Bill Courtney is the inspirational coach behind Undefeated … which won the 2012 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Today, I'm talking to Bill about how he structures his business to keep winning, dealing with the 2008 financial crisis, and more. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/117
Oct 10, 2019•52 min•Ep. 117
Andrew Mason is the founder and former CEO of Groupon… who had a VERY public firing. Today, I'm talking to Andrew about what he learned getting fired from the company he helped create, how he dusted himself off to start a new business, and more. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/116
Oct 03, 2019•40 min•Ep. 116
Today, we're doing a case study with Sam Zuo from passiveairbnb.com. Learn how Sam is going to increase his online course sales. We'll talk about increasing signups, how to define goals you can achieve for your business — and lots more. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/115
Sep 26, 2019•44 min•Ep. 115
I travel a lot every year, and today I'm sharing my 12 best travel tips. The "2-1" Plan, free walking tours, Google Fi… and tons more. These travel tips that can make your next business or personal trip easier. I've used these strategies and tips myself, so I know they work. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/114
Sep 19, 2019•10 min•Ep. 114
Prioritization. Focus. These are two of the MOST important things in business… but entrepreneurs get distracted. And when you get distracted, your business suffers. Today, we're doing another business case study — with Dan from The Tropical MBA. Learn how to use prioritization and focus in your business. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/113
Sep 12, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 113
I'm sharing 5 of my own ecommerce marketing insights for 2019. From email marketing to partner giveaways, I share tactics, tips, and strategies we're ACTUALLY using at our companies… no B.S. If you want ideas for your ecommerce business that really work, check out this episode. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/112
Sep 05, 2019•11 min•Ep. 112
There's a myth that if you're a creative you always need to be broke. Today, I'm talking to creative and entrepreneur Matthew of Ras Kitchen. Matthew made EVERY mistake in the book on his way to creating a YouTube channel. In this episode, use Matthew's lessons to monetize your own content and brand. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/111
Aug 29, 2019•51 min•Ep. 111
Turn your small business into an EMPIRE. Randy Murphy is the man behind Mama Fu's, an Asian restaurant that started in Austin. Today, the restaurant has 26 locations. Learn how Randy grew the small restaurant into a massive enterprise using technology and other strategies… and then do the same for your business. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/110
Aug 22, 2019•54 min•Ep. 110
How do you build a winning organization? As a three-time Super Bowl champion — and bestselling author — Michael Lombardi knows how to build a winning culture. Learn how he went from a low-level job to a coach with the New England Patriots, how to build a winning culture… and lots more. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/109
Aug 15, 2019•52 min•Ep. 109
Recently, I dissected a few businesses on my podcast. Today, we're checking back in on Museum Hack (ep 101), Taylor Schulte (ep 102), and ONE80 (ep 106) to see what they've done, and how their business has changed, since we first talked. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/108
Aug 08, 2019•50 min•Ep. 108
Robert Kurson used to be a lawyer… but he gave it all up to follow his passion project of being an author. Today, Robert is one of my FAVORITE authors. He wrote the incredible books "Shadow Divers" and "Rocket Men" based on true stories. In this episode, you'll learn how to tell great stories, how to validate your ideas, and the interesting research process behind books. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/107
Aug 01, 2019•57 min•Ep. 107
Everything was going well for Ammon from ONE80 and his online business … until some Amazon copycats stole his idea. In today's podcast, I talk to Ammon about strategies to 2x his ecommerce sales, how to recover from problems, and more. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/106
Jul 25, 2019•52 min•Ep. 106
Escape rooms are one of my favorite hobbies… and they're also a VERY weird business idea. Today, I talk to Jon from The Escape Game — one of my favorite escape rooms ever. Learn how Jon created such a weird business, how he turned it multi-city, and more. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/105
Jul 18, 2019•51 min•Ep. 105
We're halfway through 2019. How are your yearly goals? Today, I'm sharing how I check on my goals, revise goals, remove goals… and even start planning for 2020. If the year hasn't gone as well as you want so far, there's still time. Use the strategies in this episode to finish the year strong. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/104
Jul 09, 2019•11 min•Ep. 104
What does it take to make a Netflix show? Today we have a REALLY interesting conversation with Phil Rosenthal — the creator of Everybody Loves Raymond, and the Netflix show Somebody Feed Phil. Learn how Phil went from a nobody to making it in show biz, what goes into creating a Netflix show, and more. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/103
Jul 03, 2019•39 min•Ep. 103
Taylor Schulte has a full-time job... but he really wants to do something else. Recently, he started working on a passion project he LOVES — but it makes no money. Today, I talk to Taylor about how to grow his passion project into a full-time business. If you're looking to start a side hustle, or turn your side hustle into your MAIN hustle, check out this episode. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/102
Jun 28, 2019•49 min•Ep. 102
Solve your REAL business challenges. I'm helping actual listeners solve their biggest business problems — starting with Museum Hack. Today, I talk to Michael Alexis on where the company is stuck, and ideas to help them grow. Use these lessons in your own business. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/101
Jun 20, 2019•57 min•Ep. 101
Timothy Hollingsworth used to run the world's best restaurant under Thomas Keller. Recently, he was the winner of Netflix's show The Final Table — and he's a REALLY interesting entrepreneur. If you want to hear a different type of entrepreneur story, and how to go from zero to success, check out the episode. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/100
Jun 13, 2019•53 min•Ep. 100
Want to get more productive? I've tried tons of productivity tips and hacks over the years — and now I'm sharing my favorites. Some of the tips include what typing speed WPM you need to achieve to be productive, how to be more grateful, and accountability check-ins… plus a bunch more Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/99
Jun 11, 2019•11 min•Ep. 99
Isn't it fun to find new foods and snacks you enjoy? Today, I'm sharing my 7 new favorite foods and snacks. I'm going to share my favorite new workout nut butter, bone broth, chocolate… and a bunch more. Plus, I got discount codes so you can try the foods at 10-20% off. Your tastebuds will be happy. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/98
Jun 04, 2019•8 min•Ep. 98
This episode is one of my favorite episodes this year. Harpreet Singh, the CEO of Oura Ring, shares a vulnerable behind-the-scenes story of his business and personal life. Learn what it was like when his father went through a stroke, how he took a huge risk to quit a high-paying hedge fund job, and more. It's not your typical business interview... Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/97
May 30, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 97
What do YOU do when no one is watching? If no one is watching, you can quit without anyone judging you. Or even noticing. Today, I'm going to share a story about self-commitment I made — and what self-commitment means in your personal life and business. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/96
May 28, 2019•4 min•Ep. 96
Neville Medhora is a 6-figure copywriter from Kopywriting Kourse… and he hijacked this episode! It's a mystery episode where I heard Neville talks about his 10 favorite life formulas. Or maybe it's just Neville repeating his website over and over again. Let's find out... Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/95
May 21, 2019•17 min•Ep. 95
Are your finances set up correctly? Even for successful entrepreneurs, the answer is often no. Today, I talk to New York Times bestselling finance author Ramit Sethi. Learn how to make more money, optimize your finances, and what a rich life REALLY means. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/94
May 16, 2019•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 94
Today, I'm sharing how to use a fun Friday dinner to build friendships and business relationships. The dinner is called Shabbat, and I'm going to show you step-by-step how to set it up for maximum business growth, personal growth, and fun. Try it this week! Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/93
May 14, 2019•12 min•Ep. 93
Every business has meetings… but no one really thinks about how to optimize them! There are some specific things we do at Sumo.com for our weekly meetings, and today I'm going to share them. I'll take you through our typical Tuesday meeting, and share minute-by-minute how we optimize the meeting to be better. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/92
May 07, 2019•5 min•Ep. 92
Alex Lieberman is the co-founder and CEO behind the daily business newsletter Morning Brew. This newsletter is an 8-figure business with over a million subscribers. Today, I talk to Alex about his journey of leaving a career in finance, anxiety of entrepreneurship, and how to grow a successful business. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/91
May 02, 2019•57 min•Ep. 91
Last night I was talking to a friend who was fired from a high-profile job. It reminded me of the time I got fired from Facebook… it felt like I lost everything. Today, I'm sharing how to find courage and clarity when you're struggling — from knowing what you really want, to getting accountability, and more. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/90
Apr 30, 2019•7 min•Ep. 90
What are the BEST business books of 2019? Every year, I read dozens and dozens of books. Today, I'm sharing my favorite business — and personal — books of 2019. These are the books I've loved, and they can help you in your business or personal life. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/89
Apr 23, 2019•10 min•Ep. 89
Alan Weiss is the author behind one of my FAVORITE books on consulting and business ever — Million Dollar Consulting. In today's podcast, I talk to Alan about his thoughts on business and life. Learn how he grew a million-dollar business after getting fired and starting from zero, plus more. Full show notes at https://okdork.com/podcast/88
Apr 18, 2019•52 min•Ep. 88