength, reduce your risk of injury, and feel your absolute best over the next 7 days? Then join the FREE 7-Day Beginner's Yoga for Men Challenge here: https://shrtlnk.co/pTVc7 Tired of doing a form of yoga that causes more injuries than it helps prevent? The cold, hard truth is men need yoga specifically designed for them. Well, here's some good news: You can start your 7-day free trial to Man Flow Yoga by visiting https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7
Today the roles reverse as Jon Youshaei takes the interviewer's chair to get the scoop on Noah Kagan's new book, 'Million Dollar Weekend.' We explore the main goals in crafting the book and devising a marketing plan, including the audacious aim of 1000 reviews on launch and how we built a launch Beta team.
Today we are chatting with Mackenzie, a former corporate strategist from Apple and Warby Parker, who plans on taking on Hallmark & American Greetings by revolutionizing the greetings card industry through her Shopify store and newsletter. As an early reader of "Million Dollar Weekend," Mackenzie unveils the real-life applications of the book's principles. We delve into her revelations, the challenges of starting small, and the triumph of making that crucial first sale.
Today we chat with Pat, a former YouTube consultant and former head of customer success at Tubics, as he shares his Million Dollar Weekend journey. Uncover the incredible transformation from being the "biggest procrastinator" to validating and setting up an entire business within 48 hours. Pat's experience reveals the power of taking action, overcoming discomfort in sales,
In this solo episode, Noah Kagan takes us behind the marketing campaign of "Million Dollar Weekend." From achieving impressive pre-sales, to cultivating organic strategic partnerships, Noah breaks down the key elements that he hopes will contribute to the book's success. This episode is a comprehensive guide to effective book marketing.
Today Noah sits down with Tahl Raz, the best selling author and renowned ghostwriter, the secret sauce behind Noah's new book, "Million Dollar Weekend." The duo explore the creative process, spending time in a cabin, the challenges of working together to the aspirations of being a category killer Everything you need to know about what went into the transformation of Noah's vision into a unique blueprint for entrepreneurs. Tahl delves into the intricacies of crafting a book that stands the test of time.
In this week's episode, Noah shares Chapter One of his new book, "Million Dollar Weekend." Noah dives into his backstory, from being fired from Facebook and losing a billion dollars, to dusting himself off and starting before feeling ready, creating a marketing plan for Mint with no prior experience. He shares his experience of not fitting the traditional mold to battling feelings of unworthiness. He recounts his experiences traveling the world, tackling every business opportunity that came his way, by not over thinking and using the superpower of starting now, not later. Act first and think later.
Ali Abdal, is one of the world's most-followed productivity experts. His YouTube channel has 5 million subscribers and his new book ‘Feel Good Productivity' has just launched and if you want to know how to do more of what really matters in life, you need to check this out . Today he shares insights on the intersection of goals, fun, and intentional living. He delved into the process of writing a book while celebrating the daily adventure of productivity. Ali also discussed the significance of body, mind, heart, and soul alignment and challenged traditional views on qualifications. The conversation explored Ali's personal experiences, from growing up without a father figure to his journey from medicine to becoming a YouTube sensation.
Hal Elrod is a renowned author, speaker, and the brains behind the global movement known as "The Miracle Morning." With his bestselling book translated into 37 languages and over 3 million copies sold, Hal's mission is to elevate humanity's consciousness one person and one morning at a time. His transformative approach to life and success has resonated globally, making him a leading figure in personal development. In our conversation with Hal, we delved into his near-death experience, emphasizing resilience and the innate human capacity to overcome challenges. We explored the underlying purpose of life in service to others. Hal shared valuable insights on authenticity, enthusiasm, and the willingness to face oneself for personal growth. Throughout, he emphasized the importance of choosing reactions, embracing challenges, and the dedication required to pursue a meaningful life.
Larry Janesky is the founder and CEO of Contractor Nation and Basement Systems Inc. With over 35 years in the business, Larry has revolutionized the basement waterproofing industry and expanded his ventures across the US and Canada. Larry started from nothing, selling seeds door-to-door, and now leads a home improvement empire with a 600,000,000 revenue. Larry opens up about resilience, overcoming adversities, and the unglamorous yet crucial aspects of scaling a business. From his humble beginnings to building a powerhouse in the industry, Larry's journey is a testament to hard work, smart decisions, and the grit needed to turn adversity into opportunity. This conversation is a rollercoaster of life lessons, blending relatability with entrepreneurial wisdom.
Michael S. Hudner stands at the helm of the B+H Shipping Group, an industry giant responsible for acquiring and financing over 140 ships, including oil tankers, bulk carriers, and offshore support vessels. As the CEO and Chairman, Hudner's journey involves pioneering novel shipping finance techniques and building a billion-dollar fleet. Beyond his maritime prowess, Hudner is deeply engaged in philanthropy and community organizations, showcasing his commitment to making a positive impact beyond the business realm.
As a venture capitalist turned executive coach, Jerry Colonna specializes in helping leaders confront their psychological habits, fostering meaningful connections, and becoming compassionate, bold leaders. His book, "Reboot," serves as a guide for radical self-inquiry, encouraging individuals to reset their lives by addressing emotional baggage and achieving both professional and personal fulfillment.
In today's episode, I'm tackling a significant question that many of you have been eager for me to address. Often touted as the current world's number one currency, and it's not the Dollar (despite its significant presence in your pocket). Let's zero in on the crucial topic at hand – focus!
Today we're joined by Dorie Clark, a self-reinvention expert and a professor at Columbia Business School. Dorie is the author of multiple bestselling books, including "Reinventing You," "Stand Out," "Entrepreneurial You," and her latest release, "The Long Game." Dorie shares her wisdom on distinguishing between good and great, emphasizing the importance of embracing both the ups and downs in life. She explores the challenges of being a long-term thinker in a world dominated by short-term perspectives, offering practical strategies for strategic thinking and goal setting.
Today we're talking with the Philosopher CEO Brian Johnson. As the Founder and CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation, Brian has raised over $25 million, achieved crowdfunding history, and developed two great social platforms He's also the author of "Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential, which seamlessly integrates ancient wisdom, modern science, and practical tools to help individuals excel in the ultimate game of life and fulfill your destiny.
Round 18 with your business pappy Noah Kagan, sharing his experiences, knowledge, and advice on 46 thought-provoking questions from you the audience,
Today we're talking with journalist and author Morgan Housel, his book The Psychology of Money is one of my all-time favorites. His message is straightforward, preparation beats trying to predict the market every time. Morgan Housel, is an award winning writer and partner at The Collaborative Fund and a former Wall Street Journal columnist. His wealth of experience and insights into the world of finance and economics make for a fascinating discussion.
Today, we're talking with my long time friend and author, Leo Babauta. With his blog, ZenHabits and his impactful coaching programs, Leo has empowered thousands to adopt mindfulness, streamline their lives, and nurture healthier habits. Leo has authored nearly 20 books, including titles like "Zen Habits," "The Power of Less," and "Zen To Done." His contributions to the world of personal development and mindfulness have earned him recognition as one of TIME magazine's Top 25 bloggers of all time.
Today, we're talking with my long time friend and renowned author and blogger Mark Manson. Mark Manson has authored several New York Times best selling books. Notably, "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck," & "Everything Is F*cked”.
Today, we're revisiting a timeless topic – becoming a solo entrepreneur and breaking free from the 9-5 grind to build your dream business.
In today's episode we are joined for round 2 with my favorite fitness coach Adam Gilbert. He's the Founder and Chief of MyBodyTutor.com, a company dedicated to helping people overcome excuses and achieve their health and fitness goals.
In today's episode we are joined again by one of my best friends Dan Andrews. He's the host of the Tropical MBA podcast and founder of Dynamite Jobs.
In this episode, I talk with Jason Fried, the Founder & CEO of 37signals (known for Basecamp & Hey!). This episode is a special revisit to one of our earliest shows, a personal favorite that we believe you'll find just as captivating the second time around. In today's context of remote work and the ongoing discussion about how AI affects jobs, our conversation is very relevant. Jason wrote the definitive book on remote work over a decade ago, and his ideas have had a big impact on how we work today. You can connect with Jason on Twitter via @jasonfried, and delve into his business writings here. Don't miss his books "Rework" and "Remote Work" for even more valuable insights. If you've ever aspired to run a stress-free and highly productive business, this episode is a must-listen. During our discussion, we dive into three significant takeaways: 1. Jason's insights into the future of remote work. 2. The critical importance of carving out time in your schedule for creative thinking and deep work. 3. Strategies to safeguard your career from automation and artificial intelligence. Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
In today's episode, I talk to professional cyclist, Ryan Gibbons. Ryan is a 29-year-old National Champion cyclist from South Africa, competing right now with the UAE Emirates Team. His pro career started when he was 21, but he didn't even know you could get paid for riding a bike at the time!! He took his chance to go pro because it paid basically the same as a good corporate job in South Africa at the time, and how he's raced all around the world in competitions like the Tour de France and the Olympics. Check out Ryan on Instagram and Twitter @RyanGibbons23, and you can even follow his bike rides on Strava @RyanGibbons. If you've ever wanted to learn about the not-so-glamorous life of a pro cyclist, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - Why he consumes the sugar equivalent of 4 Coca-Colas per HOUR (!!!) - The one thing he WON'T do to become a better cyclist - And the KEY difference that separates amateur and pro cyclists Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
In today's episode, I talk to best-selling author and YouTuber, Tiago Forte. After years of struggling with a chronic illness that no specialists could find a cure for, Tiago created his own process to research, collect, and organize information so he could figure out how to live a healthier and pain-free life. That experience led him to write his first best-selling book Building a Second Brain, which helped Silicon Valley businesses, NASA scientists, and everyday people just like yourself reach their greatest potential. Now, Tiago has published his second book, The PARA Method: a simple and intuitive four-step system that helps us sort all the information flooding our brains from the digital world so we can live better, smarter, and more fulfilled lives. You can check out the PARA method at www.ForteLabs.com/Books If you've ever wanted to learn about how best-selling books BECOME best-sellers, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - How long it ACTUALLY takes for non-fiction books to hit peak popularity (it's WAY longer than you think) - What is the REAL money-maker when you write a book - And the ONE critical promotional tactic that all authors miss out on! Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
Brian Balfour was the Head of Growth at HubSpot, started multiple VC-backed companies, and has grown brands to MILLIONS of daily active users. Today, he's the founder of Reforge — a REALLY cool tool that gives you access to things like onboarding docs, presentation decks, brand positioning, org charts, roadmaps, etc. from top-performing business leaders like: - Andrew Chen of Andreessen Horowitz - Lauryn Isford the Head of Growth @ Notion - And Helen Kupp the Sr. Director of Product Strategy @ Slack It's like Github for tech startup businesses. Check out Reforge at www.reforge.com. If you've ever wanted to learn about how to SUPERCHARGE your business's growth, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - Why being a CEO isn't actually as awesome as people make it seem - What Brian does to make every new business launch EPIC - The EXACT strategies Brian uses to scale companies in a big way Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
Mark Jenney grew up homeless, dropped out of highschool, created his first business when he was 13, and started 30 more companies after that! This guy has sold over a BILLION dollars worth of products online, and has sold basically anything and EVERYTHING!! After exiting from five businesses he built to over 8-figures, Mark now spends his time creating one-of-a-kind luxury Airbnbs. Check out his Airbnbs and other things he's up to on his Twitter: @MarkJenney If you've ever wanted to learn about how to succeed at business after starting dozens of companies, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - How Mark recovered from his business partner taking ALL his money and moving to another country - Why Mark always looks to “play the right game” (and why you should, too) - Whether Mark chased happiness or wealth… and which one ACTUALLY brought him success Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
In today's episode, I'm sharing all the BIG JUICY details about how we go viral on YouTube!! Two years ago I had the goal of reaching 250k YouTube subscribers… today, I now have over 800k subs. This kind of growth didn't happen overnight. It took a lot of trial and error and posting lots of different types of content to find what worked. How did we figure out our exact process? Hit play to find out. If you want to grow BIG on YouTube, you'll love this episode. Try these tips out on your channel and let me know how they work for you.
In today's episode, I talk to John Paul Dejoria of Paul Mitchell haircare and Patron Tequila. John Paul is a BILLIONAIRE. Both of his companies are billion-dollar empires, but this dude didn't just have everything handed to him. He grew up on the streets of LA, started his hair care company out of his car, lived off $2 dollars per day, and HUSTLED to make his dreams happen. And now, he gives a ton of it back to charity. Check out JPJ's Peace, Love & Happiness Foundation at www.PeaceLoveHappinessFoundation.org/. And check out his documentary: https://www.goodfortunemovie.com/ If you've ever wanted to learn about how to scale billion-dollar brands in totally unrelated industries, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - How knocking on doors made him a billionaire - Why you DO NOT want to be in the “selling” business - And why you can't believe what people tell you about yourself Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
Round 17 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah. In this episode, we are going to talk about: How to price a subscription. Sourcing outside help with financing your business The billion dollar question about billion dollar businesses And if you want me to answer your question in a future episode, submit here: https://okdork.com/asknoah P.S. Need help turning a business idea into reality? I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10 (kinda limited time). Sign up at OkDork.com/Monthly1K.
In today's episode, I'm giving y'all an update on what's going on at AppSumo! This is a new series we're trying out called This Week at AppSumo (aka, TWAS). I think most of you out there know that I'm the founder and CEO of AppSumo (the BEST site for software deals online!) and since I started it 13 years ago, it's grown to a 8-figure/year company. But the truth is — I'm still learning new things every day at the business. So these episodes are my time to share what I'm learning, mistakes we've made, and behind-the-scenes moments at the business that you won't find anywhere else. If you're a founder, I hope these episodes give you ideas of things to try in your business (or maybe NOT try…) or I hope you find them interesting and entertaining! Hit me up on Instagram and let me know what you think about this new series (I reply to DMs). If you've ever wanted to learn about the day-to-day decisions we make to grow AppSumo, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 5 BIG things: What are 'Retros' Future planning Long bets Removing yourself from the business Having the right people around Enjoy those 5 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
Manny is a SUPER successful real estate entrepreneur with a net worth of over $200 million dollars — but he didn't come from a wealthy family and he wasn't born with the “right” connections… In fact, life wasn't always easy for Manny and his family. They immigrated to the US when Manny was young, fleeing a war-torn environment, and Manny actually knew NOTHING about America when he arrived. He couldn't even speak English and his family slept in a car to save money. Today, Manny is a luxury car enthusiast and created a real estate empire — and, he teaches people how to invest and profit off real estate in his online courses, which you can find at www.MannyKhoshbin.com He's come a LONG way. Check out Manny on Instagram @MannyKhoshbin If you've ever wanted to learn about how to go from selling nuts door-to-door to having a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio (yes, Manny did that), then you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - How Manny bounced back from losing ALL his savings to a con artist when first starting out as an entrepreneur - Why he believes his success comes down to never waiting for a helping hand - And the ONE mentor who changed his life trajectory forever… Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
In today's episode, I talk to serial entrepreneur and commodities trader Rafa Martinez. Rafa is on his way to billionaire status — he got massive success by trading natural commodities on the stock market and starting businesses. But life hasn't always been easy for Rafa. When Rafa was 12, he immigrated to the US from El Salvador with his family — escaping crime and violence from the civil war. They came to the US with the dream of a better life and future, but had to start completely from scratch working minimum wage jobs and living in a 1½ bedroom apartment as a family. Rafa has one of the most touching rags to riches stories I've ever heard — can't wait for you to hear it. Check out Rafa on Instagram @RafaMartinez812 and Rafa's racing club. If you've ever wanted to learn about how to get massive success after losing everything, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - Rafa's no BS explanation of how he ACTUALLY became a millionaire trading natural gas - Why Rafa feels NO stress… even in high-risk situations - And how Rafa lost $60 MILLION dollars in 3 weeks… and made back $180 million!! Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
In today's episode, I'm giving y'all an update on what's going on at AppSumo! This is a new series we're trying out called This Week at AppSumo (aka, TWAS). I think most of you out there know that I'm the founder and CEO of AppSumo (the BEST site for software deals online!) and since I started it 13 years ago, it's grown to a 8-figure/year company. But the truth is — I'm still learning new things every day at the business. So these episodes are my time to share what I'm learning, mistakes we've made, and behind-the-scenes moments at the business that you won't find anywhere else. If you're a founder, I hope these episodes give you ideas of things to try in your business (or maybe NOT try…) or I hope you find them interesting and entertaining! Hit me up on Instagram and let me know what you think about this new series (I reply to DMs). If you've ever wanted to learn about the day-to-day decisions we make to grow AppSumo, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - Learning From Mistakes: How we're solving the mistake I made at AppSumo 3 years ago - Turning Weaknesses into Strengths: The strategy we use during slow seasons to benefit the business AND customers - Doing More of What Works: What we're doubling-down on that brings us more success Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
What's up, you beautiful bastards. It's your boy Jam Out aka Rabbi Can't Lose aka Noah Kagan. This episode is part of the Ask Noah Series. I was #30 at Facebook, #4 at Mint.com, and I've helped build a bunch of companies that have done pretty well. Today, I run AppSumo.com. It is the #1 website for software deals. We promote INSANE software at great prices for solopreneurs. If you are growing or starting an online business, go check out AppSumo.com. Today, we have 3 amazing questions we'll be going over: When did you know it was time to hire and what role was it for? I feel like I'm special and can do more than others… Do all entrepreneurs feel that way? Do you have to feel like that to be successful? Every business idea I have already exists and it stops me from taking action!!! These are questions you've submitted, and I'm going be giving you detailed answers about them. Submit your own questions at OkDork.com/AskNoah.
In today's episode, I was inspired by the awesome dudes over at the Tropical MBA Podcast to share some more PERSONAL things going on in my life. We're talking about what it feels like to be a founder. I think a lot of times people look at my Twitter (@NoahKagan) or YouTube channel, or even AppSumo's website, and think that everything's going AMAZING. But the truth is… There have been some challenging things going on lately over at AppSumo. If you've ever wanted to learn about what's going on in my life and with AppSumo, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: What people THINK being a founder is like… vs. the reality of what it's ACTUALLY like Plus, 2 big things that can help all you founders out there when things aren't going to plan Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Get weekly updates from me here: OkDork.com/Newsletter/ Also, if you want to launch your own business but don't know where to start, I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10. It's helped thousands of people start their business journey and I know it will help you, too. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K and sign up.
In today's episode, I talk to Anand Sanwal of the market research company, CB Insights. Anand bootstrapped CB Insights for 6 years… And now it's worth over $100 million dollars!!! He's a really impressive guy and knows a thing or two about growing a company. This episode also goes into the current state of the startup market, the importance of defining the right priorities for your business, and why every business SHOULDN'T appeal to every customer. Check out Anand Sanwal on Twitter at @asanwal. If you've ever wanted to learn about the data that's driving businesses forward, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - The difference between good ideas and bad ideas, and why you need to be able to identify them - The fiction book that taught Anand the MOST about business - And the ONE sub-market that's raising a TON of money right now Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Also, if you want to launch your own business but don't know where to start, I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10. It's helped thousands of people start their business journey and I know it will help you, too. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K and sign up.
What's up, you beautiful bastards. It's your boy Paella Lover aka Rabbi Can't Lose aka Noah Kagan. This episode is part of the Ask Noah Series. I was #30 at Facebook, #4 at Mint.com, and I've helped build a bunch of companies that have done pretty well. Today, I run AppSumo.com. It is the #1 website for software deals. We promote INSANE software at great prices for solopreneurs. If you are growing or starting an online business, go check out AppSumo.com. Today, we have 3 amazing questions we'll be going over: What I would do to 4X my customer growth in 2023 How to STOP overanalyzing and just get started And what should you do: pick your business or your day job??? These are questions you've submitted, and I'm going be giving you detailed answers about them. Submit your own questions at OkDork.com/AskNoah.
In today's episode, I talk to Kevin Kelly, co-founder of Wired magazine. Kevin is a writer, photographer, and philanthropist best known for his role as the executive editor of Wired, one of the top technology magazines in the world! He travels all over the world giving talks on things like the clock he built that will tick for 10,000 years, and why he's cataloging every living species on earth. Plus, he's a best-selling author of many books, and his latest one is out now! Check out Excellent Advice for Living for bits of advice Kevin wished he knew earlier in his life, and tweet-sized bits of wisdom. You can order it on Amazon right now! If you've ever wanted to learn about what EVERYONE'S life purpose is, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: 1. Why you DON'T want to be great (greatness is overrated) 2. What actually stops people from succeeding (spoiler alert: it's NOT money) 3. The “immediacy filter” that defines his schedule Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. If you want to launch your own business but don't know where to start, I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10! It's helped thousands of people start their business journey and I know it will help you, too. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K to sign up. And check out TidyCal, our scheduling tool. New Mutual Availability beta feature out now! ✉️ Signup for my weekly newsletter (I reply to emails): https://okdork.com/email-newsletter/
In today's episode, we're trying something different! Usually, y'all know I have one guest and I ask them a whole bunch of questions. BUT today, I have THREE guests. And I asked each of them to give me the advice they wish they could tell their 20-year-old self. In today's episode, you'll hear from: - Bing Gordon: Former chief creative officer of the video game company Electronic Arts - Paul Orfalea: Founder of Kinkos… which sold for over $2.6 BILLION dollars!! - And Bob Metcalfe: Who invented the ethernet cable… which was the original internet. ALL of these guys have two things in common: They're AT LEAST 70-years-old and they're all multi-millionaires… or billionaires! Who better to get advice from in your 20s!? If you've ever wanted to learn about what 70 year-olds would tell their 20-year-old selves, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - What Bing Gordon DIDN'T do in his 20s that would have made his life a whole lot easier - The advice Paul Orfalea's mom gave him when HE was in his 20s - And the ONE skill Bob Metcalfe wishes he learned sooner… that you can learn NOW. Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. If today's episode inspires you to start your own business but you don't know where to start — join my Monthly1K course!! I just reopened it and you can join it now for just $10 bucks. Yep, it's not a subscription. You just buy it once and I walk you step by step through how to create a one thousand dollar per month business. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K to sign up. And check out TidyCal, our scheduling tool. New Mutual Availability beta feature out now! ✉️ Signup for my weekly newsletter (I reply to emails): https://okdork.com/email-newsletter/
In today's episode, I talk to Andrew Viterbi, co-founder of Qualcomm and creator of the Viterbi algorithm. When Andrew was just 4 years old, he came to the US as a refugee from Italy. By 10 years old, he already had a passion for math and technology and wanted to study at MIT university (spoiler alert… he did!). Now, Andrew is in his 80s!!!! And he's known for being the co-founder of Qualcomm — a $120 BILLION dollar company!!! And he also invented the Viterbi algorithm. If you've ever wanted to learn about how to invent an algorithm and make your own luck, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - How money changed Andrew's life coming from nothing to being a billionaire - If Andrew regrets working as hard as he did to get major success - And the #1 thing he thinks startups NEED to be successful Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. If you want to launch your own business but don't know where to start, I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10. It's helped thousands of people start their business journey and I know it will help you, too. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K to sign up. ✉️ Signup for my weekly newsletter (I reply to emails): https://okdork.com/email-newsletter/
Today's guest needs no introduction — it's Steve Chou!! The husband behind My Wife Quit Her Job, entrepreneur extraordinaire, and now third-timer on this podcast (I think he gets first place for most appearances on the pod… Thanks Steve!) Not only is Steve a million-dollar entrepreneur and popular content creator, but he's also a dad to two teenage kids — and spoiler alert… they still like him!!! And today, Steve's here to talk about how he made that happen, and why he wrote a book about it… Check out Steve's new book at: The Family First Entrepreneur If you've ever wanted to learn about how to make BIG money without sacrificing family time, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - The three words I told Steve that helped him make a million bucks… but almost cost him his marriage (oops… sorry Steve) - Steve's plan to make his kid's college applications BETTER than the competition - Why ego is the BEST friend everyone should have Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Before you dive into the show, make sure to check out TidyCal — it's our calendar booking system we built because we were tired of complicated and expensive scheduling tools. The team's been putting a lot of work into it and users are loving it, so give it a try!! Also, if you want to launch your own business but want help getting started, I reopened my course Monthly1K for just 10 bucks!!! It's helped thousands of people start their business journey and I know it will help you, too. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K to sign up. ✉️ Signup for my weekly newsletter (I reply to emails): https://okdork.com/email-newsletter/
In today's episode, I talk about my dinner with Peter Thiel. He is the co-founder of PayPal and Palantir, a billionaire investor, and the author of the bestselling book Zero to One. In late 2021, my best friend Nevile and I had an opportunity to grab dinner with him and it was a WILD experience. Here's a few GIGANTIC nuggets you are gonna learn in this episode: 1. Waking up early, drinking wine, and willpower 2. What kind of phone Peter uses 3. Zombification of all thoughts Enjoy those 3 things plus a bunch more along the way. P.S. Need help turning a business idea into reality? I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10 (kinda limited time). Sign up at OkDork.com/Monthly1K.
In today's episode, I talk to Suumit Shah of Dukaan. Suumit is a software engineer from Bangalore, India—AKA the Silicon Valley of India!! When the pandemic started and people everywhere were looking for ways to sell online, Suumit noticed a BIG problem. There were tons of websites to help people start online stores but NONE of them were smartphone friendly. So he created Dukaan in 48-hours. (Y'all know I'm a BIG fan of building a business in a weekend!!) Then he listed it on AppSumo to get customers and make $130k. Dang. Good work Suumit!! You can actually shop Dukaan on AppSumo RIGHT NOW. It's just $69, there's no subscription fees, and you can set up a store right from your phone. Go to www.AppSumo.com/Products/Dukaan If you've ever wanted to learn about what the Silicon Valley of India is like, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: - What people DON'T know about India's entrepreneurship scene - Suumit's biggest life lesson for people to succeed and stand out like he has - And how Suumit built and launched a million-dollar business in a weekend Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Also, if you want to launch your own business but don't know where to start, I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10. It's helped thousands of people start their business journey and I know it will help you too. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K and sign up. Also, remember to go subscribe to my email list. I put my BEST tips into a single short email each week (and hook up exclusive content to email subscribers). SendFox.com/Noah. And make sure you are subscribed to my YouTube channel at YouTube.com/OkDork. If you love these episodes you're going to love the videos we post too. Get more from Suumit on Twitter at @SuumitShah Remember to check out www.JoinHampton.com, a highly vetted membership community for entrepreneurs, founders and CEOs created by Sam Parr of The Hustle and the My First Million Podcast. Get your application in before spots fill up.
In today's episode, I talk to Nick Huber, founder of The Sweaty Startup. Nick sold his first storage business, Storage Squad, for 7 figures!! Now, he owns and operates Bolt Storage which has 42 different self storage facilities taking up over 1.9 million square feet that he rents out and makes bank from. Check out Nick Huber: On Twitter @SweatyStartup And his website at SweatyStartup.com If you've ever wanted to learn about the business opportunities in storage units, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: Why good businesses (and relationships) don't need innovation A look into the business of self storage and how you can get into it yourself And Nick's exact playbook for how to replicate his success Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Also, if you want to launch your own business but don't know where to start, I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10. It's helped thousands of people start their business journey and I know it will help you, too. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K and sign up.
In today's episode, I talk to Nick Huber, founder of The Sweaty Startup. Nick sold his first storage business, Storage Squad, for 7 figures!! Now, he owns and operates Bolt Storage which has 42 different self storage facilities taking up over 1.9 million square feet that he rents out and makes bank from. Check out Nick Huber: On Twitter @SweatyStartup And his website at SweatyStartup.com If you've ever wanted to learn about the business opportunities in storage units, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: Why good businesses (and relationships) don't need innovation A look into the business of self storage and how you can get into it yourself And Nick's exact playbook for how to replicate his success Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Also, if you want to launch your own business but don't know where to start, I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10. It's helped thousands of people start their business journey and I know it will help you, too. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K and sign up.
In today's episode, I talk to self-improvement entrepreneur Dan Koe. Dan is a former web designer turned content creator who runs the Modern Mastery HQ business community that helps creators and influencers monetize their following by harnessing digital economics. This year, he's projected to make $2.5 million dollars and runs his business almost entirely by himself—with just a little help from his video editor roommate and one other contractor. If you've ever wanted to learn about monetizing a personal brand and running a business by yourself, you'll love this episode. In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: How Dan scaled his earnings from $10k/year to $2.5M/year Why you don't have to have the biggest following to bring in BIG money Plus the exact 4 hour workday schedule Dan lives by Enjoy those 3 things… plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Also, if you want to launch your own business but don't know where to start, I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10. It's helped thousands of people start their business journey and I know it will help you, too. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K and sign up.
Round 17 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah. In this episode, we are going to talk about: How to navigate life if you are recently laid off How to prioritize your marketing activities without spreading yourself too thin Side hustle ideas for a 9-year old And if you want me to answer your question in a future episode, submit here: https://okdork.com/asknoah P.S. Need help turning a business idea into reality? I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10 (kinda limited time). Sign up at OkDork.com/Monthly1K.
Lenny Rachitsky runs the #1 business newsletter on Substack, which is simply called lennysnewsletter.com. Lenny has a REALLY interesting career path. He started off as an engineer, then decided to start his own business, which got acquired by Airbnb, where he stayed and worked for over 7 years until he quit to be his own boss again! When Lenny left Airbnb to tinker with the different startup ideas, he was writing on the side to share his learnings. But then his writing started to gain a lot of traction online… and it became his MAIN hustle! On an Indie Hackers post, he said the newsletter is making around $500k ARR, so I had to invite him over to hear about how he runs his one-person business. P.S. Need help turning a business idea into reality? I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10 (kinda limited time). Sign up at OkDork.com/Monthly1K.
In today's episode, I talk to Uri Levine, co-founder of Waze. Uri hated getting stuck in traffic, so he helped start a company called Waze to fix his problem. Google bought Waze in 2013 for over $1.1 billion dollars! But that wasn't it for Uri — he invested in Moovit, another real-time transit app, which sold to Intel for another $1 billion dollars! Check out Uri's book, Fall In Love with the Problem, Not the Solution, to learn how to identify your consumers' biggest problems and disrupt the markets that currently serve them. P.S. Need help turning a business idea into reality? I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10 (kinda limited time). Sign up at OkDork.com/Monthly1K.
He's the CEO of AppSumo and Founder of OKDork. He's also a genuinely funny guy. Noah Kagan gives show host Alex a 1:1 in growth marketing. You won't want to miss this. Hold on to your seat, this interview is done at a pace. When Noah finds something awesome, he just wants to tell the world about it, and that forms the essence of his growth marketing strategy. Is it as simple as that? Noah makes it sound easy but in this 30-minute run through you'll get some highly practical playbooks on how to grow your followers from 0-1,000, a 7-step marketing strategy AND hear how Noah advises Alex to grow his newsletter subs. Alex and Noah discuss test and invest strategies, why not enough people kill failing ideas, and how content upgrades can make a serious impact on your SEO. These highly actionable playbooks will transform your view of growth marketing and all inside 30 minutes. With plenty of aha moments, you'll be hitting pause and grabbing a pen. Guaranteed. And if you're looking to keep growing, having a team behind you is a great place to start. Yotpo makes it easy, providing data-driven marketing solutions, like Yotpo SMSBump, the top SMS marketing app in the Shopify app store. Learn more at https://www.yotpo.com/ (Yotpo.com) Follow Noah: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noahkagan (linkedin.com/in/noahkagan) Twitter: https://twitter.com/noahkagan (twitter.com/noahkagan) YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/crxnamja (youtube.com/user/crxnamja) Stay up-to-date on all things 30 Minutes of Growth, follow Alex Garcia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexgarcia_atx (https://twitter.com/alexgarcia_atx)
CoSchedule started the Actionable Marketing Podcast (AMP) in 2015 and has recorded and published more than 300 episodes. CoSchedule has worked with some of the smartest minds out there that share their stories with you through this podcast. This season, CoSchedule brings back some of the best of the best evergreen content. Have you ever wondered what the process would be like to start something from scratch and end up with a million users? Our conversation is going to help you set better goals and achieve more than you ever have before. Today, we're talking to Noah Kagan, the chief sumo at sumo.com and AppSumo. He also hosts Noah Kagan Presents, which is an awesome podcast, and has a steady stream of stuff on okdork.com. Some of the highlights of the show include: How Noah handles the marketing at Sumo.com and what has the most potential. How Noah ended up at Mint, where he helped grow the company from zero to more than a million users. Why Noah doesn't believe in hope in the business world. The process Noah used to put his plan together, come up with ideas, figure out how much traffic he had, and more. Common mistakes that Noah sees other people making. Why copying methods described on other people's blog posts doesn't work. The greatest piece of marketing advice Noah has received. Links: Sumo.com AppSumo Noah Kagan Presents OkDork.com CoSchedule Quotes by Noah Kagan: “I believe in hope in fantasy and fairytales in the real world or in the non-business world, but in business, no.” “If you're not making mistakes, you're probably not experimenting enough.” “At the end of the day, it really just comes down to you got to do it yourself... go and experiment yourself, go and promote something.”
Sam Parr (@theSamParr) and is joined by Noah Kagan (@NoahKagan) to discuss the most profitable businesses on AppSumo, the best business ideas to start in 2022, businesses you can start with zero startup costs, and much more. _____ * Do you love MFM and want to see Sam and Shaan's smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. * Want more insights like MFM? Check out Shaan's newsletter. _____ Show Notes: (00:30) - TheColdPlunge.com (04:15) - OkDork.com (05:55) - How to grow a YouTube channel (10:45) - TikTok vs YouTube (13:50) - Chrome extension businesses (22:20) - What Mint.com did wrong (32:45) - How to become "Wirecutter for the end of the world" (34:10) - One person businesses and businesses with zero startup costs (34:40) - The best selling AppSumo app of all time (49:30) - Noah's yearly and monthly reviews (54:17) - Best buys under $100 ----- Past guests on My First Million include Rob Dyrdek, Hasan Minhaj, Balaji Srinivasan, Jake Paul, Dr. Andrew Huberman, Gary Vee, Lance Armstrong, Sophia Amoruso, Ariel Helwani, Ramit Sethi, Stanley Druckenmiller, Peter Diamandis, Dharmesh Shah, Brian Halligan, Marc Lore, Jason Calacanis, Andrew Wilkinson, Julian Shapiro, Kat Cole, Codie Sanchez, Nader Al-Naji, Steph Smith, Trung Phan, Nick Huber, Anthony Pompliano, Ben Askren, Ramon Van Meer, Brianne Kimmel, Andrew Gazdecki, Scott Belsky, Moiz Ali, Dan Held, Elaine Zelby, Michael Saylor, Ryan Begelman, Jack Butcher, Reed Duchscher, Tai Lopez, Harley Finkelstein, Alexa von Tobel, Noah Kagan, Nick Bare, Greg Isenberg, James Altucher, Randy Hetrick and more. ----- Additional episodes you might enjoy: • #224 Rob Dyrdek - How Tracking Every Second of His Life Took Rob Drydek from 0 to $405M in Exits • #209 Gary Vaynerchuk - Why NFTS Are the Future • #178 Balaji Srinivasan - Balaji on How to Fix the Media, Cloud Cities & Crypto #169 - How One Man Started 5, Billion Dollar Companies, Dan Gilbert's Empire, & Talking With Warren Buffett • #218 - Why You Should Take a Think Week Like Bill Gates • Dave Portnoy vs The World, Extreme Body Monitoring, The Future of Apparel Retail, "How Much is Anthony Pompliano Worth?", and More • How Mr Beast Got 100M Views in Less Than 4 Days, The $25M Chrome Extension, and More
Mitchell Cohen is the Director of Influencer Partnerships at AppSumo and personally oversees content and partnerships with Noah Kagan. Mitch and Jack go way back. They worked together to build Noah Kagan's YouTube channel, OkDork, as well as Noah's business, AppSumo.com with effective influencer strategies. In this episode, Mitch shares with us some of the strategies he used to build an engaging fan base for Noah and his brands. He also shows us how he helped AppSumo navigate the influencer and partnership landscape. GUEST LINKS - Name: Mitchell Cohen - Website: https://mitchelllandon.com/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OkDork https://appsumo.com/ RESOURCE LINKS - Website: blitzgrowth.com - Course, funnel, & store builder: hyax.com - Giveaway & contest builder: vyper.ai - Free marketing courses & guides: jackpaxton.com
Noah Kagan is the founder of OK Dork, an early employee at Mint and Facebook, and the founder of AppSumo.com and sumome.com. He's mastered and moved on from just about every channel there is - from a popular podcast to YouTube. In this episode, we explore channel selection, Noah's framework for marketing, and why he's so incredibly bullish on YouTube as a channel, especially in terms of new audience building. For links to some of Noah's awesome content, including one article that played a key role in how I record this podcast, head over to buchman.co.il/noah
Noah Kagan just past 100,000 YouTube subscribers and is growing rapidly. In this 16 min interview I get him to rapid fire spill all the knowledge he has on the topic. Subscribe for more podcasts like this. 0:00 - 0:37: Intro'ing Noah Kagan, all his businesses, and 100k+ subs. 0:38 - Consistent uploading schedule. 0:53 - What @Graham Stephan , @MrBeast , and @Ali Abdaal do well is series selection. 2:53 - Title and thumbnail strategies. CTR 5% and AVD 40% - 60%. 3:45 - We see how to make a big copywriting channel. 7:16 - Big creators have teams and treat this as a profession. 11:19 - "Should you make videos for YouTube, or for yourself?" 14:00 - "Do something for a very long period of time every single week." 14:48 - Spent $500,000 last year and out 72 videos. Less than 4 videos got 100K views. 15:33 - Leave a comment and Noah & Neville will answer Follow Noah Kagan:
Today, I'm interviewing American entrepreneur and tech guru, Noah Kagan. He worked at Facebook, Mint and Intel, and is currently helping other entrepreneurs improve their businesses with his website OkDork, a blog about marketing, starting business, self-exploration and his love of tacos. With his history at Facebook, the talk soon moves to social media, whether it's beneficial, and the problems that are inherent within it. What's unique about Noah Kagan is that he never saw Social Network or Social Dilemma, because he said he lived it, so he didn't want to watch that. Noah seems to think Facebook has reached its tipping point and that its usership will start moving to alternatives. He explains to me why he thinks this and what platforms he believes will become the next market dominators. We then move on to our personal lives and Noah tells me how he's been making wine out of coconut water, and his plans to cycle across the US... ‘Take ownership of your time, be intentional of how you spend your time on social media." - Noah Kagan Time Stamps: 01:23 - Who Noah is and the ties he has with social media companies. 04:28 - Our ‘Bet you didn't know that' section where we talk pumpkins, bees, Texan peaches, and how much we eat in a lifetime. 11:38 - Pickling your foods. 13:58 - What I love most about my life right now. 17:58 - Being hired by Facebook as their 30th employee, and then getting fired by them. 21:40 - The energy that was present when Facebook was starting, and how it grew so quickly. 24:02 - The ageing demographic of people that use Facebook. 25:54 - The popularity of YouTube and the alternatives there are to Facebook. 30:09 - The best networks for advertisers to reach a globally wide audience. 32:32 - How much Noah Kagan uses Facebook and the importance of taking ownership of your time. 35:04 - Reading the news and the way it can work as an unbeneficial distraction. 37:00 - What it's like working in the restaurant business. 43:03 - Anti-maskers and why it makes sense to listen to professionals. 44:30 - Noah's work helping others start and grow their businesses. 45:02 - Getting a pilot's license and making wine. 48:11 - The fear Noah feels when he's flying a plane. 52:49 - What Noah's looking forward to for 2021. 54:37 - My time spending 29 days walking the Camino De Santiago and Noah's plans to bike across America. Resources: okDork AppSumo The Social Dilemma (2020) Texas Real Food Connect with Noah Kagan: Twitter YouTube Instagram Facebook Connect with Patrick Scott Armstrong: Instagram Facebook Email More from The Lone Star Plate: WHURLEY: Quantum Computing for Texans Matt Mullenweg: Open Source is THE Future
We discuss Noah's YouTube strategies, best marketing channels to use, and life planning with Noah Kagan of OkDork and AppSumo. Make sure to subscribe for more videos like this: https://www.youtube.com/kopywriting?sub_confirmation=1 (https://www.youtube.com/kopywriting?sub_confirmation=1) We have a wide-ranging conversation with Noah about how to be happy in life, is there such thing as too much therapy, and his overall tactics for growing his audience so huge. ▶️ Also join our new "Copywriting Course Clips" channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSM9I6Zo9v3ZgXdgcAn07A (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSM9I6Zo9v3ZgXdgcAn07A) Follow Noah Kagan and AppSumo:
Gentlemen, welcome to another NEW episode of the Alpha M Podcast. In this episode, I sat down with the inspiring Noah Kagan to discuss business and the lessons he's learnt throughout his career. He's the CEO of AppSumo.com, he was the 30th employee at Facebook, employee #4 at Mint and someone shares business insights weekly at OkDork.comIn this interview, we speak about:My personal fear around speaking about money and my incomeWhy making 7 figures isn't the ultimate goal for happinessThe importance of profit over revenueHow to start a business with $100 in your bank accountNoah's experience with self funding over funded businessesWhy Noah's calling is to find greatness or promote greatnessThe 18 month rule Noah uses for business alongside his 7 figure opportunity approachHow to find an idea for your businessPlus so much more...This was an awesome conversation, however I do apologise for some of the audio isuses!But sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode!Have a guest you want me to interview? Hit me up on social media.DON'T FORGET - If you're looking for the highest quality sunglasses without a premium price tag, check out www.enemy.com - I started ENEMY to solve a simple problem, to offer badass, premium sunglasses without the huge $300 price tag we're all expected to pay.Get yourself a pair today, and use code: PODCAST10 for 10% off.Enjoy the episode gentlemen. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Wolf’s wide-ranging interview with Noah Kagan, one of the most influential marketers in the world. This is must-see content. We cover everything: dreams, disappointments, huge triumphs, and lessons we’ve learned along the way. Do not miss this one. Like it and share it with a friend. SUBSCRIBE TO JB'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://youtube.com/wolfofwallst?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN TO THE WOLF’S DEN ON:ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lbYTSESPOTIFY: https://spoti.fi/2kGDosVCASTBOX: http://bit.ly/2ngKUvrSTITCHER: http://bit.ly/2kvasE6FOLLOW JB:INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/2Fj4jSzFACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/2Kr2bMOTWITTER: https://bit.ly/2Xub1j7CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/wolfofwallstTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@wolfofwallstreet#JordanBelfort #NoahKagan #WolfOfWallStreet #TheWolfsDen
Great chat with Noah Kagan of Sumo.com and OkDork.com Link to Noahhttps://okdork.comLink to Sourfishhttps://smarturl.it/168wi4Playlist..Applehttps://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/7-songs-noah-kagan/pl.u-YZNRCPdxeqVSpotify https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4WRglHqI0CSdMtPnnpPFXc?si=KM2US5H6TQugC14ckHkRZQ
Joined our private FB group yet? It's a page where people share each others million dollar ideas or what they're already working on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourfirstmillion. Sam Parr (@theSamParr) and Shaan Puri (@ShaanVP) catch up with Noah Kagan (@noahkagan), founder of AppSumo and OkDork.com. Before that, he was employee #30 at Facebook, #4 at Mint, and worked at Intel. In today’s episode we hear about Noah’s background (1:05), Noah talks about the different between needing to do things and choosing to do things (5:58), how Noah thinks about finding customers (12:30), Sam asks for Noah’s framework for knowing how and when to build a new product (16:10, Noah talks about how our greatest strengths are also our greatest weaknesses (18:12), Shaan joins the podcast (27:00), Shaan asks Noah how he would build a company now if he was 21 with no name recognition (33:50), Noah leaves the podcast and Sam and Shaan talk through Sam’s upcoming road trip and future ideas (50:30). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Business Method Podcast: High-Performance & Entrepreneurship
Noah Kagan~ Founder of AppSumo & SendFox ~ Current Series ~ 100 Major Influencers Noah Kagan was #30 at Facebook, #4 at Mint.com is the founder of AppSumo, OkDork, KingSumo, and SendFox. AppSumo is an 8-figure business and is #1 site online for software deals. He is the founder and host of one of the top podcasts on entrepreneurship, Noah Kagan Presents. Website: https://www.thebusinessmethod.com/noah-kagan Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-method-podcast/id1069958541?mt=2 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly90aGVidXNpbmVzc21ldGhvZC5wb2RiZWFuLmNvbS9mZWVkLnhtbA%3D%3D Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2q8Q9t78sCL6kNkWlnV1Po Noah How do I sell people I'm like, you find that people who have the money and you do something valuable for them, and then they will give you that money. I think what's even more powerful as you say, you can be a millionaire in 10 years. And so pick some fucking idea. Most importantly, pick an idea that you'll work on for 10 years, and just commit 10 years and finding the thing to commit to is almost the more hard part about it. Especially right now I think the one thing to think about in business is what are you certain of not what are you uncertain of, and make a list of all the certainties and then execute against that? Chris Hey guys, we get the fortunate opportunity to hop on the mic and do a Q and A session with Noah Kagan. Noah is the founder of AppSumo, a $30 million a year business. also the founder and owner of Noah Kagan Presents, a very popular podcast on entrepreneurship as well as the founder of Ok Dork, KingSumo and Send Fox. Noah was the 30th employee at Facebook and number four at Mint.com. He has quite an amazing resume. And just a genius when it comes to spouting out business ideas. You guys will notice this on the podcast. Noah is very creative, but he's also very thoughtful on not only how he can be a better entrepreneur, but how he can engage with other people and be a better person himself. So what we do on this show you guys we have two other friends Freddy Lansky, who organized this podcast and Itamar Marini, my partner and friend as well. And we go through some chat back and forth about asking Noah different types of questions around entrepreneurship, what's going on in the world today with the crisis that we're going through, and then we bring in one guest entrepreneur to ask some questions and then we have a q&a going. And Noah answered some q&a from the Facebook Live that we did with this podcast as well. So it's a fun session, more informal, a lot of back and forth banter, a lot of rabbit holes and tangents we go often but really enjoyable and I think it's an episode you guys will get a lot out of. First before we hop into the episode we want to tell you about our sponsors NomadX. 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Chris going live Is this thing on? Noah Oh, there it is. All right. We're about to get it on. Yeah, man. I'm stoked. All right. I'm grabbing my brisket. Once I get my brisket, it's Game on. Chris Are you eating pork again? No shame on you Noah No. Well there's two things. I was just gonna say one you got to eat otherwise you can be hungry but two, we don't in our lives include enough recharge time. Yeah. And so I've been really working on not this moment, but I was gonna have more things after this and I'm like, Fuck that. Yeah, I think we think our phones need to recharge, but we don't need to recharge. Chris I hear you man. I always like to make it equivalent to a bow and an arrow. You know, like you've got to have that recharge that pullback time in order to shoot the arrow so it can go fast. And we don't do that. We don't pull our bows back enough. Noah Dude, I've literally one thing that happened to me recently with this whole Coronavirus thing which I love. It's my favorite holiday. Noah I really do. Yeah, well regarding the recharging. I fucking forgot where the fuck I was going with it. But it was a really good point. You know, come back to me about this reach. Oh, I the number one thing I've noticed. This is one thing, the number one thing I notice about everyone who fucking hates Corona There's two things. Number one, though, they're not getting enough sleep. Seriously, every day that I wake up and I'm like, fuck today, like that happened to me on Friday and Saturday, I was just just lonely and angry. And then I was like, Did you sleep a lot? I was like, No. Okay, that's probably why Freddy Do you have an aura ring? Or like a sleep tracker? Noah So there's two other things I was going to say though. Number one is, it's interesting to think about our morning routines. And I think everyone's got weird as shit, but I was just really zoning in and like honing in on a fucking badass morning where like, today, I did it perfectly. And I was like, okay, when I do it this way, my day starts great. And when I do it other ways, My days are a little more fucked. Yeah. And then the last thing that is interesting is that when you're rich, it's really hard to know what it's like to be poor. And I know that that's a fucking that's a dick thing to say. But I really had this universe of rich bullshit. I hired a guy to come over and massage me last night. And so he came over to my house, and it was really sad. Okay, it was just sad. Because he was like Yeah, I've lost my job and no one wants to have me come over the house. And you know, it was good to understand and try to see where I can help that kind of person right like and so I talked to him I was like well you're a sous Have you thought about teaching people how to give themself massages or couples massages and maybe putting that online or helping people locally? And you know, it's just interesting to kind of learn from that versus just I think as you get as you rise levels you just forget so I think it's good to go back to the frontline. Chris Do you ever do anything to like, keep you humble? You know, they talk about like, I like to do things that make me survive on very little like this past weekend, we just went out in the woods, and we took a knife and took a pot to boil on a fishing hook. And then you really kind of get in touch with you know, you don't need a lot like it doesn't matter how much money you have. You know, you can understand, like humility or living on bear means or interacting with people that don't have a lot on a regular basis. Noah Yeah, like, yesterday I had to call my assistant to go do something and I was pretty low for me. Like, you know, I was like, this thing to call her. No, I like that. I like that approach. I think we've done that is I like doing that in the small things like the dishes is the stupidest one, right what is just something small that you know, doing the bitch work and eating it. There's something great Oh, shoot me. Chris No, no, sorry. Sorry. I was just gonna say like Mike Tyson used to go big on streets further for money, even after he was rich and famous. And he would go and he put a hoodie on and he would go out just just to kind of, I mean, it may not be the best example because Mike, you know, had his own word for No. Noah Well, I think what I've been doing recently, especially with the YouTube channel, and some of these other things is starting businesses again from scratch. Yeah. And really doing it live like we did with Freddie a few days ago and I did it myself. The past I've done like I started a gym business two weeks ago. started selling Oculus a few weeks ago and so really experimenting with like, Alright, can I actually do this stuff? And I don't know I guess it does keep me humble. It also reminds me sometimes how hard or and also how easy some of this stuff is. Chris Yeah, that's a good point. Chris So before we get started we wanted to reconnect you with Itamar here. I know you both, I don't know you know very well, but I know Itamar pretty well. And we thought you guys would kind of hash it out and have good chats and good fun together. He's really special forces for 10 years and counterterrorism, good friend of mine and partner of mine now. And and so if you ever want to learn Hebrew, this is the guy to learn from. Itamar You need to try Jiu Jitsu, man. There's no better equalizer in the world. Nobody cares how much money you have. What's your background on the mats? Kelly? Noah yeah, I love watching two dudes grow like groping each other on the ground. That's like I'm really into that. I did watch it. Yeah. Boxing I think one thing I've been thinking about in life is like ratios. And so I do boxing and I found that like the calorie to time ratio for me was more effective. And also enjoyment plus skill, but I felt that I got more out of that with boxing than I did with jujitsu and I've done it, it's not just me. Yeah, it's interesting to stay humble, man. I like that. I think you know a lot of it about Chris checking your ego. Yeah, no matter what size you get, and you know, happened to me two weeks ago, like I put out this YouTube video youtube.com slash Okay, dork, by the way, but I put out this video and I didn't get a lot of views. And then I was like, Am I not worthy? I was like, Am I not smart? Are my ideas sucky? And it was interesting. I was like, Well, what am I doing this for? And what, what's, what's the treadmill that I'm on? Right? And is there ever enough? So we were talking even when we could in that moment, I talked to a friend. He's like, Well, why did you do it? And I was like, I really have so much confidence in the world and people these days that I want to go help. I want to help these underdogs. I want to help the people willing to work. And he's like, Well, did you do it? I was like, yeah. And I was like, Alright, well then don't fucking care if you get one person's help or 1000. And it's a kind of shifted how I'm even goal setting lately. Because it's like, people have these goals. And once you get to a million dollars I want you just get a million bucks and then set whatever fucking cool goal you want. And then you know, you can do but I think frankly, you'll get a million dollars if you do the thing that you're not trying to make the million dollars on. Yeah. You know, and that's bullshit advice if you're not rich, because you're like, Well, I'm not rich yet. So that advice doesn't work for me. But I've generally made the most money, not trying to make the money just doing the thing that I'm most interested in. But with the goal thing, we were talking about our YouTube goal, and we're actually looking at the goal that's interesting for the dork brand, my stuff that I share basically the voice of our company. For app Sumo and Sumo group. We said we want to get our active audience number up. And I don't think this is a metric that anyone talks about if you're in content. So your active audience is not just your email list, but it's the active audience on your email list and the active audience on your YouTube. That active audience on the platforms that matter to you, and what is that actual reach? And so my reach is like penis size, micro, okay? But it was like 173,000. And then we're like, Alright, this month in May, we're gonna get to 200,000. And I was like, I don't give a fuck if I get to 200,000 people, I really don't. I really care more than like, I get to hang out with you guys and do a talk like this to 10,15, 500 I don't care. And so I'm more interested in sharing the things I'm learning and also getting learned and meeting people that I'm learning a lot from. And so it's maybe setting my goals a little bit more differently that are aligned to things that really fulfill me. I love that man. Chris I love that. Okay, so let's do a quick introduction. I think most people know who knows Noah Kagan is but I'm going to introduce him anyway. Noah Kagan was number 30 on Facebook. Number four is the founder of AppSumo. Ok Dork, KingSumo and Send Fox and probably a bunch of others. AppSumo is an eight figure business and the number one site online For software deals, Noah is the founder and a host of one of the top podcasts on entrepreneurship. Noah Kagan Presents. Noah Dude, that guy sounds awesome. He sounds cool. Yeah, I was like, Is that me? I think sometimes I'm just surprised. I'm like, wow. But you know, I think some of it is. I was talking with my therapist. He calls himself a coach, but I say you're a therapist. I guess it just depends how much they charge. And who's cheaper? Well, tell us first. I know well. I think a coach can charge more. A therapist charges 120, a coach can have a program. That's what he wants to talk to me about next week, which I'm interested in. But I think what's really interesting about successes, how we label it to each other, but not ourselves. Because I never think of the word success. I don't, it's not that I don't believe in it. I guess I don't believe it. I just don't give a fuck about success. I've really explored and I think where I've explored my interests and my explore things I really want. I thrive and when I explore money making opportunities, I fucking flame out and That's been interesting in my own journey, and I hope for everyone's journey is just really, you know, Facebook. I didn't know anyone there. I didn't have any advantages I just built, I looked it up recently. I built probably like four to five different online college businesses. So when I applied I said, hey, I've just been doing this stuff because it sucked for me, and I wanted to build it. And then I got the job there. And I think a lot of the most of the stuff I started or worked at, I was just really like, I was excited to work at MIT. So I did whatever it took to work there. And appsumo I was like, I want deals on these products. These products are fucking dope. There's this whole Groupon makeit thing. That's a cool way to do it. And let me just go get deals on the software I don't want to pay full price for and I'm like, now I get fucking paid for that. Like, how cool is that? Like, everyone should do that. Chris You're right, you're right. What do you think gets in the way of people from doing that? Noah Well tell you there's two separate things that I've observed for myself. So I think there's two separate places, there's the starting place and then there's the success place. People are afraid of getting success as much as they're afraid of starting. Yeah, that's been really fascinating for me, and So on both sides of that, I would say for myself, what I can only speak for myself in my recipes. So in myself, I noticed that my superpower is starting and experimenting, and I'm not as strong. It's consistency. Just don't get really bored. I'm like, Alright, next. Next, I was telling the coach this morning I said, My motto is kill comma, next. Kill next, what's next, kill it. Next thing. And so I'm actually thinking my and I've been learning this one of my books that I've really enjoyed is the powerful engagement by Tony Schwartz. And I got to chat with him recently. And he said that life doesn't have to be zero and one, there's a spectrum and you go back and forth on it. And so I think the spectrum I'm working on is how I slow down a bit more and enjoy the kill, and slow down more and recharge more. And so in terms of the the, the thing I hope you will back into success for me what I've observed is embracing your strength. So I'm a starter so I should be fucking starting and amens a closer so he's running appsumo The other side of that the other part of that that I'm really working through right now is of what's working for you or what's fulfilling you really fulfilling like fucking calling like, Hello, it's Jesus. It's your turn. How do you remove the distractions from that? So I'll give you an example of what that means. I love this. This with you, not just hearing my fucking voice, like I can listen to you guys talk if I have questions for you. I do this all fucking day. But when I'm spending the day doing meetings, I've been setting the date like I spent like two hours trying to figure out some tech shit earlier. And when spending my day like a planet doing other stuff, it honestly discourages me from it. And so it's like, Alright, well how do I hire the people or figure out you know how to reduce it. So I'm not spending my day in that and I color code my calendar, and I call it my purple productivity priority. And my purple productivity party is that how much fucking purple is on my calendar and you can color code your calendar is really cool. And so I'm like, Well, if my color isn't fucking purple, something's wrong. And so I've just noticed for myself in terms of once you've gotten some level of Your own measurement of success? How do you remove the things that are hindering you from sustaining? So that's it once you've gotten inside and honestly, the purple productivity priority, I'm still working on the branding is what's working for me? Because then I look at my calendar right now. And I can say like, do I have something everyday that fulfills me? Do I have something that's towards my main priority every day? On the starter site for the beginners out there? The number one thing for starters is fear. They're all fucking afraid. They're so fucking afraid, and I'm afraid of relationships. And I'm afraid of sustaining. But I'm not afraid of fucking starting. And so that's why I've done so well, business wise around the start. These people, it's been amazing. We had that monthly one k.com we reopened this course. About 10,000 people have gone through it, maybe 1000 have gotten businesses like really good businesses, and maybe like 100 have made like six figure businesses. And that's probably true for how like the statistics work publicly, but it's been amazing to observe how they avoid that part's been so fucking wild. Like the psychology You have people who put this out, and they're afraid of it so I do a lot of things to get them out of their fucking fear. Like we know, we do a push up challenge, try to do 100 push ups. That's it. You can do it at home. You don't need anyone. Okay? You fucking failed. Alright, good your life next coffee challenge, which you guys probably have heard of, or maybe if not coffee challenges go for 10% off your next purchase, preferably in person and get rejected. And then you're like, well, that's fucking fine. And then the last one I like is like the stranger challenge. Now it's even scarier because no one wants to talk to fucking anyone. But next time you go out, talk to a stranger. It's fucking scary. I'm scared of that. It's just a little scary. But I pushed myself. I still do that to this day one because I love deals. So I'd like to do a 10% Coffee challenge, but I like the idea of practicing and making strength in my fear muscle. I think the fear muscle is something that you can actually work on. And with starting a business ideas are fucking a joke. I talked to the masseuse last night. He's like, Man, I'm struggling. I got no money. I was like, Well, I didn't want to be a business coach. But I said, I was like, Did you try to teach people how to do couples' massages?'' Have you you post it anywhere Have you applied for an Amazon delivery job, like I applied for an Amazon delivery job took me like five fucking minutes. It's actually shockingly easy. And not everyone should be an employee. But I think in terms of starting a side hustle. Number one, if you have no fucking money, go get a day job and get just get your foundation set up. But in terms of the fear, it's just practicing the fear, noticing the traps, like there's traps. So I actually made a list of the traps yesterday, things that were entrepreneurs say 10 ways to know your entrepreneur, or 10 things that they say they say, Ah, it's the economy, the economy's bad. I'm like, the economy is always gonna be fucking weird. So it's just that you're not valuable, and you're doing things that are not valuable. It's a good point.
Noah Kagan, founder of AppSumo, SumoMe, and OkDork, and the former number 30 employee at Facebook, joins our show in this special episode of the Elite Man Podcast! In today’s episode Noah talks about what it was like working alongside Mark Zuckerberg and being one of the first employees at Facebook when it was just starting to get big. He also talks about getting fired from Facebook, why it happened, what he wishes he did differently, and what he learned from this experience. Noah also covers the motivation he got from this experience, the many business successes he had afterwards, how he manages to stay so productive and focused, and what he ultimately wants to do in his both professionally and personally in the next few years. We cover so much in this fascinating and entertaining chat! If you’re wondering how to get yourself back on your feet after a major blow in life and turn things around like never before, check this episode out now! *Download this episode now and subscribe to our channel to get more of these amazing interviews! In our episode we go over: What it was like working alongside Mark Zuckerberg Why Noah got fired from Facebook and what he wishes he did differently Whether or not Zuck is really as weird as he seems and how he thinks so differently than most of us mere mortals Why Noah believes that everyone should get fired at some point in their lives The keys to the longevity of longtime successful companies Hedging your bets in business and diversifying your income streams whenever possible The fact that so many businesses don’t last more than a couple decades Noah’s predictions for Facebook and whether or not he thinks they will survive in the next decade How Noah picked himself back up after being fired How long it took him to get over the firing and why he likened it to being dumped by the sexiest woman on the planet Whether or not he has any lingering regrets about his tenure there The fuel and drive he had after being let go and how he cultivated this for his other ventures The single biggest takeaway he got from his time working at Facebook The importance of developing a team and why Zuck was years ahead of the curve when it came to innovation Having systems and processes in place and considering even the finest details if you really want to stand out in business Planning ahead and thinking about how things are going to go months and even years down the road as opposed to making quick money now How Noah structures his goals and why he has so many professional and personal goals How to stay focused and not lose track of what he really wants to do When to ditch a goal and when to add on a new one Why Noah always does the things that make him happy as opposed to always focusing on work and always grinding Whether or not Noah plans on taking over Facebook one day and having a Steve-Jobs-like return Check out Noah on: Website: okdork.com Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/noah-kagan-presents Facebook: facebook.com/OkDork Instagram: instagram.com/noahkagan SendFox: Sendfox.com AppSumo: AppSumo.com Sponsors: *Subscribe to our YouTube channel by going to EliteManMagazine.com/youtube right now! * Have you joined the Elite Man Newsletter yet? If not, get on it now! Go to EliteManMagazine.com/newsletter and sign up to get special Elite Man content not seen nor heard anywhere else. Get all of our bonus podcast information, sneak peaks into upcoming shows, behind-the-scenes content, special offers, and exclusive Elite Man updates you won’t find anywhere else. I’m telling you if you’re not on our newsletter yet you’re missing out. Go to EliteManMagazine.com/newsletter and become a true member of the Elite Man Community. I look forward to speaking soon. EliteManMagazine.com/newsletter. *Check out our newest products and bundles at EliteLifeNutrition.com and save more than ever on the best supplements money can buy! Plus get free shipping on all U.S. orders over 75 bucks! *Follow Justin on Instagram for extra content not found anywhere else!
Today we're talking to AppSumo founder (aka Chief Sumo) Noah Kagan. Noah was employee #30 at Facebook and headed up marketing at Mint.com before it was sold for $170 million to Intuit less than 2 years later. His popular course Monthly1K.com helps budding entrepreneurs take action, validate their idea and launch businesses. Noah keeps a personal blog at Okdork.com focused on startups, marketing, self-exploration and his very public love of tacos. Click here for show notes. Leave some feedback: Who should I interview next? Please let me know on Twitter or in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, leave a short review here. Subscribe to Growth Everywhere on iTunes. Get the non-iTunes RSS feed Connect with Eric Siu: Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @ericosiu
What would it be like to lose $100 million +? How would you pick up the pieces and move on? Noah Kagan aka Rabbi Can't Lose aka the Taco Meister knows all about the ups and downs of start-ups, building solid businesses, the art of comedy (seriously, the dude is hilarious), and even a little bit about mountain biking. Noah is the Chief Sumo of Sumo.com (a domain he paid 1.5 million for), one of the most entertaining and motivating people I've ever spoken to, and is incredibly down to earth. I have a lot of respect and admiration for Noah, but after listening to many hours of him on both his podcast called Noah Kagan Presents as well as listening to him as a guest on other shows, I was even more inspired by his attitude, his down to earth vibe, and his commitment to always wanting to be better and challenging himself. We had so much to talk about that I barely scratched the surface with questions I wanted to ask him. From working in a cubicle at Intel, to being one of the first employees at Facebook and Mint.com, to building an incredible 8 figure business at AppSumo and Sumo.com, Rabbi Can't Lose has accomplished a lot. Not only that, he is a very introspective and curious person who is a very good conversationist. On top of AppSumo, King Sumo and Sumo.com, Noah has his podcast (as I mentioned) and also has a very fun and super informative YouTube Channel about business and behaviors that I find fascinating. He is the author of one of my favorite blog on business and marketing - Okdork.com. In this show, you'll get to hear Noah's scorecard for success, Noah's relationship with money, a challenge for YOU to try, and we even talk about things like what it means to Noah to be Jewish and what Noah thinks about retirement. Topics Discussed in the Podcast Jewish Should people retire? Thoughts on losing 100 million dollars Noah's relationship with money how Noah defines success coffee challenge Prioritization of time for biz vs personal time Listen Now Links AppSumo and Sumo.com Noah Kagan Presents Podcast Noah Kagan's Twitter Noah Kagan's Instagram OKdork.com (sign up for his newsletter) Noah Kagan's YouTube Channel The Coffee Challenge The book he mentioned: The Road Less Stupid by Keith J Cunningham Book: 5 Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni Friend of the Podcast: Küat Racks Join! Plant-Powered Tribe Facebook Group Shop My Store – Moxy & Grit The Best Mountain Bike Vacation EVER! Join me in Bend, Oregon Oct 4-7 Support the Show If you would like to support the growth my show, I'd love your contribution on. Patreon. The current production of this free show is primarily supported out of my own pocket and a small portion is covered through the donations on Patreon. With my Patreon page, you can donate directly to the show which will help me cover the costs and help it grow! Even 4 bucks a month- the cost of one coffee per month helps a LOT! Thanks, I really appreciate your support! Crowdfunding on Patreon – thank you! Shop my products! Leave a review or share on social media Don't forget to subscribe! Apple Podcasts Stitcher Google Play Spotify Thanks for listening!
Our guest today is the inspiring Noah Kagan, Founder, and Chief-Sumo at Sumo.com, AppSumo, OkDork, and a unique marketing specialist and business consultant. In this episode, Noah shared with us his best practices and routines for starting a business, and new perspectives on enjoying it and scaling that, into a thriving business or online brand.
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Productive Insights Podcast — Actionable Business Growth Ideas — with Ash Roy
Noah Kagan Throws Down A $1000 Challenge (Plus How To Push Past Your Comfort Zone) Noah Kagan is the founder and Chief Sumo of Sumo.com and AppSumo.com. AppSumo helps entrepreneurs grow their businesses.Fast!Before starting at AppSumo, he was employee number 30 at Facebook. His site, OkDork.com has excellent growth hacks and useful strategies which help entrepreneurs grow their businesses using content marketing and growth hacking strategies. Noah talks about his successes and failures with a lot of honesty, which I have found to be a refreshing change. And which is why I reached out to him to be a guest on the Productive Insights Podcast. If you haven't already checked it out, I highly recommend heading over to okdork.com. Share this Episode: Click to Tweet Links Mentioned: Click here to download the podcast shownotes Sumo.com AppSumo.com Mint.com OkDork.com www.CallAshRoy.com www.Youtube.com/ProductiveInsights Related Episodes: 062. Suzi Dafnis On How To Find Your Ideal Mentor And The Value Of Mentorshi 128. International News Anchor — Julie MacDonald — And I Discuss Actionable Strategies Around Using Authenticity To Build An Enduring Business Brand Books Mentioned: Principles: Life and Work Key Points and Insights 2:06 - How to overcome discomfort around being on video 4:52 - Attitude is key: Control what you can and proactively accept what you can't control. 5:39 - "What was once hard is now easy" - Noah Kagan 6:27 - The importance of learning to be comfortable with discomfort (and actually doing it - not just saying it) 7:40 - On focus : If you're not saying "No" to at least one thing each day, you're not focused 10:00 - Noah throws down a $1,000 challenge ... Which Ash accepts (and has now completed as at the publishing date of this podcast episode) 10:27 - There's a LOT of advice online (you need to be selective about who you listen to) 11:19 - The importance of bringing accountability into your life to launch as soon as feasible and let the market give you feedback (rather than get into analysis paralysis) 14:03 - Can launching early (and letting the market provide feedback) hurt your brand? 15:25 - Vulnerability is sometimes appealing 15:52 - Noah Kagan Presents Podcast vs Noah's YouTube challenge - a discussion around which one's working better 17:28 - The importance of getting onto a new medium early (being 'first to market' on a new medium is important) 24:56 - Action Steps and Key Insights Action Steps Don't wait for 'perfect' before you launch - launch when you have something of value and then iterate based on market feedback Focus on fewer things (learn to say no more often) Understand the audience intent when using different mediums / media
On today’s episode, I’m chatting with my buddy Noah Kagan. If you’d know who he is, you’re in for a treat... Noah was employee #30 at Facebook, he was an early employee at Mint.com as their Director of Marketing, and he’s the founder of AppSumo and SumoMe. Noah is a fellow podcaster, hosting a great show called Noah Kagan Presents, which I listen to regularly, and his OkDork.com blog has a ton of meaty/actionable content you can check out. In this episode, we dive into a bunch of different topics, including... why Noah is no longer getting a $1 cost for email signups from his Facebook ads how he’s really feeling about Facebook advertising right now (you might be surprised at his answer here!) and why you should be looking for what he calls the “20% of marketing opportunities” when trying to decide where to put your focus. We also cover so much more in this episode. Things like... ...comparing ourselves to others, Noah’s feelings of what true success is and why starting a podcast may not be the best strategy when you’re starting out and trying to build an audience. You’ll hear Noah talk a lot about how he’s been able to achieve amazing results by setting clear goals, and then testing the things that he knows his team can control. This overarching conversation will give you lots of new ideas, strategies and things to think about that you can implement in your business –starting today. On the Show Today You’ll Learn: How to create a simple marketing plan for your business, while asking yourself “What is the activity you can double and what is the activity you can kill?” Why even though Noah is spending thousands on Facebook ads every month, he still feels like we should be spending most of our efforts elsewhere How Noah is currently finding success with marketing strategies that use urgency, and then other alternatives to paid ads like gift cards. What a Proactive Dashboard is and how it can be used to find new opportunities How Leading Indicator Goals can empower your team and grow your business What he’s doing on YouTube (for free!) to see significant bumps in views of older videos How he repurposes content and why he’s moving towards longer segments of his podcast to use as YouTube videos And more... Coming up next week I’ll be bringing you a Facebook ads strategy from a listener of the podcast who’s using what he learns from the show to get incredible results for boutique fitness and yoga studios in the Houston, Texas area. We’re going to break down two recent campaigns; one where he generated $15,000 in class sales on a Facebook ad spend of $50 and another that brought in over $58,000 on a spend of only $330 dollars. Can’t wait to share that one with you… FBA Live Announced for December 2017! I’m super pumped up to announce my upcoming live Facebook ads implementation workshop here in San Diego. FBA Live is going to start on Thursday evening, December 7th with an opening night happy hour and then we’ll go Friday and Saturday, December 8th and 9th. As I mentioned this is an implementation workshop so we’ll be actually working on your Facebook ad campaigns together over the two days and we’ll be having conversations around strategy and areas for improvement for your campaigns. So much has changed with Facebook ads over the last two months, let alone this year, and my goal is to have you walking away with things set up the right way and improvements made. When you sign-up for the workshop, it will include access to or a large credit toward one of my training programs which you’ll need go through as much as you can prior to the event. The reason is, I want this workshop to have the biggest impact for you, so it’s not going to be for complete beginners. If you’re already one of my students, you’re going to get a big-time discount off the cost of the event. Again, so that we can have the biggest impact on working with you, spots are going to be limited. You can learn more and grab your spot at rickmulready.com/earlyinterest. I love doing these live workshops, hanging out with you for a few days and really moving your Facebook ads and business forward.
Noah Kagan (@noahkagan) is the Chief Sumo at Sumo.com and AppSumo.com, sharer of all manner of entrepreneurial wisdom at OkDork.com, and podcaster at Noah Kagan Presents. The Cheat Sheet: Why limitations often spur innovation. Why side hustles aren't for everyone. What it means (and how) to build your wall a brick at a time. Why there's no hack for wisdom -- and how you should be learning. Why the success of a company should exceed the ego and recognition of its founder. And so much more... Full show notes at https://theartofcharm.com/658/ Find out more about the team who makes The Art of Charm podcast here! With pain-free invoicing, FreshBooks helps entrepreneurs and freelancers save time and avoid a lot of the stress that comes with running a small business. Try a month of unrestricted use for free here (no credit card required)! Enter ART OF CHARM in the How You Heard About Us section. Whether you're a lady or a gent, you don't need to know what MicroModal fabric is to enjoy the comfort of MeUndies; you just need to wear them -- support this show (and yourself) with MeUndies here for 20% off! Does your business have an Internet presence? Now save a whopping 50% on new webhosting packages here with HostGator by using coupon code CHARM! SmartBiz Loans is the most trusted place to apply for the SBA loan you need to grow your business. Visit smartbizloans.com and use promo code CHARM for $500 off your closing costs! Free yourself from typing notes, reports, and documents by going with the transcriptionists we trust here at AoC: TranscriptionOutsourcing.net -- 99% or higher accuracy guaranteed! HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! If you dig the show, please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from the crowd and help people find the credible advice they need. Review the show in iTunes! We rely on it! http://www.theartofcharm.com/mobilereview Stay Charming!
Noah Kagan is Co-Founder/Chief Sumo at Sumo.com and AppSumo.com, where he helps entrepreneurs kick more ass. Before working at Intel, Noah was employee #30 at Facebook and #4 at Mint. His blog, OkDork.com, provides in-depth guides and strategies on how to start a business, marketing, and more. Noah Kagan is, in my opinion, the #1 dude for helping people learn how to start and grow their business. His course, Monthly1K, had a big impact on my business growth and mindset. I took this opportunity to ask Noah what he's doing to grow his own podcast, Noah Kagan Presents. We cover: How to optimise, market and get reviews for your podcast How to manage money to optimise your quality of life The most important things to focus on when starting a business And more. This episode is brought to you by Hituni.com, providers of the best online courses in high intensity training that come highly recommended by Dr. Doug McGuff and Discover Strength CEO, Luke Carlson. Course contributors include world-class exercise experts like Drew Baye, Ellington Darden and Skyler Tanner. There are courses for both trainers and trainees. So even if you’re not a trainer but someone who practices HIT, this course can help you figure out how to improve your progress and get best results. Check out Hituni.com, add the course you want to your shopping cart and enter the coupon code ‘CW10’ to get 10% off your purchase! This episode is brought to you by VitalExercise.com, a one-of-kind personal training facility in the UK owned and run by world class personal trainer, Ted Harrison. For over 30 years, Ted has been very successful in helping people achieve great results, and, if you’ve seen the blog posts for his episodes on this podcast, you’ve seen that he walks the walk. For 56, he looks amazing! Operating from a HIT base, Ted uses an eclectic mix of training styles to optimise results for his clients. Ted put me through one of the best workouts of my life and is someone I go to for advice often. To book a free consultation either at his facility in Essex in the UK or to find out more about his virtual coaching, which includes personalised training, nutritional and motivational advice, go here where you can fill in a contact form or phone Ted directly for more info. To subscribe via email and get my FREE eBook with 6 podcast transcripts with guests like Dr Doug McGuff, Drew Baye and Skyler Tanner – Click here
Noah Kagan is Chief Sumo and founder of Sumo.com and AppSumo.com. He blogs about his personal and business experiences at OkDork.com, and his new podcast is called Noah Kagan Presents. Noah has built up a number of successful businesses and is always toying with new ideas or looking for the next big business opportunity, so he was the perfect person to brainstorm with. Note: Click here to download Noah’s tips to help you brainstorm and validate business ideas. If you’re stuck at the idea generation phase or pulling the trigger on your ideas, this episode is going to give you food for thought. Noah is a master at this stuff and doesn't sugarcoat anything. And if you already have an idea you’re sitting on, he explains exactly how he validates his own ideas before moving forward and what steps you need to take. Don’t be afraid of failure either. “I’ve never actually met someone who has made money or grown successful businesses that hasn’t had things that didn’t work out,” Noah said. Tune in to hear how Noah comes up with interesting and unique business ideas, how he validates them, and how he splits his time between content creation and marketing.
My guest today got fired from Facebook and lost $100 Million which is what his stock would have been worth today! He also lost $1.7 million worth of stock by walking away from his job at Mint.com I would say he’s probably lost more money than all the people I know combined. And yet he has become a huge success. In fact he has built multiple products that have generated more than 7 figures and has grown his email list to over 700,000 followers Today Noah Kagan is the Chief Sumo of Sumo.com which offers free tools to help grow website traffic. Oh and by the way he spent $1.5 million to buy the domain! His blog known as OKDork.com is where he shares his wild obsession with tacos and reveals what has worked for him in business and in life. Most recently he’s become the host of the ‘Noah Kagan Presents’ podcast show where he chats with other successful entrepreneurs. I have been a huge fan of Noah for a while and look forward to receiving his witty yet highly enriching emails. I didn’t think I could do him justice with this intro so I put together a short rap to give him the welcoming he deserves … ok here goes … He’s a little bit of a Joka and his head looks like it was shaved with a Mowa but he’ll take you out of your self induced coma. He lost it all and fell Lowa and Lowa, before he rose to the top and now he’s got what to show faw. So listen to his advice and he’ll show ya, how to ignite your business like a grenade throwa . He may have got fired but now he’s the Owna. Stop getting stuck, stop going slowa, pick up the pace and let me introduce to you the one and only .. Noah! What you will learn: How to surround yourself with people that are great at things your not How to challenge yourself to get better results How long should you take to validate a business What steps to take to validate your idea How to tap into your existing resources Noah’s $100 challenge Noah’s Coffee challenge My elevator challenge … and MUCH MORE Interesting highlights: Noah was fired from Facebook which cost him over $100 million Noah has built an email list of over 700,000 and an 8 figure business Noah challenges me at the end of my show Noah challenged me to write my book by April 10th 2018 or I will give every listener $20 Noah’s #1 practical advice: ValidateTweet This Wanna pick Noah’s brain? Join my exclusive FB group now (https://www.facebook.com/groups/canipickyourbrain) ! Resources & Links: Why Noah got fired from Facebook (http://okdork.com/why-i-got-fired-from-facebook-a-100-million-dollar-lesson/) AppSumo.com (http://www.appsumo.com) Get Featured (http://www.GetFeatured.com) (Sponsor) Thank You for Listening! I would like to personally thank you for listening to my podcast. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it with others. Just click on the social buttons below. Also, if you podcast on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/can-i-pick-your-brain/id1076916148?mt=2) , you would be joining me on my mission to help as many people as I can become really successful. And finally if you haven’t already subscribed podcast on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/can-i-pick-your-brain/id1076916148?mt=2) , so you can get automatic updates whenever another episode goes live!
In this episode you’ll learn how Brian from Backlinko made $100,000 from a 2,000 person email list, the specific metrics for optimizing YouTube videos AND 1 tactic that permanently changed OkDork after this episode. Show notes at http://okdork.com/podcast/11
Time for Fan Mail Friday, where we'll be answering your questions and dropping some knowledge and feedback to help you kick the weekend off right. Let's cut to it! In this episode: If you listen to hours of personal growth podcasts like The Art of Charm every day, how can you be sure that you're not just wasting your time consuming all this information for nothing? A long-time listener tells us why he recently unsubscribed. Jordan shares another one of his shady teenage exploits. You'll always have to compromise in relationships, but you won't have to settle. If you've been in a relationship for a little over a year, is it a red flag if neither of you have brought up the "L" word? Quick shoutouts to Tristan in Lviv, Ukraine and Will Bezbatchenko in Kyrgyzstan! Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@theartofcharm.com! If you're only going to take one supplement to boost energy, balance nutrition, and aid digestion, then Athletic Greens, with its 76 natural ingredients, is what we recommend. Art of Charm listeners get 50% off here! Our friend Noah Kagan (of OkDork and AppSumo) has a new podcast we think you should check out here -- tell him AoC sent you! Does your business have an Internet presence? Now save a whopping 50% on new webhosting packages here with HostGator by using coupon code CHARM! Find out more about the team who makes The Art of Charm podcast here! Show notes at http://theartofcharm.com/fmf99/ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! If you dig the show, please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from the crowd and help people find the credible advice they need. Review the show in iTunes! We rely on it! http://www.theartofcharm.com/mobilereview Stay Charming!
[Noah Kagan](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noah_Kagan) is the founder of [KickFlip](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/kickflip#/entity) and [AppSumo](http://www.appsumo.com/). Prior to founding his businesses, he was Employee #30 at [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/) working as a product manager and later joined [Mint.com](https://www.mint.com/) as the Director of Marketing. Listen as Noah shares why you need to launch as quickly as you can, the traits you should be honing, and the reason why you can never blame marketing for not selling. Connect with Noah on his blog [OkDork](http://okdork.com/) or at [SumoMe](https://sumome.com/). ## Key Quote “I think what I've done well and what worked for me is that I launched very quickly, and I keep iterating, very aggressively.” ## What You'll Learn 1. What KickFlip is and how Noah founded it 2. Why it's helpful to launch quickly 3. From KickFlip to Gambit 4. Why resourcefulness and flexibility are important traits you should have 5. Practicing the challenge of asking for money 6. How to limit the amount of time you have 7. Why you cannot blame marketing when you don't sell 8. Building your network 9. How Noah plans out his goals 10. Why Noah recommends having quarterly themes 11. Why you need to take more time to think things through 12. The importance of reviewing your previous week with an accountability partner 13. Why you need to spend more to save on time ------- [Get the FREE Optimize, Automate, Outsource Blueprint here.](%20https:/go.lessdoing.com/blueprint?utm_campaign=blueprint-ari&utm_medium=link&utm_source=podcast) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lessdoing/message
Noah Kagan first appeared on Love Your Work back on episode 41. On that episode, we talked about why discomfort is your compass, and learned that Noah even makes his bed in hotel rooms. I asked Noah to come back on the show because he had a blog post awhile back that I wanted to ask him about. It's called "my organization system," over on his blog, Okdork.com, and he talks pretty in-depth about how he manages his calendar week-to-week. I've been thinking a lot about managing mental energy throughout the week – after all, productivity – especially creative productivity – is more about mind management than it is about time management. So, listen to this show to hear, in-depth, how Noah optimizes his creative output by managing his mental energy. How does he get into flow? How does he juggle all of the details of running AppSumo and SumoMe? And how does he recharge? Noah is also joining the world of podcasters with his new show, Noah Kagan Presents. Noah interviewed me, and that episode should come out in a few weeks. Go subscribe to Noah Kagan Presents to be sure not to miss it. Sponsors http://kadavy.net/freshbookshttp://kadavy.net/ac http://kadavy.net/treehouse Show notes: http://kadavy.net/blog/posts/noah-kagan-interview-2/
Welcome to Minisode Monday, where we kick off the week with something quick and actionable -- to make you more magnetic and effective -- that you can implement right away. As much as we might wish otherwise, personal growth isn't a comfortable process. AppSumo and OkDork's Noah Kagan rejoins us for this Minisode Monday to talk about how we can at least make sure it's a good discomfort rather than a bad discomfort. Let's get to it! The Cheat Sheet: In order to grow, you have to step outside of your comfort zone. Not all discomfort is guaranteed to help you grow. Learn to tell the difference between the "good" discomfort that teaches you valuable lessons and "bad" discomfort that puts you through some kind of an ordeal without benefiting you in any way. Noah compares eating so much food that you can barely waddle away from the dinner table (bad discomfort) to going for a seven-mile walk with a good friend that results in sore legs -- but stronger muscles and better endurance -- and excellent conversation (good discomfort). Sometimes your brain will try to convince you the discomfort on the intended path ahead is bad when it's really good -- we're excellent at making excuses to avoid discomfort entirely. This week, try to step outside of your comfort zone in a way that promotes good discomfort. Noah recommends something simple: "Get out your phone right now and text someone something you wouldn't normally text them." It's an easy way to work out your discomfort muscle with minimal danger (though Jordan offers a few caveats you'd be wise to consider first). To learn more about social dynamics and productivity hacks, take the Art of Charm Challenge by clicking here, or text CHARMED to 33444. Also be sure to check out our Social Capital Intensive here! Let us know about how you put today's Minisode Monday into practice! Leave a comment below, tweet with @TheArtofCharm in your response, or write to Jordan directly: jordan@theartofcharm.com (he reads everything)! If you're only going to take one supplement to boost energy, balance nutrition, and aid digestion, then Athletic Greens, with its 76 natural ingredients, is what we recommend. Art of Charm listeners get 50% off here! Listen to The Art of Charm, Beyond the Darkness, and hundreds of your favorite podcasts with the free PodcastOne app (on iOS and Android) here! Does your business have an Internet presence? Now save a whopping 50% on new webhosting packages here with HostGator by using coupon code CHARM! Find out more about the team who makes The Art of Charm podcast here! Show notes at http://theartofcharm.com/mm35/ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! If you dig the show, please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from the crowd and help people find the credible advice they need. Review the show in iTunes! We rely on it! http://www.theartofcharm.com/mobilereview Stay Charming!
In this Minisode Monday, AppSumo and OkDork's Noah Kagan rejoins us to talk about putting simple systems in place to boost productivity. The good news: it's not as complicated as you may think. Let's get to it! The Cheat Sheet: What are the two things that keep most people from being productive? What environment best lends itself to your productivity? Do you feel better when you're creating or consuming? Why is email such a poor way to maintain productivity -- and what might serve you better? How do you know when to stop dismissing something that's worth your time? And lots more... To learn more about social dynamics and productivity hacks, take the Art of Charm Challenge by clicking here, or text CHARMED to 33444. Also be sure to check out our Social Capital Intensive here! Let us know about how you put today's Minisode Monday into practice! Leave a comment below, tweet with @TheArtofCharm in your response, or write to Jordan directly: jordan@theartofcharm.com (he reads everything)! Does your business have an Internet presence? Now save a whopping 50% on new webhosting packages here with HostGator by using coupon code CHARM! Listen to The Art of Charm, The Adam Corolla Show, and hundreds of your favorite podcasts with the free PodcastOne app (on iOS and Android) here! Find out more about the team who makes The Art of Charm podcast here! Show notes at http://theartofcharm.com/podcast-episodes/minisode-monday-33-productivity-tricks-with-noah-kagan/ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! If you dig the show, please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from the crowd and help people find the credible advice they need. Review the show in iTunes! We rely on it! http://www.theartofcharm.com/mobilereview Stay Charming!
In this first of two meet the hosts episodes, Nate Shivar talks about his non-traditional SEO career path and plans. We talk about lessons learned in SEO, business, advertising, plus the future of digital publishing, learning how to think at scale and Nate’s most miserable failure in digital marketing. Links Mentioned Shivarweb.com Okdork.com EZDentRepair.com Moz’s […] The post #22: Lessons Learned in SEO & Business from Nate Shivar (Meet The Hosts Part 1) appeared first on Bamboo Chalupa Podcast.
“To be in the 1% you have to do what the 99% won't.” -Unknown Noah Kagan got fired from Facebook...and proceeded to kick ass, again and again.Noah Kagan of Okdork.com was a cubicle slave at Intel, #30 at Facebook (AND GOT FIRED), #4 at Mint.com and has gone on to start two 7-figure businesses, his latest is AppSumo.com.In this entrepreneurship-oriented episode of the show, we'll discuss:-Why scarcity mindsets hinder growth-How networking REALLY works and why you need to do it no matter what industry you're in-Tips from the pros on how to ‘get known'-How to “give value” even when you think you have nothing to offer-Digging your well before you need it-Why it's “all about who you know” and why this is a GOOD thing-Why spending your time with high-quality people is crucial-How to reverse-engineer anything and work backwards from what you want-How to engage your creative brain and defeat creative block-Where to start when creating and running a new business-Finding out who has your customers-Where to look for and acquire them for yourself-Where to start selling and how Testing and gaining experience to master your own business.You'll also like:The Art of Charm ToolboxBest of The Art of Charm Podcast HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! If you dug this episode, please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from all the fluff out there. Ways to subscribe to The Art of Charm Click here to subscribe via iTunesClick here to subscribe via RSSYou can also subscribe via Stitcher FEEDBACK + PROMOTION Hit us up with your comments and guest suggestions. We read EVERYTHING. Download the FREE AoC app for iPhoneEmail jordanh@theartofcharm.comGive us a call at 888.413.7177 Stay Charming!
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