Most summit hosts worry they're not enough of an expert to host an event in their niche. But what if I told you that you could build an entire business around summits in topics where you have zero personal experience? Dr. Destini Copp is doing exactly that with Hobby Scool. She's hosting monthly summits on knitting, painting, quilting, and holiday crafts (hobbies she's never actually done) and building it into a business she plans to sell for over $1 million by the end of 2027. In this episode, you'll hear how she went from a vacation domain purchase to a systematized summit business, why being the "connector" matters more than being the expert, and what to consider from day one if you want to build something you can eventually sell. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/314

I'm bending my own rule today and sharing summit results on the podcast. I think this angle will genuinely help so many of you who have felt held back from hosting a summit because of the size of your email list. If you've been telling yourself you need a bigger email list before hosting a summit, or if you've been doubting whether summits can work for smaller audiences, this episode will change that for you. I'm sharing exactly how we made this happen, the three keys to our success, and what it means for your summit potential - regardless of your current list size. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/313

Are you stressed about summit speakers missing their presentation deadlines? After 12+ summits, I've learned that late submissions are normal, but they don't have to derail your event. In this episode, I'm sharing exactly how we went from 50% on-time submissions to nearly 100%, plus my complete playbook for handling late speakers without the drama. Plus, I'll walk you through the graceful way to remove someone from your lineup if needed (and why you probably won't have to). Whether you're planning your first summit or your fifth, these strategies will help you manage speaker deadlines with confidence and keep your summit on track. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/312

After months of planning and executing your virtual summit, you might be feeling a strange mix of excitement and exhaustion - or even the "post-summit blues." In this episode, I'm sharing why intentional rest after your summit isn't just nice to have, it's essential for your long-term business success. You'll learn why your brain and body need a reset after being in "go mode" for months, how taking breaks actually proves your business can run without you, and exactly how I build recovery time into my business rhythm (including my quarterly week-off schedule). For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/311

The key to growing your business isn't attracting more people, but attracting the right people. And the traditional "customer avatar" exercises aren't doing the trick anymore. Paul and Melissa Pruitt, the husband-and-wife team behind multiple seven-figure businesses, are flipping the script on traditional audience building. Instead of chasing vanity metrics and celebrating every email subscriber, they're showing entrepreneurs how to go deeper with fewer people who are actually willing to invest in solutions. Plus, we get into how to attract actual buyers to your summit and how to sell to them without feeling slimy. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/310

After analyzing hundreds of client summits, I had a HUGE aha moment about revenue patterns. I realized that there are two distinct business categories that crush it with summits - but they make their money in completely different ways.

In this video, I'm breaking down these two categories so you can see where YOUR summit revenue is most likely to come from - whether that's your all-access pass, your backend offer, or a mix of both.

This short training is designed to help you understand what will actually work for YOUR specific business model so you can plan strategically.

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Being invited to speak at a virtual summit feels validating, but not all opportunities are worth your time. In this episode, I'm sharing the three-part framework I use to evaluate every summit speaking invitation that comes my way. You'll learn how to assess whether an opportunity aligns with your business goals, spot the red flags that signal you should run the other way, and develop the confidence to say no when something isn't the right fit. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/309

I'm in the early stages of planning my next virtual summit, and in this week's video, I'm pulling back the curtain on the 5 main things I've done so far, during the very initial planning, as we move toward making this summit happen.

If you have other projects wrapping up before you can start your summit, this behind-the-scenes look will give you some great things to think about in the meantime!

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If you haven't started planning your summit yet, it's probably a mindset issue...and that's totally okay!

I'm sharing the exact moments where fear tends to sneak in (including my literal nightmare about pitching speakers!), why these feelings are completely normal, and most importantly, how to push through them.

Join the Start Your Summit That Sells Challenge to bust through these challenges in community with me + other hosts: https://www.summitinabox.co/challenge

Think you need to be an extrovert to host a successful virtual summit? Think again! This week, I'm chatting with business strategist Tara Reid, who has hosted over 15 virtual summits while staying true to her introverted nature. Tara shares her approach to energy management when planning summits, including how she decides between live and evergreen formats based on her current energy levels. You'll discover her must-have systems and automations that make summit hosting feel less overwhelming, plus learn how she promotes her events without being on social media at all. Whether you're an introvert who's been hesitant to host a summit or you're just looking for ways to make your next event less draining, this episode is packed with practical strategies. For show notes, head to https://summithosthangout.com/308