The Nathan Barry Show
Nathan Barry
As the CEO of Kit, Nathan Barry has a front row seat to what’s working in the most successful creator businesses.
On The Nathan Barry Show, he interviews top creators and dives into the inner workings of their businesses in his live coaching sessions.
You get unique insight into how creator businesses work and what you can do to increase results in your own business.
One of the things Nathan is passionate about is helping you create leverage.
Creator Flywheels let you create many copies of yourself so you don’t get bogged down with the little things in your business. Flywheels will help you reach a place where you can focus on revenue instead of busywork.
Tune in weekly for new episodes with ideas and tips for growing your business. You’ll hear discussions around building an audience, earning a living as a creator, and Nathan’s insights on scaling a software company to $100M.
Learn how to get more results with less effort and:
Grow faster over time.
Work less hard over time.
Make more money over time.
On The Nathan Barry Show, he interviews top creators and dives into the inner workings of their businesses in his live coaching sessions.
You get unique insight into how creator businesses work and what you can do to increase results in your own business.
One of the things Nathan is passionate about is helping you create leverage.
Creator Flywheels let you create many copies of yourself so you don’t get bogged down with the little things in your business. Flywheels will help you reach a place where you can focus on revenue instead of busywork.
Tune in weekly for new episodes with ideas and tips for growing your business. You’ll hear discussions around building an audience, earning a living as a creator, and Nathan’s insights on scaling a software company to $100M.
Learn how to get more results with less effort and:
Grow faster over time.
Work less hard over time.
Make more money over time.
Episodes
Mentioned books
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Jan 15, 2026 • 1h 4min
The Secret To Scaling a $10M+ Business Broken Into 3 Stages | 111
Chandler Bolt, founder of SelfPublishing.com and an expert in helping authors scale their publishing businesses, shares his journey to reaching $10 million. He delves into crucial shifts like creating engaging scoreboards in the office and the importance of product-market fit before scaling. Chandler emphasizes profit over vanity revenue, reveals the art of 'reverse selling' to attract top talent, and discusses the power of in-person collaboration for growth. His insights offer a roadmap for entrepreneurs aiming to elevate their business sustainably.
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Jan 8, 2026 • 1h 6min
Million Dollar Coach: How To Be A Great Leader | 110
In this engaging discussion, Dan Putt, co-founder of Reboot and leadership coach, delves into transformative leadership strategies. He introduces the inside-out coaching philosophy, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and reframing challenges like imposter syndrome into privileges. Dan offers practical journaling tips for self-discovery and shares insights on managing conflict as a sign of care. Together with Nathan, they explore how curiosity can transform fear into effective leadership and the importance of aligning personal goals with leadership identity.
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Jan 1, 2026 • 34min
34 Minutes of Top Creator Advice For 2026 | 109
Dan Martell, an investor and entrepreneur, shares the 'Buyback Loop' framework to boost capacity, while Jay Clouse focuses on building small, engaged communities with private openings and in-person events. Pat Flynn reveals his success with YouTube Shorts through daily content uploads, stressing quantity over quality. Nicole Burke emphasizes treating Instagram as a storefront, advocating for entertaining, shareable content. Jefferson Fisher outlines a reel-making process, highlighting the importance of gripping hooks in the first three seconds for viewer retention.
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Dec 18, 2025 • 1h 2min
The Only Short-Form Strategy You Need In 2026 | 108
Colin Landforce, founder of Cut30 and expert in short-form video strategy, debunks the myth of saturation in social media. He reveals that small audiences can lead to significant business success, sharing success stories of creators achieving impressive results with under 1,000 followers. Colin outlines a three-step framework for creating impactful content, emphasizing the power of compelling hooks and visual elements. He encourages entrepreneurs to embrace short-form video as a primary marketing tool, offering practical tips for consistent engagement.
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Dec 11, 2025 • 1h 19min
How Ryan Holiday Built a Million Dollar Content Empire | 107
Ryan Holiday, a bestselling author and media entrepreneur behind Daily Stoic, shares his secrets to building a content empire without ads. He discusses how to make genuine, engaging content and leverage algorithms for wider reach. Ryan reveals the power of transforming personal experiences into multi-format content and creating a content flywheel for maximum efficiency. He emphasizes the importance of nurturing curiosity in children and balancing creativity with commerce. Dive into his insights on crafting timeless, impactful narratives that resonate across platforms.
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Dec 4, 2025 • 59min
How I Built a 50M/Year Company: Frameworks & Reflections | 106
In this engaging conversation, Dan Putt, an executive coach and co-founder of Reboot, shares insights from his six-year coaching journey with Nathan Barry. They dive into the evolution of Nathan's leadership style, emphasizing the shift from consensus-driven decisions to confident clarity. Key topics include the distinction between reversible and one-way decisions, the power of embracing uncertainty, and the profound impact of connecting to one's core 'why.' Listeners will find valuable strategies for personal growth and mission-driven leadership.
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Nov 27, 2025 • 1h 10min
How To Build a Content Engine & Grow Your Business For Impact | 105
In this engaging discussion, Rob Jentsch, an education leader and consultant, shares his journey from volunteering in El Salvador to revolutionizing educational access. He reveals his commitment to designing coherent systems that enhance learning, emphasizing the need for standardization and effective curriculum. Rob discusses balancing high-impact consulting with family life, outlines strategies to scale his business, and highlights the importance of building an audience on LinkedIn. Listeners gain insights into productizing services and leveraging client experiences for content creation.
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Nov 20, 2025 • 1h 22min
How To Live a Meaningful Life Using Design Thinking | 104
Join Stanford design professors Bill Burnett and Dave Evans as they explore how design thinking can lead to a more meaningful life. They share insights from their bestselling books, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, flexibility, and prototyping life choices. Discover the concept of creating multiple life plans to break free from binary thinking and FOMO. The duo discusses the generational shift towards seeking impactful work and equips listeners with practical strategies to navigate choices and discover personal coherence.
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Nov 13, 2025 • 1h 12min
How I Went From 0 To $6M With Short-Form Content (Instagram Masterclass) | 103
Nicole Burke, founder of Gardenary, shares her journey from backyard gardening to a seven-figure business fueled by Instagram. She reveals her unique content strategy, emphasizing that 65% of posts should entertain to increase reach and shares. Nicole breaks down her funnel: entertaining, educational, and showcase posts, concluding with a subtle sales invitation. She discusses leveraging automation to capture leads and the importance of storytelling in posts. Nicole also lists six easy video types anyone can create to engage audiences and adapt trends for niche markets.
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Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 14min
How To Build a Million Dollar Business From Your Audience | 102
Eric Rhodes, a professional DJ and content creator with millions of followers, shares insights on monetizing his vast audience beyond live events. He discusses his journey from DJ to viral sensation, revealing how feedback shaped his content creation. Eric explores two monetization paths: engaging music fans more deeply or targeting aspiring DJs. They delve into strategies like email list growth, high-ticket offers, and lead magnets, while balancing his passion for music and family life. Tune in for actionable tips on building a thriving DJ education business!
