Dustin breaks down a simple but effective strategy for creating podcast pitches that get results. He walks through a three-part email template designed to help you land guest spots on top podcasts. Dustin shares insights on how to open with a strong relational anchor, craft compelling bullet points that point out the value you can bring, and finish with a clear call to action. By following these steps, you can drastically increase your chances of getting a "yes" from podcast hosts. Whether you’re new to podcast pitching or looking to improve your approach, Dustin offers a practical guide you can use right away.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - Introduction: The Power of a Personal Touch
• 00:00:52 - Crafting High-Acceptance Podcast Pitches
• 00:01:28 - Cutting Through the Noise with Precision
• 00:01:45 - Breaking Down the Perfect Podcast Pitch Template
• 00:02:41 - A Step-by-Step Guide to Email Success
• 00:04:34 - How to Write Compelling Bullet Points
• 00:08:28 - Why a Clear Call to Action Matters
• 00:10:29 - Expanding Your Pitch Across Platforms
• 00:13:06 - Wrapping Up: Resources and Next Steps

Links And Resources:

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

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Liz Wilcox shares how she built a successful $500K business through low-ticket memberships, starting with a $9-a-month offer that helps people write better emails. Liz talks about her journey from an RV travel blogger to becoming an email marketing expert, and why she focuses on beginners who don't have a lot of money to spend. She explains how podcast guesting played a huge role in growing her business and how her low-ticket model allows her to serve more people while keeping things simple. Tune in to hear Liz's approach to email marketing and why she believes you don’t need high-ticket offers to succeed.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - How to Get Started with Email Marketing
• 00:00:51 - Meet Liz Wilcox: The Email Marketing Queen
• 00:03:03 - From Travel Blogger to Email Marketing Expert
• 00:04:34 - The $9 Membership Model: Why Low-Ticket Works
• 00:07:15 - Building a Business Around Beginners
• 00:12:22 - The Secret Weapon: Podcast Guesting
• 00:17:45 - Launching and Scaling a Low-Ticket Membership
• 00:25:54 - Liz Wilcox Today: Success, Goals, and Future Visions
• 00:32:27 - Final Thoughts: Why Podcast Guesting and Email Marketing Are a Powerful Duo

Links And Resources:

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

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Tim Francis, founder of Great Assistant, shares his journey from hitting rock bottom to building a successful business through smart delegation and high-level access. He gives strategies for hiring and working with assistants, while also pointing out the real keys to scaling—focusing less on saving time and more on maximizing your impact by doing what only you can do. Tim also goes into how imposter syndrome, networking, and risk management play a role in long-term success, making this an insightful conversation for entrepreneurs looking to take their business to the next level.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - Navigating Life’s Waters: The Journey Begins
• 00:00:49 - Kindred Spirits: Meet Tim Francis
• 00:01:45 - Quick Wins: 3 Game-Changing Strategies for Hiring Assistants
• 00:04:10 - Tim’s Wake-Up Call: Rock Bottom and the Rise
• 00:06:59 - Pivot or Persevere: The Moment of Truth in Entrepreneurship
• 00:12:30 - The Breakthrough: Optimizing for Exponential Success
• 00:21:42 - The Surgeon’s Secret: High-Level Access and Scaling
• 00:23:41 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Thriving Among Experts
• 00:24:13 - Nailing Your Niche: Finding Value in What You Do
• 00:26:46 - Network Power: How High-Level Connections Accelerate Growth
• 00:27:07 - Event Hosting 101: Building Impactful Relationships
• 00:30:15 - A CEO’s Lifesaver: The True Value of a Great Assistant
• 00:32:16 - Playing It Smart: Risk Management in Entrepreneurship
• 00:38:23 - The Road to a Great Assistant: From Struggles to Success
• 00:43:59 - Start Strong: How to Get Your Own Great Assistant

Links and Resources

• Tim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realtimfrancis/
• Great Assistant: https://greatassistant.com/
• Profit Factory:
• Dustin on LinkedIn
• Simple Success Coaching
• Engaged Marriage
• 7 Figure Leap
• FireCreek Snacks

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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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In this episode, Joe Apfelbaum shares his journey from building websites to mastering LinkedIn and AI to create multiple successful businesses. He explains how leveraging LinkedIn's vast data and incorporating AI can significantly boost your business growth. Joe also talks about the importance of moving from project-based work to scalable recurring revenue models and how AI can eliminate the headaches of managing large teams. Joe is giving us all a look at the future of business networking and the strategies you can use to stay ahead in a rapidly changing landscape.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 | Why LinkedIn Beats Your Website Every Time
• 00:01:00 | Kicking Off with Joe Apfelbaum: The Networking Wizard
• 00:02:00 | From HTML Hacking to AI Mastery: Joe’s Journey
• 00:03:50 | LinkedIn as a Networking Powerhouse
• 00:05:19 | Building Ajax Union: From Projects to Recurring Revenue
• 00:07:12 | Evyrgeen AI: The Future of Scalable Business
• 00:12:24 | LinkedIn Gold: Why Entrepreneurs Shouldn’t Ignore It
• 00:16:30 | Microsoft's $26 Billion Bet on LinkedIn: What It Means for You
• 00:21:52 | Unlocking LinkedIn’s Data for Explosive Growth
• 00:22:18 | Crafting Hyper-Personalized Outreach with AI
• 00:23:56 | AI and Personalization: The New Age of Marketing
• 00:27:06 | Authentic Relationship Building in the Digital Age
• 00:30:08 | Meet Evy AI: Your Ultimate LinkedIn Sidekick
• 00:33:04 | Actionable LinkedIn Tips You Can Use Today
• 00:37:24 | Fix Your LinkedIn Profile: Common Mistakes to Avoid
• 00:40:12 | Your Next Move: Taking Action with Evy AI

Links And Resources:

• Joe on LinkedIn
• Joe Apfelbaum
• Evyrgreen Networking
• The Breakthrough Maze Podcast
• Ajax Union
• More Resources
• Dustin on LinkedIn
• Simple Success Coaching
• Engaged Marriage
• 7 Figure Leap
• FireCreek Snacks

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In this episode, Mickey Anderson shares her journey from an entrepreneurial hustler to a corporate leader, revealing the often-overlooked benefits of intrapreneurship. She discusses the challenges of balancing personal ambitions with the security of a stable job and offers a fresh perspective on the power of building authentic connections through content. With a focus on impactful strategies for LinkedIn, Mickey breaks down how to create meaningful engagement that drives real results, challenging conventional wisdom on personal branding and marketing. This episode is a must-listen for anyone rethinking their approach to career growth and online influence!

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - Crafting Genuine Connections: The Power of Personal Branding
• 00:01:04 - Meet Mickey Anderson: From Podcast Host to Brand Strategist
• 00:01:52 - From Hustles to Heights: Mickey's Dynamic Career Journey
• 00:03:11 - The Intrapreneur's Edge: Building Success Within an Organization
• 00:04:35 - Navigating Marketing: Mickey’s Career Evolution
• 00:06:16 - Concertina Chronicles: Mickey's Leap into Strategic Marketing
• 00:09:27 - Entrepreneurship vs. Stability: Striking the Perfect Balance
• 00:12:15 - Scaling Businesses for a Successful Exit
• 00:17:41 - Strategies that Matter: Building an Impact-Driven Business
• 00:21:05 - LinkedIn Mastery: Elevate Your Personal Brand Today
• 00:24:15 - The Three Pillars: Crafting a Robust Content Strategy
• 00:25:14 - Supercharge Your Leads: Amplifying Your Marketing System
• 00:26:24 - Relationship Building Through Content: The Long Game
• 00:28:48 - The Secret Sauce: Effective DM Strategies for Success
• 00:33:26 - From Conversations to Conversions: Scaling Through Calls
• 00:36:10 - Handing Off Leads: The Right Way
• 00:42:52 - Final Thoughts & Next Steps: How to Connect with Mickey Anderson

Links And Resources:

• Mickey on LinkedIn
• Beusail Academy
• Schedule a meeting with Mickey
• Dustin on LinkedIn
• Simple Success Coaching
• Engaged Marriage
• 7 Figure Leap
• FireCreek Snacks

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