Authority Hacker Podcast – AI & Automation for Small biz & Marketers Why we shut down our 7 figure business
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Feb 18, 2025 The hosts reveal their bold decision to close a successful multi-million dollar course business, opening up about the emotional journey behind it. They discuss the decline of traditional affiliate marketing due to shifting consumer behavior and the rise of AI-driven content. With newfound freedom, they navigate the challenges of online business models, questioning the sustainability of quick side hustles. The conversation pivots towards the transformative potential of AI and automation, hinting at exciting future explorations in these areas.
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Affiliate Marketing Decline
- The Authority Hacker course business model, teaching affiliate content website creation, is no longer viable.
- Large publishers, Google updates, and AI search engines have disrupted the model.
Scotland Realization
- Mark and Gael realized their business model was failing during a planning week in Scotland.
- They spent the week strategizing but ultimately concluded it wasn't sustainable.
Team Announcement
- On December 2nd, 2024, Mark and Gael informed their team about the business shutdown and job losses.
- Despite the difficult situation, most team members quickly found new employment.