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Doug Cunnington, PMP
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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Jun 17, 2024 • 40min
ChatGPT Prompts Helped A Parent Transform His Child’s Future - Phil Birchenall - DS516
Doug chats with Phil Birch, a business consultant in the UK who specializes in AI training, consulting, and inspiring digital media companies. The conversation dives into Birch’s personal experiences using AI, specifically ChatGPT, to assist his daughter with math challenges, leading to a featured article in Forbes.
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Jun 10, 2024 • 39min
Running a 110k Sub YouTube Channel - DS515
From Drop Shipping to YouTube Success: An In-Depth Interview with Paul Lipsky
Doug continues his conversation with Paul Lipsky. They discuss Paul’s entrance into YouTube in 2017, his experience with drop shipping, and the growth of his channel through strategic collaborations and content creation. Paul shares insights on the evolution of being a YouTuber, the importance of genuine content, and his transition to creating online courses.
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DropshippingTitans EBooks
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DS514 – Previous Episode with Paul
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Jun 3, 2024 • 36min
Exploring TikTok Store Dropshipping - Paul Lipsky - DS514
Doug is joined by friend and drop shipping expert Paul Lipsky. Paul shares his journey from a dissatisfied lawyer in New York City to a successful drop shipper and YouTube creator.
The discussion covers Paul’s initial struggles in the drop shipping industry, finding the right products, and the advantages of different marketplaces like eBay and TikTok.
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YouTube
Dropshipping Titans Ebook
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May 27, 2024 • 29min
Featured In Forbes! - DS513
Doug shares a mix of personal updates and observations. He kicks off by sharing his excitement about being mentioned in a Forbes article related to AI, which arose unexpectedly from one of his videos.
He also dives into his journaling habit, emphasizing the importance of monitoring progress for continual improvement. Doug briefly touches upon his experiences and changes with Google, including altering his search habits and reflecting on Google’s evolving search results.
3 ChatGPT Prompts That Helped A Parent Transform His Child’s Future
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May 20, 2024 • 57min
Building a Content Engine | Brian Feroldi - DS512
Doug talks with Brian Feroldi, a financial educator, investing enthusiast, and author of the best-selling book ‘Why Does the Stock Market Go Up’. Feroldi shares insights into his journey from a complete beginner in finance to becoming a prolific content creator. He also shares some strategies behind creating a successful content engine
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Twitter
Youtube
LinkedIn
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Website
His Book
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Become a Better Investor In 3 Minutes Per Week
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May 13, 2024 • 25min
Mobile Deep Linking=Higher Conversion Rate - Jesse Lakes, Geniuslink - DS511
Doug chats with Jesse Lakes, co-founder and CEO of Geniuslink, about the intriguing subject of mobile deep linking and recent changes in Amazon Associate rules. Jesse dives into the technicalities and benefits of mobile deep linking, explaining how it significantly improves conversion rates by directing users to specific products within apps rather than web pages.
Furthermore, the conversation shifts to a discussion on recent updates to Amazon’s operating agreement that now permits affiliate links in emails and social media DMs, provided recipients have opted in. Jesse also highlights the capabilities of Geniuslink in enhancing monetization for creators across different platforms.
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May 6, 2024 • 43min
I Messed Up My Podcast Launch! - DS510
Doug shares his experiences and challenges associated with launching his new podcast, ‘Ranking Revolution.’ Despite his decade of experience in self-employment, Doug discusses how external factors and a lack of discipline affected the podcast’s launch, leading to both unforeseen successes and setbacks.
He talks about running a podcast boot camp during a difficult period. Doug also touches upon his efforts to implement dynamic ad insertions, the process of recording video and audio for podcasting, and his plans to sell ‘Ranking Revolution’ in the future.
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Apr 29, 2024 • 36min
Exploring Amazon Seller Networks - Jesse Lakes, Geniuslink - DS509
Doug is joined by Jesse Lakes, CEO and co-founder of Geniuslink, to discuss the emerging world of Amazon seller networks—an area that’s redefining affiliate marketing on Amazon.
The discussion covers the basics of what Amazon seller networks are, highlighting these platforms as a bridge connecting publishers, creators, and sellers on Amazon to boost sales and commissions through smart linking. Jesse outlines the mechanics of getting started with seller networks, the advantages like significantly higher commission rates compared to Amazon’s in-house affiliate program, and the potential for content creators to earn both from Amazon’s program and seller networks simultaneously.
He also addresses the challenges, such as a currently limited product catalog available through these networks and the importance of compliance with FTC regulations. Jesse emphasizes the opportunities this new model presents for content creators looking to monetize their recommendations more effectively and how Geniuslink is facilitating an easier integration into these networks.
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Apr 22, 2024 • 42min
Viable side hustles not reliant on Google SEO - DS508
Doug discusses various side hustle options that aren’t dependent on Google SEO. He also addresses three viewer emails concerning the challenges and uncertainties in blogging due to Google’s unpredictable updates.
He advises against relying on Google SEO for traffic and suggests alternative income sources like e-commerce, freelancing, online courses, and more. Additionally, Doug touches on the importance of diversifying income streams and not putting all one’s efforts into blogging.
Side Hustle Cheatsheet
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Apr 15, 2024 • 1h 1min
Taking Niche Sites to YouTube to Diverse Monetization with John - Project 24 - DS507
Doug Cunnington interviews John, who transitioned from a decade in law enforcement to pursuing internet marketing full-time. John shares his journey of dabbling in internet marketing since 2005 while working as a sheriff’s deputy before making it his full-time career and surpassing his law enforcement income.
He discusses the success of running a portfolio of websites and a large dog training brand, becoming his own boss, and the impact of his work on his family and audience. John gives insights into the early days of Internet marketing, the role of Income School in his career, focusing on one niche, and the importance of helping the audience as the key to his success.
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Project 24
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