The Smart Passive Income Online Business and Blogging Podcast

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Never wonder what to post again. Get a full year of social media AND email ideas to attract, connect, and keep your superfans. Sign up: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/calendar Host Liz Wilcox reveal all of her online business and blogging strategies, income sources and killer marketing tips and tricks so you can be ahead of the curve with your online business. Discover how you can create multiple passive income streams that work for you so that you can have the time and freedom to do what you love, whether it's traveling the world, or just living comfortably at home. Special guest co-host appearances by Pat Flynn, original creator of the Smart Passive Income podcast. Since 2008, Pat Flynn has been supporting his family with his many online businesses, and he's been openly sharing his wins, his losses, and all the lessons in between with the community of energetic but humble entrepreneurs who follow him. Liz Wilcox, the Fresh Princess of Email Marketing, has built a multi-six-figure business from a $9 offer — without ads — and brings her no-nonsense expertise in email marketing, community building, and authentic audience connection to every episode. You'll learn about building authority online, email marketing, building a team and outsourcing, content marketing, podcasting, search engine optimization, niche sites, social media strategies, how to get more traffic, creating online courses, affiliate marketing, and productivity tips so that you create something amazing without burning yourself out. It's a mix of interviews with special guests, along with co-hosts shows from Pat and Liz you're not going to want to miss. Hit subscribe, and get ready to change your life. ]]>

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November 11, 202642 min

SPI 955: How to Sell on Black Friday Without Feeling Salesy

#955 I'm sure you'll agree, running a business is not easy. Most of all, it's difficult to get out of your head and just start selling without feeling salesy. But boo, even if all we want is to help and serve our people, we have a responsibility to sell. We might not be in business for long if we don't. So why aren't you as excited as I am about Black Friday, the biggest sales day of the year? Heck, you might not even have anything planned yet. And if it's because everyone else is doing it and you don't want to add to the noise, listen in on this episode! I'll share the mindset shifts you likely need to make to show up and set yourself up for success. This is all based on the internal dialogue I always have to overcome to give my boldest ideas a real chance, so tune in! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session955 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

November 9, 202645 min

The Mystery Side Hustle That Pays You to Shop with Mercedes Eckert

MM #006 Getting paid to stay overnight at casinos, eat at fancy restaurants, and tour apartments sounds too good to be true. That's why many ads that highlight the perks of mystery shopping gigs can feel scammy. But becoming a mystery shopper is a perfectly legitimate side hustle. Mercedes Eckert proves it! This woman is fun. This woman is savvy. This woman can teach us a lot about starting small and scaling big. Her first mystery shop was a ten-minute stop at a gas station back in 2013. Now, she’s trained over 25,000 mystery shoppers and hosts a two-day conference in Vegas, complete with a snazzy gala and awards ceremony! If you're not sure how this works, listen in! Mercedes breaks it all down, from trying out a few easy shops to earning a solid monthly income. We also dive into her business and community, her powerful webinar funnel, the pros and cons of running Meta ads, and overcoming the fear of charging your worth! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/mm006 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

November 6, 202612 min

Can I Get Big Course Sales from Low-Ticket Buyers?

AL #023 Courses are dead, allegedly. They're too expensive, and no one's buying. So why do I still see people making hundreds of thousands, even millions, selling their courses? And no, you don't need to water down your offer or make it cheaper. You just need to get people to take real action and deliver tangible results! On today's AskLiz episode, we're tackling a question along these lines coming from Hugh Comerford. His book, The Hümmo Method , is out now, and he's also selling a high-ticket course for people who want to learn more from him. Is the 10x price jump between these two offers too much of a stretch? Does he need something in the middle to get more buyers? My answer is no! As a general rule of thumb, I don't want you creating products no one is asking for. So tune in to find out what to focus on instead! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/al023 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

November 4, 202626 min

SPI 954: My Team Says I’m Going Too Far for Black Friday!

#954 I won't bury the lede. The truth is, I just love Black Friday! Even though it's become controversial, this is still the biggest shopping day of the year. In fact, I've earned nearly one million dollars from my Black Friday deals! Done right, this season can truly be less of a trickle and more of a flood of customers! So listen in on today's session for my thoughts on how to make Black Friday count for your business. And for more strategies, check out my Bankable Black Friday training! But there's one more reason to tune in right now! This Black Friday, I'm running the largest sale in SPI history. I'm going all out, and frankly, everyone on the team is asking me not to do it. But I wanted to create an absolute no-brainer offer for my people! You have to listen in to learn more because I have two words for you: Lifetime Pass! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session954 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

November 2, 202641 min

Email List Growth on Socials Without Posting Daily with Neha Nautiyal

MM #005 Many of us try to act like the sage on the stage or appear super buttoned up and polished. We worry our content's not good enough because it doesn't look professional. But the reality is that the more we aim for picture-perfect, the less relatable we become. And then we wonder why our audience isn't growing! Today's Member Monday episode proves that the real path to building a creator business is paved with transparency and persistence. We'll hear from Neha Nautiyal, who treats every failure as just another data point. And this is the exact mindset that led to the viral moment that changed everything for her Neha also breaks down her awesome Instagram strategy. As you'll hear, she's all about balance and posting when inspiration strikes, instead of forcing daily content. And with ManyChat and Kit, she has her list building on auto! Listen in! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/mm005 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

October 30, 20266 min

Should I Grow My Email List or My Reach on Socials First?

AL #022 If you're just starting out, you likely haven't grown much of an email list or a big following on socials. Figuring out which to build first can feel like a chicken-and-egg kind of thing. So what do you do? I'll be honest with you. Social media has always been a struggle for me, and I'm only now starting to take it seriously. Yep, seven years into running my personal brand! But why now? The answer is actually really simple, and it's just ManyChat! I swear this isn't a sponsored episode, but using DM automation changes everything. You know I used to be all about OPP. I would show up as a guest on other people's platforms, offer value, nail my pitch, and attract new email subscribers. And all that still works! But pairing it with ManyChat on Instagram has opened up a whole new way to grow. Tune in to hear how I use it! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/al022 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

October 28, 202640 min

SPI 953: How Pat’s Spending His SPI Sale Money

#953 Pat is back with an update! From buying an 8,000-square-foot building in San Diego and turning it into a full-on film studio to possibly partnering with Tom Brady's card shop, big things are happening at Deep Pocket Monster! It hasn't even been that long since I took over SPI, but a lot has already changed on Pat's end. Today, he shares his plans with us, breaks down what his workdays look like, and gives us a look at the massive numbers he's pulling on YouTube. But as excited as Pat is to take on new challenges, he's still turning down plenty of opportunities. Listen in to learn why he said no to a million-dollar brand deal and what kind of example he hopes to set for his young audience! Tune in and join us for this catch-up! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session953 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

October 26, 202631 min

200K TikTok Followers in Four Months with Marion Bevington

MM #004 There's freedom in saying yes to yourself. That's why the more you say yes to your ideas, the more creative you'll be. I love that as the takeaway from today's Monday Members chat with my guest, Marion Bevington. As you'll hear, she's overcoming important obstacles and putting herself out there to build a community around her mission! In fact, being herself is what helped her attract nearly 200,000 young followers on TikTok in just four months! And I'm sure listening in on today's episode will inspire you to follow in her footsteps. You'll hear how Marion has locked in on a mindset that finds as much value in the lows as in the highs. We'll learn more about her book on IBS, what creating looks like when you can't see the phone in front of you, and why posting unfiltered attracts true superfans. Enjoy! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/mm004 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

October 23, 202613 min

How Do I Use My Email List as a Service Provider?

Al #021 Applying generalized email strategies you find online often gets "meh" results. It can feel like you're wasting time and resources. And that's especially true for niche service providers who only need a few long-term clients and aren't looking to sell tons of products. Side note: that's why these AskLiz episodes are so neat. Let me know what you're dealing with at SpeakPipe.com/LizWilcox, and I'll give you my best advice for your specific situation. But in this episode, I'm sharing my top email marketing tips for service-based businesses. If you're anything like Tracy, who submitted the question for today's session, you might need help optimizing your welcome sequence, improving your open rates, and getting more replies. And that's a great way to start feeling like email is actually contributing to your business! I'll cover hand-raiser emails, super signatures, how to showcase your expertise, how to address objections, and the exact sequences you should consider! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/al021 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

October 21, 202646 min

SPI 952: Getting Out of Your Own Way to Unlock Real Growth with Allan Ngo

#952 What happens when you just decide to do it? What can you achieve if you put the drama away, stop overthinking, and focus on taking action? Instead of indulging every little limiting thought, how about you get out of your own way? In today's episode, I'm chatting with one of my favorite people, Allan Ngo of DigitalSolopreneur.com. As you'll hear, Allan is an absolute treat! He lives in the Philippines and does incredible work helping his followers build businesses that generate serious revenue without taking over their whole lives. We'll dive into how Allan has managed to break into the North American market, the serve-first mindset he's built his brand on, leading through action, and overcoming limiting beliefs. I'm so excited about this session because Allan is truly all about helping others succeed while building community and connection. While I could gush about him all day, I'll let Allan inspire you to think bigger! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session952 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .