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Leveling Up with Eric Siu

1,061 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

Leveling Up is a weekly interview series with entrepreneurs and marketers on the latest in business and marketing. Learn actionable strategies & tactics on how you can make your business grow and mistakes to avoid during your journey. Learn from individuals who have founded billion dollar companies to best-selling authors. Entrepreneur and host Eric Siu also shares insights and learnings along the way.

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How Your Business Can Stay Relevant in an AI-Run World (From Greg Isenberg's YouTube Video)

March 16, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes

Watch the Video Version on Greg Isenberg's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVqjPqPx3e8&t=171s Eric Siu and Greg Isenberg discuss various business ideas, including the concept of pay-for-performance agencies and the potential for AI agents in customer service. They explore opportunities in different industries, such as finance and hospitality, where pay-for-performance models can thrive. Additionally, they delve into the role of smart contracts in marketing and the potential for gami...

How I Built A 9 Figure Network At 17 Years Old

March 14, 2024 01:25 - 1 hour

Eric Siu interviews Greg Isenberg, the CEO of Late Checkout, delving into the nuances of community building. Greg, a master in this domain, shares insights on fostering online communities for substantial growth. They explore the future of programming, the importance of design skills, and the power of social media. Greg also discusses the role of AI in entrepreneurship and the challenges of diversity and inclusion. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/kdnX63OEP5I  TIME-STAMPED SHO...

$200M Founder's Unusual Approach to Relationships

March 06, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour

Patrick Campbell shares his entrepreneur's perspective on relationships and the parallels between business management and marital success. This episode packs in revelations about the value of alignment in relationships, the importance of a partner's shared vision, and practical approaches to nurture a deeply bonded partnership. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/ew91lnFKYyI  Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Pa...

Why Young People Are Poorer Than Ever | Humphrey Yang

February 28, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour

Humphrey Yang discusses the financial challenges faced by younger generations and offers insights on building wealth. He highlights the significance of saving and investing, recommending a focus on index funds. He explains the compounding effect of wealth and the benefits of reaching $100K net worth.  Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/V4iPHetTgaI Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:  (00:00) Introduction to Humphrey Yang...

How He Cracked the Money Making Secrets of Wordpress | Syed Balkhi

February 21, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour

Syed Balkhi and Eric Siu discuss the power of compounding and the importance of maintaining friendships with other high performers. Syed shares his philosophy of giving unconditionally and compounding goodwill, emphasizing the need to avoid the frustration coefficient that can hinder progress. He also shares insights on the power of compounding, the challenges of passing on generational wealth, and the value of learning from historical patterns. This conversation provides valuable lessons and...

The $300M Founder That Lives on a Farm and Flies Planes | Nathan Barry

February 15, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour

Nathan Barry, founder of ConvertKit, shares his journey from software designer to content creator to software founder. With ConvertKit now sending 2.5 billion emails per month and generating $40 million in revenue, Nathan discusses the power of building an audience and leveraging it to create long-term enterprise value. He also delves into his passion for flying and the parallels between flying and entrepreneurship. Nathan emphasizes the importance of having goals outside of work and optimizi...

Making A Million Bucks in 48 Hours? | Noah Kagan

January 31, 2024 15:30 - 2 hours

Eric Siu interviews Noah Kagan, the founder of AppSumo, to explore essential entrepreneurial insights. They discuss the significance of having a clear vision, maintaining high standards, and finding joy in the entrepreneurial journey. Noah shares practical strategies for achieving business success, emphasizing the importance of focus, goal setting, and overcoming challenges. Noah's wealth of experiences and practical advice offers valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs. Watch the full ...

How I Overcame My Anxiety and Addiction | Jimmy Zhang

January 24, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour

Jimmy Zhang opens up about his journey of overcoming anxiety and addiction to become a successful content creator with 1.5 million subscribers. He discusses how his immigrant upbringing and struggles with school shaped his path, and how personal growth and self-discovery transformed his life. Jimmy also delves into his unique approach to dating and relationships, sharing unconventional perspectives on finding love and the importance of personal development before committing to a partner. He a...

He Can Make Anyone Look Good | Chris Do

January 17, 2024 15:30 - 1 hour

Chris Do and Eric Siu discuss the power of personal branding and the effectiveness of masterminds as a business model. Chris emphasizes authenticity and vulnerability in building a strong personal brand, while also sharing insights on scaling his mastermind. The conversation touches on overcoming the fear of judgment through self-love and highlights the value of storytelling and finding the right mentor for personal growth. Tune in for quick and valuable advice on meaningful connections. Wat...

The Bank Where Subscribers Are Your Credit Limit | Eric Wei

January 10, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour

Eric Wei, co-founder of Karat, discusses the challenges that creators face in the financial ecosystem and how Karat aims to provide financial services tailored to their needs. Eric Wei also talks about the evolving landscape of the creator economy, the need for creators to experiment with new formats, and the importance of building deeper engagement with their audience. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/xGZg8IiDNSg  Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on You...

I plan to make $25 million in 2024 | Vivian Tu

December 21, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour

Vivian Tu, also known as "your rich BFF," shares her insights on personal finance and wealth-building. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on increasing your earning power rather than just saving money. Vivian discusses her journey from working on Wall Street to becoming a successful salesperson in tech and media. She also shares tips on legally avoiding taxes, the value of investing in index-tracking ETFs, and the power of creators in today's digital landscape. Vivian's goal is to help...

How I made $1M in my first 20 days of YouTube | Mark Moss

December 14, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour

Mark Moss discusses his journey as a content creator and the success he has achieved on YouTube. He shares his strategies for creating engaging content, including using storytelling and copywriting techniques. Mark emphasizes the value of attention and the power of personal branding in marketing. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/xDnO-OtGjvc  Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] Mark Moss shares his success on Yo...

Sahil Bloom’s Growth Hack… doesn’t exist? | Interview with Sahil Bloom

November 16, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour

Sahil Bloom shares his journey of becoming a successful creator and the importance of authenticity and real-life experiences in content creation. He discusses how he built relationships with influential figures like Tim Cook and Warren Buffett through chance encounters and genuine connections. Sahil emphasizes the need for long-term commitment and consistency in content creation, rather than focusing on short-term hacks or trends. He also discusses the challenges and potential pitfalls of the...

How To Make $5 Million As a Content Creator | Ali Abdaal

November 08, 2023 12:00 - 49 minutes

Ali Abdaal discusses his journey from a struggling YouTuber to a successful entrepreneur. He shares how he discovered the world of Internet marketing and the impact it had on his business. Ali emphasizes the importance of finding ways to make work enjoyable, as this can lead to increased productivity and overall success. Watch the full interview on YouTube: Leveling Up with Eric Siu TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) - Ali Abdaal’s Journey from $2 to $5 Million (01:42) - Ali's business mode...

The Recipe to Going Viral Is... | Blake Rocha Interview

October 27, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour

Blake Rocha unveils the secrets to creating viral content. He also talks about the success of his educational program, how he generated $10M through his TikTok and Instagram funnel, the benefits of YouTube as a platform, his personal health journey, and what's on the horizon for his future endeavors.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) - Blake Rocha breaks down how to create viral content. (03:19) - How did Blake Rocha become so good at creating content? (05:40) - Blake Rocha shares his succ...

Self-Help Gurus Are Selling You A Lie | Exclusive Interview with Mark Manson (The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck)

October 11, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour

Mark Manson, the author of 'The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck,' sat down with Eric Siu for a one-on-one interview to talk about his journey to 1 million subscribers on YouTube, personal growth, the books he has written, his perspective on the self-help industry, and more.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) - Mark Manson on the self-help industry (03:00) - Mark Manson's YouTube channel growth (03:39) - YouTube is the most important platform today (06:00) - Mark Manson talks about his expe...

3 Hottest AI Tools That Will Change the Way You Work with Thomas Ma

September 23, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes

Thomas Ma shared the hottest AI tools you could use and explained how experimenting with them led to better results at the Leveling Up Founders' event. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Opus AI will make your content production 10x easier [03:10] - ElevenLabs is one of the most powerful AI speech tools today [04:20] - Use Google Bard to create the storyboard of your video content [06:30] - Find out if you should integrate specific AI tools into your company [07:33] - Experimenting with ...

How Our Economy Is Leaving Us to Work Until We Die | Exclusive Interview with Codie Sanchez

September 22, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour

Codie Sanchez joins Eric Siu for an exclusive interview, during which she delves into her personal mission in the business world, shares her economic insights, details her step-by-step content creation process, discusses the book she's launching, and much more. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Codie Sanchez thinks the dream of retirement for people is gone [02:21] - Codie Sanchez’s personal mission and why [06:20] - This is how smart and rich people manage assets and investments [07:40]...

AI-Powered Sales Psychology: How to Close More Deals and Boost Revenue with Tamara Loehr

September 21, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes

At the Leveling Up Founders' event, Tamara Loehr discusses her best practices in business, managing offshore teams abroad, and the significance of establishing a learning management system process. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Tamara Loehr talks about her best practices in business [03:52] - How AI will affect psychology around sales  [05:43] - Tamara Loehr talks about how she mentors businesses [07:39] - Tamara Loehr’s learning management system process for marketing [08:25] - Cre...

Traditional Metrics Are Dead. This is How To Get 100% Customer Satisfaction with Ravi Theja Yada

September 19, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes

Ravi Theja Yada explains why behavioral analytics is superior to traditional metrics when it comes to understanding your consumers at the Leveling Up Founders' event. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Why behavioral analytics are the best metrics for marketing [02:55] - The best data source to understand your consumers [03:57] - Understanding the visibility of your product and key call to action [05:03] - Understanding your customers to 10x your conversion [06:06] - Finding out where th...

The AI Email Strategy Marketers Still Don’t Know About with Larry Kim

September 17, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutes

Larry Kim shares how he perfected leveraging data and generative AI to create an email marketing strategy that can 10x your open rate at the Leveling Up Founders' event. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Larry Kim's key insight on his business success journey. [02:26] - Larry Kim's expertise in using data and generative AI perfectly. [03:20] - Combining the best elements of inbound and outbound email marketing [05:20] - Here’s where you can get your data sources (not what you’re thinking...

Why You Should NEVER Stop Building Your Personal Brand with Jasmine Star

September 13, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes

Jasmine Star takes the stage at the Leveling Up Founders event, where she discusses her rise to success and the creation of her brand, starting from scratch TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Jasmine Star shares her humble beginnings  [02:20] - What led Jasmine Star to withdraw from UCLA Law School? [03:10] - Jasmine Star's first 100k: How she made it happen [06:53] - How Jasmine Star became the CEO of a SaaS company [09:00] - How Jasmine Star started building her brand What should I ta...

Why You & I Don't Have 1M YouTube Subs (It's Not What You Think)

September 12, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes

Eric Siu discusses strategies to enhance your YouTube videos, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and sharing effective best practices. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Why your YouTube channel isn’t growing [01:00] - Why the first 30 seconds of your video is crucial  [01:25] - How to make the best thumbnails for your video [03:00] - How to retain your audience with hooks and right moments [03:40] - Here’s how you can improve your YouTube’s click-through-rate [04:16] - Here’s h...

How To Build a Business with No Employees with Ian Blair

September 11, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes

Ian Blair shares strategies for leveraging hiring agencies to achieve faster growth and cost efficiency. He also discusses the rapid growth of the e-commerce industry worldwide and offers valuable insights into best practices that you can learn from. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Ian Blair shares his journey as an entrepreneur [05:00] - Finding a business with the fewest built-in constraints [05:46] - E-commerce is one of the fastest-scaling businesses in the world [06:41] - The comm...

Leveraging the Most Valuable Audiences For Your Brand with Greg Lansky

September 09, 2023 11:00 - 13 minutes

Greg Lansky shares insights on capturing your customer's attention, brand and business building, and his personal entrepreneurial journey at the Leveling Up Founders event. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Find niches with emotional intensity when building your business [02:46] - Here’s why these kinds of niches are valuable for marketing [04:00] - Greg Lansky shares an anecdote about capturing your consumer's attention [08:00] - Three ways you can get attention for your brand/product ...

The Secret Global Network for The Wealthy

September 07, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes

George Gammon talks about the power of information in the world of business at the Leveling Up Founders event. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Do the richest people in the world have secret sources of information? [02:21] - The global intel network for the wealthiest players in business [03:23] - Here's how having access to information can provide you with an advantage in positioning your business  What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on Twitter or ...

0 to 300K Sessions: Groundbreaking Mental Health Treatment? with Dylan Beynon

September 06, 2023 11:00 - 38 minutes

Dylan Beynon, CEO of Mindbloom, talks about why he started this company, the impact of Ketamine and MDMA therapy in our society, and how this industry is just going to grow bigger in the future. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Know more about Dylan Beynon and his company, Mindbloom [02:30] - Why did Dylan Beynon start Mindbloom [06:22] - Dylan Beynon talks more about MDMA therapy [13:30] - Pricing and treatment programs that Mindbloom offer [15:30] - Dylan Beynon’s personal opinion on...

How Much Do Newsletters Actually Make (Real Revenue Data)

September 05, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes

Eric Siu discusses why newsletters are so effective for connecting and expanding your audience. He also shares tips on how to make money from them and offers best practices for growing your newsletter. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - How much do newsletters actually make?  [00:20] - The potential of a newsletter business [01:00] - 10 newsletters that do $1M per year [02:30] - Here’s how you can monetize newsletters  [03:14] - Using newsletter as a relationship platform with your audie...

What Deven Soni Looks Out For When Acquiring Businesses

September 04, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes

Deven Soni shares insights from his personal experience and the valuable lessons he gained in business acquisition at the Leveling Up Founders event. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - The most common mistake in business acquisition [02:15] - Here’s how we got a customer database worth $2M dollars [03:20] - Don't acquire a company unless you know how to run it [05:03] - Why motivation is important in acquiring companies [07:17] - Why it’s easier to buy big businesses [08:20] - Here’s ho...

The More Professional Your Content Is, the Less Authentic You Are with Dan Fleyshman

September 02, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutes

Dan Fleyshman talks about how to effectively build your personal brand at the Leveling Up Founders event. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Why authentic content is the way to go [03:00] - Don’t overthink your content creation strategy [04:30] - Why collaboration is the most effective way to grow on social media [06:23] - Why building your personal brand is crucial [07:58] - Personal brand is also about emotional attachment What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please ...

How Blake Rocha Went From a Nobody to a $10M Content Creator From Being a Nobody

August 31, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutes

Blake Rocha talks about why you should create a brand and business around your lifestyle and not the other way around.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Who is Blake Rocha (mrfourtoeighth) [03:11] - How did Blake Rocha become so successful in building his brand and business? [05:00] - Blake Rocha’s biggest regret when he’s starting to build his brand [05:53] - Creators don’t know how to monetize their brand correctly [06:36] - Creating a business around your content [07:09] - Build a ...

Leila Hormozi's Controversial 5- Minute Hiring Method: Does It Work?

August 25, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour

Leila Hormozi sits down with Eric Siu, sharing her expert insights on talent acquisition strategies, building a resilient company culture, and refining operations for peak efficiency. Drawing from her own experiences, Leila offers valuable advice to aspiring founders looking to make their mark in the business landscape. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Leila Hormozi’s life and business update [04:43] - Leila Hormozi’s expertise in talent acquisition, culture, and operations  [12:07] - Th...

What percent of revenue should you dedicate to hiring?

August 21, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes

Listen to Eric Siu as he discusses why hiring the right people is essential for business growth. Learn how to build a successful hiring framework. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Why your people are the foundation of your company [01:00] - When is the right time to hire new employees? [02:24] - Eric Siu talks about why delegation is crucial for Founders [03:51] - Read Scaling People by Claire Hughes Johnson [04:06] - Simplest hiring framework you should use to find the best players W...

Alex Hormozi Was About to Lose Everything Until He Discovered This

August 17, 2023 11:00 - 2 hours

Alex Hormozi sits down with Eric Siu to talk about his remarkable journey in the business world, sharing insights and wisdom gained through his experiences. Alex Hormozi provides valuable advice on business acquisitions, his playbook for scaling companies, and talks about his newest book ‘$100M Leads: How To Get Strangers To Want To Buy Your Stuff’. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:  [00:00] - Alex Hormozi’s business model [09:00] - Playbook on scaling companies 10x [15:38] - Alex Hormozi’s advice ...

Mastering Longevity and Abundance with Peter Diamandis

August 16, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour

Eric Siu chats with entrepreneur, author, and visionary known for his pioneering work in space exploration and technology, Peter Diamandis! As the founder of the XPRIZE Foundation and Singularity University, he has dedicated his career to incentivizing innovation and shaping a future of abundance. Tune in to this awe-inspiring episode to gain a glimpse into the mind of a true visionary who continues to pave the way for a better, bolder future. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [01:00] - Are we living...

Focus vs. Experimentation

August 13, 2023 11:00 - 5 minutes

In this episode, Eric talks about why finding the perfect balance between focus and experimentation is crucial for sustainable growth in business.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - The difference between Focus and Experimentation in business [00:30] - Focus on your business that drives the most revenue [01:00] - Where can you have more organic reach while considering the challenges with SEO right now? [01:53] - Why should you focus on your niche when selling services [02:50] - When to ...

How To Actually Get Rich From Creating Content

August 07, 2023 11:00 - 5 minutes

In this episode, Eric talks about proven strategies to achieve wealth through content creation. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - How to earn 8 figures annually through content creation [00:15] - How Logan Paul’s Prime sports drink made $256 million in retail sales [01:07] - Why you don’t need a massive audience to do this [02:42] - MrBeast’s best practices in maximizing various monetization vehicles through his platform [03:26] - Why focus is still the key What should I talk about nex...

Elon Musk Just BLEW UP His $62 Million Rockets

August 06, 2023 11:00 - 5 minutes

In this episode, Eric talks about why Elon Musk blew up his rockets and reveals his visionary mission for SpaceX, delves into Elon Musk's mindset behind his extraordinary success and shares a life-changing tip for decision-making. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Here’s why Elon Musk blew up his rockets [00:55] - What is Elon Musk’s vision and mission for SpaceX [01:52] - Elon Musk’s mindset and why he is so successful [02:40] - This tip will change your decision-making in life and busi...

What Famous Creators Are Actually Like

August 05, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes

Eric Siu shares insights into his experience at the Youtube Creator Event held in Las Vegas, where he interacted with well-known personalities like Graham Stephan, Rampage, and more.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Youtube Creator Event BTS  [00:40] - How much an OnlyFans creator makes a year [01:15] - Eric Siu met Rampage, the Best Poker Personality of 2022 [01:52] - Why content creators should learn more about business to maximize their audience [02:30] - How MrBeast maximized diff...

How Much Your Favorite Creator Actually Makes - Numbers Exposed

August 04, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes

Eric Siu shares his insights on the Linktree Creator Report and discusses the earnings of your favorite content creators from their platforms and more.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Content creators don't earn a significant amount of money [01:38] - How much the top 1% of Youtube earn [02:54] - Content creator reported stress levels and how to handle it [04:05] - The future of content creators and how to succeed [05:20] - The most optimal formats you should use in creating content ...

The Social Posting Framework Used By Gary Vee To 10x Reach

August 03, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes

Eric talks about the 2023 Content Framework that will 10x your growth. Learn how Eric's team produces massive content every day and why starting your own newsletter is crucial.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - 2023 Content Framework that will 10x your growth [00:18] - Quality vs Quantity on Content Strategy [01:00] - How Gary Vee produces his content  [02:00] - Here’s how we produce massive content every day [04:00] - Why you should start your own newsletter [05:12] - Document every ...

ChatGPT is DONE. Time for AutoGPTs.

August 02, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes

Eric Siu talks about the limitless possibilities of Auto-GPT for marketing and business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - How Auto-GPT will change everything for marketing and business [00:40] - How you can use Auto-GPT to save you from subscription fees [02:05] - Running business development with AI to cut down expenses [03:15] - Use Auto-GPT to help you make practical decisions  [05:40] - Launch events and build a billion-dollar network with Auto-GPT [07:00] - Is Auto-GPT Overhyped?...

How To Easily Network As an Introvert

July 20, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes

Eric Siu discusses his personal experience in cultivating billion-dollar, enduring relationships that transcend business, all while navigating the obstacles that come with being an introvert. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Building a billion-dollar network as an introvert [01:00] - Why start your network by building a media empire  [01:30] - Scaling my podcasts to 100M+ downloads [02:10] - How I build relationships with people beyond business [03:25] - Why launching your own event as...

The 3 Types of Entrepreneurs (The First Will Kill Your Biz)

July 09, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes

Eric Siu discusses various categories of entrepreneurs. Tune in to discover which type resonates with you. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - The Parallel Entrepreneur [00:16] - How Gary Vee is managing his multiple businesses and 1400 employees worldwide [01:15] - The challenges in running multiple businesses [02:27] - What is a Serial Entrepreneur? [02:44] - Is this a viable strategy for growing your business empire? [03:30] - The Repeat Entrepreneur [04:22] - What is the most ideal ...

Should you buy or build a business?

July 07, 2023 12:00 - 7 minutes

Eric Siu talks about the challenges and advantages between building and buying a business.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Should you buy or build a business? [00:25] - What to consider when buying a business [01:20] - Why does buying a business have lesser risk than building one? [01:41] - The difficulties of buying a business [03:00] - The main question you should answer in business acquisitions [04:10] - The difficulties of building a business [05:15] - On delegations and workin...

7 Fatal Blunders That Founders Make (Do These To Kill Your Biz)

June 16, 2023 13:21 - 10 minutes

Eric Siu talks about mistakes you should avoid, from onboarding to acquiring businesses, that can make or break your company.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Business Mistake 101, Why entrepreneurs shouldn’t start a new business abruptly [01:17] - How you should work and lead people in your business [02:27] - Hiring mistakes you should avoid saving more time [03:50] - Why you shouldn’t hire people based solely on potential [05:19] - Bob Glazer’s Mindful Transition [06:16] - Should y...

The REAL Amount of Time It Takes to Build a 9-Figure+ Business

June 08, 2023 13:01 - 6 minutes

In this episode, learn from Eric Siu as he shares insights on long-term planning and unwavering determination in building a thriving business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - What Do 9-10 Figure Companies Have in Common? [00:50] - Investing Tip #1: It’s about time in the market, not timing the market [01:35] - Here’s why building a huge business isn’t about the hottest trends [02:39] - Connect with 7-9 figure business founders through our mastermind [03:03] - What Koch Brothers Inc ca...

Founder Takeaways From An 8-9 Figure Mastermind in Europe

June 02, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes

In this episode, Eric Siu shares his key takeaways from his immersive experience at the Founders Mastermind in Turkey.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - What Eric Siu learned during his Founder’s Mastermind in Turkey [01:50] - Business acquisition in 2023 [02:30] - Why companies are resetting and going back to basics [04:04] - Businesses are adopting AI faster than before. [05:01] - Should your company hire AI operators? [05:20] - Mastermind Tip: How we structured our roundtable discu...

How Disney, McDonald's and Michael Jordan Recovered From Their Business Failures

May 24, 2023 15:28 - 6 minutes

In this episode, Eric talks about how the most successful and influential people in the world went through hell too.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - The story of Walt Disney, from rejection to a multi-billion dollar company [01:36] - How Mc Donalds became the most successful fast food restaurant chain [02:18] - Why you should apply to my private founder’s mastermind? [02:47] - How I built my digital marketing agency Single Grain from zero to hero [03:44] - How Michael Jordan became t...

Practical Google Bard Use Cases for Business (end of ChatGPT?)

May 18, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutes

In this episode, Eric Siu shares his insights on how Google Bard can revolutionize content creation and digital marketing strategies.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Will Google Bard destroy Chat GPT’s growth rate? [00:47] - Google Bard’s amazing features and advantages [02:59] - How can you use Google Bard to create social media content [04:25] - Here’s how Google Bard can also do keyword research with real-time data [05:17] - Will Google Bard replace your existing content creation ...

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