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The world's BEST experts, entrepreneurs, and world-class performers share their inside tips and behind-the-scenes advice. Learn how to start a six-figure online business, improve your career skills, and live a happier and more interesting life. Guests include Tim Ferriss, Mike Posner, and more.
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April Musings 2025
04/23/2025
April Musings 2025
is the simple way to sign documents digitally. Pay just $9 once, and get it forever (no expensive subscriptions ). Today I’m riffing on what’s been on my mind this April; from using AI to save on my taxes to pulling weeds, both literally and metaphorically, plus some book reviews and me generally musing on what makes a great life.. So If you want to hear more about how I’m using ChatGPT to get ahead financially, why saying “no” has become my superpower, and what Ryanair can teach you about sticking to your business model, this ones for you!. You’re gonna learn What a good gardener has in common with a good entrepreneur How AI can save you time and money right now before everyone else catches up. Why you need to find your line for saying no to 80% of everything. Enjoy these things and a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Did you check out last week's monster episode, about all I've learned . It was an absolute banger. That episode 374 wherever you get your podcasts. &
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15 Years Of AppSumo
03/26/2025
15 Years Of AppSumo
AppSumo is celebrating its birthday. 15 years old! Hurrah! I started the company with $50 and a dream of never working a real job again. Today, it’s a $100m business that’s helped thousands of entrepreneurs and creators make millions. My book is also a year old and was just released in Spanish. It's for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend. Today I'm reflecting on the biggest lessons from my business journey and sharing 14 tips that will help your business grow to the next level. 3 Takeaways: How Tracking scorecards and key metrics will move you closer to your goals Why starting is easy but showing up every day and staying in the game is the real challenge. Would you bet your life on your business, do you really believe in it? That’s conviction baby! Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way. What’s going on in your Business? Hit me up on I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every month.
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Hey Sam Parr
02/24/2025
Hey Sam Parr
is the simple way to sign documents digitally. Pay just $9 once, and get it forever (no expensive subscriptions here). In this episode, I’ve got one of my best friends, the entrepreneur blueprint, the serial success master and my favorite podcaster Sam Parr to come back on the show. We talk about ambition, confidence, the reality of building a billion-dollar business and what it’s like to hang around with billionaires. Also we discuss his latest projects and how becoming a dad has reshaped his perspective on success. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: Why the most successful people in the room aren’t always the smartest, What are the best and worse things about billionaires. How to set up a business in 24 hours and make 1 million dollars without a website. Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way. If you dug this episode, you can go back and check out one of our many other episodes with Sam on how content creators become successful. You can find that in of this feed. Check him out on & @thesamparr and be sure to check out all what he’s doing in all of these many internet places. - website for self improvement. - website high wealth networking and business growth. - website for helping writers create better copy. - website for finding quality accountants. - Podcast. - Podcast. I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every week.
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I Bought Crypto
01/23/2025
I Bought Crypto
My book is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend. Sparked by a rare snowy morning in Austin, Texas, I just got done making snow angels and realized it’s been a while since I’ve shared what’s on my mind. No threads. No ads. Just raw thoughts, like the early days of blogging. I just got fired by my financial advisor and decided to experiment with some crypto, so today I’m going to share some reflections on money, experiments, parenting, and life,.. So if you want to learn about simplifying your finances with the trickle of everyday parenting advice, this one's for you. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: When’s the best time to experiment or be disciplined. How to Simplify your finances for reduced stress. How tiny, consistent efforts compound into big wins over time. Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way. I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every week. Ps. I’m looking for an assistant. Someone proactive, insanely detailed, and reliable. Basically, someone who’s better than AI. If you know someone, DM me on Twitter @NoahKagan. I’ll pay you $1,000 if your referral gets hired.
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9 Lessons from 2024 + My Goals for 2025
12/28/2024
9 Lessons from 2024 + My Goals for 2025
My book is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend. Today I’m reflecting on what an insane year 2024 has been. So much has changed and I wanted to take stock as we head into 2025! In this episode, I’m sharing my 9 key lessons from the year and the exciting plans shaping the year ahead. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: Why the blame game gets you nowhere in life. What it means to reduce the amount of tabs you have open in your life. How building strong, meaningful relationships is still your super power. Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way. How was your 2024? What’s your goals for 2025? Hit me up on I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every month.
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A book, a baby, and a billionaire
11/27/2024
A book, a baby, and a billionaire
. This week, as my baby sleeps and makes cute noises beside me, I’m sharing parenting lessons I’ve applied to running my business. I’m also sharing a brilliant new business model I recently discovered that can be adapted to countless industries. Also my takeaways from an awesome book you have to read! Whether you’re absorbed in family life, plotting your genius business idea, or looking to see a return on your investments, there’s something in this episode for you. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: Why parenting forces you to clarify your priorities. The genius behind scalable business models like Baselang—and how you can adapt them. Key lessons from Kochland on reinvesting, tracking ROI, and leveraging your strengths. All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Check out and go learn some Spanish. Your first week is just $1, so there's no better time to begin. You have to read this book . It’s the story of how three brothers—David, Charles, and Bill Koch—transformed a small Kansas-based oil company into Koch Industries (a $125+ billion empire and 2nd largest privately-owned company in the world).
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Suffering
10/29/2024
Suffering
My book is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend. Something clicked for me during a grueling bike climb - I wanted to quit. And isn’t that how it feels for everyone sometimes, in business and life? But it’s our ability to push through the right kind of suffering that drives real success. In this week's episode, I dive into my own personal struggles and professional setbacks, sharing how pushing through those tough moments fueled growth at AppSumo and helped me reach my biggest goals. In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: How embracing suffering can lead to long-term rewards? Why voluntary suffering can prepare us for unexpected hardships? How to align pain with our purpose? All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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Le Pause
09/27/2024
Le Pause
Check out my book , which helps you start businesses in just 48 hours. Check it out at . In this episode, I share what I’ve been up to during the past few months, including why I haven’t released new content since August. I took time off for paternity leave and embraced the joy (and challenges) of being a new dad. This break gave me a chance to reflect on how important it is to take a step back and pause from work and doing the same thing every day. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: The benefits of taking time off and how it can bring clarity to your priorities. My new routine as a dad What’s next for my work with AppSumo and social content creation. All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way.
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My Ex-CEO Grew AppSumo From $5M to $70M
08/21/2024
My Ex-CEO Grew AppSumo From $5M to $70M
Check out my book , which helps you start businesses in just 48 hours. Check it out at . In this episode, I chat with Ayman Al-Abdullah, My friend and former CEO of AppSumo, who played a pivotal role in scaling the company from $5M to $70M, from 2016 to 2021. Since stepping down as CEO for AppSumo, he’s now become a growth strategy coach for many other CEOs. Ayman is of the best out there IMO and I wanted him to come on the show and share his insights into what it takes to grow a business from seven to nine figures, obviously drawing from his rich experience building a robust and sustainably growing company AppSumo. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: Why figuring out your ideal customer, even as a coach, is essential Why people get stuck in a product creation loop rather than company creation. The dangers of shiny object syndrome and why Ayman is the double down king. All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. You can find Ayman @aymanalabdul on or And if you fall into the 7+ figure camp and need help scaling to 9 figures, Ayman is your guy, you can find him at
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What I Learned Working Directly For Mark Zuckerberg
08/14/2024
What I Learned Working Directly For Mark Zuckerberg
Check out my Million Dollar Weekend at milliondollarweekend.com. If you need help starting a business, this is the book for you Today we’re re-running our awesome episode where I break down the top lessons I learned from working directly under Mark Zuckerberg. It’s always fun to go down memory lane and remember my time as #30 at Facebook. The lessons I learned there inspire me to this day and are relevant for anyone who is on their own business journey. In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: How to manage and treat employees. How to focus on just one vision. Why the details matter. All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. If you dig this episode and want to hear another episode where I break things down behind the scenes, go back and check out the episode where I run through the marketing for my book Million Dollar Weekend, that’s episode 335 in this feed.
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From Homeless to Billions with John Paul DeJoria (Classic)
08/07/2024
From Homeless to Billions with John Paul DeJoria (Classic)
What’s up, you sexy bastards. It’s your boy ‘diapers’ aka Rabbi Can’t Lose aka Noah Kagan. Today we’re re-running our awesome episode with John Paul DeJoria! John Paul is so INSPIRATIONAL. This was one of our most popular episodes last year (and also one of the most popular videos on my YouTube channel too), so we thought we’d put him in your ears once again. John Paul went from being homeless to creating two billion dollar companies in completely separate industries, John Paul Mitchell haircare, and Patrón tequila. In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: Why creating the best products is essential for growing your company. Why forgiveness is important if you want to move forward in life. What being rich really means. All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Go check out John Paul DeJoria and his foundation: If you dig this episode and want to hear another wise, successful entrepreneur story, go back and check out the conversation we did with Kevin Kelly, the founder of Wired magazine, that’s episode 298 in this feed.
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The $500,000,000 meat stick company
07/31/2024
The $500,000,000 meat stick company
People have been loving my latest emails where I share brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. Sign up at and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every week. In this episode, I chat with Pete Maldonado, co-founder of Chomps, about how they built a half-billion-dollar meat stick empire, ultimately becoming the number three meat snack brand in the U.S. Despite facing significant setbacks, including personal bankruptcy and multiple failed businesses, Pete has propelled Chomps to meteoric success, securing shelf space in major chain stores like Trader Joe's and Costco. Today, he shares how he leverages customer feedback, overcomes packaging challenges, and maintains a passionate, high-performing team culture. In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: The importance of focusing on one thing and doing it exceptionally well. The critical role of strategic partnerships and the creative solutions used to navigate supply chain challenges. How Chomps stays ahead in the competitive meat snack market. All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Go buy Chomps at all your favorite retailers and also check out @petemaldonado on and on If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more about half-billion-dollar success stories, be sure to check out our Anonymous $500 Million Man episode – that's in this feed.
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How to Focus and Think (Cal Newport)
07/24/2024
How to Focus and Think (Cal Newport)
Check out my book , which helps you start businesses in just 48 hours. Check it out at . In today's episode, I caught up with a talented, award-winning author and professor of computer science at Georgetown University, Cal Newport. Cal’s books are a manifesto for digital minimalism and focus. In this episode he shares his strategies for maintaining efficiency particularly in large organizations where meetings can often be a substitute for poor time management. We also explore how long-term goals can easily be broken down into actionable daily steps and the importance of grabbing control of our digital habits. In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: What the difference is between office hours and meetings and why you should avoid the later Why focus is the most in demand resource right in world with short attention span How to balance the content creation algorithms without being on social media at all. All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. If you loved this episode and want to hear more about how we approach our content creation, check out an episode we made about Youtube strategy that’s in this feed. Also check out Cal’s books at , his books ‘’ and ‘’ are classics and he has a new book called ‘’ out now. Go check his podcast since that’s really his only social media outlet, t
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He makes $100M/year but will die with $0 (Bill Perkins)
07/17/2024
He makes $100M/year but will die with $0 (Bill Perkins)
is the easiest way to find software for solopreneurs, from productivity tools, to the latest AI tech to help run your business. In this week's episode, I sit down with Bill Perkins, a successful hedge fund manager, film producer, author, and high-stakes poker player. Bill has created significant wealth through energy trading and uses his money wisely. Bill is all about finding values in meaningful experiences over material possessions. He also discusses his philosophy on balancing wealth, health, and time to achieve maximum life fulfillment. This episode is packed with practical advice and thought-provoking concepts that can inspire anyone to rethink their approach to wealth and happiness. In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: How to leverage opportunities in your field of work and make millions. How to avoid a cookie cutter life. Why you shouldn’t wait until your retirement to experience your dreams. All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. If you loved this episode and want to hear more successful commodity trading stories, check the episode we did with Rafa Martinez, that’s in this feed. Also Check out Bill’s book at and @billperkins on and @bp22 on
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My 3-Step Book Marketing System
07/10/2024
My 3-Step Book Marketing System
My book is for aspiring entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business. I break down the process of starting into simple steps that you can do in just one weekend. The e-book version is on sale July 8-14, 2024 on Amazon, . In this week's episode, I’m going behind the scenes on Charles Duhigg’s marketing strategy and picking apart what he can do better, comparing what he does with other famous authors and my own experience on Million Dollar Weekend. This will be a book marketing playbook to turn any good book into a bestselling phenomenon. I’m using Charle’s as an example here but everyone can take away some great marketing lessons whether you’re an author or not, you’re going to significantly boost your sales from implementing some of these simple overlooked tricks that can transform your marketing reach and impact. In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: How to create seamless, automated marketing funnels Discover how to leverage social media platforms the right way. Understand the importance of offering incentives and building a community. All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. If you loved this episode and want to hear more about my launch of Million Dollar Weekend go back and check out my launch strategy episode, that’s in this feed. Check out Charles Duhigg and his books at and on @charleduhigg on & @cduhigg on . You can also check out James Clear and his marketing approach at and @jamesclear on & on .
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Biggest Lessons From My Newest Startup
07/03/2024
Biggest Lessons From My Newest Startup
, is a Docusign alternative that we just launched. If you hate paying a monthly subscription just to get documents signed, go to and get a lifetime deal, pay one low price and use it forever. In this week's episode, I'm chatting with our very own David Kelly, who oversees our Originals Team releases at AppSumo. We’re going into the belly of the beast to see the guts and glory of developing a product we're incredibly proud of, . David and I discuss the challenges we faced, the strategies we employed, and the excitement of bringing to life. In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: The obstacles faced during the creation of a competitive product. What a difference incorporating user feedback into the user interface can make How to make a product stand out from the rest All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more about our favorite tools at Appsumo go back a few weeks ago where we show you all the tools we use to run a $100 million company that’s in this feed
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48 hours with the Tim Ferriss contest winner
06/26/2024
48 hours with the Tim Ferriss contest winner
If this episode inspires you to start your own business, check out my book , which helps you start in just one weekend. Here is your hook up with 10% off a subscription for access to business advice articles and their world class case studies. Go to and use promo code NOAH for 10% off. In today’s episode, you’re going to hear about a mad experiment we ran during the Million Dollar Weekend book launch on Tim Ferriss’s show. We put out a 48-hour challenge where the coolest, most interesting startup entrepreneur would win a weekend with me. Our winner, Eli, raised $65,000 in just 48 hours and blew us away with his dedication and inspiring mission to do good in his community, feeding those in need in Philadelphia. The Community Grocer provides healthy food to underserved areas in Philadelphia. Our weekend together was filled with valuable entrepreneurial lessons, a lot of fun, and insights into staying focused and impactful in business and life. In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: How to set clear measurable goals to work backwards from. How to find what's working and double down. How to get your first budget boner! All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. If this episode has inspired you to dream big for your community, don't miss our conversation with John Paul Dejoria, where he shares how he leverages his $5 billion wealth for impactful philanthropic endeavors. Check out and go support Eli Moraru’s non-profit - Also on instagram and @tcgfamily on X
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50+ tools I use to run a $100M/year business
06/19/2024
50+ tools I use to run a $100M/year business
One of the tools I mention in this episode, , is a Docusign alternative that we just launched. If you hate paying a monthly subscription just to get documents signed, go to and get a lifetime deal, pay one low price and use it forever. In today's episode, I break down all the essential tools and technology stacks that we use at Appsumo to power a 8 figure a year business. From financial management to email marketing, team collaboration and much more. This is the way we squeeze all that efficiency juice out and get a full cup of organization juice for everyone in the entire company. I talk about over 50 tools and apps that we use, it’s full to the brim In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: What tools we’ve chosen to significantly enhance efficiency and growth What tools are you missing from your toolbox and how can you implement them? How to audit and simplify your technology stack and replace multiple tools with new all-in-one tools that are so much simpler . All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Go over to and check out all these tools. Explore these tools to improve your business operations and check out for great deals on essential software. If you enjoyed this episode and want to put these tools to good use and you want to start a business, check out the 1st chapter of my book , that’s in this feed
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The Anonymous and VERY happy $500 Million Man
06/12/2024
The Anonymous and VERY happy $500 Million Man
is one of the biggest sales of the year at . And it’s for entrepreneurs like you, looking for the best software deals to grow their businesses. There are tools for marketers, agencies, content creators, developers and more. The sale goes until June 13, 2024 at noon CT, so if you want those juicy discounts, then get on it now. Here is your hook up with 10% off a subscription for access to business advice articles and their world class case studies. Go to and use promo code NOAH for 10% off. In this week's episode, I sat down with an anonymous entrepreneur who sold his business for $500 million and has since dedicated his life to philanthropy. He shared with me his story from building a business to giving away a significant portion of his buyout and focusing on what truly matters: happiness and giving back. There’s also a ton of practical advice on how to manage substantial wealth and the balance between work and personal life. It's for anyone aspiring to achieve financial success while making a meaningful difference in the world. You'll love these 3 lessons: True happiness comes from within and aligning your life with your values. Giving back and focusing on philanthropy can bring immense fulfillment. Managing wealth effectively involves budgeting for what matters most to you and staying grounded. All these plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way Also if you loved hearing this episode about a $100m buyout, check out this episode with Gary Levitt who built a company for $50 and sold it for $42 Million, that’s episode 41 in this feed.
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He runs 9 businesses (with 0 employees)
06/05/2024
He runs 9 businesses (with 0 employees)
My company AppSumo is running an insane giveaway right now, where we are giving away a Cybertruck! Go to to enter until June 14. In this week's episode, I chat with Marc Louvion, the launching machine behind various successful apps like Ship Fast, Zen Voice, and Poop Up. He’s another one in our Solopreneur series. For the last few years Marc has been relentlessly building and shipping apps that solve real life problems in hope of becoming the next Zuckerberg. He shares his path from a struggling entrepreneur to a thriving indie hacker keeping 92% of his profits. It’s a super interesting journey he’s been on and I love to see how successful he’s been by using a formula that you can copy in your own business.. You'll love these 3 lessons: Showing up daily makes a difference. Embracing failures as learning opportunities Sharing your journey can build a loyal following and amplify your success. All these plus a bunch more nuggets along the way. Go give Marc some love: @marclouvion on & @marc_louvion on Also check out his companies: , , , , If you loved this Solopreneur episode and want to listen to another, you’ll enjoy the episode we did with Justin Welsh which is one of our most downloaded episodes ever, check that out as ep 353 in this feed.
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Top 5 Lessons From 10,000 Hours of My Podcast
05/29/2024
Top 5 Lessons From 10,000 Hours of My Podcast
My company AppSumo is running an insane giveaway right now, where we are giving away a Cybertruck! Go to to enter In this week's episode, we celebrate an incredible milestone of 355 episodes over the past 7 years. I’m excited to share some of my favorite lessons from the amazing guests I’ve had the privilege of interviewing for this show. Each of these extraordinary guests, many of whom are billionaires, have walked unique paths to their success. In this episode, you’ll discover 5 key insights that inspired their journeys and can inspire you to create your own success. You'll love these 5 lessons: Focus on what only you can do. Double down on where you’re already earning. Emphasize the importance of service. Embrace experimentation. Cultivate resilience to overcome setbacks. All these plus many more things I learned along the way. Go give these guys some love: Kevin Kelly - , @kevin2kelly on and Justin Welsh - , @thejustinwelsh on and Larry Janesky - , @LarryJanesky on Paul Orfalea - , John Paul DeJoria - Also if you loved hearing these exceptional people and want to check out their full episodes go back and check out: Ep298 - Kevin Kelly Ep280 - Justin Welsh Ep329 - Larry Janesky Ep273 - Paul Orfalea Ep309 - John Paul DeJoria That’s all in this feed.
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I Made $3.3M, Here’s How
05/22/2024
I Made $3.3M, Here’s How
My company AppSumo is running an insane giveaway right now, where we are giving away a Cybertruck! Go to to enter Here is your hook up with 10% off a subscription for access to business advice articles and their world class case studies. Go to and use promo code NOAH for 10% off. In today's episode, I break down how I made $3.3 million last year and how I spent it. Now, this isn't about boasting; rather, it's a transparent look into the complexities of managing substantial sums of money. There’s a lot of misconceptions about personal wealth management out there so I wanted to help share some clarity on how I do things. I’m super proud of where I’ve gotten to in recent years but managing this level of income presents a lot of challenges. I've been striving to streamline my finances, and you can join me on this journey. I hope you can be inspired and get rich as well. It’s a great feeling and I know you can do this too. In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: How to invest back into your business to foster future wealth. How to shield yourself from tax liabilities by using your personal projects as LLC’s. What does having lots of money really mean to life satisfaction? You’ll enjoy these things and a whole lot more. If you liked this episode about hacking your wealth, you’ll also enjoy an older episode we did with Jeff Rose from Wealth Hacker (YouTube channel) you can find that as in this feed. I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every week.
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Million-Dollar Solopreneurship with Justin Welsh (Classic)
05/16/2024
Million-Dollar Solopreneurship with Justin Welsh (Classic)
My company AppSumo is running an insane giveaway right now, where we are giving away a Cybertruck! Go to to enter Today we’re re-running our awesome episode with Justin Welsh! This guy is so IMPRESSIVE, and was one of our most popular episodes last year so we thought we’d put him in your ears once again. He runs a one-person business that does $1.7 million dollars a year, spends ZERO money on ads, and operates at a 94% margin! That’s right. He keeps most of the money. What’s amazing is that some solopreneurs like to hire freelancers and virtual assistants, but Justin does everything himself. And he still has time to go on vacations frequently. In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: How to turn one idea into multiple pieces of content The importance of being self-aware and accepting who you are How a panic attack influences the way Justin runs his business I had a lot of fun talking to Justin, so go check him out: On Twitter – And his newsletter – If you’ve ever wanted to learn about running a one-person business and scaling it using systems, then you’ll love this episode…. AGAIN! If you dig this episode and want to hear another successful Solopreneur story, go back and check out the conversation we did with Dan Koe, that’s in this feed. And if you enjoy listening to the podcast, I would really appreciate it if you left a review on Apple Podcasts to help more people find out about it. I might shout you out in the next episode!
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Behind Patrick Bet-David’s $500M Net Worth
05/09/2024
Behind Patrick Bet-David’s $500M Net Worth
is the easiest way to find software for solopreneurs, from productivity tools, to the latest AI tech to help run your business. There's something truly inspiring about immigrants who overcome significant challenges to achieve remarkable success by coming to America. In today's episode, we're speaking with Patrick Bet-David, who is well on his way to becoming a billionaire. We explore Patrick's remarkable journey, reflecting on growing up in war-torn Iran during the Islamic revolution, spending time in a refugee camp in Germany, and later serving in the US Military. From there, he transitioned to working for Morgan Stanley and TransAmerica before becoming their competitor and revolutionizing the entire insurance industry. Today, he owns 8 companies and recently sold one for a multi 9-figure sum. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: How unconditional love and unconditional pain has shaped his unbreaking resilience How identifying your enemy can drive you to succeed How he won in the competitive field of insurance sales Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way. If you dig this episode and want to hear another Refugee turned billionaire story, go back and check out the conversation we did with Andrew Viterb, that’s in this feed. Check out Patricks podcast and his newest book . His website is and you can find him on and . I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every week.
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How a Highschooler Got a $150,000 Job With Me
05/01/2024
How a Highschooler Got a $150,000 Job With Me
is the simple way to sign documents digitally. Pay just $9 once, and get it forever (no expensive subscriptions here). In today's episode it’s all about landing those big-paying jobs by working for free. That’s right, you heard me, that’s no pay today BUT… a huge one down the line, let’s call it ‘Prework’. Roll in the six or seven-figure paydays. I'll share how I snagged jobs and clients I wasn't qualified for; from my experience at mint.com, to how Jay Yang, Mitchel, Jeremy and Cameron all landed incredible opportunities working for me by going the extra mile. I'll break down how you can do the same and make it easy for people to hire you by putting a little extra effort in first. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: How to stand out and why those generic "Can I Help You?" messages fall flat Where to uncover the hidden value your future employer is overlooking Make yourself indispensable by going above and beyond, even without being prompted. Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way. If you dug this episode and you're a fresh-faced job seeker, don't miss out on more career wisdom ‘10 Career Tips For Ambitious People in Their Twenties’ you find that in of this feed. is the easiest way to find software for solopreneurs, from productivity tools, to the latest AI tech to help run your business. I have also been sharing emails on my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. People have been loving it. Sign up at and join 350k other people who get juicy insights every week.
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My #1 Life Regret Is Relationships
04/25/2024
My #1 Life Regret Is Relationships
is the simple way to sign documents digitally. Pay just $9 once, and get it forever (no expensive subscriptions here). We’re back with our 3rd round of our ‘Brutally Honest’ series and this week it’s a deep one. I’m giving advice to my younger self again but this time it’s about relationships, specifically dating– but honestly most of this advice you can apply with adding anyone important in your life. Now I wish I'd paid more attention to relationships when I was younger, more importantly I wish I’d paid more attention to the relationship I had with myself. My relationships with other people often mirrored how badly I felt about myself. Constructive communication and mutual respect are vital for navigating conflicts and building a strong foundation. Creating your ideal relationship requires effort, honesty, and a willingness to invest in yourself and your partner. So we’re going to explore everything I’ve learned about how to find the right person to share your life with. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: What should you look for in another person How to make yourself feel better How similar making money and developing physical fitness are to dating Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way. Check out book , it helped me a ton to get over some of my issues, Also check , she’s a certified relationship coach who helped me a lot too. If you're hungry for more of these ‘Brutally Honest’ episodes, join me as I jump into the time machine to drop some serious wisdom on my younger self. You can hear the first 2 about Careers and Business, that’s & of this feed! Sign up for my email newsletter at . People have been loving my brutally honest advice on a variety of topics. Join 350k+ subscribers at .
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A 7-figure business with no-employees (Laura Roeder)
04/18/2024
A 7-figure business with no-employees (Laura Roeder)
This week, I caught up with , a dear friend who also happens to be an exceptionally skilled businesswoman. She is the Founder of a coaching software business called . We chat about handling envy, finding contentment, and happiness in our lives, both at work and personally. Laura's approach involves skipping traditional meetings, relying on freelancers, and keeping everyone on the same page with informal company updates. Laura's a master at dodging work in the best possible way—she's smart and super efficient with her time. Following her lead, you might just discover that a day's workload can be knocked out in just 2 hours. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: When’s the right time to sell a business and do you actually need to if running the business is so damn easy. The differences between selling SaaS products and courses. Learn how to manage company updates and maintain alignment without traditional meetings. Enjoy these 3 things plus more ear nuggets along the way. Check out and her coaching software company . If you're hungry for more efficiency tips to level up your business game, check out last week's episode, the second in our ‘Brutally Honest’ series. Join me as I jump into the time machine to drop some serious wisdom on my younger self about the do's and don'ts of business. You can hear that in of this feed! Use Docusign, Hellosign, or Pandadoc and want subscription free. Check out our latest tool - Same tool as others, but pay once and use it forever. Sign up for my email newsletter at . People have been loving my latest series where I share brutally honest advice to my younger self on a variety of topics. Join 350k+ subscribers at .
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Brutally Honest Business Advice to my Younger Self
04/10/2024
Brutally Honest Business Advice to my Younger Self
Today is the next part of our brutally honest series. We're shifting from 'Career Advice' to 'Business Advice'. Careers are like dipping your toes in the water, but business is where the real cash flow happens. And you know me, I'm all about that money! I’m jumping back into the Miata time machine for 'Back to Noah’s Future 2', where I’m sharing the best business advice I wish I knew back in the day, and hey, maybe it’ll help you out too. People are always hustling to reinvent the wheel and create new paths in business but the best path is already cut for you. So Listen up to my mental torment, learn from my mishaps, and hop on the expressway to those sweet, sweet money bags In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: Follow curiosity, not opportunity Find people who are already saying yes to a sale and build your business around them. The importance of being intent to get the ball rolling vs. being sustainable to win the game. Enjoy these 3 things plus about 20 more ear nuggets along the way. If you enjoyed this and want to hear more go back and check out last week's PT1. of our Brutally Honest Advice series about getting started in your career. That’s in this feed If you’re not on my mailing list, we have exclusive emails every week, go to and sign up today, there’s some juicy business nuggets for you to enjoy. AppSumo is running insane lifetime deals right now for 12 different products that help you run your business. Forget monthly subscriptions, these lifetime deals mean you pay once and never have to pay again. Check it out now at
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Asking Is the Biggest Skill No One Uses
04/04/2024
Asking Is the Biggest Skill No One Uses
Today Noah Chats with Chris Hutchins, host of "All the Hacks", about the growth of his podcast and the art of making bold asks. In this conversation you’ll hear Chris’s masterclass in ‘The Power of Asking for What you Want’. Remember my coffee challenge, imagine that but on whatever those big bodybuilders take. This is huge advice. Follow his intentionality and laser focus in asking his way to becoming one of the biggest podcasters out there. Together, we explore podcast growth strategies, effective monetization tactics, and the importance of taking small, consistent steps towards progress. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: Making an ask easy to say yes to by doing the leg work for the person you’re asking Strategies how to monetize any podcast, content or project you’re working on Getting to no faster, how not to waste time on someone sitting on the fence, and moving on to the next option quicker. Enjoy these 3 things plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. Check Out Chris @ and his Podcast 'All the Hacks' If you enjoyed this and want to hear more about being a productive content creator, check out a previous episode we did with infamous YouTuber Ali Abdaal called How to Be Productive. That’s in this feed. 🌮 Wanna save money on software? Of course you do!! Find what you need on ✉️ Sign up to (I reply to emails) Go to for a free pack of their great sport drink.
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Brutally Honest Career Advice I Wish I Knew Earlier
03/28/2024
Brutally Honest Career Advice I Wish I Knew Earlier
Noah hops into his Miata shaped time machine to offer his younger self the Business Almanac Playbook, which has all the advice he’d ever need if he was to start over. In this episode you’ll hear 21 pieces of invaluable career advice. From the importance of being okay with uncertainty to the power of compounding & persistence, Noah shares practical insights from his professional highs and lows to help you navigate your own business journey today. In this conversation, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things: Why being the hub, connecting people can have a positive return 15 years later. How content creation is an opportunity magnet and most people give up too soon. What does a healthy work / life balance look like for a successful entrepreneur? Enjoy these 3 things plus a bunch more ear nuggets along the way. If you enjoyed this and want to hear more advice for young startups, go back and listen to our episode with Leif Rasmussen where he asks me questions about how to succeed as a young entrepreneur. That’s in this feed. 🌮 Wanna save money on software? Of course you do!! Find what you need on ✉️ Sign up to (I reply to emails)
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