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SPI 712: The Creator Economy Middle-Class—Roundtable with Jason Feifer, Terry Rice, and Matt Gartland

Sep 1, 2023

Editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur magazine, Jason Feifer, digital marketing expert Terry Rice, and co-founder of SPI Media, Matt Gartland, join the host for a roundtable discussion on finding fulfillment and success in the creator economy middle class. They emphasize the importance of defining your own version of success, share impactful tools, and highlight the significance of mental health and community. The speakers also discuss the success of a recent Pokemon event and the relevance of diverse opinions in entrepreneurship.

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Terry Rice

Jason Feifer

Matt Gartland

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Quick takeaways

Defining success and finding fulfillment in work requires challenging traditional notions and finding a middle ground aligned with individual goals and values.

Creators in the middle class of the creator economy face challenges in scaling their businesses, and success often comes from embracing niche audiences, building deep relationships, and leveraging contextual value.

Cultivating strong relationships with audiences, prioritizing mental and physical health, and challenging societal definitions of success are crucial in the creative industry.

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The Importance of Defining Success

The podcast episode discusses the importance of defining success and finding fulfillment in one's work. The speakers stress the need to challenge traditional notions of success and find a middle ground that aligns with individual goals and values. They highlight the value of deep work and the power of thinking about business models as a means to achieve desired outcomes.

Introduction

2min

Roundtable Discussion with Industry Experts

2min

Ready-to-Eat Meals and Podcasting Webinar

3min

The Significance of the Creator Economy Middle Class

14min

Finding Balance and Success in the Middle Class of the Creator Economy

20min

Success of Pokemon Event in Anaheim

14min

Diverse Opinions and the Relevance of the Middle Class for Creators and Entrepreneurs

3min

#712 Many of the highest performers, the people we often try to emulate, are actually miserable. You see, there are trade-offs in chasing extraordinary success that may not appeal to us once we understand what they are. So where's the sweet spot? How do we build a business we're proud of without sacrificing everything else in the process? Here's the thing—most people find incredible fulfillment in operating at a level of mastery in a small niche. This creator economy middle class is the topic of today's fantastic discussion between Terry Rice, Jason Feifer, Matt Gartland, and me. In this roundtable session, we help you define your version of success and discover the mindset to help you achieve it. We also arm you with the most impactful tools we're using right now and share a reading list to inspire you and shift your perspective. Enjoy! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session712.

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