• SPI 927: The Five-Step Story Method That Grows Your Brand
    Apr 29 2026
    #927 In a world of infinite content, storytelling is a superpower and the number one way to stand out. As entrepreneurs and creators, sharing stories that move people, build trust, and convert should be a vital component of our success strategy. If you don't believe you can pull blockbusters from your day-to-day life or don't see yourself as a natural storyteller, this episode is for you! Listen in because I'll walk you through the exact five-step method I use to turn everyday events into captivating brand-building narratives. I'll also teach you how to spot potential stories as they're happening to you in real time. All this to help you mine your firsts, your failures, and your emotions for content that connects with your audience and builds superfans! Tune in to today's session to start building your story bank and become irreplaceable! This applies to creators at every level, so don't miss out on next-level results! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session927.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    24 Min.
  • SPI 926: Take This Test to Beat the Trust Recession and Win Big
    Apr 22 2026
    #926 Fully fake creators, made-up reviews and testimonials, AI slop for days, and scam offers have driven us deep into a trust recession! People are now spending more time figuring out if you're legitimate than they do watching your actual content. If you don't have the right proof in place, this might be hurting your conversions already! Ask yourself, how many clicks would it take for someone to find out you're the real deal? Is there any evidence to back your claims and credentials? And by the way, when was the last time you shared something truly vulnerable? Distrust is the default nowadays. Listen in on today's episode because I'll share my best strategies to help you leverage authenticity and come out of this recession on top! Not only that, but I'll also walk you through a powerful content test that will reveal exactly where you're losing potential fans and how to course-correct for success. Show notes and more at SmartPassiveincome.com/session926.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    30 Min.
  • SPI 925: The Top Lessons from 20+ Years of Personal Branding with Cliff Ravenscraft
    Apr 15 2026
    #925 What happens if you grow a personal brand that's no longer aligned with your purpose? Do you follow your energy into a new identity and start from scratch? If you abandon your business, can you ever return to it without losing momentum? These are all questions I tackle today with my good friend Cliff Ravenscraft. He's bringing back the incredible Podcast Answer Man brand he built 20 years ago, picking up where he left off with an audio-first approach that flies in the face of video podcasting. Cliff looks back at the big leaps he's made over the years to extract and share his most powerful lessons. Listen in because he's the real deal. As a mindset and business coach, Cliff has helped countless entrepreneurs and creators build thriving personal brands. And as you'll hear, he's been able to change lives with a single, simple question. Tune in! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session925.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    59 Min.
  • SPI 924: Unexpected Wins From Our Short-Form Challenge
    Apr 8 2026
    #924 Do you have a business, or are you just making videos? Many people chase going viral instead of focusing on what matters most for online entrepreneurs. Building confidence and consistency are the true benefits of posting daily. These are the skills that will grow your brand and put you in front of the right audience! Today, I'm chatting with two creators who've committed to showing up on camera every day for 30 days. Virginia A. Lee used this challenge to uplevel her courage to post and experiment. With some of her more "imperfect" videos performing well, she's found more freedom to build a following around her authenticity. Jennifer Sinclair from Catucopia is learning how to grab attention with her videos and getting into the rhythm of creating daily. With her now optimized production workflow, she's keeping the momentum going beyond the first month! Listen in and join my upcoming 14-day challenge if you're ready to start with short-form video! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session924.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    23 Min.
  • SPI 923: Short-Form Video Case Studies (From Challenge Participants!)
    Apr 1 2026
    #923 What happens when real people commit to showing up on camera every day for a solid month? If you've been following my 30-day short-form video challenge, listen in on this episode to hear from two participants who have made the most of this opportunity! First, I chat with Karen Bemmes. Her channel, Gluten Free from the 513, hasn't gone viral yet. Instead, Karen has finally landed on a format that works for her and leveled up her on-camera confidence. She's also started going live more, pulling in thousands of viewers and creating connections around the world! My second guest is Adam Hague from DiceDrinksAndDadJokes. Adam has kept his momentum going well beyond the first 30 days and is getting millions of views on Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts. You'll hear all about how he's attracting true superfans documenting his brick-by-brick castle build in daily videos. Join us for a big dose of inspiration! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session923.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    27 Min.
  • SPI 922: Lessons Learned Running a Community Since 1996 with  Paul Gowder
    Mar 27 2026
    #922 Imagine learning from someone who's been running an online community for 30 years. Listen in, because that’s exactly what’s about to happen in today’s incredible episode! That's right! My guest, Paul Gowder, started his website and online business in 1996. He is still doing unbelievable work in his niche at PowWows.com, promoting and celebrating Native American culture and events. With a special focus on live streaming, content strategy, and community building, my chat with Paul is an absolute game-changer for anyone looking to build a legacy! We'll dive into using Ecamm Live to reach audiences across the globe. Paul is also among the growing number of creators who swear by using Facebook in 2026 for massive growth. We're talking something like one hundred and fifty million monetized views per month, so don't miss out on this session! We'll also discuss public and private online communities to arm you with real tactics that can bring your superfans together! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session922.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    29 Min.
  • SPI 921: Growing a $9 Offer Into a Multi-Six-Figure Brand with Liz Wilcox
    Mar 25 2026
    #921 Social media is just media nowadays. But if you want to foster deep relationships with your audience, email is where the real conversations happen! That's not even the best part, though. I know you'll love that when done right, you can basically 40x every dollar you spend on email marketing. In fact, if you're anything like today's guest, you might even bump that up to $250 for every dollar spent. That's bananas! Listen in on today's episode for a game-changing conversation with Liz Wilcox. From her inspiring community to her next-level email knowledge, Liz is doing everything right and showing up authentically for her audience. Liz is a master at putting her true self out there to build on her highly targeted following and email list. We discuss her growth tactics, creating true passive income, enabling your community members to serve each other, and more. Don't miss this awesome chat! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session921.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    36 Min.
  • SPI 920: Get More Business than You Can Handle in the Age of AI with James Barnard
    Mar 18 2026
    #920 Quick, think about tasks and skills that can easily be replaced by AI. Logo design has to be somewhere near the top, right? Well, today's chat with my guest, James Barnard, will shift your perspective on becoming irreplaceable and indispensable. Despite AI companies throwing their full force at his niche, James' logo design business is booming in 2026! This session will open your eyes to the key concepts that can help you thrive no matter how low your AI-powered competitors are willing to sink. Tune in because James shares the exact content creation system he uses to turn short-form video viewers into clients and students. We discuss scripting, on-camera confidence, balancing education and entertainment, choosing the right platforms to post on, finding your ideal publishing schedule, DM automation, and more. James then blew me away with his incredible online community strategy. Listen in to hear how a clever partnership with Adobe is providing next-level value for his members! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session920.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    37 Min.