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In episode #2255, Neil and Eric discuss how to build a billion-dollar network. Tuning in, you’ll learn how Neil and Eric built their network, along with lessons they’ve learned throughout their careers. They elaborate on how to grow your network in the long term by providing value, hosting live events, and more. For top tips and key insights into this important topic, make sure you tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: How To Build A Billion-Dollar Network. [00:59] Why it takes a long time to build a billion-dollar network.  [01:10] The importance of creating value if you want to build your network. [01:40] How to give without trying to get back. [01:49] Why you should focus on being interested in other people. [03:33] How to kickstart your podcast by interviewing other people. [04:39] The value of live events. [05:30] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [05:33] Visit https://www.levelingup.com/founders/ for information on our Private Founders Events! [05:43] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more!   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:   Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro   Leave Some Feedback:     What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.     Connect with Us:    Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel  Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode #2254, Neil and Eric ask whether engagement pods can skyrocket your audience growth. Social media and the online landscape have drastically changed over the course of the last decade, and so have the role of engagement pods. Tune in as we discuss the role of engagement pods today, whether they are still effective, and which platforms they are best suited for. Press play now to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Can Engagement Pods Skyrocket Your Audience Growth? [00:26] An overview of engagement pods and how they function. [00:49] Whether or not engagement pods are still effective in this day and age. [02:13] The platforms that respond best to engagement pods. [03:04] The real trick to continually seeing returns on your engagement pods. [03:31] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [03:36] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more!   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:   Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro   Leave Some Feedback:     What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.     Connect with Us:    Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel  Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode #2253, Neil and Eric talk about how TCG is betting $100M on finding the next 'Mr. Beast'. We discuss the private equity firm, TCG, and why they invest in companies that define culture. We also delve into Mr. Beast’s brand, why his outsized influence is akin to being a media company, and why being an influencer isn’t always as profitable as it seems. For all this and more, make sure you tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: TCG bets $100M On Finding The Next 'Mr. Beast'. [00:25] Learn about TCG, a private equity firm, and who they invest in. [00:38] An overview of Mr. Beast, his channels, and his stature on YouTube. [01:25] Why being an influencer isn’t always as profitable as it may seem. [02:16] How Mr. Beast invests well and deploys sponsorship dollars into his videos. [04:04] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [04:11] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more!   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:   TCG Night Media Mr. Beast on YouTube Logan Paul on YouTube Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro   Leave Some Feedback:     What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.     Connect with Us:    Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel  Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Ovens, Founder of Skool, shares advice on synergy between cash flow and assets, comfort with debt, and building a company without investors. He also discusses changing products while keeping brand consistent, the success of masterminds, and standing out with detailed courses and events.

In episode #2251, Erik Rivera talks about how to grow a media company. He owns a holding company of pet businesses and he has recently opened up a handful of websites which he has transformed into media companies. In this session from the Leveling Up Founders Event in Beverly Hills, he talks about this entire process. Tune in to find out about the different frameworks he uses to build authority media sites in less than 12 months! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Erik Rivera on How to Grow a Media Company. [00:45] The three frameworks that Erik uses to build authority media sites in less than 12 months. [00:55] An introduction to the topical authority framework and how it works. [01:34] How to find the keywords to create your content around. [02:59] Other tools to help you finalize your roadmap to being an authority on your subject. [03:30] Why you should publish your content all at the same time. [04:20] An introduction to the digital PR framework. [05:04] How to find trending topics to intersect with the topic you cover. [05:25] The value of running a data-driven survey. [05:38] How to find and reach out to journalists that cover your topic [06:05] Find out more about the Leveling Up Founders Event at live.levelingup.com. [06:36] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! [06:43] Go to https://marketingschool.io/ to learn more!   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:     Erik Rivera   Ahrefs  Keyword Insights Clearscope Surfer SEO Google Trends BuzzSumo PollFish  Muck Rack lemlist  Find out more about the Leveling Up Founders Event at live.levelingup.com  Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro   Leave Some Feedback:     What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.     Connect with Us:    Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel  Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode #2250, we chat with Chris Do, Founder, and CEO of The Futur, to talk about leveling up your personal brand and building influence. Chris unpacks what it takes to build a strong and impactful brand that resonates with your audience, why branding is all about impression management, and how you can elevate your personal brand through intentional work. For top tips and profound insights on how to master your branding strategy, make sure you press play now! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Leveling Up Your Personal Brand & Building Influence. [00:35] Get to know our guest, Chris Do, a loud introvert and recovering graphic designer! [00:58] Why Chris identifies as a teacher, not an influencer. [02:22] How Chris started making YouTube content and how the decision changed his career. [03:34] Marty Neumeier’s definition of branding: a gut feeling that a person has about a product, service, or organization. [05:13] Understanding what constitutes a strong brand. [07:19] Why everyone has an unintentional personal brand and how to build yours intentionally.  [09:37] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [09:39] Visit https://live.levelingup.com for information on our Private Founders Events! [10:08] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more!   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:   Chris Do on LinkedIn The Futur   The Brand Gap: How to Bridge the Distance Between Business Strategy and Design   Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro   Leave Some Feedback:     What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.     Connect with Us:    Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel  Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode #2249 we hear another session from the Leveling Up Founders Event where Patrick Campbell talks on the topic of pricing and retention strategies. Patrick recently sold his company ProfitWell to Paddle for about $250 million. On a monthly basis, he asks himself the question “What if a private equity firm bought us tomorrow?” Tune in to find out how looking at your business through the eyes of a private equity firm can help you in terms of pricing and retention. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Patrick Campbell on Pricing and Retention Strategies [00:45] Why you should ask yourself “What if a private equity firm bought us tomorrow?” [01:20] Why you should raise your prices if your NPS is over 20. [01:32] How to raise your prices and suggestions around messaging. [02:46] The most important point to include in your messaging.  [03:13] The importance of add-ons.  [03:48] Price localization: why you should have different prices for different regions.  [04:14] Why you should cap discounts at 15% [04:32] Why 15 - 20% of your new monthly revenue should come from your existing user base. [04:57] Patrick’s closing words on cuddling with the chaos. [05:19] Find out more about the Leveling Up Founders Event at live.levelingup.com [05:50] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [05:56] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more!   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:   Patrick Campbell  ProfitWell  Paddle Find out more about the Leveling Up Founders Event at live.levelingup.com  Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro   Leave Some Feedback:     What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.     Connect with Us:    Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel  Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode #2248, we do an ultimate hot seat session with Eric and Neil. Tuning in, you’ll get a firsthand look at our Leveling Up Founders Event and get a feel for our Mastermind environment. Neil answers questions from our audience and shares his insights on what he’s learned from running an agency as well as what it took for him to reach this point. We also discuss how to be an effective leader, why you shouldn’t let society dictate your decisions, and how to hone in on what you want to establish as the core of your business going forward. To learn more about what our events are all about, press play now! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Ultimate Hot Seat Session with Eric and Neil. [00:20] Learn about the Leveling Up Founders Event. [00:43] How Leaders like Dharmesh Shah and Neil Patel operate in their zone of genius. [01:47] Why running a successful company takes time. [02:06] The greatest difficulties of running an agency. [03:36] An outline of how to build courses and run masterminds. [05:25] How Neil founded his agency. [08:30] Why you should focus on what you enjoy doing. [10:25] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [10:25] To learn more about the Leveling Up Founders Event, visit https://live.levelingup.com/. [10:54] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more!   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:   Inbound Leveling Up Mastermind Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro   Leave Some Feedback:     What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.     Connect with Us:    Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel  Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode #2247, we talk about what is happening with marketing in this economy. The current economic instability and downturn that we are seeing on a global level is influencing many big companies to cut marketing costs, but does this mean you should too? Tune in to find out why swimming against the tide can sometimes be the best plan! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: What's Happening With Marketing in this Economy. [00:26] Current cutbacks in light of the stock market movements and inflation. [00:52] How to take this information and make the best decisions for your business. [01:14] When to stick with your marketing budget and plan despite the dips. [01:59] Bucking the trends and spending more when others are not! [02:07] That’s it for today! [02:13] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io for more resources.   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:   Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro  Warren Buffett    Leave Some Feedback:     What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.     Connect with Us:      Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel  Twitter @ericosiu     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode #2246, we hear from Ayman Abdullah on advanced hiring techniques and how the best CEOs create an unfair advantage. Ayman is the former CEO of AppSumo where he helped take the company from $3 million to about $80 million in revenue per year. He is now a CEO Coach. In this session from the Leveling Up Founders Event, he sheds light on the playbook used by some of the top companies in the world to hire the best talent. Tune in to hear these helpful tips as well as some of the mistakes you’ll want to avoid! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic:  Ayman Abdullah on Advanced Hiring Techniques.  [00:43] The playbook used by some of the best companies in the world that nobody talks about. [00:55] How to find the people willing and able to be promoted into the role you’re recruiting for. [01:29] Why if you want a specific VP, you should hire them as an advisor. [01:51] Mistakes to avoid such as hiring too fast because you’ve lowered the bar. [02:19] How to relieve the pressure on your team if you can’t find the right candidate.  [02:33] Why you shouldn’t be too passive in the hiring process. [02:49] Why you should never underpay.  [03:49] How people who interview well don’t necessarily make the best hires. [04:07] Why skills tests should be part of your hiring process. [05:04] Why hiring is your number one job as a CEO. [05:16] Find out more about the Leveling Up Founders Event at live.levelingup.com [05:47] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [05:54] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more!   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:   Ayman Abdullah   AppSumo Find out more about the Leveling Up Founders Event at live.levelingup.com Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro   Leave Some Feedback:     What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.     Connect with Us:    Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel  Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.