Dustin is discussing an increasingly popular topic of whether you should pay to be a guest on someone else's podcast. While many shows are starting to charge fees, he shares why he believes this is usually not a good idea. From his own experiences and insights from hundreds of clients, Dustin discusses how podcast guesting should be a win-win-win relationship between the guest, host, and audience, and how introducing fees can undermine this dynamic. I explore practical considerations and potential exceptions, but for most entrepreneurs, the answer is simple: Don’t pay to play.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - Introduction: Navigating the Ethics of Paid Podcast Appearances
• 00:00:44 - The Trend Everyone’s Talking About: Paid Guest Spots on Podcasts
• 00:01:34 - Why Paying to Be a Podcast Guest Could Backfire for Your Business
• 00:03:50 - The Triple Win Strategy: Guest, Host, and Audience Thrive Together
• 00:07:03 - Real Talk: The Hidden Pitfalls of Paying for Podcast Features
• 00:10:17 - The Fine Line: When Money Complicates the Guest-Host Relationship
• 00:13:31 - When it’s Worth It: Smart Exceptions to the No-Pay Rule
• 00:16:02 - Closing Thoughts: Debate, Dilemmas, and an Invitation to Weigh In

Links And Resources:

• Dustin on LinkedIn
• Simple Success Coaching
• Engaged Marriage
• 7 Figure Leap
• FireCreek Snacks

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Dustin breaks down one of the FAQs he receives about whether entrepreneurs should use podcast booking agencies to land guest spots or not. He explains why, for most business owners, these agencies don't offer the strategy or value needed to really grow a business. Instead, he is offering a smarter, repeatable approach that helps entrepreneurs turn podcast guesting into a business asset. Dustin walks through his 5P framework, showing how you can create a system that drives real results, without relying on expensive agencies that don’t align with your business goals.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 – Introduction: The Strategic Edge of Podcast Guesting
• 00:00:35 – FAQ: Should You Use a Podcast Booking Agency?
• 00:01:40 – When a Podcast Booking Agency Makes Sense
• 00:02:37 – The Downside of Podcast Booking Agencies
• 00:03:01 – Three Key Reasons to Avoid Outsourcing
• 00:04:50 – The 5P Framework for Podcast Success
• 00:07:25 – How to Build a Sustainable, Repeatable System
• 00:08:30 – Turning Podcast Guesting Into a Business Asset
• 00:12:51 – Using a Virtual Assistant to Scale Guesting
• 00:17:02 – Conclusion: Taking Control of Your Guesting Strategy

Links And Resources:

• Dustin on LinkedIn
• Simple Success Coaching
• Engaged Marriage
• 7 Figure Leap
• FireCreek Snacks

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Dustin breaks down how he sold out his first mastermind, bringing in over $50K, despite having any prior experience running high-ticket programs. Dustin shares the step-by-step process he followed, the challenging moments, and how he went from offering one-on-one coaching to launching a full group. You'll hear about the highs and lows of the journey, including lessons learned from a bad mastermind experience, and how faith and persistence played a key role in making it all happen. If you've ever wanted to know how to launch a successful mastermind, this episode is for you.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 – Why Curation Is Everything in Mastermind Groups
• 00:01:03 – How I Sold Out My First Mastermind
• 00:02:17 – From One-on-One Coaching to Scaling with Groups
• 00:05:06 – The Nerve-Wracking Launch of My First Group Coaching Program
• 00:07:36 – My First Mastermind Experience: The Good, the Bad, and the Lessons Learned
• 00:09:53 – Stress, Setbacks, and Overcoming the Challenges of Launching
• 00:12:40 – Big Wins, Early Sales, and Unexpected Setbacks
• 00:17:08 – Gaining Momentum: How I Filled the Group
• 00:20:07 – Pricing Strategies That Work: From $15K to $7.5K
• 00:22:00 – Navigating the Diverse Dynamics of My First Group
• 00:24:16 – Key Takeaways from My First Group's Success
• 00:25:53 – Scaling and Referrals: The Secret Sauce
• 00:28:30 – Lead Generation 101: Podcast Guesting and LinkedIn Power Plays
• 00:31:07 – Final Thoughts: Why You Should Start a Mastermind Now

Links And Resources:

• Dustin on LinkedIn
• Simple Success Coaching
• Engaged Marriage
• 7 Figure Leap
• FireCreek Snacks

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