#690 These two free opportunities we offer at SPI have already served a massive number of entrepreneurs. If you're not taking advantage of them, you're missing out! You see, networking with people on the same path is vital for the success of your business. To help you scale your brand, the SPI team and I host free monthly meetups at SmartPassiveIncome.com/events . This is your shot to learn directly from us and to form relationships with the entrepreneurs who will support your growth. Listen in ...
Jun 16, 2023•10 min•Ep. 690
#689 Many businesses rely on advertising to reach new audiences. But what if instead of paying for sponsored posts on Facebook or Instagram, you could invest in creators like you? On the flip side, what if you could earn real money promoting the content you love? The world of email has stagnated lately, but a new launch from ConvertKit is about to change that in a big way! Today, you'll hear all about The Creator Network, which will help you find engaged followers in your niche without using any...
Jun 14, 2023•37 min•Ep. 689
#688 I'm getting those feelings again. Self-doubt, fear of humiliation, questioning why I'm even putting myself through this—and it's been the same every time! No matter if it was starting my business and podcast, speaking on stages, writing books, selling courses, or building a community—I always felt like this at pivotal moments in my life. So what is it this time? When this episode comes out, my first Pokémon live event will be in full swing in Anaheim! CARD PARTY is a massive project, so I w...
Jun 09, 2023•13 min•Ep. 688
#687 Established podcasters are earning millions of dollars in sponsorships every year. My great friend and guest, John Lee Dumas, is one of them. But, with almost four thousand episodes of Entrepreneurs on Fire under his belt, would he even recommend podcasting to grow a business in 2023? Listen in on today's episode because JLD delivers a reality check like no other. His show has amassed over one hundred and forty million downloads, but he's the first to point out that new podcasters are facin...
Jun 07, 2023•39 min•Ep. 687
#686 Your network is your net worth. That is to say, who you choose to surround yourself with can either support your growth or deplete your energy. So, when was the last time you received a warm lead or referral from your network? When was the last time you extended an opportunity to a friend? This fantastic Teaching Friday session with our guest host Benjamin Yeh will reveal the secret to building impactful relationships and help you connect with the right people in your niche. Tune in to get ...
Jun 02, 2023•35 min•Ep. 686
#685 Why is it that most people never reach their goals? You see, we all know about the importance of physical fitness. Mental strength, however, is often ignored. That's a problem because our mindset is the number one thing that can propel us forward or hold us back! That's why I had to invite my friend Sagi Shrieber back on the show to share a heavy dose of motivation. This chat perfectly illustrates the timeline of success and gives you the tools you need to take action with the right vision ...
May 31, 2023•51 min•Ep. 685
#684 Content overload is the new normal, so how do we regain control over what we consume and how we learn? This is such an important topic that I'm writing a whole book about it! While Lean Learning is only coming out in 2024 or 2025, I still want to share my strategies to help you right now. Navigating the information buffet can be tricky, so listen in on this episode to find out about the habits I've cultivated to help me stay focused! Here's the thing, though. The big lesson I share today ha...
May 26, 2023•11 min•Ep. 684
#683 Fear is often the biggest thing holding us back. So how do we neutralize its power over us? What can we do to stop it from manifesting as procrastination and perfectionism? How do we come to terms with uncertainty and move toward success? We tackle all that in this incredible episode with my guest, Dr. Corey Wilks, Psy.D. This session is an absolute masterclass on conquering fear and transforming your mindset! Dr. Wilks is a clinical psychologist and entrepreneur specializing in helping cre...
May 24, 2023•43 min•Ep. 683
#682 If you're trying to build a brand using short-form videos, I'm worried about you. This goes against most of the advice you'll hear, but I'm taking a stand because long-form content is a much better way to build a loyal audience. In this session, I want to walk you through the thought process and experiences that have led to this conclusion. In fact, I recently spoke on stage at Social Media Marketing World on this topic, and the feedback has been incredible. You see, Shorts are a lot like e...
May 19, 2023•14 min•Ep. 682
#681 Without building a community around your brand, you'll be left behind. That's the flag I'm planting in the ground, the line I'm drawing in the sand. But, for your business, what exactly is the role and value of bringing people together? Today, I'm exploring this topic with my guests Chris Miles and Danielle Hollembaek from Money Ripples. You see, they recently hired SPI CEO Matt Gartland and me to help them build their community. We want to share this process with you because the benefits f...
May 17, 2023•38 min•Ep. 681
#680 With AI leveling the playing field, just having the information people look for won't help you build a brand. For the modern entrepreneur, standing out is all about bringing people together and creating a sense of belonging. I use this exact approach to grow Deep Pocket Monster, my Pokémon YouTube channel. In fact, there's a particular tool that has proven to be especially good at helping me foster a sense of community. I won't keep you guessing. The tool I'm referring to is a dish rag. Tha...
May 12, 2023•12 min•Ep. 680
#679 There's a way to conceptualize your work-life balance as a stove with four burners: family, friends, health, and work. To succeed at any one thing, you have to turn off at least one of the other burners. If you want to excel at something, you have to turn off two. With that in mind, what is the best way to build a business without losing your health and relationships? My friend Steve Chou of MyWifeQuitHerJob.com is back on the show to share his powerful message and strategies with us. His b...
May 10, 2023•41 min•Ep. 679
#678 Today's episode is about as Zen as I ever get here on the show. You see, I was trying out my daughter's Buddha Board—a drawing surface meant to promote mindfulness—and it taught me a very important lesson. Nowadays, many of us are more preoccupied with capturing the moment than we are with living it. That's where the Buddha Board comes in as a way to create and watch your work fade away into nothingness a few minutes later. I'll read you some funny Amazon reviews highlighting just how troub...
May 05, 2023•11 min•Ep. 678
#677 Bringing people together and fostering uplifting relationships is one of the most valuable services you can offer. That's why, at SPI, we're all-in on creating powerful online community experiences and sharing what we discover along the way. Today's chat with Gesche Haas of Dreamers & Doers is an incredible learning opportunity for all of us running membership sites. Her award-winning community has been going strong for nearly a decade, supporting women entrepreneurs and leaders. Gesche...
May 03, 2023•35 min•Ep. 677
#676 There's something I need to tell you. With over one thousand two hundred episodes published since 2014, AskPat is no more. That's right. I'm ending a podcast that has amassed tens of millions of downloads and has brought in hundreds of thousands of dollars in sponsorship earnings. In this session, I want to walk you through this important decision and why I had to let go of a show I love. You'll hear me get nostalgic, but I also share the lessons learned along the way. Publishing a podcast ...
Apr 28, 2023•12 min•Ep. 676
#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 f...
Apr 26, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 675
#674 You're such a tool—is what I say to the tools I use because that's what they are! In this session, I share the next-generation software and services that impact how I work right now. These are the latest additions to my arsenal, and I've been blown away by how good they are! mymind, for example, is like an AI-powered Pinterest board for your brain. It allows me to collect notes, thoughts, articles, images, and so on, all in one place. Behind the scenes, mymind is sorting through everything,...
Apr 21, 2023•15 min•Ep. 674
#673 Some creators get millions of views on platforms like TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels. That's incredible! But here's the thing—many of them aren't generating any income. Not a dime! That's the situation that today's guest found himself in when he went from fifty-two subscribers to a six-figure following in a matter of days. He went on to create viral video after viral video, barely making any money. That is, until he pulled off an incredible transition to long-form content that ...
Apr 19, 2023•47 min•Ep. 673
#672 There is a big difference between building an audience and building a community. You see, as creators, we can do a lot more than just share our knowledge. When we leverage the full potential of our platforms, we create a sense of belonging for our followers. This is key not because community is like insurance for our businesses but because, now more than ever, people are starved for connection! And I'm not just talking the talk. I'm happy to announce that at Deep Pocket Monster, my venture ...
Apr 14, 2023•11 min•Ep. 672
#671 This may come as a surprise, but your story has nothing to do with you. You see, when people hear about your journey, they actually feel the possibilities in their own life. When you share vulnerably, your story becomes a vehicle of hope for the listener! That's why storytelling is one of the most powerful skills you can develop as an entrepreneur. But don't take my word for it—listen in on my conversation with Shelli Varela to experience it firsthand. Today, she shares her inspiring journe...
Apr 12, 2023•45 min•Ep. 671
#670 Many people now face the same reality I encountered during the 2008 recession. Freshly laid off from a dream architecture job, I realized that building a business would be my only shot at taking control of my future! You see, times of great disruption are a chance for new ideas to come to the fore. That's precisely the topic of today's roundtable chat with Entrepreneur editor-in-chief Jason Feifer and SPI CEO Matt Gartland. Together we tackle everything from taking initial steps like defini...
Apr 07, 2023•58 min•Ep. 670
#669 If you're trying to expand your knowledge and build business relationships, starting a mastermind is the way to go! But what specific setup can attract the top players in your niche to your group? That's the topic of today's talk with Antonio Centeno of Real Men Real Style. Antonio shares his game-changing mastermind method that brings high-profile members together and builds business relationships like crazy. This is a unique approach because, first of all, it comes with an eight-week time...
Apr 05, 2023•43 min•Ep. 669
#668 I'm always cautious about where I invest my attention. As such, I'm never an early adopter when new trends or tools pop up. And that's been the case with AI tools like ChatGPT as well. That said, I've conducted some interesting experiments over the last few days. You'll hear all about it in this session, so tune in because the results are impressive! I have to credit my friend Rick Mulready for sharing his ChatGPT hacks with me. You see, only when I started using the right prompts did this ...
Mar 31, 2023•13 min•Ep. 668
#667 If you want to stand out online, going the extra mile matters. Even in a crowded space, very few creators have the capacity and know-how to fully serve the niche. The extra mile is never saturated! But, with limited time and financial resources, what aspects of content creation should you become exceptional at? What are the best investments you can make, and which free tools will best grow your audience? Those are the topics of today's conversation with the incredible Roberto Blake of the C...
Mar 29, 2023•46 min•Ep. 667
#666 One thing is clear—lazy content creation won't get you anywhere online today! So how do you grab attention and get audiences to focus? One way to do it is through pattern interrupts. If you don't know what I'm talking about, maybe you've seen this technique in action during the Super Bowl commercials. In fact, a clever Tubi ad spot had me and thousands of other people scrambling in just fifteen seconds. Listen in on today's episode for my reaction! But you don't have to resort to trickery t...
Mar 24, 2023•12 min•Ep. 666
#665 The best part about online marketing is that it is fast . Most of the time, you'll either see results right away or not at all. But if your offer isn't working, how do you adjust it for optimal outcomes? With the right data and measurements, the answer is simple! In today's episode, I'm joined by Chris Mercer of MeasurementMarketing.io. Chris helps businesses figure out what's working and what isn't and stops them from committing "random acts of marketing" that never deliver. But what are t...
Mar 22, 2023•45 min•Ep. 665
#664 You have to be a disaster before you become the master. I heard this from John Lee Dumas a while ago, but it really helped me get through February this year. You see, starting to write my upcoming book has been a massive grind. This is my first time going down the traditional publishing route, so it feels like a huge deal. I shared both my excitement and my worries with you in episode 624. If you haven't already, check that session out to find out more! Of course, I already wrote and self-p...
Mar 17, 2023•11 min•Ep. 664
#663 Email marketing is by far the number one way businesses are growing their revenue. It's also much more straightforward than we've been led to believe. So why are many entrepreneurs reluctant to get started? We often overcomplicate things, but Jason Resnick of NurtureKit.co joins me in this episode to share the simple email tactics that get amazing results. At the core of his method is a vital attitude shift from broadcasting to communication. Some of Jason's clients have even doubled their ...
Mar 15, 2023•42 min•Ep. 663
#662 I didn't think anyone would discover my little trick, but one of our Unstuck newsletter subscribers from Australia totally caught me! She reached out with incredible feedback that I have to share with you. Suffice it to say the tools in my book Superfans are still serving businesses everywhere. In fact, my subscriber's message was all about how one simple tactic doubled her Patreon revenue in fifteen minutes! I wrote Superfans with this exact scenario in mind, focusing on strategies that wi...
Mar 10, 2023•12 min•Ep. 662
#661 What happens when you finally achieve your goals may surprise you. You see, many people who chase "success" find both the journey and the destination unfulfilling. But what if, instead of success, you aimed for greatness? This is the focus of my incredibly powerful conversation with my good friend, Lewis Howes. As many of you know, Lewis hosts The School of Greatness. With over 500 million downloads, his podcast is one of the most popular out there! Lewis joins me for a game-changing chat c...
Mar 08, 2023•49 min•Ep. 661
