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Tropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder Lifestyle

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With 10M+ downloads and thousands of listener meetups worldwide, the TMBA Podcast is the hub for 7 & 8-figure founders who’ve built life-changing businesses while attaining personal freedom. New episodes every Thursday morning.

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Episode 98: TMBA 098 (LBP88) – Listener Questions Answered – Micro-Publishing, Business Strategy and More

January 26, 2012 17:00 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MB

Taking to the masses, Dan and Ian take a few questions from listeners on a broad range of topics vital to anyone looking to start, grow or expand their business. Listen to this episode and learn about: A closer look at micro-publishing and blogging with some convo about standing desks (Question from Justin Treptow of CubeSapien.com) The dirty little truth behind the 4-Hour Workweek and start-ups Whether to incorporate and some of the possible implications (Question from Jim Johnson of AccentH...

Episode 97: TMBA 097 (LBP87) – Post-Business School: The Things They Never Tell You

January 19, 2012 17:00 - 34 minutes - 48.1 MB

After waxing a little philosophic about education and career prospects, Dan and Ian dig into the things that no one ever taught them in any business class or course. Listen to this episode and learn about: Real risks involved in cash profit and how it flows like water The Art of Entrepreneurship and how not to go crazy in your niche A simple mathematic formula for getting the most out of your networking efforts The value you add to your business and your role in that value Universal truths ab...

Episode 96: TMBA 96 (LBP86) – 4 Online Business Trends That You Shouldn’t Miss in 2012

January 12, 2012 17:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MB

After taking a Christmas break, Dan and Ian got together to discuss 4 online business trends that you shouldn’t miss in 2012. Listen to this episode and learn about: How small businesses can benefit from tax saving strategies that have been reserved to the big players until recently. Amazing opportunities to grow your business by hiring in 2012. The secret weapon that revolutionized Dan and Ian’s business. Why you should get onto the micropublishing bandwagon. Have fun. Leave a comment. Give ...

TMBA 095 (LBP85) – How To Get Started Sourcing Products From China

December 15, 2011 17:00 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MB

This week, Dan, Ian and special guest Matt Kowalak talk about how you can get started sourcing products from China. Matt has been living in China for almost a decade and specializes on sourcing. Listen to this podcast and learn: Why so many people are getting into selling physical products (instead of information) How to get started with sourcing products from China How to avoid getting ripped off Where to find manufacturers … and much more. Tip: Make sure to scroll down further to read some ...

Episode 94: TMBA 094 (LBP84) – How To Live The “Four Hour Workweek” Dream And Make Money From Anywhere in the World

December 08, 2011 17:00 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MB

This week, Dan and Ian talk about how you can get started living the “Four Hour Workweek”-dream and make money from anywhere in the world. Listen to this podcast and learn: How to get started with your “Four Hour Workweek”-business How millionaires deal with their personal finances Why you should quit your job … and much more. Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring. 888-554-8428. Go make it happen! :)

Episode 93: TMBA 093 (TTR10) – How to Use Smart Drugs and Supplement Stacks to Get More Work Done

December 05, 2011 17:00 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MB

DISCLAIMER: We do not have appropriate qualifications to be handing out medical advice. Consult with your doctor before you take any supplements or drugs. Please don’t take our advice as anything more than a random person’s opinion. It is intended for your entertainment purposes only. Hopefully this sort of content will inspire you to explore ways to improve your health. Today Ian and I sat down with the SEO expert and body hacker Travis Jamison of SupremacySEO to discuss smart drugs and supp...

Episode 92: TMBA 092 (LBP83) – A Business Failure Story (Our GoDaddy Account is the Boulevard of Broken Dreams)

December 01, 2011 17:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MB

This week, Dan and Ian talk about some news items and replay one of their most popular classic episodes. Listen to this weeks episode to learn of: A new project that Dan and Ian launched this week. An amazing TropicalMBA-style internship opportunity. One of Dan and Ian’s biggest business failures (it ended them costing $6k and Ian wasted one month in China because of it). Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring. 888-554-8428. Go make it happen! :)

TMBA 091 (TTR9) – Run Your Own Tropical MBA, or How I Found My Dream Job

November 29, 2011 17:30 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MB

So Ian (the CEOh-yeah!) and I sat down tonight to talk about a bunch of stuff, but ended up instead telling the story of the Tropical MBA internships and how we plan to scale it through our new [UPDATE (1/2015): now retired] job site, TropicalWorkForce.com. The purpose of the TWF is to connect location independent entrepreneurs with freelancers providing services or aspiring digital nomades. Right now there are a lot of services posted on there– all services are pre-qualified by yours truly. ...

Episode 90: TMBA 090 (LBP82) – Podcasting, Launches, Bloggin’ about Bloggin’, and Chops – A Fireside Chat with Tim Conley

November 24, 2011 17:00 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MB

This week, Dan and Ian interview Tim Conley from the Foolish Adventure Podcast. Tim has been an internet entrepreneur for many years and focuses on information publishing and consulting. Listen to this episode and learn: How Tim got 7000 unique visitors on the day that he launched Foolish Adventure. Why more product launches fail than you think Why blogging and podcasting are still good businesses to get into, even though there are millions of competitors. Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a...

Episode 89: TMBA 089 (TTR8) – How Your Mindset Changes When You Get Started in Business

November 23, 2011 17:00 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MB

Today I pulled Simon and Travis together to talk about some mindset issues. We were having an conversation for a few hours about our businesses, backstories, and relationships and… man I wish I would have had the tape running for that… anyway, I finally pulled out the mic and asked the guys to try and bring out some of key advice and concrete tips they have for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Episode 88: TMBA 088 (TTR7) – Software Development as an Entrepreneurial Crutch, Cash Runway Strategies, and Sex-ish

November 21, 2011 17:00 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MB

Another episode where we let it all hang out. Underdeveloped theories about sex and marriage? Check. F-bomb ladened rants about software start-ups? Check. Talking shit about people we shouldn’t be talking shit about? Check. Join us @ the TMBA compound for our Saturday night sit down where we talk about cash runway and a HUGE problem we see with tons of entrepreneurs who are creating web-based start-ups.

TMBA 087 (LBP81) – 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Ranking #1 For Lucrative Keywords

November 17, 2011 17:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB

This week, Dan and Ian interview SEO expert Travis Jamison from SupremacySEO.com. Travis isn’t your typical SEO consultant. He developed a product in a highly competitive niche (health) and had to figure out how to rank #1 for his keywords. Travis accomplished his goal and outranked health companies and government websites using grey hat SEO tactics. Listen to this episode and learn: Why you won’t read about the best SEO tactics out there on blogs like SEOMoz. How to use a grey hat blog netwo...

Episode 86: TMBA 086 (TTR6) – How to Make a Living from Affiliate Marketing (Seriously)

November 15, 2011 17:45 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MB

Today I sat down with TMBA #6 Aamir Chishtie to discuss his affiliate marketing success story. Without a doubt, affiliate marketing is one of the best ways to make a living while you travel the world. Problem? 99% of people fail. Aamir is one of the few who have cracked the code. In this episode, I do my best to pull out the absolute best, no-bullshit resources on how to generate online affiliate income. Listen in and let us know your thoughts!

Episode 85: TMBA 085 (TTR5) – The Magic of Being an Expat and Stories from a Million Dollar Year

November 14, 2011 17:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MB

Today Ian and I braved some of Indonesia’s craziest roads to find ourselves a treat from home– American coffee! We fired up our new Blue Yetti mic to share some war stories from a million dollar year in our business, waxed philosophic about the magic of being an expat, and shared some critical strategies for our business in 2012.

Episode 84: TMBA 084 (LBP80) – How to Speed Up Your Learning by Years, Plus an Exciting New SEO Tool with Rob Walling

November 10, 2011 17:00 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MB

This week’s episode features Rob Walling from Software by Rob and Startups for the Rest of Us. Rob runs several online niche businesses (mostly software). Dan and Ian are huge fans of Rob and are super excited about having Rob on the show. Listen to this episode and learn: How you can speed-up your (entrepreneurial) learning by years Rob’s favorite books An exciting new SEO tool for bloggers and e-commerce store owners – get more traffic with little effort In the quick-tips you’ll learn of a ...

Episode 83: TMBA 083 (TTR4) – An Internet Marketing Pyramid Scheme Rant + 5 Life Lessons We’ve Learned

November 08, 2011 17:00 - 34 minutes - 47 MB

***Please note this episode is extremely explicit and potentially offensive. The F-bomb is prominently featured. If you don’t like ignorant dudes shooting from the hip, I say man, don’t bother. In this episode of TTR we also get a little negative, which is something we wouldn’t do on the Lifestyle Business Podcast. The LBP is focused on being useful for entrepreneurs. Tropical Talk Radio is more about being fun, and being real. Hopefully we can entertain and inspire for a certain subset of tw...

Episode 82: TMBA 082 (TTR3) – Grey Hat SEO Techniques For Highly Competitive Key Terms

November 07, 2011 17:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MB

Last night I sat down with Ian, Travis, and Simon before we went out on the town to discuss some cutting edge SEO techniques that are working for some highly competitive key terms (all a bit naughty, of course!). We also got an inside look on how Simon created his ecommerce store from scratch in less than a year, and how he is out-maneuvering the big guys with some clever tactics

Episode 81: TMBA 081 (TTR2) – Huge Tax Breaks for Expats (Plus the 3 Biggest Tax Mistakes Expats & Travelers Make)

November 04, 2011 16:00 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MB

This episode is primarily focused on tax strategies for Americans. My friends David and Carrie McKeegan were kind enough to host a pool party the other day, so I decided to bring along my mic to learn a little bit more about expat tax tricks. They run a very successful expat tax consultancy called GreenbackTaxServices.com. It’s a fantastic example of a scalable “micro-multiational” lifestyle business. It’s enabled David and Carrie to travel as the please and live in some amazing places. David...

Episode 80: TMBA 080 (LBP79) – 5 Dirty SEO and Internet Marketing Tricks

November 03, 2011 16:00 - 27 minutes - 38.6 MB

Dan and Ian got together to talk about some grey hat SEO, internet marketing and business tricks. Topics discussed include How to get media/magazine mentions for your products. How to make Search Engines believe that your sites are being updated regularly (this is important for rankings). How to get more people to open e-mail blasts you send them. How (manufactured) drama can create a buzz around your product. And much more. In the quick-tips you’ll learn of a tool that makes you a better wri...

Episode 79: TMBA 079 (TTR1) – Welcome to Tropical Talk Radio, The Scene in Bali, and Identifying Peer Groups

November 01, 2011 16:00 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MB

It’s no secret that Ian and I love podcasting. Our heros are people like Howard Stern and Adam Carolla. Their shows (and many other radio programs) helped keep us company while we worked long hours at crappy jobs, and they continue to keep us laughing while we take long plane flights or just a walk around the block. Over the past few years, our podcast has attracted an audience of high calibre entrepreneurs and professionals. Each episode is downloaded by thousands of individuals (or iTunes c...

TMBA 078 (LBP78) – 5 Radical Strategies to Achieve Optimum Performance Levels

October 27, 2011 17:00 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MB

This week’s episode features a very special guest: Sebastian Marshall. Dan, Ian and Sebastian talk about how to hack performance and get more shit done. Topics discussed include Time tracking and how it works. Diet optimisation. Neural enhancer supplements. Putting a dolar value on your time. The equal odds theory (or: why Einstein was more successful than the average scientist) In the quick-tips section, Dan and Ian talk about caffeine and an excellent productivity blog. Do you want to take ...

Episode 77: TMBA 077 (LBP77) – If We Were to Start from Scratch, How We’d Do It

October 20, 2011 17:00 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MB

This week, Dan and Ian talk about what they would do if they were to start from scratch in 2011. The answer might surprise you. Dan and Ian also ask a bunch of listener questions, including How to increase your chances of success when applying for a job (or the Tropical MBA)? How to be persistent? What should I do if I have no time and ressources to start a business? In the quick-tips section, Dan and Ian talk about the latest iOS version and their favorite iPhone apps. Do you want to take yo...

Episode 76: TMBA 076 (LBP76) – Zero to Online Empire in 12 Months

October 13, 2011 17:00 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MB

This week, Dan sat down with DCers Joe and Justin from AdsenseFlippers (one of Dan’s favorite blogs) to talk BIZNASS. These guys have a ton of hard-won business experience, an incredible story, and a scalable, repeatable business model that you can quickly draw lessons and inspiration from. WE LOVE THIS BLOG. These guys are 100% legit, quality business guys with a great lifestyle biz. Go subscribe now, you won’t be disappointed. Do you want to take your business to the next level? Learn from...

Episode 75: TMBA 075 (LBP75) – Forget 80/20, Aim for 99/1 With Critical Non-Essentials

October 06, 2011 17:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MB

This week, Dan and Ian are joined by a special guest: Brendan Tully from the Search Engine Shop (Dynamite Circle member, SEO, e-commerce and conversion optimization specialist). Brendan, Dan and Ian discuss the concept of Critical Non-Essentials (CNEs). CNEs are small changes that you can make to your business that bring huge results. The results that CNEs bring are super effective – changing a couple of small things could account for 99% of your improvements (thus 99/1 principle – forget the...

Episode 74: TMBA 074 (LBP74) – 4 Content Business Blueprints for Fast Monetization

September 29, 2011 17:00 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MB

Are you interested in content businesses? Dan and Ian certainly are and plan to focus more heavily on web properties like blogs and niche communities in the future. In this episode Dan and Ian talk about 4 ways to monetize an existing content site starting today. If you don’t already have a site, you’ll get inspiration and information on what kind of projects you should tackle next. They don’t just talk theory, Dan and Ian also announce their latest content site (which is not related to lifes...

Episode 73: TMBA 073 (LBP73) – 3 Harmful Business Myths Learned from Big Biz

September 22, 2011 17:00 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MB

In this week’s episode, Dan and Ian talk about common small business myths. Learning about big, successful companies can be inspiring, but many entrepreneurs make the mistake of trying to copy their ways of doing business. The fact is that a company like Apple or Nike approaches marketing (and all other parts of running a business) entirely different than you should run your business. Listen to this episode to learn of the three most harmful myths. In the quick tips section radio DJ Dan Lyons...

Episode 72: TMBA 072 (LBP 72) – 4 Things You Don’t Know About Hiring

September 15, 2011 17:00 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MB

This week, Dan and Ian answer a bunch of listener questions. Topics include An in depth discussion on hiring (including: how to delegate, how to find cheap talent, …) Trade show hacks that Dan and Ian use (hustling involved) How Dan and Ian first got started when they founded their business 4 years ago The quick tips section features Rob Walling’s (from Startups For the Rest of Us) top 3 sticky apps of 2011. We just launched DynamiteCircle, our community for entrepreneurs. Check it out. Have ...

Episode 71: TMBA 071 (LBP71) – How to Become a Blogging Superstar + the Entrepreneurial Leap

September 08, 2011 17:00 - 36 minutes - 49.9 MB

In this episode, Dan and Ian unveil their private community for entrepreneurs, DynamiteCircle. The “meat and potatoes” section features an interview with Sean Ogle who is launching his product Location Rebel. Check out Location Rebel if you want to quit your job and make the leap into location independence. Sean and Dan discuss 5 mindsets that will break or make your entrepreneurial ventures. They also discuss how Sean ended up becoming one of the top lifestyle design bloggers. In the quick t...

Episode 70: TMBA 070 (LBP70) – 9 Tough Truths About Running a Business and Changing Your Life

September 01, 2011 17:00 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MB

In this episode, Dan and Ian talk about 9 tough truths about running or starting your business that bloggers won’t tell you about. Starting a business requires a lot of sweat, tears and sacrifices. You’ll feel lost or depressed every once in a while. You’ll have to stay at home while your friends go out and have expensive cocktails. Friends and family won’t understand or support what you’re doing. This episode is dedicated to these less glamourous parts of entrepreneurship. Dan and Ian also s...

Episode 69: TMBA 069 (LBP69) – 6 Unorthodox Blog Content Strategies

August 25, 2011 18:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB

After the successful sale of OutsourceToThePhilippines.com (and making more than $200 per post), Dan an Ian discuss content/blogging strategies. While they often make fun of blogging, providing high quality content to the right niche can be very lucrative. In this episode, you’ll learn how to identify a profitable niche how to come up with content one content strategy that caters loyal readers and long-tail search terms alike and a lot more In the quick tips section Dan and Ian recommend one ...

Episode 67: TMBA 067 (LBP67) – Why Internet Business Owners Should Set Up in Hong Kong

August 11, 2011 18:00 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MB

This week, Dan and Ian answer a reader question about Hong Kong incorporation. You’ll learn What Dan and Ian’s HK incorporation experience was like. How much incorporating costs. Why internet business owners should set up a corporation in Hong Kong. Hong Kong vs. Singapore Hong Kong vs. the Philippines The quick tips will introduce you to a tool that makes your Mac even faster, a tool that makes using your computer at night easier on the eyes and some great podcasting advice from Dan Lyons. I...

Episode 68: TMBA 068 (LBP68) – How We Sold A Blog For 5 Figures + Interview With Chris Ducker

August 08, 2011 18:00 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MB

In this Episode, Dan and Ian announce how the sale of their blog, OutsourceToThePhilippines.com, went. You will learn why they decided that it was time to sell this property and that Chris Ducker is the new owner. Chris is the only guy in the outsourcing industry whose products Dan and Ian have backed in the past (e.g. Virtual Staff Finder) so he’s the perfect buyer. This week’s meat & potatoes section consists of an interview with Chris Ducker. Dan and Chris talk about Chris’ future plans wi...

TMBA 066 (LBP66) – The Tao of the Hustle

August 04, 2011 18:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MB

In this week’s episode, Dan and Ian talk about hustling. Most people are better at talking about hustling than actually getting it done. Tweeting that you are hustling doesn’t mean you’re hustlin’. :) Just sitting in front of your laptop for 60 hours/week is not enough. If you listen to this episode, “The Tao of the Hustle”, you’ll learn the character traits that make an authentic hustler. In the quick tips section you’ll learn of a tool that makes working at night less eye-straining. If you ...

Episode 65: TMBA 065 (LBP65) – The Technique That Gets Us $100K Months and How And How You Can Use it In Your Business

July 28, 2011 21:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

This week, Dan is speaking to you from Bali while Ian is back in San Diego after a trip to Washington, DC. In order to stick to the promised weekly schedule, this is a re-publish of Episode #28 (Dan and Ian recorded a brand new 4-minute intro.) This episode is all about visualizing. Dan and Ian visualized their target revenue to be $100,000 a year ago. As of this month, this goal is reached. You will learn how to grow your business by having a clear vision. Dan and Ian also address the differ...

Episode 64: TMBA 064 (LBP64) – 6 Ways to Get Laid or Get Paid

July 21, 2011 18:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

Dan and Ian talk about 6 tips that both help you get a date and make more sales. Sales and seduction techniques are strikingly similar in many ways, studying one will also improve your success in the other area. If you want to support the show, check out our first 50 episodes on sale. Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring. 888-554-8428. Go make it happen! :)

Episode 63: TMBA 063 (LBP63) – What We Believe, Plus a RE-INTRODUCTION to the Lifestyle Business Podcast

July 14, 2011 18:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Dan and Ian just finalized their Hong Kong incorporation and announce a new publishing schedule for the Lifestyle Business Podcast. There has been an incredible explosion of new listeners to the podcast over the last few months. Therefore, Dan and Ian re-introduce themselves and their business beliefs in this episode. They talk about: How much money Dan and Ian are they making from this podcast Why there are too many solopreneurs out there Why you should avoid taking loans Why niche sites suc...

Episode 62: TMBA 062 (LBP62) – 5 Countries, 3 Companies, 1 Hell of a Party and Why Your Internet Business Should Be Based in Hong Kong

July 08, 2011 18:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

Dan and Ian travelled 5 different countries over the last few weeks. Each of these places comes with many reasons to do business or live. In this episode, you’ll find out why Dan and Ian travel, live and do business in the following locations: USA China Bali/Indonesia Philippines Hong Kong Besides that, we have a quick tip that will increase your email productivity and give you updates on what we’ve been up to (had a party in the Philippines, rented a house in Bali, ran a new internship.) You...

Episode 61: TMBA 061 (LBP61) – 7 Reasons Why Your ‘Four Hour Work Week’ Business Is Failing

May 26, 2011 18:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Did you read the Four Hour Work Week and are struggling to get your business off the ground? In this podcast episode, Dan and Ian discuss 7 common mistakes that aspiring entrepreneurs make. Building a business isn’t an easy undertaking. Listen to this podcast if you want to build a 4 Hour Work Week business, you may be making some of these deadly mistakes. If you want to support the show, check out our first 50 episodes on sale. Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring. 888-554-8428. Go make...

Episode 60: TMBA 060 (LBP60) – 2 Blogging Pitfalls and an Inside Look Into Our Membership Sites

April 27, 2011 18:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

Dan and Ian talk about common traps and mistakes that people make when building an information marketing business. They also reveal the architecture of their upcoming membership sites. In the quick-tips, you’ll learn of a potentially life-changing read. Enjoy!

Episode 59: TMBA 059 (LBP59) – 3 Forgotten Principles You Need To Know About Rule Breaking And Rule Making

April 11, 2011 18:00 - 34 minutes - 39.4 MB

In this episode, Dan and Ian talk about rule breaking and rule making. As an entrepreneur, you can’t always wait for somebody else to give you permission. You have to make your own rules. In the quick tips, a few useful iPhone apps are discussed. Enjoy! If you want to support the show, check out our first 50 episodes on sale. Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring. 888-554-8428. Go make it happen! :)

Episode 58: TMBA 058 (LBP58) – 9 Millionaire Success Principles

March 23, 2011 18:00 - 21 minutes - 38.8 MB

In this episode, Dan and Ian talk about character traits and principles that self-made millionaires have in common. Dan is currently hanging out with some multi millionaire friends in Subic Bay. These successful entrepreneurs think and act very different than the average working class person. You’ll learn of 9 millionaire principles that you can start implementing today. If you want to support the show, check out our first 50 episodes on sale. Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring. 888-5...

Episode 57: TMBA 057 (LBP57) – The Case Against Flying Solo

March 08, 2011 19:00 - 22 minutes - 41.8 MB

Today, Dan and Ian compare going solo to hiring people and building a team. Almost everybody in the “lifestyle business” niche thinks that not having a team is the road to more freedom, less hassle, location independence or a “4 hour work week”. Dan and Ian’s case is the exact opposite: having a team and hiring people gives you more freedom (and also increases your chances of success) than flying solo. If you want to support the show, check out our first 50 episodes on sale. Have fun. Leave a...

Episode 56: TMBA 056 (LBP56) – How to Manufacture Products in Asia

March 03, 2011 19:00 - 22 minutes - 40.6 MB

Today, Dan and Ian discuss how to get started sourcing physical products from China. Furthermore, they discuss some of their own business failures. Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring. 888-554-8428. Go make it happen! :) This episode is sponsored by wordpress designers and developers, Gut Shot Studios.

Episode 55: TMBA 055 (LBP55) – 10 More Shady Business Tactics We Would Never Advocate or Tell Our Mom About

February 23, 2011 19:00 - 18 minutes - 34 MB

Today, Dan and Ian talk about 10 tactics that shady businessmen use. Dan and Ian DO NOT use or encourage any of these tactics, this episode is entirely hypothetical. Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring. 888-554-8428. Go make it happen! :) This episode is sponsored by wordpress designers and developers, Gut Shot Studios.

Episode 54: TMBA 054 (LBP54) – 7 Ways Location Independence Can Make You Cash

February 16, 2011 19:00 - 22 minutes - 41.9 MB

Today, Dan and Ian talk about 7 ways how you (and your business) can profit from going location independent. Thanks to the Internet, globalization and tools that weren’t available a couple of years ago (e.g. Skype), it’s easier than ever before to go location independent. Not only is it fun to be location independent, it also has the potential to make you a bunch of cash. Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring. 888-554-8428. Go make it happen! :)

Episode 53: TMBA 053 (LBP53) – 5 Myths About Successful Internet Businesses (+Transcript)

February 09, 2011 19:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Dan and Ian talk about 5 common myths about internet businesses. Other topics include using video to enhance your online presence, freight forwarders, how to never miss an international conference call again and a new invention that will revolutionize the world.

Episode 52: TMBA 052 (LBP52) – A Fail Proof Method For Success

February 02, 2011 19:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

In this episode, Dan and Ian have a special guest: @SeanOgle. Sean is a successful online entrepreneur who works with Dan and Ian. Together, they discuss a fail proof method for success (hint: it has to do with networking). Furthermore, they talk about new findings from the SEO trenches. Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring. 888-554-8428. Go make it happen! :)

Episode 51: TMBA 051 (LBP51) – 5 Signs You Might be a Loser

January 26, 2011 19:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

In this episode, Dan and Ian talk about 5 signs why you might be a loser. These are 5 common issues that hinder entrepreneurial progress. The right mindset is one of the most important components if you want to crush it. In the quick tips section, Dan and Ian talk about how they lost 20 pounds in 8 week without exercise and how to never forget anything ever again. Our live podcast on Ustream last week was a big success. Thanks to everybody who tuned in. We’ll have a live podcast once a month ...

Episode 50: TMBA 050 (LBP50) – A Naughty Way to Start Your Business for $300 – Part 2

January 14, 2011 19:00 - 23 minutes - 22.3 MB

Today, Dan and Ian continue their discussion on how to finally get started with your business for $300 or less (part 1 here). After deciding on your product, you will learn how to line out your product in more detail, come up with a unique selling proposition and test your product without actually producing it. Dan & Ian also reveal a few naughty tricks that some of their friends used. Depending on your local laws, these tricks might be illegal. It’s your responsibility to check your laws. W...

Episode 49: TMBA 049 (LBP49) – A Naughty Way to Start Your Business for $300 – Part 1

January 12, 2011 19:45 - 24 minutes - 23.2 MB

A lot of people have been asking for more content focused on getting started with your online business. This is fun content for us to produce because I feel like we are always starting something new! We’ve got a lot of people around us doing the same so in this episode we start to talk about one slightly naughty approach you can take to getting started online. This is a long conversation so we’ll chunk it up into multiple episodes. Yeah buddy. We’re going to ramp up podcast production a bit a...

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Rob Walling
3 Episodes
Alex Blumberg
2 Episodes
Chris Ducker
2 Episodes
Cal Newport
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Chris Voss
1 Episode
James Schramko
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Jordan Harbinger
1 Episode
Matt Farah
1 Episode
Nate Duncan
1 Episode
Noah Kagan
1 Episode
Ricardo Semler
1 Episode
Seth Godin
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Tim Urban
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