SPI 861: How to Make People See You as the Authority (Even If You’re Not Famous Yet)

#248: Today's guest is John Ruhlin, professional gift-giver who has built a career teaching others how to give better gifts. Learn how intentional gift-giving can transform your business relationships and reputation as an entrepreneur. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session248 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

11 Jan 201736min

#247: Joining me today are Eric and James of The Walker Stalkers, two guys who've built a massive, fan-driven business around their love of the hit AMC show, The Walking Dead. Hear how Eric and James established rapport with sought-after guests, how they built buzz around the brand by serving their biggest fans, and how The Walker Stalkers planned a fan convention with a limited budget and no experience. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session247 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4 Jan 201744min

#246: The Smart Passive Income Podcast has captured some fantastic conversations this year, so before the new year arrives, I want to revisit a few of the best ones. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session246 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

28 Dec 201652min

#245: Entrepreneur Sol Orwell joins me today to share his totally unique approach to business, and how he transforms obstacles into business opportunities. This episode is a must-listen for learning about strategy for niche sites. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session245 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

21 Dec 201637min

#244: ConvertKit Founder and CEO Nathan Barry shares his journey in bootstrapping a business and growing a software company from the ground up. Learn about how Nathan and his team work to grow ConvertKit, how rejection and criticism have been helpful, and how the company uses advisors. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session244 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

14 Dec 201652min

#243: Today's episode is all about goals: setting them, achieving them, and knowing when to change them. And who better to talk about achieving great things than Michael Hyatt? Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session243 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

7 Dec 201647min

#242: PR professional Christina Nicholson shares her tips, tools, and resources for attracting coverage from media outlets and publicizing your business. Christina shares her experience as a TV anchor and reporter, as well as why she decided to get into PR. She shares tips for crafting a newsworthy story around your business and why you need to embrace "tooting your own horn" when reaching out to media outlets. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session242 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

30 Nov 201637min

#241: Chris Ducker and I review our favorite business and productivity apps of the past year. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session241 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

23 Nov 201659min