

Youpreneur: The Profitable Personal Brand Expert Business!
Chris Ducker
Serial entrepreneur, business coach and bestselling author, Chris Ducker brings you his own take on what it means to be a profitable personal brand entrepreneur in the 21st century. Covering everything from building the foundations of a powerful personal brand, to creating and launching online products and services to marketing yourself as the go-to leader and monetize your expertise, the Youpreneur Podcast just became your new favourite business podcast!
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Feb 6, 2018 • 8min
Why You Need to Be In It for the Long Haul
Nowadays, everyone seems to be searching to discover the next big thing but so few entrepreneurs are willing to put in the real work and play the long game in making sure they build the best business possible.In this episode, I talk about the concept of business longevity, why entrepreneurs should think about being in business for the long haul instead of the next 'get rich quick' scheme and how building your business slowly and purposefully can help you learn from your mistakes.Essential Learning Points From This Episode:Chris talks about dangerous goals to strive for.The benefits of playing the long game when it comes to building your business.Much, much more!Important Links & Mentions From This Episode:Rise of the Youpreneur VIP WaitlistPersonal Branding RoadmapSign-up for the FREE Youpreneur Launchpad Training CourseJoin the Youpreneur Community and Build Your Business FAST!Thank You for Tuning In!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I’m grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom 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 podcast on iTunes, to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live!

Feb 2, 2018 • 35min
How to Build a Winning Online Video Strategy, with Ben Amos
Almost everywhere we look, online video has become a staple in content creation but it takes more than just hitting record to create proper online video content.This episode is all about how you can tell your story better through online video as creative director of Innovate Media, Ben Amos joins the show to share his top online video strategies.Stay tuned as we go into the storytelling element of our businesses, the two essential things you need to get done when planning your online video strategy and how to tell your story from a business perspective.This episode is a great one if you are looking to get started or even revisit your online video strategy so get that notepad and pen out, you're going to need them!Essential Learning Points From This Episode:Ben talks about the importance of your why when it comes to creating videos.Ben breaks down the three main areas of the storytelling journey.What are the different goals you should cover in your online videos strategy.How the 4P framework can help with your story structure.Much, much more!Important Links & Mentions From This Episode:Ben Amos' websiteBen Amos on TwitterBonus Content from BenInnovate MediaAmy SchmittauerPat FlynnGary VaynerchukSimon Sinek's Start With the Why TalkPatrick MoreauRise of the Youpreneur VIP WaitlistPersonal Branding RoadmapSign-up for the FREE Youpreneur Launchpad Training CourseJoin the Youpreneur Community and Build Your Business FAST!Thank You for Tuning In!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I’m grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom 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 podcast on iTunes, to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live!

Jan 30, 2018 • 7min
This is What Youpreneurship REALLY Means!
It can be easy to get sunk into the details of our day-to-day business routines that we forget why we jumped into the world of Youpreneurship in the first place!In this episode, I want us to zoom out a little to remember why we all became Youpreneurs in the first place and the difference between what a Youpreneur is from any other business owner. Let me know what being a Youpreneur means to you and any thoughts you might have about this episode over on Twitter - I'd love to hear from you!Essential Learning Points From This Episode:What is the one thing all Youpreneurs have in common.How to keep your motivation high when running your business.Much, much more!Important Links & Mentions From This Episode:Rise of the Youpreneur VIP WaitlistPersonal Branding RoadmapSign-up for the FREE Youpreneur Launchpad Training CourseJoin the Youpreneur Community and Build Your Business FAST!Thank You for Tuning In!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I’m grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom 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 podcast on iTunes, to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live!

Jan 26, 2018 • 37min
How To Get Out Of Your Own Way, with Clare Josa
Often one of the biggest obstacles I see entrepreneurs having to deal with is themselves. So many of us fall into the trap of dreaming big but playing small without even realizing it.In this episode, author Clare Josa joins the show to share different ways to help you find the clarity you need to work your way through the mental roadblocks that can stop a business owner from personally growing.Clare and I also have a great discussion about imposter syndrome and how to push through it, the power of visualization and how it can help move the needle in your business and with your self.I hope you enjoy this chat with Clare, this conversation brings to light a lot of useful tips and insights that can hopefully bring focus and the push you need to get out of your own way.Essential Learning Points From This Episode:Clare talks about the five main entrepreneurial fears and how you can get rid of them.Why so many entrepreneurs tend to procrastinate.What Clare means by "mind story" fears.What is one of the biggest drivers of imposter syndrome.Much, much more!Important Links & Mentions From This Episode:Clare Josa's websiteClare Josa on TwitterDare to Dream BiggerYou Take Yourself With YouMailChimpYoupreneurFM Episode with Darren HardySheryl SandbergCarrie GreenPersonal Branding RoadmapSign-up for the FREE Youpreneur Launchpad Training CourseJoin the Youpreneur Community and Build Your Business FAST!Thank You for Tuning In!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I’m grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom 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 podcast on iTunes, to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live!

Jan 22, 2018 • 7min
The Relationship Between Self Awareness & Productivity
This episode is all about getting things done at the right time. One of the best parts of being your own boss is taking note of the relationship between self-awareness and productivity, and making it work for you. So it's important to find that sweet spot of when you are at your most and least productive and building your schedule around that.Now it's important to recognize that what might work for others might not work for you. So while there might be a little trial and error involved, this is where you can take advantage of being your own boss to set your own rules and watch your business flourish!Essential Learning Points From This Episode:Why you need to identify your most and least productive times.Chris shares why he chose Tuesday for his Two Minute segment.Much, much more!Important Links & Mentions From This Episode:Personal Branding RoadmapSign-up for the FREE Youpreneur Launchpad Training CourseJoin the Youpreneur Community and Build Your Business FAST!Thank You for Tuning In!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I’m grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom 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 podcast on iTunes, to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live!

Jan 18, 2018 • 40min
From ProBlogger, to Finally ProPodcaster, with Darren Rowse
Two hundred episodes into his own podcast, ProBlogger Darren Rowse joins the show again to talk about his experiences with hosting his own show and how he's leveled up to ProPodcaster.We also talk about how he has been converting his podcast listeners into blog readers (and vice versa) and what we both have planned for our respective podcasts in the future.Tune in as we also get into a great mastermind session on how to keep your podcast content fresh by mixing things up, how we handle batch recordings and how we put our podcasts on auto-pilot when it comes to taking some much-needed downtime.It was fantastic having Darren over again and I thoroughly enjoyed talking about the ins-and-outs of podcasting with him, so if you happen to have a podcast of your own or are thinking of starting one, this is the episode for you. Enjoy!Essential Learning Points From This Episode:Chris and Darren share how they both view podcasting and how it affects their audiences.Why Chris decided to start his new podcast segment 'Two Minute Tuesdays'.What was Darren's biggest stumbling block when it came to establishing his podcast.Darren shares why he created his podcast episodes now and how the podcast impacts on him.Much, much more!Important Links & Mentions From This Episode:Darren Rowse's websiteDarren Rowse on TwitterYoupreneurFM Episode with Darren RowseJohn Lee DumasThis American LifeJames SchramkoGary VaynerchukPersonal Branding RoadmapSign-up for the FREE Youpreneur Launchpad Training CourseJoin the Youpreneur Community and Build Your Business FAST!Thank You for Tuning In!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I’m grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom 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 podcast on iTunes, to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live!

Jan 16, 2018 • 7min
Your Brand is Your Reputation. Start Taking it Seriously!
I've made it my mission in recent years to really spread the word about personal branding, but your brand needs one more thing to make sure that it stands steady. In this episode, I talk about why we need to focus on building our reputation and our brand in unison. Stay tuned as I talk about how your personal brand isn't what you think it is, really listening to your audience and so much more. For more personal branding shop talk, let me hear your thoughts on Twitter. I'd love to hear how you connect with your audience to see what they say about your brand!Essential Learning Points From This Episode:When does your brand actually happen.How to find out what people are saying about you.Much, much more!Important Links & Mentions From This Episode:Personal Branding RoadmapSign-up for the FREE Youpreneur Launchpad Training CourseJoin the Youpreneur Community and Build Your Business FAST!Thank You for Tuning In!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I’m grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom 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 podcast on iTunes, to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live!

Jan 12, 2018 • 38min
Continuing the Build Out of Her Own Body of Work, with Pamela Slim
Navigating the world of online business has a lot of unexpected twists and turns, opportunities where you grow and where you learn. My guest today makes it her mission to get to the bottom of what keeps small businesses from becoming even more successful.In this episode, author Pamela Slim joins the show as we talk about a project that is near and dear to Pamela’s heart, where she has built a learning/experimenting environment for small business owners to help them see what works in their businesses.We also get into a discussion about systemic sector problems, her survey process, how she has learned more about her audience and the big surprises she has found from it.This episode with Pamela is such a great example that shows the small business owner journey is one of constant learning and discovery. You’ll definitely need a notepad and pen for this one so get ready and tune in!Essential Learning Points From This Episode:What Pamela means by her learning laboratory.Pamela talks about the different mindsets she runs into when it comes to small business owners.What Pamela plans for her next upcoming book.Chris and Pamela talk about sometimes doing things for the wrong reasons.Much, much more!Important Links & Mentions From This Episode:Pamela Slim's WebsitePamela Slim on TwitterBody of WorkEscape from Cubicle NationSusan BaierPersonal Branding RoadmapSign-up for the FREE Youpreneur Launchpad Training CourseJoin the Youpreneur Community and Build Your Business FAST!Thank You for Tuning In!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I'm grateful for that. If you enjoyed today's show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom 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 podcast on iTunes, to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live!

Jan 9, 2018 • 6min
Take Care of Yourself, to Take Care of Business!
In this first episode of my Two Minute Tuesdays segment, it's all about taking care of yourself so that you have the right mindset to take care of your business. So many entrepreneurs end up running themselves ragged from their day-to-day work routines and only seem to hit the brakes when they reach burnout.Your audience will always look to you so it's important to set the right example of knowing when to work hard and when to take a step back and breathe. I hope this session helps, and let me know what your favorite ways are to take a break over on Twitter!Essential Learning Points From This Episode:Why taking care of yourself isn't a luxury and why it's mandatory.How self-care can take different forms for different people.Much, much more!Important Links & Mentions From This Episode:Personal Branding RoadmapSign-up for the FREE Youpreneur Launchpad Training CourseJoin the Youpreneur Community and Build Your Business FAST!Thank You for Tuning In!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I’m grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom 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 podcast on iTunes, to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live!

Jan 5, 2018 • 39min
Reshaping, Rebuilding and Rebranding Your Business, with Mike Vardy
Our businesses thrive on change, whether it's tweaking your pricing or marketing strategy or a full-blown revamp. It's always important to keep things fresh and see what works better for your business.Speaking of changes, in this episode I have Mike Vardy join us again to talk about some monumental changes in his business and shares his master plan on how he is planning to rebrand from being known as the "Productivityist".We also get into the topic of free webinars versus paid webinars, what Mike means by 'time crafting' and launching my new book, 'Rise of the Youpreneur' in the new year.This is a really exciting time for Mike, and I can't wait to see how he handles his rebrand in the next coming months. For all you listeners out there who are thinking of rebranding your own business, this episode is a must-listen, so grab that notepad and pen and enjoy!Essential Learning Points From This Episode:Why Mike is planning to leave his "Productivityist" brand.Who pushed Chris into the idea of 'Rise of the Youpreneur'.Why Mike is taking his time with this rebranding operation.What Mike means by the "any time alignment" webinar.Much, much more!Important Links & Mentions From This Episode:Mike Vardy's websiteMike Vardy on TwitterThe Productivityist's Rebrand JourneyAsanaDan MillerRyan HolidayJeff GoinsChris BroganPersonal Branding RoadmapSign-up for the FREE Youpreneur Launchpad Training CourseJoin the Youpreneur Community and Build Your Business FAST!Thank You for Tuning In!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I’m grateful for that. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom 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 podcast on iTunes, to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live!