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The Scaling UP PodcastStreamlining Operations For Explosive Growth with Yong Kim and Erica QuigleyYou'll never scale up...if your operations aren't in order. If you feel like your growth is two steps forward, then one step back, this episode is for you. Today Yong Kim sits down with Erica Quigley, CEO of Poka-Yoke Solutions and a business operations expert, to explore what it takes to streamline your business operations so you can scale up. Erica shares essential strategies to prioritize strategic initiatives amid daily demands, how AI can transform communication, and boosting workflow efficiency.
To visit with Yong about being on the show or learn more about what he does as Fractional Chief R...2024-11-1133 min
The Scaling UP PodcastAvoiding Disaster as You Scale – Cybersecurity Done Right with Yong Kim and Tony ChiappettaScaling up your business can come to a screeching halt when faced with a cybersecurity issue. Unfortunately, many companies never fully recover from the loss of funds, reputation, and growth. In this episode, we welcome Tony Chiappetta, president of CHIPS and a cybersecurity expert who has successfully re-engineered a solution originally designed for the U.S. federal government, now making a global impact on small and medium-sized businesses. Join us as Tony shares practical strategies and real-world examples that every business leader needs to know to safeguard their organization's future while scaling up.
To...2024-09-1647 minThe Scaling UP PodcastAvoiding Disaster as You Scale – Cybersecurity Done Right with Yong Kim and Tony ChiappettaScaling up your business can come to a screeching halt when faced with a cybersecurity issue. Unfortunately, many companies never fully recover from the loss of funds, reputation, and growth. In this episode, we welcome Tony Chiappetta, president of CHIPS and a cybersecurity expert who has successfully re-engineered a solution originally designed for the U.S. federal government, now making a global impact on small and medium-sized businesses. Join us as Tony shares practical strategies and real-world examples that every business leader needs to know to safeguard their organization's future while scaling up.
To visit w...2024-09-1647 minThe Scaling UP PodcastAI vs. C-Suite, Friend or Foe? With Yong Kim and Ab DeWeeseShould business leaders use AI themselves or trust their experience and keep it 100% human? The answer to smart scaling may surprise you. Today I'm joined by Fractional AI Officer Ab DeWeese. Ab has a background in theoretical physics, pure and applied mathematics, and software engineering. He retired from his first business at just 37. He's also a polymath, physics PhD candidate, and angel investor. Most recently he’s been guiding C-level leaders toward massive success using AI.
To visit with Yong about being on the show or learn more about what he does as Fractional Ch...2024-09-0239 minThe Scaling UP PodcastAI vs. C-Suite, Friend or Foe? With Yong Kim and Ab DeWeeseShould business leaders use AI themselves or trust their experience and keep it 100% human? The answer to smart scaling may surprise you. Today I'm joined by Fractional AI Officer Ab DeWeese. Ab has a background in theoretical physics, pure and applied mathematics, and software engineering. He retired from his first business at just 37. He's also a polymath, physics PhD candidate, and angel investor. Most recently he’s been guiding C-level leaders toward massive success using AI.
To visit with Yong about being on the show or learn more about what he does as Fractional Chief Revenue Officer please visit: https://cont...2024-09-0239 minThe Scaling UP PodcastJoe Mindak’s Networking Revolution with Yong KimEver wondered how a simple act of connecting people can turn into a thriving business model? In this episode of "Scaling Up," Yong Kim dives deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Joe Mindak, the mastermind behind the Connective Networking Group and the innovative Nolodex platform. Get ready to uncover the secrets of transforming networking into a powerful business tool that not only brings in significant revenue but also revolutionizes the way people connect.
To visit with Yong about being on the show or learn more about what he does as Fractional Chief Revenue Officer please visit: https://contact.t...2024-07-2929 minThe Scaling UP PodcastJoe Mindak's Networking Revolution with Yong KimEver wondered how a simple act of connecting people can turn into a thriving business model? In this episode of "Scaling Up," Yong Kim dives deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Joe Mindak, the mastermind behind the Connective Networking Group and the innovative Nolodex platform. Get ready to uncover the secrets of transforming networking into a powerful business tool that not only brings in significant revenue but also revolutionizes the way people connect.
To visit with Yong about being on the show or learn more about what he does as Fractional Chief Revenue Officer...2024-07-2929 min
First Class Founders: Creators | Solopreneurs | Personal HoldCo8 Unconventional Truths I Learned in 8 Years of EntrepreneurshipE73: Not many know it, but a lot of aspiring business owners run the risk of making expensive mistakes that could put their goals on hold before they ever take off. So, today, host Yong-Soo Chung (@YongSooChung) shares eight important things he learned over eight years of building three businesses from the ground up. He shares how to have an exponential growth mindset, hire carefully, know when to switch between growth and preservation modes and build a strong environment for your company. On today’s episode, you’ll learn:- Growth vs. Preservation...2024-02-2825 min
The Bootstrapped Founder296: Yong-Soo Chung — Surviving Serial EntrepreneurshipYong-Soo Chung (@yongsoochung) is a champion of the Personal Holding Company: he owns several businesses, a media company, eCommerce, and a service provider among them. How does one stay sane with that much work in such diverse fields? He shares his survival framework and much more on the show today.I talk to Yong-Soo about hiring the right people to operate your business once it's outgrown you, if he would ever sell his money-making assets, and just how important it is to have your own distinct voice in a world full of best practices.Looking...2024-02-2155 min
First Class Founders: Creators | Solopreneurs | Personal HoldCoHow to Find Your Next Million Dollar Business IdeaE62: Ever scratch your head wondering what business you should start next? Yeah, we've all been there.Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) takes us on a solo flight as he unravels the simple decision-making process that led him to create his successful businesses. From his venture into startups after Wall Street to the unexpected success of Urban EDC. He shares his invaluable insights and practical advice on identifying micro and macro forces to help you succeed, validating business ideas, and creating your luck in entrepreneurship.On today’s episode, you’ll learn:- Finding Your...2023-12-1324 min
First Class Founders: Creators | Solopreneurs | Personal HoldCoHarnessing the Power of Twitter: How to Attract and Connect with Your Target Audience (BONUS)E54:Ever felt like a stranger at a party where everyone else knows each other? That's how Yong-Soo Chung felt when he first ventured onto X. Yong-Soo Chung stepped into X with 400 followers, hoping for connections and recognition. But instead, he found himself feeling isolated and alienated. Moreover, sharing personal tales became a venture fraught with vulnerability and fear of judgment.On today's bonus episode, host Joe Casabona (@jcasabona) unpacks Yong-Soo Chung's (@YongSooChung) journey, from feeling overwhelmed on X to successfully monetizing his hobbies. Not only does he share his story but offers...2023-10-2045 min
First Class Founders: Creators | Solopreneurs | Personal HoldCoThe Rise of Personal Holding Companies: Exploring the Future of EntrepreneurshipE53: Have you ever considered setting up a business structure that could save you taxes, protect your assets, and offer countless financial advantages?Picture this. One day, you wake up to see your bank account flooded with cash from your startup's exit. The question isn't about the money anymore; it's about what you do next. Do you jump into another startup, take a sabbatical, become an angel investor, or advise up-and-coming entrepreneurs? I've found a strategy that worked wonders for me even before I hit my jackpot - the Personal Holding Company.Today, host Yong-Soo...2023-10-1830 min
First Class Founders: Creators | Solopreneurs | Personal HoldCoThe Power of Leverage: The Hidden Strategy Behind the Richest People In the WorldE51: Why is it that the richest people in the world work the same hours as we do, yet they make way more money than we do? What are they doing differently? The answer lies in the concept of leverage.Today, host Yong-Soo Chung (@YongSooChung) takes us on a journey to uncover the secret behind the immense wealth and success of these successful entrepreneurs and reveals how they have been using leverage differently.Get ready to discover how you might be wasting valuable leverage without even realizing it!On today’s episode, you’ll l...2023-10-0421 min
First Class Founders: Creators | Solopreneurs | Personal HoldCoDon't Make The Same Mistakes I Did — What I Wish I Knew About Content Creation and Personal BrandingE49: Have you ever wondered why your content isn't hitting the mark? You're putting in all the hard work, creating content day in and day out, yet it feels like you're just shouting into the wind. Frustrating, right?I get it. Because I've been there. I thought that just putting out great content would be enough to make me a success. But boy, was I wrong! I soon found myself posting into the void, while other creators seemingly effortlessly thrived. It was disheartening, to say the least.Today, host Yong-Soo Chung (@YongSooChung) is taking a...2023-09-2032 min
First Class Founders: Creators | Solopreneurs | Personal HoldCoWhat the Best Creators Have in Common: Attracting Audiences, Making Your Own Luck, and Building a Strong NetworkE45: Have you ever wondered what sets successful founders and creators apart from the rest? The reality is, many budding entrepreneurs grapple with uncertainty, indecision, and the fear of failure. It's like navigating a maze blindfolded. Entrepreneurship isn't a walk in the park. It's a rollercoaster ride filled with challenges, doubts, and uncertainties. Today, host Yong-Soo Chung (@YongSooChung) shares his hard-earned insights, drawn from his own experience and other creators he's studied over the past year.On today’s episode, you’ll learn:- Mastering the Entrepreneurial Mindset- The Power of Deliberate Practice and...2023-08-2333 min
First Class Founders: Creators | Solopreneurs | Personal HoldCoNewsletter Growth Secrets: Don't Make These Costly MistakesE35: Today, I am sharing my learnings growing my newsletter. I'll tell you five key lessons from my journey to getting 3,000 subscribers in just 5 months for the First Class Founders newsletter so that you don't have make costly mistakes.I'll lay out specific and actionable tips about what to look for while promoting your newsletter, how to spend your money wisely, where to spend your money wisely, and the one thing you need to have in your branding and messaging.Let's get down to business!***SPONSOR: I love using Riverside.f...2023-06-1431 min
2X eCommerce PodcastSE8 EP05: Urban EDC Product Drop Strategy Elicits Continuous Novelty w/ Yong-Soo ChungOn today’s episode, Kunle is joined by Yong-Soo Chung, Founder of Urban Every Day Carry, a business and community supporting creative makers and designers of knives from all over the world. Inspired by the families of his high school classmates whose parents were C-level executives working in big companies and being a South Korean immigrant in a white-dominated private school, Yong-Soo was driven to start a company one day. A few years later, he built not just one but four ventures or businesses. He did not just build a money-making business but also built a c...2023-03-071h 08
Tey Yong QingHartanah Pelaburan Malaysia - Tey Yong QingKajian Sentimen Pengguna Malaysia yang berpangkalan di Singapura, Tey Yong Qing mendapati bahawa 53% rakyat Malaysia sedang mempertimbangkan untuk membeli harta kediaman sebagai pelaburan untuk melindungi diri mereka daripada inflasi.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tey-yong-qing/message2022-04-1603 minTey Yong QingTey Yong Qing - Pelabur semakin teruja tentang amanah pelaburan hartanah (REITs) sekali lagi.Menurut Tey Yong Qing, REIT ialah pelaburan awam. Iaitu, firma hartanah mengeluarkan saham mereka untuk dibeli oleh orang ramai. Tey Yong Qing ialah ejen hartanah berlesen dan pengurus hartanah.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tey-yong-qing/message2022-03-1504 minTey Yong QingTey Yong Qing - Prices & High Interest Rates Impact Real Estate Investments?According to Tey Yong Qing High-interest rates increase the interest rate on loans incurred by real estate investors and developers. These disrupt their cash flow, leading to low share price growth
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tey-yong-qing/message2022-03-1104 minTey Yong QingTey Yong Qing - New properties Launched in JohorThere are many new properties developed and equipped with great luxury. Do any of them pick your fancy? Contact Tey Yong Qing to get more information on your preferred estate.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tey-yong-qing/message2022-03-0204 minTey Yong QingTey Yong Qing-MLM Market and Analysis ReportTey Yong Qing says This analysis examines the current situation of the MLM market, as well as its development prospects and other critical factors in all of the country's key markets. It contains a massive amount of market data gathered through a variety of primary and secondary research methods. Various systematic procedures were used to reduce the data in this report on a business basis.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tey-yong-qing/message2022-02-2505 minTey Yong QingTey Yong Qing | Malaysia Housing Market And Property UpdateAccording to Tey Yong Qing after the Malaysian government implemented total lockdown as a means to curb the spread of the Covid19 virus.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tey-yong-qing/message2022-02-2205 minTey Yong QingTey Yong Qing-The Sales Of Real Estate In The MetaverseMetaverse has become very popular among investors, tech lovers and crypto users. Due to this, there has been an increased demand for virtual real estate. Land property that has a similar market as that of the real world. Last year according to analytics firm and investors metaverse real estate sales reached $500 million and is expected to double this year. The transition of Facebook to Meta last year contributed to the increase in price and sales of virtual property. The virtual land is a plot of digital space in a metaverse that can be bought. Plots of land in some...2022-02-1504 minTey Yong QingHow To Make Money As A Real Estate InvestorAccording to Tey Yong Qing, the real estate business is a thriving business venture for investors, buyers, and sellers. Tey Yong Qing is a seasoned real estate agent and manager. He has successfully helped clients lease or sell their properties for many years.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tey-yong-qing/message2022-02-1105 minTey Yong QingTey Yong Qing — How The Pandemic Continue To Fuel Commercial Real Estate GrowthDuring the pandemic there were sectors of commercial real estate that hit an all-time high with steady activity, says Tey Yong Qing. Retail spaces for pharmacies and grocery stores, warehouses for companies or businesses that are into e-commerce, and self-storage facilities are sectors that have remained active. What then should we expect in the commercial real estate market as an investor planning to invest in the real estate market.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tey-yong-qing/message2022-02-0204 minTey Yong QingTey Yong Qing | How The Real Estate Industry Can Make A Recovery in 2022Real estate is one of the best forms of investment anyone can venture into. It's an investment that gives great returns for years to come when done correctly. Because shelter is a necessity for humans, real estate will always be in demand. Like every other sector, there may be some high and low moments in the industry. This doesn't erase the strong influence of real estate investment In people's lives.
According to Tey Yong Qing, "the previous year was a difficult year for the property sector because of the epidemics." Tey Yong Qing is an expert in...2022-01-2805 minTey Yong QingTey Yong Qing Explains Recovery of Malaysian Real Estate SectorAccording to real estate agent Tey Yong Qing, the new budget didn't include investment plans. The budget only lowered the tax imposed on property sales and nothing more
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Tey Yong QingTey Yong Qing Explains How Money Chases Real EstateAccording to Tey Yong Qing, the pandemic caused many people to need bigger space. Real estate agents, brokers, and sellers had to change their strategies. The old method and old models were no longer working. Buyers' tastes have gradually changed.
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Tey Yong QingTey Yong Qing Explains COVID And Real EstateTey Yong Qing, a property manager, and real estate agent elaborates on the effect of COVID on real estate. The steps to take to purchase a new home are different from before. This podcast brings to light the changes that have occurred in real estate due to COVID.
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Tey Yong QingTey Yong Qing Explains If The Omicron Variant Discourage Home BuyersAccording to Tey Yong Qing, the Omicron variant will not stop or discourage property buyers in 2022 because it won’t last long. Even if new or other viruses emerge in the future we will always find a way to deal with them.
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Tey Yong QingTey Yong Qing Talks About Rising Property PricesAccording to Tey Yong Qing when there is an increase in costs of construction or material it will always affect the selling price. The developer will have to include the cost one way or the other to respect buyers or consumers.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tey-yong-qing/message2022-01-0604 minTey Yong QingTey Yong Qing Talks About Rising Property PricesAccording to Tey Yong Qing, any increase in material or construction costs will eventually affect the selling price. The developer will pass on the cost to the respective consumers or buyers in some way.
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Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattSeason 5 FinaleWith 60 episodes, Season 5 of the Amplify Your Awesome™ Podcast is coming a close. In this solo episode, Yong shares:Why Season 5 is ending nowWhat's on the horizon for Season 6Projects and behind-the-scenes of what's in store for you in Q4 2021.Get Season 6 updates, more behind the scenes, and grab Yong's Content Gold Mining Maps & Audio Series while they're still free at www.yongpratt.com/355 Be sure to come share your biggest takeaways from this episode inside Yong's FB Community, the Arena of Awesome.2021-08-2630 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattIncorporating Core Values into Your Content0:00 When you think back to your childhood, were there topics that were taboo in your family? Today's guest, Judy Tsuei, is someone who helps other people dive into some of these taboo topics. We're going to talk about maybe how we can start to lean in, pay attention, and really uncover these stories and move on from them. 1:16 About Judy Tsuei2:26 Judy’s path to discovering Human Design and living as a Generator.4:01 Yong’s Human Design discovery and being a Projector as an impatient person.4:50 How discov...2021-08-1943 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattUsing Your Energy and Values to Create Content Mindfully0:00 Have you ever lost your uniqueness when creating content in your business? If so, you'll want to lean in and take a really good listen to today's episode, because our expert guest is going to share how she creates content mindfully in alignment with her energy and values, and how you can do the same. 1:25 About today’s guest, Marisa Raymond2:22 How Marisa found her way to becoming a playful parent coach, amongst all the other things she does.9:05 On identity and accountability 10:22 How Marisa and Yong met...2021-07-2937 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattLeaving a Legacy with a Podcast0:00 If you've ever thought about starting your own podcast, but weren't sure if it would actually help your business, you'll want to pay particular attention to today's interview. Erin Cooney is joining us today to share insights into her podcast, and how her podcast got her featured in an international magazine. 1:05 About today’s guest, Erin Cooney2:00 How Yong and Erin first connected. Yong’s Podcast in a Weekend™ Class and how it helped Erin launch her own podcast which has now been featured in an international magazine.2:32 From dance, gymnast...2021-07-2232 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattHow To Make More Money WITHOUT Selling More0:00 When it comes to your business, do you know your numbers? Do you really know them when it comes to making buying decisions, hiring decisions, or whether or not to add new programs or services to your business? Today's guest is going to help us demystify the numbers inside of our business because she is someone who eats bookkeeping for breakfast.2:28 Candie’s backstory and how she got to helping business owners with the numbers in their businesses. 4:20 The realization Candie made that’s helped her get where she is today.2021-07-0832 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattStop Doing *THIS* to Get New Clients and What to Do Instead0:00 Have you ever been scrolling through your newsfeed and you saw a post that made you literally stop your scroll? This happened to me recently, and I wanted to share why I stopped my scroll and why I decided to share the story with you on the podcast today. 1:23 Why Yong has been embracing the good, the bad, and the ugly in business and sharing it with you here on the podcast. 2:15 How learning her Human Design helped Yong share her real self more openly and authentically, even though the fear still rises. 2021-07-0119 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattRealigning Our Relationship With Stuff0:01 Do you ever find yourself looking around wondering at just how much stuff you have accumulated over the years? What about all that stuff you store online digitally? Is it organized? Is it efficient? Today's guest, Paul Sockett, is here to shed some light on streamlining our stuff in the spaces around us. 1:32 About Paul Sockett: Paul is a storyteller. He's a creator, a professional actor, and a voice artist. He's also a coach who helps people streamline their lives and re-align with their story. And the stories that he helps us redefine or realign and how...2021-06-2438 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattDon't Hire a Social Media Manager Before You Do *THIS*0:00 Have you ever been tempted to hire someone to create all of your social media graphics for you? Or even someone to just manage all your social media content so you don't have to? Yeah, me too. As someone that used to help other business owners create copious amounts of content to share on social media, I've learned that hiring out this task without having what I'm going to share with you today on the podcast, is a complete waste of money. 1:22 The inspiration for today’s episode 2:14 Yong’s cautionary tale of outsou...2021-06-0320 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattMy 3-Step Framework to Turn Content into Cash0:03 As a transformation maker - a coach, a consultant, a course creator - you're creating an awful lot of content. Let me ask you a very candid question. Does all of that content equal cash for you? 0:23 Until fairly recently, Yong didn’t have a process for monetizing her content. Because she had so much content out there, there was not a lot of reason for people to actually hire her to help them do the things that I was teaching because they could go figure it all out for free. 1:21 What Yong did i...2021-05-2736 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattContent Gold Mining Versus "Gary Vee" Style Content Repurposing0:01 I fell for it. Hook, line, and sinker. I was once drawn into the world where MORE became my motto. I wore it like a badge of honor. I was always striving to be more, do more and create more. I stopped listening to the many signs my body was telling me to slow down on my quest for more. Ignoring those signals, landed me in the hospital for test after test, and ultimately being sent home, hooked to a heart monitor for days. The allure of more is a strong force, and few make it out unscathed. In...2021-05-2121 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattRemembering to Celebrate AccomplishmentsHow often do you remember to celebrate your accomplishments?This episode almost *didn't* happen because of what Yong learned as child...that celebrating AKA bragging was not something that was to be done.Discover the event Yong created a year ago to be a resource for small business owners during the beginning of COVID-19 and how you can get access to the event as a gift.Just comment SUMMIT underneath the video version of this episode inside the Arena of Awesome, Yong's FB Community.It's THE place...2021-04-0918 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattThere's GOLD in them thar hills!!!0:00 What does the Leprechaun's pot of gold at the end of the rainbow have to do with your content? Well today on the Amplify Your Awesome™ podcast, we're going to dive into this very topic. 1:34 If you missed last week’s episode, press pause and go take a listen 2:45 How the feedback from last week plus St Paddy’s Day inspired today’s episode3:34 Monetizing your Content Gold Mine 3:55 Why helping you mine for the gold in your content is so personal for Yong5:23 Wanna see th...2021-03-2517 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattChocolate Bars, M&Ms, and YOUR Content0:00 Chocolate bars, M&Ms, and your content? What do they have in common? Today you're going to find out that your content has more in common with chocolate bars and M&Ms than you may have thought possible. Are you ready to dive into this delicious episode? 2:05 Update on Yong’s 5 AM Club Experiment 7:24 Your primary content = one chocolate bar. How many do you have?8:06 The forgotten chocolate9:01 Do you have all your chocolate bars in one convenient location? 9:31 Chocolate squares to share2021-03-1831 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattAmplifying Your Awesomeness at 5 AM?!?0:00 Is it really possible to amplify more of your awesomeness by getting up at 5 am? Well, on today's episode of the podcast, I want to take you behind the scenes of what I've learned about the 5 am Club and how I'm doing with my experiment to join the club. 1:06 Why Yong is peeling back the curtain and sharing her messy middle and why you might consider doing the same2:23 What is the 5 AM Club? 2:58 From night owl to middle of the pack sleeper to early riser3:43 How the...2021-03-1126 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattColor Psychology and Visibility0:00 Discover the reasons behind our color rebrand and why it’s happening inside my Facebook Community, Arena of Awesome2:10 Meet today’s guest, Visibility and Publicity Expert, Michelle Lewis.2:53 The surprising results from digging into color psychology inside my FB Group3:22 “I don't think color psychology is focused on enough in our industry. Things are so revolved around us being told to choose the expression of ourselves in our brand, especially with our color and this conversation is to totally contradict that.”4:05 Michelle’s pre-business life in Hollywood2021-03-0426 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattCelebrating Birthday and Anniversary Week0:02 Today, I celebrate another trip around the sun and the one-year anniversary of Amplify Your Awesome™1:51 Why Yong is recording this episode LIVE inside her FB Community, Arena of Awesome3:49 A quick overview of Human Design 4:33 Being a projector, energy, and leaning into gifts 5:51 “Human Design has really helped me to understand that it's okay to do things my own way. I don't have to follow the rules. When I break the rules and do things my own way and show up as my goofy...2021-02-1828 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattFrom Performing Arts Studio Owner to Dr. Content Part 1[0:00] Welcome to episode number 300 of the Amplify Your Awesome™ podcast. Today you're going to learn Yong’s number one tip for building a business build around everything that makes you so awesome. [0:55] The backstory to episode 300 [1:42] Who is Yong Pratt anyway??? [2:59] Why Yong wants you to stop the insanity and embrace easy [3:28] The REAL reason this podcast is now celebrating its 300th episode [4:17] Yong’s #1 Tip for building a business that stays true to the real you and allows all your awesome to shine through 2020-09-2808 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattWill the REAL you please stand up???0:00 May I have your attention, please? Will the real YOU please stand up? Today on the podcast, I'm going to start sharing my journey to building a business based on my unique gifts, talents and expertise, rather than someone else's. 0:55 Something big is coming September 28, 2020!!!0:59 Leading up to the 28th, I'll be sharing stories here on the podcast that I've kept locked away for literally years. 1:39 Join Yong on her quest to build this business based around who she REALLY is...2:31 Once upon a time...20 years ago…2020-09-0812 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattContent Repurposing Roundup0:00 If you're a business owner, and you're not yet repurposing the content you're already creating, you may be missing out on a big opportunity to connect with more of the right people and bring more people into your tribe. Stick around my friends because we're diving into the best of content repurposing, here on episode number 292 of the Amplify Your Awesome™ podcast. 2:33 Today’s episode is a Round-Up of the Best repurposing episodes of the podcast so that you have a central go-to location for all your repurposing needs...2020-08-2618 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong Pratt3 Steps To Start Repurposing Your Content Today0:00 If you're ready to get more out of the content you are already creating you, my friends, are in the right place. Today on the podcast, we're going to dive into three steps to go through to start repurposing your awesome content today. 1:14 Your Content, no matter the form (books, blogs, videos, podcasts) is the greatest asset in your business. Repurposing it can help you attract the right people and repel those that aren’t a good fit.Wanna dive into content specific episodes? Check out the episodes below:284 - Con...2020-08-1521 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong Pratt5 Easy Ways to Gain More Readers for Your Book(s)0:00 If you're an author or an aspiring author, and you're looking for easy ways to get more people to read your book, you're in the right place because today I'm going to be sharing five easy ways to get more readers for your books. 0:17 Welcome to this live recording of the Amplify Your Awesome™ podcast with host, Yong Pratt AKA Dr. Content 0:53 If you’re an author, share your book(s) at www.yongpratt.com/290 1:44 Author shout-outs. Check out awesome books by fellow authors4:16 Yong will be purcha...2020-08-0822 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattGet More Eyeballs On Your Videos With These 3 Tips0:00 If you're looking to get more eyeballs on the awesome videos that you are creating for your business, stick around because I have three tips on how to repurpose your existing videos in order to reach more people and have more people get to know, like, and trust you with your videos. 1:09 Today we are going to talk about three ways to get more eyeballs on your videos because if you're investing time, energy, and money to create videos for your business, you want to get as many eyeballs on those videos as possible. ...2020-08-0118 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattPodcast Repurposing: 3 Easy Tips0:00 When you hear the words simple or easy, what comes to mind?0:11 As a recovering over-complicating-everything perfectionist, I can say that when I hear those words, it sometimes triggers some pretty strong emotions. What about you? 1:08 Simple and easy sometimes don't really seem possible because sometimes society tells us that to get something done, to get something done well, to do the next thing, it takes a lot of hard work. It takes a lot of hustle. It takes a lot of effort.2:46 You’re spending time and money creating every...2020-07-2521 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong Pratt3 Super Simple Ways to Repurpose Blog Posts0:03 If you're a blogger, or you're looking to start a blog, it's super important to get the most leverage the most traction out of every single blog post you create so you don’t waste time and money. 0:25 But here's the thing about blogs...Not everyone likes to read So what's a blogger to do?0:45 Bloggers need to turn those awesome posts into different forms of content through a process called repurposing and it can be done in as little as 15 minutes 1:21 Welcome to this live recording of Episode 287 of the...2020-07-1821 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattRaising Entrepreneurs0:02 Have you ever thought about hiring your own kids or even someone else's to work inside your business?0:12 Most business owners are surprised when Yong inquires about including their kids in their business 0:36 Today’s Topic: 3 Reasons Why Kids are often the most overlooked assets inside any business and how including your kiddos, or again, someone else's if you don't have kids at home at the moment how helping them and train them is really all about training up and raising the next generation of entrepreneurs. 1:07 Welcome to Episode 285 of the...2020-07-0425 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong Pratt5 Must Listen Audiobooks[0:00] Have you ever had an experience where you listen to a book, or maybe you read a book and you had an instant moment of clarity? [0:09] An Aha?An insight that you couldn't quite grasp up until that moment in time, and all of a sudden, there it was spoken aloud or typed on a page? Well, today I'm going to share with you five must read or must listen books that have delivered a ton of moments, just like the ones I shared.[0:49] Discover how Yong likes to geek out ;) [1...2020-06-1321 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattRecession-proofing your business part 6: Teach what you know[0:00] Have you ever experienced a challenge that you've overcome? What about the skills you've learned in the process of mastering something in your business, or your personal life? Do the people around you ask questions about something that comes easily to you? [0:17] If so, you'll definitely want to stick around as we dive into this final part of our recession-proofing your business miniseries. Today, we're talking about teaching what you know to others, and how it can quickly become a profit center in your business.[1:13] Over the past five episodes, we've been building u...2020-05-3013 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattRecession-proofing Your Business Part 3: Podcasting with Yong Pratt[00:06] What if you had a way to reach people with your message 24 hours a day seven days a week? What if you could serve people across the globe even if you run a local brick and mortar business? And what if people had the ability to get to know, like, and trust you at their fingertips and could take your message with them everywhere they went? Would you want to know the secret? Well, good news! Today on episode number two hundred seventy-eight of the Amplify Your Awesome™ podcast, we're diving into how you, too, can have everything I just...2020-05-0712 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattIncreasing productivity and time management with rhythm calendars[0:03] Now that you know where you're spending time by doing your time tracking experiment, and you've learned to take those activities and put them on your calendar into blocks of time to be more productive, the next step in the process is to create something called a rhythm calendar. And in today's episode of the Amplify Your Awesome™ podcast, we're going to dive into creating a weekly rhythm, a monthly rhythm and a yearly rhythm, so that your calendars, can be set up and ready to go to help you be more efficient in your business. [0:42] Be...2020-04-1619 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong Pratt3 S's to Focus on in your business right now[0:45] What are you working on inside your business right now? [2:54] The first ask you can focus on right now and how using live video may work the best [3:33] Through April 15, 2020, you can get free access to Yong’s Super 7 Live Video Challenge if you’re looking to get started are be more consistent with live video: www.yongpratt.com/super7 [6:15] The second S to focus on right now [7:36] Why having the second S in place is crucial now and will become critical once things are back to normal...2020-04-0923 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattHelping Our Kids Navigate This New Norm Using Technlogy[0:00] Welcome to this bonus episode of The Amplify your awesome podcast. This episode was really inspired by a lot of conversations that I've had lately, with parents and other entrepreneurs, really getting together to brainstorm ways we can show up and serve at a higher level when people need us most. [0:21] This episode is focused on our kids, and empowering them and equipping them with skills that are really techie, nerdy a little bit, but skills nonetheless that they can start to explore these days, especially because there's an outpouring from the greater community at large, w...2020-04-0718 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattWhy We're Rebranding0:00] Have you ever created a product, a service, a program or even a business? And in the beginning, you were so proud and so excited to share your baby with the world? [0:12] Then at some point, you realize that something's not quite right. There's just something amiss. You've missed the mark, and you can't quite pinpoint it. What do you do? [0:26] Well, you continue business as usual, serving your clients to the best of your abilities. And then one day, seemingly out of the blue. The answer hits you. [0:37] That's exa...2020-01-2405 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattWhat's your word for 2020?[0:00] Have you noticed an abundance of posts and stories all about choosing a word for this new year? [0:21] On episode number 253, we’re going to dive into the reasons you may want to choose a word, you’ll find out what Yong’s word is and the super exciting things coming your way in 2020. [1:55] Have you chosen a word for 2020? Let us know [2:11] Why you would even want to choose a word for 2020. [2:28] Yong’s process for chosing a word for the year [3:11] Do...2020-01-0316 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattWhat's Your Harvest Strategy[0:02] Do you make it a point to celebrate your wins intentionally? [0:08] Most business owners don’t. They hit their goal and move on quickly to the next one. [0:21] Today’s strategy is an intentional way you can use to get the most out of celebrating those wins and acknowledging your accomplishments [1:05] How a recent conversation following Yong’s monthly interviews with Hani Mourra sparked the topic of today’s strategy [3:25] How learning to systematize her business led to the creation of Harvest Strategies within her business[3:55] W...2019-12-2609 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattHow much time could you save by planning?[0:02] How much time are you budgeting for planning out your day, your week, your month or even your years?[0:12] How much time to spend on your podcast plan and strategy? [0:30] Today, Yong’s sharing 4 types of planning you need for your business and podcast, why they’re important, and examples of each one. [0:57] At the end of the episode, Yong’s going to share something special she’s been working on to help YOU take what you'll learn today to plan out your first or next quarter of your podcast. [1:54...2019-12-2125 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattThere's still time to launch your podcast THIS decade![0:05] It's the end of the decade as we know it and I feel fine...I don't know about you but I definitely want to end the year, feeling more than, fine.[1:32] Have you thought about how you want to wrap up this year?[1:59] Do you slow down when it gets close to the end of the year? [2:05] Let’s make a pact to not slow down as the year comes to a close. Let’s celebrate YOUR podcast as we raise our glasses on New Year’s Eve. [2:55...2019-11-2116 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattWhat legacy do you want to leave?[0:04] Yesterday, on my weekly Wednesday live on Facebook, I asked you the question, "What legacy Do you want to leave?"[0:13] Legacy isn’t something that most of us think about all that often. [0:27] It’s time to think beyond goals and think legacy...are you ready? [1:21] If you're just starting out on your podcasting journey, grab Yong’s free guide: 11 Stunningly Simple Secrets to Launch your Podcast Today at www.yongpratt.com/247 [1:56] Podcast planning and philosophical questions [2:08] Is it worth it? [2:30] Am I making a...2019-11-1508 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattIncreasing your visibility with podcast guesting[0:03] If you've ever thought about being a guest on someone else's podcast but weren't sure how to begin, or whether or not it was advantageous for you and your business, stick around.[0:43] Today we are talking about being on the other side of the mic as a guest. Before that, Yong shares a few stories of the Gremlins that have appeared since week’s episode,“What to do when the gremlins come and play.” [1:47] The Gremlins that came to play when Yong and Angie sat down to record...2019-11-0829 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattWhat to do when the gremlins arrive[0:03] When it comes to technology, it's inevitable that Gremlins will come out and play. Today we're going to dive into strategies you can put into place right away whenever those Gremlins come to play.[1:06] Happy Halloween, and welcome to episode number 245 of the In a Weekend Podcast. I'm your host, Yong Pratt, and I help female business owners launch their podcasts in as little as a weekend by repurposing the content they're already creating, so that they can grow their audiences, expand their reach, and gain more new clients. [1:32] The inspiration for today’s p...2019-10-3112 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattVariety is the spice in your podcasting life Part 4[0:02] Welcome to part #4 - the finale - in our miniseries "Variety is the spice up your podcasting life." Today we’re diving into another spice - how you want to record your podcast.. [3:39] Yong welcomes Nicole Thompson, host of the Build Your Wealth Podcast, and graduate of Podcast in a Weekend to today’s live podcast recording [3:50] Nicole’s podcasting story and how long she had a podcast on her wishlist[5:03] A story Yong hears all the time about when people are resear...2019-10-2526 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattVariety is the spice in your podcasting life Part 3[0:03] Today's episode is being brought to you by Podcast in a Weekend. Save your seat at www.yongpratt.com/podcastinaweekend [0:25] Starting a podcast doesn't have to take years, months, or even weeks. You can literally go from zero to podcast THIS weekend, October 25 through 27, 2019.[0:50] What you get when you save your seat today in Podcast in a Weekend at www.yongpratt.com/podcastinaweekend [1:26] Today's spice - frequency or how often will you publish your podcast episodes. [2:05] What's your frequency? [2:07] You get to decide how often y...2019-10-2207 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattVariety is the spice in your podcasting life Part 2[0:03] Today's episode is being brought to you by my Podcasting Foundations Workbook. [0:30] This workbook will guide you through the most important foundational pieces of your podcast. Grab the workbook while there's still time at www.yongpratt.com/242 and lock in special saving for Podcast in a Weekend October 25-27, 2019.[1:36] Today, we're adding complexity with a new spice - your audience. [1:44] Knowing who you'll be talking to before launching your podcast or recording that first episode will go a long way in helping you craft a show that serves your audience. 2019-10-2207 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattVariety is the spice in your podcasting life Part 1[0:02] Have you ever found a recipe that you loved, and then modified over time? Maybe you needed to halve or double the recipe. Perhaps you had to substitute ingredients because you didn't have the ones required on hand. It could be that over time you added in your own personal touches. A dash more of this. A pitch less of that. [0:29] The same is true for your podcast. The recipe you use when you start your podcast may change over time to suit the needs of your listeners as well as yours as hostess....2019-10-1813 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattBONUS - The advantage of live video for podcasters[0:03] Make sure you didn't miss out on the Super 7 live streaming video challenge. We just kicked off today, Monday, October 7th and there is still time to save your seat for free. Just head to www.yongpratt.com/super7 [0:39] What the Buggles song, ”Video Killed the Radio Star” has to do with you and your podcast. [1:00] Video is an incredible tool for podcasters, especially when done correctly, and strategically. [1:36] Does the thought of creating audio content for your podcast excite you? 2019-10-0709 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattYou as Podcaster[0:03] Don’t miss the Super 7 Live Streaming Video Challenge starting Oct 7, 2019. Save your seat at www.yongpratt.com/238 [0:50] So, you want to start a podcast, what's holding you back?[0:59] The time podcasting will take away from other projects or even from your family? [1:10] Overwhelmed with the tech?[1:17] Not sure you have enough to share on your own podcast? [2:00] If you're listening to this podcast on the go, make sure you save it, and re-listen and take action on the exercises [2:15] This episod...2019-10-0312 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattAre you pod-crastinating?[0:04] Podcasting. You've thought about, perhaps even for years. You view it as a medium you can actually do and help others in the process. The idea of being a podcaster excites you, yet something stops you from moving forward and making your podcast a reality. You, my friend, are pod-crastinating. In this episode, I'll share where I first learned this term, how to discover if you're experiencing it, and how to overcome pod-crastinating.[1:14] Before we dive into pod-crastinating, let’s chat about procrastinating. [1:34] Exhaustion and burnout as a r...2019-09-2611 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattAre you afraid or are you a fraud?Head over to www.yongpratt.com/236 and chat about being afraid or a fraud.[0:01] Are you afraid or are you a fraud? That is the question we are diving into today, here on episode number 236 of the In a Weekend Podcast. You’ll learn where the idea for today’s podcast came from, a personal story, plus 3 actionable tips. [0:50] Your heart is racing. Your mouth gets dry your hands, they shake uncontrollably. And all you want to do is flee the scene. This, my friends, is fear. It's your fight or fl...2019-09-1911 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong Pratt3 Reasons Why You Should NOT Start a Podcast[0:06] If you and Yong were to sit down tomorrow and have a conversation, could you tell her three reasons why you want to start a podcast?[0:42] What are your top three reasons that you want to start a podcast?[1:10] The conversation we're going to have is one that needs to happen much more often, especially with the popularity of podcasts growing by the day.[1:34] Today’s topic: 3 Reasons Why You Should NOT Start a Podcast[1:49] Reason number one why you should not...2019-09-0411 min
Amplify Your Awesome™ with Yong Pratt4 Strategies to Beat the Back to School Blues[0:08] School’s back in session which means shifting from easy breezy and laid back to frenetic and filled with multiple schedules to manage[0:41] Yong's struggles with getting back into a routine now that my girls are back into school [1:38] On this episode, Yong shares 4 strategies she’s using to regain control over her schedule[3:40] How Yong is entering a new season of life [4:14] Strategy #1 [6:13] Strategy #2 [7:23...2019-08-3014 min
Merch Minds PodcastMerch Minds Podcast - Episode 132: Catching up After a Two Week BreakAfter a two week break, both Glen and Yong are back with another Merch Minds episode. Glen had been traveling attending conferences, and Yong's day job had been pretty demanding. They are finally back to catch up and talk print-on-demand. A lot has happened since the last episode. Yong had relaunched his Etsy store by deleting and relisting everything from scratch. This destroyed his algorithm, and he was hardly getting any traffic. After a couple of weeks, he's finally starting to get sales once again. Now that they're both back what have you been up...2019-07-3138 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattFailure: A Cause for Celebration?[0:09] The four letter word is often frowned on by society, at least here in the US, and is actually discouraged, especially in the school system.[0:36] The inspiration for today’s episode [0:59] "Failure is so important. We speak about success all the time. It is the ability to resist failure. or use failure that often leads to greater success. I've met people who don't want to try for fear of failing." - JK Rowling[1:26] The meaning we often put on failing [2:42] The DMV Experience [3:54] The funk of f...2019-07-2512 minAmplify Your Awesome™ with Yong PrattBONUS - Graphic Design Tips from a 28-year Design Pro0:10 [Yong Pratt] This episode is being brought to you by my work-LESS, stress, less-LESS, and guilt-LESS Strategies for a Successful Summer Training Bundle. These 21 strategies are the best, most popular, most impactful and actionable strategies that can help you craft your most ideal summer, all while working less, stressing less, and guilty less. Until June 10, you can grab this entire bundle for only $19. It's a total steal when compared to the hundreds of hours of interviews I've done to gather these 21 strategies for you. Grab your copy today at yongpratt.com/bundle. And now let's dive into today's topic.2019-06-0721 min
Merch Minds PodcastMerch Minds Podcast - Episode 107: Are We Being Throttled?The boys apologize for the audio quality in this episode. What do you expect when RJ Martinez joins them for an episode of the Merch Minds Podcast? He brings bad mojo and bad audio quality. As mentioned RJ Martinez joined Glen and Yong to talk possible throttling. Despite what Amazon is saying Yong strongly believes that Amazon is throttling everyone across the board. This is all to reduce chaos in the forums and to reduce emails being sent to Amazon. On Thursday, November 15, 2018, both Yong and RJ experienced an unusual day of sales that went...2018-11-2854 min
Merch Minds PodcastMerch Minds Podcast - Episode 106: How to Communicate with Your Graphic DesignerGlen is becoming a superstar and he seems to be too good to hang out with Yong. Glen was in San Jose, CA visiting the eBay headquarters and ignored all of his Yong's messages. First Time magazine and now eBay Live! On this episode, Glen and Yong talk about the importance of good communication with your designer. Unfortunately, people are still not communicating with Yong when purchasing custom designs even though he provides clear instructions. This is causing unnecessary revisions and causing more work for Yong and his designer. This is something that has been d...2018-11-2150 min
Merch Minds PodcastMerch Minds Podcast - Episode 094: Is CreateSpace a Good Opportunity?First off, both Glen and Yong apologize for the technical issues that they had last week. Unfortunately, they don't see or notice any technical issues on their end until it's uploaded. Yong thinks RJ Martinez hijacked the show somehow. This week the boys talk CreateSpace in depth. For the past couple of months, they have briefly mentioned CreateSpace and how the platform complements Merch by Amazon. And the popularity of Kelli Robert's course created a buzz in the Merch community. So is CreateSpace worth publishing on? While Yong is on board with CreateSpace Glen is...2018-08-2242 min
Merch Minds PodcastMerch Minds Podcast - Episode 089: The Catchup EpisodeYong is back! He may sound like he's better but he's still coughing. The good thing is his fever is down and he's able to continue with the show. This week Glen and Yong are catching up. Glen was out of town visiting his brother in Austin. Yong was in beautiful in Morro Bay on a workcation and to just get out of town to rest. They are catching up with their lives and Merch by Amazon. Yong talks about his frustration with Merch. Although he's grateful for the opportunity he's finding that it's getting...2018-07-1751 min
Merch Minds PodcastMerch Minds Podcast - Episode 085: PopSockets are Here!This is a late post but it's better late than never. It's been a crazy week for the boys. Yong is currently in Anaheim attending VidCon in hopes of learning from Merch by Amazon as they will be there. This week the boys talk about the PopSockets that was just announced by Amazon. Amazon will be releasing them on a rolling basis and it's not clear who all has them so far. Glen and Yong have them and they been slowly uploading their designs. In fact, Yong already has a few sales for PopSockets already. ...2018-06-1952 min
Merch Minds PodcastMerch Minds Podcast - Episode 083: Interview with Accountant Abe SaghiehThis week's episode is out a little early. With so much going on the boys decided to release the episode before the weekend. And as promised Yong delivered on his promise. Yong mentioned a couple of weeks ago that he was going to interview his personal CPA. So this week Abe Saghieh talk to the boys and provide general tax advice. As a disclaimer please talk to your own personal CPA because everyone's situation is different. Abe and the boys discuss everything from Amazon to eBay. Abe tells the boys why he thinks collecting royalties...2018-06-0255 min
Merch Minds PodcastMerch Minds Podcast - Episode 082: Recap of the Licensing Expo 2018After almost a two week hiatus the boys are back. Glen was in Washington DC to film his Outhustled series on YouTube. As much as he hates going there Yong was in Las Vegas for the Licensing Expo. In this episode, they recap what Yong experienced in Las Vegas. Amazon gave a keynote presentation on Tuesday morning and they introduced Merch Collab. What exactly is Merch Collab? It's an opportunity for REAL graphic designers to collaborate with influencers such as Shane Dawson, Rick & Morty, Crossfit and more. As a designer, you submit a design and the influencers...2018-05-3040 min
Merch Minds PodcastMerch Minds Podcast - Episode 081: Live and Direct from Las VegasThis week the Merch Minds Podcast comes to you live and direct from Las Vegas. Yong is in the Sin City for the Licensing Expo where Amazon Merch gave a keynote presentation. Fellow graphic designer Manny Pinedo and RJ Martinez accompanied him during the trip. They have a funny story that they share in this episode. While Yong was aboard a plane Manny and RJ were trying to check into their Airbnb. It's a funny and unforgettable story that will have all listeners laughing. All three of them talk about what their strategy going to...2018-05-2650 min
Merch Minds PodcastMerch Minds Podcast - Episode 076: Interview with Johnny King from Merch Lister ProAre you guys using Merch Lister Pro? If so, this is going to be an exciting episode as the boy's interview, Johnny King, the creator of MLP. And if you're not using MLP, then you will after this episode. If you follow the podcast, you know Yong had a difficult time filling up his slots because he's a one-man operation. However, Yong gives credit to Johnny and MLP as the primary reason why he was able to scale so fast from the 2k tier to the 4k tier in a matter of months. Yong spoke very highly...2018-04-1447 min