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Transforming a Side Hustle into a Six-Figure Business with Steph Turton12 Aug 202400:41:23

Steph Turton is a content creator and prolific YouTuber with over 100,000 subscribers. She first started her business, Handbagholic, as a side hustle which has now turned into a full-time 6-figure business. 

In this episode, Chris and Steph discuss the challenges, strategies, and pivotal moments in her entrepreneurial journey, as well as the importance of diversifying revenue streams and creating valuable content to keep her audience engaged. She also shares how the YouTube ad revenue side of things works, and how she packages sponsorship deals for luxury brands to work with her! 

Episode Timestamps

  • [01:52] - The Handbagholic Journey Begins
  • [07:01] - Monetizing YouTube and Expanding Revenue Streams
  • [09:50] - Navigating Brand Deals and Sponsorships
  • [18:30] - The Importance of Not Building on Rented Land
  • [18:54] - Shifting Focus to YouTube and Email Marketing
  • [23:14] - Challenges and Reinventing Content
  • [27:26] - Daily Workflow and Content Creation
  • [34:07] - Chris' Coaching Corner

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • How Steph turned her passion into a 6-figure content creation business
  • The role of YouTube in Steph's business, including using YouTube to increase product page conversions and raise brand awareness
  • Risks associated with building a brand on rented land, as highlighted by Steph’s experience of her Instagram account being disabled temporarily
  • How Steph has started focusing on growing her email list as a way to build a more engaged community

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Building a Personal Brand Using Words with Delia Monk12 Aug 202400:29:20

Delia Monk is a sales copywriter and positioning expert for coaches, creatives and consultants. In this episode, Chris and Delia discuss how Delia’s previous travel business was impacted by the pandemic, and how she decided to use her writing skills and develop a career as a professional copywriter. 

She shares the strategies she used to build her personal brand, how she focuses on building an authentic connection with her audience, the challenges she faced while scaling her business, as well as her future plans!

Episode Timestamps

  • [02:30] - Delia's Journey from Journalism to Copywriting
  • [03:23] - The Impact of COVID-19 on Delia's Career
  • [03:55] - Delia's Transition into Freelance Writing
  • [04:29] - The Power of Words in Sales
  • [05:58] - Delia's Marketing Strategies and Platforms
  • [06:33] - The Importance of Email Marketing
  • [14:19] - Balancing Business and Personal Life on Social Media
  • [16:44] - Delia's Ecosystem of Products and Services
  • [19:35] - What Delia's Day-to-Day Looks Like
  • [23:13] - Writing a Book
  • [24:02] - Chris’ Coaching Corner 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Figuring out what you're good at and going all in on it
  • The importance of pivoting quickly when needed
  • Using words to sell and market your products or services
  • How to create a diverse ecosystem that continues to serve your audience

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Unlocking a Truly Unique Niched Opportunity with Ash Borland18 Mar 202400:41:28

Ash Borland is a Mortgage Marketing Consultant, who has leveraged his expertise to become a recognizable figure in his niche. In this episode, Chris and Ash discuss the pivotal moments in Ash's career, the strategies he’s employed to gain visibility and scale his business, and the importance of building a personal brand.

Ash talks about his approach to content creation, managing ADHD in his professional life, as well as his future plans for increasing his prices, the challenges and strategies of scaling a 1:1 business model and the potential of partnerships for further growth.

Your Personal Invitation

Join Chris as he hosts his 3-hour virtual Deep Dive Planning session on April 10th, with special guest coach, Matthew Kimberley! You'll get access to an exclusive event workbook, complete a business diagnosis session, network with like minded entrepreneurs and walk away with a full 90-day action plan to achieve your goals. Limited spots available, secure yours now!

Episode Timestamps

  • [03:24] - Transitioning from Mortgage Broker to Marketing Coach
  • [05:31] - The 3G Moment: Recognizing the Opportunity
  • [06:39] - The Power of Personal Branding
  • [07:35] - The Evolution of Platforms and Strategies
  • [12:06] - The Journey to Financial Freedom
  • [21:28] - Strategic Partnerships and Scaling
  • [23:51]  - Work-Life Balance and Personal Routines
  • [30:28] - Content Creation Strategies
  • [35:47] - Chris' Coaching Corner: Scaling and Diversifying

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • The power of niching down and going all in
  • How to recognise there’s a bigger opportunity available
  • Ash’s 1-hour content creation approach
  • How to continue scaling a one-man band

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How to Use Live Video to Serve & Sell with Pat Flynn07 Dec 202000:40:22

When the pandemic first began, Pat Flynn made the decision to start a daily streaming show (including the weekends!) on YouTube to get people together and simply just to have fun while we’re all at home! 

In this episode, Pat joins the show to discuss how the show has enabled him to reach new people and bring them into his ecosystem, as well as turning them into paying customers! Tune in to find out how you can utilize live video to serve and sell. 

Episode Timestamps

  • [05:26] - Why Pat started the Income Stream Show
  • [13:00] - What makes Pat feel valuable to his community
  • [14:15] - How to come up with ideas for social media
  • [23:45] - The affect the pandemic has had on the way we think about life
  • [32:52] - Delegating tasks to focus on other things

 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • The main reason Pat started the Income Stream Show
  • Why being different to the competition will always win
  • Going the extra mile to create fun content
  • How the pandemic has affect our thinking in every way possible
  • Personal branding in 2021


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The Easy Way to Beat Competitors Every Time30 Nov 202000:15:31

Being a personal brand entrepreneur means that you actually do not have any competitors, because there is only one you. Sure, there will be people in the same niche doing similar things, but they will never be able to ever replicate you. 

In this episode, I talk about the easy way to beat competitors every time and the importance of always being 100% original. Tune in to find out my top strategies for always being authentic and why your audience will love you even more for it. 

Episode Timestamps

  • [05:22] - When you’re building the Business of You, there is no real competition
  • [07:19] - The tendency to latch on to what everyone else is doing
  • [09:04] - There is no right way of doing things
  • [10:05] - Do something that is unmistakably you


Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Why you should never copy anyone else
  • How to build a frictionless business
  • As an entrepreneur, there isn’t a rulebook to follow
  • Show the real you and see how your audience reacts

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The 30-Day Momentum Checklist23 Nov 202000:16:51

As entrepreneurs, we all have moments where we may lack momentum to get things done, and don’t worry, it’s completely normal to feel like this from time to time. There are many things that contribute to slowing down our momentum, but there are a few things we can do to prevent this from happening.

In this episode, I deep dive into the 30-day momentum checklist that I swear by doing every day to ensure I prevent those periods of feeling unmotivated as much as I possibly can. Tune in to find out how you can begin implementing these key strategies to your daily routine!

Episode Timestamps

  • [07:11] - Identify your non-negotiables
  • [07:41] - Lean into things that have been working
  • [08:30] - How bad do you want to make it work
  • [09:47] - Consider where the lack of momentum is coming from

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Every entrepreneur should have a set of non-negotiables
  • Double down on things that have been working well for your business
  • Think about what you need to do in order to achieve your goals
  • Identify why you may have the lack of momentum to do certain tasks


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What Do You Want Your Legacy and Impact to Be?16 Nov 202000:13:41

We can’t hustle forever. There comes a time when we eventually have to start winding it back and taking it easy. There’s no time to be wishing that you had done certain things, or wished things went differently, you’re in control of what you want your legacy and impact to be. 

In this episode, I discuss exactly what legacy and impact means for personal brand entrepreneurs. Tune in to find out exactly why now is the time for you to start working towards building your legacy. 

Episode Timestamps

  • [03:47] - Your legacy and impact is not about you
  • [05:13] - How Zig Ziglar’s legacy is still making an impact today
  • [05:56] - What it takes to have a lasting legacy
  • [08:19] - What happens when you make your life’s work about helping other people

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Your personal brand will fade away if it’s all about you
  • Think about how you can consistently over-deliver for your community
  • It should always be about helping other people
  • People will become devoted and loyal to you 


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The 5 Key Stages to Building the Business of You09 Nov 202000:19:49

Youpreneurship is the idea of building a business around you, your personality and expertise, but most importantly, building a business that is not reliant on you. 

In this episode, I deep dive into the 5 key stages of Youpreneurship, also what I call the ‘Business of You’. Tune in to find out exactly what they are and how you can start implementing these strategies into your business. 

Episode Timestamps

  • [02:40] - Definition of the ‘Business of You’ 
  • [03:30] - Building your audience
  • [04:52] - Amplifying your message
  • [06:06] - Leveraging your community
  • [09:25] - Creating a passive income stream


Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • The importance of consistently showing up for your audience
  • Spread your message by being seen as the expert of your niche
  • How writing a book is a great way to further serve your community
  • Why every entrepreneur should be creating a passive income stream


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2 Ways to Become a Future-Proof Personal Brand Entrepreneur02 Nov 202000:14:42

Not everybody can build and run a business. In order to do it, you have to be willing to put the extra work and hours in, and you must think long-term and not just about the next 5 years. 

In this episode, I share 2 main strategies I’ve been using for the past 10 years that have enabled me to build a future-proof personal brand business. Tune in to find out what they are so that you can start working towards doing likewise! 

Episode Timestamps

  • [03:22] - One very important question to ask yourself
  • [06:18] - Build a business for its own sake
  • [07:24] - Be adaptable to a changing business landscape
  • [08:37] - Make use of the tools that are available to you


Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Why it’s so important to plan long-term
  • Build a business because you dream about running that business
  • To build and grow a business, you must be flexible
  • People want to do business with other people


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Building a Brand Through Consistency with Mike Morrison26 Oct 202000:34:30

You’ve probably heard many people say that consistency pays off, and it’s one hundred percent true. Success doesn’t happen overnight, it takes time and requires consistently showing up for your audience. 

In this episode, I invite Mike Morrison of the Membership Guys to discuss how he and his partner, Callie (also co-founder of the Membership Guys) has built an extremely successful 7-figure business and how being consistent has played a huge part in the journey. Tune in to hear Mike and Callie’s story of building a brand through consistency. 

Episode Timestamps

  • [08:59] - How the Membership Guys started
  • [12:08] - The one focal point that Mike and Callie have stuck to for the last 5 years
  • [15:46] - The behind the scenes of running an event
  • [24:58] - Why Mike’s podcast is purely evergreen content


Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • The importance of sticking to the same business mission
  • How running an event meant losing focus on membership related projects
  • Producing evergreen content is always better than jumping on current trends
  • Why showing up is so vital for entrepreneurs


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This ONE Strategy Will Catapult Your Influence19 Oct 202000:17:09

Podcasts have always been a fantastic way to expand your reach and visibility by appearing on other people’s shows, and in doing so, widen your network by building new relationships with likeminded people.

In this episode, I discuss the podcast industry and how fast it’s growing, as well as the importance of utilizing the medium to grow your online audience. Tune in to find out the one strategy that will catapult your influence as a personal brand entrepreneur.

Episode Timestamps

  • [05:03] - Predicted ad spend for podcasts by the end of 2021
  • [07:13] - Why every podcast guest needs to be interested
  • [08:30] - Always give away your best advice
  • [10:34] - Keep the connection going

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Utilizing podcasts as a marketing strategy
  • Be genuinely interested about the host and their audience
  • Don’t hold back on the knowledge you’re sharing
  • The conversation doesn’t end when the episode does


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How Having a Growth Mindset is Everything with Josh York12 Oct 202000:34:32

It’s not possible to be motivated every single day of the week, we all have moments when we feel like we’ve hit a wall. However, one thing that can help with this is to have a growth mindset and to be as consistent as possible with what we’re doing. 

In this episode, I invite Josh York of GYMGUYZ to discuss all things mindset and how important it is for entrepreneurs to never stop learning new things. Tune in to find out how having a growth mindset is everything when it comes to building and growing a business. 

Episode Timestamps

  • [09:18] - People need positivity 
  • [11:04] - Leaders create other leaders
  • [20:08] - Always take action
  • [20:49] - Learn something new every single day


Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • It’s impossible to be motivated every day, but consistency is key
  • Importance of having a work-life balance
  • If you’re not learning, you’re not growing
  • Relationships can lead to amazing opportunities 


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Tips on Staying Focused as an Entrepreneur05 Oct 202000:16:45

Our daily routines have been significantly disrupted over these last few months with the global pandemic, and with that, so has our ability to stay truly focused while working from home. 

In this episode, I talk all about the importance of focus and how now, more than ever, focus is playing a bigger, key component when it comes to success in business. Tune in to find out my top tips on staying focused as an entrepreneur!

Episode Timestamps

  • [03:54] - You have everything you need to stay focused
  • [05:17] - Make it easy for yourself
  • [05:55] - How you can stay accountable
  • [07:55] - Benefits of habit stacking 


Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Your environment has more of an impact than you may think
  • Surround yourself with the strategies and equipment needed to get things done
  • Make your goals public to stay accountable to them
  • Block out websites and notifications that waste your time


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From Instagram Influencer to TV's Decluttering Queen with Dilly Carter18 Mar 202400:48:48

Dilly Carter is a professional organizer and founder of Declutter Dollies, an organizing and home-styling service. Dilly is also a BAFTA nominee, x2 bestselling author and a presenter on the BBC hit TV-show, Sort Your Life Out.

In this episode, Chris and Dilly discuss the impact of television exposure, how Dilly has continued to diversify her personal brand offerings, the challenges behind scaling a service-based business, as well as the approach Dilly has to social media and how she markets herself!

Your Personal Invitation

Join Chris as he hosts his 3-hour virtual Deep Dive Planning session on April 10th, with special guest coach, Matthew Kimberley! You'll get access to an exclusive event workbook, complete a business diagnosis session, network with like minded entrepreneurs and walk away with a full 90-day action plan to achieve your goals. Limited spots available, secure yours now!

Episode Timestamps

  • [01:00] - Diving Deep with Dilly Carter: A Personal Brand Journey
  • [04:01] - The Power of TV in Elevating Personal Brands
  • [15:21] - The Strategic Use of Instagram for Personal Branding
  • [21:49] - The Importance of Authenticity in Social Media
  • [24:24] - Confidence vs. Imposter Syndrome
  • [25:34] - Becoming a Leader in Your Field
  • [31:36] - The Art of Scaling Your Business with Quality and Control
  • [42:31] - Chris' Coaching Corner: Building a Stronger Business Foundation

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Acknowledging that YOU are the go-to person in your field
  • Having an authentic approach to social media and how to show your true self
  • How to overcome self doubt as an entrepreneur
  • Providing opportunities in order to continue scaling your business

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Importance of Playing the Long Game in Business28 Sep 202000:11:36

Playing the long game in business isn’t about your 1 year, 5 year or even 10 year business plan. It’s about the long game that will ensure your success and sustainability as a personal brand entrepreneur for your entire career. 

In this episode, I discuss why every entrepreneur needs to have a clear understanding of what their why is and how vital it is for business growth. Tune in as I talk all about the importance of playing the long game in business. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • The long game isn’t about your business plan for the next few years, it’s about your entire career
  • How identifying your why is essential for every entrepreneur
  • When you know exactly what you’re all about, the long game will be clearer for you to understand and recognize
  • Remember you always have the power of saying no


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How to Market Like a Magnet and Profit Quicker21 Sep 202000:15:40

The term ‘market like a magnet’ refers to communicating and connecting with your ideal customers in a way that works well for you and your business. When you market like a magnet, you’re attracting the right type of people that you want in your ecosystem and you repel the rest. 

In this episode, I share my top three ways you should be marketing in order to target your ideal client, and the benefits you’ll see from doing so. Tune in to find out how you can market like a magnet and profit quicker. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Consistently show up for your audience and always be authentic
  • Identify what platforms works well for the content you’re putting out and go all in
  • People will stay loyal to people who truly show up for them
  • Marketing doesn’t end when you make a sale, it’s only the beginning of a relationship with your customer! 


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Lastly, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favorite app, using the link below the player at the top of this page.

How Putting in the Personal Brand Work… Worked! With Mark Schaefer14 Sep 202000:23:03

Success doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time, hard work and dedication. Simply saying that you’re going to show up and be there for your community isn’t enough. You have to put in the work to make it happen.

In this episode, I invite Mark Schaefer back onto the show to discuss how his personal brand ultimately saved his business during the current pandemic and how being consistent over the years enabled him to get to where he is now. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • How showing up and being consistent will pay off
  • Your personal brand IS the brand
  • Reputation is everything for personal brand entrepreneurs
  • People will remember your actions and how you showed up for them

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How to Make Your Personal Brand Stand Out07 Sep 202000:13:45

One thing every single personal brand entrepreneur has in common is that they don’t have anything in common. What works for myself, might not work as well for you, or the next person. 

In this episode, I discuss the importance of identifying what your strengths are so that you can lean into them more and use them to your advantage. Tune in to find out the ways you can make your personal brand stand out.

Episode Timestamps

  • [00:30] – Celebrating 400 episodes of Youpreneur FM!
  • [04:00] – The one thing every personal brand entrepreneur have in common
  • [04:54] – The importance of leaning into your strengths more
  • [05:20] – Why you should stop being consumed by other people
  • [06:09] – Where you should be focusing your energy on


Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Stop being consumed by what other people are doing
  • What matters most is how you’re showing up for your tribe
  • Focus your energy on your own personal development
  • Think about the uniqueness that you bring to the table

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Using Instagram to Get More Coaching Clients with Craig Ballantyne31 Aug 202000:39:19

Instagram has always been a great platform for entrepreneurs to use to not only spread their brand message and share what they’re all about, but to also build a wider audience and reach new people that they can offer their services to. 

In this episode, I invite Craig Ballantyne onto the show to discuss all things Instagram and how he has utilized the platform to get more coaching clients. Tune in to find out how you can start using Instagram in a way that will give you the results you want to see. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Stick to posting schedules that work
  • Giveaways are a great way to get people into your community
  • Look into your insights to see when your audience is active on Instagram
  • Always be clear on what your CTA is


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Designing Your Perfect Work Day24 Aug 202000:13:50

Our daily routines have been significantly affected over the last couple of months, and due to that, it has been difficult for a lot of entrepreneurs to get into the flow of working properly, whilst having distractions at home.

In this episode, I discuss how to design your perfect work day to not only ensure that you get everything ticked off your daily to-do list, but to also make sure that you enjoy the working day. Tune in to find out why it’s so important to set up your day in a way that suits you and your lifestyle.

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Working 9-5 doesn’t have to apply to you if you know that you won’t be as productive during those hours
  • Identify what is already working for you in your daily routine and lean more into that
  • Have a slow morning if that works better for you and makes you more energetic for the day
  • Plan your work flow accordingly to what is going on around you and within your business
  • Schedule your work into input and output categories


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How to Pivot & Still Get Attention with Neen James17 Aug 202000:35:43

As we know, 2020 has been a whirlwind of a year, and a lot of entrepreneurs have had to pivot their business and their approach during the last few months, amid everything that has been going on. 

In this episode, I invite Neen James onto the show to discuss how she has pivoted her own business, from traveling the world as a keynote speaker, to now working directly with businesses and offering her services. Tune in to find out how to pivot and still get attention from your current and potential clients. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Think about how YOU can help your clients 
  • People have become a lot more authentic and true to themselves during the pandemic
  • Prioritise moving your business forward by achieving the goals you set for yourself
  • Being part of coaching groups is great to make you stay accountable to those goals
  • Focus on the people you want to serve


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How to Achieve All the Goals You Set for Yourself10 Aug 202000:12:43

There are lots of tools available that will help you to plan out all of the goals you want to achieve, but not many people actually talk about how and what you should be doing in order to take action towards achieving those goals. 

In this episode, I talk about setting goals and exactly what you can do to make sure you achieve them. Tune in to find out how you can track your progress and ensure that you stay accountable. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • You can spend a lot of time researching lots of resources that will help you to plan your goals, but you won’t actually be achieving any of your goals 
  • Achieving all your goals requires a different skill set and level of commitment 
  • Reviewing your goals either monthly or quarterly is a great way to stay accountable
  • Accomplishing big goals is a myth!


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How to Become Truly Iconic with Scott McKain03 Aug 202000:48:42

We’ve reached a point where people are simply doing too much at all times, but are forgetting the fundamentals and the importance of gaining clarity in the online entrepreneurship space. 

In this episode, I invite Scott McKain onto the show to discuss the 4 step process that will help you to be more iconic within your work and with your customers. Tune in to find out exactly how you can do it. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • The difference between being distinctive and being iconic
  • Entrepreneurs are good at what they do, but they’re not sure what they should be doing in order to stand out in the hypercompetitive industry
  • Youpreneurs must have full clarity of what they’re all about and who they want to help 
  • Time is your most valuable commodity as an entrepreneur


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How to Handle Stress as an Entrepreneur27 Jul 202000:14:34

One subject that affects everyone is stress, and it’s something each and everyone one of us has experienced significantly during the last couple of months, understandably. It can be hard to truly manage stress without it overtaking your day-to-day life activities. 

In this episode, I deep dive into the subject of stress and how to deal with it, particularly for us business owners. Tune in to find out how you can better handle stress as an entrepreneur. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Find ways to connect with other people in your industry, e.g. through an IG live or a Zoom call
  • Try to have as much of a structured daily routine as you possibly can
  • Have small breaks during your day to allow yourself to ‘switch off’ from work for just a short amount of time
  • Be gentle with yourself, stress happens to everyone, don’t be too hard on yourself!


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Enjoying 20K Months After 10-Years Offline with Mandy Rose18 Mar 202400:45:27

Mandy Rose helps people make more money and work less by using social media and digital products. Mandy has recently made a stunning comeback to the online business world after a decade-long hiatus and is here to tell us all about it!

In this episode, Chris and Mandy discuss her journey to finding her way back to creating a profitable online presence, the challenges she faced when it came to reinventing herself, the importance of aligning business with purpose, her approach to monetizing her expertise and reaching a comfortable 20k months!

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Episode Timestamps

  • [03:50] - Mandy's Decision to Take a Break from the Online Space
  • [05:20] - The Struggles and Tragedies Mandy Faced During Her Break
  • [08:07] - The Process of Rebuilding and Monetizing Mandy's Online Presence
  • [11:30] - Mandy's Reflections on Her Journey and Her Current Success
  • [12:28] - The Importance of Aligning Your Work with Your Purpose
  • [22:49] - The Power of Low Ticket Digital Products
  • [24:37] - The Art of Content Creation and Organic Marketing
  • [26:36] - The Risks of Building a Business on Rented Land
  • [38:45] - Chris' Coaching Corner: The Importance of Diversifying Platforms

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Why your mission and purpose is more important than you may think it is
  • Utilizing the power of social media to build an engaged community
  • Why it's never too late to start something or pivot
  • The risks that comes with building a business on rented land

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Self-Publishing Secrets Revealed with Chandler Bolt20 Jul 202000:36:04

If writing a book has been on your bucket list for a while, whilst you have a little bit of extra time on your hands, now is definitely the time to get stuck into the process! Writing a book can open up so many amazing opportunities and can be a great way to not only recession-proof your business, but will allow you to stand out from the crowd, regardless of your industry. 

In this episode, I invite Chandler Bolt, CEO of Self-Publishing School onto the show to discuss all things books, the benefits of writing them for your personal brand and the secrets of self-publishing. Tune in to find out how you can get started with writing your first or next book with the help of these tips!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • It’s 100% doable to build a business based around your book
  • Books will recession-proof your business, regardless of your industry
  • Mind maps are a great way to braindump all of your ideas for the book which you can then expand on and start outlining the chapters 
  • 70% of books sold are purchased on Amazon, which makes it a lot easier to self-publish and still get your book seen by tens of thousands of people online
  • The difference between having a cover that looks good and a cover that will convert
  • One vital rule to follow is to not edit whilst you’re writing, always edit after!


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The Power of Saying No More Often13 Jul 202000:14:49

As Youpreneurs, you are in control of what you say no and yes to. A lot of entrepreneurs feel like they need to say yes to everything, particularly at the beginning of their entrepreneurial journey. However, in doing so, you’ll actually end up putting more work on your plate than you can really handle! 

In this episode, I talk about the power of saying no more often and how important it is to only say yes to the things that are going to serve you and your community. Tune into how you learn how you can start doing likewise.  

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • The power of saying no
  • Say no to things that aren’t in relation to your niche or industry
  • Identify what your non-negotiables are as a Youpreneur
  • Always listen to your gut feeling, it’s usually right!


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My Biggest Business Decision of 202006 Jul 202000:16:26

A few weeks ago, we announced that we would be turning the inaugural Youpreneur Summit to an online experience due to the current uncertainties around the world. However, two weeks into the ticket sale launch, we realised the numbers simply weren’t there and it was clear that a lot of people weren’t a huge fan of the virtual setup for the event. 

In this episode, I talk about the biggest business decision I’ve had to make of 2020. It was a tough call, but I believe it was the correct decision to make. Tune in to find out the reasoning as to why we decided to cancel this year’s Youpreneur Summit. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • The importance of listening to your audience
  • Why reviewing the work involved will help you to understand if it makes business sense to do it
  • We have to do things for the right reasons
  • Knowing when it’s time to call it a day

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How to Sell More Copies of Your Book Post-Launch29 Jun 202000:15:29

You’ve launched your book and now it’s time to make sure you continue to sell copies of it going into the future! All authors want their book to stay relevant, months and even years after it’s initially published. 

In this episode, I share 7 ways to ensure you can sell more copies of your book long after you launch. Tune to find out how you can reach new potential readers through organic social media reach and also paid advertising, as well as connecting with your audience on a personal level. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Have a dedicated page on your website that’s all about your book
  • Team up with people on social media by sending them free copies of your book to spread the word to their audience
  • Invest in paid advertising to promote relevant book content on your website and then retarget those people into purchasing the book
  • Shoot a book video trailer to explain what the book is about on a more personal level and allow potential readers to connect with you
  • Prepare a set of social media images and related copy that you can use to continue promoting your book
  • Create a video series that explains your book and your reason behind writing it


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Making Your Book a Bestseller22 Jun 202000:12:12

Writing a book is the first part, now it’s time to make it a bestseller! Whether you go down the traditional publishing route or self publish, you yourself will be doing all of the book marketing. 

In this episode, I share 5 simple strategies that will help you become a bestselling author. Tune in to find out how you can have a successful book launch, reach a wider audience and get lots of book reviews within the process! 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Share your book launch with people you have worked with in the past
  • Hold a virtual launch party and explain the why behind your book, who it’s for and what problems it’s going to solve for people
  • Run a competition during the virtual launch party for anyone who purchases your book there and then
  • Traditional advertising shouldn’t be forgotten about, but it will need to be done a while before the launch itself
  • Get on as many podcast interviews as you can to spread the word about your book to a wider audience


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Sell Your Book While You're Still Writing It15 Jun 202000:12:25

Planning your book launch is no walk in the park. There is a lot of planning and preparation that needs to go into it to ensure it’s a success. The good thing is that it’s never too early to start marketing your book, in fact, you can do it while you’re still actually writing!

In this episode, I share a few ways you can spread the word about your new upcoming book before it’s even published. Tune in to find out how you can get a headstart on your book marketing. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Have a dedicated VIP waitlist page on your website where you can collect emails of people who are interested in purchasing your book when it’s published
  • This email list will be crucial for when you launch
  • Share BTS of the overall book writing process on social media to increase excitement around your book
  • Build relationships with journalists and other leaders within your niche 
  • Ask your peers within your industry to share endorsements of your book


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Tips for Writing a Bestselling Expert Book08 Jun 202000:12:25

Now that you’ve decided on a book topic, it’s time to start writing! Now, writing a book is hard work and a lot of authors will experience that the writing process can become a chore. However, there are a few things you can do to prevent this from happening.

In this episode, I share my top 6 tips that will help you to stay motivated during the writing stage of your book. Tune in to learn how starting the writing process with a draft outline will make it easier to write your book, as well as how important it is to get a fresh pair of eyes to review what you’ve written. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Plan the book out first by outlining what the different chapters and sections will consist of
  • Write down bullet-points to develop the argument and conclusion for each of the chapters
  • Work on the bullet-points and expand them into full sentences and paragraphs
  • It’s vital to get a few people to review your book during the writing stage
  • Rewrite the book after you’ve received feedback from those people 


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How to Decide Your Book Topic01 Jun 202000:12:06

Has writing a book been on your bucket list for a while? The first obstacle a lot of budding authors will face is picking the topic of the book and actually sticking to it. However, it doesn’t need to be as hard as you may think! 

In this episode, I share the things you need to figure out that will help you decide your book topic. Tune in to find out how you can identify who your book will be for, what problems it will solve and how you can ensure your book is aligned with your overall brand message.

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Identify who you are going to write your book for
  • Having a clear understanding of who the book is for will make it easier to write it
  • Figure out what problems you’re going to solve for those people 
  • Your book should be aligned with your overall brand message and what you’re all about as an entrepreneur
  • Understand your why behind writing your book 


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The ONE Simple Exercise That Changed My Life!25 May 202000:17:44

As entrepreneurs, it’s impossible for us to do absolutely everything in our businesses, even if we think we can! This is called ‘superhero syndrome’, which makes it extremely difficult for us to delegate those tasks. However, there comes a time when we do need to ‘let go’ of some of tasks that we maybe don’t enjoy, or we’re not very good at. 

In this episode, I talk about how the three lists to freedom exercise completely changed my life and how I operated my business. Tune in to find out how important it will be for you to do this very simple exercise at least twice a year to enable you to rethink the way you’re running your business and allow you to focus your time and efforts into areas that only you can do. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Superhero syndrome is a real thing that every entrepreneur experiences
  • Identify the things you don’t enjoy doing within your business day-to-day
  • List down the tasks that you’re currently doing, but you’re not very good at!
  • Think about the type of things you deep down do not actually want to be doing within your business and feel someone else could be doing them instead
  • The 3 lists to freedom is an exercise that will deep dive into the areas within your business that need to change


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Understanding the Alter Ego Effect with Todd Herman18 May 202000:35:19

Performance coach and mentor, Todd Herman has spent the last 21 years helping top elite athletes, leaders and public figures to become the best version of themselves by tapping into their alter egos.

In this episode, Chris and Todd discuss the subject of authenticity and how it’s involved while using an alter ego, tune in to find out why it’s an absolute game changer for yourself as an individual and a business owner. 

Essential learning Points From This Episode

  • Why Todd’s go-to weapon when helping people is always their alter ego
  • How authenticity is involved with alter egos
  • The story behind Martin Luther King Jr. and his glasses 
  • When you recreate your identify, it changes everything
  • Playfulness is the main way people unlock the flow of state  
  • There’s never only one version of yourself


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Serving First: The True Entrepreneurial Journey with Pat Flynn08 Jan 202400:43:21

In this milestone 500th episode of the Youpreneur podcast, Chris brings his longtime friend, Pat Flynn, back onto the show to discuss their entrepreneurial journeys and the power of consistency in building and maintaining a digital presence. They explore the evolution of their business strategies over the years, the advantages of embracing AI technologies, the importance of creating a community for business success and much more!

Episode Timestamps

  • [03:04] - The Evolution of Friendship and Business
  • [08:07] - Transitioning from Solo to Team Business
  • [13:45] - The Unexpected Success of a Pokemon YouTube Channel
  • [18:07] - The Power of Reach and Influence
  • [20:40] - A Look Back: Income Reports and Their Impact
  • [23:04] - The Power of Storytelling and Positivity
  • [30:39] - Exploring the Potential of AI in Content Creation
  • [35:25] - The Importance of Community in Business

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • Learning to delegate and the right time to start building a team
  • Insights on community as a business model
  • The influence of AI in business operations
  • Why storytelling is a key component of entrepreneurship

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Doing the Pandemic Pivot on Linkedin with Viveka von Rosen11 May 202000:43:49

LinkedIn is a great place to expand your network, as well as finding your perfect prospects. Although it may be quite spammy at times, it is a platform you should be investing your time into in order to grow your online presence. 

In this episode, Viveka von Rosen of Vengresso joins the show to give her top tips on how you can utilize LinkedIn properly during this current pandemic. Tune in to find out the ways you can get started to ensure your time and efforts produce the results you want to see, as well as continuing to serve your community when they need it the most! 

Essential learning Points From This Episode:
  • Update your current headline and banner that reflects what you are currently doing during this time to help your community
  • The featured section on your profile is great to highlight recent blog posts, podcast episodes or even your latest YouTube video!
  • LinkedIn prefers it when members publish content natively rather than using a scheduling tool
  • Include a strong and clear CTA in your captions
  • Always personalize your invitations to connect with someone


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5 Life Lessons That Everyone Needs To Hear From Bruce Lee04 May 202000:19:30

Most people will know Bruce Lee for being one of the best karate experts of all time and for his kung-fu movies. However, he was also a philosopher and an extremely deep thinker. Bruce wrote many books that go into full detail about his thoughts and the life lessons he wanted to share with the world. 

In this episode, I share 5 of his life lessons that every business owner and entrepreneur needs to hear and recognise. Tune in as I discuss how important they are and why each of them will have a huge impact on the way you think, approach things going forward and much more. 

Essential learning Points From This Episode:
  • Adding more work to your day-to-day will only cause more stress, learn to simplify!
  • Overcome the feeling of always wanting to be better than everyone else
  • Avoid looking for validation from other people
  • Continue working towards your goals until you achieve them
  • Always be your unique self


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How to Stop Overthinking and Get Things Done!27 Apr 202000:14:31

Overthinking is something we have all experienced, particularly for entrepreneurs as a lot of the business decisions will usually come down to us directly. Although we can never completely stop overthinking altogether, there are a few things we can do to limit how often we do it and how we can continue getting things done. 

In this episode, I share 5 ways that will help you to think more positively on a day-to-day basis towards the things that are on your calendar. Tune in as I discuss how you can set your day up for less overthinking and stress by taking more control of your approach to your tasks.

Essential learning Points From This Episode:
  • Structure your calendar by focusing on one task at a time and taking a short break each time you complete a task
  • Set the tone for the day first thing to prevent having a negative feeling towards the day ahead
  • Be dedicated to taking actions every single day
  • Focus more on the things that are in your control


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5 Tips for Working at Home and Staying Productive!20 Apr 202000:14:33

Working from home can have so many distractions, from kids, things that need to be done around the house, to the postman making deliveries a couple times a week. All of these things can’t be helped. However, there are a few things we can do to ensure that when we are working, we’re being super productive and getting as much work done as we can.

In this episode, I share my 5 top tips to help you stay productive while working at home and how to set boundaries to ensure you don’t get interrupted by people in the house during your working day. Tune in as I discuss how important it is to make sure you have a strict work routine to follow each day.


Essential learning Points From This Episode:
  • Maintain a regular and consistent working schedule
  • Keep your workspace as clean and productive as possible
  • We have the tools we need at home to continue serving our community
  • Ensure you have a good work-life balance and still stay in contact with your family and friends


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10 Ways to Stay Productive and Motivated13 Apr 202000:17:19

It’s not easy to stay motivated all the time. However, there are a few things you can do to try and be as motivated as you possibly can be at given times to help stay on track with your goals and continue being productive day-to-day. One way people become unmotivated and stop believing in themselves is when they do not embrace the things they’ve achieved and only focus on the tasks they haven’t completed yet. 

In this episode, I share 10 ways you can stay productive and continue getting all your tasks done. Tune in as I discuss how important it is to reward yourself for achieving small goals and how it will help you to stop procrastinating on things that have been on your to-do list for a while! 

Essential learning Points From This Episode:
  • Reward yourself after completing a task
  • Write your past successes and wins down to remember your achievements
  • Push through the fear of failing
  • Don’t compare yourself to other people, everyone is on a different journey


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Be Proactive: Crisis Management for Entrepreneurs06 Apr 202000:15:22

With everything that has been going on in the world recently, a lot of us feel completely out of control. As entrepreneurs, we’re type A individuals and having zero control over a situation can be really hard. However, there are a few things that we can control, the main thing being our outlook and how we react to the situation. 

In this episode, I share my top tips on how you can prepare and handle crisis management to have the best possible outcome for you and your business. Tune in as I discuss how important it is to be proactive and not reactive in the current climate. 


Essential learning Points From This Episode:
  • Be proactive and not reactive!
  • Evaluate your current set-up and see if there’s anything you can change
  • Think about what you can continue to do to serve your community and help them
  • Communicate with your team and be the leader they look up to
  • Stay positive and focused on the things you can control


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3 Key Tips to Building a Solid Personal Brand30 Mar 202000:15:04

There are several elements that go into building a personal brand but what many entrepreneurs seem to lose track of is that a personal brand is so much more than a flashy logo or a fancy website. It’s a lot bigger than that. It’s who you are, what you do and what people say about you when you aren’t in the room. 

In this episode, I go back to personal brand basics as I dive into three main aspects you should have in place to build a solid and profitable personal brand. Tune in as I talk about focusing on your existing clients instead of chasing new ones, a few tips on sharing your brand story and a whole lot more. This episode is short and sharp, but it’s definitely one that allows you to take action immediately so get ready to listen and jump to work!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode:
  • How taking care of your existing clients can make an impact on your brand
  • Why you need to put your “story” out there for people to connect with
  • The importance of creating an About Page that serves potential customers
  • Why you shouldn’t build your personal brand and business on rented land
  • Much, much more!


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Handling Stress as an Entrepreneur23 Mar 202000:12:00

The entrepreneurial lifestyle can be quite a rollercoaster ride at times. There are those high points where owning your own business can feel liberating and incredibly rewarding, but a lot of the ride is filled with long hours, hard work and dealing with a lot of stress. 

Whether you stay cool under pressure or stress out easily, every entrepreneur learns to develop their own strategies when coping with stress in order to remain productive and keep burnout at bay. In this episode, I share three quick tips I use when it comes to managing stress and how you can even turn it into an advantage. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode:
  • Using stress to your advantage to approach goals and challenges with innovation
  • Why you need to adjust your perspective when it comes to approaching stress
  • Taking yourself off autopilot every so often to get re-centered and focused
  • The importance of deciding what’s most important to you and yours
  • Much, much more!


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Setting Up Your Day for Success16 Mar 202000:14:03

Have you ever wondered how so many successful entrepreneurs run their businesses, spend quality time with their families and focus on their passion projects with ease? One common thread they all tend to share is a set morning routine to help them prime their day for success.

Up until a few years ago, I never really took the beginning of the day all that seriously myself until meeting Hal Elrod and Amy Landino whose books have completely revolutionized how I start my mornings. In this episode, I talk about the importance of morning routines and share my own six tips that you can use to get ahead of your day. 

Essential Learning Points From This Episode:
  • Why you need to plan for success the night before
  • Why I keep black spaces when I schedule out my day
  • Why I believe all entrepreneurs should keep a notebook beside their beds
  • What I’ve learned so far from tracking my sleep habits and activity
  • Much, much more!



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Why YouTube Should Be in Your 2020 Marketing Strategy09 Mar 202000:12:59

Whether you are a budding content creator or a seasoned marketer that’s looking to give the platform another try, the most recent statistics on YouTube marketing show that it’s not too late to get started with it this year. Honestly speaking, I’ve been pretty guilty of not focusing on it myself over the past few years but I’m making sure that all changes this year. 

In this podcast episode, I talk about how YouTube is continuing to dominate and why personal brand entrepreneurs should consider it as part of their own marketing strategies. I also share how I’ve been planning out my content lately and how my channel’s grown a thousand new subscribers in just one month! Lots of exciting developments and takeaways in this episode, so grab those headphones and get ready to tune in!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode:
  • YouTube is the second largest search engine online
  • It’s not too late to get started with your YouTube journey
  • Why you always need to be creating regular evergreen content
  • What Amy Landino means by creating a hub strategy
  • Much, much more!



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Youpreneur Year in Review and Plans for 202404 Jan 202400:29:29

In this episode, Chris delves into the highlights of 2023 for the Youpreneur brand, including hitting 9 million podcast downloads and launching the brand new 5k Accelerator™ program! He also announces Youpreneur's new Chief Operating Officer, Chloe Ducker, his third book deal, and much more. Tune into the full episode to learn all about what we're working on in the coming year!

Episode Timestamps

  • [01:30] - Hitting the 9 Million Downloads Milestone
  • [06:05] - Launch of the 5K Accelerator
  • [08:52] - Announcement of Third Book Deal
  • [09:55] - Introduction of New COO
  • [12:21] - Changes to the Youpreneur Incubator
  • [16:05] - Introduction of the Youpreneur Engine
  • [19:40] - Live Events Announcement
  • [22:35] - Changes to the Podcast Format

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • The importance of celebrating your wins
  • Lean into your audience's struggles and provide a solution
  • Making big decisions and planning for success
  • One thing you MUST do in 2024 to stand out

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3 Ideas to Make Your Brand Stand Out02 Mar 202000:12:43

Branding can be a tough process but getting your brand to stand out against a crowded landscape can be an even bigger challenge. No matter how unique or niched down you get with your product or service, there will always be stiff competition out there which is why brand differentiation is so important.

On the podcast this week, I share my three ideas on how to help your brand stand out. I also discuss the importance of owning your brand story, making a mark within your own industry and how taking some bold stances can help you attract the best audience for you and repel the rest. Most importantly when it comes to building a brand, there are always learning curves and roadblocks to overcome so don’t be afraid to be bold, get out there and try new things!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode:
  • Why you need to tell your story on a more regular basis
  • Reinventing a category within the niche you are in
  • How big brands use their founder stories as part of their heritage
  • When it comes to branding, don’t be afraid to be bold and stand out
  • Much, much more!



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How to Write Your First Book24 Feb 202000:18:44

Becoming a published author has been a goal I’ve noticed more and more Youpreneurs chasing lately, and for good reason. Getting a book out into the world is one of the most effective expert positioning strategies you can use. 

In this episode, I talk about the writing process itself, the importance of validating your idea and what publishing route you might want to take to get your book out there whether it’s through traditional or self-publishing.

I also share my own personal experiences with writing routines and retreats, what worked best for me and why I decided to go down the self-publishing route myself for my second book, Rise of the Youpreneur. What’s your favorite tip when it comes to writing a book? I’d love to hear it - send me a message over on Instagram at @chrisducker and let me know!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode:
  • When is the best time to get a book out into the world
  • The easiest way to serve up and write a book is to make sure you survey your audience first
  • You don’t have to force yourself into a writing routine if it doesn’t work for you
  • The difference between using traditional versus self-publishing 
  • How to approach your book launch plan
  • Much, much more!


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Building a Speaking Career Into Your Youpreneur Ecosystem17 Feb 202000:22:23

Whether you are speaking to a classroom-sized workshop or taking on the big stage in front of hundreds of people, building your speaking career is a sure-fire way to position yourself as an expert in your field, develop a deeper connection with a brand audience and spread your message...all at the same time. 

If you’ve been thinking about whether you should start hitting stages this year, this episode is all about how you can build a speaking career into your Youpreneur ecosystem. I dive into the basics you’ll need to cover from crafting your talk to getting ready to hit the stage.

I also talk about the different ways you can monetize your speaking career, important things you’ll need to invest in to take your speaking to the next level plus my number one tip when building a slide deck. Get that notepad and pen out, you’re going to need it!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode:
  • Do you even need to build a speaking career to develop your personal brand
  • How you can approach speakers to offer to speak 
  • Different ways you can monetize your speaking career
  • Approaching the free versus the paid speaking model
  • Much, much more!

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