James Schramko Podcast

01:33 - If you’ve ever wondered, how to create an app for my business? app creation is more accessible than ever.

02:43 - How can you make an app with pre-existing content?

05:08 - James shares his personal experiences in repurposing content effectively.

08:49 - Having an established audience is a great starting point if you want to get an app.

10:21 - Even at low price points, recurring profit from apps can add up.

12:00 - Really, is it easy to make an app? What’s the catch?

13:03 - How do you hire a coder to make an app? Jarrod explains the methodology behind The App Match.

15:16 - How much audience volume do you need for an app to be viable?

16:43 - Could James’s friend benefit from offering an app?

18:46 - Jarrod brings up other app use cases to consider…

20:05 - At such low-ticket prices, what is the real potential payoff for apps?

23:11 - With so much going for apps, it comes down to this consideration…

24:30 - Jarrod’s credibility lies partly in his ability to refuse business.

01:24 - Jaemin’s book, Elegantly Simple Solutions to Complex People Problems, is well worth the read.

03:24 - Insecurities are a topic many people avoid, but Jaemin has made how to overcome insecurity his area of expertise.

04:30 - Judgment is like burning wool - here’s why.

09:47 - Depression is a problem, but it can also be a card people play.

13:49 - Self-awareness is the starting point of overcoming insecurity. However, it’s not always easy to achieve.

15:45 - This is where Jaemin gets the courage to go out and risk criticism while retaining his sense of self-worth…

19:03 - Contrary to popular belief, our behavior does not indicate our character. Most of us really want to be good people.

21:55 - Sometimes the best way to gain self-assurance is to get help from someone who doesn’t care.

23:04 - Are the standards you set really attainable?

24:54 - Some people think imbalance and great success go hand-in-hand.

28:15 - What advice has Jaemin got for the 20-somethings chasing success?

33:50 - People like James and Jaemin see the recurring patterns, which make them effective mentors.

36:37 - When you’ve had the “Aha!” moment, this is what’s next…

00:53 - Purpose and mental health in business are important topics for entrepreneurs.

02:13 - Identity and mindset play important roles in the pursuit of business success.

05:17 - Everyone has inner challenges and demons from which they run, to some degree.

08:43 - People’s quest for significance is something James is quite aware of.

10:51 - Clarity on your values is the fundamental starting point, says Amrit, for mental health in business.

14:32 - Too often we let other people dictate our life’s direction…

22:01 - Do we really need to know what we’ll be when we grow up?

28:54 - Finding what you’re meant to do is not bound by age.

31:03 - Deciding what to invest your attention and resources in is key to a purpose-driven business.

34:08 - Everyone brings unique perspectives and filters to their business endeavors.

35:42 - Be inspired by Amrit’s tale of overcoming depression…

41:23 - Healing has had transformative impact on Amrit’s approach to business and life.

00:38 - Brittany applies her unique approach to things, her “britifying,” to her online business.

02:43 - Here’s how a professional dancer became a social media expert…

04:49 - Is it all about handbags and makeup, or does Brittany also handle boring stuff?

06:02 - What media pays off on various platforms?

08:52 - There are things you can implement to enhance your performance on Instagram…

13:18 - Other people buy followers - should you?

16:24 - Multiple factors can influence the number of views your content receives.

20:28 - How do you come up with style and incorporate a team?

22:59 - Here’s how Brittany’s program works…

25:25 - What is the blue tick for, and is it really important?

27:17 - How much filtering or editing should you actually apply to your content?

33:44 - James is grateful to have a responsive audience.

36:10 - People like openness, but sometimes you need to be selective about what you choose to share online.

48:41 - Should your content strategy be niche-focused or cover a wider range of topics?

James and Brittany weigh in.

43:47 - When it comes to post frequency, is it quality over quantity?

44:57 - Everyone wants to know the equipment they should use.

01:25 - If Sophie Howard seems familiar, here’s why…

02:54 - Over a matter of years, Sophie has managed to build a continuously expanding portfolio.

07:08 - Why do people typically sell profitable businesses?

09:36 - Here are some pivotal skills when deciding, is buying an existing business a good idea?

12:41 - In terms of liquid cash potential, how much to buy a business is enough?

16:51 - Involved in the work, or hands off investor? Both have pros and cons.

24:43 - Integrating one's passion can be significant when building or buying a business.

26:47 - Knowing what works for you and leaning on that can have great impact in buying and growing businesses.

28:20 - Navigating the big platforms is a skill that can come in handy.

30:10 - Diversifying is one safeguard against potential losses.

32:40 - Hailing from a family of early retirees, has Sophie ever thought of following suit?

35:04 - There are questions to ask when buying a small business, as Sophie teaches.

38:58 - Be mindful of these tips before committing to your first business acquisition…

01:01 - Will lets us in on his newsletter endeavors.

02:29 - There’s a lot of value in having a house list.

03:21 - James shares his revamped email tactics for podcasting.

05:10 - Newsletter have both advantages and hurdles.

09:10 - How do you get people to subscribe?

11:09 - There’s power in a small, highly-targeted list.

12:34 - Will talks on scaling a list beyond micro.

15:50 - How do you keep delivery consistent and engagement high?

17:27 - There are other things you can send people…

19:19 - How does solopreneurship compare with having a team?

24:22 - This is how you create a need for your newsletter…

25:48 - Sometimes a newsletter isn’t the ideal approach.

27:28 - Newsletters have evolved, and it’s exciting times.