Entrepreneur. Investor. VP of Growth @mightynetworks. Co-Founder of @traditionskills. Formerly head of growth at @kit.
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This is all I think about when I’m not working. Recently moved to a small town because of stuff like this. Where is this?
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Last night I got to spend a couple hours with @nathanbarry at Capital Camp. We’ve been friends for about 10 years now.
I was reminded of the first year we worked together at @ConvertKit. This photo was from the first team retreat that we held.
So many people talk about the early growth of ConvertKit like it was magic. And it felt like it a lot of the time. 20% growth month over month was insane.
But this photo was taken when our team was sitting around answering support tickets because the software had several bugs and we had an outsized number of frustrated customers.
It’s freeing to remember that incredible companies like ConvertKit have gone through phases of intense white water seasons.
Just a simple reminder that other people’s success stories are just part of the story. They are generally the result of sticking through hard times and building the resilience to not give up when things get hard.
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A few reminders for myself today:
It’s ok to feel good in the face of uncertainty.
Feeling afraid isn’t more authentic or honest.
Fear isn’t you, it’s just how you feel.
Fear can teach you some important lessons, if you listen to it.
It’s a myth that others aren’t afraid too
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Just spent over an hour on a call with @nathanbarry. Even though we stopped working together more than 18 months ago, we still do check-ins once in a while. Having friends in business is so rewarding.
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The ability to reframe your disadvantages into advantages is one of the key traits of success.
This is the trailer house where I was born. It was on a sand hill in rural Michigan.
I was embarrassed of this for a very long time.
However, I’ve learned that the things we fear are our biggest disadvantages are actually our greatest assets.
Here are the things I’ve learned are advantages when I used to think where I came from was a disadvantage.
#1 - Figure things out with only what you have.
Resourcefulness is something that I learned at a young age. You have to use what you have to get what you need.
Someone who may have had more privileged starting point might not be able to figure things out the way I can when they have limited resources.
#2 - Not knowing how things “should” work allows you to be innovative.
No one taught me how to be an entrepreneur. I was bitter about this for a long time, but I’ve realized that I do things in unique ways because I’m not stuck doing it the way it’s “supposed” to happen.
#3 - Grit.
Plain and simple. I know how to do hard things because I had to do hard things.
What is something you’ve historically seen as a disadvantage that you could reframe as an advantage?
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I got a chance to see this studio last week. It’s unbelievable.
This is something Nathan told me he wanted to do in 2017. I bet this isn’t the last one he builds.
Shout out to @theKevinShen and team!
Announcing Kit Studios
This is a brand new podcast studio in downtown Boise.
It’s five studios all with a unique look.
Three are set up for in-person podcast interviews, two are for recording courses or remote podcasts.
Available for free to all @ConvertKit customers.
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I would LOVE to talk.
My dream is to restore and convert and old school someday. I was just in Askov, MN and they turned the old middle school into a museum and restaurant.
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Incredible!
It’s one of my favorite parts of living in small towns. The cool old buildings that are not converted to other use.
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It’s Friday! What’s one small victory you had this week?
Mine? I stuck to my eating plan for the entire week.
I think it’s important to celebrate the small victories and Friday is the perfect day to do it.
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Who you choose to surround yourself with is important. The right people allow you to progress exponentially. The wrong people regress you the same way.
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Just a reminder: Not knowing the outcome of something can cause a mental energy drain. It is ok to give yourself some time today to feel that, and no need to feel shame if you need a minute.
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This is going to be a game changer for so many people! Congrats @nathanbarry and team!
Today we're announcing a huge change at @ConvertKit: our new Newsletter Plan which is free for up to 10,000 subscribers.
...and it includes access to Creator Network recommendations.
...and you get a basic welcome automation as well.
We exist to help creators earn a living. I've spent the last decade removing roadblocks for creators to get started and this is a huge step.
We also launched a new website builder with 5 different templates for your newsletter (and 3 more coming soon):
ConvertKit can now:
• host your website
• power your newsletter
• automate your subscriber welcome sequence
• form partnerships with other creators
• sell digital products
...and so much more for free.
So how are we paying for this? Two ways:
1) We're bootstrapped and profitable. We're taking our earnings and reinvesting into the next generation of creators.
2) On this plan we reserve one slot in the recommendations form where we promote a relevant creator.
This has the win-win of giving beginners access to the world-class tools that the biggest creators use (Huberman, Tim Ferriss, Rachel Rodgers, Sahil Bloom, etc) and driving more growth for all creators on ConvertKit.
We built a new Smart Recommendations feature which gives relevant recommendations to each subscriber.
More than 10 years into serving creators we're just getting started.
Stay tuned for another huge announcement on June 6th.
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Before I knew Tim was going to become a partner at @copyblogger we talked about a new approach to content marketing.
I am excited about how we are going to work make this happen for Copyblogger in 2020.
How Copyblogger is Reinventing Content Marketing w/ Darrell Vesterfelt – EP 83 timstodz.com/darrell-vesterf…
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I am really excited to be working with this team and contributing to a kick-ass community in 2019: authentik.com/team/
More to come soon!
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Growing up my parents were transparent about how much they made. It changed my life. I wish we could have more normalized conversations about money.
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A conversation with my buddy @PatFlynn. I’m super stoked on podcasting this year and Pat feels like it’s still an amazing opportunity for growth.
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I'm really excited to be a part of a team who is building powerful tools for podcasters. Check us out:
producthunt.com/posts/fusebo…
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Had a 45 minute jam session with @jeremyutley today. It’s fun to talk shop with people smarter than you.
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Recorded a @copyblogger podcast episode with @brennandunn that will release later this month.
Every time I talk to someone about "advanced" marketing strategies I am reminded how human it is to sell. Excited to share our conversation soon!
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"If you don’t have time to do it right the first time, when will you have time to go back and do it again?" — my dad
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I am chomping at the bit to tell you about a project that is coming in 2019. There is a lot of exciting things coming, in fact. Just a few more days before I can talk about it.
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Had an amazing photoshoot with NBA all-star, Michael Redd, recently. My company, Good People Digital, is building his social media strategy and producing his podcast.
Check out his latest episode featuring @SDinwiddie_25: bit.ly/3ftrusr
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Today is the first day of some really exciting business developments for me. I haven't been this excited (scared) in a long time. It feels really good. Cannot wait to share more very, very soon.
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Fun conversation with @nathanbarry
The Advantage of Email Marketing, Featuring Nathan Barry of ConvertKit ed.gr/cbx21
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I don’t care how productive you are. If you are working on the wrong thing it doesn’t matter.
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Be careful what steps you add to your process. Every step is another point of failure. Keep your process simple and to the point. - @ChrisHufnagel
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A reminder this weekend: Doing nothing, unfortunately, is doing something.
Make sure the something is a continued vote for who you want to be.
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Minneapolis is one of my favorite. People always seem surprised.
cc @nathanbarry on Boise. I agree with that one too
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Hey Nashville friends, I am coming into town to hang out at @nathanbarry event this Friday. You should join me: convertkit.ck.page/products/…
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“You know that the antidote to exhaustion is not necessarily rest? … The antidote to exhaustion is wholeheartedness.”
― David Whyte, Crossing the Unknown Sea
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The best advice I've ever been given is simple, yet I need a constant reminder: Start with the end in mind
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Love hanging out with people smarter than me.
Had a great morning talking shop with @dvest in Sioux Falls. Smart dude.
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Up early sending off investor updates, and prepping for our next round. Raising capital has been one of the most fun things to learn in the year.
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We've been working with @patflynn and the Smart Passive Income team who just launched an incredible community called SPI Pro. They're hosting a free workshop on Tuesday, 8/25 to show the right way to launch a successful membership community. Register now: bit.ly/2CNZSB7.
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I had the privilege of working with @SDinwiddie_25 and team on a project that just launched yesterday. My company helped by developing this kickass website. Check it out: projectdream.io
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“Different is better than better. Different doesn't try to turn you into something else. Different allows you to highlight the singular traits you already have within you.” -@SallyHogshead
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People say “be in the right place at the right time”. They are right; so show up every time you say you will, and the right time/place will happen sooner. — My good friend @ChrisHufnagel. If you aren't on his newsletter, you really need to sign up.
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My friend @BarrettABrooks is teaching a wonderful workshop on Friday on the topic of finding meaning work.
I already have the job if my dreams, but I know so many who don’t. I signed up because I know Barrett always has great wisdom to share. Sign up:
barrettbrooks.ck.page/produc…
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Since this time last year the @by_goodpeople team has grown by 14 people! We are adding someone else to our team. This person will work directly with @ChrisHufnagel as a Project Manager on our Production Team. Know someone?
mygoodpeople.com/jobs/projec…
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In a fixed capacity business, you shouldn’t negotiate. Unless you cannot fill your capacity, then you lower your price to fill open capacity.
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A lot of people want to be leaders. What is the most important aspect of being a leader?
The willingness of someone to follow you.
Insight, vision, or ideas without the ability to influence doesn’t make you a leader.
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Proud to be a part of teams like this. I have the best clients.
The team at SPI worked hard all day to put this together for those in need today. All business related items to help you during this time, including my books and courses (now free, too). Kudos to the entire team for stepping up! bit.ly/3d5A94B
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My company is growing. If you know anyone who is interested in a part-time, entry-level position at a kick-ass company, send this to them.
And as always, if you need a kick-ass website send me a message. We can do some pretty exciting things for you:
goodpeopledigital.com/custom…
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If you are a designer, you need this!
Just a quick reminder that my Web Typography course special launch promo ends today!
👇👇👇
rafaltomal.com/design-class-…
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“The fear of being different prevents most people from seeking new ways to solve their problems.”
Robert Kiyosaki
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Some really solid advice here:
"When I think an idea might not work, or will take too long I set a 5 minute timer. I spend those 5 minutes trying the idea. At the end of 5 minutes I know enough to decide if it is worth pursuing." — @ChrisHufnagel
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Working with @ChrisHufnagel has been one of the greatest pleasures of 2018 for me.
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“Once we remove the blocks, the flow moves in.” — Julia Cameron (@J_CameronLive)
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It’s the most important part when it’s the most important part, but I’m not sure it’s always most important.
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Really cool to have Ramit on the pod!
Tim: "I fear sometimes that on the internet...there’s a mentality that attention spans are really short..."
Ramit: "Yeah, that’s a lie."
Read about long copy, conversion, & split-testing subject lines
@TimStodz interviews me on @copyblogger podcast
copyblogger.com/ramit-sethi/
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