Episodios

  • 1697: How to Write Your First Viral Article in 30 Minutes or Less by Neal Samudre with GoinsWriter

    1697: How to Write Your First Viral Article in 30 Minutes or Less by Neal Samudre with GoinsWriter
    May 24 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1697: Neal Samudre reveals the key ingredients behind writing content that goes viral, focusing on how emotional connection, simplicity, and relatability drive people to share. Discover how to create messages that not only grab attention but inspire action through strategic storytelling. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://goinswriter.com/write-viral/ Quotes to ponder: "Virality is about resonance. It’s about a message that spreads not just because it’s new, but because it feels familiar." "Make your message simple, memorable, and emotional." "People don’t share facts; they share feelings." Episode references: Contagious: Why Things Catch On: https://jonahberger.com/books/contagious Buzzsumo: https://buzzsumo.com Made to Stick: https://heathbrothers.com/books/made-to-stick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • 1696: You Can Call Yourself an Entrepreneur When by James Altucher on Business Startup Advice

    1696: You Can Call Yourself an Entrepreneur When by James Altucher on Business Startup Advice
    May 23 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1696: James Altucher lays out a raw and honest look at what it truly means to be an entrepreneur, not when you have a business card or a dream, but when you've navigated failure, reinvented yourself, and found a way to earn back trust and money. His insights cut through the glamorized startup myths, offering a reality check that's both sobering and empowering for anyone on the entrepreneurial path. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jamesaltucher.com/blog/you-can-call-yourself-an-entrepreneur-when/ Quotes to ponder: "You’re not an entrepreneur when you have an idea. You’re not an entrepreneur when you have a business card." "You’re an entrepreneur when you make a sale. When you build something valuable." "Every time I failed, I had to reinvent myself. And it was always painful." Episode references: Choose Yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Choose-Yourself-James-Altucher/dp/1490313370 The Dip by Seth Godin: https://www.amazon.com/Dip-Little-Book-Teaches-Quit/dp/1591841666 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • 1695: Make Your Financing Pitch Sizzle by Christine Comaford of Smart Tribes Institute

    1695: Make Your Financing Pitch Sizzle by Christine Comaford of Smart Tribes Institute
    May 22 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1695: Christine Comaford outlines how to craft a financing pitch that captivates investors by tapping into both logic and emotion. Learn how to engage the brain's decision-making triggers, build trust fast, and differentiate your offer in a crowded market. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://smarttribesinstitute.com/make-your-financing-pitch-sizzle/ Quotes to ponder: "To connect with your audience and compel them to act, you must speak to all three parts of their brain: the reptilian, the mammalian, and the neocortex." "Investors are bombarded with pitches, so yours must be clear, concise, and compelling." "Show your humanity, tell the story of why you’re doing this venture and why it matters to you." Episode references: The Challenger Sale: https://www.amazon.com/Challenger-Sale-Control-Customer-Conversation/dp/1591844355 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • 1694: How to Plow Through Work and Still Produce Quality by Tynan

    1694: How to Plow Through Work and Still Produce Quality by Tynan
    May 21 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1694: Tynan lays out a refreshingly pragmatic approach to work, emphasizing that consistent effort and smart prioritization matter far more than passion or burnout-inducing hustle. He dismantles the myths around productivity and instead encourages readers to focus on creating value while aligning work with a sustainable lifestyle. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tynan.com/work/ Quotes to ponder: "Work isn't about working hard or being passionate, it's about creating value." "The biggest factor in how much work you do is whether or not you actually sit down and do it." "I’m not particularly passionate about any work I do, but I love the life that doing that work enables." Episode references: Getting Things Done: https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Things-Done-Stress-Free-Productivity/dp/0143126563 Trello: https://trello.com RescueTime: https://www.rescuetime.com Deep Work: https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Work-Focused-Success-Distracted/dp/1455586692 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 m
  • 1693: What Tech Companies Can Learn from Rehab by Max Ogles of Nir and Far

    1693: What Tech Companies Can Learn from Rehab by Max Ogles of Nir and Far
    May 20 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1693: Max Ogles dives into the psychological roots of tech addiction, revealing why our compulsive habits persist and how we can reverse them without extreme digital detoxes. With a blend of behavioral science and practical steps, he outlines a realistic approach to reclaiming focus in a world engineered for distraction. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/rehab/ Quotes to ponder: "Distraction, it turns out, isn’t about the tech itself, it’s about our relationship to it." "The solution isn’t abstinence. The solution is mastery." "We shouldn’t fear technology; we should fear using it mindlessly." Episode references: Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Indistractable-Control-Your-Attention-Choose/dp/194883653X Time Well Spent (Center for Humane Technology): https://www.humanetech.com/ Freedom App: https://freedom.to/ Forest App: https://www.forestapp.cc/ RescueTime: https://www.rescuetime.com/ Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products: https://www.amazon.com/Hooked-How-Build-Habit-Forming-Products/dp/1591847788 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • 1692: Just Because Nobody is Doing it is not a Reason to Launch AND Honesty Makes You Stronger by Dr. Jeff Cornwall

    1692: Just Because Nobody is Doing it is not a Reason to Launch AND Honesty Makes You Stronger by Dr. Jeff Cornwall
    May 19 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1692: Jeff Cornwall urges aspiring entrepreneurs to rethink two foundational myths: the allure of being the first to market and the fear of transparency. He cautions against launching simply because no one else is doing it and reveals how embracing honesty builds credibility, strengthens relationships, and leads to more resilient ventures. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drjeffcornwall.com/2018/02/25/just-because-nobody-is-doing-it-is-not-a-reason-to-launch/ & https://drjeffcornwall.com/2021/02/22/honesty-makes-you-stronger/ Quotes to ponder: "Just because nobody is doing it does not mean it is a good idea." "The reality is that full and open honesty actually makes entrepreneurs stronger." "Transparency builds trust with your stakeholders and gives you credibility that will help get you through the rough patches that all entrepreneurs face." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 m
  • 1691: [Part 2] The Real Reason Self-Promotion Sucks by Margo Aaron of That Seems Important

    1691: [Part 2] The Real Reason Self-Promotion Sucks by Margo Aaron of That Seems Important
    May 18 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1691: Margo Aaron breaks down why self-promotion feels so uncomfortable, not because the strategies don’t work, but because fear drives our resistance to them. She offers a realistic and compassionate framework for gradually building confidence, showing that developing genuine relationships and embracing discomfort are key to authentic growth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thatseemsimportant.com/marketing/reason-self-promotion-sucks/ Quotes to ponder: "You’re going to suck at promoting yourself, your business, and your ideas until you’ve done it, a lot of it." "The idea is to build up your tolerance for discomfort in stages. Dip your toe in." "When you’re speaking to people who speak your language, who are interested, who need and want what you’re selling, it stops being self-promotey and starts being helpful." Episode references: Paul Graham - Do Things That Don’t Scale: https://www.paulgraham.com/ds.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 m
  • 1690: [Part 1] The Real Reason Self-Promotion Sucks by Margo Aaron of That Seems Important

    1690: [Part 1] The Real Reason Self-Promotion Sucks by Margo Aaron of That Seems Important
    May 17 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1690: Margo Aaron explores the discomfort many people feel around self-promotion, revealing that our struggle often stems not from humility but from a misalignment between how we want to be perceived and the strategies we think we have to use. She invites readers to reframe marketing not as manipulation but as an authentic extension of identity, enabling more genuine connection and confidence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thatseemsimportant.com/marketing/reason-self-promotion-sucks/ Quotes to ponder: "Self-promotion feels gross because we think we have to be someone we’re not in order to succeed." "Marketing isn’t about making people like you. It’s about helping the right people find you." "We’re not afraid of being seen. We’re afraid of being seen and rejected." Episode references: Start with Why by Simon Sinek: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447 This Is Marketing by Seth Godin: https://www.amazon.com/This-Marketing-Cant-Until-Learn/dp/0525540830 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 m
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