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Today on Leveling Up we are joined by Brian Dean to share updates on Backlinko and Exploding Topics. As many of you know, Brian recently sold Backlinko to SEMrush, and in our discussion we hear about how he started the SEO blog, how he excelled in a red ocean with it, some of the most successful SEO strategies he came up with, why course creators are an attractive acquisition for software companies, and lessons he learned during the acquisition. Exploding Topics is Brian’s newer project, and we get to hear how it evolved from an early personal trend spotting project to an acquihire that he subsequently grew. Brain talks about the work he has put into Exploding Topics, shares some numbers around its current success, and also talks about how he approached acquiring the business from Josh Howarth who is now his CTO. In this conversation, we also talk to Brian about life in Lisbon, hear about all the grunt work he did to get ahead, and also get some behind-the-scenes insights into his longstanding relationship with Eric and Neil. Tune in today!
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In this video, learn how Alex Lieberman of Morning Brew accidentally launched a podcast and what is the most challenging thing in his "Founder's Journal" journey.
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In this video, learn what are the key things you need to know in selling out your NFT Project and how you become a person of value!
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The world has experienced a tremendous amount of change in the past two years and as a result, we are currently in an ongoing state of flux. Making sense of the social landscape we find ourselves in is integral to how we navigate our lives and our careers. It is especially important for anyone involved in investing, marketing, and optimizing new business ventures. We cover some fascinating topics in today's conversation so make sure you tune in to hear it all!
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As the world of crypto continues to evolve and grow, there is a vast array of associated new possibilities that are available to investors on a regular basis. On the show today, we welcome Josip Rupena, the CEO and Founder of Milo, a company that is bringing together the worlds of digital assets and real estate. Milo is here to give all of our listeners a few reasons why you should consider this avenue for yourself! We speak about the company's focus, what exactly they are trying to provide for their customers, how their application process works, and who is best suited to work with Milo. We also get some great book and tool recommendations from Josip and hear about his own real estate investment aspirations, so join us today to hear it all!
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In today’s episode, we continue our NFT compilation series where we take a nuanced look at NFTs, the implementation of Web3, and how it will affect business and marketing in the future. For today’s installment, we get together with Matt Colon, Global President of Music at YMU, to talk about his work with Steve Aoki, the documentary I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead, and the launch of A0k1verse NFTs. In our conversation, Matt gives an overview of how NFTs feature in the music industry, why it’s so much more complex than NFTs that are made to trade visual art, and how the concept of ownership has transformed in the digital era. Tuning in you’ll hear Matt break down how they built a tokenized membership community, their long-term vision for the project, and how NFTs are connecting audiences and musicians in a novel and unprecedented way. Matt describes the future ecosystem he envisions, how digital passports would work, and some of the artists who are already involved. He also delves into his thoughts on Web3, the importance of storytelling, and why he is preparing for a massive paradigm shift. To learn more about NFTs, Web3, and the music industry, be sure to tune in today!
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For decades the music industry has been wildly imbalanced, with only a fraction of the 40-billion-dollar industry going towards musicians. Today’s guest is on a mission to disrupt the status quo and give fans the power to directly participate in the careers of their favorite artists. Many of our listeners will be familiar with Justin Blau, also known as 3lau, a famous DJ, electronic dance music producer, and the CEO and co-founder of Royal, a music investment platform that allows fans to easily invest in artists and earn royalties alongside them. As part of our NFT compilation series, we sat down with Justin to discuss his new company, the Web3 space, and why he is so excited about it. In our conversation, Justin breaks down his journey, from studying finance to dropping out to pursue his fast-growing DJ career, to founding Royal. He unpacks some of the lessons he's learned, why he never expected to sell his NFT for 11.7 million dollars, and some of the challenges Royal is expected to face as it grows. He also talks about the siloed nature of the Web3 space, why he believes in Web2.5, and the importance of adjusting your perspective and staying in touch with the needs and wants of the mainstream. Be sure to tune in to this fascinating conversation on the possibilities of Web3, the music industry, and much more!
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In this video, I am going to talk about my NFT investing strategy and why utility is more important than art for me!
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Whether you’ve already invested in NFTs, are skeptical of the crypto movement, or getting ready to market in the burgeoning Web3 space, it’s undeniable that a lot of change is happening. This week on the show Eric gets together with Justin Kan (Cofounder of the mega streaming platform, Twitch, and Cofounder of the new gaming NFT marketplace, Fractal) to talk about his career in Silicon Valley, the most important lessons he’s learned, and how focusing on internal goals have transformed his life. TTune in as we chat with Justin about everything from gaming NFTs, to how he chooses to angel invest, to why he continues to love building startups, and so much more!
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In this video, I am going to talk about strategies based on my experience in getting a deal flow to invest in the best companies in the world, and why you should have a long-term view in terms of investing!
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