JohnnyBoy Studios
154 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsPractical business building for new entrepreneurs and small business owners. Motivation and a look behind the curtain as we grow from day 1! Johnny has worked both in and with small businesses and entrepreneurs for almost 20 years and during that time has learned so much. In this podcast Johnny shares insight for how he is growing his business as well as encouragement and motivation for others. Johnny's journey has been incredible and he is excited to share with you tools, tips, tactics, and more he has gleaned along the way. He is even bringing along a few special guest for the ride! Subscribe to hear the latest from the Studios.
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050 ~ 2021 A Year In Review
December 26, 2021 00:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB2021 for me was a Year of Foundation. It was all about laying a framework, establishing a brand, putting out various content to have a body of work to point back to. It was a great year. In this episode I want to take a look back at what has worked, what didn't work so well, and plans for next year! Join me as we close out the year together. Send me an email and let me know how 2021 was for you! Let's connect! JohnnyBoy Studios on YouTube Join my mailing list for more content delivered di...
049 ~ If It Were Easy What Would It Look Like?
December 22, 2021 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.54 MBAs humans we have a tendency to overcomplicate things and as a result it keeps us from ever going after our goals. I have felt this and you probably have too. When we look at what we want to accomplish there are 42 thousand barriers in our way preventing us from accomplishing them, so we never even start. We never take the first steps toward those goals because what's the point? I want to help you get past those limiting thoughts with this one simple question; If it were easy what would it...
048 ~ The NaNoWriMo Wrap Up
December 16, 2021 00:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBNovember is the National Novel Writers Month, and every year thousands of people gather together (virtually) to complete a 50,000 word first draft of their novel. This event is called NaNoWriMo. For years I have thought of joining in the global phenomenon and write my own first draft of either a fantasy novel or a personal development book, but the timing has never seemed correct. 2021 has been a year of creation for me with this podcast, YouTube, coaching, and I finally feel ready to get b...
047 ~ How Bad Do You Want It?
December 09, 2021 22:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBIt's a simple question we often need to ask ourselves when we are thinking of starting a new project or endeavor, or when we are in the middle of one and thinking about continuing. As we close in on the end of the year and start planning out what we want to accomplish or achieve next year I feel this is the time to sit with ourselves for a minute and ask; how badly do I want _____? Email me and let's find out together. Let's connect! JohnnyBoy Studios on YouTube Join my mailing list for m...
046 ~ Promos In Business
December 04, 2021 22:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBRight now is the perfect time to offer a seasonal promotion in your business. Right now the US is in full purchasing mode with the holiday season upon us so by offering additional products or services you create new chances to bring visitors to your business. Today I am discussing a few of my beliefs around promotions, how and where you should have them in your business, and how I am implementing this concept in JohnnyBoy Studios. Tune in to hear more! Let's connect! JohnnyBoy Studios on Y...
045 ~ Feat Steven Reyes
November 22, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBToday I am joined by my long term friend Steven Reyes to discuss both our professional histories and personal friendship, and our super secret project we have been working on together since the beginning of the year. This is something we put a ton of thought and planning into and have been making real progress to our original launch date of 11/22/21. In February Steven and I began working on this secret project and this episode will be diving deep into it! Tune in to this conversation and...
044 ~ Book Review; Superfans
November 16, 2021 22:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBToday I am reviewing the book "Superfans: The Easy Way to Stand Out, Grow Your Tribe, and Build a Successful Business" by Pat Flynn, host of the award-winning podcast Smart Passive Income. From inside the jacket; Want to create a brand that will stand the test of time? Want to build a business that will last, one made to withstand the onslaught of competition, the whims of algorithmic changes, and the unscrupulous efforts of trolls and hackers? The key isn't the best technology, the most di...
043 ~ Have You Heard of NaNoWriMo?
November 01, 2021 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBNovember is the National Novel Writers Month, and every year thousands of people gather together (virtually) to complete a 50,000 word first draft of their novel. This event is called NaNoWriMo. For years I have thought of joining in the global phenomenon and write my own first draft of either a fantasy novel or a personal development book, but the timing has never seemed correct. 2021 has been a year of creation for me with this podcast, YouTube, coaching, and I finally feel ready to get ...
042 ~ 13 Tips to writing and publishing your book
October 30, 2021 22:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBA book is a wonderful way to introduce people to you, your brand, and your services. A well written eBook can serve as a lead magnet for attracting new eyes to your website. A full library can help to gain momentum in other areas of your career. Books can lead to speaking gigs, new clients, entry points into courses, private coaching, more book sells, guest appearances, gain authority in your space, connections, influence and so much more. In today's episode I want to provide you with ...
041 ~ Grow Your Library, Leaders Are Readers
October 20, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MB"You will be the same person in five years as you are today except for the people you meet and the books you read." - Charlie "Tremendous" Jones If you want to get better in any area of your life, devote time each day to study on that topic. Become a ferocious consumer of content. Leader are readers. I believe everyone should have a library they are constantly adding to, and a taking action on the knowledge they consume. In today's episode I discuss why Leaders are Readers and why everyo...
040 ~ Goal Planning; Getting Ready For Next Year
October 15, 2021 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBForecasting is important whether we are talking building a business or in your personal aspects. Knowing where you want to go is the first step before crafting a plan to get to that destination. Today I want to tell you about how I am already looking 2022 and what I want to accomplish over the coming 12 months. That's right, I am already outlining the year for the podcast, my YouTube channel, my photography, my coaching practice, and more. I would encourage you to do the same and to make y...
039 ~ Have You Ever Felt Stuck? If So I Have An Annoucement For You!
September 30, 2021 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBHave you ever felt stuck in your current situation? No clear path to the next steps to take you closer to your goal? I have. Many times. When I was ready to really begin redefining my life I did two things; I joined a mastermind, and I got a coach. As a result anything I have accomplished over the last year and a half has been a direct result of the influences of these people in my life. You cannot read the label when you are in the bottle, so getting a view from someone outside of the b...
038 ~ Feat My Mastermind (Erica, Osvaldo, & Marla)
September 21, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBMeet the members of my Mastermind Group! These three have been game changers in moving my business, and my life, forward. Recently we were able to meet up in Isla Mujeres, Mexico to celebrate being together officially for a full year! These conversation are the result of connection, commitment, and genuinely caring about the collective good of the group. Since meeting regularly with them for the past year I have become more clear on what I want in my life and how I want to show up as an ...
037 ~ Mastermind Groups
September 13, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." ~ African Proverb "You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with" ~ Nepolean Hill “The quality of a person’s life is most often a direct reflection of the expectations of their peer group.” ~ Tony Robbins Being in a mastermind group is a game changer for anyone working towards any goal. When I first began to build the SoCal Live Music Review being a part of a mastermind was huge. So much came out ...
036 ~ Feat Kristof Maeyens
September 10, 2021 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBI am thrilled to bring on my good friend Kristof! Kristof and I were in a previous mastermind group together and have remained close friends after closing that group down. Today we will discuss that group and what he has been up to since. Kristof Maeyens helps online entrepreneurs ignite their productivity so they can maximize their impact, income, and freedom. He shares his experience in his Facebook group (go ahead and join!) and on the Habitgrowth blog. Tune in and enjoy this discussion...
035 ~ My Festival Checklist
September 02, 2021 09:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBMyFestivalChecklist what my first attempts to monetize the SoCal Live Music Review, my music brand all about live music. The goal was to help people know what to pack for a weekend festival, bring more traffic to the SoCal Live Music Review, and generate passive income for the brand. I did it all wrong. Let's discuss. Join me for a look back at MyFestivalChecklist.com. Let's connect! JohnnyBoy Studios on YouTube Join my mailing list for more content delivered directly to your inbox! Joi...
034 ~ The SoCal Live Music Review
August 30, 2021 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBThe SoCal Live Music Review was my first ventures into an online presence. My first blog, podcast, and branded social media all came out of my love for live music. Summer of 2018 I launched the brand incognito in order to try my hand at building a community, developing and online business, and generating passive income. The SoCal Live Music Review (or the sCLMR) aloud me to test the process along the way and learn what I liked and what I didn't. I'm sharing it with you today so you can ...
033 ~ You Have Everything You Need, Right Now
August 19, 2021 00:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBI'm working on a little something, and I want to share a part of it with you in this episode. You have everything you need right now to begin to change your life, to move it in a new direction, to pursue your dreams and your goals. Right now, you have everything you need but most do not believe this. Most choose to stay where they are because the familiar pain hurts less than the unknown change, but it doesn't have to be that way. If you make the choice to change your life the rest becomes...
032 ~ The Power of Personal Projects
August 09, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBWe are all curious. It is in our nature. Sometimes it is good to let that curiosity out in the form of a project that is outside of the products or services you offer to your clients. Doing this can result in new products or services, new connections, and possibly even entirely new businesses you hadn't considered before. The is a power in (intentionally) creating personal projects from time to time and letting your mind explore. You never know where it may lead. Let's connect! Join my m...
031 ~ Feat Walid Azami
July 26, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBThis episode is gonna rock. Today I have the privilege to bring on my photography mentor Walid Azami to talk about his incredible journey of following his intuition and building an incredible career. I connected to Walid after hearing him on an episode of AskPat (a coaching podcast from Pat Flynn) an instantly knew this was who I needed to follow in order to build a photography business, not just take pretty pictures. That one decision has been a game changer in the overall JohnnyBoy Studio...
030 ~ JohnnyBoy Photos
July 13, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBToday I am giving a breakdown of how I founded, and how I am currently building, JohnnyBoy Photos. This is a look of the path I took and the roadmap I am following for future success in photography. Let's connect! Join my mailing list for more! Join me on clubhouse! @johnnyboy_ LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE JohnnyBoy Photos Ross Reyes Photography Walid Azami Let's connect! I'd love to hear from you. Subscribe on YouTube, join my mailing list, or send me an email!
029 ~ Trying Something New
July 07, 2021 01:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBDo you ever feel stuck? Like what you are doing is not working? Do you ever get an outside perspective that helps you to think of your business in a new light you hadn't considered before? Ok that's not exactly where I am but I do feel like I need to clear out a mental log jam in order to get the ball rolling again (too many mixed metaphors?) so today I want to share with you some of the things I am trying in my business! It's good to experiment every now and then and try new things. Givi...
028 ~ My 31 Day Intensive
June 28, 2021 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBIf you focus on a singular goal, for a predetermined short amount of time, and put everything else to the side for that time, you will be amazed at what you can accomplish. That is what I am doing for the 31 days in July. I am putting everything aside in order to further get back on track with my goals for 2021 and moving both JohnnyBoy Studios and my personal life forward. Tune in to this episode to hear exactly what those goals are and how I am pursuing them. Let's connect! Join my mai...
027 ~ Dropping 3 New Guides!
June 28, 2021 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBWhy spend hours on the web looking for the information you need when you can have it all in one place? Today I am announcing 3 new guides I am dropping to eliminate the endless searching all over every website. Images Guide Marketing Quick Guide (Updated) New-Launch Guide All 3 will be available very soon. All 3 will help you in your business no matter what stage you are at, even if you are just starting out! They are designed specifically to work independently, or to complement each oth...
026 ~ Book Review; The Common Path to Uncommon Success
June 15, 2021 06:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBToday I am reviewing the book "The Common Path To Uncommon Success; A Roadmap to Financial Freedom and Fulfillment" by John Lee Dumas, host of the award-winning podcast Entrepreneurs On Fire. From inside the jacket; Say hello to YOUR version of uncommon success with a revolutionary 17-step roadmap to guide your journey to financial, location, and lifestyle freedom! Based on thousands of interviews from John Lee Dumas’ highly acclaimed podcast, Entrepreneurs on Fire, this revolutionary 17-...
025 ~ Feat Kris Pavone
June 07, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBThe man, the myth, the legend. Today I have the pleasure of bringing on my own coach Kris Pavone to share his journey from pro wrestler in the WWE to school teacher to coaching. Kris and I met at the Free The Dream conference in 2019 and instantly connected. Since then he has helped me with various projects and areas of my life including starting and building JohnnyBoy Studios. Launching this podcast, growing my photography, creating info products and generally being bold and continually sh...
025 ~ Feat Kris Pavone
June 07, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBThe man, the myth, the legend. Today I have the pleasure of bringing on my own coach Kris Pavone to share his journey from pro wrestler in the WWE to school teacher to coaching. Kris and I met at the Free The Dream conference in 2019 and instantly connected. Since then he has helped me with various projects and areas of my life including starting and building JohnnyBoy Studios. Launching this podcast, growing my photography, creating info products and generally being bold and continually sh...
024 ~ Mentors & Coaches
June 01, 2021 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBA key to growing both in your business and in your personal life is by gaining guidance from someone who has been there before, or who has a bit of knowledge that may apply to you and your situation. Mentors and coaches are crucial to growth. Today I look at some of the people in my life I have considered a mentor (even when they did not know it) and two coaches I am still working with to this day. We also discuss why you should consider getting a coach and a mentor to help move you, and...
023 ~ Feat Noah & Leif from Anything Cameras
May 24, 2021 08:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBI couldn't be more excited for this episode because I am sharing a conversation I had with Noah and Leif from Anything Cameras! We discuss their journey of diving into their creativity, trying new things, learning, and founding the brand Anything Cameras. They have an extensive library of content on YouTube and are repacking a course to help you learn all you need to about video production. This one was fun. You don't want to miss it or the content the guys are putting out on their platfor...
022 ~ A Podcasting vs aA YouTube Channel, Which Should You Create?
May 17, 2021 20:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBWhen you are deciding what channel to use in content marketing the to big contenders right now are podcasting or YouTube, audio or video? Well today I am going to Ben Franklin this topic. I have a list of pros and cons for each channel and why you should, or shouldn't, consider using them. I also share my plans with each in relation to JohnnyBoy Studios, how I am implementing them and what I am focused on. Link below to check out the YouTube channel, don't forget to subscribe while you are...
022 ~ Podcasting vs A YouTube Channel, Which Should You Create?
May 17, 2021 20:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBWhen you are deciding what channel to use in content marketing the to big contenders right now are podcasting or YouTube, audio or video? Well today I am going to Ben Franklin this topic. I have a list of pros and cons for each channel and why you should, or shouldn't, consider using them. I also share my plans with each in relation to JohnnyBoy Studios, how I am implementing them and what I am focused on. Link below to check out the YouTube channel, don't forget to subscribe while you are...
021 ~ Own Your Story
May 10, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBOne of my biggest struggles in growing a brand is recognizing the accomplishments I have made while in a difficult or not so desirable situation. Coming out of a toxic environment I often gloss over some of the better parts, the better experiences that I had there. It's easy to ignore the past or to try to hide it and shy away from those experiences but the truth is they contributed to my becoming the person I am today. They helped my knowledge to grow. They added to my skill sets. They ar...
020 ~ Creative Marketing Mix & Your Brand Style Guide
May 03, 2021 08:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBMarketing does not exist in a vacuum. Work to have every platform and medium you use send the same message by aligning your marketing and branding. Your fonts, your colors, your logo, even your email signature all represent you and your business. Make sure they are all saying the same thing. Let's connect! Join my mailing list for more! Join me on clubhouse! @johnnyboy_ Let's connect! I'd love to hear from you. Subscribe on YouTube, join my mailing list, or send me an email!
019 ~ Build A 3 Month Editorial Calendar
April 26, 2021 08:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBKnowing what you will be sharing on your main platform (blog, podcast, YouTube, etc) and when and where you will share it (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, newsletter, etc) is a game changer for you and your content. Planning ahead will keep you from staring at a blank screen the night before wondering what you will share once you hit publish. Planning 3 full months of content allows you to take a bird's eye view of your content and be more strategic in its implementation. On this e...
018 ~ Launch Big
April 19, 2021 08:00 - 43 minutes - 30.3 MBNo matter what your next thing is (a book, a podcast, a YouTube channel, a lawn care service, and accounting side hustle, a coaching program, etc.) launching big is the key to success. There are many programs out there teaching you how to launch, a few formulas you can follow, and today I want to give you a high level look on how to get business, traffic, followers on day one. Together let's look at 6 key steps to take when you are presenting your next big thing to the marketplace. Launc...
017 ~ Announcing the JohnnyBoy Studios Resources Page (and why you should have one too)
April 12, 2021 08:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBThe Resources page is live on the website! Build out a page on your website of the trusted tools, products, software, and other resources your audience can use to move their goals forward. Doing so will elevate you as a trusted authority in the eyes of your audience, as well as help with SEO. I am working on my Resources page for JohnnyBoy Studios, it's a continual progression but today I am sharing with you the first version! If you follow this page you will notice as it updates each time...
016 ~ Feat Eric Guilmette
April 05, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBThis is an episode I have been looking forward to ever since I sat down to with actor, model, entrepreneur Eric Guilmette to record it back in Feb. I came across Eric on Instagram and we connected soon after. I'm so glad we did. A year and a few shoots later I knew I wanted to bring Eric onto the podcast to talk about building the life and career of his dreams. About intensionally pursuing his passion and making time to follow the path he chose for himself. From finance to fitness coachin...
015 ~ 3 Reasons Everyone Should Have A Side Hustle
March 29, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBToday I want to dive into why I believe everyone should have a side hustle and give 3 key reasons. In previous episodes I have given you the "how" so today I am going into the "why". Why I believe everyone should have at least one extra source of income, and why I believe it is important to make develop it today. At the end of each reason I also provide a resource or two that will take you even further into this topic so tune and decide for yourself. Resources mentioned in this episode; Si...
014 ~ Book Review; Creative Calling
March 22, 2021 08:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBCreative Calling by Chase Jarvis is a book that completely reframed how I view my own creativity. It is not just something I use to take a good picture or publish a podcast episode, it is a vital force I can tap into in order to craft not just the work but life I truly want to live. Since receiving this book for Christmas in 2019 I have read it twice and am constantly thumbing through it to find a specific passage. I fully plan to read it at minimum once a year, and it will be one of the b...
013 ~ Get to your first dollar as quick as possible.
March 15, 2021 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBOne of the best things you can do in your business is get to your first dollar as quick as possible. No matter what stage you are at this is something that is a crucial mindset to moving forward and growing. Being relentless in your pursuit of this goal will help you grow your network, see new opportunities, and develop new products or services in your business. I dive into it in this episode of the JohnnyBoy Studios podcast, and I even give you a challenge that will help you get to that f...
012 ~ Estimates, Contracts, & Invoices
March 08, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBIt is important, no matter what stage of business you are in, to have your paperwork in order. Make it a part of your standard process for every single project you take on to include an estimate or proposal, a signed contract, and an invoice. In today's episode that is exactly what we discuss. What they are, why they are important, and how you can begin implementing this process today. Exciting, right? Join me for this talk on paperwork. Let's connect! Email me; [email protected]...
011 ~ Never Give Up On Your Day Dream
March 01, 2021 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBThe world will tell you to give up, to quit, to throw in the towel, your idea is stupid, and you do not have what it takes. The minute you start something new the haters and naysayers will come pouring out of the woodwork to criticize your every move. Let them. It is important to never give up on your dreams and to allow your creativity to show the path forward. You have what it takes and you have a vision and a dream no one else can see. Trust your intuition and never, ever give up on yo...
010 Start Your Email List Today!
February 22, 2021 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBNo matter what industry you are in building an email list from day 1 is essential. In fact, it is my biggest regret in any business venture I have gone into; not starting or nourishing an email list for that business. Today I dive into why building an email list is important, tips and tactics to utilize when building, and what to do with it once you've developed a list. I also mentioned this great resource from Pat Flynn that will walk you through building an email list from scratch! You c...
010 ~ Start Your Email List Today!
February 22, 2021 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBNo matter what industry you are in building an email list from day 1 is essential. In fact, it is my biggest regret in any business venture I have gone into; not starting or nourishing an email list for that business. Today I dive into why building an email list is important, tips and tactics to utilize when building, and what to do with it once you've developed a list. I also mentioned this great resource from Pat Flynn that will walk you through building an email list from scratch! You c...
009 ~ Minimal Viable Website
February 15, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBGet your website going! Do not stick with only social media profiles to build your business, there is so much more freedom and control over having your own domain and website for your business. In this episode of the JohnnyBoy Studios podcast I discuss all you need to start your first website, mistakes I made when building mine, and plans for the future. Tune is as I dive into building a minimal viable website to get you going. Let's connect! Email me; [email protected] Join me ...
008 ~ Your Product Line
February 08, 2021 11:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBBuild your core offer, your minimum viable product or MVP, and then develop add-ons. Wash, rinse, repeat. I'm going to walk you through practical steps for scaling your product line and ways to generate additional revenue in your business. Grandma said to not put all your eggs in one basket so let's work on it. You started this thing in order to not have all your eggs in one basket with only one product. This episode is all about growing, and a few ways I am going about it in JohnnyBoy St...
007 ~ They Will Never Know If You Never Tell Them
February 01, 2021 11:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBWe've already discussed imposter syndrome, but once you get past that in your own head one of the next steps is to tell others about your business. Sometimes we are shy about telling those closest to us what we are working on but it is one of the best places to start with your marketing efforts. "Build it, and they will come" is a myth. That only works in the movies. Marketing is basically telling others you have a product or service that can help them with their problem. If you do not tel...
006 ~ Exploring Content Marketing
January 25, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBContent marketing is one of the best ways to get your message into the marketplace. Through regular blog posts, videos, or podcasts episodes on topics your industry your reach to your audience compounds greatly. Each time you hit "publish" you add more chances for your Ideal Client to find you and do business with you. This is also a great way to rank your website for SEO (search engine optimization) results by writing excellent, relevant content optimized for your niche keyword. I go in...
006 ~ Exploring Content Marketing
January 25, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBContent marketing is one of the best ways to get your message into the marketplace. Through regular blog posts, videos, or podcasts episodes on topics your industry your reach to your audience compounds greatly. Each time you hit "publish" you add more chances for your Ideal Client to find you and do business with you. This is also a great way to rank your website for SEO (search engine optimization) results by writing excellent, relevant content optimized for your niche keyword. I go in...
005 ~ Developing A Marketing Map
January 18, 2021 11:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBSo many businesses do not plan out their marketing strategy, instead they only do cold call sales or SEO and social media. These are good, but they should part of a larger marketing mix. Creating a marketing map gives you a clear path of where your ideal customers are and how to reach them. Knowing where to put your messaging is a sure step on the path to success, and a well developed marketing map is key. Tune is as I walk you through the JohnnyBoy Studios marketing map for 2021! Let's ...