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The revenue stream you're probably ignoring (but shouldn't)
Issue #164 | October 14th, 2025 Presented by Lettuce Hey there! Last week, while reviewing my business financials, I stumbled across a number that shocked me. Over the first 10 years of my business, more than 50% of my total revenue came from affiliate marketing. Not from my own courses. Not from my coaching programs Not from speaking fees. But from affiliate commissions simply by recommending other people's products and services. And here's the crazy part: I wasn't even trying to focus on...
The secret that saved my sanity (and 10 hours a week)
Issue # 163 | October 7th, 2025 Presented by Awai Hey there, For the past 430 days, I've posted a video every single day on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. That's over 1,200 videos across platforms. When people find out about this streak, they always ask the same question: "How do you find time to create content every single day?" Here's the secret: I don't. I use a strategy that allows me to create a week's worth of content in just a couple of hours, then completely forget about...
You already have everything you need to start
Issue #162 | September 30th, 2025 Hi, it's Pat! Last week, a student asked me: "Pat, what camera should I buy to start my YouTube channel? I've been researching for three months, and I'm overwhelmed by all the options." Here's what I told him: "Start with your iPhone. Today." His response?“What about lighting? What about audio quality?" I pulled up my phone and showed him a video I'd posted the day before — shot entirely on my iPhone — that had already gotten 50,000 views and hundreds of...
The hidden price of perfect timing
Issue #161 | September 23rd, 2025 Hi, it's Pat! In 2008, I was laid off from my architecture job and had a choice: Find another job or start my own business. I chose entrepreneurship. But instead of taking action, I spent three months "preparing." I read books, took courses, analyzed the market, and perfected my business plan. I told myself I was being smart and strategic. The truth? I was scared and using preparation as an excuse to avoid action. Finally, my business coach, Jeremy, had had...
This “selfish” question is the key to success.
Issue #160 | September 16th, 2025 Hi, it’s Pat! This is one of the most powerful questions you can ask yourself:"How do I make more money without working more hours?" The natural instinct is to take on more clients, work longer hours, and hustle harder. But that's a recipe for burnout, not breakthrough. Today, I want to show you a different path — one that lets you generate more revenue without sacrificing your sanity or your passion for the work you do. This will be especially helpful if you...
Why your hobby isn't optional (it's your secret weapon)
Issue #159 | September 9th, 2025 Hi, it's Pat! Last week, I was on a fishing trip when my phone started buzzing with "urgent" emails and work-related notifications. My first instinct was to reel in my line and start responding. Then I remembered a conversation I'd just had with my friend Chris Ducker, author of The Long-Haul Leader. He told me something that stopped me in my tracks: "Pat, entrepreneurs with hobbies outperform those without hobbies by 30%. It's not optional — it's strategic."...
Your biggest competitive advantage costs $0
Issue #150 | September 2nd, 2025 Presented by Taplio. Hi, it's Pat! Yesterday marked day 400 of posting short-form content every single day without missing once. 400 days straight. No breaks. No telling myself, "I'll post tomorrow instead." No excuses. When I started this journey, each video took me 45 minutes to create and edit, and I purposely did not get any help along the way. In the beginning, I was lucky to get a few hundred views, and my content was mediocre at best. But getting views...
The Viral Content Trap (and how to avoid it)
Issue #157 | August 26th, 2025 Hi, it's Pat! What if chasing viral content is actually killing your business? I know that sounds backwards. We all want our content to blow up, get millions of views, and make us internet famous for 15 minutes. But here's what I've learned after generating over 4 billion views in the last year: The wrong kind of viral content can destroy everything you're trying to build. Let me explain what I mean, and more importantly, show you a better way to think about...
How to stay focused when the world wants you distracted
Issue # 153 | August 19th, 2025 Hey there, Yesterday, I opened my phone to check the time and somehow ended up watching a 10-minute video about a guy who builds tiny houses for squirrels. Squirrel houses. For actual squirrels. Don't get me wrong — it was fascinating. The craftsmanship was incredible, and the squirrels seemed genuinely appreciative. But here's the thing: I had zero interest in squirrel architecture before I picked up my phone, and I have zero plans to build squirrel houses in...
The human experience revolution (and why your next event should be in a coffee shop)
Issue #155 | August 12th, 2025 Hey there, Back in June, I spent $0 on marketing for an event that drew over 5,000 people to Tampa, Florida. Zero dollars. No ads, no influencer partnerships, no fancy marketing campaigns. Just word of mouth from people who were desperate to be in the same room together, sharing their passion for something they love. The event was Card Party — a gathering for Pokémon collectors, fans, and creators. And the fact that it sold out without any paid promotion tells...
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