Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The Content Capitalists
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| Post It Ugly | 20 Sep 2026 | 00:27:11 | |
You know exactly what to say. You know how to record it. The video is shot, edited, and sitting in your Google Drive right now, and you still haven't posted it. That's the exposure gap, and the fix is two words: post it ugly. In this episode I break down why your finished videos die of old age in a folder, why perfectionism is almost always fear wearing a nicer outfit, and the one rule that gets your content into the world. This is the final part of the series, and it's the one that actually makes you hit publish. If you're a coach who keeps telling yourself the hook needs work or the brand isn't ready, this is the permission and the system to press post. Here's what I get into:
I'm not telling you to throw slop at your audience. The opposite. This is about knowing the difference between an imperfect video worth posting and a lazy one that isn't, then shipping the first kind every single week. So here's the takeaway. A beautifully edited video sitting in your Google Drive is worthless. Post it ugly, get real feedback, and get better in public. If you want the full system for turning that content into actual client conversations, that's Video Marketing Machine, and the full training is here: https://youtu.be/F3cHaH_H2w4 If you want to see the video for this episode, watch here: https://youtu.be/bKR-TDYARRU New episodes every Monday. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you listen. Follow Me: Timestamps: | |||
| Do Only What Only You Can Do | 13 Sep 2026 | 00:21:01 | |
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It’s not that you don't know what to say. It's the giant gap between having the idea and actually getting it posted. In this episode I break down the production gap, the pile of tiny tasks that quietly turns a coach into their own unpaid intern, and the system I use to cross it in 30 to 60 minutes a week. The one rule running through all of it: do only what only you can do. If you're a coach who knows exactly what to say but still can't seem to get the video shot, edited, and out the door, this is the fix. Here's what I get into:
I'm not telling you to get better at editing, captions, and file management. The opposite. This is about spending your time only on the thinking, the stories, and the recording, then letting the machine do the rest. So here's the one thing to walk away with. Do only what only you can do, and build the system that gets your best ideas published without swallowing your whole week. Grab my free gear list here: https://vmm-f52bja3.gamma.site/talking-head And if you want the full system for turning content into clients, that's Video Marketing Machine, and the full training is linked below. A lot of this one is visual on the video side, since I'm drawing out the production gap and demonstrating the framing. If you want to see it, watch here: https://youtu.be/F3cHaH_H2w4 New episodes every Monday. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you listen. Follow Me: Timestamps: | |||
| Your Content Should Weaken Your Pitch | 06 Sep 2026 | 00:05:53 | |
Watch this on Youtube: https://youtu.be/uCquIf6EXLM Good content doesn't make your sales pitch stronger. It makes the pitch completely unnecessary. In this episode I break down why the cringe you feel the moment your content turns into a sales pitch is your integrity telling you the whole approach is wrong, and the six-part system I teach my clients to fix it. The twist is that this episode runs that exact system on you while you listen, so you'll feel it work in real time. If you're a coach, service professional, or agency owner who hates that jarring moment when a normal conversation flips into an infomercial, this is the reframe that makes hard selling obsolete. Here's what I get into:
This isn't another high-pressure closing script. It's the opposite, and that's the whole point. By the end, the pitch doesn't feel like a pitch, because there's nothing left to push against. So here's the question to sit with. What if your content's job was never to set up the pitch, but to make it unnecessary? If you want to see how this builds into a full client-getting system, I made a free training that walks through signing $12,000 to $30,000 clients without ads or hard pitching. The link's in the show notes. A lot of this one is visual on the video side, since I'm knocking over an actual tower as I go. If you want to see it, click here: https://youtu.be/uCquIf6EXLM New episodes every Monday. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you listen. Follow Me: https://www.youtube.com/@KenOkazaki Timestamps: | |||
| Why Coaches Stay Stuck at $27 | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:09:33 | |
Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/b9VyG-d5HHs I've signed coaching clients at $12,000 to $30,000 without running a single ad or pushing anyone through a giant funnel. The shift that made it possible is something I first understood in a ten-seat sushi bar. In this episode I break down why most coaches stay stuck selling $27 courses, and the counterintuitive move that lets you charge premium prices for your coaching. It comes down to one idea that feels wrong until you see it everywhere, from an 85-year-old sushi master in Tokyo to the biggest names in online coaching. If you're a coach, consultant, or expert who knows your stuff but can't seem to get paid what it's worth, this is the reframe that changes how you package everything. Here's what I get into:
This isn't about gating your best ideas behind another paywall. It's the opposite, and that's exactly why it works. I'll show you why giving away your mastery attracts the clients who want your access, not just your answers. So here's the challenge. Take your single most valuable framework and ask what would happen if you gave it away. If you want help turning that framework into a high-ticket coaching offer, I made a comprehensive training that walks through the whole thing without a dollar of ad spend. Watch it next: https://youtu.be/F3cHaH_H2w4 A lot of this one is visual, since I'm drawing out the information-versus-access continuum. If you want to see it, click here: https://youtu.be/b9VyG-d5HHs New episodes every Monday. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you listen. Follow Me: Timestamps: | |||
| Viral Content Won’t Get You Clients | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:16:22 | |
Watch this episode on YT here: https://youtu.be/2Se7iEBtWUo Work with me here: https://thechosencoach.com/letstalk In this episode I break down why the copy-the-outlier strategy quietly turns great coaches into forgettable clones, and the framework I use to build a content moat nobody can replicate. You'll get the three C's for finding stories only you can tell, plus the two bridges that turn those stories into clients. If you're a coach, service professional, or agency owner who's tired of chasing clients and wants the kind who choose you, the ones happily paying $10,000 and up, this is how you become an original in a sea of copies. Here's what I get into:
I'm not handing you another template to fill in. You get the actual system I run for myself and teach my private clients, including the parts that still feel uncomfortable to post. Here's your challenge. In the next 24 hours, find one story from your cash, contacts, or calendar, bridge it to a lesson your ideal client needs, and post it ugly before it feels ready. If you want help turning that into a full content system that makes you the obvious choice, you can work with me inside Video Marketing Machine: https://thechosencoach.com/letstalk A lot of this one started as a visual breakdown, since I'm drawing out the triangle and the bridges. If you want to see it, search Ken Okazaki on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KenOkazaki New episodes every Monday. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you listen. Follow Me: Timestamps: | |||
| Get $10K Clients Without Chasing Trends | 17 Aug 2026 | 00:15:19 | |
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/zHm7oWMMh4Q I can always tell when a coach is running the guru playbook. The views look great and the inbox stays dead silent. In this episode I break down the guru playbook that keeps coaches sounding identical, why it quietly repels the high-ticket clients you actually want, and the Three C's system I use to pull an endless supply of content only you could ever make. It all comes from three places already sitting on your phone: your calendar, your cash, and your contacts. If you're a coach, service professional, or agency owner pulling in views that never turn into clients, you're probably running the wrong playbook, and this is the fix. Here's what I get into:
This isn't a viral hack, and it probably won't make you go viral. It's the durable stuff that makes a coach impossible to copy, including the small embarrassing moments I now turn into content on purpose. Here's your challenge. Pick one thing from your calendar, your cash, or your contacts that stood out this week, and turn it into your next piece of content. That single shift is how you stop chasing clients and start being chosen. Want the full system that turns this into client-getting content? Watch this next: https://youtu.be/F3cHaH_H2w4 A lot of this one started as a visual breakdown on the video side. If you want to see it, click here: https://youtu.be/zHm7oWMMh4Q New episodes every Monday. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you listen. Follow Me: Timestamps: | |||
| The Perfect Week | 09 Aug 2026 | 00:23:38 | |
Learn more here: https://urlgeni.us/youtube/IPX4Fe Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/alLqSJKaCIg You can post every single week, do everything the gurus swear by, and still be completely forgettable. I spent years proving that one personally. In this episode I break down the Perfect Week, the exact method I use to help coaches plan seven days of high-intent content in one short sitting. It runs on six simple messages called the six P's, a framework I picked up from my good friend Taki Moore, and it fixes what most coaches get wrong. They think they have a platform problem. Almost every time, it's a message problem. If you're a coach, service professional, or agency owner who posts consistently and still hears crickets where the clients should be, this is for you. You don't need to make more content. You need to say something the right person actually remembers a week later. Here's what I get into:
I'm not handing you a recycled guru framework or a wall of AI slop. You get the actual system, including the slightly embarrassing stuff I got wrong for years before any of it clicked. Want to actually run the Perfect Week yourself? A lot of this one is visual on the video side, since I'm drawing out the framework. If you want to see it, click here: https://youtu.be/alLqSJKaCIg New episodes every Monday. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you listen. Follow Me: Timestamps: | |||
| 2 Words That Built P90X | 03 Aug 2026 | 00:11:42 | |
Tony Horton built a $200 million fitness empire on two words that are scientifically meaningless. I'd know. I finished his program twice. I can still hear "muscle confusion" in my head ten years later, but I can't name a single exercise from that program. In this episode I break down the three-part formula that makes certain phrases impossible to forget, then show you how to use it to name your own offer so prospects repeat it back to you weeks after the call. If you're a coach, service professional, or agency owner sitting on a great offer that nobody's buying, the offer is probably fine. The real issue is that nobody can repeat what you do back to themselves, and this episode fixes exactly that. Here's what I get into:
This isn't a vocabulary trick you can fake by asking ChatGPT for ten clever names. You get the actual formula plus the exact move I used on my own brand. So here's my challenge. Figure out the "muscle confusion" of your business, the two words people could repeat back to themselves in the car on the way home. Nail that and you'll never have to chase a client again. This one is visual on the video side, since I'm drawing out the three-circle formula. If you want to see it, search Ken Okazaki on YouTube. I'm @kenokazaki there and on Instagram. New episodes every Monday. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you listen, so the next one lands automatically. Follow Me: 00:00 The Phrases Living Rent-Free in Your Head | |||
| I Hired A Viral Agency, Then Fired Them | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:14:20 | |
👉Watch this episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/eF9GHZ5KxTY I paid a top agency to turn my content into a viral machine. It worked. Views up, engagement up, comments up. Two months later I fired them. In this episode I break down what happened when I handed myself over to one of the best viral agencies out there as if I were my own client, why I shut it down while the numbers were still climbing, and the only moat left in 2026 that AI cannot clone, deepfake, or copy. It comes down to two lines. Do cool stuff. Talk about it. If you're a coach, service professional, or agency owner posting optimized content and quietly turning into a slightly shinier version of every other coach, this is your wake-up call. Winning the algorithm is easy. Being the one coach a buyer actually remembers is the real game. Inside this video, you'll learn:
This is not another optimized guru framework, which is sort of the entire point. You get the actual experiment I ran on myself, plus the personal history I avoided talking about for most of my career. If you made it this far, you already understand why this matters more than another hack. Hit subscribe and follow along, and if the podcast earned it, give it a like so it reaches a coach who needs to hear it. Timestamps: Follow Me: | |||
| Why Our Content Wasn’t Bringing Us Leads (And What We Changed) | 20 Jul 2026 | 00:11:51 | |
👉Watch this episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/Trv5jZHG_fI For the past year, I was making content… but not building momentum. In today’s episode, I break down the honest mistakes we made creating content over the last year: posting consistently, doing all the right things, and still not seeing the business results we expected. This isn’t theory. It’s the strategy shift we’re making right now 2026. If you’re a service professional, coach, or agency owner trying to turn content into clients (not just followers), this episode explains what actually changed our approach. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: • Why consistency alone doesn’t create growth This isn’t a polished guru framework. If you’re building a real business and want content to support it instead of distract from it, you’re in the right place. Hit subscribe to follow the evolution as we build this system publicly. Follow Me:
00:00 – Why Our Content Strategy Needed to Change | |||
| More Content Does not Mean More Clients | 13 Jul 2026 | 00:20:38 | |
👉Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/Mt4n2sIGgaM Influencers chase views. But for Coaches & Service Pros, winning with content means more clients. This episode breaks down the system I use to turn winning content into leads without becoming a full-time influencer. If you already run a real business and your time matters, this is how you get ROI from content instead of vanity metrics. In this episode you’ll learn: • How to show up on camera with the right level of energy • How to use short-form videos to generate leads • The 3 pillars of winning content • How to hook viewers in the first seconds without gimmicks • Why comedians treat short gigs like labs and you should too • How to judge content by leads, not views When you learn to win with short-form, the rest gets a lot easier. This episode shows you how to win with content without burning out or competing with influencers. My focus here is simple: Small Audience, Big Impact If that’s what you want, you’re in the right place. Links: CustomGPT: https://vmm-f52bja3.gamma.site/3in3 Gear Guide: https://vmm-f52bja3.gamma.site/talking-head Follow Me: https://www.youtube.com/@kenokazaki https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ https://www.facebook.com/ken.okazaki https://www.tiktok.com/@kenokazaki1 Timestamps: 00:00 Why Views Don’t Matter for Service Businesses 02:26 The Real Energy Problem Service Pros Face 04:31The 3 Elements of Winning Content 07:12 Simple Video Production Setup Anyone Can Use 13:55 How to Show Energy on Camera Without Feeling Fake 20:03 Authority Content vs Value Content 20:25 The 3-in-3 Framework That Hooks Viewers Instantly 23:08 Free CustomGPT + Gear Guide | |||
| The Dead-Simple Funnel That Turns Content Into Clients (Without a Big Audience) | 06 Jul 2026 | 00:08:53 | |
👉Get the Dead Simple Funnel HERE: https://web.20xagency.com/dead-simple-funnel 👉Work with me here: https://videomarketingmachine.co/ This is the exact system I use to turn boring view counts into real conversations and high-ticket clients. Not viral. Not influencer nonsense. Just a clear path from content to sales. I call it the Dead Simple Funnel. In this episode, I’ll tell you how service professionals and coaches can stop posting random content and start using a system that quietly turns viewers into conversations, even with a small audience. Inside, I break down: • Why posting more content isn’t the answer • The missing bridge between views and clients • How to move people from watching to trusting you enough to talk • How to set up your profile so it does the selling for you • Why clarity beats reach every single time If content feels heavy, chaotic, or exhausting, it’s not because you suck at it. It’s because you haven’t got the right system. This episode shows you how to install one that works without a big audience. This podcast is for service professionals and coaches who want small audiences and big money. If that’s you, hit like and subscribe. Links: Dead Simple Funnel: https://web.20xagency.com/dead-simple-funnel Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ https://www.facebook.com/ken.okazaki https://www.tiktok.com/@kenokazaki1 Timestamps: 00:00 Why Content Feels Broken 01:34 What Content Is Actually For 02:27 The Dead-Simple Funnel 06:13 Why This Works 07:30 What to Do Next | |||
| The Content Capitalists Is Back. Here's What's Changing. | 06 Jul 2026 | 00:12:46 | |
The Content Capitalists is back, and it's better. New episodes every Monday, and a real shift worth telling you about. But first, let me explain. I started this show to crack one question: how do you make a million dollars a year off the back of content? For 130-plus episodes I chased it with people actually doing it, operators like Dan Martell, Hala Taha, Taki Moore, and Anik Singal. But here's what kept happening. People stopped asking about my guests and started asking about me. What am I teaching the clients paying me thousands a month? What's working right now? So that's exactly what you're getting. A lot more of me, handing you what I'm testing, teaching, and changing my mind about in real time. This chapter is built for coaches and experts. Your problem was never a lack of information. It's trust. And trust is exactly what the right content builds. That's what we're digging into every single week. Hit follow so every Monday's episode lands in your feed, then dive straight into the first solo episode. Let's go. Note: A lot of this connects to what I publish on YouTube, where these ideas get the full visual breakdown. Search Ken Okazaki, or find me at @kenokazaki on YouTube and Instagram. Follow Ken Okazaki at:
00:00 – The Show Is Back, and It's Different | |||
| Jeni Hott’s $10M Secret | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:51:30 | |
Think you need ads, funnels, or a massive social following to make millions online?
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| I Lost Everything.. Then Built Apple's Best Podcast with Omar Zenhom | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:44:33 | |
Most people would kill to get Gary Vee on their podcast. | |||
| The Man Behind $100M+ ECommerce SEO Success | 07 Jul 2025 | 01:06:30 | |
This episode is for:
— Meet Zack Franklin, Founder of SmartEcomSEO and the strategist behind eCommerce brands doing $40M–$100M a year. While most businesses burn cash on ads, Zack helps big businesses on Google take control of their traffic, and turn SEO into a high-performing revenue engine. At SmartEComSEO, he and his team publish 3,000+ high-ranking content pieces per month, helping brands like Kikron ($150M+) and Mom Cozy ($400M+) explode their sales. Topics include:
🔥 If you’re looking to grow your eCom business, don’t miss this interview. 📌 Want to work with my agency? Comment “20X” below and let’s talk. 📌 Subscribe for no-BS content marketing strategies. Follow Zack Franklin at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zackjf/ https://www.facebook.com/zackjf — Time Stamps: 00:00 How Does AI Content Compare? 00:40 Welcome to the Content Capitalists Podcast 01:35 Zach's Background in E-commerce and SEO 02:18 The Importance of SEO in E-commerce 05:29 Google's Changing Landscape 09:23 SEO Strategies and Techniques 10:15 Client Success Stories and Challenges 13:05 SEO for Different Business Models 26:53 Keyword Research and Competitor Analysis 34:11 YouTube and SEO Integration 38:07 The Power of Google Ads 39:22 Creating Effective MVP Models 42:28 The Impact of AI on SEO 45:31 Hiring the Right SEO Expert 54:12 These SEO Strategies Don’t Work Anymore 01:02:05 China’s Edge In Business 01:03:38 Final Thoughts and Takeaways — About Ken Okazaki Ken Okazaki is the CEO of 20x Agency, a full-service video marketing agency that specializes in A-Z content creation for platforms like YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. Their services help clients build authority, engage leads, and convert sales through high-quality content. With a global team across five countries, Ken serves clients in the US, Canada, Australia, and 15 other countries. Ken is also the inventor and CEO of GoBox Studio, a portable all-in-one podcasting and content creation studio that fits into a carry-on-sized case. Ken hosts the Content Capitalists Podcast, interviewing million-dollar earners about their success and strategies. He offers free courses on home studio setups, video marketing, and content creation. If you need top-tier marketing content or a portable studio, Ken can help you take your business to the next level. Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ https://www.youtube.com/c/KenOkazaki https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-content-capitalists-with-ken-okazaki/id1634328251 https://open.spotify.com/show/09IzKghscecbI7jPDVBJTw | |||
| From 0 to 11K+ Subscribers - The Content Strategy That Works | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:19:40 | |
This episode is for:
This episode is a little different. Instead of a regular interview, this is a case study, a real behind-the-scenes experience when Omar Zenhom decided to take the “$100 MBA Show”—his audio-only podcast—to YouTube.
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| 2k Ad Spend Turned $42k in Sales! (The ROI Secret for Coaches) | Sarah Greener | 10 Feb 2025 | 00:26:41 | |
This episode is best for:
--- This week, I sat down with Sarah Greener—a New Zealand-born, Thailand-based business coach who helps mompreneurs claw back their time and profits. We dug into her wild journey from running 9 businesses (and failing at most!) to scaling a coaching empire that lets her work less while earning more. Sarah’s “boring” systems let her work 3 days a week while her business earns cash. If you’re still “hoping” your content works, her $42K ad ROI story will hurt (in the best way). –- Key takeaways:
Follow Sarah Greener at: https://www.instagram.com/sarahgreenercoach/ #worklifebalance #mompreneurs #timemanagement #passiveincome #businessmoms --- Time Stamps: 00:00 Welcome to The Content Capitalists Podcast --- About Ken Okazaki Ken Okazaki is the CEO of 20x Agency, a full-service video marketing agency that specializes in A-Z content creation for platforms like YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. Their services help clients build authority, engage leads, and convert sales through high-quality content. With a global team across five countries, Ken serves clients in the US, Canada, Australia, and 15 other countries. Ken is also the inventor and CEO of GoBox Studio, a portable all-in-one podcasting and content creation studio that fits into a carry-on-sized case. Ken hosts the Content Capitalists Podcast, interviewing million-dollar earners about their success and strategies. He offers free courses on home studio setups, video marketing, and content creation. If you need top-tier marketing content or a portable studio, Ken can help you take your business to the next level. Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| Built A $100M Business (Then God Spoke!) | Taylor Welch | 30 Dec 2024 | 00:21:31 | |
Is it just me, or is the whole internet marketing game starting to feel a little soulless? We’re in luck because today, I'm talking with the legendary Taylor Welch. After his first company broke every record in the industry, he was on a non-stop upward trajectory, until a year ago, when his company faced scrutiny from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Taylor has made millions, lost millions, and found something way more valuable along the way: his purpose. We're talking about the stuff most marketers are too afraid to touch. This episode is for you if:
We're talking about massive success, FTC investigations against his business, and a spiritual awakening that changed everything for him. Taylor shares lots about his wild ride, and trust me, you won't want to miss this. Hit that play (and subscribe) button and let's get into it. #business #entrepreneur #motivation #success #inspiration #mindset #money #marketing #christianity #faith #god #prayer #spiritual #testimony #purpose
https://taylorawelch.com/ Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| Turning Cringe into Cash | Rachel Pedersen | 23 Dec 2024 | 01:07:42 | |
I don’t often have a repeat guest on my podcast, but when I do… it’s someone truly EPIC and Rachel Pedersen definitely qualifies. Rachel has the ability to turn the stuff you want to hide into viral content. This, along with her no-nonsense practical tips on content creation earned her the title of the “Queen of Social Media”. In our conversation, we talk about the stuff nobody tells you: cringy moments, flops, and what it takes to build an 8-figure business without losing your mind (or sense of humor). Rachel and I covered topics like the realities of coaching and agency work, & she even gave me a hint on what’s coming up next for her. Rachel’s truly not just “building a business.” She’s creating movements, challenging norms, and proving that the best success stories are the messy ones. Topics include: 🤯 Rachel’s unfiltered journey from $15/hour gigs to $100K+ contracts. 🧠 Why sharing your awkward truth is the ultimate connection hack. 🔥 Her bold move to learn coding and take down overpriced software giants. Rachel doesn’t play small, and this chat is a wake-up call for anyone tired of fake hype and shortcut promises. Stay till the end for Rachel’s tactical breakdown on creating an insane amount of content without burning out. Press play and let’s dive in. 🎧
https://rachelpedersen.com Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| $100K/Month Tiktok Live Selling?! | Jared Mortensen | 16 Dec 2024 | 01:01:39 | |
This week, I'm sitting down with Jared Mortensen, who's made a career leap that's as surprising as it is inspiring. Jared’s gone from crunching numbers and optimizing supply chains for Fortune 500 giants like Boeing, Textron, and Koch Industries to disrupt a different kind of industry – men's underwear. As the Founder of Real Men Apparel Company (RMAC), Jared is on a mission to bring inclusive sizing and actual comfort to the world of men’s underwear. We're talking about a lot more than just fabric and stitching, guys. This is also about finding your edge, overcoming risks, and learning how to grow smart, not fast. Plus, he’s sharing his huge success on TikTok and how he did it. Here's a sneak peek of what's inside:
So get comfortable and hit that play button. This episode with Jared will inspire you to shake things up and show you that your “crazy wild idea” might be your next big hit. #business #ecommerce #startup #businessgrowth #smallbusiness #businesstips #tiktok #tiktokmarketing #tiktoklive #livestreaming #socialselling #tiktoktips #tiktokshop #menswear #apparel #marketing #digitalmarketing and #contentcreation #tiktokshop
https://rmac.store/
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| Sales Is NOT About Selling | Kris Cochrane | 09 Dec 2024 | 00:52:32 | |
Kris and Sharni are an Aussie sales power couple who built their dream life by breaking all the rules. They’re here this week to unpack with me their unconventional (but highly effective) sales strategies. As partners behind Beyond Closers and The Remote Sales Institute, they’ve built hundreds of connections and created a system for a sales experience that feels like anything BUT a sales call. Other topics we include:
Plus, they hit me with a mind-blowing question that every entrepreneur needs to ask themselves. Click that play button and let’s get started. Follow Kris and Sharni at: https://beyondclosers.com/ Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| The Secret Sales Tactics of the Most Successful People | Vanessa Horn | 02 Dec 2024 | 00:41:46 | |
In this world of cold calls and predictable sales pitches, Vanessa Horn stands apart. Over $100M sold. Zero manipulation. 100% human. Yes, you read that right—over $100M. Her approach isn’t about flashy scripts or aggressive pitches, but emotional intelligence, building real connections, and creating psychological safety for clients. More of what we cover:
And here’s a BONUS: Vanessa takes us through a sales call in a raw, unscripted role-play. In fact, I found something to implement immediately that got me tangible results in my next sales call. If you’ve ever dreaded a sales call, Vanessa will change your entire approach. Watch now.
https://www.theclassyclose.com/
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| Creating Content That Sells | Laura Higgins | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:58:54 | |
People don’t buy from brands. They buy from people they LIKE and TRUST. And in the world of online business, building a strong personal brand is non-negotiable. In this episode, Laura shares the content strategy that took her from broke uni dropout to a multi-million dollar business owner before 30! We're talking Instagram tactics, the power of storytelling (why people connect with stories, not sales pitches!), and why being relatable beats being "perfect" every time. We also covered:
Plus, Laura shares her one question that will transform how you approach content creation. You don’t need fancy ads to grow. Just strategy, the right steps, and a little sense of humor. Watch the full episode now.
Donald Miller's book "Building a Story Brand" https://amzn.to/4eATBEP
https://www.instagram.com/laurahiggins
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| 7-Figure CRM by ‘Accident’ | Jenna Larson | 19 Nov 2024 | 00:48:56 | |
Most people dream of building a million-dollar business. Jenna Larson did it ‘by accident.’ 🤯 Leaving her corporate job was just the beginning. Jenna saw a need in the online business world for a CRM tool designed for social media—and she went after it. Today, GroupTrack CRM is the go-to for coaches and entrepreneurs looking to turn social engagement into steady income, bringing in millions in revenue. In this episode, we get into:
What started as an “impossible” idea is now a powerful tool, showing Jenna’s belief that building relationships with people beats any direct sales push. And the best part? She did it all without spending a dime on ads, and instead stuck to only organic growth. Hit play now.
http://www.grouptrackcrm.com/
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| The $80K/Month Side Hustle | Sean Ferres | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:50:14 | |
When your side hustle makes $80K a month, is it still a "side" hustle? 🤔 Sean Ferres dropped out of engineering school to become a full-time music producer & DJ, playing gigs on hot air balloons and yachts, and chased his music dreams. But passion doesn’t always pay the rent. He turned to copywriting and funnels, & had an instant knack for it, but it was when he started coaching other copywriters that he went from scraping by to making $80K a month! In this episode, we talk about:
Sean’s story is living proof that you can can excel at more than one passion, and make bank while you’re at it. Hit play.
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| Black Belt Turns Digital Marketer | Cris Rodriguez | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:48:41 | |
Turning a passion into profit isn’t easy, especially if your passion involves Jiu jitsu mats over marketing dashboards. But there is one CEO who’s cracked the code for martial arts school owners, helping them grow their businesses in a uniquely challenging market. After building her own martial arts school, Cris Rodriguez realized that digital marketing and organic social media could make or break a business. Now, with her agency GrowPro, she’s on a mission to help martial arts school owners grow without getting lost in the tech. We cover:
Cris’s story will make you think twice about what’s possible with a little grit and the ability to pivot when needed. Hit play now.
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| Vulnerability: Your Superpower | Travis Cochran | 28 Oct 2024 | 00:39:24 | |
Every entrepreneur knows this feeling—running a business is like carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. And when that weight piles on? Anxiety’s right around the corner, ready to mess with your head and your hustle. That’s where a mental health coach can make all the difference. Travis Cochran knows firsthand what it’s like to battle those demons. After stepping away from a promising pro rugby career, he spent the next 10 years mastering how to handle stress, anxiety, and fear. Now, he’s using what he learned to help entrepreneurs and young people who are facing the same challenges in his podcast ‘The Technician’, now a top podcast show in Australia. We also talked about:
Get ready for a raw, real, and relatable chat about the mental side of entrepreneurship. You’ll thank us later.
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| 1 Mistake Cost Him a $30M Business! | Anik Singal | 21 Oct 2024 | 00:52:48 | |
Most marketers don’t realize they’re just one FTC crackdown away from losing it all. -The marketing missteps that make you a target for the FTC (are you guilty?)
https://www.complily.com/ Anik’s Book: “Don’t Say That” https://ww.dontsaythat.com/go/
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| $50M Sales Strategy | James Sackl | 14 Oct 2024 | 00:42:19 | |
Behind every multi-million-dollar business, there’s a strategist pulling the strings. For Sales Sniper, that’s James Sackl. He’s not the one in the spotlight, but he’s the guy behind the scenes making sure every move is calculated, intentional, and backed by real data. In this episode, James breaks down how his work with Sales Sniper & 7th Level was the secret to reaching $50M in combined revenue. His strategies: focusing on testing assumptions to avoid bad investments, scalable systems and making sure each company decision is based on market research and solid data. We also covered:
So if you’re serious about building a business that lasts, you’ve got to hear from this episode. Click play and start scaling with precision.
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| Scale to 7 Figures with SEO | Damon Burton | 07 Oct 2024 | 00:44:07 | |
Most people give up on SEO too soon because they don’t understand why it takes time. But Damon Burton, Founder of SEO National, has a different approach. He knows that SEO is a long-term play that pays off in a big way. Damon’s helped clients like Tony Robbins and Russell Brunson grow their online presence through strategic SEO, and in this episode, he explains why it’s worth sticking with it. We talk about:
If you’re tired of chasing quick-fix marketing tactics that don’t deliver, this episode is going to change the way you think about SEO.
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| Systems that Grow to $1M | Ernesto Mandowsky | 30 Sep 2024 | 00:43:11 | |
Most business owners aren’t even scratching the surface of what tech can do. In this episode, Ernesto Mandowsky unpacks how simple systems can turn your small business into a million-dollar machine! Ernesto, Founder of Million-Dollar Machine (MDM), coaches service-based businesses to stop running on chaos and start building systems that generate 7-figure revenue. We also talk about why business owners need to stop ignoring tech and start using it to scale faster and smarter. How to automate the daily grind and focus on growth The power of systems to create consistent, predictable revenue Why most business owners are underusing tech and how to fix that Want a business that runs itself and scales to a million dollars? Hit play now.
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| Treat Content Like A Pro Athlete | Tony McAleavey | 23 Sep 2024 | 00:49:52 | |
Who you surround yourself with matters. That’s according to Tony McAleavy, an ex-firefighter turned viral fitness coach, who built a 7-figure business and gained over 1M followers in just 12 months. In this episode, Tony unpacks the mindset and strategies that took him from flatlining to dominating Instagram, proving that success isn’t about luck but about the people you have in your corner and the consistency you bring to the table. We hit on:
If you want real strategies, this is the one. Watch now.
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| You Need To Be More Selfish if You Want To Succeed | Toby Morrison | 16 Sep 2024 | 00:15:56 | |
Build a million-dollar business + change lives = 100% possible and without burning out! I sat down with Toby Morrison, of CFS Health. What started as a solo coaching gig is now a global business helping people in 65 countries recover from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. In this episode, we dig into what Toby focused on in order to grow and sustain his business:
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| $2M Agency Growth Strategy | Austin Schneider | 09 Sep 2024 | 00:49:51 | |
Want to bank $200k/m as a videographer or agency? I sat down with Austin Schneider, Founder of AgencyU. He was a video guy, lugging all the gear and pressing “record” for his clients. Now he’s completely systematized his business, scaled it up to $2m+ per year, and hired a CEO to run it for him. He did that so he could spend his time coaching other business owners and duplicating his systems into their businesses. Three things he’s obsessed with: nail your offer, install the right systems, and build for the long-term. Hit play now and get the full scoop on the three pillars. Follow Austin Schneider at: Follow Ken Okazaki at: | |||
| Breaking Past Plateaus | Andy Morgan | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:50:42 | |
Andy Morgan, the founder of Ripped Body and Athlete Body, has been coaching serious lifters and bodybuilders in Japan and from around the world, to train and get to competition ready level. | |||
| TV Host on Knowing Where to Look | Peter Murphy Lewis | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:51:41 | |
🤬Is your marketing strategy confusing the heck out of you? 😡 From TV hosting to marketing director for major corporations, Peter Murphy Lewis is here to set the record straight: if your strategy is confusing, it’s costing you. In this episode, we discuss why most CEOs over complicate marketing and how you can simplify yours to get real results. The best marketers aren’t noisy—the best just understand and connect with their audience better than the competition. If you’re ready to cut through the noise and get serious about your marketing, hit play. Follow Peter Murphy Lewis at: Follow Ken Okazaki at: | |||
| Street Fighter Turned $4 Million CEO | Danny Calafell | 19 Aug 2024 | 00:45:36 | |
Most businesses are doomed from the start. From fighting in boxing rings to leading a multimillion-dollar business, Danny Calafell is here to warn you: if you don’t know how to fight, your business is doomed to fail. Danny, the CEO of TriWorld Consulting, didn’t start with a silver spoon. He started with nothing and built a $4 million worth of business through sheer determination and smart strategies. Now, he’s on a mission to help businesses scale, but he’s not sugarcoating it. In this episode, Danny unpacks the brutal truth about why most businesses fail within 10 years and what you can do to defy those odds. Danny’s not giving the same old business advice so if you want the real deal, hit play. Follow Danny Calafell at: https://www.facebook.com/DannyChampCalafell Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| AI-Proof Your Future | Jonathan Mast | 12 Aug 2024 | 00:43:04 | |
Creation or evolution? Jonathan Mast, an AI consultant, made his case as a guest on my show, the Content Capitalists. If you have a job or if you have employees, this is for you! You need to learn to infuse AI into your daily life and start evolving today–if you haven’t already. Will jobs be lost? Entire industries destroyed? Yes–we cover which job sectors and industries are at risk, but more importantly, how you can stay one step ahead. Businesses hire him to consult on how to implement, integrate, and streamline EVERYTHING with AI. (you should probably reach out to him if you own a business). If you’re a geek, nerd, business owner, or just curious, listen to this episode. Guaranteed to not suck! Follow Jonathan Mast at: Follow Ken Okazaki at: | |||
| My Hidden Past: Inside a Cult (Part 2) | June Kato-Rider | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:45:13 | |
This episode isn't about content creation or making money. It's about diving deeper into my past, growing up in a cult, and how it shaped who I am today. If you’re looking for content creation and marketing tips, skip this one. But if you're curious about my background and want to hear more about the raw, uncut stories from my childhood, keep listening. My sister June Kato-Rider is back for part two of my interview with her. If you haven’t watched the first part yet, visit my channel and look for “My Hidden Past: Inside A Cult | June Kato-Rider”. In this episode, we discuss:
Lastly, we talk about resilience, overcoming adversity, and the drive that keeps us going. This is one of the most personal and raw conversations we've had. Click play and join us. Follow June Kato-Rider at: https://www.facebook.com/junie.balloonie/ Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| My Hidden Past: Inside a Cult | June Kato-Rider | 30 Jul 2024 | 00:50:27 | |
This episode is not about content creation, making money, or even really about entrepreneurship. It’s about me and past, born and raised in a cult. What it took was my sister, June, to ask me the questions nobody else could. She’s a professional Japanese-English interpreter, and probably the best there is, working with world leaders and presidents at the UN and other global business leaders. But we have a shared history being raised in a cult that affected everything about us today. The impact on our lives is huge and it takes a level of incredible resilience for anyone to turn something like that around and build a life, a family, and a successful career despite having a dark past. Click play to enter the rabbit hole. Follow June Kato-Rider at: https://www.facebook.com/junie.balloonie/ Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| $300M in Sales at 25! | Jon Weberg | 22 Jul 2024 | 01:04:03 | |
He started working at 10 and is now banking $300M in sales! Jon Weberg shows how focusing on customer experience and retention should be your primary strategy for business growth. He will show you why personality beats professionalism as an entrepreneur, the “Automate, Delegate, Eliminate” Formula, and how to retain your customers. You’ve got to watch this. Follow Jon Weberg at: https://www.profitalize.com/ Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| Why AI Won't Replace Video Marketers | Atiba de Souza | 15 Jul 2024 | 00:47:59 | |
Will AI make you obsolete in video marketing? As the CEO of Client Attraction Pros, Atiba has become the go-to expert for video SEO and content strategy. He's known for skyrocketing your visibility and attracting leads through video marketing. In this interview, Atiba breaks down his approach to creating content that ranks, why community is the future of marketing, and how to build trust with your audience in an age of AI-generated content. Don’t want to lose to robots? Follow Atiba de Souza at: https://www.facebook.com/atibadesouza Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| $5.5M Profit in 2023 - at 27! | Lauren Tickner | 08 Jul 2024 | 00:57:57 | |
She ditched the corporate grind and now wins massively at 27! How did Lauren Tickner do it? Lauren Tickner is the CEO of Impact School and Scale Systems. In 2023 alone, she generated $5.5 million in profit. With over 1,200 businesses using her systems, she's proven that her strategies work for agencies, consultants, and coaches looking to boost their businesses. Lauren believes that making organic social media content should be your primary strategy for business growth and she has the track record to prove it. This interview is also packed with Lauren’s best tips on using AI, boosting team productivity and building personal brands that attract top clients. Enjoy the episode. Follow Lauren Tickner at: https://www.instagram.com/laurentickner Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| What It Takes to Build a Resilient Startup Business | Charles Gerencser | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:55:16 | |
Should LinkedIn be your next focus to grow your business? Find Charles Gerencser at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesnealegerencser/ Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| Branding Expert: Stop Complicating Your Branding! | Kristie Keever | 24 Jun 2024 | 00:54:29 | |
What does it take to build a powerful brand? Is branding all about design? Kristie Keever doesn't think so! With over 20 years of experience, Kristie has helped countless entrepreneurs build personal brands. As the founder of The Online Brand Academy™ and Authority Accelerator™, she knows what it takes to create a powerful brand. In this episode, we talked about the importance of maintaining a human touch in branding, even when using AI; why automated creation falls short, and how real connection requires human editing and interaction. Find Kristie Keever at: https://kristiekeever.com/ Follow Ken Okazaki at: | |||
| Syndicate Investor: What He Learned From Building His $5M Amazon Portfolio | Luigi Caceres | 17 Jun 2024 | 00:56:57 | |
Should you buy an online business or build one? Luigi Caceres shared his personal experiences doing both. With over $5 million in eCommerce assets, Luigi has got what it takes to turn his (and his client’s) investments into cash-flowing ecommerce assets. Luigi did a 180 from corporate to e-commerce. He’s maintained his integrity, and this was paramount in his business ventures. On the show he shared his experiences on how he built a profitable online ecommerce business–and then sold it! Find Luigi Caceres at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luigicaceres Books mentioned: Sell Or Be Sold: How to Get Your Way in Business and in Life Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork The Challenger Sale Flip the Script: Getting People to Think Your Idea Is Their Idea Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| How I Dominated My Niche Through Podcasting: Jody Maberry | 10 Jun 2024 | 00:51:55 | |
Can podcasting boost your career? Are you still on the fence starting your own podcast show but unsure if it's worth the effort? Jody Maberry patrolled the great national parks for eight years. In 2014, he decided to launch his first podcast which opened tons of amazing opportunities that boosted both his career and business. So if you haven’t started your own podcast yet, listen in because towards the end of this episode, Jody has a message just for you. Find Jody Maberry at: https://jodymaberry.com Follow Ken Okazaki at: https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ | |||
| Spotting Fakes in Business (Fake Influencers Exposed!) with Tony Whatley | 03 Jun 2024 | 01:07:39 | |
Can you really grow your social media followers by faking it? | |||
| How to Win in Multichannel Marketing with Toccara Karizma | 27 May 2024 | 00:47:41 | |
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Toccara Karizma is a marketing strategist and e-commerce expert. Starting her journey in 2007, before platforms like Shopify became household names, Toccara brings a ton of experience, from the early days of the internet to what’s working today She will teach the strategies of her marketing, including why she focuses on SEO and email marketing instead of Instagram and TikTok. She also outlines how you can grow your business by using traditional marketing with Social Media. Enjoy this masterclass in e-com marketing! Find Toccara Karizma at: Follow Ken Okazaki at: | |||