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Google’s Veo3 Changed Video Forever. Here’s What It Can Actually Do w/ Sam ⏐ Ep. #190 Jul 02, 2025

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I sat down with Sam Thompson again to dive deep into how he’s actually using Veo3 to create viral style AI videos and turn them into real business opportunities. We got tactical on everything from building niche media accounts to running ads for local businesses using short form, hyper specific clips. Sam shared his full prompting framework, how he uses ChatGPT to help write scripts, and even the tricks he’s learned after spending over $1,000 testing different styles. We also talked about how this isn’t just a gimmick. If you’re playing with these tools now, you’re learning skills that’ll be wildly valuable when the tech levels up.

You can find Sam on X/Twitter (https://x.com/ImSamThompson) and check out what he’s building at https://www.unlimitedcontent.com/

Timestamps below. Enjoy!

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00:00 Exploring VO3: The Future of Video Generation
03:00 Creative Applications of VO3 in Advertising
05:46 Crafting Effective Prompts for VO3
09:10 Innovative Business Ideas with VO3
12:05 The Evolution of Content Creation and Monetization
14:57 The Future of AI in Video Production

Don’t Quit Your Job… Yet. Listen to This First ⏐ Ep. #189 Jun 30, 2025

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Today I talk about the most controversial question in entrepreneurship: should you quit your job to start a business? It’s something I’ve wrestled with for years, and in this episode I share the frameworks, personal stories, and mindset shifts that have helped me figure out when to go all in and when to hold back. Then I bring on my friend Steven Hale, who actually did it. He walked away from a high-paying job at a publicly traded company and launched Oak Bridge, which went from zero to 25 employees and nearly $6 million in revenue in just one year. We talk about the fear, the clarity, the hard choices, and why sometimes you need your options taken away in order to move forward. If you’re stuck at the edge of the leap, this one’s for you. You can reach out to Steven on LinkedIn or by email at steven@oakbridgeas.com

Timestamps below. Enjoy!

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00:00 The Great Boat Burning Debate
02:46 Understanding the Risks of Entrepreneurship
06:00 Personal Stories of Burning the Boats
08:52 Strategic Planning for Business Success
12:08 The Journey of Stephen Hale
13:20 Navigating Career Transitions
14:47 The Journey to Ownership and Entrepreneurship
16:40 Navigating the Early Days of a Startup
19:16 Balancing Confidence and Insecurity
20:08 The Joy of Building and Creating
24:09 Overcoming Fear and Taking Risks
26:44 Lessons Learned and Moving Forward

You Don’t Need to Invent New AI Tool. Just Package One Use Case ⏐ Ep. #188 Jun 27, 2025

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HoldCo Bros are back! In this episode, Nik and I talk about a bunch of AI wrapper ideas you could build today without needing to invent anything new. We talk about using ChatGPT to create personalized trivia games for parents and kids, then turn that into a full-blown business idea, just package it as a niche mobile app. We also brainstorm an AI handyman mentor, where ChatGPT walks you through fixing stuff around the house via voice and video. Later, we go deep on how image generation tools can power things like AI-powered postcards that show homeowners what their house would look like with new paint, windows, or landscaping. All real tools. All working today. You just need to package the use case.

Learn more about Nik here: http://linktr.ee/cofoundersnik

Share your ideas with us:

Nik@cofounders.com
Chris@cofounders.com

Timestamps below. Enjoy!

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00:00 - Highlights
01:00 - Trivia Game Idea with ChatGPT
05:34 - Build a Family Trivia App
07:45 - AI Captures Family Stories
12:27 - HandymanMentors.com Idea
19:37 - DIY Kits for Learning Home Repairs
23:56 - ChatGPT as a Virtual Handyman
28:46 - Free Gifts Hack: Mailing Wedding Invites
31:07 - Personalized Postcards with AI
33:31 - Live Remodel Previews Using AI

You’re Doing Everything Except the One Thing That Works w/ Sam ⏐ Ep. #187 Jun 25, 2025

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I sat down with Sam Thompson again and we talked about how starting a business really isn't that complicated. We broke down why perfect logos, pricing models, or websites don’t matter early on, and how getting on sales calls with nothing to sell is often the best place to begin. We shared an example of a guy who launched a Google Maps optimization service from scratch (no prior experience) and closed clients in under 30 days. We also talked about pricing strategies, paid ads, building confidence through customer conversations, and even how AI tools like Replit and ChatGPT can be packaged into customizable templates and sold as one-time products. If you’ve been thinking about launching something simple but powerful, this idea might be exactly what you need.

You can find Sam on X/Twitter (https://x.com/ImSamThompson) and check out what he’s building at https://www.unlimitedcontent.com/

Timestamps below. Enjoy!

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00:00 Impatience with Action, Patience with Results
03:02 The Power of First Party Customer Research
06:00 Adapting to Customer Needs
08:55 Understanding Willingness to Pay
11:47 The Importance of Action Over Research
15:05 Pricing Strategies for Success
17:59 Creating Value for Customers
19:58 Navigating Idea Hopping
23:44 Innovative Product Ideas and Market Fit
30:45 Replit Wrapper Idea

A Business Anyone Can Start Today With Just $100 ⏐ Ep. #186 Jun 23, 2025

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I sat down to break down one of the most overlooked service business ideas out there: mailbox installation and repair. This is the kind of high-margin local business that’s hiding in plain sight, with real entrepreneurs pulling in over $9K a week just by fixing what’s already broken. We talked about how to start with almost no money, how to land HOA contracts, and why this is a goldmine for offline lead generation and local SEO. I also got into ways to turn this into a real ecommerce play using custom products, AI-driven mockups, and smart Facebook ad targeting. If you’ve been looking for a simple scalable service business that can actually make money, this one’s for you.

Timestamps below. Enjoy!

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00:00 Unlocking Hidden Business Opportunities
03:04 The Mailbox Repair Market: An Untapped Goldmine
05:49 Diverse Business Approaches: From Handyman to Custom Designs
08:42 Marketing Strategies for Success
12:01 Scaling Your Mailbox Business
15:09 The Path to Starting Your Business
18:04 Understanding Your Market Potential
20:59 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Starting a Business Has Never Been Easier. Here’s How to Capitalize⏐ Ep. #185 Jun 20, 2025

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HoldCo Bros are back! In this episode, Nik and I talk about why starting a business has never been easier—and how to actually take advantage of that. We go deep on AI-powered outreach and automation, including a guy closing $7K/month deals with in-person pitches and guarantees, and a 24-year-old automating CPA services with 140 clients at $50/month. We also got into selling custom GPTs, why friction kills momentum, and the idea of a local handyman “fantasy camp” for guys like us who never learned how to fix a sprinkler. Finally, we brainstormed more B2B piggyback businesses like pool digging and fence post augering—ideas you can copy and launch fast.

Learn more about Nik here: http://linktr.ee/cofoundersnik

Share your ideas with us:

Nik@cofounders.com
Chris@cofounders.com

Timestamps below. Enjoy!

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00:00 Highlights
00:45 Intro for New Listeners
02:48 Start of The Episode
06:02 Cold Outreach and Sales Strategies
08:55 Piggybacking on Existing Businesses
11:59 Emerging Opportunities in Home Services
17:43 Leveraging AI for Business Growth
23:56 The Importance of Reducing Friction in Entrepreneurship
29:46 Hands-On Learning and DIY Business Ideas

Your Playbook to Selling Anything on the Internet in 2025| Ep. #184 Jun 18, 2025

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👋 Welcome to The Koerner Office!

If you're here from my MFM appearance, thank you! You're gonna love this show.
BUT this episode is better on YouTube because it's super visual and tactical.
▶️ Watch it here → https://youtu.be/uUlU5G1Nda0

This one covers Facebook Ads for Beginners, but if you want my best episodes start here:

🔥 Ep 164: The Most Overlooked Way to Make Money Online (Directory Biz)
🔥 Ep 161: Missed Every Gold Rush
🔥 Ep 163: You're Overthinking It. Here’s the Simple Way to Start (ft. Nick Huber)
🔥 Ep 169: How to Actually Make Money with ChatGPT
🔥 Ep 162: I’ve Started 75+ Businesses — Here’s What Matters
💎 Bonus Bangers: Ep 73, 123, 156, 167, 171, 173

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I sat down to record this five-part crash course for anyone struggling to make Facebook ads actually work. Whether you're running a local business, selling an online product, or just trying to get more leads or sales, this series walks you through everything from the ground up. I cover how to build winning campaigns in Meta Ads Manager, write high-converting ad copy, test ads without wasting money, and scale from $10 to $500/day. I also share my favorite low-budget hacks, ad examples, and shortcuts for getting cheap leads and better ROAS. If you're trying to grow with digital marketing, this is the step-by-step blueprint you need.
🚀 Get 30 days of powerful AI tools for free with HighLevel. Automate your funnels, follow-ups, and more, all in one platform.
👉 Try it here: https://www.gohighlevel.com/

Timestamps below. Enjoy!

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Watch this on YouTube instead here: tkopod.co/p-yt
Ask me a question on or off the show here: http://tkopod.co/p-ask
Learn more about me: http://tkopod.co/p-cjk
Learn about my company: http://tkopod.co/p-cof
Follow me on Twitter here: http://tkopod.co/p-x
Free weekly business ideas newsletter: http://tkopod.co/p-nl
Share this podcast: http://tkopod.co/p-all
Scrape small business data: http://tkopod.co/p-os
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00:00 Introduction to Facebook Ads for Noobs
11:07 Building Your First Facebook Campaign
18:24 Writing High-Performing Facebook Ad Copy
23:32 Crafting Compelling Visuals for Ads
26:16 Writing Like a Human: The Key to Engagement
29:49 Testing and Optimization: The Science of Ads
35:28 Scaling and Automation: Growing Your Ad Strategy
42:14 Expert Shortcuts: Accelerating Your Ad Success

Here's Exactly How You Can Let Robots Do all the Work for You | Ep. #183 Jun 16, 2025

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I sat down with Flo Crivello, the founder of Lindy, and this one completely changed how I think about AI agents. We talked about how Lindy works like an AI employee that can handle everything from customer support and sales outreach to booking meetings and even making phone calls. Flo showed me real examples from his own workflow, daily digests, email triage, recruiting, you name it. We also got into how people are already building entire agencies on top of Lindy, charging thousands a month just to set up and maintain these AI flows. If you're even slightly interested in automation, starting a business, or just want to work less and get more done, you need to hear this.

https://www.lindy.ai/

Timestamps below. Enjoy!

00:00 The Rise of AI Agents
02:46 Understanding AI Agents vs. Automation
05:58 Practical Applications of AI Agents
08:46 AI Agents in Sales and Customer Support
12:10 Innovative Use Cases and Examples
14:59 The Future of AI Agents in Business
17:53 Building Agencies with AI Agents
20:45 Challenges and Limitations of AI Agents
24:08 The Human Element in AI Interactions
27:01 Integrating AI Agents into Existing Workflows
29:50 The Future of AI in Recruitment and Lead Generation
32:43 Conclusion and Future Outlook

The Easiest Way to Test Any Business Idea⏐Holdco Bros. Ep. #182 Jun 13, 2025

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HoldCo Bros are back! In this episode, Nik and I discussed a bunch of real-world business ideas. We started with how I generated 70+ high-intent leads for a secret pickleball club using just $200 in Facebook ads. We got into the economics of renting out backyard sport courts, talked about a Swimpley-style marketplace for pickleball (www.portacourts.com), and broke down why bathtub refinishing might be one of the best overlooked home service businesses out there. Toward the end, we talked through a new idea for an AI-powered accountability partner that feels more like texting a friend than using an app.

Learn more about Nik here: http://linktr.ee/cofoundersnik

Share your ideas with us:

Nik@cofounders.com
Chris@cofounders.com

Timestamps below. Enjoy!

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00:00 Building a Pickleball Club: A Unique Business Idea
12:03 Exploring the Bathtub Refinishing Business
24:11 Leveraging AI for Accountability and Personal Growth

The Most Overlooked Way to Make Money with AI (+10 More Ideas) - Chat with Michael Girdley | Ep. #181 Jun 11, 2025

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I sat down with Michael Girdley again for part 2 of our business idea marathon. If you haven’t listened to part 1 yet, go check out Ep. #178.

In this one, we talked about cloning your content with ElevenLabs for massive Facebook monetization, recreating hit shows for different cultures, and how someone could legally take over a Texas county with just 20 friends. We also got into the craziest invention idea I’ve ever heard, literally a mosquito-zapping Death Star powered by AI.

This one’s loaded with wild, practical, and “someone’s definitely going to do this” startup ideas.

You can find Michael on X at https://x.com/girdley or at https://girdley.com

Timestamps below. Enjoy!

00:00 Unlocking Facebook's Hidden Potential
03:01 The Power of Cultural Adaptation in Media
05:55 Internationalization as a Service: A New Business Model
08:51 The Mosquito Death Star: A Revolutionary Idea
11:45 Exploiting Local Government Loopholes
24:46 Pro-Natalism: Investing in the Future
28:55 Final Thoughts and Business Ideas

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