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May 28, 2023 • 37min

From Doctor to Multi 7-Figure Digital Creator with Ali Abdaal

IMPORTANT NOTE: WE’RE BACK! On July 14th 2023, we’re coming back to London for the first time since November 2019! The 1-Day Business Breakthrough is a full day, live event experience that brings together entrepreneurs from all industries and at all levels of growth to learn the strategies needed to go further, faster in today’s hyper competitive entrepreneurial landscape! Limited spaces available, secure yours today and save £150 with the early bird discount. P.S. We also have the amazing Daniel Priestley, founder of Dent Global and ScoreApp joining us as our special guest speaker, it’s going to be great! In this episode, Chris invites Ali Abdaal onto the show to discuss his journey of going from an NHS doctor to now a Multi 7-Figure digital creator, also known as the world’s most followed productivity expert! Ali shares why he believes it’s important to remain transparent in today’s creative space, as well as his top tips for getting the most out of the YouTube algorithm. They discuss how Ali’s day-to-day life has changed from when he was a doctor, what he does now to optimize his work day as much as possible and also his dream team behind it all! Episode Timestamps[04:14] - Rewinding to the beginning: Life as a doctor[05:06] - When Ali first started his YouTube channel [06:10] - Generating 20years+ worth of income as a doctor in one year[08:16] - When will it become too much?[09:26] - Ali’s YouTube growth stages and why consistency is key [12:10] - Are collaborations still as effective as they used to be on YouTube?[15:19] - What a day in the life looked like for Ali in 2019[17:13] - What a day in the life looks like today[19:21] - How Ali’s calendar would change if he won the lottery today[22:25] - Deciding what you want your legacy and impact to be[24:28] - Surrounding yourself with other people you can help and serve[26:33] - Full break down of Ali’s team and their roles[30:30] - What the next 5-years look like for Ali and his businessEssential Learning Points From This EpisodeThe process it’s taken Ali to get to 4.3 million YouTube subscribersThe eye opening moment of generating 20+ years worth of income as a doctor in just one yearHow Ali’s day-to-day life has significantly changed since 2019The dream team behind Ali’s business and their rolesWhat the next 5-years look like for Ali and the businessImportant Links & Mentions From This Episode Connect with AliCheck Out Ali’s YouTube ChannelJoin the Youpreneur Incubator WaitlistApply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table MastermindTake the Next Step Business AssessmentSubscribe to Chris’ YouTube ChannelBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveThank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.
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May 22, 2023 • 20min

How to Collaborate with Industry Peers Successfully

Henry Ford once said, “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success." In this episode, Chris discusses the importance of collaborations with industry peers, and how to do it successfully! He talks about his brand new podcast, This is Online Business, in which he co-hosted with his friend of 10+ years, Jeff Walker. Chris emphasizes the benefits that collaborations can bring, why it’s a great learning tool for us entrepreneurs and his top five reasons for why it’s essential for positioning yourself as an expert in your niche. Episode Timestamps[01:53] - The pandemic forced us to stay more connected[03:05] - Where the idea of This is Online Business came from[04:39] - Good people attract good people[07:12] - Cross promotion and the benefits it can bring[08:37] - The importance of co-creating content[10:33] - How to kickstart the collaboration conversation[13:23] - Combining resources and [15:19] - Where Chris and Jeff’s friendship beganEssential Learning Points From This EpisodeWhat you shouldn’t be worried about when it comes to collaborating with someone elseThe huge benefits collaboration can have on your businessThe importance of surrounding yourself with smart peopleWhy you should be building meaningful relationships Important Links & Mentions From This Episode Listen to This is Online Business on AppleListen to This is Online Business on SpotifyTake the Next Step Business AssessmentGet a Signed & Limited Edition of Rise of the YoupreneurJoin the Youpreneur Incubator WaitlistApply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table MastermindSubscribe to Chris’ YouTube ChannelBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveThank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.
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May 1, 2023 • 39min

How to Be a Family First Entrepreneur with Steve Chou

When it comes to balancing work and family life, it can sometimes be difficult to effectively do both. In this episode, Chris invites Steve Chou onto the show to discuss his new book, the Family First Entrepreneur.They talk about how to achieve financial freedom without sacrificing what matters most, why Steve felt the need to write the book for entrepreneurs who have families, as well as the systems and processes he follows to ensure that he’s not only achieving his business goals, but also being present for his family as and when they need him. If this is something you’re currently struggling with and have been wanting to improve, this episode is perfect for you! Episode Timestamps[07:52] - Why Steve felt the need to write this book for entrepreneurs who have families[09:20] - The Four Burners Theory and how we can leverage it as entrepreneurs[16:15] - The processes and systems Steve follows  to stay focused and on track with his goals, whilst still being there for his family[22:09] - Steve’s ecosystem and the different revenue streams he has in place[25:59] - Embracing change and why it’s important that we adapt with the times[28:54] - Lifecycle marketing, automation and taking customers on a journeyEssential Learning Points From This EpisodeWhy Steve wanted to write this book to share his perspective on how to balance family and businessHow entrepreneurs can still be present with their family, whilst achieving financial freedomThe Four Burners Theory and how we can utilize it as entrepreneursBreakdown of Steve’s ecosystem and the different revenue streams he has in placeImportant Links & Mentions From This Episode Pick Up a Copy of The Family First EntrepreneurTake the Next Step Business AssessmentGet a Signed & Limited Edition of Rise of the YoupreneurJoin the Youpreneur Incubator WaitlistApply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table MastermindSubscribe to Chris’ YouTube ChannelBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveThank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.
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Apr 24, 2023 • 25min

Amazon KDP Terminated My Account and Deleted My Book. Here's What I Did!

As a self published author, not having your book available to buy on Amazon is a big problem. After five years since Rise of the Youpreneur was first shared with the world, Chris received an email from Amazon KDP informing him that they would be terminating his account... for no reason at all. After digging around online, trying to make sense of the situation, Chris soon realized that this has happened to a lot of self published authors. In this episode, Chris walks through the timeline from first being notified to the current status of his appeal, what he’s done to stay proactive, and why he’s thankful to have built his business on his online home that he owns, and not rented land.Episode Timestamps[01:56] - What is Amazon KDP?[03:05] - Backstory to launching Rise of the Youpreneur[12:25] - Being proactive and persistent[16:41] - Not building your business on rented land[18:04] - When life gives you lemons… you make lemonade! Essential Learning Points From This EpisodeThe reasoning behind self publishing Rise of the YoupreneurWhy Amazon KDP can be great for self published authors most of the timeThe importance of not building your business on rented landMaking the most out of the situation and how we’re continuing to serve our community!Important Links & Mentions From This Episode Get a Signed & Limited Edition of Rise of the Youpreneur!Join the Youpreneur Incubator WaitlistApply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table MastermindTake the Next Step Business AssessmentSubscribe to Chris’ YouTube ChannelBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveThank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.
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Apr 17, 2023 • 45min

Publishing a Book: An Honest and Real Conversation with Mark Leruste

In this episode, Chris invites Mark Leruste onto the show for the first time to discuss his book, Glow in the Dark! They discuss the challenges of launching a book, including marketing and promotion, and the requirements needed to make it on the Sunday Times bestseller list in the UK. They also touch on the biggest hurdle Mark experienced on launch day, how he turned it around to play in his favor, as well as the pros and cons of traditional publishing vs. self publishing… plus a whole lot more! If you’re thinking about writing your first (or next!) book, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Episode Timestamps[07:16] - Publishing traditionally, launching in December and what it takes to become a bestseller[16:27] - The biggest hurdle Mark experienced on the launch day and how he turned it around into a strong marketing campaign[21:05] - Mark’s take on the publishing industry as a whole after going through it[30:13] - The original idea for Mark’s book and how it pivoted over time [33:37] - Who Glow in the Dark is for and what it truly focuses onEssential Learning Points From This EpisodeThe pros and cons of traditional publishing vs. self publishingHow Mark took a situation out of his control and played in his favor during launch weekMark’s take on the publishing industry and his advice for people wanting to publish a book traditionallyWhy entrepreneurs need to share their stories more often to transform their businessImportant Links & Mentions From This Episode Pick Up a Copy of Glow in the DarkJoin the Youpreneur Incubator WaitlistApply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table MastermindTake the Next Step Business AssessmentSubscribe to Chris’ YouTube ChannelBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveThank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.
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Apr 10, 2023 • 36min

The Future of AI-Driven Marketing with Daniel Priestley

As business owners, we always want to be tweaking and trying out new things - even more so when they make our ‘work’ a little easier! In this episode, Chris invites Daniel Priestley onto the show to discuss scorecard marketing and the future of AI-driven marketing. They talk about Daniel’s new company, ScoreApp and how it can be used for lead generation and customer segmentation (something we’re currently using ourselves here at Youpreneur!). They also discuss the challenges entrepreneurs have faced when it comes to generating new leads post-pandemic and how we can stay ahead of the curve during times of disruption and change.Episode Timestamps[05:07] - Using Scorecard marketing for lead generation and customer segmentation[20:23] - Challenges entrepreneurs have faced post-pandemic when it comes to generating new leads into our ecosystem[24:22] - The importance of being proactive rather than reactive[29:58] - Using AI to serve up the right content to your audience based on where they are in their journeyEssential Learning Points From This EpisodeScorecard marketing and how you can utilize it in your businessChallenges in marketing and lead generation post-pandemicWhy entrepreneurs should always be proactive and not reactive in times of changeThe future of marketing and the role AI will playImportant Links & Mentions From This Episode Get 30-Days Free Trial on ScoreAppJoin the Youpreneur Incubator WaitlistApply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table MastermindTake the Next Step Business AssessmentSubscribe to Chris’ YouTube ChannelBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveThank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.
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Apr 3, 2023 • 32min

The Importance of Community and Belonging to the Brand with Mark Schaefer

Chris invites Mark Schaefer back onto the show to discuss his latest book, Belonging to the Brand, which is all about building a community and how it’s potentially the last great marketing strategy of our time!They both discuss the importance of accessibility and creating sparks of opportunity for others. They touch on the pandemic and how big brands reacted in the wrong way, as opposed to smaller companies who stuck to their brand, and realized their community was also struggling, which resulted in positive reactions from their audience. Mark also emphasizes why community is more important than we may think it is and how it can be used as a powerful brand marketing opportunity. Episode Timestamps[03:54] - Why Mark will always keep his doors open for one-to-one meetings[10:41] - How we can be heard in today’s busy world and how we can stand out as entrepreneurs[14:00] - One of the main reasons Mark decided to write this book[15:15:] - How community can be the ultimate marketing strategy without relying on traditional advertising or promotions[24:09] - The biggest advantage from a marketing standpoint when it comes to building a community Essential Learning Points From This EpisodeThe power of building a community and why we should all be focusing more on itWe’ve never been more connected, yet disconnected in today’s worldWhat entrepreneurs can do to stand out and be heardHow community can be the ultimate marketing strategy without relying on paid advertisingImportant Links & Mentions From This Episode Pick Up a Copy of Belonging to the BrandJoin the Youpreneur Incubator WaitlistApply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table MastermindTake the Next Step Business AssessmentSubscribe to Chris’ YouTube ChannelBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveThank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.
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Mar 28, 2023 • 24min

5 Ways to Make More Money By Doing Less Work

Learn strategies to make more money by doing less work as an entrepreneur, including raising prices, utilizing digital products like ebooks and online courses, and creating a membership site. Explore methods for scaling coaching and mastermind programs, as well as launching a new group coaching program. Discover the importance of a clear offer, sales surge patterns, and post-launch follow-up for maximizing sales.
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Mar 20, 2023 • 34min

The Power of Consistency in Email Marketing with Jason Resnick

In this episode, Jason Resnick joins Chris to discuss all things email marketing when it comes to building a profitable business around your expertise. They deep dive into the importance of consistency and why a lot of entrepreneurs struggle with it, as well as Jason’s top tips for testing your list and finding out what works well. Jason also emphasizes why it’s vital to offer both free and paid content to your subscribers, and the need for improvement in your email marketing strategy, regardless of how big your email list is or how long you’ve been in the game for! Episode Timestamps[05:24] - Why entrepreneurs struggle with their email marketing [07:13] - The results Jason saw when he became more consistent[13:10] -  The power of repurposing existing content [15:45] - Jason’s top tips for curating new ideas[20:18] - How to improve the health of your email listEssential Learning Points From This EpisodeWhy we struggle with email marketing is a mindset thing, not a capability thingWhen you consistently show up, that’s your competitive advantageIt’s not about how big your list is, it’s about how engaged those people areNot being worried about being too ‘salesy’, you’re solving a problem for your audienceImportant Links & Mentions From This Episode Check Out Nurture KitApply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table MastermindTake the Next Step Business AssessmentSubscribe to Chris’ YouTube ChannelBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveThank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.
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Mar 13, 2023 • 39min

The Science Behind Entrepreneurial Mindset with Michael Hyatt

In this episode, Chris invites Michael Hyatt back onto the show to discuss his latest book, Mind Your Mindset which he co-authored with his daughter and CEO of Full Focus, Megan Hyatt Miller. They discuss how we can zoom in on challenging ourselves and how to control the narrative that we have as business owners when it comes to problems we face. As well as the opportunities that are presented to us and how to best utilize certain situations that we put ourselves in. Episode Timestamps[04:12] - Where the idea came from for Mind Your Mindset  [11:04] - The science behind how we think and our memories[22:19] - Imposter Syndrome and how it plays into our mindset[26:37] - The relationship between our language and our thinking[31:38] - Michael’s open heart surgery and how he managed his mindset during the recovery stageEssential Learning Points From This EpisodeHow Michael’s coach made him realize his leadership was the issue and the changes he madeUp to 20% of our memories are likely made up, and up to 70% are distorted in some significant wayHow we can overcome Imposter Syndrome as entrepreneurs The reciprocal relationship between our language and our thinkingImportant Links & Mentions From This Episode Pick Up a Copy of Mind Your MindsetApply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table MastermindTake the Next Step Business AssessmentSubscribe to Chris’ YouTube ChannelBrowse the Youpreneur FM Podcast ArchiveThank you for tuning in!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose ours, and we’re grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see on the player at the top of this page.Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they’re extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally!Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.

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