Kevin Espiritu, founder of Epic Gardening, shares his journey from starting a gardening blog to building a multi-million dollar business. He discusses the growth of his YouTube channel, the importance of SEO and content strategy, and the acquisition of other gardening blogs to expand his reach. 
 
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(00:00) Wearing the hat: winning the biggest deal
(01:37) Building epic gardening
(05:37) The botanical interests deal
(11:22) How wearing the hat made a difference
(14:14) Getting into gardening
(21:23) YouTube's impact on business
(23:34) Acquiring blogs for growth
(27:52) Structuring a deal

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In episode #2731, we discuss the difference in earnings between YouTube long-form views and YouTube shorts views, highlighting the challenges of monetizing short-form content. We also explore Amazon's non-endemic ads, Kindle's success, and the influence of Oprah's endorsement.
 
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(00:00) Today's topic: Revenue comparison: 1B YT shorts vs. 1B YT long-form views, Non-endemic ads from Amazon, & more
(01:15) Revenue comparison: 1B YT shorts vs. 1B YT long-form views
(11:53) Exploring Amazon's non-endemic ads
(15:30) Kindle's success and Oprah's influence
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Revenue comparison: 1B YT shorts vs. 1B YT long-form views, What are non-endemic ads from Amazon, Kindle and Oprah story

In episode #2730, we discuss the concept of copying in marketing and business, highlighting how many successful companies have copied features or ideas from their competitors. We also touched on the topic of new social media platforms like AirChat, the importance of subtitles in viral videos, the benefits of limiting screen time, and the role of experience in hiring.
 
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(00:00) Today's topic: How effective is copying as a marketing strategy? Well, let's look at YouTube Shorts, AirChat, and The number 1 factor for a viral video
(01:15) How effective is copying as a marketing strategy?
(04:44) AirChat
(08:42) The number 1 factor for a viral video
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How effective is copying as a marketing strategy? Well, let's look at YouTube Shorts, AirChat, the number 1 factor for a viral video

In this episode, I welcomed Jason Cohen on the pod, the founder of WP Engine and Smart Bear, as he shares eye-opening insights that defy common startup norms. Why chase venture capital when you can build a billion-dollar empire on your own terms? Here’s what Jason revealed.
 
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(00:00) Introduction and Background
(10:09) Embracing Optionality in Business Strategies
(31:18) Operating Like a Public Company
(45:16) Continuous Customer Development
(55:02) Creating a Company Culture for Personal Growth
(01:03:34) Hiring and Accountability in Management
(01:14:50) Finding a Niche in the AI Landscape

 
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How Jason Cohen Built TWO Billion Dollar Companies (One Bootstrapped)

In episode #2729, we explore various facets of personal and professional development, including lessons learned from a highly regarded event, where marketing insights and preparation habits of top podcasters like Andrew Huberman were discussed. We also share pieces of advice for agency owners on scaling their businesses through effective content creation, social media leverage, and networking within entrepreneurial circles. 
 
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(00:00) Today's topic: Marketing takeaways from Andrew Huberman, Dr. Peter Attia, Bryan Johnson, and more
(01:15) Introduction
(06:27) Content Creation and Social Media
(09:00) Joining Entrepreneurial Organizations
(11:45) Strategies for Scaling an Agency
(14:21) The Significance of ACE Scores in Predicting Health Outcomes
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Marketing takeaways from Andrew Huberman, Dr. Peter Attia, Bryan Johnson, and more

In episode #2728, we argue that while Google has stated that links are not as important as they used to be, we still believe that they play a significant role in rankings. We also discuss the use of user signals in search rankings and the need for Google to protect its algorithm, and shift the conversation to the WNBA and the potential for growth and increased pay for players like Caitlin Clark.
 
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(00:00) Today's topic: Google confirms links are not that important, Google’s CEO on what search will be Like in 10 years, and Does the WNBA actually have potential now?
(01:15) Google confirms links are not that important
(06:27)  Google’s CEO on what search will be Like in 10 years
(13:12) Does the WNBA actually have potential now?
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How He Grew A $30M Gardening Blog From Scratch | Kevin Espiritu

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