On this episode of My Podcast Story, I sat down with Alan Lazarus, CEO and cofounder of Next Level University. We took a deep dive into how he built a global top 100 self-improvement show, scaling from just four listens a day to millions worldwide. Alan shared the behind-the-scenes secrets of growing a podcast into a thriving business, the real impact it’s had on his life, and his no-nonsense tips for any entrepreneur or podcaster ready to take things to the next level. If you’re aiming for both success and fulfillment, this conversation is a must-listen!

If you enjoyed hearing Alan Lazaros’ incredible insights and want to dive deeper into the world of personal development, business growth, and podcasting, be sure to check out the Next Level University podcast. It’s available on all the major audio platforms and on YouTube—just search for “Next Level University.”

For even more resources and information about Alan and his work, visit https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/business-consulting/

And if you’d like to connect with Alan directly, reach out on Instagram at @alazaros88 (that's a-l-a-z-a-r-o-s-8-8). He loves connecting with listeners, so don’t hesitate to send him a message!

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction & The Journey Mindset

00:36 Meet Alan Lazarus & Podcast Beginnings

02:29 Podcast Origins: Evolution and Rebranding

04:11 Growth, Consistency, and Going Video

06:19 Building a Team & Scaling the Podcast

09:17 Monetization: Indirect Profit and Business Model

13:00 Personal Growth, Impact, and Life Lessons

21:05 Podcasting & Finding Love: Alan’s Personal Story

32:01 Reflections, Expectations vs. Reality & Final Advice