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“The show must go on baby. You gotta keep going man. Never know what's gonna happen when you're doing it live with no net, you never know.”Being a professional speaker means navigating some of the craziest and most unpredictable moments imaginable. This week, Shane Sams joins Grant on the show to recount some of his funniest and most challenging moments on the speaking trail. You never know what you're going to encounter when you're walking into a speaking gig, but the best speakers know how to roll with the punches and "be a pro" even when things go completely off the rails. Shane and Grant have some great advice on how to handle the unexpected and chaotic moments, all learned from their own experiences over the years.Shane also opens up about his struggles with his health and how he learned to deal with burnout. Balancing your health with the exhausting lifestyle of living on the road can be a challenge for any speaker, but finding your own boundaries and thresholds is incredibly important. This lighthearted and engaging conversation is something you don't want to miss. From flying squirrels to napping audience members, you'll hear some incredible war stories from Shane and Grant this week that will make you laugh and teach you how to navigate your own challenging moments in the future. You'll learn:How to navigate the hard moments on stageWhy composure & humor are your best toolsWhat honest communication can do for your relationshipsThe importance of prioritizing your mental & physical healthWhy you should learn from the prosAnd much, much more!“You gotta say the words whether anyone is paying attention or not.”Episode Resources:Shane's WebsiteGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shane Sams is a speaker, author, coach, and entrepreneur known for helping people build and grow online businesses through courses, coaching, and community memberships. As the co-founder of Flipped Lifestyle, Shane empowers individuals to earn income online, take control of their time, and achieve personal freedom. He is the host of The Flipped Lifestyle Podcast, where he shares success stories and practical strategies with his audience. Shane also hosts The Shane Sams Show, featuring expert interviews and insights on business, personal growth, and storytelling. Shane's mission is to help people tell their stories, leverage their gifts, and create lasting impact while living life on their own terms.   In this episode, we talked to Shane about his entrepreneurship community, what it takes to tell a good story, his new book Earn More, Live More, and much more.   Announcement: Learn about our Apartment Investing Mastermind here.   Effective Storytelling;   02:26 Shane's background; 13:56 An insight into the entrepreneurship community; 19:56 What it takes to tell a good story; 32:33 About Shane's new book: Earn More, Live More; 33:54 Round of Insights   Announcement: Download our Sample Deal package here.   Round of Insights   Apparent Failure: A mistake at a live event. Digital Resource: Kajabi.com. Most Recommended Book: Profit First. Daily Habit: Tending to his kids first thing in the morning, and then going to gym every day. #1 Insight for being an effective storyteller: Being authentic and truthful is the key. Best place to grab a bite in Corbin, KY: The Wrigley.   Contact Shane: Website   Thank you for joining us for another great episode! If you're enjoying the show, please LEAVE A RATING OR REVIEW,  and be sure to hit that subscribe button so you do not miss an episode.

Hey y'all, it's Shane Sams, and I'm so excited to bring you another incredible story from the Flipped Lifestyle Community! Today, I'm talking to Jessica Stipanovic, an amazing entrepreneur who has turned her passion for helping others into a thriving online business. Jessica's journey is nothing short of inspiring. She's hosting writing sessions, launching a podcast, and building the Female Entrepreneur Organization to support and empower women in their entrepreneurial journeys. In this episode, we dive into: How Jessica overcame personal struggles, including alcoholism, to reclaim her life and rediscover her purpose. The power of community and how surrounding yourself with the right people can help you grow your business. Tips on balancing family and entrepreneurship—because we know how challenging that can be! Practical advice for launching a podcast and engaging your audience online. How Jessica is turning her ideas into action to build a business that impacts others. Jessica's story is proof that with the right mindset, strategy, and support, you can overcome anything and create the life you dream about. Check out Jessica's work and connect with her at: ➡️ JessicaStipanovic.com

Send us a textIn this episode of Authors Who Lead, I host a conversation with Shane Sams, a man whose journey from small-town school teacher to successful entrepreneur is as inspiring as it is educational. Shane Sams has dedicated his career to teaching others how to achieve financial independence by building online businesses. With over 1,000 podcast episodes and countless success stories from his students, Shane shares his insights on overcoming initial skepticism, the importance of authenticity in writing and business, and how a meaningful message can elevate one's life both personally and professionally.Timestamp:00:00 Son's mistreatment sparked a journey to entrepreneurship success.06:26 Realized book was too vast; reconsidered approach.10:08 Book completion redefined my business and life.12:38 His book strategically guides all marketing efforts.15:24- The story founded the business and was told on a podcast.17:50 The Author insisted on writing the first book draft.21:22 Hire a coach to write technical parts.24:26 Show genuine care to connect with your audience.28:31 Book focuses on simplicity for effective messaging.30:04 Writing realization during Kentucky winter morning story.34:17 Immigrant pursues dream: English, college, business success.36:22 Entrepreneur and aspiring doctor succeed, inspiring others.40:55 Title reflects meaningful work, not just money.43:02 Grateful acknowledgment of love, heartfelt response.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS

In this episode of the Flipped Lifestyle Podcast, Shane Sams interviews Flipped Lifestyle Hall of Famer Jeanette Stein, one of the earliest and most inspiring success stories from the Flipped Lifestyle community. Jeanette shares her incredible journey from nearly two decades as a math teacher to becoming a successful online entrepreneur. She started by building a math tutoring business and later pivoted to using AI tools to scale her impact even further. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Jeanette's story of transitioning from teaching math for almost 20 years to building an online business. How burnout and personal challenges led Jeanette to pursue financial freedom through her math blog and online membership. The power of waking up early and dedicating focused time to build a business, even while balancing a family of six. How Jeanette leveraged her existing audience of 10,000 subscribers to create a profitable membership that replaced her teaching salary. Why AI tools like ChatGPT have become a game-changer for Jeanette, helping her grow her business even faster. Key Takeaways: Success takes consistency—Jeanette built her business from 4 AM to 6 AM every day while raising six children. Turning an email list into a source of income can be the key to quitting your 9-to-5 job. The importance of community: Jeanette credits the Flipped Lifestyle community for guiding her to launch a successful membership. With the availability of AI tools and the right support system, there's never been a better time to start an online business. Check Out Jeanette's Work: Jeanette now helps entrepreneurs use AI tools to grow their businesses. Learn more about her work at jeanettestein.com. Join the Flipped Lifestyle Community: Ready to start or grow your online business? Head over to flippedlifestyle.com to learn more about our community and access the Flipped Lifestyle Blueprint. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave us a 5-star review! Until next time, get out there, take action, and do whatever it takes to flip your life!

#815 This may shock you, but our most popular episode isn't one of my interviews with famous guests like Tim Ferris or Gary Vanerchuck. It's actually session 122 with Shane and Jocelyn Sams, two teachers turned millionaire entrepreneurs! In today's episode, I'm excited to have Shane back on the show to learn about the next step in this incredible journey. He shares a peek at his first book, Earn More, Live More, and delivers an absolute masterclass in storytelling for business. We discuss the ups and downs of the writing process and the mindset tricks that finally unlocked Shane's inspiration. We also dive into an effective story framework you can leverage again and again to grow and engage your audience. Shane and I also get into rebranding to enter the next chapter of your life and why everyone should have a podcast even if no one listens. Enjoy! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session815.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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"I remember you kind of making this decision to turn The Speaker Lab into what it is today. You wanted to scale it, you wanted to grow it, make a bigger impact on people, and you really did, man." - Shane SamsToday we're celebrating a massive milestone on The Speaker Lab Podcast, so, here's the deal! We invited Grant's good friend Shane Sams to interview Grant about his speaking journey, how The Speaker Lab came into existence, and what it's been like to podcast for oh, you know, almost a decade.As we celebrate this episode, we want to thank each and every one of you who have subscribed, listened to the show, and shared it with others over the years. We couldn't have published 500 episodes without your support. We're not going anywhere, either — stayed tuned for more exciting news ahead! In this conversation, you'll get a peek behind the scenes as they discuss:00:00 What was your dream for this podcast when you started it? 05:36 Grant's intro to podcasting and the start of the Speaker Lab dream.08:49 “But how do you actually book a gig?” 10:56 How Grant evaluated and then iterated his first course.13:34 Grant's shift from speaker to teacher, to coach. 17:05 The early and long-standing speaking connections Grant made. 19:44 Grant reflects on the ripple effects of the impact speaking makes for people.23:55 How Grant transitioned from church work to Speaker Lab.28:04 The importance of creating deep relationships to grow your speaking career.31:41 Grant's take on being genuine, helpful, and intentional when networking. 34:37 Shane's personal experience with Grant's above-average care for the people in his network. 36:32 A real story of learning from others and building great relationships that lead to growth.Episode Resources:Get Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Tara currently gets her income from e-commerce, YouTube, crypto, real estate investing, and more, and she wants to help other people work around their life instead of live around their work. She recently took a six week trip in her RV and was able to do that by having several sources of passive income. On this coaching call, Shane Sams and Tara Eitman come up with a plan of how to get people into Tara's membership. This plan includes creating content regularly and promoting that content on various channels. They talk about the 80/20 rule and how getting something done is better than being a perfectionist. Learn more about Tara at TheDifferentLife.com! In today's episode you'll learn: Content marketing strategies How you can use lead magnets to build your email list How memberships are multiple streams of income How to get over perfectionism How to improve your copy to get people to join your membership We would love to have you as a member of The Flipped Lifestyle Community! All you need is 100 people to pay you $50/m online to make $5,000/m, $60,000/y! Click here to learn more: https://flippedlifestyle.com/free

Today's guest on the podcast is long-time Flipped Lifestyle community member, Ben Pugh! Ben is the host of the IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective podcast, where his mission is to help parents who are struggling with their teens and want a better relationship. Ben has a successful business in which he coaches parents, but he is trying to transition from 1-on-1 coaching into a membership model. Shane Sams and Ben discuss different approaches that Ben can take to build his membership, which currently has 5 paying members. Ben's membership is a bit complicated because he has partners who are also involved, so how can they best serve their members, and how much should they be charging for group coaching, individual coaching, and the membership? It's also important to remember that your business doesn't have to be an “either/or” business; you can have a membership and also offer more personalized services. You can find Ben Pugh at BenPughCoaching.com. In today's episode you'll learn: How to take your coaching business and turn it into a membership Your membership can include coaching; it doesn't have to be either/or Do the things that make your business profitable How to handle running a membership with partners We can help you start, build, and grow an income from home even if you've never made a dime online! Learn how at https://www.flippedlifestyle.com!

In today's episode, Toby Mathis, Esq. welcomes Shane Sams, CEO and Co-Founder of Flippedlifestyle.com. Shane is one half of the dynamic duo at FlippedLifestyle.com with his wife Jocelyn. The Sams Family built an online membership business that generates hundreds of thousands of dollars per year in profit, while only requiring a few hours of work per week. Now they help other people build & grow online memberships of their own. Highlights/Topics: Shane's path to finding his own side gig Librarians and their challenges Selling what you know and solving problems Startup costs and hosting platforms The moment Shane decided to change paths Yard sales to get start-up money The Toddler Apocalypse blog Some great monetization ideas What are people charging per month? Crazy ideas that worked - chickens and needle felting You can probably achieve your goals with an online business First steps to take Resources: Flipped Lifestyle https://www.flippedlifestyle.net/a/2147732658/ZQEgEiNx Toby Mathis on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/tobymathisesq Anderson Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/ Infinity Investing https://infinityinvesting.com/   

Today's guest on the podcast is Flipped Lifestyle community member Mike Buchanan! Mike is in software development, has created multiple products over the years, and he now wants to move into online business and create a membership, but he has a dilemma: too many ideas! Mike and Shane Sams will try to figure out which of Mike's three ideas provides the best path to a profitable online business. Focus on the one that has the best chance to succeed by going all-in. If you try ideas A, B, and C at the same time, you make it more difficult to see what works. Brainstorming, choosing which idea is quickest to get to market, and using SWOT analysis will give you clarity on which idea you should pursue. In today's episode you'll learn: How to decide which online business idea to try Don't let your biases or assumptions get in the way How to prioritize and go all-in on one idea Don't let your biases or assumptions get in the way We can help you start, build, and grow an income from home even if you've never made a dime online! Learn how at https://www.flippedlifestyle.com!

Conducting interviews is an art. And, you can learn to produce better interviews with just a few steps. Today, I'll give you four ways to create better interviews. I also have examples for you to help you make progress. Then, I'm going to give you a great deal on my course How To Crush Your Next Podcast Interview Like A Radio Pro Without Decades Of Training And Hours Of Preparation. Just for being a listener, you'll get over half off the course. STORIES The first way to create great interviews is to not make it an interview. In my course, pop star Jason Derulo says he hates interviews. He would rather have a conversation. The key to engaging interviews is the art of the story. Get your guest to tell authentic stories. Shane Sams is the host of the Flipped Lifestyle podcast. He helps real families create a membership site and make their living online. In this episode, he shares a great story about his son Isaac. Shane was being real and authentic. It takes courage to be that raw. That's why few people do it and why it will make you stand out from everyone else. When you share your authentic self with your listeners, you show that you trust them. The law of reciprocity will kick in and they will begin trusting you. THE SPACE The next way to create better podcast interviews is that space that Shane left in his episode. So many podcasters want to edit out that silence. When you edit out the silence, you sterilize the story. The silence will cause your listener to lean in. It catches their attention. Your listener will also try to predict what will happen next. That anticipation is exciting. They naturally want to close the loop. Have you ever watched American Idol, America's Got Talent, or any of the other reality shows like it? You know the host is going to pause longer than natural. Yet you still lean in and want the answer even more. The same is true with your podcast. Create anticipation by leaving in the pregnant pause. Let me give you an example. Alex Hormozi hosts a podcast called The Game. He published a fantastic book called "$100M Offers". His new book "$100M Leads" will be released during an online event on August 19th. Get the details at www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/100M. Alex was recently interviewed on Diary of a CEO with host Steven Bartlett. He then repurposed an edited, shortened version of that interview on his podcast. These two versions will give you a great example of how the conversation is affected by removing the silence. Here is a bit of the original version. Can you feel the emotion build up in Alex as he is talking about the impact his wife has had on him? You could cut that emotion with a knife. The host Steven Bartlett did an amazing job NOT talking. Rather than jumping in because he was uncomfortable in the silence, Steven let it sit there. He let the listener feel the emotion. That was fantastic. True pro. Now, this is a sterilized version from Alex's episode with the silence shortened. Notice how the anticipation is sucked out of this version. Can you see how removing the silence completely wipes out the emotion. INCLUDE YOUR LISTENER Next, treat your listener like they are sitting right there next to you. Bring your listener in as the 3rd party to the conversation. Your listener isn't part of a group or "everybody out there". They are listening to you typically with ear buds or alone in their car. Your podcast is a very intimate conversation. They aren't "out there". You are in their head having this conversation. When you say "everyone" or "hey guys" or use terms like "out there", you separate your listener from the conversation. They will think, "Who is everyone? I'm sitting here by myself." Include them in the conversation. Don't leave them "out there". Here is an example from the Flipped Lifestyle podcast again. By using "everyone out there", the host just removed us from the conversation. We aren't part of the clique. Now here is another example from the same episode. The host does a great job simply turning his focus from Jason the guest to us as the listener. When the host says "do what Jason did", he is speaking directly to me as a listener. He speaks to one person rather than everyone. This will make your interviews connect in a powerful way with your listeners. FRAME THEN ASK My final tip is regarding a misstep I hear many podcasters make. When we are conducting an interview, we spend a lot of time thinking about our next question rather than having a conversation. When there is a pause or the guest finishes their answer, we jump in with the next question. Then we try to add context to the question or we give multiple choice answers to help the guest better understand what we are trying to say. By the time we are done qualifying the question, we've either asked two more questions and completely confused our guest, or they have forgotten the original question. Instead, have a conversation. Give context and set up the question. Then ask it. Here is a sample from Daymond John's podcast That Moment when he is interviewing Barbara Corcoran. Daymond says, "Where does the tunnel vision come from?" He then offers a ton of clarifying comments. That eventually leads him to ask, "Do you realize that's a gift or no?" Add the context and clarifying comments before you ask the question. THE COURSE These are just four tips to producing better interviews. If you would like to take your interviews to a whole new level and separate yourself from every other podcast in your niche, check out my interviewing course. It is called Crush Your Next Podcast Interview Like A Radio Pro Without Decades Of Training And Hours Of Preparation. If you are a podcaster who conducts interviews with guests on your podcast, this course is for you. Others can copy your information, interview questions and formula. But when you use the principles you will discover in this course, you will create unique interviews unlike any other. In this program, you will discover... Why we conduct interviews Your personal why The essential elements of unique interviews 17 most powerful interview questions How to ask great questions This course was developed from my experience and interviews over 3 decades in radio. It include examples and tips from my interviews with Lady Gaga, Uncle Kracker, Carrie Underwood and many others. Many coaches struggle to use their interview style podcast as a marketing tool for their business. Stand out in the crowd by using this powerful method to creating great interviews. The course is typically $197. You can get it for just $97 until September 30, 2023 by using the coupon code SAVE100. You'll find the course at www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/interviewcourse. This course isn't incredibly long, but it is incredibly powerful. You don't need a lot of steps. 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Follow the Flipped Lifestyle framework that has gotten us millions of downloads! In today's episode, we discuss: The Flipped Lifestyle Podcast framework Choose your guests wisely What to script and what not to script Preparing for your guest What to ask your guests for a good interview Hey y'all! This episode is a little bit different than a typical episode of The Flipped Lifestyle Podcast! Instead of interviewing and coaching one of our students, we're coaching a team member on how to host a podcast! Steven Foust, Flipped Lifestyle's head coach, joins the podcast to learn about the framework of the podcast, how it should flow, and to get some podcasting tips! We're also joined by Flipped Lifestyle's content manager, Kevin Crowe, because he's the one who edits the podcast and distributes it out in all formats and on all social media platforms! We talk through how to choose your guests, what to ask them, how to prepare for the interview, and what to do if the guest isn't very good on air! If you like the show, please leave us a review and rate the podcast! We would love to have you as a member of The Flipped Lifestyle Community!  We believe you have God-given talents and experiences you can use to start an online business!  All you need is 100 people to pay you $50/m online to make $5,000/m, $60,000/y! Learn more at https://www.flippedlifestyle.com/free! Check out the Shane Sams Show at shanesams.com!

Coach Parker talks to the new Head Coach of Warner Robins, Coach Shane Sams.

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Shane Sams is a man who has taken control of his life. After a scary experience with a supervisor that got in the way of caring for his family, he struck out into entrepreneurship with his wife so they could quit their 9-5s and be more fully present with their kids. The best part is, they have dedicated their lives to helping others do the same thing through their business, Flipped Lifestyle. While Shane started out with podcasting and online courses, his speaking business has gained a lot of momentum recently. Shane is a rare bird in the speaking industry–he delivers both multi-day workshops and 30 minute keynotes. That kind of flexibility requires an incredibly systematized process behind the scenes so In Episode 447 of The Speaker Lab podcast, Shane shares the systems that help him prepare incredible talks for any occasion. Before he became an entrepreneur Shane was a teacher, so he came on the show ready to educate. His framework for structuring the overarching story of your keynote will help you keep your audience engaged and anticipating the solutions you offer onstage. Once your structure is in place, you can insert humor, relatability, and “check-ins” with your audience that ensure you all stay on the same page. If you're struggling with integrating any of those connection points, Shane is a veritable well of inspiration especially when it comes to humor.Shane has plenty of wisdom to offer on workshops and seminars too–including how to deal with the dreaded scenario where you finish your planned content with hours still to go. Whether you're a keynote speaker, a workshop leader, or a mix of both, Shane has tips for how to make the most of any speaking opportunity. You'll also learn all about: How to use your speaking engagements as a sales funnel.What Pixar can teach you about structuring your keynote.Tips for rehearsing the morning of your talk.How to divide up your workshop into more manageable chunks of content.Why the age of your audience matters for holding their attention.Using pattern interruptions to keep your audience from getting bored.…and so much more!Episode Resources:Flipped LifestyleBook a Call with The Speaker LabSubscribe on Apple PodcastsGet Booked & Paid To SpeakGet a FREE Copy of The Successful SpeakerSpeaker Fee CalculatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shane Sams is the Co-founder and CEO of Flipped Lifestyle, a firm that teaches people how to find financial freedom and gain control of their time by starting an online business membership using The Flipped Lifestyle Blueprint. Shane and his wife figured out how to make their entire living online, and now they help other people do the same. He is a blogger, information marketer, speaker, and host of the Flipped Lifestyle Podcast. Before Flipped Lifestyle, Shane was a high school football coach and social studies teacher and created an elementary education business that sold for over $1 million. In this episode… Are you tied down with a job that doesn't provide the income you need to create the lifestyle you want? Would you like a business that frees up your time so you can spend it with your family while generating the income you need to achieve total financial freedom? Shane Sams and his wife worked as full-time teachers, not making the money or having the flexibility they wanted. After being denied permission to leave work and tend to an emergency in his son's life, Shane decided to make a change so something like this would never happen again. That's when Shane and his wife went into business for themselves, eventually quitting their jobs. They were yielding high incomes without being chained to traditional employment. Figuring out a business model that could be replicated, they now help others overhaul their lives to create a better family-oriented and secure financial future. In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Shane Sams, Co-founder and CEO of Flipped Lifestyle, to discuss how they've flipped their lives and become family-oriented entrepreneurs. Shane shares his entrepreneurial journey, how he and his wife were able to quit their jobs and spend quality family time while achieving financial freedom, and the business model they use to help others do the same.

Starting a business is a big challenge, and not everyone succeeds on their first try; nor are they consistent in achieving their goals. To get your idea off the ground and turn it into a successful business, you have to be prepared. Therefore, in this episode, this fellow entrepreneur and I have your back. In this episode, we've invited an amazing entrepreneur. His name is non-other than Shane Sams. Shane Sams is one half of the dynamic duo at FlippedLifestyle.com. Together w/ his wife Jocelyn, The Sams Family built an online membership business that generates hundreds of thousands of dollars per year in profit, while only requiring a few hours of work per week! Now they help other families build & grow online memberships of their own! He has also been featured on numerous publications and podcasts such as Forbes, Huffington Post, Business Insider, Entrepreneurs On Fire & so much more! In this episode, Shane will be sharing: 1) The #1 Reason Most People Fail When Creating An Online Business 2) The Exact System Shane Used To Build His Business 3) The 3 Secrets To Planning & Launching Your Online Business Fast Learn more about Shane: Website: https://flippedlifestyle.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-sams-03199136/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flippedls/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FlippedLifestyle Join The Flipped Lifestyle: https://www.flippedlifestyle.net/a/2147532571/syzuZSXp --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theraygacyshow/message

In this episode, we're joined by Shane Sams, who, along with his wife Jocelyn, transitioned from school teachers to successful online entrepreneurs. Shane shares how they faced initial struggles selling digital products until they found the key: offering what they knew people needed based on their own knowledge and experience. Shane candidly discusses their life before the entrepreneurial leap - a typical American family, burdened with a mortgage, two kids, and a stress-inducing work-life balance. Following a distressing incident involving their son's daycare, Shane realized the necessity of putting his family first, prompting a drastic career change. Shane emphasizes the importance of having a strong 'why' - a motivation or purpose that justifies hard work and persevering through challenges. He shares powerful lessons from their journey, including the significance of taking action, valuing freedom over a steady paycheck, and the importance of controlling your own time. Finally, Shane offers advice to budding entrepreneurs, emphasizing that starting a business can be a matter of either investing money or putting in hard work.

The Flipped Lifestyle Shane Sams, FlippedLifestyle.com   – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 917 Shane Sams Shane Sams figured out how to make an entire living and support his family online with his wife, Jocelyn. Together, through trial and error they were finally able to put all the pieces together, replace their income, and quit their full-time jobs. They created the Flip Your Life Blueprint to help people start their own online business, avoid mistakes, and succeed faster.   Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Shane Sams about living the Flipped Lifestyle. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show: - How you can monetize your knowledge and time with an online business. - Why working for yourself can be more lucrative and fulfilling than working for someone else. - How people can make money online by selling study guides and lesson plans. - How there are five core components to making money selling products online and what they are. - Why it's not enough to build an audience and become an influencer.   Connect with Shane: Guest Contact Info Twitter @FlippedLS Instagram @flippedls Facebook facebook.com/FlippedLifestyle   Links Mentioned: flippedlifestyle.com/shark   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn how to leverage the power of podcasting for your business growth Businesses always find innovative ways to reach their target audience. One of the most creative and surprising methods of doing so is through podcasting. Podcasts provide an opportunity to connect with potential customers and build a community around your brand. With the growing popularity of podcasting, it's becoming increasingly important for businesses to use this platform to reach their audience, create brand awareness, and ultimately increase sales. In this episode of the Beyond Seven Figures podcast, Shane Sams shows different occasions of how podcasting proved to be critical in collecting sales. Both an online entrepreneur and founder of Flipped Lifestyle, Shane and his wife, Jocelyn, built multiple successful online businesses that generate millions in passive income. Now, Shane shares his expertise with family-first entrepreneurs, helping them start, build, and grow their online businesses through his books, podcasts, and blog at Flipped Lifestyle. Key Takeaways: Learn how podcasting is a key factor in building email list and growing business Learn why building meaningful relationships and being authentic in your interactions can help you achieve success Discover smart ways to monetize your podcast The importance of collaboration and teamwork in business education Learn how to leverage AI for your business's advantage Learn how to be consistent to being prolific All this and more, on this week's episode of Beyond 7 Figures. beyond7figures.com/ Stay tuned next week when we talk about learn how to unleash business success with AI with Glenn Gaudet. So, don't forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable. Links & resources mentioned in the episode: FlippedLifestyle.com Flipped Lifestyle Podcast flippedlifestyle.com/beyond

Dare to be Naive: The Power of Fresh Perspective in Entrepreneurship In the fast-paced and ever-changing business world, entrepreneurs face new challenges every day. Although naivete is often viewed as a negative trait, there are ways in which it can actually benefit entrepreneurs. In addition, naivete can be a powerful tool in breaking down established norms and disrupting industries. Entrepreneurs who approach an industry with a fresh perspective can identify inefficiencies and gaps in the market that established businesses have overlooked. In this episode of Beyond 7 Figures, we are excited to introduce Joshua Berry and his fascinating ideas on naivete in leadership and business. Berry is the Managing Director and co-founder of a successful economic and innovation transformation strategy consulting company, Econic. He is dedicated to identifying limiting beliefs and shifting business practices to achieve success. Joshua's "Dare to be Naive" presents an innovative approach to leadership and problem-solving. Key Takeaways: Learn more about Joshua Berry's book, 'Dare to be Naive,' which explores the concept of choosing naivete in leadership and business Learn from Joshua's ways to break down complex situations, focus on critical assumptions and goals The importance of critical thinking in business practices How top entrepreneurs follow their instincts and break from the norm How to focus on the right things in the right order to avoid failure Believing in the innate goodness and potential of people can impact business results positively All this and more, on this week's episode of Beyond 7 Figures. beyond7figures.com Stay tuned next week when we are going to cover how to leverage the power of podcasting for your business growth with Shane Sams. So, don't forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, be profitable. Links: daretobenaive.com

#675 Over thirteen years in, the most downloaded episode of this podcast is not one featuring famous guests like Tim Ferris, Gary Vaynerchuk, Amy Porterfield, or Ramit Sethi. It's actually episode 122 with Shane and Jocelyn Sams! Their journey from traditional jobs to starting million-dollar businesses is incredible! It's seriously one of the most fun and inspiring chats I've ever had, so be sure to listen in on that session if you haven't already. Today, Shane and Jocelyn and back for another fantastic conversation! We dive deeper than ever into their story and learn why their brand, Flipped Lifestyle, has become such a massive success. We discuss online communities, live events, public speaking, and much more. Shane and Jocelyn also share an important look at running a family business and how they manage their wonderful partnership. This is an incredibly powerful conversation about finding your gift and making a difference, so don't miss out. Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session675.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chase Thomas it the Sports Renaissance Man, Atlanta Sports Guy & VFL. On today's program, Chase is joined new Warner Robins high head football coach Shane Sams to talk about the new job coaching the Demons, how spring practice is going, watching the Ware County game tape, depth at wide receiver and defensive back, his coaching style, replacing Vic Burley on the defensive line, early 2023 schedule thoughts and his Waffle House order.Host: Chase ThomasGuest: Shane Sams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eleven years ago, Shane Sams and his wife were teachers making $38,000 a year. They were living a normal, paycheck to paycheck life, but had bad bosses and spent little time as a family. So when Shane found out his son was being mistreated at daycare, that was the last straw. Determined to change his family's future, Shane and his wife started an online business blogging and podcasting. Then they started adding and selling products. And what came next would change their lives forever.    Today, Shane reveals the exact process of how he and his wife built their online business to generate over $1 million a year—and how you can do the same by teaching others what you know. In fact, Shane and his wife started by selling their teacher lesson plans and Shane's high school football coaching playbook. Plus, Shane says it only takes a few customers to make a lot of money. You don't have to serve big audiences or brands. Just find 100 people to give you $50 a month. The magic is in the membership—and Shane's breaking it all down for you today.    FREE Idea Training from Sam.   Order your copy of the USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling book Good Money Revolution here: https://amzn.to/34hSonE   Ready to take your business to the next level? Schedule a call with Derrick today here: www.GoodMoneyFramework.com/consulting   For daily tips to help you make and save money, follow us on Instagram @derricktkinney   

In this episode, Ryan chats with returning guest Shane Sams about how to start and grow membership communities to achieve financial freedom.   Links: Claim your "How to Find Your Idea Training" - https://www.flippedlifestyle.net/streamsofincome

This is an AMAZING episode. If you are a part of Expert Ownership you got to hear our guest Shane Sams speak to us about how to find your passion in life. It was so amazing we had to share it here as a podcast for everyone to benefit from. You are going to want to take notes on this one

Today's guest on Niche Pursuits podcast is Shane Sams. He shares how he became a millionaire by reversing the usual approach to bootstrapping an online business.

Shane Sams tells Doug what made him leave his teaching and football coaching job to become an online entrepreneur! And they discuss some of his tips for success in the online space. Shane's Twitter Flipped Lifestyle Twitter Free Course Online Business Challenge: I'm an affiliate for the above, so if you sign up, I get a commission. Thanks! Youtube Podcast More with Doug: Mile High Fi Contact me. Ask Questions! Send me an email here: feedback@doug.show Leave a voicemail: (406) 813-0613

Hey, our ol' pal Shane Sams (http://flippedlifestyle.com) stops by to talk about a newfound love of public speaking, the “back of the room” sale, and how to scale your business using courses and live events. Shane Sams is one half of the dynamic duo behind FlippedLifestyle.com. Shane and his wife Jocelyn are a real couple […]

If you make content, you'll inevitably say something wrong. How do you deal with it? In today's episode, we discuss: Putting yourself out there on the internet How Rebecca Smith grew her membership site to $20,000/month How to take your online business to the next level after plateauing How to use the Dream 100 strategy to find new members Our spotlight story this week is Flipped Lifestyle community member, Rebecca Smith, founder of CompletePerformanceCoaching.com! In her PerformHappy membership, Rebecca helps gymnasts, cheerleaders, and swimmers go from fearful to confident. Rebecca graduated with a Masters in Sports Psychology, started a private practice, and then realized that she wanted to serve more people and could do so through online business. Upon launch, her membership got 4 members and quickly grew into a thriving, $20,000/month membership site! Rebeca's membership has now hit a plateau, so she and Shane Sams discuss how to get her business to the next level by taking a profit-first approach and using the Dream 100 strategy to get in front of other people's audience. There's tons of value in this episode of the podcast because we're also answering a couple of questions from the Flipped Lifestyle Community forums! How do I create a minimum viable product? We would love to have you as a member of The Flipped Lifestyle Community!  We believe you have God-given talents and experiences you can use to start an online business!  All you need is 100 people to pay you $50/m online to make $5,000/m, $60,000/y!  Let us help you start a membership of your own. Click here to learn more: https://flippedlifestyle.com

If you haven't heard the concept of the flywheel, listen to this episode! We think it can really help your online business grow! In today's episode, we discuss: How the flywheel can help grow your business from good to great How to stay persistent when your online business is growing slowly Actionable steps to take to grow your membership Take a look at the Flipped Lifestyle flywheel: https://flippedlifestyle.com/flywheel/ Our spotlight speaker is Flipped Lifestyle Community All-Star, Kevin Depew! Kevin is a long-time member of the community and founder of RelaxAndLearnGuitar.com! Kevin started his membership in 2017 and has been steadily growing it for the past 4 years. His membership recently surpassed 200 members, which gave him the financial freedom to quit his job! Shane Sams and Kevin talk about the most important things to focus on when growing a membership and how Kevin can take his membership to the next level. Check out Kevin's recent appearance on the Flipped Lifestyle podcast: https://flippedlifestyle.com/podcast303/  There's tons of value in this episode of the podcast because we're also answering a couple of questions from the Flipped Lifestyle Community forums!  Can I build my online business in less than 90 days? We would love to have you as a member of The Flipped Lifestyle Community!  We believe you have God-given talents and experiences you can use to start an online business!  All you need is 100 people to pay you $50/m online to make $5,000/m, $60,000/y!  Let us help you start a membership of your own. Click here to learn more: https://flippedlifestyle.com

For anyone who struggles with issues of identity - especially if you are mission-driven or aspire to do bigger and better things - there's a quiet, condemning voice that challenges you with these questions: "Who am I to think that I can do more that what's expected of me?" and "What happens when people find out that I don't have it all figured out?" This mental battle, commonly known as Imposter Syndrome, plagues more people than you might first imagine, including people who have achieved incredible success. Today's guest, Shane Sams from FlippedLifestyle.com, shares his story of overcoming Imposter Syndrome.  As we dive into his story of battling the fears that almost kept him from starting numerous online businesses - including one where he coaches other people to create their own business - you'll find advice on how to overcome Imposter Syndrome in your own life... and of course, he answers 5 Big Questions here on Made to Thrive!Check out MadeToThrive.coach/016 for notes on today's episode, including a free course from Shane!

“I am on a mission, and my work is worship.” David Benham We've got some very special guests with us today… David and Lori Benham!  David Benham is one half of The Benham Brothers. David and his twin brother, Jason Benham, are former professional baseball players, nationally acclaimed entrepreneurs and best- selling authors. Their family's first real big success happened through their real estate business which grew to 100 offices in 35 states. Their company topped several charts, including Inc. Magazine's “Fastest Growing Companies”, The Wall Street Journal's “Top 5 Real Estate Agents in America” list, and the US Chamber of Commerce's “Top Small Business of the Year”. All of this led to a huge opportunity–a reality show on HGTV in 2014. (More on that later…hint: there's a plot twist). The Benham Brothers have also appeared on Fox Business, ABC Nightline, CNN, Fox News, and Good Morning America. Inspired by the many lessons they learned along the way, the brothers launched Expert Ownership, a coaching program for Christian entrepreneurs to help them make a bigger impact on the world, both financially and in terms of their faith. The Benham families have obviously had huge success in their businesses, but–I'll tell you what–the thing that most impresses me about them is that their top priority throughout all this time has been their Lord Jesus Christ and their families.  In this episode, we cover How it all started with a little lawn mowing business Why living the Christian faith, not just talking about it, takes real guts (you will be tested) How working as a janitor while he started his business on the side taught David that you are not what you do, you are who you are in Christ. Why the Benhams build their businesses “relationally, not transactionally”. Plus: Business evangelism?–what it is and why it might be the BEST way to reach people today (Come back tomorrow for part two of today's interview. You're not going to want to miss hearing more about Lori Benhams's business and the steps she took to start it.) And don't forget to register for our Word on Investing Virtual Summit coming up April 22-23, 2022. You're gonna hear from me and our incredible guests that we're having. The Benhams will be there, Dr. Myron Golden, Shane Sams and many more. You can get your free ticket today at TRADEway.com/summit. Listen to the episode “The Real Struggles of Integrating Your Faith into Your Business (And Why it's Worth it) with David & Lori Benham” now to hear from this inspiring family. 

“In the last 8 years we've had 4,000 people come through the flipped lifestyle community.” This is from an interview I did with a good friend, Shane Sams.  They have an amazing story!  Shane says he even has to pinch himself to make sure he isn't dreaming. Tune in for the full story of how Shane and Jocelyn quit their jobs and flipped their life. Check out my YouTube channel here. Follow me on Twitter and Instagram.    Resources: https://wealthhackerlabs.com/ask/ 14 Legit Ways Real People Make Money on Facebook Here Are the Best Online Jobs to Make Real Money 17 Best Online Jobs for Teens  

The Word on Investing Summit: Money, Faith & Mindset is happening April 22-23, 2022. Are you coming? Reserve your FREE ticket here while supplies last. Shane Sams will be giving a powerful talk on Day 1 on “Income=Freedom: How to Earn Your Income ONLINE (God's Way)!”  You won't want to miss it! Get Your Free Ticket Now (While Supplies Last) www.tradeway.com/summit As you know, at TRADEway we don't just talk about trading and investing in the stock market.  We also talk an awful lot about the concept of the family business–about how you can build a business and teach your kids and grandkids skill sets that give your family the potential for generational wealth creation.  We probably talk about that more than anything. Because I don't think America is teaching that at all through its educational systems. Today on the podcast my guest is Shane Sams of Flipped Lifestyle. And I'm so excited to have him on because he's going to share yet another way you and your family can create a family business together.  He and his wife, Jocelyn, started Flipped Lifestyle, a company that teaches people how to create successful online businesses. They've helped thousands of families create online businesses based on their God-given passions, knowledge and experience.  In this episode, Shane and I cover: What a sheep farmer in North Dakota can teach you about building a wildly successful business How Shane made more in a month than he used to make in a year Some of the biggest myths of having an online business (and what it's REALLY like) Why building a successful business is less about your passions and more about your skills and experience  Why focusing on others is good for business  Listen to the episode “How to Make More in a Month Than You Make in a Year with Shane Sams” now!

Genuine, authentic, relatable, down-to-earth — that is Shane Sams. He gave up his place at the front of the classroom after realizing he wanted to find a way to provide and have the ability to be present for the people who matter most in his life. What started as making playbooks for coaches and lesson plans for teachers soon turned into a full-blown education company as Shane claimed the title of “online entrepreneur.” Soon after, he and his wife realized they could share their resources and entrepreneurial gifts to help other families take control of their income, gain freedom, and create a future. After selling his education company, Shane stepped into a new venture to help others monetize their knowledge, wisdom, and passion through membership sites. It might surprise you to learn that Shane only started speaking two years ago! Shane had been podcasting for several years but hadn't taken the stage. However, he knew that in order to grow his platform, he would need to begin speaking. Together, he and his family decided to go “all in” and give it a try. During the pandemic, Shane received a surprising offer that he simply couldn't refuse, and the rest is history! Now, he's speaking to thousands of people on stages larger than he ever could have imagined. Shane learned to embrace everything about himself and what he could bring to his audience. He would say it took a lot of “reps” to get it right, but his intentional preparation allowed him to be ready for whatever came his way. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW: How to stop your paycheck from owning you Why friendships and relationships are the keys to success Combining passion and purpose with a mission Why you must take control of your income to gain freedom Why you should podcast if you want to speak How to prepare for any opportunity that might come your way Why you have to be quick on your feet and ready to step up And so much more!

Today's guest on the podcast is Flipped Lifestyle community member, Tara Eitman! Tara is a money and mindset coach who has seven different streams of income! These income streams help her to live a different kind of life, so it makes sense that she is launching a membership site called TheDifferentLife.com! Tara currently gets her income from e-commerce, YouTube, crypto, real estate investing, and more, and she wants to help other people work around their life instead of live around their work. She recently took a six week trip in her RV and was able to do that by having several sources of passive income. On this coaching call, Shane Sams and Tara Eitman come up with a plan of how to get people into Tara's membership. This plan includes creating content regularly and promoting that content on various channels. They talk about the 80/20 rule and how getting something done is better than being a perfectionist. Learn more about Tara at TheDifferentLife.com! In today's episode you'll learn: Content marketing strategies How you can use lead magnets to build your email list How memberships are multiple streams of income How to get over perfectionism How to improve your copy to get people to join your membership We would love to have you as a member of The Flipped Lifestyle Community!  We believe you have God-given talents and experiences you can use to start an online business!  All you need is 100 people to pay you $50/m online to make $5,000/m, $60,000/y!  Let us help you start a membership of your own.  We offer a FREE Basic Membership to give you the tools and resources you need to find your online business idea and get started. Click here to learn more: https://flippedlifestyle.com/free

Join the Waitlist for In the Arena Mastermind or Adventure Tribe Community:  https://ordinarysherpa.com/arena Website for this episode: https://ordinarysherpa.com/054 Buy me a Coffee: Enjoy the podcast without the ads and interruptions many podcasters use.  If you enjoy the ideas, find joy or inspiration from my work, you can buy me a coffee to say thanks and support the show. A Weekend of mini-adventures and spontaneous experiences Friday night lights: learned how to create google maps guide.  It was a quick and dirty experiment to convert several screenshots of addresses into saved spots that we could later drive to on our route to see the best Christmas lights.  We even managed to explore a new brown sign (for more information on brown signs listen to episode 041 | Adventure Potential of Brown Signs) which was hosting the Festival of Lights.  A donation based walk through Christmas lights experience…which also happened to be selling THE BEST caramel apple cider I have ever had in my life!   The whole experience reminded me of when the kids were little. I'd have everyone get their PJ's on, I'd give them their Golden Tickets and we'd ride the Polar Express.  We hadn't done this in a few years so it was a fun experience for my little monster and a bit of a nostalgic nod for my older 2.  I will say I really appreciate the old school approach to Christmas lights, while it's fun to have the kits all synchronized to music, the ones that actually string individual lights from the flag pole to make the Christmas tree and then synchronize each strand received much more of our respect than the LED images and designs. Overall I'm such a sucker for light shows so I probably rated it a little higher on the Joy Audit.  We think we may have even discovered where Clark Griswold lives.  The siding and the roof were solid with light strands, it was interesting.   The kids all had their piano recitals and since we were all dressed up, not in pajamas we grabbed a family picture.  When we got home at 8 PM we were still feeling pretty festive so we made a batch of Christmas cookies and watched a Trans Siberian Orchestra Concert on YouTube.  A spontaneous experience and it felt fun to stay up late and lounge together in our living room.  We seldom sit down as a family to watch movies so this felt special. Sunday we slept in and woke up to snow.  My oldest son carved a Cross Country Ski trail through the woods with the dog and our younger two played on the playground.  When they came in we had hot cocoa and I decided to pull out some yarn and make a stocking hat ornament with them that I had found and thought it would be fun.  While making the ornaments it started snowing again and I realized, while my kids played outside I stayed inside all day and I needed to get out of the cheap seats and into the arena.  We ended the weekend with the entire family putting on our snow gear and cross country skiing on a path in the woods.  I have been reading about the social and emotional benefits of fresh air so especially as the cold weather hits, we are trying to be more intentional about spending 2 hours outside everyday.  I'm noticing that it's already having a noticeable impact.   This leads me to the theme for this episode. Are you IN the arena?   One of the pivotal moments for me in my parenting and adventure journey was listening to Brene Brown on a podcast.  She shared her discovery of the Teddy Roosevelt The Man in the Arena quote and how it led to her writing Daring Greatly.  A little backdrop on the quote.  I have long been a fan of Teddy Roosevelt and this summer visited Teddy Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota which led to additional learning and curiosity. The Man in the Arena quote is from a speech that Teddy Roosevelt gave in Paris in 1910 called Citizenship in a Republic.  Roosevelt was addressing the roles of citizenship and called out the voices of cynicism dissuades many from doing great things  (Source: https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/63389/roosevelts-man-arena among others) The quote states: "It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives val-e-antly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat." I remember hearing this recited on the podcast as I drove home from work one day. I was living life on drift and thought “oh crap, I'm not in the arena.”  The truth was not many in my circle, my network had the same parenting adventure desires that I had.  Yet I listened to their worries, their concerns and need for safety and stability kept me in the cheap seats.  The cheap seats of the dreamers and the talkers.  The doers of deeds are in the arena getting dirty.   As I traversed down the trail of being a parent who is willing to adventure and take risks it often felt lonely, that the voices of the critics were loud.  When I set out on this podcast I had an intention to find others who were ahead of me on this trail.  Who were already in the arena or were willing to join me in the arena and share triumphs or failures while daring greatly.  I have participated in numerous parenting groups, I've joined masterminds and signed up for online courses, and while those were great in building a more diverse set of experiences and connections, by and large the adventure parenting arena still feels pretty lonely with quite a few eager but timid souls sitting in the seats waiting and watching.   There is a chapter in my upcoming book about building and creating an adventure tribe or a circle of trusted adventure advisors which was inspired by Pat Flynn and reinforced by John Lee Doumas if you are familiar with any of their work.  Pat suggests when he was launching his business that he needed a different trusted circle of advisors that were not merely friends, but rather skilled advisors he trusted much like his financial advisor, legal counsel who were vested in his personal and professional goals. People who could test him still came from a caring place and had his best interests in mind.  Who could connect with him in the pits when things weren't going well and share honest feedback not just try to make him feel good, but actually improve.  The advice I took from John Lee Doumas was to find a mentor who is one year ahead of where you want to be and invest in them, learn from them, do whatever you can to get access to their content.  Surround yourself with people who have more experience than you. I think it was Shane Sams who said, your goal is to be the dumbest person in the room and just soak up and learn from others, you want to be in the room where it happens (feel free to break out in Hamilton song if you haven't already)  When I encounter a problem is A) Find a solution B) Create a solution C) Let the problem go.  We have some pretty Brave and Bold adventure family goals that we are embarking on in 2022 that I am not willing to let go of.  I have yet to find a solution after several years of searching so I think that leads to answer B) Create a Solution. I have been searching for a community where I can learn from others on this adventure journey, who are in the arena.  Who don't merely talk about their goals and dreams but get marred with dust and blood taking action. They spend their time and energy on a worthy cause trying to design a life they want to live.  I have found a few families who do this well and I want to bring them to the community, to do deep dives and masterminds so we can interact and bring their experiences and lessons learned to the arena.  Where we don't merely have to sit in the cheap seats. A reference to my teaching in-service days, I'm not interested in offering “a sit n' get” experience, but rather get in the arena.  Try different suits of armor on, get dirty, fall down, go forward with great enthusiasm knowing that there are 20+ other adventurous parents in the arena with you.  I want to bring you the members of my trusted advisor circle who help me through mindset, and money, setting expectations, working through self-doubt and fear; while also helping you build yours in the process.  I want the arena to not only inspire and support you but also keep you accountable.   I have also heard from my everyday adventure challenge cohorts, the simplicity is great AND Several of them have big bold ideas that need more depth, more planning support, more insights and if they had someone to help them predict and navigate the Black Swan events they would gladly sign up for this experience.  Some examples of “in the Arena” experiences that I know people in the Ordinary Sherpa community are working towards:  Take a 6 week vacation in the summer Take a slow travel road trip in an RV around North America Hike the patagonia trail Take a mini-retirement or gap year  Take a luxury trip using only travel rewards Rent out their house and be location independent Write a book Launch a blog/podcast brand Live on a sailboat Start a homestead Attain dual-citizenship  All of these are worthwhile lifestyle experiences that can be achieved within the next 6-12 months.  I will admit while none of the adventure goals above are mine.  But we do have a bold family adventure goal for 2022.  The kind that has me both excited and scared at the same time.  Having a tribe of advisors and curious supporters willing to embark on a Bold and Brave in 2022 feels good. SO here is the official announcement of the In the Arena membership that will launch in January 2022.  I am keeping it a closed group with  about 20-30 people max in it and I know many don't listen to these podcasts the week they come out so I wanted to give you the time to think about it and consider applying.   If you are intrigued and simply want to be on the waitlist or know more details head over to ordinarysherpa.com/arena All that does is put your name on maybe/want more information list, when you sign up you will receive more information and a link to an application.  I will be scheduling a call with every applicant and treating this experience like an adventure lifestyle mastermind to help you achieve your lifestyle and adventure family goals in 2022.   I am kind of excited about the arena, but I also want to be really clear that it's not just about the service offering.  THe arean can exist wherever you want it to exist and sometimes it really is the simple things like I experienced this weekend.  SItting in the house watching my kids play outside.  Outside and play are critical to every human being, not just kids.  I want you to notice, where are you sitting in the cheap seats and when are you in the arena getting dirty.  Because regardless if the result is victory or failure, at least you are taking a step towards action.   Key Takeaways Brown Signs are not merely locations for 3-seasons, explore what simple opportunities might exist at nearby brown signs regardless of the temperatures outside.   Life is a sequence of unpredictable events that can either become moments that pass us by or experiences to take hold of. Are you more likely to sit in the cheap seats watching others enjoy the adventure or are you willing to get in the arena and do the thing? What feels bold and brave for you in 2022?  Was your adventure goal listed?  There are many in the Ordinary Sherpa community embarking on new and uncomfortable adventures. Finding an adventure advisor circle or tribe who can inspire and challenge you to work towards your adventure family goals are hard to find.  Friends and family might not be the right members for those seats.   Who is one-year ahead of you on the journey.  There is no reason to start from scratch or create something new.  Identifying those you admire or who you think are living the lifestyle you want to live is step one, building a relationship with them is step two.   Embarking on a bold and brave adventure goal can feel lonely and include many simultaneous feelings.  If you want to join a community of other adventure families designing and achieving adventure and lifestyle goals you might want to join the list and stay in the loop on the In the Arena Mastermind and Adventure Tribe experience.  To join the waiting list and get additional information head to Ordinarysherpa.com/arena.   Notice everyday…are you in the arena or cheap seats?  Natural sunlight, fresh air and outdoor play has dramatic effects on every human beings well-being.  Adventure and outdoor play isn't just for kids.  I hope to see a 7 YO version of you adventuring this week.  (Tag @ordinarysherpa on Instagram if you do!) May this episode inspire you to take a step in the arena and know what matters is not the outcome, but that you are IN the ARENA. Until next time we are over here rooting you on.  I can't wait to see and hear what little adventures you are doing, and what bold and brave experiences you are designing for 2022.  Keep that adventurous and festive spirit :)Subscribe to the email List:  https://ordinarysherpa.com/subscribe/ Join the Ordinary Sherpa Facebook Group to interact with other listeners.  https://www.facebook.com/groups/ordinarysherpa Leave a Written Review: Ordinarysherpa.com/reviewFollow on Instagram: @ordinarysherpa

Today's guest on the podcast is Flipped Lifestyle community member, Rebecca Smith, founder of CompletePerformanceCoaching.com! In her PerformHappy membership, Rebecca helps gymnasts, cheerleaders, and swimmers go from fearful to confident. Rebecca graduated with a Masters in Sports Psychology, started a private practice, and then realized that she wanted to serve more people and could do so through online business. Upon launch, her membership got 4 members and quickly grew into a thriving, $20,000/month membership site! Rebeca's membership has now hit a plateau, so she and Shane Sams discuss how to get her business to the next level by taking a profit-first approach and using the Dream 100 strategy to get in front of other people's audience. You can listen to Rebecca's first episode on The Flipped Lifestyle Podcast here: https://flippedlifestyle.com/podcast105/  In today's episode you'll learn: How Rebecca Smith grew her membership site to $20,000/month How to take your online business to the next level after plateauing How to use the Dream 100 strategy to find new members

Today's guest on the podcast is Flipped Lifestyle community member, Cindy Dunn! Cindy runs a membership site called The Foreign Language Library Online, which has now reached 10 members! The best part is that Cindy has gotten these members without running any ads! Cindy started her website as a hobby site ten years ago, but it started to grow into something that she wanted to monetize. She started building her email list, and, amazingly, all 10 people on her list are currently members! One of the things that has been holding Cindy back are technical issues. She has her membership on Wordpress, which requires lots of plugin upgrades and extra attention to make sure that everything works properly. In this episode, she and Shane Sams discuss whether she should stay on Wordpress or move her membership site to another platform. They also discuss some Facebook ad strategies and best practices. Find out more about Cindy and her business at thefllo.com! In today's episode you'll learn: How entrepreneurs can stop self-sabotaging How to get past technical issues that hold your membership site back Facebook ad strategies It ain't gotta be perfect; it's just gotta be done! We would love to have you as a member of The Flipped Lifestyle Community!  We believe you have God-given talents and experiences you can use to start an online business!  All you need is 100 people to pay you $50/m online to make $5,000/m, $60,000/y!  Let us help you start a membership of your own.  We offer a FREE Basic Membership to give you the tools and resources you need to find your online business idea and get started. Click here to learn more: https://flippedlifestyle.com/free

Today's guest on the podcast is Flipped Lifestyle community member, Daryn Ross! Daryn caught the entrepreneurial bug his sophomore year of college when he started selling apparel and supplies to fraternities and sororities. His business exploded due to his ability to get items to his customers quickly. His business went nationwide when he started selling products through catalogs. Daryn sold that business in 2017 and is looking to get into podcasting and running a membership site! He is starting a podcast called Patriots with Grit. Shane Sams and Daryn talk about the importance of investing in yourself and learning from the experts in your field. They also discuss how comparison and distraction have held Daryn back from getting started with his online business. Another obstacle for Daryn has been the technical component of running an online business, but he and Shane discuss how to find a simple way to create content, connect community, and coach people and not get too bogged down with tech. In today's episode you'll learn: The key to running a membership site is to find a simple way to create content, connect community, and coach people How to get past the fear of complicated technology How to create the right membership for your audience The importance of figuring out what problem you are solving for your members

Today's guest on the podcast is long-time Flipped Lifestyle community member, Ben Pugh! Ben is the host of the IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective podcast, where his mission is to help parents who are struggling with their teens and want a better relationship. Ben has a successful business in which he coaches parents, but he is trying to transition from 1-on-1 coaching into a membership model. Shane Sams and Ben discuss different approaches that Ben can take to build his membership, which currently has 5 paying members. Ben's membership is a bit complicated because he has partners who are also involved, so how can they best serve their members, and how much should they be charging for group coaching, individual coaching, and the membership? It's also important to remember that your business doesn't have to be an “either/or” business; you can have a membership and also offer more personalized services. You can find Ben Pugh at BenPughCoaching.com. In today's episode you'll learn: How to take your coaching business and turn it into a membership Your membership can include coaching; it doesn't have to be either/or Do the things that make your business profitable How to handle running a membership with partners

Today's guest on the podcast is Flipped Lifestyle community member Mike Buchanan! Mike is in software development, has created multiple products over the years, and he now wants to move into online business and create a membership, but he has a dilemma: too many ideas! Mike and Shane Sams will try to figure out which of Mike's three ideas provides the best path to a profitable online business. Focus on the one that has the best chance to succeed by going all-in. If you try ideas A, B, and C at the same time, you make it more difficult to see what works. Brainstorming, choosing which idea is quickest to get to market, and using SWOT analysis will give you clarity on which idea you should pursue. In today's episode you'll learn: How to decide which online business idea to try Don't let your biases or assumptions get in the way How to prioritize and go all-in on one idea Don't let your biases or assumptions get in the wayWe would love to have you as a member of The Flipped Lifestyle Community!  We believe you have God-given talents and experiences you can use to start an online business!  All you need is 100 people to pay you $50/m online to make $5,000/m, $60,000/y!  Let us help you start a membership of your own.  We offer a FREE Basic Membership to give you the tools and resources you need to find your online business idea and get started. Click here to learn more: https://flippedlifestyle.com/free

Today's guest on the podcast is… well, it's actually 3 guests! Jessica, Liz, and Carrie from Rhubarb and Rubbish join the Flipped Lifestyle podcast! They are sisters who are on a mission to live a more faith and family-centered life. After seeing the importance of community, they are looking to turn their blog into a membership! The sisters are trying to figure out a plan for their community, and Shane Sams helps to steer them onto the right path by showing them the importance of having a defined avatar and providing results for their members. In today's episode you'll learn: The most important thing when running a membership is delivering results How to define your avatar Delegation and division of labor leads to success How to lean into your unfair advantages We would love to have you as a member of The Flipped Lifestyle Community!  We believe you have God-given talents and experiences you can use to start an online business!  All you need is 100 people to pay you $50/m online to make $5,000/m, $60,000/y!  Let us help you start a membership of your own.  We offer a FREE Basic Membership to give you the tools and resources you need to find your online business idea and get started. Click here to learn more: https://flippedlifestyle.com/free 

Today's guest on the Flipped Lifestyle Podcast is Sarah Kostusiak! Sarah is a mother of 3 with a master's degree in Health & Nutrition Education. She is also a health coach and the founder of HabitMasters.me! Sarah recently got her first member! And we know that if you can find 1, you can find 101! Inside Habit Masters, Sarah encourages members to choose business, personal, and household goals, and her system helps members determine what habits need to be established to meet those goals. Shane Sams and Sarah discuss learning from past failures and how to celebrate small wins. Shane and Sarah figure out a YouTube content strategy for her business and come up with challenges that are inclusive to the whole community and can get results for her members! Today we're going to talk about: - How to identify goals and track them on a daily basis - Creating challenges that will get results for your community - How fear and stress from uncertainty can affect our mindset - Decision fatigue and how to overcome bad decisions with better habits - YouTube content and community strategies that get results Make sure that you stick around at the end because Shane and Sarah discuss branding and how over-complicating your brand and running multiple websites can take your focus off where it needs to be and confuse your audience. Learn how to start, build, and grow your membership website at FlippedLifestyle.com!

Today's guest on the Flipped Lifestyle Podcast is Steven Foust, who Shane Sams has had the pleasure of getting to know through the Flipped Lifestyle Community and in Shane's Round Table Coaching Program. In this episode you'll learn: How Steven found his winning idea for his online business The one thing Steven changed that helped him get his first members A 12-week program that will help scale and grow Steven's membership to a full-time income

In today's training Shane Sams is talking about people - all the people that hold you back from building your online business. It's the human element that gets most of us derailed the fastest. You know what he's talking about - the trolls out there that are lurking outside of every single post you make, the doubters, the haters, and the critics.