The Rise To The Top

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An Uncensored Conversation with the Most Controversial Guy in Marketing…Billy Gene – Episode #42 Dec 18, 2018

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WARNING: Explicit conversation ahead!

Today I have a very different type of guest on the podcast, and if you're easily offended by adult language, this is not the episode for you. But if you're curious to hear from the most controversial guy in marketing, then tune in to my no-holds-barred conversation with the one and only Billy Gene. He joins me today to discuss everything from the nitty-gritty of online marketing and how he differentiated his company to the smartest business decision he ever made and what it really takes to be a successful entrepreneur.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://therisetothetop.com/episode42

How Pejman Ghadimi Created TWO Online Course Brands Doing Over $5 million A Year – Episode #41 Dec 11, 2018

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Pejman Ghadimi is the founder of four major businesses that collectively gross over $100 million in annual revenue, including two online course brands that are making over $5 million per year. He has a very unique perspective on success, finance, and entrepreneurship, and I invited him on the show for a candid conversation to get into the nitty gritty about his brands and businesses. Listen in to hear all about how he markets so effectively, the pricing model that has worked wonders for him, what he has done to differentiate himself, and so much more.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://therisetothetop.com/episode41

How To Come Up With Awesome Bonuses To Include In Your Online Course (3 big tips) – Episode #40 Dec 04, 2018

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It's common for online course creators to try enticing people to sign up by offering bonuses, but how do you know what to offer? Today I'm here with a quick episode to share the methodology behind this practice so you're not shooting in the dark when offering extras. Listen in to learn how you can take advantage of bonuses in your online courses to help your students and make more sales.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://therisetothetop.com/episode40

The 1-Page 6-Month Strategic Plan That Will Change Everything – Episode #39 Nov 27, 2018

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When it comes to running an online business, you've got to go in with a plan. It's crucial to know where you're headed so you can figure out the best way to get there. So today, I'm going to share with you a valuable tool for gaining clarity and figuring out what your next four to six months will look like in your business. I'm sharing something with you today that people have paid up to $25,000 for, but you're gonna get it for free, so be sure to tune in!

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://therisetothetop.com/episode39

Help I need more sales. Should I tweak my offer/funnel? With Norman Eng – Episode #38 Nov 20, 2018

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Many people launch a course, make some sales and then ask – what's next? In this episode I'll be digging into Norman Eng's online course on teaching professors. You'll really learn a lot from this as we figure out how to adjust things and re-evaluate what works and what doesn't when it comes to launching and following up. The launch is not your end-all-be-all, it's a starting point that has a ton of value to give you when it's time to up your game.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://therisetothetop.com/episode38

From The Corporate World To A Massively Successful Baby Sleep Coaching Business with Tamiko Kelly – Episode #37 Nov 13, 2018

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When it comes to starting an online course, many people think they need a massive team to get started but all you need is yourself and the will to make it work. Tamiko Kelly joins me on the show to share her awesome success story on starting a sleep coaching business on her own and scaling it into a massive online business. We discuss the importance of being coachable as well as the need for having the will to make it work despite starting small or in an unfamiliar place. Tamiko also talks about how she grew her audience pre-Facebook and then later with Facebook and other methods. Her advice on keeping focus, getting the RIGHT subscribers and much more.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://therisetothetop.com/episode37

What To Do When Things Get Tough (and much more) with Ryan Lee – Episode #36 Nov 06, 2018

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Today I'm bringing you a wide-ranging conversation with one of my original mentors and good friends, Ryan Lee. Now, Ryan has done just about everything in the online world, and what I love is that he does it the right way, with ethics and putting the customer first. He's made many different pivots and changes throughout his career, and he's been involved in several different businesses, so he really knows his stuff.

In this episode, Ryan and I talk about what to do when times get tough, what entrepreneurs really need to focus on, the problem with over-hyped marketing, and so much more. Listen in to hear his refreshing advice on how to make your business a success, as well as some great stories and insights along the way.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://therisetothetop.com/episode36

How do I scale my online course? – Episode #35 Oct 30, 2018

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When you think about getting your students results, it's easy to want to help them every step of the way. But how do you do this without letting it take up all your time? That's what my student Lynn Palermo is here to talk about for today's coaching episode.

Lynn's got great courses, but they're live-led, so she's basically doing coaching in a course format. She wants to scale and get them from live-led to evergreen, and I'm here to help her figure out how to do it. Listen in to hear my advice on scaling, as well as some other important things to keep in mind about pricing, consolidation, and more.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://therisetothetop.com/episode35

How do I get started? – Episode #34 Oct 23, 2018

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Today we've got another coaching episode! Joining me on the podcast is Ben James, who wants to know how to start his online course and how to make it work while he still has a day job. I know it can feel daunting to start from scratch—whether it's because you have tons of ideas and you're not sure how to choose one, or because you don't even know where to begin—but this episode is here to help you with that. Listen in to hear my advice on choosing a subject, how to target a niche, ways to generate traffic, and lots more.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://therisetothetop.com/episode34

I need to grow my email list and I'm stuck! What should I do?!?! – Episode #33 Oct 16, 2018

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Today I'm tackling a very common issue that I see people struggle with: growing your email list. But instead of me just spewing list-building tips, I'm bringing one of my Create Awesome Online Courses students on so I can help her with this exact problem.

Victoria Maskell is trying to grow her email list as she's moving forward in creating and launching her online course, but she's stuck and not quite sure where to go from here. So in this episode, I dissect her situation and give her my advice on the subject. I guarantee you, matter the size of your list, you'll pick up some huge insights that'll help you move forward with growing your list, as well.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://therisetothetop.com/episode33

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