Episodes

Feb. 28, 2018

SPI 307: Copyright Infringement and DMCA (with my Attorney)

#307: Hear legal strategies from attorney Richard Chapo for dealing with copyright infringement and protecting yourself legally when you allow others to post to your website. We discuss the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DCMA) and how it applies to an online business. Podcast show notes availabl…

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Feb. 21, 2018

SPI 306: Rise of the Youpreneur with Chris Ducker

#306: Today I'm going deep with Chris Ducker about his burnout, personal branding, and his new book, Rise of the Youpreneur. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session306 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art…

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Feb. 14, 2018

SPI 305: The Funnel After the Funnel with Nicole Walters

#305: Nicole Walters is here today to talk about how she built a powerful membership community and seven-figure business, all while being an amazing mother too. We discuss her viral videos, why she moved her business from Facebook to her own membership portal, and her process for hiring a Head of O…

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Feb. 7, 2018

SPI 304: Building an Online Course From Start to Finish

#304: Online courses have been an incredible experience for me, and today I'm sharing the ten steps you can take to create life-changing online courses for your audience. I discuss how to validate your course in advance, how to pre-sell the course, how to create course materials, and how to get ove…

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Jan. 31, 2018

SPI 303: How a Loan Signing Agent Built a $30K per Month Business

#303: A simple idea turned into an online business that's changed lives and earned Mark Wills and Roman Rosario over $30K per month—hear the story and their strategies on today's episode! Hear how the strategies in my book, Will It Fly?, helped them validate their business idea for Loan Signing Sys…

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Jan. 24, 2018

SPI 302: Coaching vs. Teaching—What I’ve Learned Since Investing in t…

#302: What's the difference between coaching and teaching, what are the seven questions you need to ask when coaching, and why is this important for you and your business? Whether you're just getting started with coaching or looking to improve, this episode is critical listening! Podcast show notes…

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Jan. 17, 2018

SPI 301: How a Data Scientist Pivoted into a New Brand (And Won a Tes…

#301: Today I'm talking to Ben Sullins, the founder of Teslanomics.co, who listened to the signals, pivoted into the Tesla space on YouTube, and won a Tesla Roadster! Ben shares his knowledge of how the YouTube algorithm works. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/s…

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Jan. 10, 2018

SPI 300: Meet the Mastermind Members in “The Green Room”

#300: To celebrate Episode 300, I'm speaking with the other five members of my mastermind group, The Green Room: Leslie Samuel, Michael Stelzner, Cliff Ravenscraft, Mark Mason, and Ray Edwards. Learn what they've been up to, what's on the horizon, and some takeaways that you can apply back to your …

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Jan. 3, 2018

SPI 299: The Humble Beginnings of Hmong Baby

#299: Hear a special conversation with Hmong Baby founders Mykou and Touger Thao, about what they've learned after marketing and successfully launching their products. They used the pre-selling method that I advocate in my book, Will It Fly? You'll hear about their experience with a giveaway that w…

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Dec. 27, 2017

SPI 298: Before Your New Year Begins . . .

#298: The end of the year is an opportunity to reflect, and this episode will inspire you, going forward, to be vulnerable and courageous in 2018. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session298 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…

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Dec. 20, 2017

SPI 297: Looking Back at 2017—What Went Well, What Did Not

#297: This week I'm revealing what did not go according to plan in 2017, what I learned, and what lessons you can take away from my experiences. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session297 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N…

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Dec. 13, 2017

SPI 296: What’s Coming in 2018 for the Podcast and SPI

#296: In today's episode, I'm revealing my plans for an exciting, fresh, and higher-value 2018, including YouTube, an accelerator program, and how I'm changing my blog content. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session296 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/…

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Dec. 6, 2017

SPI 295: 35 Quick Life Lessons from 35 Years of Life—Plus a Pencils o…

#295: Today, I'm turning 35: I'm celebrating by sharing the 35 most important life tips that I've learned in my business and personal life (so far). Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session295 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva…

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Nov. 29, 2017

SPI 294: 21 Top Places to Include an Affiliate Link

#294: In this episode I'm revealing the twenty-one best places to link to affiliate products or services, including in evergreen or pillar content, in your email, and the best places outside of your website. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in affiliate marketing. Podcast show no…

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Nov. 22, 2017

SPI 293: My Top Performing Affiliate Marketing Products, and Why They…

#293: Today I'm sharing the top-performing affiliate marketing products that I'm an affiliate for, and breaking down exactly why they've performed so well. I share a case study, why creating a demo works so well, and how webinars help with sales. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smart…

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Nov. 15, 2017

SPI 292: The Dark Side of Affiliate Marketing (and How to Do It Right…

#292: It's always important to understand both sides of the coin; that's true of affiliate marketing as well, so let's talk about the dark side of affiliate marketing. This episode will help you make decisions about what to promote and how to promote in an ethical manner. Podcast show notes availab…

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Nov. 8, 2017

SPI 291: A Blueprint for a Successful Short-Term JV (Joint Venture) A…

#291: Learn how to create a successful blueprint for a short-term joint venture (JV) affiliate promotion. You'll learn how to plan your promotion, how to stand out, and which tools I recommend for keeping track of your progress. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/…

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Nov. 1, 2017

SPI 290: Affiliate Marketing: An Insider Look at My Most Successful L…

#290: In this episode I break down my process for getting started with affiliate marketing, and explore some of my most successful long-term affiliate marketing campaigns. I review a case study and share my blueprint for affiliate marketing success. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.sm…

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Oct. 25, 2017

SPI 289: How Live Video Can Play a Role in Your Business (and How It’…

Let's talk about live video: Why it's important, how to get started, and more! I discuss my setup for livestreaming, which equipment I've chosen to invest in, and why your live videos don't need a ton of production. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session289 S…

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Oct. 18, 2017

SPI 288: Interview with Bec and Joe from The 4 Blades

#288: Hear the story of how Bec and Joe Winston built their niche site and community around cooking with the Thermomix. We talk about why they decided to launch a digital magazine for their brand, their experiences with digital publishing, and how they use Facebook Live. Podcast show notes availabl…

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Oct. 11, 2017

SPI 287: Should I Create a Personal Brand? Pros and Cons

#287: Today I'm exploring, in depth, the pros and cons of creating a personal online brand. I cover personal branding success stories to inspire you. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session287 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv…

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Oct. 4, 2017

SPI 286: How to Build a Brand that Stands Out from the Crowd

#286: Today we're talking about how to build a brand that stands out from the crowd: How to speak your audience's language, grow your community, and create a brand that's an experience. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session286 See Privacy Policy at https://a…

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Sept. 27, 2017

SPI 285: Accidental Entrepreneurship and Design Commerce with Jeff Sh…

Today I'm talking to Ugmonk.com founder Jeff Sheldon about his story, all things Kickstarter, and how he recently launched a campaign that earned close to $500,000. Jeff shares lots of great advice on planning all the little details of a Kickstarter campaign. Podcast show notes available here: http…

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Sept. 20, 2017

SPI 284: Crowdfunding Secrets for Success with Clay Hebert

#284: Crowdfunding expert Clay Hebert shares his best advice for validating and building a successful crowdfunding campaign. Clay shares how to determine what your Kickstarter goal should be, how to set your perks, and what you need in your campaign video. Podcast show notes available here: https:/…

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