SPI 881: The Science of Scaling with Dr. Benjamin Hardy
#881 What's stopping you from building your dream life? Often, it's something more subtle than obstacles you can't overcome. The thing that's holding you back is likely a clear path to a lesser goal! So, how do you set your sights on "impossible" achievements for next-level business growth? I'm joined by Dr. Benjamin Hardy, co-author of the incredible 10x Is Easier Than 2x, for today's episode. In this chat, we dive deep into building a massive brand using lessons from Dr. Hardy's new book, The Science of Scaling. This session is a total game-changer. You’ll learn why thinking big can make it easier to grow your business, how compressing your timeline forces better action, and why you should say no to more opportunities. Much of what we discuss today may seem counterintuitive, but listen in to find out why rewiring your mindset is the key to unlocking new growth!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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SPI 880: The ONE & ONLY Marketing Strategy that Matters
SPI 879: Are Online Courses Dead? with Matt Gartland
#879 It's over. In 2025, courses aren't selling like they used to. So what’s next for online educators? Are we better off giving our knowledge away for free? I’m joined by my friend and business partner Matt Gartland today. Together, we’ve seen tens of thousands of students enroll in our courses over the years. But things are different now. People aren't buying information. Instead, they need help taking action. That's where we come in with a community-powered spin on traditional online learning. But what are the other strategies top creators use to repurpose old course content? Listen in because Matt and I share our thoughts on giving courses away for free to generate leads and build superfans. We also dive into our predictions for the future of online business and suggest areas to focus your energies on. This session is a great look at building sustainable recurring revenue. Tune in! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session879.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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SPI 878: How I Reached the New York Times Best Sellers List with Caleb Wojcik
#878 Writing a book is hard, but getting people to buy it is even harder. For those of us who dream big, is it possible to make the best seller lists without gaming the system? What does it take to move copies nowadays? More importantly, is it worth it? In this episode, I'm joined by SPI CEO Caleb Wojcik to talk through the entire process of launching my new book, Lean Learning. We discuss the highs, lows, and everything that led to making the New York Times and USA Today best seller lists! Listen in because I'll share the strategies that worked and the challenges that made me wonder if people even read anymore. You'll hear about my podcast tour, using bonuses to drive sales, bulk orders, and how TikTok is transforming the way people buy books. We also talk about working with a traditional publisher. Tune in to hear my unfiltered thoughts! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session878.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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SPI 877: My Favorite AI Tool for Content Creation with Rafeh Qazi and Nazariy Dumanskyy
#877 This AI tool is bananas! Whenever people ask me what I use to supercharge my content creation, this is my top recommendation. It all started with two founders following their curiosity and refusing to give up when others didn’t buy into their vision. Then, one viral moment changed everything! Poppy AI is now fueling a quiet revolution, while everyone is still focused on the big-name players like ChatGPT and Claude. [affiliate link] Listen in on today's episode to hear all about it from Rafeh Qazi and Nazariy Dumanskyy! The minds behind Poppy AI share their full story in this awesome interview. You’ll learn how this tool combines AI power with a visual canvas that just makes sense for how we work. We'll also share the real ways we're using Poppy for next-level research and creation. If you’re looking to work faster without sacrificing authenticity, listen in! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session877.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Pat Flynn from The Smart Passive Income Blog reveals all of his online business and blogging strategies, income sources and killer marketing tips and tricks so you can be ahead of the curve with your online business or blog. Discover how you can create multiple passive income streams that work for you so that you can have the time and freedom to do what you love, whether it's traveling the world, or just living comfortably at home. Since 2008, he's been supporting his family with his many online businesses, and he's been openly sharing his wins, his losses, and all the lessons in between with the community of energetic but humble entrepreneurs who follow him. Self-proclaimed "crash test dummy of online business", you'll learn about building authority online, email marketing, building a team and outsourcing, content marketing, podcasting, search engine optimization, niche sites, social media strategies, how to get more traffic, creating online courses, affiliate marketing, and productivity tips so that you create something amazing without burning yourself out. It's a mix of interviews, special co-hosts and solo shows from Pat you're not going to want to miss. Hit subscribe, and get ready to change your life.
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