Ray Edwards Show

If you want to build an effective online presence, gain influence with an audience, ask people to join your cause or buy into your ideas…it all starts with a blog.

In my opinion, there's nobody better qualified to teach us than my guest on today's podcast, Leslie Samuel.

Click here to download or listen to this episode now.

Spiritual Foundations

Do you believe it's wrong, or at least tacky, to want to get rich? I'm not even talking about getting rich quick…just wanting to get rich in general. Does that bother you at all? Do you feel a little pang of guilt or fear you might be viewed as being a little cheesy?

As Dave Ramsey says, "There's a dignity to wealth creation through honorable business that is unlike anything else on Earth.

In this episode I'll share the real Secret of Wealth Creation…and one of the most important questions you can ask yourself.

Tip Of The Week

I have people ask me all the time about how I started my podcast, and how they should go about starting one the right way. I always tell them, "Cliff Ravenscraft is your guy." If you're serious about starting a podcast, then you need to check out Cliff's Podcasting A to Z course.

This week I have a short talk with my friend Cliff and we go through more details of why Podcasting A to Z is so transformational…but here are some facts that should wet your whistle in the meantime:

• The course has been going strong since March 2011, with over 600 students getting Cliff as their personal coach for 4 weeks.
• You'll know exactly what equipment to get…and why.
• Have technical questions about how to dial-in your gear? No worries, Cliff has you covered.
• You'll clearly define your message and the perfect target market
• During those four weeks, the students of Podcasting A to Z get Cliff's full attention…you are the priority.
• And check this out…Over 600 students have gone through this course, not one single person has ever requested a refund.

If you want to start a podcast, or if you have a podcast and you want to improve it and make it an excellent podcast, this is the way to do it.

Feature Segment: "How To Become A Blogger"

Yes, blogs are still alive. I believe they are still the best way to build a platform, and a business online. I am very excited to introduce you to my friend, Leslie Samuel.

Leslie is a former university professor turned full-time blogger. He is also the host of the "Learning with Leslie" podcast where he teaches about blogging, online business, and entrepreneurship.

Here are some snippets from our conversation about how to become a blogger:

• The biology of blogging (12:06)
• Are you experienced? (14:35)
• Teach what you know (15:24)
• It all started when… (17:07)
• Tiny hinges swing big doors (18:41)
• Learning as you go (21:19)
• The Philosophy of Free (22:57)
• Look below the surface (25:35)
• It's harder than it looks (27:44)
• I thought we talked about this… (29:39)
• If they can do it, so can you (30:47)
• The three biggest mistakes bloggers make (34:49)
• Leaders are readers (36:31)
• The struggle is real (38:29)
• The Piano Man (39:28)
• Words to the Wise (40:30)

Resources Mentioned In This Episode

• Podcasting A to Z
• Cliff Ravenscraft
• Learning with Leslie podcast
• The Greatest Salesman in the World
• Become a Blogger
• 2017 Content Calendar Spreadsheet

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If you want to build an effective online presence, gain influence with an audience, ask people to join your cause or buy into your ideas…it all starts with a blog. In my opinion, there’s nobody better qualified to teach us than my guest on today’s podcast, Leslie Samuel. Click here to download or listen to […]

One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is about what specific apps, websites, sources, courses, and other tools we use to make stuff.

In this episode we'll get geeky with you and dive deep into that exact subject.

Click here to download or listen to this episode now.

Spiritual Foundations

How do you respond when someone asks, "How are you today?"

If you're like most people you respond with something like:

• "Fine"
• "Okay"
• "I'm hangin' in there"

This may come as news to you, but you get to decide how you process your day.

In this episode I give you some reasons why you should carefully consider the instructions you give your brain, because what you say is often what you experience.

Selah.

Tip Of The Week

If one of your goals this year is to take a trip…enroll in course…get in better shape…or anything else you're likely to not do when it's no longer convenient…today's tip is for you!

Most of us struggle to achieve our goals, that's because there's a big difference between having a goal and achieving a goal—stickK works by helping people eliminate this gap by using a Commitment Contract.

A Commitment Contract is a binding agreement you sign with yourself to ensure that you follow through with your intentions—and it does this by utilizing the psychological power of loss aversion and accountability to drive behavior change.

By asking users to sign Commitment Contracts, stickK helps users define their goal, acknowledge what it'll take to accomplish it, and leverage the power of putting money on the line to turn that goal into a reality.

Feature Segment: "The Apps & Tools We Use to Make Stuff "

The Tools and Apps We Use To Make Stuff

This episode is a little different since it's more like a giant resource guide. Everything we use is listed below, and if you want more insight into why we use what we use then join Sean and I on an entertaining romp through the good, and the not so good, items in the Ray Edwards toolbox.

Resources Mentioned In This Episode

• stickK
• Apple MacBook Pro
• iPhone 7 Plus
• iPad Pro
• Bose Bluetooth Headphones
• WordPress
• Get Noticed Theme
• Bluehost
• Rightly Designed
• Slack
• Evernote
• Fujitsu ScanSnap
• Nozbe
• Todoist
• Asana
• Basecamp
• New Kajabi
• Thinkific
• 1Password
• TextExpander
• Dropbox
• Alfred
• Expandrive
• Snagit
• CleanMyMac3
• Jumpcut
• Backblaze
• SuperDuper
• Zoom
• Gotowebinar
• Workflow
• Freedom
• Pages
• Word
• Excel
• Numbers
• Keynote
• Screenflow
• Canva
• Scrivener
• Chrome
• Day One
• Byword
• Textwrangler
• Dragon
• IMovie
• Adobe Premiere CC
• Adobe Photoshop CC
• Canon 80D DSLR
• Rode VideoMic Pro
• Heil PR40
• Audio Technica ATR2100
• MDX Compressor/Linmiter/Gate
• Focus Time
• Overcast
• Habit List
• Dragon Anywhere
• MyFitnessPal
• Bible Study
• Kindle

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Quote Worth Note

Seth Godin tells this story in "What To Do When It's Your Turn (And It's Always Your Turn"…

"Stephen King, one of the most beloved, famous and bestselling authors ever, often goes to writer's conferences. After he talks for a little bit he says, 'Any questions?'

Inevitably, someone raises their hand—I'm paraphrasing here—and says, 'Mr. King, you are one of the most beloved, famous, and bestselling authors ever. What kind of pencil do you use to write your books?' It's almost as if knowing what kind of pencil Stephen King uses will help them be more like Stephen King."

It's not the pencil.

It's not the computer.

It's not the app.

Or as they say in music… "It's not the gear, it's the ear."

One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is about what specific apps, websites, sources, courses, and other tools we use to make stuff. In this episode we’ll get geeky with you and dive deep into that exact subject. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations How do you […]

Most people wish they could end each and every day proud of what they've accomplished. Trouble is, most people simply don't know HOW to make that happen.

Today, my guest on the podcast, John Lee Dumas, has an answer that will help you.

Click here to download or listen to this episode now.

Feature Segment: "Focus Leads To Mastery"

An eye-opening interview with John Lee Dumas.

John Lee Dumas is best known as the founder and host of the award-winning podcast Entrepreneur On Fire where he interviews today's most inspiring entrepreneurs 7-days a week!

The podcast was awarded Best Of iTunes because of his commitment to serve entrepreneurs…and with over 1500 episodes to date, he's shared a LOT of great content from people like:

• Tony Robbins
• Seth Godin
• Gary Vaynerchuk
• Barbara Corcoran
• and Tim Ferriss

JLD has his brand new project, The Mastery Journal, that launches today (January 23rd) and I sat down with him to get the skinny.

Here's a partial list of some of the things we discussed, and where to find them:

• The Big Reveal (2:34)
• Real Money, Real Business (3:20)
• Doing good while doing well (3:45)
• The three essential skill sets (4:17)
• The key to the Creator Code (5:38)
• Escape O.P.A. (6:40)
• How to be proud of what you produce (7:25)
• Ewww, it's all over me! (8:48)
• I don't think that word means what you think it means (9:28)
• How do you eat a frog? (11:30)
• Defeat the Weapons of Mass Distraction (14:20)
• The life-changing qualities of a tomato (16:28)
• Do more in One Day that you've done in a week (18:46)
• How to crush Parkinson's Law (19:08)
• Magic Time (20:03)
• Winning tomorrow today (21:15)
• Education brings opportunity (22:38)
• Here's what to do next (26:29)

Resources Mentioned In This Episode

• Entrepreneur on Fire Podcast
• Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport
• Eat That Frog!: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time by Brian Tracy
• Lynda.com
• The Mastery Journal

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Most people wish they could end each and every day proud of what they've accomplished. Trouble is, most people simply don’t know HOW to make that happen. Today, my guest on the podcast, John Lee Dumas, has an answer that will help you. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Feature Segment: […]

Have you ever been in a position where you need money, and you need it quickly?

Most of us have gone through a season in our lives where we find ourselves in a cash-flow crunch, and we need money fast. To help you avoid making an unwise, knee-jerk decision like borrowing the money, we created this episode to give you some better options.

Click here to download or listen to this episode now.

Spiritual Foundations

This week's episode is for skeptics and my Christian friends who might be "wavering" in their faith because they don't think that believers should have any challenges in life. Once we accept Jesus, everything should be hunky-dory, right?

Jesus tells us that in life we will have difficulty, but true to His nature, He also gives us hope because He has overcome the world.

If you feel like you are struggling with your faith, in this episode I have some resources for you that will help sharpen your focus and help you find your footing again.

Tip Of The Week

Do you think you might be addicted to your iPhone? There's an app for that…

Moment is an iOS app that automatically tracks how much you use your iPhone and iPad each day. If you're using your phone too much, you can set daily limits on yourself and be notified when you go over. You can even force yourself off your device when you're over your limit.

Feature Segment: "How To Make Money Fast"

Let's say you're faced with a cashflow problem. There's just too much month left at the end of the money. What do you do?

Here are some of the things you'll learn about the Seven Ways to Get Money Fast:

• The #1 thing you absolutely must NOT do (12:12)
• The worst-kept secret to getting money quickly (12:40)
• Stop listening to the lies (13:38)
• The Viking way to wealth (14:23)
• The skills to pay the bills (15:10)
• The person with the most toys loses (16:50)
• The "Mmm…nevermind" strategy (18:23)
• Seek and ye just might find (20:40)
• A hard, but sometimes necessary, question (21:27)
• Stuff the fluff (23:20)
• Stop digging (25:26)
• Fight to be free (25:36)
• Do the side hustle (25:58)
• How to get paid what you're worth (28:25)
• The secret to a successful business (31:46)
• Make that money work! (32:05)

Resources Mentioned In This Episode

• Making Sense of God: An Invitation to the Skeptical by Timothy Keller
• The Moment App
• Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brene Brown
• The Automatic Millionaire: A Powerful One-Step Plan to Live and Finish Rich by David Bach
• Value-Based Fees: How to Charge-and Get-What You're Worth by Alan Weiss

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Have you ever been in a position where you need money, and you need it quickly? Most of us have gone through a season in our lives where we find ourselves in a cash-flow crunch, and we need money fast. To help you avoid making an unwise, knee-jerk decision like borrowing the money, we created […]

Is it ethical, or even possible, to have a full-time job and also build a business on the side?

This is a big deal for a lot of people who want to pursue their own business without throwing their family into financial chaos by quitting their job. If you've wondered about how to honorably engage in a side hustle, then this episode is just for you.

Click here to download or listen to this episode now.

Tip Of The Week

This week's tip comes courtesy of Cliff Ravenscraft. Public speaking is hard, Ummo makes it easier. Whether you are practicing for a presentation or interested in improving your everyday communication, use Ummo to track your "Umm"s and "Uhh"s, pace, word power, clarity, and more.

Feature Segment: "The Ethical Side Hustle"

My guest this week is Mark Mason from the Late Night Internet Marketing podcast. I'm honored to call Mark my friend, and the more I get to know him, the more I respect him and the vital work he's doing.

• Here are some highlights from our interview:
• Why Sean Edwards is like a human hand grenade (5:45)
• The value of being a "Yuck Monkey" (6:30)
• What exactly is Late Night Internet Marketing? (6:50)
• The core belief of the side hustle (8:10)
• Do you have to hate your job to have a side hustle? (9:10)
• The best way to start a side hustle (11:05)
• The epiphany that changed everything (15:15)
• Running a side hustle requires some life hacks (17:25)
• Stay away from the "fluff" (18:01)
• The Free Content Formula (19:35)
• How to succeed through the struggle (22:08)
• Wisely navigating the waters between your day job and your side hustle (25:01)
• Side hustling with a family (27:11)
• Finding the time for your side hustle (28:52)
• The Mother of all Jingles (30:29)

Resources Mentioned In This Episode

• Ummo: Your personalized speech coach
• Late Night Internet Marketing Podcast with Mark Mason
• Free Resource: The Three Most Important Things to Know About SEO
• Sean Edwards Blog

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Is it ethical, or even possible, to have a full-time job and also build a business on the side? This is a big deal for a lot of people who want to pursue their own business without throwing their family into financial chaos by quitting their job. If you’ve wondered about how to honorably engage […]