Today, I'm giving you part three of the AppSumo saga. Black Friday was rough, targets got missed, and the team felt it. But I zoomed out and the signals actually looked way better than expected. Refunds are dropping, deal quality is rising, customer sentiment is improving, and we're finally stabilizing the business after a horrible year.

So in this episode I break down our simple three part plan to see out 2025, and talk about bundles, new partner offerings, the future of software, and how leadership really works when the scoreboard looks ugly. It's honestly the most exciting I've felt about AppSumo's horizon in a long time.

In this conversation you'll enjoy 3 BIG things:

• How to course-correct when your Black Friday deal flops hard

• What I do when customers stop clicking

• How to avoid repeating the same mistakes next quarter

Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way.

My book Million Dollar Weekend is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend.  

I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at noahkagan.com and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every month.

The past few months at AppSumo have been brutal. People are voting with their wallets and return buyers are down 40%. We lost some of the trust we spent years building and drifted from what made us great. But the fire in my belly is back and I'm going to war for what we do best.

I'm turning the battleship back towards curating high-quality tools that people actually love and I'm taking you inside the war room. In this episode, I share what's working, what's not and what I'm learning.

 

If you've ever run a company or have just gone through a tough season, you'll love this one

 

In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things:

• Why simplicity and focus is the best strategy when things get messy.

• How direct conversations with customers and partners can rebuild trust

• Why curating truly great products (not just more of them) is key to winning back customers 

 

Enjoy these 3 things plus plenty of spicy behind-the-scenes stories along the way.

 

My book Million Dollar Weekend is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend. 

I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at noahkagan.com and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every month.

My book Million Dollar Weekend is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend. 

Sparked by a rare snowy morning in Austin, Texas, I just got done making snow angels and realized it's been a while since I've shared what's on my mind. No threads. No ads. Just raw thoughts, like the early days of blogging.

I just got fired by my financial advisor and decided to experiment with some crypto, so today I'm going to share some reflections on money, experiments, parenting, and life,.. So if you want to learn about simplifying your finances with the trickle of everyday parenting advice, this one's for you.

In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things:

• When's the best time to experiment or be disciplined.

• How to Simplify your finances for reduced stress.

• How tiny, consistent efforts compound into big wins over time.

Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way.

 

I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at noahkagan.com and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every week. 

 

Ps. I'm looking for an assistant. Someone proactive, insanely detailed, and reliable. Basically, someone who's better than AI. If you know someone, DM me on Twitter @NoahKagan. I'll pay you $1,000 if your referral gets hired.

 

Justin Welsh runs a one-person business that does $1.7 million dollars a year, spends ZERO money on ads, and operates at a 94% margin! 

That's right. He keeps most of the money.

Unlike a lot of the solopreneurs that hire freelancers and virtual assistants, Justin does everything himself and still has time to go on vacations frequently.

In this episode, we talk about how to scale a one-person business using software and systems.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/282

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Round 16 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. What's AppSumo growth tactics for 2023?
2. How to monetize your YouTube channel as an artist?
3. How to get more clients as a personal trainer?

And if you want me to answer your question in a future episode, submit here:

https://okdork.com/asknoah

Chandler Bolt is the CEO of Self-Publishing School & SelfPublishing.com.

He dropped out of college during his Sophomore year because he had the itch to run his own business. By the time his friends were graduating college, his business, Self-Publishing School, was already making a million dollars in annual revenue.

Despite making a lot of money at a young age, Chandler is NOT an overnight success. Self-Publishing School was probably his 3rd or 4th business. He has put in many reps and tried a bunch of things in entrepreneurship before dropping out of college.

In this episode, we talk about dropping out of college and making your first million dollars.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/280

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

Larry Janesky came from humble beginnings. No one in his family went to college, and he didn't have the money to go to college, either. So he started his own carpentry business straight out of high school and expanded that business into a multimillion dollar home improvement empire.

Today, his company Contractor Nation fixes people's homes—but there's a lot more to it than that. Larry has created an intricate business model and started a product dealer network to have as much control over the supply chain as possible.

Plus, Larry also has a digital marketing agency, over 32 patented products, 1600+ employees, and runs an entrepreneurship school for anyone who wants to learn how to do what he did.

If you've ever wanted to learn about how to start a multimillion dollar business WITHOUT going to college, you'll love this episode.

Check out Larry Janesky at:

• www.TheSOE.com
• www.ThinkDaily.com

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/279

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Robert D. Friedman is most well-known for being the co-founder of Auction.com, one of the largest real estate auction firms in the United States.

Rob is definitely one of those guys that learned more by doing than by studying in a classroom. He started an auto repair shop at the age of 19 making $100k/year, and then he used that as a springboard to start many other business ventures, mostly in the real estate industry.

He has been working with his business partner, Jeffrey Frieden, for over 40 years. And together, they have participated in thousands of real estate transactions, grossing billions in sales.

Rob is also involved in various charitable organizations. One of his proudest achievements is starting a school in Nicaragua called veraschool.org that educates bright, young girls in underserved communities. Go check that out to see how you can help.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/278

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

In the 2008 market crash, Pat Flynn was laid off from his job as an architect. He had just graduated college, was about to get married, and it was his dream career. Like many people in that situation, he turned to entrepreneurship. What he didn't know at the time, is that it would change his life forever.

Now, he's been running Smart Passive Income for almost 15 years (longer than his kids have been alive!) and he's built several other successful online businesses, impacted millions of people around the world, and spends a lot of time with his family, too.

In this episode, we talk about how to stay relevant and live a fulfilling life as an entrepreneur.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/277

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

Brian Smith started the global footwear brand UGG with just $500.

At the age of 29, Brian quit his profession in accounting, and went to California to surf and start his entrepreneurial journey.

He noticed that there was no sheepskin footwear in California, but every Australian he knew owned a pair of sheepskin footwear. So he brought six pairs of sheepskin boots from Australia to test the market and UGG was born!

In this episode, Brian shares how to build a meaningful fashion brand and marketing lessons.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/276

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

If there's one thing Garrain Jones knows, it's how to transform your life for the better.

This guy has an epic story. Tough childhood events put his life into a downward trajectory that led him to selling drugs, stripping, going to prison, and becoming over $200,000 in debt. It seemed like every time he took one step forward, he'd take two steps back.

Finally, he had enough and committed to changing his life. He moved to LA, starred in a Beyoncé music video, signed a $500,000 record deal with Ludacris, built a 7-figure business, wrote a best-selling book, helped his mom achieve her dream of going to fashion school, met and married his wife, and now helps others transform their own lives.

In this episode, he shares how shifting your mindset is the first step to breaking unhealthy cycles in your life.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/275

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

Round 15 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. How to quickly build "a network" while living abroad
2. Decision-making: when to think fast and when to think slow
3. Why you should spend more money on advertising during a recession

And if you want me to answer your question in a future episode, submit here:

https://okdork.com/asknoah

Paul Orfalea is the legendary founder Kinko's.

If you guys haven't heard of Kinko's before, it was a leading retail chain for people to use copying machines in the late 90s. 

Paul ran the company for 30 years, and it was later acquired by FedEx for $2.4 billion dollars in 2004!

Paul is an AMAZING entrepreneur and also very humble.

In this episode, Paul shares the top life and business lessons he learned over the years.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/273

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

 

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My book Million Dollar Weekend is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend. 

Today I'm reflecting on what an insane year 2024 has been. So much has changed and I wanted to take stock as we head into 2025! 

In this episode, I'm sharing my 9 key lessons from the year and the exciting plans shaping the year ahead.

In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things:

• Why the blame game gets you nowhere in life.

• What it means to reduce the amount of tabs you have open in your life.

• How building strong, meaningful relationships is still your super power.  

Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way.

How was your 2024? What's your goals for 2025? Hit me up on noahkagan.com

I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at noahkagan.com and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every month.

Born and raised in Manhattan, Matthew Lesser did not want to have a job that made him sit behind a desk all day. 

He wanted flexibility and that's why he got into the real estate business.

What's interesting about Matthew is that he doesn't have a YouTube channel, works in a small boutique real estate firm, but still making 7 figures a year for himself.

In this episode, we talked about how to get started as a real estate broker with zero networks.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/272

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

Round 14 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. How to expand a 7-figure software development business
2. Is it better to start a newsletter or a blog
3. How to market Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)

And if you want me to answer your question in a future episode, submit here:

https://okdork.com/asknoah

In today's episode, we talk about marketing and advice for people in their twenties.

This episode is a segment from my interview with the My First Million podcast hosted by good buddies Sam Parr and Shaan Puri. Go check out their show for the full episode.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/270

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

Ryan Serhant is a fellow YouTuber and one of the top real estate brokers in the world.

He initially went to New York became he wanted to get into theaters. But after he ran out of money, Ryan decided to give real estate a try.

In his first year, he only made a total of $9,000. In his second year, he made $50,000. And 10+ years later, he owns a real estate agency that is doing $1.4B in revenue! 

In this interview, Ryan shares how you can start a career in real estate yourself.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/269

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

Round 13 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. Is Europe underrated or overrated?
2. How to acquire customers without paid advertising?
3. How to create a SaaS product for your existing audience when you don't know how to code?

For those that want Muhammad's email: muhammad.atif@purelogics.info

And if you want me to answer your question in a future episode, submit here:

https://okdork.com/asknoah

Round 12 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

 

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

 

1. How I prioritize what to work on as the CEO
2. Side hustles ideas for a housekeeper in Switzerland
3. How to price your SaaS products

 

And if you want me to answer your question in a future episode, submit here:

https://okdork.com/asknoah

Nadav Keyson of CEO and Co-founder of Riverside.fm, a fast-growing software that you can do your podcast and audio recording. People that have used the platform include Bill Gates, Michelle Obama, Gary Vee, and your's truly.

I really like Nadav and his hustle. It took him and his brother 6 to 7 years, trying multiple projects, and many failures, until they finally got Riverside.fm to work. Go check them out!

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/266

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

 

Round 11 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. How to grow your service business after getting your first 3 clients
2. What are some expensive mistakes that shaped the way you make decisions later on
3. The strategies I used to grow your AppSumo when I just started

And if you want me to answer your question in a future episode, submit here:

https://okdork.com/asknoah

Michael Eisenberg, co-founder and general partner at Aleph, an early-stage venture capital fund.

Michael was born and raised in Manhattan, New York. During his college years, he went abroad and studied in Israel for two years. The trip was SO transformative that he decided to go back to Israel after he got his degree in New York.

Michael got into venture capital because he wanted to help Israeli entrepreneurs create more jobs for people. Some of his notable investments include WeWork, Wix and Lemonade, a popular renter insurance platform.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/264

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

 

Round 10 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. How I compensated my initial hires at AppSumo
2. How to allocate your marketing funds for top, middle, and lower funnel
3. What is my process for interviewing contract copywriters

 

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

And if you want me to answer your question in a future episode, submit here: https://okdork.com/asknoah

We're giving away $100,000 for AppSumo's Black Friday Giveaway.

This week, as my baby sleeps and makes cute noises beside me, I'm sharing parenting lessons I've applied to running my business.

I'm also sharing a brilliant new business model I recently discovered that can be adapted to countless industries. Also my takeaways from an awesome book you have to read!

Whether you're absorbed in family life, plotting your genius business idea, or looking to see a return on your investments, there's something in this episode for you. 

In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things:

• Why parenting forces you to clarify your priorities.

• The genius behind scalable business models like Baselang—and how you can adapt them.

• Key lessons from Kochland on reinvesting, tracking ROI, and leveraging your strengths.

All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.

Check out Baselang and go learn some Spanish. Your first week is just $1, so there's no better time to begin.

You have to read this book Kochland by Christopher Leonard. It's the story of how three brothers—David, Charles, and Bill Koch—transformed a small Kansas-based oil company into Koch Industries (a $125+ billion empire and 2nd largest privately-owned company in the world).

 

 

Round 9 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. The most powerful tool for self-improvement
2. Don't look for business ideas, find pain
3. How to enjoy the journey more

And if you want to have one of your questions answered in a future episode, submit here.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/262

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

Jared Bleznick is a pro poker player who dropped out of college to play online in 2007. He started with $1000, and ended up making $100,000 in his first year. Eventually, he transitioned into playing live tournaments like the World Series of Poker.

In his prime, he made $3 million dollars per year! Now, he just plays poker for fun and runs a successful sports card business, Blez Sports Cards, with his brothers.

Jared knows what it's like to win big and lose big at the game of poker. In this episode, he dives into the most money he's ever won and lost in a hand, how he handles big losses, what he spends money on, and more.

Full show notes: https://okdork.com/podcast/261

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

Round 8 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. Updates on my quest to find a wife
2. How I would run an agency business
3. What are some companies I would want to work for right out of college

https://okdork.com/podcast/260

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

Dan and Ian of Tropical MBA started working together 15 years ago making parts for cat furniture and valet stands. Through that business, they learned tons about eCommerce, how to work together as business partners, and what a successful business exit looks and feels like.

They took all their knowledge and passion for remote work and built Tropical MBA into a community of events and podcasts for people who wanted to become location-independent entrepreneurs. Now, they launched Dynamite Jobs, a platform where people can find remote work so they can live and work like Dan and Ian have for the past couple of decades.

If you've ever wanted to learn about working for yourself wherever you want, you'll love this episode.

Check out Tropical MBA at:

• TropicalMBA.com/Podcasts
• And Dynamite Jobs at Dynamite Jobs.com

Full show notes:

https://okdork.com/podcast/259

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

Joe Hudson is a host on one of my favorite podcasts - Art of Accomplishment (my 2nd fav after this show!).

When I was chatting with Joe in this episode, I talked about my anxiety of boredom, my life of "should", and these crazy critical voices in my head. Joe is an amazing person to talk to about these topics, and he has a great laugh.

Definitely check out Joe's podcast and his Connection Course at ArtofAccomplishment.com.

Full show notes:

https://okdork.com/podcast/258

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

This episode was originally published in 2020. You can find the show notes of the episode here.

Whether a recession is actually coming or not, the biggest thing is to focus on building momentum and being proactive during these uncertain times.

You might get knocked down. You might get discouraged. But the key part is to keeping going and get back on it as soon as possible.

In this episode, I share 11 exact strategies to recession proof your business today and forever.

https://okdork.com/podcast/143

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

Popular finance advisor and entrepreneur Ramit Sethi is all about helping people live their rich lives. After graduating from Stanford University, Ramit wrote the bestselling book, I Will Teach You To Be Rich, which has helped thousands of people get their financial life together so they can live fuller lives.

Today, Ramit helps people navigate their financial habits and money mindsets through his courses on IWT.com and his podcast, I Will Teach You To Be Rich, takes listeners behind closed doors to listen in on raw conversations about the money habits of real-life couples.

If you want to spend, save, and invest smarter so you can live your rich life (whatever that means to you!) then check out this episode with Ramit.

https://okdork.com/podcast/257

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

Round 7 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. How to be more pleasantly persistent?
2. How to get someone to your online event or webinar?
3. Tips for growing your YouTube channel.

https://okdork.com/podcast/256

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

Stephanie Rigg is a former corporate lawyer down in Australia, but after some soul searching (and Google searching) she became a relationship coach to help people have better and healthier love lives.

I randomly found her on Instagram and she was the first relationship coach I ever saw that wasn't woo-woo and had solid, unique advice.

Now, she makes more money being a relationship coach than she did as a lawyer, and her online course, Healing Anxious Attachment, has helped hundreds of people process their anxious attachment styles so they can move toward more secure relationships. 

If you want to have a healthier and more fulfilling relationship, check out Stephanie's breakthrough-inducing course and insightful Instagram content @stephanie__rigg.

https://okdork.com/podcast/255

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

 

Sam Dogen (AKA, the Financial Samurai) founded America's #1 personal finance blog and podcast, helping people make and save more money while living the lives they truly want.

The market crash of 2009 rocked Sam's financial world even though he worked for 10 years at Goldman Sachs and Credit Suisse, got an MBA from UC Berkeley, saved aggressively, and diversified his investments.

So he started a personal finance site to help him and others make sense of all the chaos.

After writing 2,500+ personal finance articles, he used his knowledge to write a best-selling book, Buy This, Not That: How To Spend Your Way To Wealth And Freedom.

His book is your secret weapon to getting ahead in this hyper-competitive world.

https://okdork.com/podcast/254

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

 

My book Million Dollar Weekend is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend.

Something clicked for me during a grueling bike climb - I wanted to quit. And isn't that how it feels for everyone sometimes, in business and life? But it's our ability to push through the right kind of suffering that drives real success.  

In this week's episode, I dive into my own personal struggles and professional setbacks, sharing how pushing through those tough moments fueled growth at AppSumo and helped me reach my biggest goals.

 

In this episode, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things:

• How embracing suffering can lead to long-term rewards?

• Why voluntary suffering can prepare us for unexpected hardships?

• How to align pain with our purpose?

All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.

 

Nick Gray is the founder of Museum Hack. A company that hosts creative tours around museums all over the world. He grew Museum Hack into a multi-million dollar business and then sold it recently in an interesting way.

Now he spends a lot of his free time hosting cool parties and teaching others how to do the same.

Nick is probably one of the BEST party hosts I know. His new book The 2-Hour Cocktail Party teaches you how to host lightweight stress-free parties. Go check it at Party.pro.

https://okdork.com/podcast/253

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

 

Round 4 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. How to strategically work for interesting companies
2. What to do after a successful product launch on AppSumo
3. Should you start a new business or focus on your main business

https://okdork.com/podcast/252

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

 

Gokul Rajaram has worked as an executive at some of the biggest tech companies: Google, Facebook, Square, etc.

He is currently the Caviar Lead at Doordash and advises different tech startups in his free time.

I came across Gokul on Twitter. You can check him out @gokulr.

He also has INSANE articles on Medium about how to run a company. My favorite one is  "The weekly CEO e-mail". I've copied that at AppSumo, and I've found it super amazing!

https://okdork.com/podcast/251

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

Randomly stumbled upon David Wolve's music on Spotify, and I f*cking love it!

Turns out he makes all the music himself and works at the airport.

My favorite songs from him are "Rapture" and "Touring Test", but frankly all of them are amazing!

Go check his music out on YouTube or Spotify.

https://okdork.com/podcast/250

Get the BEST daily deals on software at:
https://appsumo.com/noah

Bing Gordon was the co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Electronic Arts, the popular video game company. 

 

In his twenties, Bing did a lot of interesting things. He wrote poetries in college, tried acting for a year, and even did commercial fishing.

Then he worked at EA for over 26 years and contributed to the marketing and design of many best-selling games such as The Sims and John Madden Football.

Today, he is an investor, company advisor, and just full of wisdom.

https://okdork.com/podcast/249

Get the BEST daily deals on software at: https://appsumo.com/noah

 

 

Joseph Kelly is the Co-founder and CEO of Unchained Capital.

We play squash together, and he is one of my best friends.

After dropping out of college, he started a big data company. Sold it for a lot of money.

Then he got into Bitcoin because he is a very curious person and started Unchained Capital, which offers loans and other financial services to long-term Bitcoin holders.

https://okdork.com/podcast/248

Use this link to get 10% off at checkout on AppSumo: https://appsumo.com/?coupon=noah10&code=noah10

 

Round 5 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. How to start a business in a developing country like El Salvador
2. My recommendations for affiliate and referral marketing
3. Top things I look for when hiring a great operations person

https://okdork.com/podcast/247

Use this link to get 10% off at checkout on AppSumo: https://appsumo.com/?coupon=noah10&code=noah10

Chris Ruder is the founder and CEO of Spikeball.

The funny thing about Spikeball is that it was invented by a different guy named Jeff Knurek in 1989. It was only in the market for a few years before quickly dying out.

Chris was actually an early player of the game as a kid, saw its potential, decided to find the game as an adult, and turn it into a successful business. 

https://okdork.com/podcast/246

Use this link to get 10% off at checkout on AppSumo: https://appsumo.com/?coupon=noah10&code=noah10

Bob Metcalfe helped invent the Ethernet in 1973 while working at Xerox.

He didn't get rich from helping to invent the Ethernet though.

Bob actually got rich by starting his own computer networking company called 3Com, where he sold Ethernet and many other products.

After the success of 3Com, which became a multi-billion dollar company, he tried many other careers.

He was a journalist, a VC, and a professor. And now, he is looking for his next job.

https://okdork.com/podcast/245

Use this link to get 10% off at checkout on AppSumo: https://appsumo.com/?coupon=noah10&code=noah10

Carl J. Meade is a wise man with a lot to share.  

First, he was an electronics design engineer at the Hughes Aircraft Company.

Then he went to the U.S Airforce and became a test pilot.

And then he got selected by NASA to be an astronaut where he worked for over 10 years going on different Space Shuttle missions.

In this interview, Carl teaches you how to create a fulfilling career for yourself.

https://okdork.com/podcast/244

Use this link to get 10% off at checkout on AppSumo: https://appsumo.com/?coupon=noah10&code=noah10

Check out my book Million Dollar Weekend, which helps you start businesses in just 48 hours. Check it out at milliondollarweekend.com.

In this episode, I share what I've been up to during the past few months, including why I haven't released new content since August. I took time off for paternity leave and embraced the joy (and challenges) of being a new dad. This break gave me a chance to reflect on how important it is to take a step back and pause from work and doing the same thing every day.

 

In this conversation, you'll enjoy 3 BIG things:

• The benefits of taking time off and how it can bring clarity to your priorities.

• My new routine as a dad

• What's next for my work with AppSumo and social content creation.

 

All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.

 

Round 4 of answering your Q&As with your uncle Noah.

In this episode, we are going to talk about:

1. Why I love making YouTube videos
2. Strategies for building a community
3. What are my tips for launching 7-figure companies

https://okdork.com/podcast/243

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Jim McIngvale, aka. Mattress Mack, is a 71-year-old entrepreneur known for making INSANE million-dollar bets on various sports.

You might think he has a crazy gambling problem. But actually, these are very creative marketing campaigns to promote his furniture store.

Mack came from humble beginnings. He started a furniture business in 1981 with just $5,000 dollars, and now it's a HUGE business making $200 million dollars a year in revenue — he also gives a ton of it away.

https://okdork.com/podcast/242

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I actually really enjoy doing these Q&As, so let me know on Twitter if you like them too.

In this episode, we talk are going to talk about:

1. If your superpower is design but you hate marketing

2. What is the difference between a good and a great day.

3. When to finally quit your businesses or not.

https://okdork.com/podcast/241

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