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| [#10] How Gratitude Became the Backbone of My Inner Life | 25 Nov 2025 | 00:09:09 | |
I used to think gratitude was an obligation—something church kids did while passing an offering plate or something people talked about every Thanksgiving. But four years with The Five Minute Journal did something I never expected: it made me a grateful person instead of someone trying to feel grateful. EPISODE LINKS:
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| [#09] The Secret Season I'm Using to Reset and Rebuild My Business and Life | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:06:25 | |
In this episode I break down the hidden season high achievers avoid: the quiet "wintering" phase where you subtract, repair, and redirect your energy to what actually matters. I share how cutting $25k/month in retainers, drinking 70% less, and reclaiming 80+ hours a month reshaped my life, creativity, and identity. If you're feeling the pull to shed old leaves and grow deeper roots, this one's for you. EPISODE LINKS: CONNECT WITH ME | |||
| 472 - Personal Brands - Learn from this Morgan Stanley COO's Wardrobe Wake-Up Call (with May Busch) | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:38:53 | |
What happens when a hardworking analyst who gets mistaken for a flight attendant discovers she needs more than excellent work to climb the corporate ladder? May Busch's 24-year journey from junior analyst to Chief Operating Officer at Morgan Stanley Europe reveals the uncomfortable truths about executive presence, personal branding, and why your skills alone won't get you promoted. Some key points:
Get May's new book, Visible: thevisiblebook.com Connect with May: Finally, check out my new book with Andy Storch - available now! Get Own Your Brand, Own Your Career on Amazon » This fall, I'm planning to host an accelerator to help future authors ideate, write, and market their book. If you're interested, get on the waiting list here: Connect with Me: | |||
| 383: A Career Retrospective: Five Things I Didn't Do Earlier that I Wish I Did | 27 Jun 2023 | 00:23:12 | |
Watch this episode on YouTube » It's my birthday week, and I always get reflective and introspective around this time of the year. On this episode, I share some vital pieces I wish I knew earlier. I hope this episode serves as an enlightening guide for entrepreneurs at any stage of their business journey, and that you can benefit from the wisdom (and hard lessons) both learned and earned over my career.
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| 382: Learn From (and Launch) My Simple Five-Figure Remonetization Strategy | 20 Jun 2023 | 00:13:46 | |
Watch this episode on YouTube » Learn my recent re-monetization strategies following a not-so-perfect marketing launch. Despite strong registration numbers for my AI Marketing Crash Course webinars, the live attendance left me disappointed. However, instead of letting this set me back, I utilized the recorded content to create an affordable, mini-course that turned out to be a hit. Tune in and:
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| 381: The Most Important Thing I Did to Futureproof my Personal Brand Business | 13 Jun 2023 | 00:19:41 | |
In this episode, I explore the crucial elements that have made my business future-proof: investing in relationships and nurturing communities. These are essential to the longevity of a business and I'm excited to explore the importance of human connections and their impact on the success of your business. A sneak peak:
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| 380: AI - The Great Replacement or a New Opportunity? YOU DECIDE | 06 Jun 2023 | 00:20:48 | |
View this episode on YouTube » I understand the fear and anxiety (and in many cases anger, especially if you're a creative) regarding AI. But I also encourage you to see the opportunities present for us, and to not wait too long to embrace these tools before you get left behind. My hope is that this episode will encourage you to view AI not as a threat but as a new avenue for growth and opportunity. Some highlights:
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| 379: Mike, Would You Ever Go Back to Getting a Regular J-O-B? | 23 May 2023 | 00:13:36 | |
In this episode, I tackle a question that has been coming up frequently: would I ever consider returning to a traditional 9-to-5 job? After eight years of thriving as an entrepreneur, the answer might not be what you expect. A quick preview:
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| 378: Create a Future You Love Using the Power of 10-Year Goals with Kathy Brown | 09 May 2023 | 00:40:08 | |
Kathy Brown joins me on this episode to help you tap into the power of 10-year goals. That's right, goal setting should be confined to just one year at a time. Enjoy the clarity that comes from thinking more deeply and creatively about the life you want to create. Tune in and learn:
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| 377: A Fireside Chat with Three Incredible Entrepreneurs | 02 May 2023 | 00:19:25 | |
Watch this episode on YouTube » Tune in for an impromptu "fireside" chat I had with three incredible entrepreneurs at one of my recent conferences. Vernice "Flygirl" Armour is a 7-figure professional speaker, Tony Grebmeier is the creator of the Be Fulfilled Journal and CEO of Ship Offers, a $40M logistics company, and Nick Cavuoto is a brand and marketing consultant. I often say the best conversations at events happen in the hallways and between sessions, and this one is no exception. Listen in to find out:
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| 376: Leaving the Pharmacy World for YouTube Success with Kevin Yee | 25 Apr 2023 | 00:33:36 | |
I'm making YouTube my top content creation priority this year, and one of the biggest inspirations behind the decision to do so is Kevin Yee. Kevin is a former pharmacist turned full-time YouTube creator, and we recently sat down in-person in Las Vegas to talk about his journey and some lessons he can share with you and I on growing a YouTube channel. Listen in to find out:
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| 375: Unpacking Mike's DISC Personality Test Results - Lessons Learned with Evelyn Eccard | 18 Apr 2023 | 00:37:20 | |
Evelyn Eccard is an executive coach and trainer who helps corporate teams and individuals better understand themselves and equips them with the people skills needed to become effective leaders. Before running her business, she worked as a Regional Sales Manager for a Fortune 500 company responsible for $50M in ancillary revenue. In this episode, Evelyn and Mike will discuss the results of his DISC assessment. DISC is a well-known and widely utilized tool that helps us better understand how we function in our personal, social, and work lives. You'll better understand:
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| 374: My Top 3 Takeaways from Being On TV in Las Vegas | 11 Apr 2023 | 00:12:35 | |
You've undoubtedly heard that "good things come in small packages". This brief episode proves that truth. Your host Mike Kim will share three observations he made while hanging out with high performers during a TV filming in Las Vegas In reverse order they are:
While most of us may not be "hanging out" at a TV filming with high performers, we can all learn a great deal from Mike's recent experience. So, listen and learn… Resources: Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 471 - How Two Authors Wrote One Book: An Inside Look at Co-Authoring with Andy Storch | 09 Sep 2025 | 00:56:08 | |
In this conversation, I team up with my friend Andy Storch to share the behind-the-scenes story of our new book Own Your Brand, Own Your Career. We pull back the curtain on what it's like to co-author a book from scratch, why we chose to self-publish, and how this project bridges my world of solopreneurs with Andy's corporate leadership audience. Beyond the book itself, we dive deep into collaboration, personal branding, and the future of work in the age of AI. Get Own Your Brand, Own Your Career on Amazon » This fall, I'm planning to host an accelerator to help future authors ideate, write, and market their book. If you're interested, get on the waiting list here: Connect with Me: | |||
| 373: You Are Never to Old to Make an Impact - A Conversation with Carolyn Newman on Purpose, Impact, and Retirement | 04 Apr 2023 | 00:35:39 | |
This episode clearly demonstrates that we don't have to be famous, or even widely known in order to make a large impact. Proof is Mike's guest this week, Carolyn Newman. Mike met Carolyn via a leadership community and some coaching calls. Mike says that he felt an almost immediate connection with Carolyn and could identify with her struggles and adversity. They have been intending to do this interview for over a year. Tune in for this frank and open sharing where Carolyn and Mike discuss:
Retired or not, this interview has valuable lessons. So listen carefully to this episode. Resources: If you were positively impacted by this interview, PLEASE share your takeaways with Mike, and he will pass them on to Carolyn: or via his social media links below. Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social:
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| 372: Forget What They Say – Why You Should Unfollow Your Passion, with Terri Trespicio | 28 Mar 2023 | 00:33:23 | |
As Severus Snape said to Harry Potter, "Clearly, fame isn't everything." Well, it may not be everything, but it's something. A case in point is Mike's guest this week—Terri Trespicio.
Terri Trespicio is an award-winning writer, speaker, brand advisor, and author of Unfollow Your Passion: How to Create a Life that Matters to You (Atria/Simon & Schuster, December 2021). Her TEDx talk, "Stop Searching for Your Passion," has surpassed 7 million views, and Hubspot named her one of the "Top 18 female speakers who are killing it." A former magazine editor and radio host at Martha Stewart, she has appeared on the Today show, The Early Show, The Martha Stewart Show, and The Anderson Cooper Show and featured in Oprah magazine, Marie Claire, Prevention, Business Insider, Forbes.com, and Inc.com. A top-rated speaker, she has also performed stand-up all over New York City. Tune in for this thoroughly engaging interview and learn:
Really important stuff here! So listen carefully to this episode. Resources: Twitter @TerriT: https://twitter.com/territ FB (public): https://www.facebook.com/TerriTrespicio/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/territrespicio/ Instagram @ttrespicio https://www.instagram.com/ttrespicio/ Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 371: How World-Class Facilitators Own the Room and Get Results with Jason Frazell | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:29:07 | |
This week, Mike spends some quality time with a quality facilitator. Jason Frazell is a coach, speaker, facilitator, personal brand strategist, podcaster, and dad. In this episode, Mike and Jason discuss:
So listen carefully to this episode. It'll help you greatly uplevel your facilitation skills. Resources: jason@jasonfrazell.com Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social:
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| 370: How to Break Through Constraints and Living a Fulfilling Life with Sheila Wilkinson | 14 Mar 2023 | 00:31:19 | |
Share some powerful and emotionally-charged moments with host Mike Kim and Sheila Wilkinson. Sheila is a Louisiana Licensed Attorney, a Louisiana Licensed Master Social Worker, an Educator, an Empowerment Coach, and the host of the "What Would Sheila Say?" Podcast. Sheila combines her love for the law, social work, and education to help lawyers, creatives, and other service-based professionals and business owners transform pain, frustration, and unreasonable expectations at work into happiness, success, and healthy boundaries, so that they can achieve their personal and professional goals. Sheila splits her time between New Orleans and Brussels, serves several nonprofits in the Greater New Orleans area, and provides services across the globe. Whenever Sheila's clients need to make a decision and are stuck, all they have to do is ask themselves: "What would Sheila say?" … and like magic, they have their answer! You, too, may have (or re-think) some answers, as Mike and Sheila discuss:
Resources: Sheila's Strategies and Swipe Script Templates for Better Boundaries: https://sheilawilkinson.com/scripts Website: https://sheilawilkinson.com Instagram: @sheilamwilkinson (https://instagram.com/sheilamwilkinson) Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 369: How to Have A Persuasive Pre-Launch with Brenna McGowan | 07 Mar 2023 | 00:33:09 | |
Enjoy some quality time as host Mike Kim chats with Brenna McGowan. Brenna's a strategic copywriter, marketing consultant, and launch pro who helps businesses of all sizes warm up customers until they're fiery hot and ready to buy, with her Pre-Launch Plan Process™. By leveraging her pre-launch strategies, Brenna's clients have seen 50%+ revenue growth in their launches without the frenzy and chaos they used to feel when launching. She also helps her students inside The Pre-Launch Plan Program create strategic pre-launch plans that've raked in hundreds of thousands in revenue and called in more perfect-fit buyers. Brenna believes that hustle-based, high-pressure program launches don't serve you or your customers. Instead, she helps you leverage pre-launch content to show your customers empathy, authority, and personality—so you can sell spots in your program before the doors even open. When Brenna's not strategizing or helping clients launch, you can find her walking her pug Frank, practicing yoga, reading cheesy romance books, or shuttling one of her three teenagers around their Northern California neighborhood. So, power up and listen in. Mike & Brenna will discuss:
Let's do launch! Tune in to this week's episode. Resources: https://www.instagram.com/brennamcgowanco/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecopyandcontentconvo
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| 368: Define the Relationship with Your Business, Money, and Yourself | 28 Feb 2023 | 00:15:48 | |
Host Mike Kim returns this week to share his reflections on relationships. No, not THOSE relationships, but rather relationships with "entities". The particular entities he'll e discussing are money, your business, time, success & failure, and yourself. So, listen in for some extremely valuable insights. In this episode, Mike will discuss these vital questions:
To learn the answers to these questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the utmost importance of evaluating and improving these relationships, tune in to this week's episode. Your life will thank you. Resources: The Five-Minute Journal A Happy Pocket Full of Money (by Gikandi, David Cameron) Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| REAL TIME UPDATE - February 21, 2023 | 21 Feb 2023 | 00:07:51 | |
This isn't a full episode per se – just a quick check-in and update as I've been on the road almost non-stop the past several weeks. Let's connect on social here:
Back to our regularly scheduled programming next week! | |||
| 367: Everything You Need to Know About Instagram Reels with Laura Bitoiu | 14 Feb 2023 | 00:36:34 | |
Reelly? Yes, reelly! Laura Bitoiu is a social media expert who teaches entrepreneurs how to use Instagram Reels to grow their businesses. Since launching her company B Squared Social in 2018, she's helped thousands of people—from artists and photographers to CEOs and surgeons—connect with their ideal audience via Reels and convert them into lifelong customers. In this episode she'll share with you:
To learn how Instagram can help your business to have exponential growth, tune in to this week's episode…reelly!! Resources: www.bsquared.social Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 366: My Current Timeblocking and Workday Schedule | 07 Feb 2023 | 00:17:10 | |
What would be the value to you (and your business) of taking a detailed look at a highly successful person's calendar? In this episode, you'll get to do just that. Host Mike Kim will let you look "over his shoulder" as he plans a typical day and week. You'll learn:
As the saying goes, "Failing to plan is planning to fail." So, enjoy this week's episode as you look at how to create your own "success calendar". Resources: Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 365: How Artpreneurs Can Make a Sustainable Living from Their Creativity with Miriam Schulman | 31 Jan 2023 | 00:33:06 | |
This episode's guest is Miriam Schulman--an artist, author, and host of The Inspiration Place podcast. She's helped thousands of creatives around the world develop their skill sets and create more time and freedom to do what they love. Her signature coaching program, The Artist Incubator, teaches artists to go from so-so sales to sold-out collections. After witnessing 9/11, she abandoned a lucrative hedge fund to become a full-time thriving working artist. Featured in major publications including Forbes, The New York Times, Where Women Create, Art of Man, and Art Journaling magazine. Her artwork has also been featured on NBC's "Parenthood" and the Amazon series "Hunters" with Al Pacino. Her book with HarperCollins Leadership, Artpreneur, provides the actionable steps to turn your creative ideas into a thriving business. You'll find immense value in Miriam's shared wisdom. She'll discuss:
So, embrace your own inner weirdo, settle back, and enjoy this week's episode. Resources: miriam@theinspirationplace.net Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com. | |||
| 470 - How Writing a Book Took a Hall of Fame Coach Beyond the Field with Dr. Barry Davis | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:46:13 | |
In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Barry Davis, a collegiate Hall of Fame baseball coach and author of Old Dog, New Tricks: The Power of Leading with Emotional Intelligence. Barry shares how writing books has not only shaped his leadership but also expanded his platform as a consultant, speaker, and facilitator. You'll also get some golden insights on coaching and mentorship. My favorite takeaway? Coach the person, not the position. Get Old Dog, New Tricks on Amazon » This fall, I'm planning to host an accelerator to help future authors ideate, write, and market their book. If you're interested, get on the waiting list here: Connect with Me: | |||
| 364: 5 Way Too Early Predictions About ChatGPT and AI for Personal Brands | 24 Jan 2023 | 00:26:51 | |
Let's see how many of you remember this "ancient" movie reference to the potential perils of AI (Artificial Intelligence): "Open the pod-bay door, HAL" "Sorry, Dave, but I can't do that" Whether or not you got the reference, there's definitely a lot of buzz about AI. Is it a potential ally? Will it be society's downfall? This week, Mike will share his thoughts and insights on recent trends in AI, especially ChatGPT. He'll discuss:
Whatever your present feelings about AI, you'll find comfort and strength in Mike's wisdom. Like the Polar Express train conductor so famously said: "The most important thing about trains is deciding to get on" Resources: Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: Instagram EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 363: Eavesdrop on My Group Coaching Call for Online Marketing | 17 Jan 2023 | 00:52:54 | |
This week, we'll have the privilege of being "flies on the wall" while Mike Kim coaches a group of online marketers. You'll glean some nuggets from this session that will positively impact your business. Your mission, "Jim", should you choose to accept it, is to implement what you'll learn. The "Secretary" will not disavow any knowledge of your actions (and this message will not self-destruct in five seconds). Good luck, "Jim". Among other things, you'll learn:
Regardless of where you are in your online marketing journey, you'll definitely benefit by listening in on Mike's coaching. It'll be well worth it. Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com. | |||
| 362: Want to Grow Your Business in 2023? Do These 5 Things | 10 Jan 2023 | 00:31:20 | |
What would it be like for you to take two whole months off from your business to just "kick back" and do what you like? Disastrous? Just plain scary? Mike Kim, best-selling author, and personal branding coach, did that very thing, taking off the months of June and December 2022. He'll talk about his experiences in this week's episode. Among other things, you'll learn:
While you may not yet be in a position to take two months away from your business, you can certainly afford 30 minutes to listen to this podcast It'll be well worth it. Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 361: The 9 (Scientific) Pillars of Happiness with Dr. Ellen Wong | 03 Jan 2023 | 00:24:34 | |
Watch this episode on YouTube » Dr. Ellen Wong's signature framework, The 9 Pillars of Happiness ™ has helped thousands of people amplify their health, take control of their time, improve emotional resilience, and create inner peace. She has been featured in Thrive Global, Business Insider, Sound Dollar, and many podcasts including Women's Health Unplugged, Done By Noon, Rebel Talk, and The Dr. Kinney Show. Listen to discover:
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| 360: My Daily Self-Affirmation Track | 27 Dec 2022 | 00:19:52 | |
Please Read: Affirmations have been a huge part of my growth this past year and I thought it would be appropriate to publish the actual track I listen to every morning and evening. While my background is in writing, I've always found it difficult to write my own affirmations. I've collected several from a few books I've been reading, the most significant of which has been Quantum Success by Sandra Anne Taylor. This book contains several affirmations at the end of each chapter, so I recorded them and created my own affirmation track. If you'd like the transcript I wrote for this episode, visit the show notes page here: mikekim.com/yatb360. I left this track without music or other normal pre-rolls, so that you can listen to your own music in the background and not be distracted by other audio segments. Happy New Year, and may 2023 be your best year ever. Resources: Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 359: Why Your Business Needs Translators, Amplifiers, and Producers, with Michael Roderick | 20 Dec 2022 | 00:25:11 | |
While you probably know the common meanings of "translator, amplifier, and producer", you'll find immense value in understanding Michael Roderick's take on these terms. Michael, the guest on this week's episode, is the CEO of Small Pond Enterprises, which helps thoughtful givers become thought leaders by making their brands referable, their messaging memorable, and their ideas unforgettable. He is also the host of the podcast Access to Anyone which shows how you can get to know anyone you want in business and in life using time-tested relationship-building principles. Michael's unique methodology comes from his own experience of going from being a Highschool English teacher to a Broadway Producer in under two years. So, be sure to tune in this week as Michael and Mike share the mic. You'll be glad you did. Get up to speed on:
Don't miss this amazing interview. As Mike Kim says, "Relationships are rocket ships." Resources: http://www.smallpondenterprises.com/ Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 358: How Jill Wise Earns Five Figures a Month While Working Only Twelve Hours a Week | 13 Dec 2022 | 00:27:41 | |
Total stab here, but wouldn't you like to earn five figures a month while working twelve hours a week? Thought so. To learn how Jill Wise does this, listen to this week's episode. Jill is a terrific copywriter and marketing business consultant. More importantly, she's a relatively new mom. She and Mike have known each other for over two years, and they've been in a mastermind group together. You owe it to yourself and your business to glean some great insights from Jill in this episode. Among other gems, you'll find out:
Definitely don't miss this primer on effective planning. Five figures while working twelve hours a week is both doable and desirable. Resources: https://itsjillwise.com/6-figure-schedule Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 357: Creativity is Not About Creating—It's About Combining, with Joey Cofone | 06 Dec 2022 | 00:39:19 | |
This week, Mike interviews Joey Cofone, founder and CEO of Baronfig. He's an award-winning designer and entrepreneur. Joey's work has been featured in Fast Company and New York magazines. He has just come out with an incredible book called The Laws of Creativity. So, get ready for a deep dive into the realities of creativity. You'll learn:
If you want to have a much clearer understanding of the creative process, and how that understanding can help you grow your business, then don't miss this invaluable interview. Insta: @baronfig Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 356: Why Being in Business is Like Being a Midwife, with Cheryl Furer | 29 Nov 2022 | 00:33:18 | |
You've surely recognized the similarities between coaching/thought leadership and midwifery. You haven't? In that case, you'll find great value in this week's episode. Mike interviews Cheryl Furer, a registered midwife. Cheryl is also a certified homeopath and an integrative health coach, with an emphasis on the childbearing years. Mike and Cheryl have known one another for the past year and more. In this delightful interview, you'll learn:
So, if you want to "give birth" to a business that will benefit not only your own bottom line, but also your community and larger world, then be sure to tune in for this expert midwife's priceless advice. Resources: https://yourthrivingpregnancy.com/ Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 355: The Power of Pre-Deciding in Business and Life, with Teresa McCloy | 22 Nov 2022 | 00:36:09 | |
Be sure to tune in this week for Mike's incredible interview with Teresa McCloy. Not only is Teresa an amazing coach, speaker, and trainer, but she's also the author of the new book Do What Matters (dowhatmattersbook.com). Mike and Teresa have gotten to know one another in a mastermind group. As Mike says, "Growing can be really fun if you're doing it with the right people." Teresa is definitely one of "the right people". In this stellar interview, you'll learn:
If you want to better comprehend the need for (and mechanism for) truly significant personal growth, so that you can provide real value to your clients, peers, families, and the world in general, then this episode is a must-listen. Resources: Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 469 - A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Process of Writing a Book with My Client, Marissa Nehlsen | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:47:07 | |
I sit down with author Marissa Nehlsen to share how we helped her bring her first book, Live Life Rich, to life. You'll learn how the book was conceived and structured, as well as some of the challenges we faced. You can also view this interview in studio on my YouTube channel here. If you've ever wanted to write a book or were curious about how the ghostwriter / client dynamic works, tune in. Get your copy of Live Life Rich » This fall, I'm planning to host an accelerator to help future authors ideate, write, and market their book. If you're interested, get on the waiting list here: Finally, if you haven't yet done so, register for my You Are the Brand AI Summit where you'll learn from leading experts on how to amplify your personal brand using AI - without losing your authenticy or audience: Connect with Me: | |||
| 354: Do Nothing, This Episode Has No Value, with Henry Jeong | 15 Nov 2022 | 01:06:39 | |
Don't be fooled by the title. This episode is a heartfelt Q&A between two long-time friends. Mike Kim, best-selling author and personal branding coach, has known Henry Jeong (Instagram-bigasianguy) "since we were probably 11 years old". You'll not only get a better understanding of the value of friendship, but you'll also have some valuable takeaways as you hear how Mike and Henry answer the following questions they ask each other:
So, if you, like Mike and Henry, see value in long-term friendship, you'll want to tune in to this episode. Despite the title, this episode really does have value Resources: http://instagram.com/bigasianguy Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: | |||
| 353: The Tuition of Entrepreneurship with Jenny No Chung | 08 Nov 2022 | 00:44:30 | |
Jenny Chung is a"brick-and-mortar" entrepreneur, brand ambassador, and investor. She is co-owner of Love Korean BBQ in New York City, Get Purely Juiced, and an investor in many other brands. In this episode, you'll learn:
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| 352: Why There Really Is No Such Thing as Competition with Chris Ducker | 01 Nov 2022 | 00:30:18 | |
Join personal brand strategists and best-selling authors Mike Kim and Chris Ducker, for an inspirational "tete-a-tete". Besides having authored the industry-standard books Virtual Freedom and Rise of the Youpreneur, Chris is also a noted speaker and a "true entrepreneur", having built and then stepped away from several businesses. In this episode, you'll learn:
So, if you really want to understand why the traditional idea of competition probably doesn't apply to you and others in your space, then be sure to tune into this episode for Chris' and Mike's insights and guidance. Resources: Join Chris' Elevated Entrepreneur Experience - Nov. 8-10 (FREE) » Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 351: Creating Momentous Microevents | 25 Oct 2022 | 00:33:47 | |
Join personal brand strategist and best-selling author Mike Kim, for a true "open-Mike" session. Mike will share powerful takeaways from his recent live event in Nashville. He'll also share tips on how you can create an amazingly successful live event of your own. In this episode, you'll learn:
So, if you're wanting to create a highly successful event, then be sure to tune into this episode for Mike's insights and guidance. Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 350: Creating a Vision Board For Your Business and Life, With Vin Infante | 18 Oct 2022 | 00:42:26 | |
Join personal brand strategist Mike Kim for a powerful interview with mindset and executive coach, Vin Infante. Vin hails from a unique background as a licensed psychotherapist and an FDNY firefighter, serving during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, Vin will give us a "peek behind the curtain" as he shares insights about:
So, if you're asking yourself questions like these:
Then tune into this episode for Vin's priceless insights and guidance. Resources: Download Vin's Step-By-Step Guide to Creating a Vision Board for No B.S. Goalsetters at go.vincentinfante.life/visionboard Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||
| 349: Generating Business Referrals Without Asking with Stacey Brown Randall | 11 Oct 2022 | 00:36:43 | |
Stacey Brown Randall is the author of the award-winning book, Generating Business Referrals Without Asking, host of "Roadmap to Grow Your Business Podcast," and a speaker featured in national publications like Entrepreneur, Forbes, and Fox News. She is a powerhouse in helping people generate referrals without asking for them. Referrals are the lifeblood of most businesses, and on this episode she will share some of her referral-generating tips. Tune in to get answers to questions such as:
Connect with Stacey:
Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com. Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com. | |||
| 348: What to Expect in Podcasting in 2023 with Danny Ozment | 04 Oct 2022 | 00:43:53 | |
Join personal brand strategist Mike Kim, as he interviews Danny Ozment, of Emerald City Pro. Danny has helped innumerable people create, produce, and monetize podcasts. In this episode, Danny will share his amazing wisdom and insights about:
Podcasting is even more mainstream than it was even a year or two ago. If you've thought about doing a podcast, move beyond thinking to DOING. Danny's insights in this episode will be an invaluable help to you. If you're interested in having Danny and his team work on your show, you can learn more at emeraldcitypro.com. Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com. Connect with Me on Social: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com. | |||
| 347: The Myth of Passive Income and How You Can Still Profit from It | 27 Sep 2022 | 00:29:22 | |
Many people believe that passive income will solve everything. They don't realize the price that needs to be paid to keep their personal brand recognizable through books, courses, and trainings. In this solo episode, I go into what passive income means to personal brands and how it's different than what Robert Kiyosaki teaches in his book "Cashflow Quadrant." When thinking of passive income, we often think of investing in real estate. But as you buy more real estate, more energy is required to keep making money. However, you don't need physical property to make passive income as a personal brand. You can sell your intellectual property. Listen in for what I recommend to truly make a passive income. Get My Marketing Proposal Templates Save $150 on YATB Live Recordings You can now get the recordings from the event for $150 off! I want you to be able to experience the wisdom that speakers like Marissa Nehlson, Lauren Johnson, and Travis Chappell shared. Get all of the recordings, and some bonus sessions, for just $47: Click here to redeem this offer Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com. Get Your Free Audio Copy of You Are The Brand Today!
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| 346: Creating Passive Income Through Point of Sale Systems with David Carlin | 20 Sep 2022 | 00:28:42 | |
Did you know you can accept payments without going through Paypal, Stripe, or any of the other popular payment processing platforms and paying their transaction fees? I didn't either! That's why I had to talk with David Carlin, half of the power couple behind Residual Payments – the training community for digital payment experts. There are three ways to use Residual Payments:
In this episode, David discusses each avenue and how you can become a brand payment expert. Check out residualpayments.com to get started on your own payment processing platform! Follow Residual Payments: Save $150 on YATB Live Recordings You can now get the recordings from the event for $150 off! I want you to be able to experience the wisdom that speakers like Marissa Nehlson, Lauren Johnson, and Travis Chappell shared. Get all of the recordings, and some bonus sessions, for just $47: Click here to redeem this offer Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com. Get Your Free Audio Copy of You Are The Brand Today!
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| 345: Never Be Ashamed of Your Origin Story with James Harrington | 13 Sep 2022 | 00:40:02 | |
James Harrington is the founder of the nonprofit Ugandan Water Project. I got to know James back when we were both involved in the ministry world and even played on tour together. In this episode, we talk about why James began the Ugandan Water Project and what he has learned over the nearly 15 years he has been running the nonprofit. Some of the questions we dive into are:
Learn more about the Ugandan Water Project at ugandanwaterproject.com.
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| 468 - Rick Rubin, Johnny Cash, and the Secret Power of Taste in a Post-AI World | 20 Aug 2025 | 00:20:02 | |
As AI continues to change how we work, I've been paying close attention to the one thing it can't replicate: taste. In this conversation, I share why I believe cultivating discernment is the real differentiator, how I'm personally practicing it, and what you can do to sharpen yours in business, branding, and creativity.
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| 344: My Week in LA - What if Everything Turns Out Great | 06 Sep 2022 | 00:23:58 | |
I took a spontaneous trip to LA for a week, which led to recording a couple of podcast episodes, going to an Angels game, and meeting with David Meltzer and many influential non-public figures. I've been getting in the habit of asking myself, "what if everything turns out great?" And everything about this trip to LA did turn out great.
I gained new relationships, tools, and skillsets that I could bring back home with me. I also was reminded that because I'm generous to people in my circle of influence, opportunities seem to find me. Listen in to this episode to hear how my week in LA played out and what I was able to take away from it.
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| 343: Energy that Attracts Success Into Your Business and Life with Nick Cavuoto | 30 Aug 2022 | 00:50:07 | |
Over the past two to three years, I've been on a journey of learning how to channel energy. A lot of credit goes to my friend Nick Cavuoto – serial entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, and personal branding expert. One of his gifts is energy work – he is very in tune with his own energy and the energy of those around him. Recently, instead of thinking to myself, "what if everything goes wrong?" I've been telling myself, "what if everything goes great?" So I went to Los Angeles on a whim and just let the week play out. Stay tuned for episode 344 for more on my week in LA. In this episode, Nick answers questions like:
We also talk about psychedelics, affirmations, and more! Connect with Nick: Save $150 on YATB Live Recordings You can now get the recordings from the event for $150 off! I want you to be able to experience the wisdom that speakers like Marissa Nehlson, Lauren Johnson, and Travis Chappell shared. Get all of the recordings, and some bonus sessions, for just $47: Click here to redeem this offer Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com. Get Your Free Audio Copy of You Are The Brand Today!
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| 342: Live Outside the Rules and Chart Your Own Path with Jerry Won | 23 Aug 2022 | 01:02:18 | |
This episode is a little different because it's a simulcast of my friend Jerry Won's podcast, Dear Asian Americans. He interviewed me on his show and we talked about how I got to where I am today. We discussed:
Listen in for how I developed from a church's music director to personal branding expert, speaker, and author. The point is that everyone's path is not the same. Take advantage of your own skillset and chart a path that makes sense for you. Connect with Jerry: Save $150 on YATB Live Recordings You can now get the recordings from the event for $150 off! I want you to be able to experience the wisdom that speakers like Marissa Nehlson, Lauren Johnson, and Travis Chappell shared. Get all of the recordings, and some bonus sessions, for just $47: Click here to redeem this offer Brand You Funnels Info Session: I created an all-in-one online marketing and customer management platform for people who are ready to get real business systems in place. This includes calendars, customer onboarding, email marketing, online courses, and more. Every month I am hosting a free live training on how I've used this system to run my business. Learn more and sign up at brandyoufunnels.com. Get Your Free Audio Copy of You Are The Brand Today!
Connect with Me on Social: Subscribe to You Are The Brand Here: Did you know? The You Are The Brand Podcast was recently listed as an "all-time bestseller" in Apple Podcasts for marketing. Subscribe free to get new episodes every Tuesday: EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to Danny Ozment. Find out more at emeraldcitypro.com | |||