Round 18 with your business pappy Noah Kagan, sharing his experiences, knowledge, and advice on 46 thought-provoking questions from you the audience,
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Today weâre talking with journalist and author Morgan Housel, his book The Psychology of Money is one of my all-time favorites. His message is straightforward, preparation beats trying to predict the market every time.
Morgan Housel, is an award winning writer and partner at The Collaborative Fund and a former Wall Street Journal columnist. His wealth of experience and insights into the world of finance and economics make for a fascinating discussion.
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It was great to hear how much we're on the same wavelength when it comes to our views on risk aversion in personal finance. Morgan firmly believes in a patient and sustainable approach, steering clear of the allure of quick riches. While it might seem less flashy on paper, itâs important to understand that long-term stability and financial resilience should be our ultimate goal.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
Predictions vs. Preparation: We explore how news stories can impact the economy and why economic forecasts often fall short. Morgan makes a compelling case for focusing on preparation rather than following predictions.
Financial Resilience: Morgan provides valuable insights on maintaining financial resilience, including minimal debt, a significant cash reserve, and a portfolio of long-term assets built to endure surprises.
Innovation in Challenging Times: Explore the correlation between innovation and challenging times, particularly during economic depressions. Morgan elaborates on the rapid progress of solutions in such circumstances.
This episode was recorded last year, since then Morgan has a new book coming out November 7th - âSame as Everâ heâll also be coming back on the show in the next few weeks to talk about it, but in the meantime go back and check out a YouTube video we made about âThe Psychology of Moneyâ. Also check the episode we did with Financial Samurai Sam Dogen.
You can go check Morgan out at @morganhousel on Twitter & morganhousel on Instagram.
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Today, we're talking with my long time friend and author, Leo Babauta. With his blog, ZenHabits and his impactful coaching programs, Leo has empowered thousands to adopt mindfulness, streamline their lives, and nurture healthier habits.
Leo has authored nearly 20 books, including titles like "Zen Habits," "The Power of Less," and "Zen To Done." His contributions to the world of personal development and mindfulness have earned him recognition as one of TIME magazine's Top 25 bloggers of all time.
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His blog was something that I always read back in the early days and his writing is still super inspiring. I watched him go from quitting smoking and all the habit changes that followed, including remarkable weight loss, running, meditation, that all curated into a hugely influential blog.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
The Evolution of a Writer: How a commitment to quantity and iterative improvement ultimately led to the exceptional quality of his work.
Helplessness: Why he still struggles with self-doubt and how he overcomes these challenges.
Growth is Messy: Why people shy away from coaching due to the fear of exposing their most sensitive and uncomfortable issues.
As we prepare for my upcoming book launch at the start of the new year, we're thoroughly enjoying these episodes featuring authors. If you're enjoying them as much as we are and would like to hear more content similar to this episode, don't forget to take a look at last week's episode with none other than Mark Manson, renowned for "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck"!
You can go check Leo out at @zen_habits on Twitter & officialzenhabits on Instagram.
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Today, we're talking with my long time friend and renowned author and blogger Mark Manson.
Mark Manson has authored several New York Times best selling books. Notably, "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck," & "Everything Is F*ckedâ.
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Mark takes us behind the scenes, discussing the marketing strategies and tactics that have propelled him to become one of THE most successful writers of our time.
As success accumulates, so do the demands on your time and resources. Mark talks about the critical inflection point that every entrepreneur reaches, where the power of saying "no" becomes vital. In this episode He peelâs back the curtain and uncovers the hard work and dedication that often go unnoticed behind the façade of an 'overnight success.'
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
The Other Side of Success: Mark provides a glimpse into the challenges and realities that come with achieving major goals.
Dealing with Burnout: How he uses the business equivalent of elimination diet to align with his goals and prioritize his time.
Pursuit of Happiness: What is the difference between the high points of business success and genuine happiness in the midst of a busy entrepreneurial journey.
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
If you loved this episode be sure to check out an episode we also did with another good buddy author of mine Ryan Holiday https://okdork.com/podcast/130
You can go check Mark out at @IAmMarkManson on twitter and MarkManson on Instagram.
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Today, we're revisiting a timeless topic â becoming a solo entrepreneur and breaking free from the 9-5 grind to build your dream business.
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Back in the day, between the ages of 22 and 26, I found myself in the world of corporate day jobs. I worked at prestigious companies like Intel, Facebook, and Mint. While I had some incredible experiences, I couldn't shake the desire to start my own venture. As a result, I often found myself either getting let go or leaving these roles prematurely.
In this rerun episode I question âIf I could turn back the clock, what are the things I would do differently?â.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
Leveraging Your Day Job: Discover how your current job can be a valuable resource as you start planting the seeds for your future business success.
Risk Management: Learn why it's essential to de-risk your approach when launching your business and avoid making impulsive decisions that could lead to a hard fall.
Timing Is Key: When is the right time to leave your day job and fully commit to your entrepreneurial pursuits.
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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In today's episode we are joined for round 2 with my favorite fitness coach Adam Gilbert. Heâs the Founder and Chief of MyBodyTutor.com, a company dedicated to helping people overcome excuses and achieve their health and fitness goals.
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Adam's been featured on Good Morning America, U.S. News & World Report, Shape Magazine, and many other prominent outlets, most importantly this show way back in 2018, If you havenât heard that go back and check out http://okdork.com/podcast/55 to hear more of his back story.
Weâve become really great friends over the years heâs been coaching me, so this is a conversation between good buddies talking about all things health, entrepreneurship, and personal and business development. Whether you're on a fitness journey or aspiring to start your own business, this ones for you.
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If youâve ever wanted to learn about how to create a successful coaching business, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
What is âIntention Alignmentâ and how this concept will help you achieve happiness and success
How to use âPro Accountabilityâ instead of âPure Accountabilityâ, lessons in daily accountability and consistency in achieving goals.
Why Embracing Discomfort should be your guiding compass for personal growth.
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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In today's episode we are joined again by one of my best friends Dan Andrews. He's the host of the Tropical MBA podcast and founder of Dynamite Jobs.
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Me and Dan go way back, weâve lived together in Barcelona and ride bikes together, basically we should be married by this point. I asked him, check out this episode to find out what his answer was.
Dan is THE âOGâ Remote Work content creator, with Tropical MBA being one of the earliest platforms for aspiring location-independent entrepreneurs and Dynamite Jobs being a platform that connects people with remote work opportunities, Dan should be your go to number one choice, If youâre wanting advice on how to live and work on your own terms.
If youâve ever wanted to learn about how to create a successful remote business, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
Redefining the job description of an entrepreneur and exploring the overlap between entrepreneurship and artistry.
The significance of meaningful conversations in discovering the next best idea.
Reflections on exiting a business prematurely and what constitutes a good financial deal for an exit.
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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In todayâs episode, we talk to David Lee, the CEO and Chairman of Hing Wa Lee Jewelers, and heâs also known for having one of the biggest Ferrari collections in the world.
David was born in Hong Kong and moved to the US in the 70âs. His family's history and immigration story is like something out of the movies, with his father escaping the communist revolution in China, crossing shark infested waters to founding a 60 year old family company.
David pivoted the family business from wholesale to retail, introducing iconic brands like Rolex. Then his incredible passion for collecting led him to explore the world of alternative investments with high-expense items like Ferraris.
Check out David on Instagram and Twitter @ferraridavidlee
If youâve ever wanted to learn about the glamorous life of a Ferrari collector, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
How David used his cultural and racial challenges in immigration to solve business problems.
Unique expressions of love within Chinese families that help their kids future wealth.
David 5 star principles to success.
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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In this episode, I talk with Jason Fried, the Founder & CEO of 37signals (known for Basecamp & Hey!). This episode is a special revisit to one of our earliest shows, a personal favorite that we believe you'll find just as captivating the second time around.
In today's context of remote work and the ongoing discussion about how AI affects jobs, our conversation is very relevant. Jason wrote the definitive book on remote work over a decade ago, and his ideas have had a big impact on how we work today.
You can connect with Jason on Twitter via @jasonfried, and delve into his business writings here. Don't miss his books "Rework" and "Remote Work" for even more valuable insights.
If you've ever aspired to run a stress-free and highly productive business, this episode is a must-listen.
During our discussion, we dive into three significant takeaways:
1. Jason's insights into the future of remote work.
2. The critical importance of carving out time in your schedule for creative thinking and deep work.
3. Strategies to safeguard your career from automation and artificial intelligence.
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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In todayâs episode, I talk to professional cyclist, Ryan Gibbons.
Ryan is a 29-year-old National Champion cyclist from South Africa, competing right now with the UAE Emirates Team.
His pro career started when he was 21, but he didnât even know you could get paid for riding a bike at the time!! He took his chance to go pro because it paid basically the same as a good corporate job in South Africa at the time, and how heâs raced all around the world in competitions like the Tour de France and the Olympics.
Check out Ryan on Instagram and Twitter @RyanGibbons23, and you can even follow his bike rides on Strava @RyanGibbons.
If youâve ever wanted to learn about the not-so-glamorous life of a pro cyclist, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
- Why he consumes the sugar equivalent of 4 Coca-Colas per HOUR (!!!)
- The one thing he WONâT do to become a better cyclist
- And the KEY difference that separates amateur and pro cyclists
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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Welcome to Part 2 of Mark Jenneyâs story!
In Part 1, Mark talked about growing up homeless, dropping out of highschool, how he started 30 plus companies and sold over a BILLION dollars worth of products online.
Now, weâre diving into Markâs life TODAY â creating luxury Airbnb properties and how he keeps these one-of-a-kind places completely booked up year-round!
Head over to Markâs twitter to check out photos of these Airbnbs â theyâre UNREAL.
If youâve ever wanted to learn about what it takes to invest in and develop luxury Airbnbs, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
- How to ALWAYS bring 5-star consistency using a 30-point checklist
- Which property markets are no-goes and Markâs strategies for sourcing properties
- And why Mark filters every life choice through a 1-10 scale (hint: if itâs not a 9 or 10 then DONâT DO IT)
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In todayâs episode, I talk to best-selling author and YouTuber, Tiago Forte.
After years of struggling with a chronic illness that no specialists could find a cure for, Tiago created his own process to research, collect, and organize information so he could figure out how to live a healthier and pain-free life.
That experience led him to write his first best-selling book Building a Second Brain, which helped Silicon Valley businesses, NASA scientists, and everyday people just like yourself reach their greatest potential.
Now, Tiago has published his second book, The PARA Method: a simple and intuitive four-step system that helps us sort all the information flooding our brains from the digital world so we can live better, smarter, and more fulfilled lives.
You can check out the PARA method at www.ForteLabs.com/Books
If youâve ever wanted to learn about how best-selling books BECOME best-sellers, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
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Brian Balfour was the Head of Growth at HubSpot, started multiple VC-backed companies, and has grown brands to MILLIONS of daily active users. Today, heâs the founder of Reforge â a REALLY cool tool that gives you access to things like onboarding docs, presentation decks, brand positioning, org charts, roadmaps, etc. from top-performing business leaders like:
- Andrew Chen of Andreessen Horowitz
- Lauryn Isford the Head of Growth @ Notion
- And Helen Kupp the Sr. Director of Product Strategy @ Slack
Itâs like Github for tech startup businesses.
Check out Reforge at www.reforge.com.
If youâve ever wanted to learn about how to SUPERCHARGE your businessâs growth, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
- Why being a CEO isnât actually as awesome as people make it seem
- What Brian does to make every new business launch EPIC
- The EXACT strategies Brian uses to scale companies in a big way
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Mark Jenney grew up homeless, dropped out of highschool, created his first business when he was 13, and started 30 more companies after that!
This guy has sold over a BILLION dollars worth of products online, and has sold basically anything and EVERYTHING!!
After exiting from five businesses he built to over 8-figures, Mark now spends his time creating one-of-a-kind luxury Airbnbs.
Check out his Airbnbs and other things heâs up to on his Twitter: @MarkJenney
If youâve ever wanted to learn about how to succeed at business after starting dozens of companies, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
- How Mark recovered from his business partner taking ALL his money and moving to another country
- Why Mark always looks to âplay the right gameâ (and why you should, too)
- Whether Mark chased happiness or wealth⌠and which one ACTUALLY brought him success
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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In todayâs episode, Iâm sharing all the BIG JUICY details about how we go viral on YouTube!!
Two years ago I had the goal of reaching 250k YouTube subscribers⌠today, I now have over 800k subs. This kind of growth didnât happen overnight. It took a lot of trial and error and posting lots of different types of content to find what worked.
How did we figure out our exact process? Hit play to find out.
If you want to grow BIG on YouTube, youâll love this episode.
Try these tips out on your channel and let me know how they work for you.
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In todayâs episode, I talk to John Paul Dejoria of Paul Mitchell haircare and Patron Tequila.
John Paul is a BILLIONAIRE. Both of his companies are billion-dollar empires, but this dude didnât just have everything handed to him.
He grew up on the streets of LA, started his hair care company out of his car, lived off $2 dollars per day, and HUSTLED to make his dreams happen.
And now, he gives a ton of it back to charity. Check out JPJâs Peace, Love & Happiness Foundation at www.PeaceLoveHappinessFoundation.org/. And check out his documentary: https://www.goodfortunemovie.com/
If youâve ever wanted to learn about how to scale billion-dollar brands in totally unrelated industries, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
- How knocking on doors made him a billionaire
- Why you DO NOT want to be in the âsellingâ business
- And why you canât believe what people tell you about yourself
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Round 20 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.
In this episode, we are going to talk about:
- How to price a subscription.
- Sourcing outside help with financing your business
- The billion-dollar question about billion-dollar businesses
And if you want me to answer your question in a future episode, submit here:
P.S. Need help turning a business idea into reality? I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10 (kinda limited time). Sign up at OkDork.com/Monthly1K.
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In todayâs episode, Iâm giving yâall an update on whatâs going on at AppSumo! This is a new series weâre trying out called This Week at AppSumo (aka, TWAS).
I think most of you out there know that Iâm the founder and CEO of AppSumo (the BEST site for software deals online!) and since I started it 13 years ago, itâs grown to a 8-figure/year company.
But the truth is â Iâm still learning new things every day at the business. So these episodes are my time to share what Iâm learning, mistakes weâve made, and behind-the-scenes moments at the business that you wonât find anywhere else.
If youâre a founder, I hope these episodes give you ideas of things to try in your business (or maybe NOT tryâŚ) or I hope you find them interesting and entertaining!
Hit me up on Instagram and let me know what you think about this new series (I reply to DMs).
If youâve ever wanted to learn about the day-to-day decisions we make to grow AppSumo, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 5 BIG things:
Enjoy those 5 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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Manny is a SUPER successful real estate entrepreneur with a net worth of over $200 million dollars â but he didnât come from a wealthy family and he wasnât born with the ârightâ connections⌠In fact, life wasnât always easy for Manny and his family.
They immigrated to the US when Manny was young, fleeing a war-torn environment, and Manny actually knew NOTHING about America when he arrived. He couldnât even speak English and his family slept in a car to save money.
Today, Manny is a luxury car enthusiast and created a real estate empire â and, he teaches people how to invest and profit off real estate in his online courses, which you can find at www.MannyKhoshbin.com
Heâs come a LONG way.
Check out Manny on Instagram @MannyKhoshbin
If youâve ever wanted to learn about how to go from selling nuts door-to-door to having a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio (yes, Manny did that), then youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
- How Manny bounced back from losing ALL his savings to a con artist when first starting out as an entrepreneur
- Why he believes his success comes down to never waiting for a helping hand
- And the ONE mentor who changed his life trajectory foreverâŚ
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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In todayâs episode, I talk to serial entrepreneur and commodities trader Rafa Martinez.
Rafa is on his way to billionaire status â he got massive success by trading natural commodities on the stock market and starting businesses.
But life hasnât always been easy for Rafa.
When Rafa was 12, he immigrated to the US from El Salvador with his family â escaping crime and violence from the civil war. They came to the US with the dream of a better life and future, but had to start completely from scratch working minimum wage jobs and living in a 1½ bedroom apartment as a family.
Rafa has one of the most touching rags to riches stories Iâve ever heard â canât wait for you to hear it.
Check out Rafa on Instagram @RafaMartinez812 and Rafaâs racing club.
If youâve ever wanted to learn about how to get massive success after losing everything, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
- Rafaâs no BS explanation of how he ACTUALLY became a millionaire trading natural gas
- Why Rafa feels NO stress⌠even in high-risk situations
- And how Rafa lost $60 MILLION dollars in 3 weeks⌠and made back $180 million!!
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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In todayâs episode, Iâm giving yâall an update on whatâs going on at AppSumo! This is a new series weâre trying out called This Week at AppSumo (aka, TWAS).
I think most of you out there know that Iâm the founder and CEO of AppSumo (the BEST site for software deals online!) and since I started it 13 years ago, itâs grown to a 8-figure/year company.
But the truth is â Iâm still learning new things every day at the business. So these episodes are my time to share what Iâm learning, mistakes weâve made, and behind-the-scenes moments at the business that you wonât find anywhere else.
If youâre a founder, I hope these episodes give you ideas of things to try in your business (or maybe NOT tryâŚ) or I hope you find them interesting and entertaining!
Hit me up on Instagram and let me know what you think about this new series (I reply to DMs).
If youâve ever wanted to learn about the day-to-day decisions we make to grow AppSumo, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
- Learning From Mistakes: How weâre solving the mistake I made at AppSumo 3 years ago
- Turning Weaknesses into Strengths: The strategy we use during slow seasons to benefit the business AND customers
- Doing More of What Works: What weâre doubling-down on that brings us more success
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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Whatâs up, you beautiful bastards. Itâs your boy Jam Out aka Rabbi Canât Lose aka Noah Kagan.
This episode is part of the Ask Noah Series. I was #30 at Facebook, #4 at Mint.com, and Iâve helped build a bunch of companies that have done pretty well.
Today, I run AppSumo.com. It is the #1 website for software deals. We promote INSANE software at great prices for solopreneurs.
If you are growing or starting an online business, go check out AppSumo.com.
Today, we have 3 amazing questions weâll be going over:
When did you know it was time to hire and what role was it for?
I feel like Iâm special and can do more than others⌠Do all entrepreneurs feel that way? Do you have to feel like that to be successful?
Every business idea I have already exists and it stops me from taking action!!!
These are questions youâve submitted, and Iâm going be giving you detailed answers about them.
Submit your own questions at OkDork.com/AskNoah.
In todayâs episode, I was inspired by the awesome dudes over at the Tropical MBA Podcast to share some more PERSONAL things going on in my life. Weâre talking about what it feels like to be a founder.
I think a lot of times people look at my Twitter (@NoahKagan) or YouTube channel, or even AppSumoâs website, and think that everythingâs going AMAZING.
But the truth isâŚ
There have been some challenging things going on lately over at AppSumo.
If youâve ever wanted to learn about whatâs going on in my life and with AppSumo, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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In todayâs episode, I talk to Anand Sanwal of the market research company, CB Insights.
Anand bootstrapped CB Insights for 6 years⌠And now itâs worth over $100 million dollars!!!
Heâs a really impressive guy and knows a thing or two about growing a company.
This episode also goes into the current state of the startup market, the importance of defining the right priorities for your business, and why every business SHOULDNâT appeal to every customer.
Check out Anand Sanwal on Twitter at @asanwal.
If youâve ever wanted to learn about the data thatâs driving businesses forward, youâll love this episode.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
- The difference between good ideas and bad ideas, and why you need to be able to identify them
- The fiction book that taught Anand the MOST about business
- And the ONE sub-market thatâs raising a TON of money right now
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
Also, if you want to launch your own business but donât know where to start, I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10. Itâs helped thousands of people start their business journey and I know it will help you, too. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K and sign up.
In todayâs episode, I revisit one of our most popular episodes EVER.
I talk to Ali Abdaal - a UK-based Youtuber who grew his channel to over 4.2 million subscribers in 5 years WHILE being a full-time doctor. We recorded an interview back in June 2021 where I detailed exactly how he was able to pull this off, so make sure to check it out if youâre interested in growing your audience while working a full-time job.
If youâve ever wanted to learn about how to identify and refocus your energy on the things that matter most, youâll love this episode.
Youâll enjoy 3 BIG things from this conversation:
- Why Ali set up an email account to find his future wife
- How to find purpose and meaning
- The difference between Type 1 & Type 2 fun
Enjoy those 3 things⌠plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
Also, if you want to launch your own business but donât know where to start, I reopened my course Monthly1K for just $10. Itâs helped thousands of people start their business journey and I know it will help you, too. Head over to OkDork.com/Monthly1K and sign up.
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