TL;DR: Learn how to retire early, upgrade your headshot, and monetize your skills with our May Content Roundup
If we could all simply manifest our dreams into reality, none of us would ever need advice. (And we’d all be living in mansions on the beach.) But the truth is, we could all benefit from guidance, and our May Content Roundup is packed with actionable words of wisdom. Now you just have to settle in, grab a notepad, and get ready to learn. |
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Is this thing on? Starting a podcast may look easy, but attracting loyal listeners beyond your immediate family is actually pretty difficult. In “The Best Way To Start a Podcast Now,” we’ll teach you how to plan and execute a podcast poised for success, including a full 30-day launch checklist. Watch out, Joe Rogan. |
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All in your headshot Whether it's for your LinkedIn profile or website, having a knockout headshot is a must these days. No need to stress about it though. With just an iPhone and our tips in “Take Your Own Headshots Like a Pro,” you can say goodbye to that photo you’ve been using since 2007 and hello to a shot you’ll be proud to display. |
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Get out of your mind If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the ideas bouncing around in your brain, you may want to give mind mapping a try. As we explain in “Why You Should Start Mind Mapping,” this technique can not only help you organize and prioritize your thoughts, but also save you a whole lot of time and anxiety on that big, looming project. |
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Livin' it up You want to retire early, but after breaking your piggy bank, you realize it hasn't yielded the results you'd hoped. ("Okay, I've got $32.29 and an old ticket stub...") Fear not, because in “How I Retired at 30 Years Old (with a Day Job),” Noah Kagan explains how he went from sleeping on his mom’s couch to “retiring” at 30; i.e., giving himself the financial freedom to actively pursue the work that fuels him. |
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Opportunity is knocking “Never waste a good crisis” isn’t just a meaningless platitude—it’s good advice for anyone thinking of starting a business. As Noah outlines in “5 Post-Pandemic Business Ideas to Start in 2021 (backed by data),” opportunity abounds right now for entrepreneurs who know what people want. (Spoiler alert: people—us very much included—want to Hulk Smash a room full of junk.) |
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Funnel business Turning your e-commerce site visitors into customers is no easy feat. Fortunately, there are plenty of steps you can take to close those sales, as outlined in, “How to Build an E-commerce Sales Funnel: A Complete Guide.” Dive in and learn about the four stages of the sales funnel, why Casper ads work, and how to master the art of the exit pop-up. |
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Care package Managing customer relations is the cornerstone of your business, so it makes sense you want to find the perfect management tool. Luckily, we’ve saved you hours of research by curating a list of the “Best CRM Software for Startups in 2021,” including our top picks, companies that partner with us, and even free options. |
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At your service From books to couches to mini waffle makers, we've been buying physical goods online for years. But now, consumers are increasingly purchasing services, too. That means if you’ve got a skill, it's the perfect time to turn it into a business, and our article, “A Comprehensive Guide to Selling Services Online,” has all the information you need to hit the ground running. |
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| No(ah)-brainer In this episode of Noah Kagan Presents, the script is flipped when Noah himself is interviewed by Bilal Zaidi, the host and founder of Creator Lab, a podcast dedicated to helping people learn how to turn their ideas into action. You’ll learn how envisioning your deathbed thoughts can be helpful, when calling it quits is the smart move, and why Noah plans on working for the next 100 years. |
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