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Pat Flynn went from getting laid off in 2008... to building a seven-figure
YouTube business, selling out PokĂŠmon conventions, and leading a legacy
entrepreneurship brand (Smart Passive Income).In this episode, we talk about reinvention, raising kids, chasing relevance,
and how he built Deep Pocket Monster into a viral brand with 3 billion+
views.
Youâll love this one if youâve ever pivoted careers, tried to balance family
with ambition, or just want to geek out on business and storytelling.
đ§ Enjoy!
In this episode, youâll learn:
⢠Why Pat says âcount uploads, not likesâ
⢠How getting laid off changed everything
⢠The difference between âjust-in-timeâ vs. âjust-in-caseâ learning
⢠What he's saying *no* to (even if it could go viral)
⢠Why storytelling and speed-learning are the futureâs top skills
⢠Patâs exact business breakdown: SPI, YouTube, events, and more
⢠How he handles jealousy and stays relevant
⢠The surprising truth about parenting, pressure, and hot tubsLinks & resources mentioned:
⢠Patâs book: *Lean Learning* â https://leanlearningbook.com
⢠Deep Pocket Monster (YouTube) â
https://www.youtube.com/@DeepPocketMonster
⢠Smart Passive Income â https://www.smartpassiveincome.com
⢠Follow Pat on Twitter â @PatFlynn â https://twitter.com/patflynn
⢠My book â Million Dollar Weekend â https://milliondollarweekend.comLike this episode?
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Today Iâm riffing on whatâs been on my mind this April; from using AI to save on my taxes to pulling weeds, both literally and metaphorically, plus some book reviews and me generally musing on what makes a great life..
So If you want to hear more about how Iâm using ChatGPT to get ahead financially, why saying ânoâ has become my superpower, and what Ryanair can teach you about sticking to your business model, this ones for you!.
Youâre gonna learn
What a good gardener has in common with a good entrepreneur
How AI can save you time and money right now before everyone else catches up.
Why you need to find your line for saying no to 80% of everything.
Enjoy these things and a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
Did you check out last week's monster episode, about all I've learned 15 Years Of AppSumo. It was an absolute banger. That episode 374 wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify & iTunes
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AppSumo is celebrating its birthday. 15 years old! Hurrah! I started the company with $50 and a dream of never working a real job again. Today, itâs a $100m business thatâs helped thousands of entrepreneurs and creators make millions.
My book Million Dollar Weekend is also a year old and was just released in Spanish. It's for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend.
Today I'm reflecting on the biggest lessons from my business journey and sharing 14 tips that will help your business grow to the next level.
3 Takeaways:How Tracking scorecards and key metrics will move you closer to your goals
Why starting is easy but showing up every day and staying in the game is the real challenge.
Would you bet your life on your business, do you really believe in it? Thatâs conviction baby!
Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way.
Whatâs going on in your Business? Hit me up on noahkagan.com
I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at noahkagan.com and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every month. -
BreezeDoc is the simple way to sign documents digitally. Pay just $9 once, and get it forever (no expensive subscriptions here).
In this episode, Iâve got one of my best friends, the entrepreneur blueprint, the serial success master and my favorite podcaster Sam Parr to come back on the show.
We talk about ambition, confidence, the reality of building a billion-dollar business and what itâs like to hang around with billionaires. Also we discuss his latest projects and how becoming a dad has reshaped his perspective on success.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
Why the most successful people in the room arenât always the smartest,
What are the best and worse things about billionaires.
How to set up a business in 24 hours and make 1 million dollars without a website.
Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way.
If you dug this episode, you can go back and check out one of our many other episodes with Sam on how content creators become successful. You can find that in episode 292 of this feed.
Check him out on Instagram & Twitter @thesamparr and be sure to check out all what heâs doing in all of these many internet places.
Try Rosedale - website for self improvement.
Join Hampton - website high wealth networking and business growth.
Copy That - website for helping writers create better copy.
Sams List - website for finding quality accountants.
My First Million - Podcast.
MoneyWise - Podcast.
I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at noahkagan.com and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every week.
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My book Million Dollar Weekend is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend.
Sparked by a rare snowy morning in Austin, Texas, I just got done making snow angels and realized itâs been a while since Iâve shared whatâs on my mind. No threads. No ads. Just raw thoughts, like the early days of blogging.
I just got fired by my financial advisor and decided to experiment with some crypto, so today Iâm going to share some reflections on money, experiments, parenting, and life,.. So if you want to learn about simplifying your finances with the trickle of everyday parenting advice, this one's for you.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
Whenâs the best time to experiment or be disciplined.
How to Simplify your finances for reduced stress.
How tiny, consistent efforts compound into big wins over time.
Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way.
I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at noahkagan.com and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every week.
Ps. Iâm looking for an assistant. Someone proactive, insanely detailed, and reliable. Basically, someone whoâs better than AI. If you know someone, DM me on Twitter @NoahKagan. Iâll pay you $1,000 if your referral gets hired.
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My book Million Dollar Weekend is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend.
Today Iâm reflecting on what an insane year 2024 has been. So much has changed and I wanted to take stock as we head into 2025!
In this episode, Iâm sharing my 9 key lessons from the year and the exciting plans shaping the year ahead.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
Why the blame game gets you nowhere in life.
What it means to reduce the amount of tabs you have open in your life.
How building strong, meaningful relationships is still your super power.
Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way.
How was your 2024? Whatâs your goals for 2025? Hit me up on noahkagan.com
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Weâre giving away $100,000 for AppSumoâs Black Friday Giveaway.
This week, as my baby sleeps and makes cute noises beside me, Iâm sharing parenting lessons Iâve applied to running my business.
Iâm also sharing a brilliant new business model I recently discovered that can be adapted to countless industries. Also my takeaways from an awesome book you have to read!
Whether youâre absorbed in family life, plotting your genius business idea, or looking to see a return on your investments, thereâs something in this episode for you.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
Why parenting forces you to clarify your priorities.
The genius behind scalable business models like Baselangâand how you can adapt them.
Key lessons from Kochland on reinvesting, tracking ROI, and leveraging your strengths.
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
Check out Baselang and go learn some Spanish. Your first week is just $1, so there's no better time to begin.
You have to read this book Kochland by Christopher Leonard. Itâs the story of how three brothersâDavid, Charles, and Bill Kochâtransformed a small Kansas-based oil company into Koch Industries (a $125+ billion empire and 2nd largest privately-owned company in the world).
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My book Million Dollar Weekend is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend.
Something clicked for me during a grueling bike climb - I wanted to quit. And isnât that how it feels for everyone sometimes, in business and life? But itâs our ability to push through the right kind of suffering that drives real success.
In this week's episode, I dive into my own personal struggles and professional setbacks, sharing how pushing through those tough moments fueled growth at AppSumo and helped me reach my biggest goals.
In this episode, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
How embracing suffering can lead to long-term rewards?
Why voluntary suffering can prepare us for unexpected hardships?
How to align pain with our purpose?
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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Check out my book Million Dollar Weekend, which helps you start businesses in just 48 hours. Check it out at milliondollarweekend.com.
In this episode, I share what Iâve been up to during the past few months, including why I havenât released new content since August. I took time off for paternity leave and embraced the joy (and challenges) of being a new dad. This break gave me a chance to reflect on how important it is to take a step back and pause from work and doing the same thing every day.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
The benefits of taking time off and how it can bring clarity to your priorities.
My new routine as a dad
Whatâs next for my work with AppSumo and social content creation.
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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Check out my book Million Dollar Weekend, which helps you start businesses in just 48 hours. Check it out at milliondollarweekend.com.
In this episode, I chat with Ayman Al-Abdullah, My friend and former CEO of AppSumo, who played a pivotal role in scaling the company from $5M to $70M, from 2016 to 2021.
Since stepping down as CEO for AppSumo, heâs now become a growth strategy coach for many other CEOs. Ayman is of the best out there IMO and I wanted him to come on the show and share his insights into what it takes to grow a business from seven to nine figures, obviously drawing from his rich experience building a robust and sustainably growing company AppSumo.
In this conversation, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
Why figuring out your ideal customer, even as a coach, is essential
Why people get stuck in a product creation loop rather than company creation.
The dangers of shiny object syndrome and why Ayman is the double down king.
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
You can find Ayman @aymanalabdul on Instagram or X
And if you fall into the 7+ figure camp and need help scaling to 9 figures, Ayman is your guy, you can find him at aymanalabdullah.com -
Check out my Million Dollar Weekend at milliondollarweekend.com. If you need help starting a business, this is the book for you
Today weâre re-running our awesome episode where I break down the top lessons I learned from working directly under Mark Zuckerberg.
Itâs always fun to go down memory lane and remember my time as #30 at Facebook. The lessons I learned there inspire me to this day and are relevant for anyone who is on their own business journey.
In this episode, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
How to manage and treat employees.
How to focus on just one vision.
Why the details matter.
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
If you dig this episode and want to hear another episode where I break things down behind the scenes, go back and check out the episode where I run through the marketing for my book Million Dollar Weekend, thatâs episode 335 in this feed.
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Whatâs up, you sexy bastards. Itâs your boy âdiapersâ aka Rabbi Canât Lose aka Noah Kagan.
Today weâre re-running our awesome episode with John Paul DeJoria!
John Paul is so INSPIRATIONAL. This was one of our most popular episodes last year (and also one of the most popular videos on my YouTube channel too), so we thought weâd put him in your ears once again.
John Paul went from being homeless to creating two billion dollar companies in completely separate industries, John Paul Mitchell haircare, and PatrĂłn tequila.
In this episode, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
Why creating the best products is essential for growing your company.
Why forgiveness is important if you want to move forward in life.
What being rich really means.
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
Go check out John Paul DeJoria and his foundation: https://www.peacelovehappinessfoundation.org/
If you dig this episode and want to hear another wise, successful entrepreneur story, go back and check out the conversation we did with Kevin Kelly, the founder of Wired magazine, thatâs episode 298 in this feed.
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People have been loving my latest emails where I share brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. Sign up at noahkagan.com and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every week.
In this episode, I chat with Pete Maldonado, co-founder of Chomps, about how they built a half-billion-dollar meat stick empire, ultimately becoming the number three meat snack brand in the U.S.
Despite facing significant setbacks, including personal bankruptcy and multiple failed businesses, Pete has propelled Chomps to meteoric success, securing shelf space in major chain stores like Trader Joe's and Costco.
Today, he shares how he leverages customer feedback, overcomes packaging challenges, and maintains a passionate, high-performing team culture.
In this episode, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
The importance of focusing on one thing and doing it exceptionally well.
The critical role of strategic partnerships and the creative solutions used to navigate supply chain challenges.
How Chomps stays ahead in the competitive meat snack market.
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
Go buy Chomps at all your favorite retailers and also check out @petemaldonado on Instagram and on X
If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more about half-billion-dollar success stories, be sure to check out our Anonymous $500 Million Man episode â that's episode 357 in this feed.
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Check out my book Million Dollar Weekend, which helps you start businesses in just 48 hours. Check it out at milliondollarweekend.com.
In today's episode, I caught up with a talented, award-winning author and professor of computer science at Georgetown University, Cal Newport.
Calâs books are a manifesto for digital minimalism and focus. In this episode he shares his strategies for maintaining efficiency particularly in large organizations where meetings can often be a substitute for poor time management.
We also explore how long-term goals can easily be broken down into actionable daily steps and the importance of grabbing control of our digital habits.
In this episode, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
What the difference is between office hours and meetings and why you should avoid the later
Why focus is the most in demand resource right in world with short attention span
How to balance the content creation algorithms without being on social media at all.
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
If you loved this episode and want to hear more about how we approach our content creation, check out an episode we made about Youtube strategy thatâs Episode 310 in this feed.
Also check out Calâs books at calnewport.com , his books âDeep Workâ and âSo Good they Canât Ignore Youâ are classics and he has a new book called âSlow Productivityâ out now.
Go check his podcast since thatâs really his only social media outlet, Deep Questions with Cal Newport
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FiveTaco is the easiest way to find software for solopreneurs, from productivity tools, to the latest AI tech to help run your business.
In this week's episode, I sit down with Bill Perkins, a successful hedge fund manager, film producer, author, and high-stakes poker player. Bill has created significant wealth through energy trading and uses his money wisely.
Bill is all about finding values in meaningful experiences over material possessions. He also discusses his philosophy on balancing wealth, health, and time to achieve maximum life fulfillment. This episode is packed with practical advice and thought-provoking concepts that can inspire anyone to rethink their approach to wealth and happiness.
In this episode, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
How to leverage opportunities in your field of work and make millions.
How to avoid a cookie cutter life.
Why you shouldnât wait until your retirement to experience your dreams.
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
If you loved this episode and want to hear more successful commodity trading stories, check the episode we did with Rafa Martinez, thatâs episode 305 in this feed.
Also Check out Billâs book at diewithzerobook.com and @billperkins on Instagram and @bp22 on X
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My book Million Dollar Weekend is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend. The e-book version is on sale July 8-14, 2024 on Amazon, check it out.
In this week's episode, Iâm going behind the scenes on Charles Duhiggâs marketing strategy and picking apart what he can do better, comparing what he does with other famous authors and my own experience on Million Dollar Weekend. This will be a book marketing playbook to turn any good book into a bestselling phenomenon.
Iâm using Charleâs as an example here but everyone can take away some great marketing lessons whether youâre an author or not, youâre going to significantly boost your sales from implementing some of these simple overlooked tricks that can transform your marketing reach and impact.
In this episode, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
How to create seamless, automated marketing funnels
Discover how to leverage social media platforms the right way.
Understand the importance of offering incentives and building a community.
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
If you loved this episode and want to hear more about my launch of Million Dollar Weekend go back and check out my launch strategy episode, thatâs episode 335 in this feed.
Check out Charles Duhigg and his books at charlesduhigg.com and on @charleduhigg on Instagram & @cduhigg on X.
You can also check out James Clear and his marketing approach at jamesclear.com and @jamesclear on Instagram & on X.
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BreezeDoc, is a Docusign alternative that we just launched. If you hate paying a monthly subscription just to get documents signed, go to BreezeDoc.com and get a lifetime deal, pay one low price and use it forever.
In this week's episode, I'm chatting with our very own David Kelly, who oversees our Originals Team releases at AppSumo. Weâre going into the belly of the beast to see the guts and glory of developing a product we're incredibly proud of, BreezeDoc.
David and I discuss the challenges we faced, the strategies we employed, and the excitement of bringing BreezeDoc to life.
In this episode, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
The obstacles faced during the creation of a competitive product.
What a difference incorporating user feedback into the user interface can make
How to make a product stand out from the rest
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more about our favorite tools at Appsumo go back a few weeks ago where we show you all the tools we use to run a $100 million company thatâs episode 358 in this feed -
If this episode inspires you to start your own business, check out my book Million Dollar Weekend, which helps you start in just one weekend.
Here is your Harvard Business Review hook up with 10% off a subscription for access to business advice articles and their world class case studies. Go to hbr.org/subscriptions and use promo code NOAH for 10% off.
In todayâs episode, youâre going to hear about a mad experiment we ran during the Million Dollar Weekend book launch on Tim Ferrissâs show. We put out a 48-hour challenge where the coolest, most interesting startup entrepreneur would win a weekend with me.
Our winner, Eli, raised $65,000 in just 48 hours and blew us away with his dedication and inspiring mission to do good in his community, feeding those in need in Philadelphia.
The Community Grocer provides healthy food to underserved areas in Philadelphia. Our weekend together was filled with valuable entrepreneurial lessons, a lot of fun, and insights into staying focused and impactful in business and life.
In this episode, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
How to set clear measurable goals to work backwards from.
How to find what's working and double down.
How to get your first budget boner!
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
If this episode has inspired you to dream big for your community, don't miss our conversation with John Paul Dejoria, where he shares how he leverages his $5 billion wealth for impactful philanthropic endeavors.
Check out and go support Eli Moraruâs non-profit - https://www.thecommunitygrocer.org/
Also @the.community.grocer on instagram and @tcgfamily on X
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One of the tools I mention in this episode, BreezeDoc, is a Docusign alternative that we just launched. If you hate paying a monthly subscription just to get documents signed, go to BreezeDoc.com and get a lifetime deal, pay one low price and use it forever.
In today's episode, I break down all the essential tools and technology stacks that we use at Appsumo to power a 8 figure a year business. From financial management to email marketing, team collaboration and much more. This is the way we squeeze all that efficiency juice out and get a full cup of organization juice for everyone in the entire company.
I talk about over 50 tools and apps that we use, itâs full to the brim
In this episode, youâll enjoy 3 BIG things:
What tools weâve chosen to significantly enhance efficiency and growth
What tools are you missing from your toolbox and how can you implement them?
How to audit and simplify your technology stack and replace multiple tools with new all-in-one tools that are so much simpler .
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
Go over to noahkagan.com and check out all these tools.
Explore these tools to improve your business operations and check out AppSumo for great deals on essential software.
If you enjoyed this episode and want to put these tools to good use and you want to start a business, check out the 1st chapter of my book Million Dollar Weekend, thatâs episode 333 in this feed
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Sumo Day is one of the biggest sales of the year at AppSumo. And itâs for entrepreneurs like you, looking for the best software deals to grow their businesses. There are tools for marketers, agencies, content creators, developers and more. The sale goes until June 13, 2024 at noon CT, so if you want those juicy discounts, then get on it now.
Here is your Harvard Business Review hook up with 10% off a subscription for access to business advice articles and their world class case studies. Go to hbr.org/subscriptions and use promo code NOAH for 10% off.
In this week's episode, I sat down with an anonymous entrepreneur who sold his business for $500 million and has since dedicated his life to philanthropy. He shared with me his story from building a business to giving away a significant portion of his buyout and focusing on what truly matters: happiness and giving back.
Thereâs also a ton of practical advice on how to manage substantial wealth and the balance between work and personal life. It's for anyone aspiring to achieve financial success while making a meaningful difference in the world.
You'll love these 3 lessons:
True happiness comes from within and aligning your life with your values.
Giving back and focusing on philanthropy can bring immense fulfillment.
Managing wealth effectively involves budgeting for what matters most to you and staying grounded.
All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way
Also if you loved hearing this episode about a $100m buyout, check out this episode with Gary Levitt who built a company for $50 and sold it for $42 Million, thatâs episode 41 in this feed.
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