Quarter One Review: Inside My Podcast Monetization Strategy + Course Launch Wins

Apr 8, 2025

In a candid review of the first quarter of 2025, key topics include a new course launch and unique sales strategies involving alumni entrepreneurs. The decision to move away from commission-based incentives transforms the team dynamic, leading to unexpected bonuses and enhanced collaboration. Insights into podcast monetization reveal the importance of building genuine partnerships over traditional sponsorships. Balancing personal milestones with business growth is highlighted, alongside reflections from transformative events that foster connections and opportunities.

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Intro

00:00 • 7min

Evolution of Podcast Production and Partnership Philosophy

07:16 • 2min

Crafting Tailored Proposals for Podcast Partnerships

09:26 • 2min

Balancing Family Celebrations and Business Success

11:15 • 15min

Navigating Connections and Opportunities: A Journey through Events and Growth

26:08 • 11min

In this raw and real “Laying Bricks” episode, I pull back the curtain on Q1 of 2025—from launching the second round of Your Biggest Launch Ever to experimenting with podcast monetization.

You’ll hear why we hired alumni entrepreneurs as our sales team, how we ditched commissions and brought in pro trainers to level them up, and what that taught me about leadership and selling with heart.

Plus, I share the big shifts I’m feeling in the business, the risks I’m taking, and what it looks like to play a bigger game this year.

Here's an honest look at how I’m building the next version of my business—one brick at a time.

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[00:00] Why staying “above the forest” is key to starting the year strong

[02:00] The real reason I started the “Laying Bricks” series—and why I’m documenting this journey

[03:45] Inside the course launch: why we added alumni entrepreneurs to our sales team

[04:36] How I decided to compensate the sales team—and what changed when we removed commission incentives

[06:20] The unexpected bonus our alumni sales team got (hint: it’s not just the pay!)

[07:20] How this nine-day sales experience turned into a mastermind-level think tank

[08:30] The honest truth behind why I started taking podcast monetization calls in January

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