Helping bloggers, podcasters, and online business entrepreneurs grow their business! Host Pete McPherson chats with the world's TOP creators, including names like Seth Godin, Michelle Schroeder-Gardner, Neil Patel, Matt Mullenweg (creator of WordPress), John Lee Dumas, and way more.Topics include blogging (duh), SEO, affiliate marketing, podcasting, and monetization (especially digital products and FUNNELS!). ;)
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Random ➡️ Easiest $1k I've ever madeStrategy ➡️ How do I know when a project is a failure--and I should move on?Freebie ➡️ Here's 65 product ideas for the personal finance nicheCool Tool ➡️ Scratchpad (sticky note app)Health ➡️ Sleeping Heart rate since starting pickleballLife Pro Tip ➡️ Buy Legos usedNow ➡️ What I'm working on right nowSHOW NOTES:
Random ➡️ Easiest $1k I've ever made
Wanna do this? First, read my blog post: How to Get Amazon Influencer Videos Approved...
Episode • 5 September 2024 • 14m and 53s
In this episode, Pete shares how he grew his second YouTube channel to 3 million views and over $150,000 in revenue, all without using social media or an email list. He dives into his niche choice, the unique strategies he employed, and the lessons learned along the way.
Topics include video-first content, leveraging low-competition products, and effective thumbnail and title tactics. Pete also provides tips on creating engaging hooks and useful resources such as Morningfame and Darryl Eves’ book 'The YouTube Formula'.
RESOURCES:
- Book: The YouTube Formula, by Derral Eves 👉 https://amzn.to/4fVqXQq
- Art...
Episode • 21 August 2024 • 22m and 28s
Two things today: 1) The hidden benefits of podcasting (even in a saturated market!), and 2) My insanely simple podcast workflow.
Whether you're a seasoned podcaster or new to the scene, my tips on capturing ideas, recording, and editing will streamline your process and enhance your content.
00:00 Introduction and Purpose
01:33 Why Podcasting is Still Valuable
04:44 Podcasting Workflow and Tech Stack
06:59 Recording and Editing Process
11:02 Final Steps and Publishing
14:16 Conclusion and Call to Action
Episode • 31 July 2024 • 14m and 53s
Pete shares an inspiring mini-episode about the importance of exploring curiosity without a specific purpose. Drawing from Benjamin Franklin's approach to 'play,' Pete discusses how indulging in hobbies and creative pursuits can lead to unexpected and valuable benefits. Encouraging creators and entrepreneurs to give themselves the freedom to explore, Pete emphasizes that useful outcomes often emerge from curiosity-driven activities.
00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
00:41 Inspiration from Benjamin Franklin
02:08 The Value of Hobbies and Curiosity
03:01 Personal Examples and Benefits
04:04 Final Thoughts and Sign Off
Episode • 25 July 2024 • 4m and 29s
Let's dive into an unconventional marketing strategy inspired by a YouTube video with 6M+ views in 7 days from a NEW creator...
The episode explores the concept of 'opposite content' using a viral video from the Goobie and Doobie channel and Pete's own YouTube experience. We'll highlight EXACTLY how producing content that contrasts starkly with the mainstream can increase engagement and visibility.
Here's Goobie's video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25LUF8GmbFU
Here's my old video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izbGibyG1_I
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:17 A Mind-Blowing YouTube...
Episode • 17 July 2024 • 9m and 10s
In this episode, Pete addresses the challenges of losing motivation in online ventures. He shares personal struggles with fear, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome that led to a hiatus from podcasting. Pete offers introspective questions and four actionable tips for reigniting passion: reassessing your 'why,' setting small achievable goals, embracing imperfection, and finding accountability. He announces plans for a series on social-first websites, aiming to provide insights and strategies in this emerging field. Tune in for a candid discussion on staying motivated and achieving online business success.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back
00:41 Facing Self-Doubt and Fear
02:02...
Episode • 15 July 2024 • 8m and 41s
Today's guest is the one and only Sadie Smiley! This blogger-turned-boss lady overcame thyroid cancer and a serious case of hustler burnout to build her online empire.
We dive into
the blogosphere's glow-up,Modern SEO (and horror stories about algorithm and AI word-vomit.Sadie keeps it real on whether blogging is still a viable career option in 2024 or just a hobby for masochists.Also, we talk a TON about creating profitable memberships. I'm a huge fan of her approach here...
Learn more about Sadie Membership Formula here 👉 https://dyeb.link/pip
AND...
Episode • 20 May 2024 • 57m and 38s
Today, I'm sharing an incredibly simple (and fun!!) exercise that can help you get unstuck, generate great ideas, and make your work FUN AGAIN.
Here's a link to that Google Doc that I mentioned with some notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TQ6NV9PrndhwG_kQTFRrUpAF1B4e-SE8XGxjJGArGO4/edit?usp=sharing
Go to File > Make a Copy
And here are the "categories" that I brainstormed off the top of my head:
products?
- high end services
- high end products
- $19 products
- $9/mo...
Episode • 17 April 2024 • 15m and 49s
Today is a REALLLY hard truth--but one that could sincerely change your entire business.
https://doyouevenblog.com/
https://fabb.ai/
Enjoy!
Episode • 3 April 2024 • 19m and 3s
Louise Brogan (https://louisebrogan.com/) is THE expert on all things LinkedIn (which I've been looking into more and more!)
In today's episode, we chat:
Show notes here >>> https://doyouevenblog.com/louise
Episode • 26 March 2024 • 55m and 22s
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