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It’s not too late, there are still massive opportunities to innovate in the digital market! Anne-Marie O’Neill believes we are still in an era of unforeseen saturation in digital marketing. Anne-Marie is the Chief Executive Officer of Whalerock, an LA-based media company that produces content for TV and digital and advises other brands on media strategy, creative development, and production. She has helped create and operate media brands in partnership with the world’s most impactful companies, celebrities, and networks. The company’s studio division has produced TV shows for Netflix, HBO Max, and Discovery!  There is still history to be made in the digital space, so dive in, and let’s learn how we can get on the right side of it.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 03:15] Opening Segment  Anne-Marie talks about her background and what makes her tick Anne-Marie’s exposure to arts and entertainment at an early age Her venture into Journalism  Anne-Marie’s upbringing and parental support  [03:16 - 10:51] There is History Still to Be Made in the Digital Space Anne-Marie talks about her first steps into the world of Journalism The educational process Lessons from the early days of Journalism How having experience in Journalism has helped Anne-Marie in her business Everyone can read a keynote, not everyone can read a room  Navigating the shift from paper to digital media Success came down to nailing distribution and content We are in an era of unforeseen saturation  Current issues digital marketers are facing Influence and endorsement is everything  A quick word from our sponsor [10:52 - 16:19] Pursuing Trends vs. Setting Trends The shift of power in the influencer marketing space Engagement is just as important as following  It’s getting harder and harder to get in  Anne-Marie gives advice around jumping into new opportunities in the market It’s ok to miss the trend to see if it sticks around “Let’s not be first, let’s be best”  Pursuing trends vs. setting them  Stake a claim on a certain area of growth  Mistakes can still be made by jumping in too soon Who you know or what you know? It has to be a combination  [16:20 - 19:50] Closing Segment   RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Anne-Marie Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: “Having a Journalism background is an incredible tool for business management and for people management… Being able to communicate, storytelling, being curious; all of those qualities that are important in Journalism are also vastly underrated in business.” - Anne-Marie O’Neill“We are in an era, right now, of unforeseen saturation of media. I question what is the limit of, not only how much we can put out there, but how much can a single human consume?” - Anne-Marie O’Neill“It was the actual philosophy of the editors of [Time Magazine] to not be first, to be followers… At that point in time, it was, ‘Let’s not be first, let’s be the best.’” - Anne-Marie O’NeillWant to connect with Anne-Marie? You can find her active on LinkedIn. For digital business strategies proven by the biggest names in entertainment, check out https://www.whalerockindustries.com/. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why should people care about what you do or what you have to offer? Omar Hamdi has unlocked the secret of helping businesses work out the emotions of their consumers through the concept of pathos!Omar is CEO of Pathos Communications, the only 100% pay-on-results PR agency in the world. He has over a decade’s experience across media genres and functions as a TV host, writer, producer, and consultant and has also produced and sold shows globally, including to Europe, China, and Amazon Prime. If you want to communicate effectively, it’s time to dive in and learn the power of pathos! Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 04:04] Opening Segment  Omar talks about his background and what makes him tick Never a clear vision, but always an impulse to do something different “I have a natural discomfort with a regular pedestrian life”  [04:05 - 13:36] Communicate Effectively by Using Pathos  What made Omar choose his entrepreneurial path  Finding out what you’re good at  A gift for communication  The start of Omar’s business  Starting out as “the media guy”  Giving advice to a network turned into a consultation  From working with friends to working with strangers  Omar talks about how to communicate effectively  Pathos = convincing through emotion  Why should people care about your business?  Always ask the right questions  How Omar filters out ideal clients  Taking the client’s passion and fashioning it into something “Would I read ‘this?’” A quick word from our sponsor [13:37 - 21:21] Omar on Building Your Network Where people are making mistakes in marketing You need to get out of your own bubble Holding onto your interest too tight You need to allow outside/impartial influence  Who you know or what you know?  “I would choose to be the average guy, who knows everybody”  You still need to hold both in balance  How to guide an organization around their flaws without hurting them “It’s not about me” - both parties want results  [21:22 - 28:39] Closing Segment   RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Omar Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: “I think we all owe it to ourselves to work out what we’re best at.” - Omar Hamdi“A lot of organizations are afraid to ask their clients, why should anyone care? And if you’ve worked out the emotion you should work out why people should care.” - Omar Hamdi“If I had to choose to be a very intelligent person who knows nobody or a very mediocre who knows everybody, I would choose to be the average guy who knows everyone.” - Omar HamdiWant to connect with Omar and his team? You can find Pathos on LinkedIn. If you’re interested in pay-on-results only Public Relations, visit https://payonresultspr.com/ and get Pathos on your side.Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at  https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork. Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health!Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strip away the title, the job, the money; who are you? Who do you want to be? Having said goodbye to his passion for football, Alex knows a thing or two about change, culture, influence, and how to navigate the pitfall of having your identity intertwined with your platform and ability. Alex Molden is a former professional athlete (8-year NFL career) turned Leadership Speaker, Coach, and Podcast host of the show “The Shark Effect.” After playing 8-years with the Saints, Chargers, and Lions battling some of the best athletes on EARTH, he retired from the game and fought his hardest battle, transition. Dive into this episode and let’s explore this former NFL athlete's success in navigating life’s biggest transitions. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 03:35] Opening Segment  Alex talks about the unique way he learned to play football Learning to play using the encyclopedia  The value of learning things at the fundamental level How Alex’s parents set him up for success by making him “earn it”  [03:36 - 12:35] Why You Need to Master Fundamentals Alex talks about how he disciplined himself to learn fundamentals Passion leads to a desire for long term success Figuring out why you did or didn’t get success  You need to put the ego away and take criticism  The importance of being a certain character to achieve your goals Everything has a formula, you need to know what equation you play in it Finding the balance between finding or picking your passion Figure out what you love without pigeon-holing yourself Try out as many things as possible, especially while you’re young  How to adjust in the middle of chaos  Don’t worry about the score, be in the moment  Practice until what you do becomes who you are  Do the right thing even when no one is watching A quick word from our sponsor [12:36 - 21:54] Navigating Life’s Biggest Transitions  How to stay true to yourself even in transition  Alex talks about the importance of finding your purpose  Know your assignment, alignment, and adjust  Prioritizing faith and family over career Alex talks about finding his purpose of serving others  Who you know, or what you know?  Both the who and the what are influencers Relationships are the building blocks to great opportunities On networking - “I’ll meet everybody at least one time”  [21:55 - 27:09] Closing Segment   RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Alex Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: “Some of the best games I ever played in was when I didn’t worry about the score… When you practice something and you become really good at it, it becomes who you are.” - Alex Molden“Know your assignment, know your alignment, and then make adjustments.” - Alex Molden“Each one of us has something in us that’s inspiring… What have you overcome? That’s inspiring.” - Alex MoldenResources Mentioned:  The Shark Effect Podcast The Ultimate Playbook for High Achievement  Want to connect with Alex? You can follow him on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Learn the secrets of success during times of transition at https://alexmoldenspeaks.com/. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re not leveraging influencers to promote your brand, you may be missing out on one of the number one ways to build a following! Justin Kline is the Founder and President of Markerly, a pioneer of influencer marketing.Justin has led the company’s growth, guiding strategic direction, product development, and developing Markerly’s platform and media practice. During Markerly’s ascension, he has spearheaded award-winning campaigns for Fortune 500 brands, Non-Profits, and Government organizations. In this episode, we learn about Justin and his unique and holistic approach to influencer marketing.Tune in if you want to learn the RIGHT way to do influencer marketing, how to avoid typical pitfalls, and how Markerly can help you do it all!Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 04:36] Opening Segment  Justin talks about the generational shift in influencer marketing How Justin first started tackling this market  Translating blog technology into influencer marketing  [04:37 - 15:23] The RIGHT Way to Do Influencer Marketing Justin shares his insights on the change in how companies approach influencers It boils down to working with the right people  Enable a level of creative flexibility and control  The vetting process of finding the right influencer  Know when to use photo, video, or PR campaigns Avoiding missteps when you get into this strategy  Being disingenuous will be your downfall  How Markerly helps companies find a good fit How they think through the creative process for clients  Creating a long term strategy to beat the competition Why niching down is important for influencer marketing  You need to align the views and personality of the brand  It promotes authenticity Price control and cost for engagement  A quick word from our sponsor [15:24 - 19:26] Justin Kline on Building Your Network Justin gives advice around measuring the success of a campaign It depends on what the brand wants to accomplish Play the long game - look at the content value of influencers Who you know or what you know?  You need both in tandem  You tend to gain to a network as you have more value to give [19:27 - 27:09] Closing Segment   RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Justin Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: “[Influencer Marketing] boils down to just working with the right people… making sure that it’s a good match. You’re basically hiring people to be spokespeople for your brand.” - Justin KlineResources Mentioned:  Evergreen The War of Art Getting Things Done  Want to connect with Justin? You can follow him on LinkedIn and Twitter. Build a greater sphere of influence and connection with your audience on https://markerly.com/.  Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Collin Mitchell does it all! He's a 4-time founder, father of 4, and host of the "Sales Transformation" podcast. Collin and his wife started their first company at age 25 and grew it to $5M ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue) in 26 months! Not bad for someone who grew up poor, surviving on food stamps and government cheese, no? In this episode, you're going to see how investing in yourself, establishing positive habits, and building relationships through podcasting are the missing link between you and your success!Jump right in and discover why podcasting is a secret weapon to building your business.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 06:26] Opening Segment  A little intro to Collin Mitchell Collin gives us a bit of his background  Growing up with a rough childhood  Thinking high education wasn't even an option  How Collin's first sales job turned his life around  "Just out-work your competition"  [06:28 - 19:02] Going from $5M in Annual Revenue to Building a Podcast How Collin built his career and entered entrepreneurship A desire to acquire new skills  Learning on the job  A strength for leading by example The decision to go out on do it on his own  How Collin built $5M in ARR and moved into other businesses  Transitioning to the online space  Getting inspired by LinkedIn content  How Collin got turned on to the idea of podcasting Collin's start into podcasting  The process of creating and releasing content Failing to gain an audience The value of creating a process and new habits Pivoting to generate success from his podcast Using the podcast to build relationships Helping people create podcasts for their business 2.7M podcasts, less than half still release episodes because of poor strategy [19:03 - 32:24] Why a Podcast is a Secret Weapon to Building Your Business Collin talks about the reasons behind starting a podcast It serves so many purposes surrounding relationships The value of creating content Finding your voice How everything you learn from an interview carries over to business There are tons of ways to make money podcasting  The value of paid guesting A quick word from our sponsor Why you should pay to get in front of other people's audiences Podcast audiences are one of the most loyal and responsive [32:25 - 34:54] Closing Segment   Who you know or what you know? What you know is important but not as much as the who  You need the right people to implement what you know  How to connect with Collin Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: "If you do anything that has any sort of emphasis on building relationships for your business to drive revenue, a podcast platform works beautifully if it's done right." - Collin Mitchell"Every podcast host that I talk to, one of the things they value most is what they get to learn from the desk… You get access to these people, and then you can ask them any question you want!" - Collin Mitchell Resources Mentioned: Sales Transformation podcast Want to connect with Collin? You can follow him on Twitter and LinkedIn. Visit https://www.salescast.co for a "revenue-first" podcast network that generates unlimited demand! Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steven Dimmitt is living proof that when you live life chasing your own curiosity, the output can lead to opportunities you never knew existed. Steven is a rock climber, podcaster, and entrepreneur.He left his engineering job to move into a van full-time, and pursue personal goals in his passion of rock climbing. For the past year, he has been building The Nugget Climbing Podcast where he interviews world-class climbers to tease out the habits and routines that got them where they are today. The podcast has already hit 500k downloads in the first 18 months. Dive in and let’s explore how successful entrepreneurs are the ones who scratch their own itch!Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:28] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Steven Dimmitt Steven gives a bit of his background  Thinking life is about choosing the “least bad option”  Fell into the path of engineering  Breaking out of the self-limits Going into entrepreneurship - “what is an itch I want to scratch?” [05:29 - 20:01] Successful Entrepreneurs Scratch Their Own Itch Steven talks about his first lessons as an entrepreneur The mistake of trying to create something you’re not interested in  The start of Steven’s blog  Building credibility with the podcast  Starting a podcast without generalizing the content  Rising above the competition by niching down  Incorporating your interests and digging deeper  Scratching your own itch  Always curious and asking questions The networking opportunity that comes from good interviews  Becoming financially stable from the content alone How Steven makes his content unique through authentic curiosity  Extract the most interesting things from each person  A quick word from our sponsor [20:02 - 26:50] Steven Dimmitt on Building Your Network  How Steven breaks out of his shell to connect with other people  Breaking down introversion vs. extroversion  Get uncomfortable at least once a week  Who you know or what you know Network over knowledge  Make other people as interesting as possible  Some amount of imposter syndrome can be healthy  [26:51 - 35:33] Closing Segment   ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Steven Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: “If you change your inputs, you are capable of achieving different outputs.” - Steven Dimmitt“I think people can really feel curiosity. I don’t force my guests to talk about specific things, I just want to really try to extract what’s most interesting about that specific person.” - Steven Dimmitt“Everyone is interesting if you ask them the right questions.” - Steven DimmittResources Mentioned:  The Nugget Climbing Podcast The Four Hour Body The Four Hour Workweek Tools of Titans  Want to connect with Steven? You can follow him on Instagram. Show some love and head on over to https://thenuggetclimbing.com/ and get connected to the community. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We got a spicy one here today folks! What do artists like Niel Young, Brené Brown, and Joni Mitchell have in common? They’re all threatening to leave the Spotify platform if Joe Rogan isn’t “dealt with!” I hate to break it to people but trying to censor someone may actually have the opposite effect and, in fact, grow their audience. So where do you land on the debate? We’re going to break down our initial reactions and how people (including Spotify’s CEO) are responding.Tune in to the episode and find out why trying to cancel Joe Rogan is growing his audience and where we land on the censorship debate.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 03:15] Opening Segment  Welcome to Freestyle Friday  Major artists threatening to pull themselves out of Spotify  The basis: Dealing with Joe Rogan Our initial reaction - it makes us want to listen even more  Joe Rogan’s response to the criticism  Podcasting threatens people who are used to being in control  [03:16 - 08:08] Cencorship in Podcasting The importance of free speech in the podcasting space  Censorship doesn’t help anyone Trying to censor actually has the opposite effect Making people realize that this person has something to say Not understanding what people are even asking for  Joe can always just upload content somewhere else Daniel Ek’s response My job is to give people a platform to voice their opinions People who judge harshly haven’t even listened to the full content In reality, Joe Rogan brings people with all different views on his show A quick word from our sponsor [08:09 - 15:01] Closing Segment  Who gets to choose what truth is?  We should be able to decide for ourselves who we listen to  Niel Young’s response and the possible publicity play Brene Brown’s shocking response  The danger of losing our freedom of speech little by little How to connect with us  Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: “Anybody who wants to share something should be allowed to share it and you can judge it on your own.” - Eric Skwarczynski“I’m just such a proponent of free speech and it’s one of the founding principles of this country which is what makes us awesome… Words are powerful and speech is powerful.” - Travis Chappell Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine going from having $47 in your pocket to flying first class around the world by combining software and coaching. This is the story of today's guest, Carla White, CEO of Hiro.FM.Carla is a software pioneer, podcast host, and coach helping entrepreneurs make $100K+ using audio. She is the first woman to ever launch an iPhone app and has been featured on Oprah, NBC, NYTimes, and countless other publications. Like many content creators, she is impacting and influencing the world with audio and helping people get paid for their message!Jump in find out how Carla became the first woman to launch an app.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:02] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Carla White Carla gives a bit of his background  Always had a desire to be on stage  Growing up on a farm  Pushed to get into the military as a kid  Studying abroad in Germany [05:03 - 12:12] Becoming the First Woman to Launch an App Carla talks about the impact studying overseas had on her Learning a new language The power of encouragement Breaking the glass ceiling and pursuing a dream  “Crazy Carla” - just doing things others would consider crazy  Carla talks about regrets  Carla talks about becoming the first woman to launch an app The first leap into entrepreneurship Deciding to create an app despite the pushback  A quick word from our sponsor [17:13 - 21:36] Leveraging the Power of Audio Carla’s thoughts on just jumping into a new idea If there’s curiosity there, just jump in Carla talks about her newest app Hiro.FM Private podcast platform  Geared towards getting your message out quick How Carla got into this platform  Literally saving lives through the power of audio Carla’s advice on leveraging a podcast  Audio is easier for people to consume People learn better during an active state  You may be sitting on premium content How to sign up and use the app  Links below  [21:37 - 24:42] Closing Segment   ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Carla Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: “All these people saying, ‘just don’t…’ What a great decision not to listen to those people!” - Carla White“If it is fun, if it’s interesting to you, if there’s a curiosity there, jump in!” - Carla White“Most people learn better when they’re in an active state… If you’re a podcast host, a content creator, you probably have premium content sitting around on a hard drive that could be making money right now for you.” - Carla WhiteResources Mentioned: Hiro.FM Want to connect with Carla? You can follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Head on over to https://carlawhite.org/ and learn how to start getting paid for your message!Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit thesis.com/TRAVIS!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk a lot about adding value to others, but Michael Stein learned that, in the process, you need to remember to leverage value for yourself.Michael is an entrepreneur, actor, writer, director, producer, and stand-up comedian who has acted and worked with multiple Academy Award-winning actors, filmmakers, producers, and fortune 500 leaders. He is the Host of the Long Shot Leaders Podcast, which tells the story of underdogs who have found success. Today, we’re going to dive into his story, how he broke into the industry, how he lost it all, and how he got it all back and helps others do the same.Tune in to the episode for inspiration around niching down by choosing your lane, and the opportunities that can come when you know your worth.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 07:29] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Michael Stein Michael gives a bit of his background  Son to an entrepreneur  Business-minded upbringing  Growing up around celebrities  Michael’s first venture into business Going from stand-up to show business  Losing everything and shifting gears to get it back [07:30 - 17:12] Pick a Problem and Choose Your Lane Michael talks about his journey into personal development  Some mistakes take repetition to understand  How Michael got back up after hitting rock bottom Compared to his dad’s experience  Maintaining business momentum by niching down  The advantages of early adoption  Keep yourself open to the next channel Get into the game with a game solver Figuring out what lane to pick  Build out a website and raise money Start making one sale at a time  [17:13 - 24:55] Michael Stein on Building Your Network Michael talks about how networking in retrospect Feeling like your giving something to people  The importance of self-worth  How insecurity kept Michael from asking for things  Let go of grudges  Who you know or what you know? The what get’s you in the door to the who  How the “who” led to Michael finding his worth through personal development Probability will show itself - just make the right decisions [24:56 - 35:46] Closing Segment   “Prime the pump”  Knowing when to pivot from something that doesn’t work  Have your goals and limits set in advance Weigh out the pros and cons ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Michael Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: “I got to see all kinds of industries once I put myself out there… Meeting as many people as I could, that really just blew things open for me to start my film career.” - Michael Stein“If you want to start something, the internet is not new, but branding something - you can be in your own lane.” - Michael Stein “Everyone has a chance for this shit. It’s just time, plus effort, plus choices, and consistency. Probability will show itself.” - Michael Stein Resources Mentioned:  The Longshot Leaders Podcast Rich Dad Poor Dad  Want to connect with Michael? You can find him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Check out https://longshotleaders.com/ - ordinary people, finding extraordinary success.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Start hiring right now with $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a new year and a changing market! That said, it’s time to adjust our advice for people trying to get into the podcast space.Where are the resources to get educated? Should you hire a coach? What’s the best way to grow an audience? All these questions and more will be answered, so get ready for a ton of value today!Dive into this freestyle episode and get your Podcasting 101 tips for 2022.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 01:55] Opening Segment  Introducing the topic for the day - Podcasting for 2022 I talk about what I would do if I started a podcast this year Similar to 2017, hire a coach and get knowledgeable about it Think about exchanging money for time [01:56 - 11:52] Podcasting 101 for 2022 Challenging the thought process that you can just jump in and figure it out How long did it take for you to learn your profession?  People pay for college; why wouldn’t they pay to learn this? Number 2: book yourself on other podcasts Book within 6 months of starting your show Get in front of other podcasting audiences Advice for running ads Get people linked to specific episodes, not just a blog Collect info, so you have data to market to I give examples of what strategy you should employ  Currents stats 51% of the US listen to podcasts Assumptions that you may be making How to get booked Check out our software guiestio.com  Keep an eye on Spotify They’re beginning to dominate the listener base Spotify bought attention and is optimizing their platform Tell your audience to rate the show on whatever platform they use  Predicting ad features for the future  How podcasting helps you get partnerships  Fix your content - it needs to be interesting Don’t keep sinking money into something that doesn’t work  Interviews are an interesting way to build up the content  A quick word from our sponsor [11:53 - 17:03] Closing Segment  Bring on experts that have credibility  Interesting doesn’t have to mean well-known  Bring traffic through recognition Follow the money - lookout for anything new  How to connect with us  Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: “You can learn a lot of things on YouTube, but that doesn't mean that that’s the best way to learn it… Number one: hire coach, get a course.” - Travis Chappell“The number one way to grow your podcast is to get in front of other podcasting audiences.” - Travis Chappell“If you’re content sucks, then nothing is going to work… Fix the holes in the bucket before you try to fill the bucket up.” - Travis ChappellResources Mentioned:  Guestio  Episode with Sam Ellis Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices