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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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SPI 252: Live Streaming Video and the Data that Proves Its Worth with Michael Stelzner

SPI 252: Live Streaming Video and the Data that Proves Its Worth with Michael Stelzner

#252: SocialMediaExaminer.com's Michael Stelzner joins me to explore the future of live streaming video, its exciting applications, and the tools you can use to get started. Michael also shares how live video has transformed Social Media Examiner. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session252 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
50:5108/02/2017
SPI 251: (In the Middle) Launching a New Course with New Entrepreneur, Sarah Argenal

SPI 251: (In the Middle) Launching a New Course with New Entrepreneur, Sarah Argenal

#251: I've had the pleasure of getting to know and mentor Sarah as she builds her online course for working parents, and today, we're going to check in on her progress. Hear my advice for how Sarah can improve her course and take its success to the next level. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session251 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
39:4601/02/2017
SPI 250: Stories of Failure that Turned Into Something Great

SPI 250: Stories of Failure that Turned Into Something Great

#250: How often do you get to hear entrepreneurs open up about their failures? That's what I'm exploring in today's episode, thanks to ten brave folks who submitted stories about their darkest moments. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session250 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
47:1525/01/2017
SPI 249: Pivoting: How, When, & Why to Do It with Jenny Blake

SPI 249: Pivoting: How, When, & Why to Do It with Jenny Blake

#249: Entrepreneur and pivoting expert Jenny Blake joins me to talk about her book, PIVOT, a handbook for navigating life's big turning points. Learn how to know when you've arrived at one of life's pivot moments. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session249 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
42:0318/01/2017
SPI 248: The Art of Giving Gifts with John Ruhlin

SPI 248: The Art of Giving Gifts with John Ruhlin

#248: Today's guest is John Ruhlin, professional gift-giver who has built a career teaching others how to give better gifts. Learn how intentional gift-giving can transform your business relationships and reputation as an entrepreneur. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session248 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
36:3211/01/2017
SPI 247: The Epic Origin Story Behind The Walker Stalkers Brand

SPI 247: The Epic Origin Story Behind The Walker Stalkers Brand

#247: Joining me today are Eric and James of The Walker Stalkers, two guys who've built a massive, fan-driven business around their love of the hit AMC show, The Walking Dead. Hear how Eric and James established rapport with sought-after guests, how they built buzz around the brand by serving their biggest fans, and how The Walker Stalkers planned a fan convention with a limited budget and no experience. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session247 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
44:1004/01/2017
SPI 246: SPI Podcast Best of 2016

SPI 246: SPI Podcast Best of 2016

#246: The Smart Passive Income Podcast has captured some fantastic conversations this year, so before the new year arrives, I want to revisit a few of the best ones. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session246 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
52:5428/12/2016
SPI 245: How Sol Orwell Builds Successful Businesses by Solving His Own Problems

SPI 245: How Sol Orwell Builds Successful Businesses by Solving His Own Problems

#245: Entrepreneur Sol Orwell joins me today to share his totally unique approach to business, and how he transforms obstacles into business opportunities. This episode is a must-listen for learning about strategy for niche sites. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session245 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
37:5221/12/2016
SPI 244: Bootstrapping a Startup with Nathan Barry from ConvertKit

SPI 244: Bootstrapping a Startup with Nathan Barry from ConvertKit

#244: ConvertKit Founder and CEO Nathan Barry shares his journey in bootstrapping a business and growing a software company from the ground up. Learn about how Nathan and his team work to grow ConvertKit, how rejection and criticism have been helpful, and how the company uses advisors. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session244 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
52:3414/12/2016
SPI 243: How to Create Your Life Vision Plan with Michael Hyatt

SPI 243: How to Create Your Life Vision Plan with Michael Hyatt

#243: Today's episode is all about goals: setting them, achieving them, and knowing when to change them. And who better to talk about achieving great things than Michael Hyatt? Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session243 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
47:0007/12/2016
SPI 242: How to Master Your PR with Christina Nicholson

SPI 242: How to Master Your PR with Christina Nicholson

#242: PR professional Christina Nicholson shares her tips, tools, and resources for attracting coverage from media outlets and publicizing your business. Christina shares her experience as a TV anchor and reporter, as well as why she decided to get into PR. She shares tips for crafting a newsworthy story around your business and why you need to embrace "tooting your own horn" when reaching out to media outlets. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session242 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
37:2530/11/2016
SPI 241: My Top 10 Most-Used Apps in 2016

SPI 241: My Top 10 Most-Used Apps in 2016

#241: Chris Ducker and I review our favorite business and productivity apps of the past year. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session241 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
59:3023/11/2016
SPI 240: Tips and Tricks for Getting the Most Out of the Conferences You Attend

SPI 240: Tips and Tricks for Getting the Most Out of the Conferences You Attend

#240: Conferences can be a thrilling, unforgettable way to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and learn from the online business community. Today, I'm answering questions about how and where to find the best conference experiences. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session240 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
31:3416/11/2016
SPI 239: Mentors and Masterminds with Ellory Wells

SPI 239: Mentors and Masterminds with Ellory Wells

#239: Ellory Wells is a passionate advocate of something too many entrepreneurs take for granted: mentorship. He's here today to explain why you should be surrounding yourself with business role models, supportive peers, and a network that holds you accountable to your goals. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session239 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
47:0509/11/2016
SPI 238: How Marco Schwartz Built a Business Based on the Internet of Things

SPI 238: How Marco Schwartz Built a Business Based on the Internet of Things

#238: Today's guest is another SPI listener success story, here to share how he built a unique online business around his home automation tutorials. Learn the strategies and tools Marco uses to monetize his website. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session238 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
31:4702/11/2016
SPI 237: An Online Business Success Story. . .in Knitting, with Lauren from Girly Knits

SPI 237: An Online Business Success Story. . .in Knitting, with Lauren from Girly Knits

#237: Today's guest has built a booming online business creating totally awesome knitting patterns, and she's here to tell us how it's done. Lauren shares the platforms and tools she used to monetize her passion, how she stands out in a crowded field, and how to give your best work away for free and still make money. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session237 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
32:1826/10/2016
SPI 236: Secrets and Science to Living the Good Life with Jonathan Fields

SPI 236: Secrets and Science to Living the Good Life with Jonathan Fields

#236: My guest today is my friend and mentor Jonathan Fields, creator of GoodLifeProject.com and author of How to Live a Good Life. Jonathan is here to teach us, among other topics, how to say no. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session236 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
37:3419/10/2016
SPI 235: Beyond the Gumball: How Matt Miller Built a Successful Vending Machine Business and Franchise

SPI 235: Beyond the Gumball: How Matt Miller Built a Successful Vending Machine Business and Franchise

#235: Today's guest, Matt Miller, has taken vending machine passive income to a whole new level, growing a hugely successful franchise, and helping schools in the process. Matt shares his advice for anyone considering franchising as a route to entrepreneurship. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session235 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
44:0512/10/2016
SPI 234: Teens Can Be Entrepreneurs Too, with Eva Baker

SPI 234: Teens Can Be Entrepreneurs Too, with Eva Baker

#234: Eva Baker is one special entrepreneur. She runs a successful blog. She started her own conference. She does consulting. And did I mention she started it all while still a teenager? Eva shares tips for parents who want to nurture their kids' entrepreneurial spark. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session234 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
28:5705/10/2016
SPI 233: A Not-So-Overnight Entrepreneurial Success Story with Shayna from Espresso English

SPI 233: A Not-So-Overnight Entrepreneurial Success Story with Shayna from Espresso English

#233: Espresso English founder Shayna didn't give up when success didn't arrive overnight. Learn how she achieved online business success through steady progress and perseverance. Shayna shares her experience with online courses and YouTube. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session233 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
33:5228/09/2016
SPI 232: How Lucas Hall Built and Sold an “Ultimate Resource” Blog

SPI 232: How Lucas Hall Built and Sold an “Ultimate Resource” Blog

#232: Today's guest has another passive income success story to share. Lucas Hall tells me how he built the "ultimate resource" for rental property owners, and how he made the decision to sell it. Lucas shares advice for knowing when you've found the right buyer for your site. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session232 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
32:3721/09/2016
SPI 231: Attorney Roundtable: Money and Legal Considerations for Starting Out

SPI 231: Attorney Roundtable: Money and Legal Considerations for Starting Out

#231: I'm joined today by two lawyers, Richard and Alena, to talk through common legal considerations for entrepreneurs and the best ways to protect yourself as a business owner. Among other topics, we cover privacy policies, terms and conditions, trademarking, fair use, and disclaimers. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session231 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
01:05:2514/09/2016
SPI 230: From Deathly Afraid to Cool and Confident: My 5-Year Public Speaking Journey

SPI 230: From Deathly Afraid to Cool and Confident: My 5-Year Public Speaking Journey

#230: In today's episode, we're going back to 2011, the first time I ever spoke in public. I'll break down all the things I got wrong about that first presentation, and everything I've done since to become a cooler and more confident public speaker. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session230 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
58:5507/09/2016
SPI 229: Tips for Building a Simple and Effective Website and Brand with Jess Catorc

SPI 229: Tips for Building a Simple and Effective Website and Brand with Jess Catorc

#229: Web designer and SPI listener Jess Catorc is here this week to share her web design tips for entrepreneurs, plus her own entrepreneurial journey to success. Jess shares the most common mistakes entrepreneurs make with their websites and how you can show off your personality through your website. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session229 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
54:2031/08/2016
SPI 228: Taking Care of Yourself as an Entrepreneur with Jeff McMahon

SPI 228: Taking Care of Yourself as an Entrepreneur with Jeff McMahon

#228: Joining me today is my own virtual personal trainer, Jeff McMahon, with advice for getting active and setting your own fitness goals. Jeff shares the benefits to your business that you'll find when you focus on your health. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session228 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
38:5424/08/2016
SPI 227: 15 Entrepreneurs Answer: “What I Wish I’d Known Before Starting My Own Business”

SPI 227: 15 Entrepreneurs Answer: “What I Wish I’d Known Before Starting My Own Business”

#227: In this week’s episode, I’ve asked 15 of my fellow entrepreneurs for to share their advice on starting a business with you. Here's what each of them wishes they had known before they started their business. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session227 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
50:3717/08/2016
SPI 226: Defeating the “Curse of Knowledge” and How Jason Brown Built His Successful Online Business

SPI 226: Defeating the “Curse of Knowledge” and How Jason Brown Built His Successful Online Business

#226: In today's episode, it's my pleasure to introduce you to another Smart Passive Income success story. Meet Jason Brown of TheBrownReport.com, a site where Jason where teaches ordinary people how to start investing in the stock market. Jason shares the tools, platforms, and resources he used to build his business, which includes instructional webinars. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session226 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
45:3310/08/2016
SPI 225: Meet the Flynn Family (the ones who really run the show), with April, Keoni, and Kailani

SPI 225: Meet the Flynn Family (the ones who really run the show), with April, Keoni, and Kailani

#225: My guests today are the reason I do what I do. They're what motivate me to dream big, follow through on my goals, and maintain a balanced life. Here with me are my wife and my two kids: April, Keoni, and Kailani. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session225 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
48:0903/08/2016
SPI 224: Hack Teaching—A Discussion about Education and Getting Results with Mark Barnes

SPI 224: Hack Teaching—A Discussion about Education and Getting Results with Mark Barnes

#224: My guest today is Hack Learning's Mark Barnes, an educator and author who wants to transform how we teach. Mark share education hacks you can adapt for your small business. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session224 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
37:5627/07/2016
SPI 223: Over the Shoulder—How John Lee Dumas Launched a Successful Kickstarter Campaign

SPI 223: Over the Shoulder—How John Lee Dumas Launched a Successful Kickstarter Campaign

#223: My guest today is none other than John Lee Dumas, host of Entrepreneur on Fire, here to talk about his remarkable success selling a product through Kickstarter. We talk about planning the campaign, publicizing the campaign, and the tools he uses for product distribution. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session223 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
01:02:2320/07/2016
SPI 222: The Right Products at the Right Price Point with Ramit Sethi

SPI 222: The Right Products at the Right Price Point with Ramit Sethi

#222: Ramit Sethi is back, with more insights on designing the perfect online product at the ideal price point for your audience. We discuss the power of adopting a value-driven, rather than price-driven, view of your product. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session222 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
51:5113/07/2016
SPI 221: An Unknown Way to Boost Sales and Increase the Size of Your List—Back with an SPI Student

SPI 221: An Unknown Way to Boost Sales and Increase the Size of Your List—Back with an SPI Student

#221: My guest today is a Smart Passive Income "student," here to share the innovative strategy he's used to earn affiliates and grow his business. Ken shares great advice for how to turn offline, "techno-phobic" business owners into online partners. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session221 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
52:2806/07/2016
SPI 220: An Interview with Make-A-Wish Co-Founder, Frank Shankwitz

SPI 220: An Interview with Make-A-Wish Co-Founder, Frank Shankwitz

#220: I'm honored to introduce you to Frank Shankwitz, one of the founders of an extraordinary non-profit called the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Frank shares what he has learned from leading a non-profit, what the non-profit and for-profit business worlds have in common, and the key to successful non-profit fundraising. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session220 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
33:3029/06/2016
SPI 219: How Meghan Telpner’s Culinary Nutrition Academy Makes You Rethink Traditional Online Courses

SPI 219: How Meghan Telpner’s Culinary Nutrition Academy Makes You Rethink Traditional Online Courses

#219: My guest today is Meghan Telpner, creator of an incredibly successful online certification course for aspiring nutritionists. She shares the tools and platforms that she uses to run her course, incentivize enrollment, and foster accountability within her course. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session219 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
36:0622/06/2016
SPI 218: Starting an Online Course? Best Practices and Getting People to Follow Through with Ankur from Teachable.com

SPI 218: Starting an Online Course? Best Practices and Getting People to Follow Through with Ankur from Teachable.com

#218: My guest today is the founder and CEO of Teachable.com, a platform that helps online course creators like me make money providing valuable instruction to their audience. We discuss how to create and sell online courses. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session218 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
34:0815/06/2016
SPI 217: Brik Book and How Brett Miller Quit His 6-Figure Job to Build LEGOs

SPI 217: Brik Book and How Brett Miller Quit His 6-Figure Job to Build LEGOs

#217: Brett Miller, creator of Brik Book, joins me to discuss selling physical products, from testing and marketing to manufacturing and shipping. Learn how to validate a business idea through Kickstarter. Plus, we have a surprise just for SPI listeners! Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session217 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
43:2508/06/2016
SPI 216: Your Habits and the Story Behind Pavlok with Maneesh Sethi

SPI 216: Your Habits and the Story Behind Pavlok with Maneesh Sethi

#216: Maneesh Sethi joins me today to talk about Pavlok, a wearable device that helps you break unwanted habits. Listen in as we discuss both the science of habit formation and the process of building a hardware product. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session216 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
32:4201/06/2016
SPI 215: How to Keep Up With Your Editorial Calendar (and How to Get Ahead)

SPI 215: How to Keep Up With Your Editorial Calendar (and How to Get Ahead)

#215: I'd like you to meet Janna, my Managing Editor, who's had an incredible impact on the consistency and quality of the content I make here on SmartPassiveIncome.com. We discuss the editorial process, the importance of banking content, and how to plan we go about planning content out. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session215 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
35:3625/05/2016
SPI 214: How to Master Content Marketing with Neil Patel

SPI 214: How to Master Content Marketing with Neil Patel

#214: Neil Patel is back for another awesome episode, and this time he's sharing content marketing advice every single blogger should hear. We discuss the entire writing process from research to publishing and the promotion that comes afterward. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session214 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
37:4418/05/2016
SPI 213: Gary Vaynerchuk on “Why Snapchat Matters”

SPI 213: Gary Vaynerchuk on “Why Snapchat Matters”

#213: This business mastermind, author, and host of The #AskGaryVee Show is here to teach me everything he knows about the explosive new social platform, Snapchat. We discuss strategies for managing your social platforms and experimenting with new ones. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session213 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
24:1511/05/2016
SPI 212: Inside a Coaching Call with Pat—Redesigning USA Weightlifting

SPI 212: Inside a Coaching Call with Pat—Redesigning USA Weightlifting

#212: In this episode, John Filippini joins me in a coaching call. We review his weightlifting business to determine how best to help it move forward. In this call, we discuss how to figure where to start improving his business, strategies for attracting new audiences, and how to tailor content to niche audiences. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session212 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
46:3504/05/2016
SPI 211: How to Know What You Were Born To Do with Chris Guillebeau

SPI 211: How to Know What You Were Born To Do with Chris Guillebeau

#211: This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Chris Guillebeau, author of Born for This and inspiring role model for living a rewarding, purpose-driven life. We discuss side hustles, when to leave a day job for self-employment, and how to foster productive writing time. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session211 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
36:3327/04/2016
SPI 210: How to Automate Your Business to Save Time and Make More Money with Dana Malstaff

SPI 210: How to Automate Your Business to Save Time and Make More Money with Dana Malstaff

#210: Joining me this week is the amazing Dana Malstaff, CEO and founder of Boss-Mom.com, a community that provides online resources and support for entrepreneurs who also happen to be moms. Dana shares great automation tips, including tools, strategies, and resources. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session210 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
43:5520/04/2016
SPI 209: The Power of Community—How Noah Bradley Made Art Camp

SPI 209: The Power of Community—How Noah Bradley Made Art Camp

#209: Today's guest is Noah Bradley, an incredible visual artist and founder of a phenomenal community and online school called Art Camp. Hear how Noah validated the idea before he started to sell, how he picked his price point, and how he has positioned his business to stand out from his competitors. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session209 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
41:2013/04/2016
SPI 208: Smart Passive Income Gets a Makeover! Why I Redesigned a Website That Wasn’t Broken

SPI 208: Smart Passive Income Gets a Makeover! Why I Redesigned a Website That Wasn’t Broken

#208: Last summer, I asked you guys how I was doing. I took that feedback to heart, and now, I get to share some of the very exciting results of that work with you. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session208 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
52:0407/04/2016
SPI 207: The Voice Within and Jess Lively’s Journey from Jewelry to Over $200k in Online Business Revenue

SPI 207: The Voice Within and Jess Lively’s Journey from Jewelry to Over $200k in Online Business Revenue

#207: Jess Lively is here to explore what can happen when entrepreneurs listen to their own intuition—and how it's impacted her journey to a successful career as a business coach. Jess and I discuss managing the inevitable highs and lows of life as an entrepreneur. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session207 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
50:4230/03/2016
SPI 206: How SPI Reader Robert Duff Is Building Passive Income with Books on Amazon

SPI 206: How SPI Reader Robert Duff Is Building Passive Income with Books on Amazon

#206: Here with me this week is Robert Duff, Ph.D., a psychologist who's supplementing his income by selling his books on Amazon. We discuss how to create and sell books for print, digital, and audio. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session206 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
37:3523/03/2016
SPI 205: How Simple Green Smoothies Used “Challenges” to Grow from 0 to 200k Subscribers in a Year

SPI 205: How Simple Green Smoothies Used “Challenges” to Grow from 0 to 200k Subscribers in a Year

#205: Meet Jadah Sellner, co-founder of Simple Green Smoothies, a truly exciting online business that's transforming the health of its community. Hear how an e-book kickstarted Jadah and Jen's business, how they've built a strong relationship as business partners, and how listening to their audience changed their business. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session205 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 204: Snack on This—How Sean Kelly Built SnackNation (and the Bigger Meaning Behind It)

SPI 204: Snack on This—How Sean Kelly Built SnackNation (and the Bigger Meaning Behind It)

#204: Meet Sean Kelly, the founder of a very special company, SnackNation, that's changing how we snack. We discuss the SnackNation business model and how Sean has adapted it to be a source of passive income. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session204 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
41:3009/03/2016
SPI 203: How to Command Any Conversation, Meeting, or Interaction You Have with Michael Port

SPI 203: How to Command Any Conversation, Meeting, or Interaction You Have with Michael Port

#203: Michael Port is the author of Book Yourself Solid and the new Steal the Show, and he's a master of commanding conversations. Learn how to approach life's high stakes situations as performances and tips for strategies for reducing performance anxiety. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session203 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
46:1002/03/2016