SPI 206: How SPI Reader Robert Duff Is Building Passive Income with Books on Amazon

#760 Hot take—the algorithms are breaking our brains! You see, before we each had personalized feeds on every platform, people were more or less tuning in for the same cultural events. The series finale of M*A*S*H had over one hundred million viewers, and seventy-six million people watched the Seinfeld finale. That's crazy! Is losing this connection with one another contributing to the loneliness epidemic in some way? I brought this up in my Unstuck newsletter because it's an important topic. If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe to get my quick weekly updates! So, what can we do as leaders and creators to bring our people together? As you know, this is the focus at SPI with the online communities we're running. But I want to help you do something similar for your audience. Listen in on today's session for ideas on how and where to start! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session750.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

12 Jan 202412min

#749 Building an ecommerce business has always felt separate from what we teach our audience at SPI. But now, big players like Amazon are starting to favor traffic coming from creators like us! That's right! Finding success with physical products is no longer about shady marketing tactics and gaming algorithms. You now have a massive leg up if you're using the tried-and-true growth strategies of building a following and email list and engaging a community of superfans! My guest today is the incredible Ryan Moran of Capitalism.com. He delivers a masterclass on creating a million-dollar business with ecommerce and physical products by leveraging the skills you already have and only one hundred followers! Ryan shares his playbook and details every step, from figuring out your first product to using his traffic triangle to generate sales. Listen in, and go to Capitalism.com/pat to learn how entrepreneurs like you are expanding into e-commerce! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session749.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

10 Jan 202448min

#748 I want to start the new year with a truth bomb—your past is not your future! It's too easy to dwell on what went wrong or the paths you didn't take, but all that does is make change feel impossible. So, how do you make 2024 the year you write your success story? For me, growth has always happened just outside my comfort zone. As an entrepreneur, if you're not feeling any discomfort, it might be a sign that you're not challenging yourself hard enough. But now is the time for the 10x actions and bold moves you've been thinking about! 2024 is also your year to focus and choose how you invest your attention. From AI advancements to the elections here in the US, there's no shortage of distractions to knock us off our path. So, join me today for a goal-setting exercise to help you envision your progress over the next twelve months! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session748.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

5 Jan 202410min

#747 I say it all the time—the riches are in the niches! Today's guest, Victoria Moll of Contempo Coding, is the perfect example of someone taking this to the ultimate level. So listen in to hear how she became the leader in her tiny industry and built a six-figure business around it! Victoria has amassed over 100K highly targeted subscribers on her medical coding education YouTube channel. That's bananas! She credits bringing personality and entertainment to what is often a dry, technical space as the key to her success. I'm not surprised—this is something that's vital for anyone trying to stand out online! In today's episode, we get an inside look at everything from how she found her content creation voice to transitioning YouTube viewers into paying customers. We also dive into Victoria's innovative formula for managing squirrel syndrome. If you need help figuring out which ideas are worth your time, tune in! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session747.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3 Jan 202441min

#746 From business to family and everything in between, we have a lot on our plates as entrepreneurs. It's no surprise that self-care is often not even on our radar. But what can we do to improve our health and vitality when time is limited? Listen in on this episode to find out! Amalia May Valle is a certified health coach, yoga instructor, mom, actor, and part-time flight attendant. With this much going on, she's an expert at identifying the quick wellness practices that actually work. Tune in because she's guest hosting this Teaching Friday session to share her most effective tips for nutrition, exercise, and stress management! Amalia covers everything from easy recipes to shifting your mindset around exercise and getting results even if you only have ten minutes a day! Don't miss this incredible episode and get Amalia's free resources at YogaByAmalia.com/freeguide! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session746.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

29 Des 202339min

#745 We have productivity all wrong! Discipline and grit are vital, sure. But here's the thing—no one procrastinates on watching Netflix. It's no secret that we're more likely to do the things that feel good. So, how do we apply this concept to growing a business? How do we make our work feel great? My special guest, Ali Abdaal, is the world's most-followed productivity expert. In episode 503, we heard all about his journey from med school to content creation and passive income mastery. Ali's still growing, having amassed five million YouTube subscribers, and is here to share everything about his book, Feel Good Productivity. This episode will shift your mindset around dull tasks that drain your willpower. Armed with Ali's tools, you'll have fun at work while performing at the ultimate level. Not only that, Ali and I also discuss his process for creating viral YouTube videos that reach and impact millions! Enjoy! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session745.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

27 Des 202345min

#743 Which parts of your work are actually moving you toward your goals? Most entrepreneurs are stepping over dollars to pick up dimes because they haven't figured this out. So, how do you get clarity around your vision to unlock more time, profits, and productivity? Listen in to find out. My guest, Dan Martell, has built several multi-million dollar companies. He is also an investor with an insane track record and the author of Buy Back Your Time. Dan will inspire you to step up, map out your direct path to success, and take action! So, what are the three areas you need to develop to build your dream life? What are the misconceptions about growing a business that hold you back? How do you generate more profits and buy back your time? Dan and I cover it all. This session has strategies for everything from leveling up your mindset to hiring and time management. So don't miss out! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session743.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

20 Des 202342min

#742 Have you ever considered writing a book? Chances are, if you can think of an idea for one, you can also come up with excuses to trick yourself into not doing it. But what if there was an easy way to knock out a quick manuscript? Excellent news—our incredible Teaching Friday series is back! We love inviting members of our SPI Pro community to share their knowledge and provide actionable tips to supercharge your business. Tune in because the guest hosts we have lined up for this batch of episodes will blow your socks off. Azul Terronez, author of The Art of Apprenticeship and co-founder of Authors Who Lead, is no exception! The exercises and strategies Azul shares will help you unlock your inspiration, bust through writer's block, and finish writing a book even if you only have thirty minutes per day. Enjoy! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session742.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

15 Des 202329min