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The Doug Show is where I’ll talk to other marketers, side hustlers, & experts, share success stories, talk about making the leap from corporate worker bee to entrepreneur. We'll go deep on affiliate marketing, side hustles, SEO, entrepreneurship, management, and working online.
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Dec 9, 2024 • 51min
$60K in TWO Months, Local Newsletter Success - Jas - Winnipeg Digest - DS541
Doug interviews Jas, a 23-year-old entrepreneur and founder of the Winnipeg Digest. They discuss Jas’s journey in digital marketing, his decision to pivot from niche sites to a local newsletter model, and his rapid growth to 16,000 subscribers in just eight months.
Jas shares insights on effective monetization strategies, primarily through annual sponsorship deals and leveraging social media for growth. He also emphasizes the simplicity and effectiveness of this business model and encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to consider starting their own local newsletters.
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Dec 2, 2024 • 53min
Mastering Zero-Based Budgeting - MyBudgetCoach - Zach Whelchel - DS540
Doug interviews software developer and entrepreneur Zach Welchel. Zach shares his journey from leaving a corporate job to founding ‘My Budget Coach,’ a company that helps people manage their finances through zero-based budgeting with the support of a coach.
They also talk about the technical aspects of budgeting apps and the importance of intentional spending. Zach explains the unique approach of ‘My Budget Coach,’ which combines digital avatars with real-life coaching to make budgeting accessible and personalized.
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Nov 25, 2024 • 40min
Freelancing and Some Light Rants - DS539
Doug touches on various topics ranging from his freelance gigs to early Black Friday deals.
He shares experiences about live streaming choir concerts, photography as a hobby, and taking on event photography tasks. And he even goes on a couple light rants.
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Nov 18, 2024 • 30min
When People Don't Believe in You - DS538
Doug addresses a listener’s question about dealing with people who don’t believe in your ambitions. He discusses mindset strategies and shares personal experiences. He also talks about selecting the right mentors and the dynamics of supportive relationships in pursuing entrepreneurial goals.
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Nov 11, 2024 • 47min
What is Financial Independence and FIRE - DS537
Doug dives into the concept of financial independence and the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. He discusses foundational ideas, pros, and cons of the FIRE movement and shares his personal experiences. He also provides practical advice on optimizing financial habits.
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Nov 4, 2024 • 55min
SEO Challenges, and AI Integration - Julian Goldie - DS536
Doug interviews Julian Goldie, an SEO expert, who discusses using AI to boost productivity and revenue in SEO agencies. Julian shares how he integrated AI into his processes, reduced team overheads, and effectively uses YouTube and social media to attract clients.
He also talks about building and managing SEO and marketing communities and the lessons learned from his experiences.
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Oct 28, 2024 • 30min
Being Lazy and Finding Advertisers - DS535
Doug explores various themes such as the importance of avoiding over-optimization and embracing practicality to improve productivity and reduce stress. He shares his experiences with different monetization strategies, including ad placements, affiliate programs, and securing sponsorships, particularly through attending FinCon.
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Oct 21, 2024 • 1h 7min
5 Figure Course Launch - Olga Zarr - DS534
Doug talks with Olga from SEO Sly. They discuss the intricacies of creating and launching online courses, particularly in the ever-evolving fields of SEO and digital marketing.
Key topics include the challenges of keeping course content updated, strategies for sunsetting outdated courses, and the most effective ways to build trust and drive sales through newsletters, YouTube, and LinkedIn. They share practical advice on pre-selling courses, structuring content, managing email sequences, and optimizing sales pages.
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Oct 14, 2024 • 30min
My Podcast Plan is Failing. What's the new Plan?? - DS533
Doug provides an update on his current project, ‘Ranking Revolution.’ He discusses the progress and challenges of the podcast, highlighting its purpose to engage with industry professionals in SEO and marketing. He also considers several options for the future of the show, ranging from ceasing production to potentially selling it or incorporating its content into his existing platforms.
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Oct 7, 2024 • 32min
Life Catch Up: Travel, Hiking, & More - DS532
Doug shares a personal catch-up covering various activities and updates from the past few weeks through the summer. He highlights personal adventures like hiking 14ers in Colorado and a tranquil trip to Great Basin National Park in Nevada, with an emphasis on stargazing and astrophotography. Doug also covers developments in his podcasts, including Mile High FI, and struggles with Ranking Revolution, pondering its future due to changing interests in SEO.
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