Behind The Thread: Recent Episodes
Calum Johnson
We all know there is a whole lot of noise on Twitter. Well not anymore, on this podcast, we take your favorite twitter accounts & sit down with the people behind the tweets. Unscripted, unfiltered conversations with the best entrepreneurs, investors & builders twitter has to offer. What are they really like, how do they think, what are their favorite meme pages, do they have a secret burner account? I ask the important questions & get the real answers, get ready this is gonna be fun
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Timestamps
0:00:00 Intro
0:05:06 This why you sell $0 on your offers! (Painful Story!)
0:12:14 The crucial mistake that every entrepreneur makes!
0:16:05 Stop paying the ignorance tax
0:18:27 Sell outcomes not views
0:24:30 Sponsor Break HubSpot
0:25:21 How Omar made $720K in 24 hours
0:26:43 "I lost $100K in a Ponzi Scheme"
0:33:18 You must turn anxiety into anticipation (Sales Secret)
0:39:19 The four parts of a real business (Foundation)
0:41:34 You can make $10K from one reel (the strategy)
0:49:40 The power of the lead magnet EXPLAINED
0:55:51 Build a program people finish (Make this change NOW!)
0:59:47 People pay for speed
1:12:00 Build in public & sell the next step
1:30:58 Sponsor yourself and make it predictable
About the Guest / About the Episode
Omar Eltakrori is the offers expert, he has sold nearly $3M in one single offer in his first 3 years in business. In this episode, Omar breaks down exactly how to go from âmy content gets attention but no one buysâ to your first $10,000, then $100,000 and beyondâwith real examples from launches that flopped, the pivots that fixed them, and the $720K day that followed. If you want to learn how to sell on the internet, we created this conversation for you....enjoy
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
04:51 The biggest mistake with AI content (you sound like a robot!)
09:56 The one lesson from Gary Vee that changed Calebâs career
13:03 Alice in Wonderland & your brandâs direction (powerful metaphor)
15:27 How to reverse-engineer your brand outcome
19:46 The Brand Journey Framework (4 must-ask questions)
23:40 Why one clear goal beats chasing 10 outcomes
25:14 The Brand Story Framework (3 steps to stand out)
29:13 Find your contrarian belief (the secret sauce*)
34:22 The exercise: flip industry clichĂŠs into your unique truth
37:50 The power of polarizing beliefs
40:09 Gary Veeâs âDocument, Donât Createâ explained
45:20 The 70/20/10 rule for testing content (and loving the flop)
54:27 Why chasing virality traps most creators
57:14 Storytelling 101: why vulnerability beats perfection
1:02:40 Hooks that GRAB attention in 1 second
1:06:50 How to find your audienceâs painful problem
1:13:27 Every story needs this final piece (the storytelling framework)
1:19:08 AI and the future of brand (what stays timeless)
1:28:34 Why in-person connection is the ultimate moat
1:33:00 What to focus on for the next 12 months (the one thing)
1:36:00 Pushing through the âDipâ when you want to quit
About Caleb Ralston
Caleb Ralston has spent 16 years building brands, helping entrepreneurs like Gary Vaynerchuk and Alex Hormozi scale audiences of over 30 million followers and hundreds of millions in sales. In this episode, he shares the frameworks behind unforgettable personal brands: that includes the Brand Journey, the Brand Story framework, and the power of contrarian beliefs. From testing content that âflopsâ to building trust that converts, Caleb lays out a timeless playbook for anyone serious about standing out in a noisy, AI-driven world
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
03:15 Past vs future as tools (end stagnation fast)
10:11 Your future self is real (the Harvard insight)
12:44 10x your income without working harder!
16:04 Set an âimpossibleâ goal â then shorten the timeline
18:44 Sponsor: The Eight Sleep upgrade that fueled output
20:39 What a true stretch goal looks like (you donât know how)
23:26 18 months to a \$220K book deal (Benâs path)
25:35 Selective attention vs inattentional blindness (find the path)
33:56 Your goals are ruining your dreams!
36:50 Identity is the reason you are broke!
42:14 Survival mode? Journal a new future, then speak it
51:33 The "subtract-then-scale" playbook
59:49 Are you a Buyer or Seller: Know when to walk away!
1:11:28 You must think bigger (The Billion Podcast)
About the Guest / About the Episode
Dr. Benjamin Hardy is a bestselling author whose books have sold millions of copies, he has coached multiple 8 figure entrepreneurs on how to scale their companies. In this episode, we build a practical roadmap for stuck founders: set an âimpossibleâ goal, shrink the timeline, raise your floor, operate from identity, and become the buyer (not the seller) so you can 10â100x your business and your life
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
06:45 This one thing changed my life
14:16 It was my rock bottom moment!
19:20 This is how I built my wealth...
25:24 How Dan Made His First Million!
33:07 We are in the New AI Era!
39:06 DIRECTOR vs DOER: agents will do the work (and change everything)
41:17 There will be a $1B Company With One Employee
44:33 The future is here (just not evenly distributed)
45:39 TVC: Taste, Vision, Care â The 3 Skills You Must Have...
51:09 The One Startup AI Idea... (here is the play)
56:38 Productize the workflow: dashboards, copilots, and leverage
1:00:53 Tools and a mindset shift: ask AI FIRST, always
1:06:55 Find your smallest viable market (passion âwho has moneyâ)
1:10:34 These aer the perfect first customers for you.....
1:16:29 âWhy not you? Why not now?â
1:23:50 Build the world you need (then show others how)
About the Guest / About the Episode
Dan Martell is a serial entrepreneur whoâs built and sold three startups and now runs a \$100M+ portfolio investing in AI In this unexpectedly raw conversation, Dan lays out a clear, no-excuses blueprint to win in the AI era and the ONE business idea you can go all in on right now......
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
02:38 Why non-coders can build real apps now (AI makes it possible)
06:14 First dollar online: the personal CRM story + imposter syndrome
09:03 Ellie demo: time-boxing that thousands use daily (with paying users)
12:22 âAI slopâ vs serious software â how Chris ships with AI (fast)
13:50 What is Claude Code (and why Chris switched from Cursor)
16:37 Sponsor break: Free AI App Builder Kit (idea â spec â launch)
18:17 Sponsor break: Rocket Money â track spend and kill wasted subs
21:31 Subscription Monster: the problem, constraints, and first signals
29:14 Do this right now! (Turn these AI Ideas into $1M Apps)
33:08 1 tweet â 25 signups: build-in-public waitlist playbook
41:03 The rough business plan: first dollar, ceiling, SEO/Reddit/cold email
47:17 The AI App brand SECRETS! (why âSubscription Monsterâ sticks)
59:48 Live mascot build: hand-drawn â ChatGPT image â pro logo
1:11:24 Working prototype: Plaid sync, 1,400 transactions, duplicate spend found
1:22:00 Claude Code 101: terminals, folders, and the âinterface-firstâ rule
1:40:41 Mini app from scratch: watch the exact prompts
1:46:46 Step-zero marketing: waitlists, beta users, fast feedback loops
About the Guest / About the Episode
Chris Raroque is a self-made entrepreneur behind Ellie (daily planning), Luna (budgeting), and Mogul (personal CRM)âapps used by thousands every day, with 50,000+ signups and 1,000+ paying users on Ellie. In this masterclass he shares the full blueprint to go from zero to a full app in days using Claude Code. Itâs our most ambitious AI build yetâand weâve included a supporting doc so you can follow every step and ship faster.
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
07:16 From zero followers to \$30K/month (Zitaâs backstory)
10:58 You can get views and make $0!
14:39 How AI changed everything for creators
21:58 This is why your brand makes no money
25:38 The 3 types of content you must post to build an audience that buys!
32:13 Why AUTHORITY posts shift beliefs and build trust
37:45 Personality posts â the hardest but most profitable
42:59 The ChatGPT prompt you NEED (we test it live)
47:42 Breaking down Zitaâs most viral posts (with scripts)
55:11 How to research viral hooks and formats (Meedro AI step by step)
1:03:24 Using Claude + AI tools to rewrite proven scripts FAST
1:12:46 The automated sales ecosystem (turning followers into clients)
1:19:55 Why lead magnets are the secret to consistent sales
1:27:53 The 5-day email sequence that sells on autopilot
1:41:17 The PRODUCT LADDER: The secret to more sales without working hard!
1:48:20 What Zita would tell his past self struggling with imposter syndrome
1:51:32 Surviving the dip: why consistency beats everything
About the Guest / About the Episode
Zita is a personal brand strategist. I call him the âframework guy" as he helps creators and entrepreneurs turn attention into real income using AI, content funnels, and automated sales systems. In this episode he reveals his full three-phase framework for going from zero followers to profitable personal brand â complete with behind-the-scenes walkthroughs of the exact AI tools, viral video tactics, and funnel automations he uses daily. If you want to build a loyal audience that buys from you, this is the blueprint.
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Timestamps
00:00 INTRO
02:01 The golden era for builders!
07:16 The wake-up call: are you on the WRONG path?
09:40 The fear of being average â escape NPC life
12:26 Vibe-coding & the rise of Replit
14:40 An $100M company in 5.5 months
17:59 Step 0: IDEA MINING (simple notebook exercise)
20:45 Find your $100M idea
25:22 The 4-Step Framework: PLAN â PROMPT â PERFECT â PUBLISH
33:18 LIVE BUILD starts: planning the Zen-Timer app
38:57 PROMPT MAGIC â AI Agent writes the entire code
45:03 Debugging 101 (You will Believe you can build ANYTHING!)
53:50 Perfecting: log-in & data in minutes
1:02:45 PUBLISH your AI app in one click â deploy to the web
1:06:40 Design tweaks with screenshots & Figma import
1:14:50 How To Market Your New Business! ($1M Apps do this!)
1:23:20 How to get your FIRST users (Mattâs playbook)
1:31:40 Consistency ⢠Simplicity ⢠EXECUTION
About Matt Palmer
Matt Palmer is the Replit Insider and Vibe coding expert. In this masterclass we show step by step how anyone can turn an idea into a profitable app in 30 minutesâeven if youâve never written a line of code.
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
03:42 Matt Wolfeâs daily AI stack (only 3 tools!)
08:20 How Perplexity Labs replaces a $10K/month consultant
10:01 Dan Martell was right: these are the new top earners!!
12:35 How to become an AI orchestrator (not a victim!)
14:00 Prompting secrets: âTalk to it like a teammateâ
17:02 How to speak with AI
19:48 The YouTube prompt Matt uses every week
22:10 The real reason your video isnât performing
27:11 The mistake most people make with ChatGPT
33:19 How Matt writes viral Shorts with ChatGPT
36:51 Building your first âAI departmentâ
41:49 Studio-quality thumbnail imagesâmade in ChatGPT?!
44:02 Use this prompt to fix underperforming videos
48:10 Perplexity Labs FULL breakdown (actual use case)
59:04 Gemini Deep Research walkthrough
1:02:11 The hidden gem: AI Studio (Googleâs secret weapon)
1:08:10 How to extract 50 lessons from a Naval podcast
1:10:36 Use Gemini For This One Use Case!
1:14:19 The 3-step workflow Matt uses to write, research, and ideate
1:19:44 How to prep for high-stakes interviews with AI
1:24:12 I don't use Google anymore to search (The AI Reporter)
1:26:25 The AI prompt that will 10x your self-awareness
1:28:30 The truth about MVPs (and why speed matters more than ever)
1:35:18 Stop waitingâstart testing (Mattâs AI advice)
1:40:01 Final thoughts + where to begin this weekend
About Matt Wolfe
Matt Wolfe is one of the internetâs most trusted voices on AIâhis YouTube channel has over 780K subscribers and breaks down the latest tools, trends, and use cases across business and content. In this episode, he reveals exactly how to use just three toolsâChatGPT, Perplexity, and Geminiâto 10X your life and business.
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:12 The TRUTH about why storytelling is so important for entrepreneurs!
07:46 The science behind why stories WORK
10:19 âNothing sells like a storyâ (real business examples)
15:04 Why charisma is a MYTH (itâs all about CRAFT)
18:30 Can storytelling be TAUGHT?
21:13 How to become a master storyteller (find your 5 second moment)
26:14 This is where you go wrong with your story
33:57 How to locate YOUR life-changing story moments
36:18 The fire swallower story (an amazing âaha!â example)
41:12 The power of emotional storytelling
44:30 How Steve Jobs used storytelling to build the biggest tech company in the world
46:06 Step 1: Find your ending (aka the \$1M 5âsecond moment)
50:33 Step 2: Find your beginning (this creates the magic!)
55:11 Step 3: Master the middle (add suspense + keep attention)
59:55 Why suspense is the storyteller's secret weapon (Wordle principle)
1:01:47 The real reason to tell stories: be remembered forever
1:04:37 How to live out loudâand be truly known
About Matthew Dicks
Matt Dicks is a 58-time Moth StorySLAM champion, bestselling author of âStoryworthy,â and one of the worldâs top storytelling coaches. In this episode, he shares a step-by-step masterclass on how to craft unforgettable stories that make people listen, connect emotionally with you, and ultimately buy from you. Whether youâre building a brand, selling a product, or trying to be heardâthis framework will make you a master storyteller
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
06:52 You need a âBuyâ button (Dom's number 1 piece of business advice!)
12:31 Can an AI run an ENTIRE company?
15:04 Peter Levelsâ viral flight sim â lessons in vibe-coding
18:24 Sponsor: Hostinger Horizons will build your website
19:09 Vibe-coding 101: turning feelings into products
22:37 Blakeâs calorie-counting app (all ChatGPT prompts)
25:50 Sponsor: Square will help you run your business
26:35 Founder-Led Brands: story SELLS, slides donât
29:18 The 3 Step Framework (The AI flywheel)
32:47 LIVE build: CalumGPT in under 10 minutes
37:11 Pricing, liability, & other creator fears â SOLVED
40:20 Replit vs V0 vs Roark â choosing your weapon
43:08 The âlean-forwardâ rule for instant momentum
46:02 Weekend challenge: palms open, idea downloaded
48:40 Domâs closing gratitude (and YOUR next move)
52:30 Training a custom GPT on 400+ hours of transcripts
58:15 AgentGPT: turning comments & metrics into upgrades
1:05:42 Domâs âevery creator needs a buttonâ monetization play
1:13:07 Add personality to your GPT
1:33:03 Decode your analytics: likes, saves, shares
1:49:24 Plug & play website in Replit (full demo) -- it built the Apple Website
2:04:21 FINAL 5-min idea challenge & next steps
About the Guest
Dom Ashburn, better known as Mr.Grateful is an AI educator who teaches people how to use AI to amplify creativity and personal empowerment. Heâs deeply human-first in his approach, showing that success with AI comes from emotional intelligence and clear thinking, not technical complexity.
He has built several profitable AI native businesses and in this episode he shows you how to build your own successful AI business starting right from the beginning.....
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Patrick Dang: @patrickdang
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
04:14 âContent is not fun if youâre not making moneyâ
06:19 Patrickâs BREAKING POINT: "I had $200 left, no job, total failure"
08:46 The one insight that changed everything
10:39 How he made $1K in 30 days (after 12 months of trying)
14:10 This is what kept him going when everyone else quit
17:41 Proof that you DONâT need a big audience to make money
19:18 The 3-step framework for building a profitable personal brand (2025 + beyond)
21:12 Why AI is the CHEAT CODE in 2025 (the real use case)
24:34 Most people are using ChatGPT WRONG (do this instead)
27:25 Live demo: how to use ChatGPT to find your perfect business idea
31:40 AI as your coach: how to test and improve your niche FAST
34:55 Patrick builds a business idea + grand slam offer in real-time on Chat GPT
43:17 The truth about online business models (pick the one that fits YOU)
54:39 Create vs. Sell â the NEW personal brand approach!!
58:21 Lead Gen 101: how to get your first high-ticket client in 14 days
1:03:20 How to build a client-getting funnel (even with 0 followers)
1:06:50 3 secrets to make people care about your content
1:10:40 Patrickâs âstorytelling systemâ to get fans, not just views
1:14:42 Why YOU are the niche (and how to stand out instantly)
1:19:33 Dark Psychology of Sales: The Pain-Dream Gap
1:24:11 How to raise your prices without losing sales
1:28:45 This 1 belief is what holds most creators back
1:32:10 What life feels like after you build a successful personal brand
1:40:20 â How to go from stuck to confident: Rewiring your mindset for sales
1:49:13 â This is the key reframe for getting better at sales
About the Guest
Patrick Dang built a profitable personal brand from scratch after quitting his tech sales job and hitting rock bottom. With over 300K YouTube subscribers and building a life of financial freedom in online sales, he now teaches everyday people how to turn their knowledge into income. In this complete masterclass, he breaks down his 3-step framework for building a multi-six figure personal brand in 2025 (in just 60 days!), how to use Chat GPT to accelerate every step, and the dark psychology of making your first sale. If you're stuck in your job or business and want to build your own path to freedom in this new era of AI, this is the episode to watch.
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00:00 Intro
03:23 Why FREEDOM beats flashy millions everytime
05:12 From homeless to millionaire (Arlan's painful origin story)
08:29 Arlanâs AI epiphany
14:02 Fast vs slow: finding your WHY first so you can move fast
17:57 ChatGPT live demo: uncover your hidden superpower
21:12 Crafting IRRESISTIBLE offers with AI
25:27 Choosing the perfect business model (8 options)
30:15 Three killer questions to find your $1M Idea
38:52 Build Your Product (The Replit Guided Demo!)
43:18 Deploying a live landing page in under 10 minutes
48:41 How Arlan built a $5,000 website
53:07 Marketing masterclass: How to attract your buyers on autopilot
56:38 YouTube as the ultimate growth hack
1:02:11 Two challenges to make your first $100 online
1:07:40 From zero to launched: the mindset that actually wins
1:13:05: There are no excuses left
About the Episode
Arlan Hamilton went from sleeping in airports to building a $30âŻmillion venture portfolio and backing 200+ startupsâwithout a college degree. In this masterclass she shows how absolute beginners can harness AI (ChatGPT & Replit) to build a revenueâready business in just eight hours, then market it with zero ad spend.
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ErwinâŻMcManus â https://www.instagram.com/erwinmcmanus
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
02:51 Storytelling vs. Selling â why VALUE must come first
04:35 The lonely 52âŻHz Whale (finding your tribeâs hidden frequency)
09:57 The 7âŻFrequencies of Communication revealed â which one are you using?
14:18 Shadow frequencies that secretly repel customers
17:04 Money follows meaning â the brandâbuilderâs mantra
20:12 Step 1: Turn your trauma into audience connection
24:30 Step 2: Craft moments, not paragraphs (sceneâbyâscene blueprint)
29:42 Commander vs. Healer communication
34:05 You are not average!
43:11 Step 3: Map your story to the 7 classic archetypes
48:26 This frequency mismatch is killing your brand connection
56:52 Brand â Business â how to price on identity, not cost
1:02:30 MindShift: Reâstructuring a life for repeated success
1:08:17 Build community around uncommon beliefs (realâworld playbook)
1:19:47 Erwinâs closing challenge: Find the genius buried inside you
About the Guest
ErwinâŻMcManus is a bestselling author, Founder of Mosaic who has spoken to millions across 100+ countries. In this conversation he unpacks the 7âŻFrequencies of Communication and shows entrepreneurs how to turn personal story into brand superâpower. If you have ever struggled to make your message resonateâor wondered why customers click but never convertâthis episode will rewire the way you speak, sell, and serve.
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro (The Game Has Changed!)
01:57 Step 1 â The $9M AI Sprint Challenge (Speed over structure)
04:35 What Is Vibe Coding? (One prompt, endless possibilities)
06:20 Fail Fast, Learn Faster (Rileyâs rapid-iteration secret)
10:08 Step 2 â Live Demo: See AI conjure a fully branded expense tracker in seconds
14:13 One Prompt â Building a mobile app
18:53 Screenshot to Website (How to Design your landing page in seconds!)
22:50 Deploy in 15 Seconds (Instant feedback loop)
31:00 Monetize & Scale (Adding payments, security, and growth tactics)
35:22 Step 3 â Saturday Challenge (Ship your own AI app by Sunday!)
About Riley Brown
Riley Brown is a content creator and AI educator who went from marketing analyst to one of the most influential voices in the AI creator space. He just raised millions of dollars for his AI app, Vibe Code which helps people to build apps right from their phone without having to code.
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00:00 Intro
01:25 Content is on easy mode in 2025
05:23 The big opportunity for aspiring creators starting now
11:40 What effect has content creation had on Oren's life & wealth
14:40 Why you should become a creator
21:23 The âRule of 100â will make you a successful creator
27:38 If you are afraid to post, watch this...
31:24 Getting the very first brand deal from content
34:10 The ONLY way to be successful as a creator
37:13 Life changing creator stories
45:37 How to choose your niche
51:23 3 levels of being a successful creator
55:15 Listen to this and take away all your excuses!
1:00:13 Step 1:Why you must curate your creative space
1:07:03 Step 2:How to choose your muse
1:09:59 Step 3How to find your style
1:13:49 How to improve your content!
1:18:07 I never wanted to be broke again! (Oren's trauma changed everything!)
1:21:19 How to find your purpose
1:26:02 How to get out of the âgraveyardâ phase
1:28:59 The Secret Framework to go viral
1:34:18 Going Viral is Overrated
1:41:36 How To Consistently Get Views
1:44:30 How to make money as a creator
About the video
Today's guest is Oren John. At 37 years old, Oren was working in marketing and had never produced a short form video in his life. He wanted to learn more about marketing on social media and so he started creating short form videos. Now he has published over 1,000 short form videos and built an audience of over 700k people across all his social media platforms. In this episode he breaks down how anyone can rebrand, start producing content and reach financial freedom through content creation.
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:30 I was not meant to be succcessful! (Single Mom)
03:45 Keep Your Inner Child Safe!
06:52 Your environment shapes who you are.
12:28 Donni's early failures in business
19:23 How to handle parental pressure.
26:41 Never settle!
30:26 Every experience builds you up
40:19 Why you must save and invest
45:18 Your 9-5 steals your freedom!
49:10 Channel your pain to become successful
1:01:17 Why failures are important
1:09:24 How to find your purpose
1:13:36 How to build a business around your calling
1:24:21 How to develop a great offer
1:34:36 You must be delusional to get rich!
1:39:39 Become the person you aspire to be RIGHT NOW
1:51:45 Your first 6 figures is the most difficult!
1:55:11 The âAlex Hormoziâ rule to make 6 figures easily.
1:59:21 The REAL Way to build multiple income streams
2:02:02 How Donni made her first million dollars
2:12:55 MOM= Real life hero.
About the video.
Todayâs Guest is Donni Wiggins. Donni is a 7-figure business coach that has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs to hit 6 and 7 figures in their business. Earlier in her career, Donni was a real estate broker and property agent. She lost everything in the recession, going from $250,000/ yr salary and comfy lifestyle to earning $11/hr and living with her Mom and young daughter. In this episode she shares how she bounced back and how anyone can build a 7 figure business from scratch
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Follow Us!My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTimestamps00:00 Intro 01:19 Q1: How to go from 0-100k subscribers in 9 months (my unique method)29:05 Q2: What made me start a podcast (how to make your content dream a reality). 33:42 Q3: Whats the biggest mistake I made on YouTube (Every creator MUST avoid)38:50 Q4: What are some BTS stories from recording the show (19 Keys & Kat Cole)47:33 Which guests have inspired you the most? (Comment below âŹď¸)57:50 Who are your dream guests for the show? (Is it TOO LATE)1:03:17 What is the future of the channel? (STAY TUNED!)About the video Two and half years ago, I started this podcast in my younger sisterâs bedroom without a clear blueprint; I just wanted to make it work, so I kept working on it every day. Just 2 weeks ago, we hit 100k subscribers, and to celebrate, I answered some questions you guys have been asking through comments or DMs, including the process it took to get here and our plans for the future to make the podcast even better. Thank you! (Make sure to subscribe if youâve not)
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Follow Us!My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enSam Parr: https://x.com/thesamparr?s=21Watch our episode with Nicolas Cole on how to build a $1M ghostwriting business https://youtu.be/pr71csOKRdQTimestamps 00:00 Intro 1:15 Every man wants this...7:00 Alcohol will ruin your life (Not just physically)16:11 How a relationship can change your life 20:47 The mindset to NEVER lose. 29:40 Samâs first ventures into building businesses. 34:34 How to build a multi million dollar newsletter. 36:48 How to get a 100% reply rate from cold emails. 46:37 The bitter truth behind running a successful business 50:51 The surest way to stay successful. 54:13 The full process of selling a company 1:04:37 How to improve your writing (DEMONSTRATION)1:14:01 How to make $3M/Yr from your newsletter 1:30:37 How to grow your newsletter consistently1:37:00 Why are companies bought?1:39:21 Trust the process!About the video.Sam set a goal at 21 to make $20M by the time he was 30. To do that, he tried multiple businesses and even got fired from Airbnb, before he started The Hustle. It started as a conference with successful entrepreneurs but 6 years later, it was a huge business and Sam sold it for over $27M. In this episode, Sam shares his journey and a step-by-step guide for how you can build a multi-million dollar newsletter
Follow Us!My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enCoach Kyle: https://www.instagram.com/kyle_froonjian?igsh=MXRwNjN0aGdkazVyag==Watch our episode with Dontez Akram on building happy relationships- https://youtu.be/SVxlIC6cTzQTimestamps00:00 Intro 1:26 I lost my dad at an early age (STORY). 19:53 How to detect if TRAUMA is holding you back24:33 You choose how a loss affects you. 33:48 The ONLY way to communicate. 45:34 How to recover from ANY loss.51:38 How to become a master at cold approach 1:00:49 How to build social confidence1:12:30 First thing you MUST do on a date. 1:24:55 How to know the right time to date. 1:33:52 How to create a routine for success with women and in life. 1:49:48 How Kyle built a 7 figure business 2:03:28 How to get a long-term girlfriend2:16:33 How to handle your breakup and level up! About the video At the age of 24 Kyle's long term girlfriend dumped him on his birthday to be with another man. That spurred him to improve as a man. He has gone on to build a seven-figure coaching business and in this episode, he shares his insights on how men can learn to seduce women (even as an introvert), have better relationships and live better lives. Enjoy!
Use the free phone scan from Cloaked (Use Code âCALUMâ for 20% off): https://bit.ly/calumiscloakedFollow Us!My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enSahil Bloom: https://www.instagram.com/sahilbloom?igsh=MWdxZTk5cjJ4aHc4ag==Watch our episode with Dontez Akram on building happy relationships- https://youtu.be/SVxlIC6cTzQTime stamps 00:00 Intro 2:06 How to dominate your morning (wake up at this time)12:42 How to become unstoppable 19:06 The mindset to overcome hardships 23:35 The surest way to stay committed to your goals. 26:48 How to change your life in 30 days. 35:59 Pick your regret. 46:25 How to progress everyday without limits. 54:00 How to get good friends 1:01:39 How many friends should you have? 1:09:01 The 3 types of relationships 1:15:40 Your negative emotions will ruin you. 1:20:40 Falling in love vs Growing in love (The mistake everyone makes in their relationship)1:23:35 How to find a life partner 1:29:25 Never give 100% for anything. (You are trying too hard!)1:33:03 Why you must detach. 1:35:13 Mankindâs greatest fear. About the videoBuilding a 7-figure business, a happy marriage, and strong family relationships seems impossible in 2024, yet Sahil Bloom has done it. In this episode, he shares his hard-won lessons on self-development and relationships, anyone can apply to have a fulfilling life.
Follow Us!My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enGuests: Rob Oliver https://www.instagram.com/robthebank?igsh=Y3I2dWgwYnljMHoyDom Ashburn https://www.instagram.com/mr.grateful?igsh=MTZhbHkzcHJtMGwydg==Will Rivera https://www.instagram.com/willchangelives?igsh=enN6bjVyeGZldGphWatch the full episode with Rob Oliverhttps://youtu.be/4k6ufRbXAmQTimestamps 00:00 Intro 1:06 Step by step process to build a multimillion dollar brand using TikTok 6:54 How to set goals like a winner14:31 How to make $40k/ month without owning a product19:02 How to create viral videos on TikTok .21:18 How to get 100k followers in 30 days using AI30:18 How to identify a winning product34:54 The right to promote ANY product About the video3 young entrepreneurs break down how they built multi million dollar brands using social media (IG and TikTok) and how anyone can easily replicate their success.
Join the Premium Ghostwriting Academy: https://bit.ly/PremiumGhostLearn how to make your first million with Arlan Hamilton: https://bit.ly/yfmtvFollow Us!My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTiffany Aliche: https://www.instagram.com/thebudgetnista?igsh=aHd4dzk1dnloc3o0(DM Tiffany the word "Goals" and she will send you her custom goal sheet)Watch our episode with George Acheampong on how to manage your finances and build wealth https://youtu.be/ynw4mcftNEcTimestamps 00:00 Intro 01:44 Why are so many people struggling in America?09:41 Tiffanyâs early story with money 19:57 The birth of the Budgetnista.30:00 I was scammed out of $30K dollars (*BEWARE)41:25 Bet on yourself 48:29 How to bounce back from losing everything52:29 Give voice to your shame57:09 "I would prefer to be delusional"1:07:44 How to build wealth from nothing (The first step)1:13:52 How to maximize your skill set 1:17:17 How to get paid more from your job1:25:41 You can make money in 48 Hours1:29:49 How to grow your side hustle till you can quit your job. 1:37:31 The right mindset for profitable networking 1:42:36 You must use the networking power of social media. 1:44:48 How to get a reply from your mentors?1:53:25 Tiffany has a free gift for youAbout the video Tiffany Aliche is the Budgetnista, she has a New York Times Best-selling book, "How To Get Good With Money". She has built a multi 8 figure business grossing over $50M but it was not always like this, at the age of 30 Tiffany had nothing and over $300K in debt. In this episode she explains how you can build from nothing and build wealth.
Follow Us!My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enGuest: https://x.com/katcoleatl?s=21Watch our episode with Nicky Saunders on how to build an online brand as an introvert https://youtu.be/HOGlijV_9ZQTimestamps 00:00 Intro3:09 How Katâs background impacted her journey. 23:10 How to balance leadership and relationships32:10 The mindset you must possess to be successful leader. 38:40 Stop thinking and ACT43:26 3 drivers that unlock growth49:49 Katâs display of unusual courage 58:13 The importance of communication as a leader. 1:09:14 Love yourself (The most important rule for success.)1:13:24 The Hotshot Rule will CHANGE your life. 1:19:11 How to handle feedback as a leader. 1:27:34 Get better everyday!About the video Kat Cole has one of the most incredible business stories around. From being a hostess at 17, to dropping out of school to travel and open franchises for Hooters, to becoming president of multiple multi billion-dollar companies, and now the CEO of AG1. In this episode, she shares the framework she uses to thrive in adversity both in her relationship and her work. An amazing story with valuable lessons
Follow Us!My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enGuest: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo?igsh=MWxoOGVxM3ZyMzg4ag==Watch our episode with Nicky Saunders on how to build an online brand as an introvert https://youtu.be/HOGlijV_9ZQTimestamps00:00 Intro 2:53 How to find your purpose 7:12 How to create your unique identity. 12:10 The power of repetition17:50 The TRUTH about a personal brand. 27:11 When is the right time to start building your brand? 32:50 How to build a brand off your unique moments. 38:24 When should you monetize your content? 42:22 How to build a HIGHLY engaged audience47:02 How to be authentic and still get results51:00 How to monetize your brand. 56:00 How to have too many customers wanting to buy from youAbout the videoAs an immigrant, Chris was different from the average American kid, both in looks and interests, he was also an introvert. He embraced it and found his unique interest in design. He grew his first design company, Blind, to $80M and now teaches people how to make a living leveraging their personal brands with The Futur. In this episode, he shares how anyone can leave their job, build a personal brand and make a living from it
Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/robthebank?igsh=Y3I2dWgwYnljMHoyWatch our episode with Will Rivera on how to make $40k/month on TikTok https://youtu.be/M7OZ10JcWzITimestamps 00:00 Intro 1:09 Robâs early experience that made him a millionaire. 4:41 Be a misfit12:21 The UNTAPPED concept of life maxing21:00 How to level up from challenging phases.28:54 The sacrifice you must make to be successful. 36:16 How to make your brand profitable from day 138:47 The anxiety that comes with running a successful business. 50:36 How TikTok shop would change the world.56:11 Step by step breakdown to make $30M with TikTok shop.1:17:32 How to convert virality into money on Tiktok.1:27:25 How to go viral with the Tate strategy 1:28:45 How to live with the abundance mindset About the video Robâs life changed overnight after his grandmotherâs passing. It dawned on him that life was too short to do unfulfilling work for a paycheck, so he invested his last $5k in savings to start his own supplement brand, Genius. He worked on it day and night for 4 years before selling it for $30M. TikTok today is what Amazon was back then, and in this episode, he highlights step by step how you can build your own brand that makes millions on TikTok.
Use the code "Wealth" when you check out to get 20% of your purchase: https://rebrand.ly/CJWealthFollow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/lovetricialee?igsh=NWttMjMyb2E0cDZjWatch our episode with Nicky Saunders on how to build a successful online brand https://youtu.be/HOGlijV_9ZQTimestamps00:00 Intro 3:00 Triciaâs story growing up as 2% minority in Arizona. 23:00 How your environment affects your results. 27:57 Be the Best or SHRINK37:12 The level of hardwork required to be the best. 40:48 How to create a groundbreaking business idea. 46:45 How to know when to move on to something bigger.52:53 How to market yourself like a BOSS1:00:00 When should you quit? 1:05:16 How to view progress even when itâs not visible. 1:11:48 Who are you when everything isnât going right? 1:20:48 Marketing your business VS Marketing yourself 1:26:34 Stop trying to please everyone!1:33:15 Always believe in yourself.About the video Growing up as a 2% minority (Black) in Arizona, Tricia preferred to stand out rather than blend in. From disrupting the beauty industry with Polish Bar to dominating Brooklyn real estate with over $300M in sales, and now featuring as a co-star on Netflix' new series, 'Owning Manhattan,'. In this episode, she shares her experiences and how she got here by being different.
Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/mr.grateful?igsh=MTZhbHkzcHJtMGwydg==Watch our episode with Nicky Saunders on how to build a successful online brand https://youtu.be/HOGlijV_9ZQTimestamps0:00 Intro 3:06 How to stay valuable in this age of AI. 7:21 Will AI be the end humanity?16:56 Treat your life like an experiment. 24:15 Domâs entry into the world of AI. 30:21 How to know when to change your path. 39:00 Why you must implement your ideas immediately. 54:40 Step by step breakdown to gain 100K followers in 30 days using AI. 1:11:02 How to train chat GPT to be your personal assistant (Live example)1:21:27 How to create custom GPTs1:36:57 How to turn hard times into wins. 1:46:30 How to convert followers into money (Get A Button!)1:54:40 The easiest ways to make money on the internet. About the video Dom Ashburn, better known as Mr.Grateful on Instagram used AI generated content to get over 100,000 followers in 22 days. Heâs gone on to build multiple streams of income. In this episode, he shares the exact steps he took and how you can build your personal AI assistant to achieve your goals 10x faster.
Use the code "Wealth" when you check out to get 20% of your purchase: https://rebrand.ly/CJWealthFollow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/georgeacheampongjr?igsh=MTFpeGV3emlvNGNnbw==Watch our episode with Carter Cofield on how to save your taxes. https://youtu.be/YN2SsefYGNUTimestamps 00:00 Intro 3:47 Georgeâs first interaction with money. 12:04 The money mindset that you should teach your kids.17:00 The money mindset you should develop. 22:28 How your money beliefs MUST shift overtime30:32 How to WIN even in your weak moments. 45:27 78% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. 50:56 How to know if you are spending too much?57:16 How to overcome financial TRAUMA 1:08:17 Step by step breakdown to go from poor to rich. 1:20:42 Why you MUST set budgets. 1:25:09 The advantage of a 9-5 over entrepreneurship. 1:31:10 How to make your money work for you. 1:38:00 Money over passion. About the video George comes from a single-parent household and his mum struggled to provide for them, which led him to try to understand money from a young age. He followed that path to become top 1% financial advisor in the US. In this episode, he explains how anyone can achieve financial freedom and build wealth without leaving their 9-5 job.
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Get your first month of Castmagic Free: https://rebrand.ly/CJShowFollow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/thisisnickys?igsh=NmxzaWlrNnRwZjk1Watch more about how to build millions of dedicated social media followers https://youtu.be/dB8ZG_PsAps?si=d3q3HxQkA9SFIW56Timestamps00:00 Intro 2:15 How anyone can build an authentic brand. 5:20 People donât matter. 19:11 The tough jump between your structured life and freedom. 26:38 How your 9-5 limits you. 36:06 The first step to build a successful brand from scratch 45:11 Overthinking is KILLING you50:33 The mindset to push through your dark phase. 57:54 What type of content should you start with? 1:06:33 How to sync your content with the platform. 1:11:38 The fastest way to grow from 10k-100k followers 1:16:50 Which platform should you choose? 1:27:57 How to make money with just 100 followers.1:33:27 How to integrate products with your content. 1:38:05 How to choose what product to sell. 1:49:25 How to know your WHY1:54:09 Nicky almost committed suicide (Emotional)About the video.From a young age, Nicky had no idea what to do with her life, so she joined the navy and worked in IT. She quit after 9 years to work in a bank and still was miserable. She started following celebrity motivational speaker, Eric Thomas and grew his social media from 300k to 2.2 million followers in just 18 months, it felt so natural that she quit her job to build her own brand and has now helped hundreds of people build 6-7 figure online brands. In this episode, she shares how anyone can build an authentic brand from the scratch and make money doing it.
Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Dontez Akram: https://www.instagram.com/_therealtez?igsh=cWxveDc1bmc2ODJuJustin Philips: https://www.instagram.com/justinp?igsh=czlpa29nOG41dHQ5Will Rivera: https://www.instagram.com/willchangelives?igsh=enN6bjVyeGZldGphWatch more entrepreneurs describe their journeys from $0 to multimillion dollar businesses.https://youtu.be/1R6sSgt90TgTimestamps00:00 Intro0:41 You must take control of your life. 5:16 How to break free from childhood trauma8:43 Why you must expose yourself to successful people. 13:31 How to level up from a toxic relationship. 17:05 Thereâs always a WAY! 20:07 The ONLY way to be successful. 23:43 Self awareness (Talent vs hard work)26:39 The reason you have to CHANGE your friends? About the episode3 young multimillionaires share how they navigated all the hurdles that came with their upbringing and environment to become successful. They talk about business, relationships and finding the best version of yourself.
Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enGuest: https://x.com/_hunterhammonds?s=21Watch the first episode we did with Hunter: https://youtu.be/JfbIyuxH-Q4?si=ESAAuXBuLMB58GEZTimestamps 00:00 Intro 02:31 Hunterâs TRAUMATIC childhood. 20:27 Why childhood events hit you differently. 27:56 Your friends are holding you back!32:43 How to change your environment so you can finally be successful. 37:48 The secret to winning no matter what.46:10 How to fix your BROKEN beliefs!55:06 The hidden advantage of being less privileged. 1:04:31 Find your strengths and weaknesses if you want to succeed. 1:11:35 Trust your guts and take action! 1:17:31 Never build a master plan if you want to succeed. 1:19:14 ALWAYS keep receipts. 1:25:08 How to successfully balance business and life. About the video Hunter had a tough childhood: From his mom being a meth addict, to dropping out of high school, and then getting arrested at 14 for selling drugs. But that was the turning point for him. Coming out of juvie at 17, he changed his environment and started building businesses following advice from 7 billionaires. Fast forward to now, he scaled his design agency, Everest to over $10M and has built multiple companies to 7 figures in the last 12 months. In this episode, he shares how he changed his life around and the lessons he learned along the way.
Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Christianna Hurt: https://www.instagram.com/christiannahurt/Arlan Hamilton: https://www.instagram.com/arlanwashere?igsh=bHYzMXMyYzV1bmVzTahira White: https://www.instagram.com/tahirajalees?igsh=MTVzMndlMTlyeWd6Yg==Tricia Lee: https://www.instagram.com/Watch more black entrepreneurs describe their journeys from $0 to multimillion dollar businesses.https://youtu.be/1R6sSgt90TgTimestamps00:00 Intro0:39 Sometimes the fuel for success starts in a bad place4:05 Why your dreams must be bigger than you6:52 How to discover your passion. 9:55 How too much success can kill your business. 16:03 2 life changing lessons from miscarriage18:41 How to take EDUCATED risks21:20 4 step guide to turn your OBSESSION into millions. 25:40 Be confident and bet on yourself!About the episode 4 black women reveal how they built their businesses to a combined worth of over $20M+. In this episode, they break down the mindset and key actions they applied to go from a place of hopelessness to generating millions from their businesses.
Help us with the brand survey here: https://rebrand.ly/CalumSurveyWatch more about how to take control of your life | Dontez Akram https://youtu.be/SVxlIC6cTzQTimestamps 00:00 Intro 1:22 "Rich people expect poor people to be stupid"6:35 Gary's childhood growing up in East London11:35 This was Gary's edge15:00 Gary was caught selling drugs24:07 Your fears are powerful27:40 The ONLY way to bag a job in investment banking32:46 The opportunity gap between rich and poor kids. 37:16 The untold MISERY rich people suffer 50:48 The power of OBSESSION. 54:00 How his first $700k salary made him sad. 1:02:00 The battle between greed and social justice. 1:08:15 How the RICH are eating the middle class (full breakdown)About the episodeGary was from a very poor family of 5, he was an outsider. He was so good at math that he got into a college of elites to study math and economics and won Citibankâs Trading game which gave a job as a trader. In 2011, he became the best trader at Citibank after making over $11M off the downfall of the economy. He resigned years later to warn off the Oncoming disaster that is income inequalityOther Credits:
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Help us with the brand survey here: https://rebrand.ly/CalumSurveyCheck out Your First Million Live: https://rebrand.ly/YFLCJFollow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/robbielyleofficial?igsh=MXUwdTF2NnRjM2UyYg==Watch more about how to take control of your life | Dontez Akram https://youtu.be/SVxlIC6cTzQTimestamps 00:00 Intro 2:13: How Robbieâs parents set him up for success 13:20: How he scaled through the pitfalls of the music industry. 28:35 The Untold Truths about the music industry. 36:29 Robbieâs story of running a nightclub. 52:32 Why you MUST be different to win 1:00:20 I was living a double life (How Robbie built AFTV while working a 9-5)1:08:12 When should you quit your day job to focus on your business?1:13:19 Robbieâs confrontation with Gary Neville 1:14:55 The Media backlash1:24:54 Donât let the hate get to you. 1:31:47 The toughest moment in building AFTV1:36:06 FAITH is the only way to make it through1:39:43 You must suppress your emotions and do the work.About the video Robbie grew up in a poor background with his parents and 3 brothers who loved football. Fast forward to now, Robbie owns AFTV and DR sports, two media brands that have over nearly 2M subscribers, over 3.5B views on YouTube and are multi-million dollar businesses. In this episode, Robbie reveals the TRUTH about building AFTV in a way that he has never done before
Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:06 How I went from 9 to 5 to doing a podcast in 18 months (The podcast origin story)08:27 How you can go from 0-50k subscribers. 14:38 Was there ever a moment where I thought it wouldn't work, (I was broke & stressed!)19:17 Did we copy the DOAC?22:36 How has life changed after getting views?
Help us with the brand survey here: https://rebrand.ly/CalumSurveyFollow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://x.com/_jordanjbryan?s=21Watch more about how to take control of your life | Dontez Akram https://youtu.be/SVxlIC6cTzQTimestamps 00:00 Intro 02:20 How your environment affects your confidence. 07:28 One quality every young person must possess to achieve greatness. 11:30 How to handle a period of ZERO confidence. 18:35 How to scale through your dark phase. 22:48 Live before you die.26:00 3 questions to ask before choosing your path.32:00 How to pivot from the norms and create your path. 36:20 How to get through your experiment phase. 40:29 The mental work involved to achieve your big goals. 46:30 The secret to always be confident and win (Kobe Bryantâs quote)52:30 How jealousy can ruin you unconsciously.55:30 Preparation VS Actually doing the work59:44 How to consistently get great results.About the episode. Jordan was born with a deformed right leg, so heâs worn a prosthetic leg since he was 18 months old. Instead of letting his disability weigh him down, he channeled it as motivation to reach the peak in all his 4 careers including winning the European championship with the GB Wheelchair basketball team, DJing at the biggest events in Europe, covering major sport events like the 2018 World Cup as a journalist and right now running his own production company. The one skill that he says is the reason for his accomplishments is his confidence. In this episode we break down how you can build unstoppable confidence
Sponsors:Get Your First $5,000 Ghostwriting Client with this free email course: https://rebrand.ly/PremiumGhostWritingBluePrintGet your first month of Castmagic Free (Use code CALUMFREEMONTH): https://rebrand.ly/CJShowFollow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://x.com/itskierandrew?s=21If you want to learn more about building a $1M writing business, watch this episode with Nicolas Cole - https://youtu.be/pr71csOKRdQTimestamps 00:00 Intro 02:19 Why Kieran quit his job to creating on the internet. 09:10 Why your 9-5 is keeping you TRAPPED. 14:30 How to find what you are really meant to be working on.19:25 How to get through the dark phase when you first start something new24:32 The sacrifices you MUST make while building on the side. 30:29 How to measure your level of success. 37:13 Donât DIE without doing what you love. (Emotional story)44:26 How to train your mind for success. 52:58 How to ensure your product gets crazy demand. 58:04 How to choose the type of product to sell. 1:02:28 How to get clarity on your mission before building. 1:11:36 What goes into building a product that makes $140k in 96 hours. 1:20 How to handle anxiety in making business decisions. 1:22:35 The negative part of getting great results in business. 1:33:35 Full breakdown of 5 pillars of leverage in entrepreneurship (MASTERCLASS)About the episode4 years ago, Kieran realized he wasnât fulfilled in his career as a dentist. So he started trying different careers on the side, until he decided to quit his job and go all in on writing. It took him 18 months to make his first $50 writing online and his career just took off from there. 14 months later, he made $180k in 4 days. He is on track to make a million dollars this year through his creator business.
Sponsors:Get your first month of Castmagic Free (Use code CALUMFREEMONTH): https://bit.ly/CalumCastMagicGet Your First $5,000 Ghostwriting Client in 5 steps: https://rebrand.ly/PremiumGhostWritingBluePrintWatch next- https://youtu.be/Zj6SRdGAr3sFollow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://twitter.com/Nicolascole77Timestamps 02:09 Nicolasâ life changing discovery after his accident. 09:43 The mindset to pivot into another path after failure. 11:41 How he gamified his journey to building his $10M writing portfolio. 19:03 Why you must combine creating with documenting (Synthesizing) 27:54 Why every entrepreneur should write30:47 The mindset catalyst that took Nicolas from $3k/month to $20k/month. 34:54 What does ghostwriting really entail?39:58 How to check for signals and use data to scale your business. 48:05 The hard truth about scaling your ghostwriting business to $1M/year50:24 How to get clients without being salesy. 56:56 How to pick your niche in ghostwriting. 1:03:16 Why Ghostwriting is the ultimate writing career. 1:05:51 Full breakdown Cole scaled his ghostwriting agency to $2M/year in 18 months. 1:09:04 How would AI impact the writing industry? 1:10:44 2 reasons Nicolas left his $2M ghostwriting agency (Travis Scott example)1:15:19 How to pivot from Ghostwriting to creating on your own. About the episodeAt 15 years old, Nicolas fractured his spine while playing hockey, ending his dreams of playing in the NHL. So he started trying different things from competitive gaming to body building until he finally decided to focus on writing. He made $20k in his first month writing and went on to scale his first ghostwriting agency to $2M/year in just 18 months.
Register for Will's Free Ecommerce webinar: https://rebrand.ly/EDUCJShowGet your first month of Castmagic Free (Use code CALUMFREEMONTH): https://bit.ly/CalumCastMagicWatch part 1 with Dontez Akram- https://youtu.be/aO0ZSTDxeYcTimestamps 00:00 Intro 2:20: How your environment can KILL your dreams. 8:56 How to reach your goals WITHOUT talent. 15:17 How toxic relationships replace your dreams with illusions. 19:15 How to detect and break out of toxic relationships31:35 The common misconception about money. (Cashflow VS Lifestyle)35:50 How to position your life for constant elevation. 40:25 How to get into the top 0.001% of people within 75 days. 52:09 How to hone your unique skill and use it to generate income. 1:01:15 Case study of what a productive relationship looks like. 1:06:10 How your environment affects your relationships. 1:11:08 How to attract a partner that supports your dreams. 1:16:30 How to filter through the options and choose the right partner for YOU1:22:19 When is the right time to have a partner?Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/_therealtez?igsh=cWxveDc1bmc2ODJuAbout the episode. 3 years ago, @_therealtez was in a toxic relationship. He was comfortable and his life was stagnating. Coming out of that breakup, he changed everything. He replaced gaming, smoking and drinking with the gym, reading and growing his business. Fast forward to now, heâs a millionaire in a healthy and productive relationship. He shares exactly what he learned from it all
Join Will Riveraâs free EDU webinar: https://rebrand.ly/EDUCJShowWatch this next: https://youtu.be/2QIgjVNJYgM?si=N9rodYi6LTFQv25MFollow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/justinp?igsh=czlpa29nOG41dHQ5Timestamps00:00 Intro01:40 Justin shares the effects of growing up without a father. 08:06 Full breakdown of the 6 basic human needs 13:40 How Justin switched from crime to clothing brand. 17:50 2 things you MUST change if you want to succeed. 20:15 How to brainwash yourself to succeed.23:23 How to grow through your dark phase in entrepreneurship. 27:00 How Justin risked his last $10,000 to start a business. 30:50 Full breakdown of how to start and grow a $1M clothing brand with just $100. 42:25 How to test the market for your merch before release. 44:25 How to design your merch to get crazy demand. 49:00 How to handle the emotional baggage of running a successful business 56:50 The car accident that changed Justinâs life. 1:03:20 How to scale your business without increasing ad spend. 1:05:20 How to use TikTok to scale your Ecom business to $40k/month. About the episode Justin grew up seeing all the men in his family, including his dad, commit crimes and go to jail. He knew he had to be different, so he left Houston for Atlanta and started scaling his clothing brand with $50 on Facebook. Fast forward to today, the business has made over $10M.
Get your free consultation with Doola: https://rebrand.ly/doolaFree agency: https://rebrand.ly/FreeAgency15 years ago, Tahira dropped out of college to go all in on something she truly cared about. She had no capital or crazy connections but she made it work anyway. Today, she runs a creative agency called 19th and Park which has generated over $60M in revenue. In this episode she shares how anyone can go from 0 to $10M before they turn 35.Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:28 Why Tahira NEVER went to college. 11:43 The fear of leaving your 9-5 to pursue a business (and how she overcame it) 18:59 The most secure way to quit your job and start a business. 24:29 How to set up your business to be profitable from day 1 30:23 How to create a offer that NOBODY will say no to. 36:35 How Tahira got to work with Frank Ocean. 41:15 Why having a co-founder can prevent your business from running down.43:45 How to choose the right co-founder to scale your business. 46:58 The 2 biggest struggles in building a 7 figure business. (How to overcome them!)52:24 How to turn personal experiences into business growth. 59:20 The key component to make $1M/ year. Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/tahirajalees?igsh=MTVzMndlMTlyeWd6Yg==
Help us with the brand survey here: https://rebrand.ly/CalumSurvey6 years ago, Ruben started Career Karma with a mission to connect people to their dream tech roles and has now scaled it to over $50M. In this episode he shares the whole process of building a startup that makes $1B. He also talks about the evolution of AI and itâs impact on our future.Timestamps00:00 Intro2:30 You must be unreasonable6:11 What Ruben learnt from being rejected by Y-Combinator12:00 How running your startup changes you. 18:06 You must be UNSTOPPABLE to build a billion dollar business.26:53 How the people around you influence your progress31:52 Taking risks based on your intuition as a founder/CEO.36:02 How to come up with a billion dollar Idea.44:37 How to create a billion dollar startup based on your personal problems (Just like Airbnb)48:18 How to get over $50M funding for your idea1:01:36 The next revolutionary company will be in AI (What you need to know)1:10:14 How AI would change our lives in 2024. 1:24:32 How to use ChatGPT at the highest level.1:34:00 What keeps Ruben going when he thinks about quitting (EMOTIONAL)Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/rubenharris/?hl=en
Complete the brand survey Here: https://rebrand.ly/CalumSurveyGet your first month of Castmagic Free (Use code CALUMFREEMONTH): https://bit.ly/CalumCastMagic24 months ago, Dickie knew that he had to leave his high-paying Wall Street job. He started writing everyday on the internet and accidentally stumbled into his first $5,000 ghostwriting client. Fast forward to now, he has made over $10M writing on the internet. In this episode he shares all the steps he took to get here:Timestamps00:00 Intro02:30 Why Dickie decided to quit his Wall Street job12:47 The dedication it takes to start a business on the side. 16:24 How to choose the right skill to focus on. 20:10 How to get clients by publishing your work online. 25:51 The mindset to get through your dark phase. 29:25 How Dickie made his first $5k writing online.37:21 Why you must take action this 2024. 44:48 How Dickie started and scaled Ship 30 for 30. 49:12 How anyone can monetize their hobby55:03 The first step to make money writing online. 58:56 How to get your first Ghostwriting client without a testimonial1:08:15 How to scale your Ghostwriting services to $50k/month1:11:31 Alex Hormoziâs method for creating a Grand Slam offer. 1:14:29 The experience of going from $5k to $1M.Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/dickiebush
Get your free consultation with Doola: https://rebrand.ly/doolaFree agency: https://rebrand.ly/FreeAgencyCarter Cofield, a licensed CPA & tax strategist. After losing both his parents at 16, Carter worked his way through the hardship and got a job as a CPA in one of the big 4. Years later, he quit to become a tax consultant and has now helped multiple businesses save millions on taxes. In this episode, he shares everything you need to know to set a perfect tax foundation for your business and save a lot of money in compliance with IRS rules00:00 Intro1:30 Why Carter quit his job04:37 How to find your way out07:08 There are TWO things you need to become wealthy 08:58 How to make the tax system work for you!22:37 You are in control of your life31:11 How to make great decisions (Alex Hormozi)33:27 The regret minimization framework (Jeff Bezos & Amazon)36:43 The framework for building the perfect tax foundation for your business 40:43 How to choose where to set up your business42:41 Don't do this with your business accounts47:02 How to turn all your personal expenses into 100% tax deductible expenses. 50:30 Do you need a accountant and book keeper?53:20 FOUR things to check before choosing an accountant. 1:02:07 How to bring down your taxable income?1:05:13 How to navigate hiring Employee vs Contractors (and international workers)? 1:08:39 Should you use Paypal, Venmo & Zelle for your business?1:11:00 How to organize your business.Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1Twitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa1AU4m48UkKPGi1wK70Atg?sub_confirmation=1Carter's Free Tax book: https://rebrand.ly/TaxFreeBook
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9 years ago, Arlan Hamilton was homeless, reading The Fast Company magazine for free at the airport where she slept. Everything changed when she keyed into her uniqueness. Sheâs now raised $30M for Backstage Capital and has featured on the cover of the same magazine. In this episode she shares how you can make your first million STARTING FROM ZERO:
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:46 She was homeless sleeping on the airport floor
05:19 The survivor to millionaire mindset
09:56 The ROI for being different
16:13 The first step to achieving your millionaire ambition
22:20 Be prepared for your moment
26:06 The 8 week framework to become a millionaire
33:15 Turn your interests into a million dollar reality
44:52 How to create your million dollar offer
52:01 Be consistent and grow your confidence (Alex Hormozi)
58:13 Sales Vs Marketing (Which one makes you $1M?)
01:02:04 Document what youâre currently doing (Gary Vee)
1:05:18 Stop waiting around to find the right time and just take action (Steve Jobs)
01:07:55 What it takes to make $1M/ yr (Full breakdown)
01:09:25 The compounded success effect (Sam Altman)
01:15:30 What happens after becoming a millionaire.
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Free Agency: https://www.freeagency.com/In the last 12 months, Zach Pogrob's content has skyrocketed, he has got over 2 million followers, a ton of brand deals and started a movement focused around obsession. In this episode he shares EXACTLY how you can build a movement using the internetTimestamps00:00 Intro02:29 Why Zach started posting 10:15 How do you find your unique message that resonates.20:37 How to build a movement for thousands of people24:35 Creativity- How to copy what already works29:57 Two things Zach changed to get 2 million followers in 6 months30:55 What social media platform is best to start creating content?33:00 You must be authentic to build a REAL community36:29 The key to going viral39:14 How Elon Musk changed people's view on cars42:39 How to navigate the business part of content creation48:54 The artists, athlete and the entrepreneurs (Joe Rogan)55:18 The next Sam Sulek58:29 Let the doubters fuel your success (Michael Jordan)Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1Twitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/zachpogrob
David's Free Webinar: https://www.ytaworkshop.com/optin?el=podcastpromoFree Agency: https://www.freeagency.com/A few years ago, David Omari was making minimum wage working at Macyâs. Few months later he quit his job with the singular goal of building a HUGE YouTube channel. Fast forward to today, heâs made over $5M by automating his content creation process and in this episode, he explains how anyone can start making money from youtube without using a camera or showing their face. Timestamps00:00 Intro01:08 Why David started YouTube.03:07 How David made his first $5,000 on YouTube without showing his face05:12 The secret for going from 5 cents to $5M.08:18 You must learn and improve before getting results11:11 The 2 step framework for a high performing YouTube video15:55 How Mr Beast creates converting thumbnails18:56 1 video can take you from 0 to 100,000 subscribers.21:33 How to copy winning videos and replicate the results on your channel26:28 David quit his 9-5 and hit 7 figures on YouTube33:57 When should you build a team?37:25 How David's $50 team made him $466,00039:08 Do you need passion to succeed on YouTube?42:22 At what point should you automate your channel?45:15 How to hire the right team for your channel47:56 How to come out of your dark place as a master54:39: How should you decide your niche?01:04:49 3 T's that Mr Beast and other large creators use for every video.01:10:20 How to manage your team to scale your channel01:15:22 How to deal with the burnout from running a successful channel01:17:50 David's goal to become a billionaire.Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/davidomari/
Sign up to Skillshare and get your first month free: http://bit.ly/CalumShowCheck out Free Agency: https://www.freeagency.com/Justin Welsh has helped built two multi-billion dollar startups. However after suffering from extreme burnout and panic attacks, he chose to leave all of that behind to build a stress-free one-person business. He has made over $5M being a solopreneur and in this episode he explains how anyone can start a successful one-person business from scratchTimestamps:00:00 Intro01:31 The panic attack that made Justin rethink his life07:20 This is one of the most powerful things you can do13:30 Isolation made me burn out17:50 You need these TWO things to be successful21:40 This is why people NEVER start29:20 This is how you make your first dollar in solopreneurship37:00 How to figure out your business model (with examples)?42:20 How does Justin AVOID burnout in 2024?48:30 This is when you are ready to leave your job51:00 How to develop passive income streams?55:00 You must understand your customer (sales masterclass)01:10:11 How to develop a course that people love01:23:00 Can anyone truly become a million dollar solopreneur?01:18:41 Leverage demand, market, and sell product effectively.01:28:30 How To Go From $1M to $5MFollow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://twitter.com/thejustinwelsh
Get Will's Course: https://www.ecomdegreeu.com/join-edu-now?utm_source=calebFree Agency: https://www.freeagency.com/At 17 years old, Will was arrested on a Felony charge. He bounced back from that and built a 8 figure income through his digital businesses. In this episode, Will breaks down exactly how he did it.Timestamps00:00 Intro04:30 How working at an Amazon Warehouse motivated Will to change his life?08:09 Breaking away from a reality that you hate (First step)13:00 How to make your first $50,000 From Amazon?23:40 There are only 3 things that matter in eCommerce businesses27:00 This is why people fail (DONT DO THIS)36:00 This is a networking game41:25 There is a process to being successful44:30 How Will Got better in his business42:50 Expertise leads to better networking opportunities.53:56 The commitment is what is missing01:00:00 You must constantly reinvent yourself 01:05:00 How Will Went From $1 Million to over $10M01:13:40 What is the impact of having money?SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/willchangelives/
In this episode we cover:00:00 You can get rich in 90 days03:05 How he got an opportunity with Nike07:50 She became a DEMON10:55 The beginning of a business empire14:50 People do stuff thats F*cked Up!19:00 How to become the best at what you do21:45 Being the odd one out in the room24:20 The opportunity with retail arbitration26:17: This is the saddest day for the driven individualIn this episode you hear from:Dontez Akram: https://www.instagram.com/_therealtez/Joe Holder: https://www.instagram.com/joeholder/Christianna Hurt: https://www.instagram.com/christiannahurt/Tricia Lee: https://www.instagram.com/lovetricialee/Nait Jones: https://www.instagram.com/naitjones/SponsorCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)Follow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/
The One Strategy (ANYONE CAN DO) That Will Make You Rich In The Next 6-12 Months. Val Katayev is a serial entrepreneur and investor. He immigrated to the United States when he was young, starting at $0 running ads from his parents house. From then he has successfully bootstrapped companies to over $100 million in profits & exitsIn this episode he goes deep on the single strategy that has helped him generate wealth across 3 recessions.In this episode we cover:00:00 Intro01:27 The ONE strategy anyone can use to make their first million08:55 Is it difficult to be contrarian in bad times?12:20 This is the most exciting time for people that want to be rich18:30 You must expand your skillsets to be wealthy23:00 There is a million dollar opportunity right now on Twitter28:00 If Val was starting from zero this is how he would make $10.2M in 202437:00 You must destroy any victim mentality45:00 You must be quick to take advantage of all the opportunity (The AI Opp)50:00: How Val made $10M PROFIT at the age of 2001:03:00 How to convince big players to support your ideas?01:14:00 Should you be on offense in 2024 if you want to get rich?SponsorCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)Follow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://twitter.com/ValKatayev
An HONEST Conversation On How To Get Rich From Your Passions. Hunter is an entrepreneur building a successful animation studio, Weiss Marketing. Clients of his include Casey Neistat, Ryan Holiday, Dan Koe and moreIn this episode we cover00:00 Intro05:52: Why great business people love running?10:30 Running a business is an endurance sport14:22 Hunter always had a camera in his hand growing up19:30 How Hunter made his first dollars as an entrepreneur?22:20 How Hunter made a $1000 in 20 minutes in college?26:30 Documenting your life vs living in the moment30:00 How to instantly get into a flow state? Max out your focus36:58 I HATED working for the NFL. How corporate jobs destroy creativity?40:28 The Viral Lamar Jackson Pro Bowl video? (STORY)48:00 What makes a world class video?51:30 Anyone can go viral on YouTube in 202455:00 The ONE video that can change your life (The Venice Video)01:04:40 This is what makes a video go viral. Meeting Casey Neistat01:11:00 Why you must take risks to win big?01:16:00 You can charge $150,000 for one video?01:19:00 The goal is to charge as much money for your products as humanly possible!01:25:10 The next agency opportunity EXPLAINED - b2b creative video agency01:33:07 How to make viral videos for clients? (Zach Williams)01:48:00 This is the greatest time in history to build something bigSponsorCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/hunter_weiss/
Christianna is the Founder of the eCommerce education platform, Wealthy College Kid which helps people build their own online business. She has made millions through eCommerce and her personal brand
In this episode we cover00:00 Intro09:15 I became a business DEMON13:05 How to get out of a dark place? Money gives you opportunities20:56 How to get out of survival mode (make your first $10K EASY)24:03 Even groceries are so expensive in 202329:33 You must let go32:23 The impact of moving to Miami38:05 How to make $30K/ month?39:22 How to get rich in 2024 with content?44:00 The importance of finding your unique edge52:30 How to have a relationship that elevates your life?58:55 I want to live life on EASY modeSponsorCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency ([https://www.freeagency.com/]SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9
How To Quit Your Job and Be A Content Creator Without Going Broke. 12 months ago, Kane Kallaway was a Consultant at Deloitte who had not produced a single short form video. Just one year later, he has amassed over 430,000 followers across his social media platforms, gone viral over 50 times and got nearly a billion views through his short form content.In this episode we cover:
00:00 Intro
03:47 You must detach from the matrix in your 20s
07:02 Why do businesses fail?
13:16 Advice from Kamara Usman (UFC Champion) - Go all in
20:59 What LeBron & the Cavs taught me about business
30:26 Why you should choose short form content to start?
33:07 How to choose what social media platform to go all in?
43:00 Lessons from Rick Rubin - hunting in the creative process
51:35 Is consistency the most important factor to be a successful creator?
54:03 How to capitalize on the viral video?
1:02:02 The viral video framework
01:10:00 How creators can make a ton of money with brand deals?
01:16:52 The inside secret of how brands give out deals to creators
01:25:29 The problem with working a job your ENTIRE life
01:37:07 If you are a beginner, DOCUMENT dont createSponsorCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency ([https://www.freeagency.com/]SocialsHost:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/kanekallaway/
The Art of Manifesting Anything You Want In Under 6 Months. We have Kevin Cape on the podcast. Kevin is a renowned Leadership coach that coaches and trains 7-figure CEOsIn this episode we cover:00:00 Intro06:37 How to get anything you want in 6 months or less12:01 Life changed when I made this bet19:35 The key is to create non-negotiables25:13 Weekly routine of a successful leadership coach34:41 What is good work?41:15 Most people are forced to fit into a box by their employer46:37 What makes a good leader?49:28 How to fix our broken money beliefs and broken self-worth beliefs?58:52 Create the world you want to live in01:03:25 Start with something that is simple and weird01:08:31 You have what it takes to succeed (how to handle imposter syndrome?)01:13:38 Everything is perfect and right on timeSponsorCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)SocialsHost: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/listenforthemustnts/
7 UNEXPECTED Secrets To Become The Person You've Always Wanted To Be. Polina Pompliano is the author of Hidden Genius: The secret ways of thinking that power the world's most successful people. Polina has spent years documenting and covering how some of the most successful humans have lived their lives. She brings all of that knowledge and secrets to this episodeWe discuss:00:00 Trailer10:29 Creativity is a skill that can be learned.23:37 Emotion shapes memories28:50 How uncertainty helps uncover your unique genius38:47 Openness allows others to help; storytelling matters.41:43 The weak ties are pivotal to a successful life48:14 Your biggest insecurity will become your greatest strength54:40 New York energizes and inspires success-driven individuals.58:54 Quality relationships determine the quality of life.01:11:30 Relationship challenges for successful individuals like Musk.01:15:54 Idolizing others can be destructive01:23:27 Studying successful people, replicating their strategies.01:28:31 Fear of the unknown guides decision-making.01:36:04 Asking about relationships in different life stages.SponsorCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)SocialsMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/My Twitter: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://twitter.com/polina_marinova
This week we have Tez Akram on the podcast. A 24 year old multimillionaire who at one point he was homeless taking care of his young daughter before he turned his life around to build several successful clothing businesses. Tez has mastered content and marketing in this digital age and in todays episode he shares his story:
Timestamps
1:05 Successful entrepreneur's journey from teen dad to millionaire.7:48 Inspirational story for those feeling demoralized.11:44 Mind shift: change habits, make decisions, discipline.17:58 Struggles, faith, gratitude, and self-confidence in life.23:51 Gamers make great entrepreneurs36:20 Solving bigger problems for more money.42:21 Religion changed my life47:54 Self-awareness shapes actions, influences persist despite temptation.50:56 Life is fleeting; words can inspire growth.54:30 Childhood experiences affect self-forgiveness1:05:13 The value of finding the right woman to be your partner
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The UNTOLD Truth Of Running An 8 Figure Agency. When it comes to building and running 8-figure agencies, Hunter Hammond is your man. He has been doing it for 15 years, he built Everest to be a $10M/ yr business and is now on the path to building Assembly to be a $100M company.In this episode we talk about:00:00:00 Intro00:03:37 The origin story of Assembly00:14:41 The creator led business model - the advantages of it00:21:43 What makes these agency businesses perform so fast00:31:40 How Hunter became a better operator00:32:48 The secret sauce to partnering with top creators like Ali Abdaal00:42:00 The importance of "calm aggression." focusing on priorities and deliberate decision-making.00:43:56 We prioritize focused work over everything00:53:37 The primary goal is to offer maximum value at a low price. 01:02:17 Shutting down his previous company01:13:35 Building an 8 figure company but feeling like something is missingSponsorCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)SocialsHost: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://twitter.com/_hunterhammonds
The 3 Secrets To Closing Million Dollar Deals. In this episode we sit down with million dollar commercial real estate broker, Miguel Pinto . Miguel is the Founder and CEO of Apex Capital Realty, one of the leading Commercial Real Estate Brokerages based out of Miami Florida. They have done over $2.25 billion in transaction volume and do $500 million dollars in salesMiguel shares valuable insights on navigating the industry, landing big deals, and finding the right balance between work and personal life. Tune inSponsorCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)SocialsHost: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://www.instagram.com/apexcapitalrealty/
Changing The Face of Venture Capital.Aaron Samuels is a serial entrepreneur and builder. Co-founder of Blavity, the largest black media company geared toward Black millennials. Co-founder of AfroTech, the largest black tech conference. He is now building Collide Capital, a $66 million fund that is changing the face of venture capital with the goal of ensuring opportunities go to the most deserving, not the most privileged.In this episode we cover:- The Importance of self-belief in determining your outcomes- Why VC needs to change in order to solve the problems in todays world- The power of media & storytelling- How Aaron and his team have built numerous successful companies- $66 million raised from Alphabet, Amazon, Twitter.Check out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)SocialsHost: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://twitter.com/PoetryAaron
Whats Really Happening with Bitcoin In 2023. Anthony Pompliano has been a proponent and an investor in Bitcoin for a number of years. In this episode he talks about where he is at with Bitcoin today, his mindset towards investing, if he would ever change his mind about Bitcoin. Also covers the one mindset that is holding back people from being successful, how the school system encourages this mindset and much, much moreCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)SocialsHost: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://twitter.com/APompliano
In today's episode, we have Khe Hy, Khe went from being one of the youngest ever Managing Director's at BlackRock to being a full time creator. Khe shares his journey of self-discovery, the challenges of navigating success, and the importance of finding purpose beyond societal expectations.
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The Myth Of Online Entrepreneurship. This week we have Jack Raines is on the podcast. Author of the Young Money newsletter, writer, the king of memes and making things go viral on Linkedin & Twitter.In this episode we go deep on Jack's article, Five Career-Related Things I've Changed My Mind On (check it out its great). Jack worked in finance but left it all to go all in on his content and on writing. His dream was always to never have a job but doing his own thing has made him reconsider a few things, we go deep on it in this episodeTimestamps00:00:00 Intro00:03:23 From traditional employment to freelance travel.00:10:23 Prioritize your passion over others' expectations.00:15:05 Starting finance blog to prove my writing ability.00:20:36 Taking calculated risks with a fallback plan.00:24:47 Internet trends multiply quickly, but patience needed.00:30:07 Entrepreneurs succeed by staying active and seizing opportunities.00:36:08 Making money through ad revenue and sponsored content.00:46:30 Taking opportunities and producing content yields success.00:51:11 Making fun of LinkedIn posts for engagement.00:58:15 Tipping frenzy online leads to funny twist.01:03:02 Rapid trading and risky investments lead to loss.01:12:49 Struggled to grow newsletter, almost gave up.01:18:48 Exercise and fear-setting help clear the mind.SponsorCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)SocialsHost: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://twitter.com/Jack_Raines#Podcast#Producer #ContentCreation #OrganicGrowth #MonetizationStrategies #Investing #Entrepreneur #Authenticity #YouTubeAlgorithm
Believe in Yourself! From Beauty Owner to The Queen Of Brooklyn Real EstateIn this episode we have Tricia Lee. Tricia is the ultimate business woman. She ran a chain of renowned beauty salons in Brooklyn called Polish Bar Brooklyn for over a decade before making a pivot into real estate. She now runs the Tricia Lee team as part of Ryan Serhant's brokerage and has transacted over $300 million in real estate.In this episode we tell the story of Tricia Lee from being afraid to standout growing up to fully embracing her unique skillset. We talk about why she shut down Polish Bar even though it was a successful business and we talk about why she is so good at sales.SponsorCheck out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)SocialsHost: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/Guest: https://www.instagram.com/lovetricialee/
I Left My Job To Read More Books. In this episode of The Calum Johnson Show, we sit down with Alex and Books, a popular book influencer. Alex shares their journey from working a job to building a career around his passion for books. We delve into the strategies behind building a large audience, monetizing content, and how anyone can develop a life-changing reading habit
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Welcome back to The Calum Johnson Show! In this episode we sit down with DJ Mike Nasty.
This man is one of the hottest DJs, producers and promoters out right now however it is more than that. Mike Nasty is one of the best promoters and marketers in the game and in this episode he breaks down the secrets that have allowed him to sellout his own events at huge venues all around the country
Timestamps:
00:02:43 DJ Mike Nasty: The curator of good times.
00:07:49 Best flyers, nostalgia, diverse music curation.
00:14:14 Strategic promotion for diverse, high-energy parties.
00:24:03 DJ focused on expanding brand in LA.
00:30:09 DJ promotes mixtapes and events using social media, wristbands, and ads for new fanbase. He manages websites, vinyl, merch, and ticketing platform.
00:36:56 Building New York residency, throwing own events. Successful email invites, high open rates.
00:44:13 Wearing many hats, controlling own business.
00:50:03 Inspired by successful individuals in finance.
00:59:01 Friends work for me, earning money together.
01:05:25 Pandemic, financial struggles, preparing, controlling my life.
01:07:40 Entrepreneur accepts failure but wants control. Missing puzzle piece is happiness and fulfillment.
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In today's episode, we take a break from interviewing guests to answer some burning questions from you guys, the audience.
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Society Lies To You! How To Find True Happiness & Purpose. In this episode, Danny reveals the simple daily habit that has completely transformed his life. He also reflects on why people are so unhappy in today's world and explores the balance between inward reflection and the pursuit of external success.
Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:26 Danny Miranda's podcast is prolific and impressive. 00:09:25 The concept of beginnings is fascinating. 00:14:27 Find peace within, help others do the same. 00:18:02 Rediscovering childhood passion, started a blog. 00:26:09 Meditation for self-control and finding balance. 00:30:09 External success often leads to unhappiness. 00:36:51 Transformative meditation led to podcast creation. 00:42:30 External accountability and ease for success. Commit 90 days minimum. 00:52:27 Choose love over bitterness in extreme circumstances. 00:55:38 Move body, mind, and soul; find purpose. 01:00:02 Madison Square Garden: Validation in craft, macro vs. micro achievements.
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How I Built A $100 Million Gaming Company. On this episode we have Suli Ali. Suli was the Founder & CEO of Tiny Co, which he sold for a reported 9 figure sum. He is a serial entrepreneur, investor and overall great human being.
Chandler Malone is the Founder & CEO of Bootup, an education company that helps individuals get their first job in tech regardless of their academic or professional background.
As a seasoned entrepreneur, former VC and practitioner in the Edtech space, Chandler shares how Artificial intelligence will transform education as we know it. We also discuss what stops people from getting their dream career and how to overcome limiting beliefs
Casey Adams is an entrepreneur, podcaster and personal branding expert. Casey's entrepreneurial journey began at the age of 17 with the launch of his highly acclaimed podcast, "The Casey Adams Show." This podcast quickly gained recognition and became one of the top 100 business podcasts worldwide, featuring influential guests such as Larry King, Rick Ross, and Maye Musk. His accomplishments have earned him recognition from Forbes, The Huffington Post, and Entrepreneur.
In this episode we discuss: 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:03 How Andy Frisellaâs 75 Hard Transformed His Life 00:10:26 Getting a life changing injury in high school & bouncing back 00:17:15 Gratitude for perspective; taking ownership, embracing change. 00:24:19 The value of podcasting 00:35:57 Comparison and self-doubt hinder success. Simplify. 00:39:42 Overcoming impossible challenges. 00:48:07 Larry King's interview made a lasting impact.
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Quiy Speaks is the producer and creative director of the Hardly Initiated podcast and host of The Million Dollar Mind Podcast. He is also a strategist coach specializing in organic growth strategies, and content monetization. Quiy left his corporate career in real estate behind after feeling lost to pursue his passion in producing. His authenticity, creativity and entrepreneurial mindset are what keep him ahead of the game.
Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:06 Be specific and target your audience. 00:08:21 Make a stance, force audience to choose. 00:12:00 Building business through polarizing content: choose side. 00:21:37 Monetize your podcast through guest offers and community. 00:25:48 Subscriptions booming, focus on one platform. 00:31:59 Improve podcast titles to attract more viewers. 00:36:35 Controversial content targeting black women for success. 00:45:48 Entrepreneurs are both paranoid and optimistic. 00:48:59 Identify purpose, work towards passion, find opportunities. 00:58:13 Rest for self-reflection leads to personal growth. 01:00:47 Mindset, struggle, and adversity lead to success.
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Diego went from driving for Uber on a borrowed account without a working permit to running a 7 figure content marketing agency. He now runs 2 agencies Shortzy & Artifact Labs where he specializes in creating short form content for accomplished entrepreneurs to grow their audience and generate sales. Diego's journey is a unique & inspiring one that has seen him go from being a political refugee to working with his business idols.
Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:05:29 Monetizing social media pages without success. 00:14:10 Struggled to monetize popular content, failed attempts. 00:17:53 Sam's popularity, personality, and content leverage controversy. 00:25:06 Iterate frameworks, value knowledge in diverse settings. 00:28:42 Unexpectedly offered free assistance, received positive response. 00:36:28 Moved forward, refunded, got valuable guidance. 00:39:39 Handled calls myself for learning and growth. 00:43:19 On-boarding, creating, repurposing, and cost efficiency. 00:50:58 Viral video ruins embarrassing morning after. 00:57:44 Client made $15 million in 4 months, paid $10k commission. 00:58:36 Scaling requires onboarding, hiring, training, and managing. 01:06:49 Principal-agent problem: Owners' incentives differ from employees. 01:10:06 Lack of podcast revenue despite high views. 01:14:30 Videos showcase frameworks, value, and vulnerability. 01:22:57 Driving all day, listening to podcasts/books. 01:29:47 Embracing vulnerability and overcoming past mistakes. 01:34:51 Struggling with meditation, doing ten things. 01:35:39 Didn't feel worth it
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How To Get Ahead of 99% Of People Fast? Cliff Weitzman is the Founder of Speechify. Cliff has severe dyslexia which makes reading difficult so he developed an app that uses AI to convert any text into speech. Cliff has been featured in media outlets such as Forbes, TechCrunch, and The New York Times. In 2017, Weitzman was named to Forbes magazine's 30 Under 30 list. In this episode he reveals how to accelerate your learning curve and the habits that led him to building an app with over 25 million users
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Gary Vaynerchuk's right hand man. Tyler Schmitt has worked for Gary Vee for over 10 years. He was previously Garyâs assistant and the community manager for VaynerMedia. Today, he works closely with Gary as the General Manager of ONE37pm - a digital media brand creating content about culture, style, music, and sports through the lens of entrepreneurship. He is also the host of the Card Talk podcast.
Timestamps [00:00:00] Intro [00:08:11] Networking led to surprising career change. [00:13:25] Learning in your 30s is for earning. [00:18:38] Meeting over sports interests, where does it lead? [00:23:18] Transactional work limits growth and connections. Wine Wednesday. [00:27:24] Stagnant salary, but progress is happening. [00:33:55] Comedian shadows bigger comedian to gain experience. [00:41:20] Comedian's confidence comes from humble beginnings. [00:42:48] Exceptional speaker, influential in any setting. [00:52:00] Curious to dig into your work story. [00:57:12] Knowledge is strength and equals leverage. [00:59:26] Competition, power of one, leverage, compensation. [01:06:11] Dedicated player arrives early to practice. [01:12:17] Exciting moments filled with glitz and glam. [01:18:08] "No happiness, cannot do, will not endure." [01:24:08] Field day with games, food, trucks, networking, speakers. [01:26:41] NFTs are overshadowed by AI conference. [01:34:23] Gary is famous for pursuing jet ownership. [01:38:39] Tailored career support to help you succeed.
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Nait Jones is most known for his work at Andreessen Horowitz where he was a partner and led their Talent x Opportunity Fund. He was also the Head of Growth at Royal where he democratized access to artistsâ music royalties, working with icons like Nas. He is now the CEO of Oyi Labs. When it comes to culture, investing and entrepreneurship this man is at the forefront.
Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:03 Men need problem-solving for satisfaction and survival. 00:05:53 Social degeneration despite technological access. 00:07:10 Intentionality replaced natural organization in generations past. 00:10:40 Regret: Time spent in 20s-30s 00:14:18 Desire to join and jealousy examined. 00:19:10 Moment of self-empowerment: going all-in 00:23:15 Conflict highlights principles, earns respect. 00:24:11 Understanding flips business relationship to positivity. 00:28:26 Intuitive understanding of prayer with lava rocks. 00:32:49 Fear is a game boss to beat. 00:33:51 Connection comes with disconnection; improvement through process. 00:38:57 Free Agency Ad
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The Truth About Gen Z At Work. Meagan Loyst is a former venture capitalist who was previously worked at Lerer Hippeau, where she was the youngest person on her team by a decade. In October 2022 Meagan embarked on her own entrepreneurial journey, launching the community âGen Z VCsâ.A global collective of 25,000+ Gen Z VCs, founders, angel investors, operators and aspiring VCs
She was recently honored with a spot on the Forbes 30U30 list in Venture Capital for 2022 and was celebrated as the National Venture Capital Association's 2022 "Rising Star" Award Winner.
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From TV Producer To $300 Million in Real Estate Sales. Jeffrey St. Arromand is a three-time Emmy Award-winning sports producer for CBS, NBC and TNT. He worked on the Super Bowl, Olympics and NBA for over ten years before making a successful career change. He is now a real estate agent for @serhant and with his team has made over $300 million in total sales.
In this episode, Jeffrey opens up about his decision to leave a job at the top of his field and transition into a new career path. Working your way up the ranks and how to prove yourself along the way. The reality of what it's like to work with A list celebrities like Kanye West, Diddy & Shannon Sharpe.
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How To Get Rich In The Digital Age? Arjun Mahadevan is the Co-founder and CEO of @Doolahq, a company that helps individuals launch a US-based company from anywhere in the world.
In this episode, Arjun Mahadevan breaks down his viral tweet about asymmetric opportunity. Dives deep into the world of entrepreneurship, revealing life hacks and strategies for success. Explains how he got the courage to start his own company. The importance of surrounding yourself with the right type of people.
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Enrico is Video Content Expert and Media Strategist. Specializing in helping health & fitness professionals grow their audience on social media. In this episode, Enrico reveals how he transformed his social media presence and gained 20,000 followers on Instagram in just 30 days. He reveals that he was ready to give it all up after struggling to gain a following for years. Discusses actionable tips to impress clients, gain followers on Instagram, and grow your audience on social media. Timestamps[00:00] Intro[3:20] How Enrico Got 20K Followers in 30 Days[16:03] Following the conventional path and it didn't work[41:30] People worry about being judged on social media.[43:09] Balancing time: Making up for lost moments.[01:01:46] Offering video creation services with guaranteed increased views.[01:05:14] Simplicity and storytelling are key in content creation[01:19:21] Mr.Beast's video secrets[01:25:26] Podcasting is expected to be conversational, while YouTube videos can be more formal and tactical.[01:41:45] Make relatable content by showing real life experiences, even if they aren't perfect.[01:44:07] Using title cards in videos to bring awareness to mistakes in content.[01:55:42] Free agency sponsorSponsorThis episode is brought you by Free Agency. Check out our sponsor, Free Agency (https://www.freeagency.com/)SocialsHost: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://twitter.com/ricoincarnati
Nora Ali is a former Wall Street analyst at Goldman Sachs and news anchor on Cheddar, turned entertainment company founder and CEO of Mason Media. In this episode, Nora shares critical lessons from her time at Goldman Sachs, giving insights into achieving success on Wall Street. Outlines the most important personal characteristic to build a career that you can be proud of.
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Dan Go, CEO of High Performance Founder and a body transformation coach for entrepreneurs, believes physical fitness is crucial for achieving success in business. As a coach for entrepreneurs, Dan helps individuals maximize their productivity and achieve their business goals. In this episode, we discuss how physical fitness can improve mindset and personal growth.
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Ankur Nagpal founded Teachable, an e-learning platform that achieved $500 million in revenue and 100,000 instructors. He sold the company to HotMart for a reported $250 million. In this episode Ankur shares the behind the scenes of how he scaled Teachable into a 9 figure business and what he is building next.
In this episode we discuss
- How Ankur built Teachable into a 9 figure business
- What he learned from selling Teachable
- Finding Happiness post startup exit
- The Key principles of negotiation & what makes successful company
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Discover how Barrett O'Neill turned a dorm room hustle into a $2 million business. As the co-founder of OnDemand Storage and owner of Brightline Media, Barrett shares insights on entrepreneurship, building leverage, and career development. Learn how he overcame an injury to pursue his business goals and achieve growth. Don't miss out on valuable tips for turning your own hustle into a successful ventureThis episode is brought you by Free AgencySponsor: https://www.freeagency.com/Host: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9Guest: https://twitter.com/barrettjoneill
Ayman Al Abdullah, the former CEO of AppSumo, shares his insights on coaching CEOs and how he grew the company's revenue from $3M to $80M+. As a CEO coach, Ayman now helps other CEOs achieve 7 to 9 figures in revenue. He emphasizes the importance of reflecting on the past and planning for the future in order to achieve business growth. Ayman also highlights the significance of pursuing your passion and going towards what excites you, especially when transitioning from an employee to a CEO. If you're interested in entrepreneurship, revenue growth, and AppSumo's success story, this video is a must-watch.Â
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Ayman Al Abdullah, the former CEO of AppSumo, shares his insights on coaching CEOs and how he grew the company's revenue from $3M to $80M+. As a CEO coach, Ayman now helps other CEOs achieve 7 to 9 figures in revenue. He emphasizes the importance of reflecting on the past and planning for the future in order to achieve business growth. Ayman also highlights the significance of pursuing your passion and going towards what excites you, especially when transitioning from an employee to a CEO. If you're interested in entrepreneurship, revenue growth, and AppSumo's success story, this video is a must-watch.This episode is brought you by Free Agency
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Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins is the Co-Founder & CEO of Promise, a company that offers non-punitive payment plans for customers making payments to governments and utilities. She has been acknowledged for her exceptional leadership skills and innovative approach to business by Ebony, The Grio, and Black Enterprise. In this episode, Phaedra discusses her time working with Jay Z and Prince. A defining moment in her childhood that shaped her future. Gives insight into building authentic relationships for long term success and the secret behind her business successThis episode is brought you by Free Agency
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Joe Holder is a Nike Master Trainer, fitness coach and founder of OCHO. He has personally trained stars such as Naomi Campbell, Virgil Abloh and Bella Hadid.
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Ayinde is the co-founder of @elevatesocialsf. They started hosting events and parties six months ago and every single one of them has been sold out. The events often include world-class DJs and even some famous athletes. Ayinde is also a Product Manager at a big tech firm. He has had his work displayed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) and co-curated an exhibit at the Whitney Museum.
In this episode, Ayinde explains how his going away party went viral sparking the origin of Elevate Social. The importance of opportunity and equity for all. The inner workings of hosting successful parties and the value of working with mentors.
Timestamps
(0:00) Intro
(1:40) How Ayindeâs going away party went viral.
(6:10) The origin of Elevate Social - More than just parties.
(19:00) The art of being organic.
(21:00) Reaching for the stars from a young age.
(25:20) âYou canât be what you canât seeâ.
(29:20) How to find a high value mentor.
(33:30) Avoid being a jack of all trades, master of none.
(38:22) The problem with always thinking âwhatâs next?â
(43:40) Different cities, different vibes
(50:26) This is what drives Ayinde to succeed.
(57:30) How to create opportunity.
(59:54) How self reflection can give you confidence.
(01:01:48) âAre you ok with mediocre?â
(01:08:32) This is how you reach the finish line.
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This episode is brought you by Free AgencyRushir Parikh is the Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Popchew. Popchew is a plug-and-play platform for creators to launch delivery-only food brands. In this episode, Rushir explains the massive opportunity that currently exists for big creators in the multi-billion dollar food industry. How he started Popchew. Stories of working with Jake Paul, Pomp, Zias and more. Indulge, this is a fun oneTimestamps(0:00) Intro
(03:05) Free Agency Advert
(3:45) Rushir's story and the journey to Popchew
(07:50) All great businesses start by taking action(17:30) What is the end goal for Popchew?(20:30) When an entrepreneur enters their prime?(24:00) Where is Rushir at in his entrepreneurial journey?(26:20) How did Jake Paul start investing in his company?(32:20) What is it really like working with Jake Paul?(33:00] How he met Zias and built Wing SZN?(41:00) How involved are creators in building these food companies?(44:56) How did Rushir build the team for his company(47:58) How did he get Anthony Pompliano as a partner and investor (the story of Bitcoin Pizza)(54:50) What makes Zias & Pomp special from someone that has worked with them?(56:10) How far does the creator and food brand business model go? Is this the future of food?(01:02:15) What A list celebrity should have a food brand? Drake??(01:06:30) Who is Rushirâs dream client to build a food brand with?
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Sherveen Mashayekhi is the CEO and Founder of Free Agency. Free Agency helps mid to senior level tech employees maximize their career opportunities and earning potential. They do this by providing them with a dedicated talent agent. The same way that top athletes, musicians and entertainers have agents that get them the best roles and opportunities, that is what Free Agency is looking to do for tech employees.
đđžIn this episode, we talk about:
(00:00) Trailer
(02:30) What Inspired Sherveen to leave his job and go all in on Free Agency
(09:10) Why you must always be prepared for your moment
(15:50) The process of finding your unique talent/ superpower
(25:50) Pick the company you like better every time
(27:00) How to know if you have an idea worth leaving your job for?
(30:30) The obsession will pull you in
(32:10) Tim Grover: What separates good from all-time great
(36:30) What makes someone a top 0.00001% performer (Mr.Beast)
(37:30) Lessons from the Michael Jordan (The Last Dance) Documentary
(42:10) What companies will thrive during the recession? (prediction)
(44:25) Can everyone actually be motivated in their work (view from a founderâs perspective)
(47:00) Would people be happier if everyone was an entrepreneur?Â
(51:00) How can people be intentional with their work? (donât miss this)
Andrew Yeung is a technology executive currently serving as a Global Product Lead at Google. He is known for hosting some of the most popular networking events across the USA.
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(00:00) Trailer
(01:16) Subscribe to the channel
(01:38) Why did Andrew Yeung start hosting networking events?
(03:15) Free Agency
(12:11) Who pushed Andrew to be successful?
(14:50) What insecurities has Andrew faced throughout his career?
(20:21) Behind the scenes of planning 800 people networking events
(24:10) Who inspires you? (Nick Gray story)
(28:27) When things donât go to plan
(33:11) This is what should do in the first 10 minutes at a networking event
(37:45) This is what you should not do at a networking event
(42:40) Where is the best city to network?
(47:30) What city does Andrew want to host next?
(49:45) How to get people to show up (advice)
(53:00) The art of following up - How to get it right
(58:40) What is Andrewâs end goal?
(01:06:03) Subscribe to the channel
(01:06:11) Free Agency
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Pizza Palace is a music producer that has worked with some of the biggest names in Hip Hop such as Soulja Boy, Future and Fat Joe. He recently completed a 23 stop, sold out tour across the Philippines with the legend, Mike Swift.
His new single âButterâ marks the beginning of his campaign to advocate for marginalized immigrant communities in the United States.
đđžIn this episode, we talk about: âŚ
(00:00) Trailer
(01:52) How Pizza Palace landed 23 tours across the Philippines (Mike Swift story).
(10:41) Successful people stay focused on their purpose.
(16:10) You must earn the privilege to plan ahead long term
(23:08) "The First step is to survive and the second step is to thrive"
(23:40) Pizza Palace's roots, where did his journey with music start?
(30:00) This is why I started this podcast....
(31:25) "Things don't happen to us, they happen for us"
(33:20) Early stories in Music
(35:00) Music over Med school? (The dilemma of following your passion) *story time
(44:48) One actionable way to instantly improve your life
(51:00) I had to flex a little bit in the beginning...
(01:00:00) The love of the craft must outweigh the love of the clout (what makes a successful artist)
(01:01:02) This is why Lebron James is the GOAT...
(01:03:05) Breaking into the Atlanta Hip Hop scene. (The Rick Ross story)
(01:06:30) Dealing with the imposter syndrome of working with superstar artists
(01:08:01) The story of how Jay-Z makes music...
(01:10:14) The key to being a successful creative... (90% of the time it clicks at the end)
(01:13:13) How Palaceâs new single âButterâ came about? (story time)
(01:22:32) The story of working early with Future Hendrix? (story time)
(01:27:00) "Music is like surfing, you have to ride the wave"
(01:28:32) How far away is Palace from reaching his goal? Whats left to achieve
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Zach Pogrob is the man behind @BehaviorHack on Instagram. He runs an Instagram account that has amassed over 970K followers and added close to 700K followers in the last 3 months alone. Zach develops content with the focus of helping people improve their habits, productivity, and well-being.
Timestamps
(00:00) Trailer
(02:38) How Zach went from 180K to over 900K followers in 3 months
(03:50) Finding lightning in a bottle with animated clips
(04:16) Check out Free Agency
(06:30) What caused Zachâs following to explode? (lightning in a bottle)
(10:10) When the algorithm has you, it has you.
(12:00) The power of compounding & finding what works
(14:00) Playing the long game and staying committed.
(17:20) Your equipment does not matter (the explosion of animated reels)
(21:50) Handling big expectations.
(25:20) Going viral for stupid reasons (lessons learned).
(28:50) What your social media Bio says about you.
(31:22) Behind every successful entrepreneur is a former failed self.
(36:03) âI think everyone can be obsessed.â
(37:15) Why most people stay in jobs they donât like
(40:08) How silence and change gives clarity and drive.
(42:21) Why âobsessionâ is Zachâs mantra.
(47:00) Who inspires Zach? (Jocko Willin and Mr Beast story)
(51:20) Creator economy - Will everyone become a creator?
(52:00) Zachâs predictions on the future of AI & the future of social media
(57:20) This is literally how you get a million followers (Step by step)
(58:10) The improved Soho House - Mad House
(01:02:19) The future is in person not online
(01:05:00) Whatâs next for Zach? The plan to monetize
(01:10:25) What is the cost of obsession?
(01:11:30) Is obsession worth it?
(01:12:43) Check out Free Agency
(01:13:30) Subscribe to the channel
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You are tuning into episode 1 of the Calum & Kolby Show. (Calum speaking) I have just quit my job to go full time on building (what I hope) will be one of the biggest media companies around. This is the documentary of that journey, every week you will be hearing everything that is going on as I build this empire. What strategic decisions am I making to build the company, stories of getting some of the biggest guests on the podcast and what I learnt from talking with them, what am I learning about audience building & building a media brand, all the juicy stories and more.
All of that is to come but for this first episode we will be breaking down my decision to quit my job to go full time on the Calum Johnson Network including:
- (01:12) How I made the decision to leave my full time job
- (11:20) How do you know when is the right time to leave your job (The Florida Lake story)
- (15:10) How you can make sure you actually ready to leave your role & not become homeless
- (22:50) The power of betting on yourself
Corey Haines is a prolific entrepreneur and creator, he is the Cofounder of SwipeWell, a tool dedicated to organizing and referencing marketing examples. He hosts the Default Alive podcast, where he and his co-host discuss bootstrapping startups.
He was previously the head of growth at Baremetrics, a business forecasting tool. Now, he shares his insights into marketing and growth for free to over 12,000 people each week in his newsletter. You can find him on Twitter @coreyhainesco.
đđžIn this episode, we talk about:
[00:00:30] Corey's Entrepreneurship Origin Story
[00:01:55] How a road trip changed Corey's life
[00:04:12] What stopped Corey from taking the safe route?
[00:09:34] The steps to success are predictable.
[00:12:46] Overcoming the fear of failure.
[00:18:13] The power of an obsessive mindset.
[00:22:38] "The best way to predict your future is to create it."
[00:24:50] Can anyone be an entrepreneur?
[00:29:49] The value of cutting your losses and moving on.
[00:33:36] Live your life like a book (Kevin Hart story).
[00:36:35] Building an authentic brand requires more than the highlight reel (Elon Musk).
[00:41:00] Overcoming the early struggles of content creation (imposter syndrome).
[00:46:25] How to start making high quality content today.
[00:52:27] Avoid monotony by letting your projects reach their full potential on their own.
[00:54:51] Corey reflects on his 'end goal'.
Justin Gordon is the director of marketing for Vitalize Venture Capital, a seed-stage venture fund. He hosts the Vitalize podcast, where he interviews founders.
He is also the founder of Just Go Grind, a supportive community and insightful podcast for ambitious founders.
He is one of the best community builders on the internet and has 19K followers on Twitter (@justingordon212)
đđžIn this episode, we talk about:
[00:05] What do you do? What are you working on?
[02:13] Justinâs early influences? How did reading books impact your success in getting you to this point?
[03:30] Justin first learns about passive income.
[04:50] What Justin Learned From Being an athlete.
[06:10] Take action, starting with the things that you can control.
[07:20] Where did your self belief come from?
[08:53] Having positive encouragement and success at a young age.
[11:10] Do you think part of your self belief was competitive instinct?
[14:36 ] The power of listening to podcasts
[15:30] When you are curious about something. Take action.
[17:33] The danger of putting successful people on a pedestal
[19:12 ] You must be willing to sacrifice everything to go after something.
[24:28] Once you are in the game and the coach calls your number, you're in the game. You're not nervous anymore.
[25:21] The hardest part is deciding, is this a business that should be ventured back? When do you stop trying?
[26:49] Jeff Bezos regret minimization framework.
[28:22] What does Justin want to do next?
[31:42] Can you give more context around vitality? What's the thesis? How did you meet Gale?
[39:47] Can you take me back to the origins of the podcast?
[48:36] What is the power of building a strong work catalog?
[52:45] What's something actionable listeners can do right now to capitalize on their interests?
[55:16] The dots only connect looking backwards, never looking forwards.
[57:08] How to make deep professional connections
[01:02:12] Simplify because we overcomplicate things all the time.
Sahil Bloom is the King of the tweet thread. His content reaches well over 1 million people across the Globe. He's invested in over 40+ startups in the technology sector. He also has a newsletter, The Curiosity Chronicle that has over 125,000 readers and is currently authoring his own book.
đđžIn this episode, we talk about:
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(01:00) What is your biggest accomplishment?
(04:50) What is Sahil's biggest comeback moment (LeBron James/ Dallis Maverick moment)
(07:20) Experiencing your worst nightmare & fear setting
(09:40) Regret Minimization
(13:20) Why you must stop caring about the outcome
(14:40) The importance of consistency when making content
(17:50) Keeping your ego under control
(23:10) The Thanos analogy (finite & infinite games)
(27:30) The journey to becoming an elite writer
(35:50) Letting the audience come to you (Tesla example)
(38:10) Being consistent and creating value overtime
(42:50) Dealing with uncertainty
(54:00) âIt takes a village to raise a child."
(57:10) What makes someone standout
(63:20) Realizing that doing things in a different way could actually lead to an outsized result
(70:00) Why you must dispel Binary thinking
(73:00) The best things come from tensions (The Shaq & Kobe story)
(76:40) The importance of having friction in your life
(79:10) Sahilâs superpower
(82:00) The importance of always getting back up (Tyson Fury story)
David Morris the Chief Operating Officer at Neoinsulation and Blake Burge is the Director of Manufacturing. Blake has built a following of over 390K followers on Twitter & David has a following of over 66K followers on Twitter.
They are friends and colleagues that come together in this episode to drop a lot of wisdom on how people can achieve their goals, live a successful life and stay humble along the way.Â
This is one of the most inspiring, motivational episodes we have done yet. Tune in!!
@MacConwell is fluent in multiple languages. PHP, Python, HTML and another six, according to his Linkedin bio. Heâs an important figure in the software industry, investing and mentoring underrepresented innovators.Â
Mac Conwell is the definition of creating your own opportunity. He is the Managing Partner at @RareBreedVC, a pre-seed and seed fund for âa rare breedâ of founders. Its mission is to bridge the gap in funding for minority founders that leave Black and Latinx women founders receiving 0.64% of all venture investment. Mac's story is a unique one, from earning 6-figures straight out of college to losing it all to building a multi-million dollar fund primarily through his Twitter account.
Mac has over 84K followers on Twitter where he talks about  Startups, Business Development, Sales, and every now and then his beloved Baltimore Ravens. In this episode we discuss
Amanda Natvidad is the VP of Marketing at Sparktoro, an audience research startup. Prior to that, she helped build Fitbitâs B2B marketing team. She has also worked as the editorial producer for tech news sites paidContent.org and Gigaom.Â
In the last couple of years she has grown her Twitter following from 1K followers to over 116K followers. Her tweets are filled with personality as she covers all aspects of marketing and building an audience. In this episode we cover:
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Amanda's unusual career path from chef to journalism to marketing
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How to build a loyal online audience by being yourself
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The untraditional job seekersâ Guide
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The Journey to finding her dream job
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The future of marketing and where its going
Michael Sikand (@michaelsikand) is the Founder & CEO of @ourfuturehq, a media company curating business news in the form of bites for Gen Z audiences. They have exploded in the last year gaining over +500K cross-platform subscribers.Â
In total, Mike has amassed 400M views over the years. Besides creating content for his own podcast, his company also runs the TikTok for @ShaanVPâs and @thesamparr âs pod @myfirstmilpod, one of the biggest business podcasts in the space.
In this episode we discuss:
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The power of podcasting
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How & Why Mike started Our Future
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How he went from recording 150 podcasts episodes to getting millions of views on TikTok
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Crazy story about a big-time podcast guest he managed to interview
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His first viral video on TikTok
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How he started working with Shaan Puri and Sam Parr for MFM
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How he overcomes doubt and burnout as an entrepreneur
This is episode 20 of the podcast. In this episode I sit down with my virtual assistant, Kolby to talk through reaching this milestone for the podcast. We talk about:
- Whats the podcast origin story?
- Lessons I have learnt from podcasting
- What motivated and continues to motivate me to do it
- Whats next for the podcast?
- What Mr.Beast taught me about producing content?
- What have been my favorite guests and how did they inspire me?
- Advice for someone who is looking to start building a following online?
Jeremy is the CEO and founder of two startups in the content ecosystem. @userp_io is an award-winning marketing agency focusing on SaaS brands, and @wordable_io , an application that makes publishing Google Docs to blogs easier. He has a twitter following of over 80,000, sharing advice on copywriting, a marketing skill he believes could make you millions.
In this episode, we discuss:
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How he started a successful agency business
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The best way to acquire the necessary skills to run a business
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The importance of having clear values when starting a company
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How and why copywriting is a multi-million dollar skillset
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How he got started writing on Twitter & his first viral moment
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Work Life balance as an entrepreneur
Dakotah Rice is the founder of Poolit, a platform allowing users to invest in top private equity, venture capital, and hedge funds with no minimums. Before becoming a full-time founder, Dakotah worked for some of the most prestigious firms on Wall Street: Goldman Sachs (trading GS), Coatue and The Carlyle Group. Learning directly from global investment companies with billions under management, he provided a wide range of financial services for his clients with a key purpose to invest wisely and create value over time.
With years of experience in the financial industry under his belt, Dakotah left his job to start @thepoolit. Backed by the co-founders of Carlyle and Coatue, Dakotah is laser focused on his mission of making the financial system inclusive for all.
In this episode, we talk about
- The impact that working on Wall Street had on Dakota career & him becoming a founder
- How he managed to get into such a competitive industry & rise up the ranks so quickly
- How he made the leap from working in finance to starting his own company
- How to overcome fear and doubt in you career
Zach Pogrob is the creator behind @behaviorhack on Instagram, where he has racked up a following of close to 200K followers. Â As a multi platform creator, he shares and tweets powerful messages about following-your-obsession and entrepreneurship besides, of course, documenting his own views about building his brands.
He is also the founder of @Peakphotobooths, an innovative photo booth company bringing fun moments for weddings and other events in New Jersey and New York areas. From starting his business with his own savings to sharing tips to fight procrastination, Zachâs motivation, as well as his obsessive approach to reaching his goals are certainly clever and inspiring.
In this episode, we discuss about
- The right moment to monetize your audience
- How to overcome procrastination and manage your time
- Transitioning from a 9-to-5 to running your own business
- Adding value to commoditized products/ services
- How Zach built a large following & personal brand online
- How Zach built his content creation machine
- How he deals with burnout & FOMO when working weekends
- Does Zach feel satisfaction from his success?
Kirby Porter has been a prominent figure in the sports industry. As the founder of New Game Labs, she supports athletes by building their brands in the creators economy. Â One of the goals of her company for the next 8 years is âto inspire 1 million athletes to unleash their inner creator and leverage technology to scale their brandsâ but her ambition doesnât stop there. Kirby started her career in the marketing and communications department at PepsiCo (trading PEP) before venturing into her own businesses and is currently taking advantage of the power of web 3.0 in the sports industry.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Finding your passion and putting it into practice
- How athletes can take a piece of the The $100B creators industry and the web 3.0
- The massive investments athletes are receiving from brands
- Transitioning from athlete to entrepreneur
- Building and strengthening online brands and online audiences
Michael Karnjanaprakorn is behind many successful startups. He started Skillshare and Otis. He was also an early employee at Behance and Hot Potato (now part of META). Michael, who just turned 40, writes about life, money, entrepreneurship and business for his growing 34k followers on Twitter. When heâs not creating disruptive companies, heâs probably eating burgers, improving his golf score or watching UFC fights.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The mindset changes you need to implement in order to achieve professional and financial freedom
- The power of boredom
- The concept of personal holding companies - the future of entrepreneurship
- Michael's experience doing a Dopamine Detox
- The keys to living the good life - a life of happiness and fulfillment
This is part 2 of our episode with Jack Butcher, Founder of Visualize Value. Jack spent 10 years working in Fortune 100 advertising in NYC as a creative director for multi-billion dollar brands. He then started his own advertising agency and is the founder of @visualizevalue - a platform that offers courses on selling digital products and creating high-impact, unique images. Jack @jackbutcher posts his unforgettable visuals to his 207.9k followers on Twitter.
In this episode we discuss:
- Jack's journey to building Visualize Value
- How you can figure out what business problem you should be solving
- Selling 6 figure NFTs & the story of the $77 million NFT
- The power of brand & community in business
Todayâs guest on the podcast is Jack Butcher. Jack spent 10 years working in Fortune 100 advertising in NYC as a creative director for multi-billion dollar brands. He has since started his own advertising agency and is the founder of @visualizevalue - a platform that offers courses on selling digital products and creating high-impact, unique images. Jack (@jackbutcher on Twitter) posts his unforgettable visuals to his 207.9k followers on Twitter.
In this episode we discuss:
- How does the environment you live in influence your work ethic?
- The impact that moving to NYC had on Jack's career
- How too much knowledge can actually hold you back from starting new ventures (naivety over knowledge)
- How Jack made the pivot from working at an agency to starting his own business
- How Jack found his niche and escaped competition
Today's guest on the podcast is Dave Kline. He is the owner of Skillscouter, where he teaches leaders how to build great teams & level up in their career. Before that he worked for over 10 years at Bridgewater Associates, helping hire talent for the world's biggest hedgefund. He also worked at Moodys, one of the premier financial services companies in the United States. In the last year, he has grown his following on Twitter to nearly 60,000 followers writing on how people can level up in their career.
In this episode we discuss:
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How to Build trust in the workplace
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Handling workplace politics
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Finding a company that matches your superpower
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Why you should always negotiate your salary
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The importance of trying things - 10,000 iterationsÂ
Todays guest on the Podcast is Dakota Robertson. He is the owner of Growth Ghost, a six-figure âTwitter Ghostwriting Serviceâ that helps grow intentional audiences, increase profits and decrease workloads for companies. Dakota started off as a âjack of all tradesâ, he worked as an electrician, security, even started his own drop shipping business. With a few self help books and re-evaluation Dakota began getting into Crypto and learning about Copywriting. Â From there Dakota created his Twitter account @WrongstoWrite to showcase what he learned about Copywriting and to help others. Dakota has grown his Twitter following to 94K Followers and growing.
In this episode we discuss:
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What inspired Dakota to start his own business?
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Why people in their 20âs should take more risks?
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How to change your Identity & improving self-talk
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Best way to manage your invested time
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How to find your authentic voice when producing content online
Barrett O'Neill is the Co-Founder of OnDemand Storage, a 7-figure storage company. He is also the Owner of BrightLine Media, a company that helps organizations rank higher in search engines. He also worked a year in corporate at Bain Capital. Barrett grew up wanting to be a professional Baseball player however an elbow injury derailed that dream. He started a storage company with his friend in college and has grown that to a 7 figure business. In the last year he has also grown his Twitter following to 60K followers, he tweets a ton of great advice on building companies & growing your online audience.
In this episode we discuss:
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How Barrett bounced back from a devastating sports injury to achieve his dreams in business
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What sets the GOAT athletes apart from the rest & dealing with extreme discomfort
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The smart approach to starting a successful business
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The importance of moving fast to get what you want
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The Winner effect
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Being bootstrapped vs raising VC funding
Paige Finn Doherty is a Founding Partner at Behind Genius Ventures. It's a early stage fund investing in product led growth companies at the future of work and play at the pre-seed/seed stage & they are backed by Bain Capital Ventures, Tribe Capital, Bonfire Ventures among others. She has also written & published her own children's book, Seed to Harvest: A simple explanation of Venture Capital. She has built a following on Twitter & also hosts her own podcast, Seed to Harvest
In this episode we talk about:
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How she got into Venture Capital & the startup world
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Paige's formula for sending the perfect cold email
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The value of producing content online & building in public
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Pushing through Imposter syndrome
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The value of asking for what you want - how Paige built a twitter following, podcast, VC fund, published a book at 23 years old
Wes Kao is the Co-founder of Maven, the first education platform to offer Cohort-based & Community-driven courses. Maven raised $20 million in Series A funding last year. Before that Wes built the Alt-MBA course with Seth Godin. She helped grow the business to thousands of students across 550 cities. She has over 130K followers on Twitter sharing her thoughts on marketing, online courses & mental frameworks.
In this episode we talk about:
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What inspired Wes to pursue a career in Marketing
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How to push through Imposter Syndrome early in your career
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How to get promoted & get more responsibility at work
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The value of Rigorous thinking & noticing details
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How to find & develop your career superpower
This is the 2nd part from our episode with Bilal Zaidi. Bilal is the Founder of Creator Lab, he is also the host of the Creator Lab podcast where he has interviewed Gary Vaynerchuk, Tim Urban & Shaan Puri. He is also 1/3 of the Not Investment Advice Podcast with Trung Phan & Jack Butcher.
In the 2nd part of this episode we discuss:
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Dating & relationships: finding the right life partner
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The value he has got from having a podcast
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How he got guests like Gary Vaynerchuk & Cenk Uygur on his podcast
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How the Not Investment Advice podcast came about
Bilal is the founder of Creator Lab which is a digital marketing agency. He is also the host of the Creator Lab podcast where he has interviewed the likes of Gary Vee, Tim Urban, Anthony Pompliano among others. He is also â of the Not Investment Advice podcast with Trung Phan & Jack Butcher.
This is part 1 of a two part episode. In this episode we discuss:
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How Bilal started working at Google straight out of university
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How anyone can make an instant impact at their job
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How to succeed working in a big company & take your career to the next level .
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How you can live life on your own terms
Today's guest is Tyler Schmitt. Tyler was AJ & Gary Vaynerchuk's right hand man for a number of years. He is now the General Manager of 137PM & the host of the Card Talk Pod sponsored by eBay.
In this episode we discuss:
- How Tyler started working for Gary at Vaynermedia
- The power of punching above your weight
- How he became Gary's right hand man
- The importance of building leverage & stacking your chips
- How you can get your dream job working with someone you admire
- The best piece of feedback Tyler got from Gary Vee
- How Tyler became GM of 137PM
- How he started the Card Talk Pod
Socials
https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9
https://twitter.com/tySchmitt5
Today's guest is Nathan Baugh. Nathan has gone from 0 to nearly 90K followers on Twitter in less than a year. His tweets combine incredible storytelling with a focus on sports & business. He had his own newsletter called Sideline Sprint & now runs the World Builders newsletter, which focuses on making you a better storyteller. In this episode, we discuss how Nathan got into writing on Twitter, how he uses the platform to build relationships, the simple formula anyone can use to find their own "Zone of Genius". We also cover everything sports & business including how the modern athlete is taking over VC, the power of athletes owning their own narratives & the life lessons you can learn from sports
Socials
https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9
https://twitter.com/nathanbaugh27
Today's guest is Ben Levy. Ben is the right-hand man to Shaan Puri, he has worked with Shaan on everything from the My First Million Podcast to Shaan's Power Writing Course to the Milk Road newsletter. Ben is a master at building a trusted audience online & he shares all his tips in this episode
Show Notes:
In this episode we cover who is Ben Levy & what is he working on (2:20), what is great content & whats Ben's process to producing content (5:08), How to go viral online (8:04), how Shaan writes his viral tweet threads (8:56), the importance of authenticity (12:21), how to build a loyal audience (13:37), how Ben would build an audience today if he was starting from scratch (17:23), the importance of storytelling & how the sports industry does a great job of storytelling (19:46), how to actually get good at making content (23:56), the importance of getting a lot of repetitions (27:18), what makes the My First Million Podcast so good (29:18), whats the biggest L that Ben has taken in his career & how did he bounce back (31:45), the importance of getting feedback (33:35), making content is a grind, how does Ben handle that (37:22), successful people outsource everything (39:51), how Ben finds new trends early on (43:00), How Ben curated his twitter feed (46:05), the simple method anyone can use to get a job opportunity with their favorite business person (51:22)
Socials
https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9
https://twitter.com/benmlevy
Today's guest is Chris Hladczuk. Chris is a recent college graduate & he is absolutely killing it. He has a built an audience of over 160K followers on Twitter, tweeting about interesting business stories & frameworks. He was also the host of the Yale Entrepreneurial Society Podcast, where he interviewed the likes of Emmett Shear (Co-founder & CEO of Twitch), Michael Seibel (CEO of Y-Combinator) & Kevin Ryan ("Godfather of NYC Tech"). Today he is an Investment Banking Analyst at Goldman Sachs.
Show Notes:
In this episode we cover what Chris' mindset was heading into college (2:15), running the Yale Entrepreneurs Society like a startup (5:34), Starting a podcast & getting great guests like Michael Seibel (6:54), the cold email playbook (10:55), the importance of following up (16:21), How he prepared for podcast interviews (17:25), Research process for podcast interview (21:10), How he stayed in contact with podcast guests after the episode (23:48), The importance of providing value (26:31), How he started producing content on Twitter (28:27), The story of his 1st viral tweet thread (31:37), His sporting background & how it helps him today (33:49), How does he stay consistent on his goals (36:08), Chris' process for writing tweet threads - must listen (38:17), Imposter syndrome on Twitter - can anyone build a following? (41:04), How he networks on Twitter (43:02), Chris' formula for sending DMs to influential people (46:30), The CNBC anchor who replied to his tweet (48:22), Being Shaan Puri's apprentice & what he learnt from it (49:56), Where you can follow Chris (50:58)
Socials
https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9
https://twitter.com/chrishlad
Today's guest is Blake Burge. Blake runs the manufacturing arm of a business in Oklahoma. He has also built a huge Twitter following in the past year, going from 0 to over 150K followers in 10 months. He tweets out life advice, business stories & productivity hacks.
Show Notes:
In this episode we cover what topics Blake finds interesting (4:18), how people can get started working on their goals (7:44), how Blake grew his following so quick (14:15), the first tweet that Blake posted which went viral (15:53), How does Blake find interesting topics to write about (18:17), How people can find their unique voice/ style on Twitter (23:22), More on Blake's writing process after he has an idea (31:36), The power authenticity (36:47), The story of Blake meeting Sam Parr, host of MFM (39:52), The importance of positive momentum (44:22), How Blake grew such a massive following (45:15), Â The importance of going all in (49:32) & How does Blake stay motivated when things don't go well (55:36)
Today's guest is Ruben Harris, CEO & Founder of Career Karma. Career Karma gives you the information, tools, and support you need to quickly get into a tech career. In this episode we discuss Career Karma's recent $40 million funding round, how anyone can find their purpose & why its so important. Finally how Ruben finds emerging trends early & the value of an incredible network.
Show notes:
Career Karma's recent $40 million dollar funding round, why Ruben started the importance of finding your purpose (3:47), What inspired Ruben to publish content online (5:55), where does Ruben get his confidence from (8:54), why entrepreneurship media can be toxic (14:07), How Ruben turns losses into Ws (17:35), How Ruben broke into investment banking (20:07), Why succeeding in today's current job market is mostly psychological (22:10), How employees can win in today's job market (25:42), Why timing is everything (27:49), Why now is the right time for a company like Career Karma (29:09), How think clearly & predict trends (33:53), What pushback did Ruben get while fundraising (36:55), Who inspires Ruben (41:49), How to build a world-class network (44:43)
Ruben Harris:
https://twitter.com/rubenharris
https://www.instagram.com/rubenharris/