James Schramko Podcast
Episodes
1086 – Build to Exit
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Looking to build your business into a sellable asset? James and guest Lloyd Thompson discuss tips and strategies for a smooth and profitable exit.
1085 – Unlocking Recurring Revenue: The Ultimate Guide to Membership Site Software
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and Kleq.com’s John Lint discuss the essentials of membership site software. Learn strategies and tools to build a profitable membership site.
1085 - Unlocking Recurring Revenue: The Ultimate Guide to Membership Site Software
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn strategies and tools to build a profitable membership site.
1084 – The Future of Search: AI-Powered Strategies Beyond SEO
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
AI assisted SEO is becoming a thing. James and SEOLeverage's Gert Mellak discuss the strategic shifts needed for marketers to keep up.
1084 - The Future of Search: AI-Powered Strategies Beyond SEO
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and SEOLeverage's Gert Mellak discuss the strategic shifts needed for marketers to keep up.
1083 – What are the Best Experts Selling?
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James sits down with KLEQ’s John Lint to discuss the membership model and strategies for online sales. Hear how you can apply these insights.
1083 - What are the Best Experts Selling?
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how you can apply these insights.
1082 – How to Get Better at Anything
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and guest Scott Young explore Scott's new book on how to get better at anything. Discover insights that can transform how you approach learning.
1082 - How to Get Better at Anything
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover insights that can transform how you approach learning.
1081 – Humans Defeating AI Robots
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With more people using AI to create marketing content, what's the score? James and guest Mario Peshev discuss the true abilities and limits of AI.
1080 – From 21K to 53K Per Month in 93 days – Case Study
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From $21K to $53K per month in just three months? James and GrowthLabz's Will Wang reveal the business growth accelerator behind the numbers.
1080 - From 21K to 53K Per Month in 93 days - Case Study
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and GrowthLabz's Will Wang reveal the business growth accelerator behind the numbers.
1079 – Buying Time. The Leverage Super Skill.
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how to buy back your time. James and VirtualDOO’s Lloyd Thompson explore how delegating well creates more freedom in business and life.
1079 - Buying Time. The Leverage Super Skill.
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and VirtualDOO’s Lloyd Thompson explore how delegating well creates more freedom in business and life.
1078 – Critical Reputation Management and the Influence of AI
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reputation management is more crucial than ever. Gert Mellak shares strategies to protect and fix your online reputation in today's digital world.
1078 - Critical Reputation Management and the Influence of AI
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gert Mellak shares strategies to protect and fix your online reputation in today's digital world.
1077 – Digital Investing Update. Buy, Sell or Build?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Recent disruptions and updates are reshaping digital investments. James and guest Matt Raad explore the possibilities for content websites in 2024.
1077 - Digital Investing Update. Buy, Sell or Build?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and guest Matt Raad explore the possibilities for content websites in 2024.
1076 – Cash Flow and Business Models – Work Less Make More Part 2
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James delves into cash flow and business models as discussed in his 2017 book, Work Less Make More. Hear how they still drive modern business success.
1076 - Cash Flow and Business Models - Work Less Make More Part 2
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how they still drive modern business success.
1075 – Effective You and Team – Work Less Make More Part 1
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James revisits game-changing concepts from his 2017 book, Work Less Make More. Learn how these strategies remain vital for business success in 2024.
1075 - Effective You and Team - Work Less Make More Part 1
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how these strategies remain vital for business success in 2024.
1074 – Membership Mastery: Building and Scaling Profitable Subscription Sites Part 2
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Benefit from James’s extensive experience in running profitable memberships, as he continues a checklist for how to make a membership site.
1074 - Membership Mastery: Building and Scaling Profitable Subscription Sites Part 2
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
He continues a checklist for how to make a membership site.
1073 – Membership Mastery: Building and Scaling Profitable Subscription Sites Part 1
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James shares a decade's worth of knowhow on building and scaling membership subscription sites that thrive. Join him in Part 1 of Membership Mastery.
1073 - Membership Mastery: Building and Scaling Profitable Subscription Sites Part 1
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join him in Part 1 of Membership Mastery.
1072 – Royalty Deals. Why I Love Them and How to Do Them!
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Royalty deals are often overlooked yet incredibly potent. Discover how leveraging others' successes can be a game-changer for your income stream.
1072 - Royalty Deals. Why I Love Them and How to Do Them!
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how leveraging others' successes can be a game-changer for your income stream.
1071 – In Search of The 100M Business Holy Grail
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncover the misconceptions and realities of growing a successful business. James recounts valuable lessons from a gifted but difficult boss.
1071 - In Search of The 100M Business Holy Grail
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James recounts valuable lessons from a gifted but difficult boss.
1070 – Getting Over 10,000 YouTube Views From 467 Subscribers
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Success on YouTube is about strategy, not subscriber count. James chats with Zac Mason about cracking the code with his video production methods.
1070 - Getting Over 10,000 YouTube Views From 467 Subscribers
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James chats with Zac Mason about cracking the code with his video production methods.
1069 – The Ridiculous Membership Hype…
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Membership sites are suddenly everywhere. James and Kleq’s John Lint discuss the factors like membership site software that propel the trend.
1069 - The Ridiculous Membership Hype...
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and Kleq’s John Lint discuss the factors like membership site software that propel the trend.
1068 – Reflections on Lessons Learned and Business Success
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 16 years, James's business has seen many transformations. Trace the entrepreneurial journey with him, highlighting lessons learned along the way.
1068 - Reflections on Lessons Learned and Business Success
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trace the entrepreneurial journey with me, highlighting lessons learned along the way.
1067 – 5 Actionable Tactics You can Do Right Now to Improve Your SEO
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is ranking your site in Google a struggle? James and SEOLeverage’s Gert Mellak explore five practical tactics that can immediately enhance your SEO.
1067 - 5 Actionable Tactics You can Do Right Now to Improve Your SEO
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and SEOLeverage’s Gert Mellak explore five effective SEO strategies that can immediately boost SEO.
1066 – Exploring Changes in Paid Traffic for 2024
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Digital advertising is not static, and 2024 has its share of changes. Join James and expert Ilana Wechsler as they explore shifts in ad strategies.
1065 – Is the Problem You or Your Team?
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who is to blame for your business's lack of growth, you or your team? James and VirtualDOO's Lloyd Thompson offer perspective and useful tips.
1065 - Is the Problem You or Your Team?
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James sits down with VirtualDOO’s Lloyd Thompson to shed light on who is to blame.
1064 – Event Marketing Strategies: Maximizing Paid Ad Campaign Results
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Step up your marketing game by integrating events into your strategy. James and Charley Valher look at the power of event marketing plus paid ads.
1064 - Event Marketing Strategies: Maximizing Paid Ad Campaign Results
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and Charley Valher look at the power of promoting an event plus paid ads.
1063 – Case Study: Triple Revenue with Multiple Brands and Strategic SEO
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the power of strategic SEO. James and SEOLeverage’s Gert Mellak reveal the innovative approaches that multiplied a client's revenue by thre...
1063 - Case Study: Triple Revenue with Multiple Brands and Strategic SEO
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and SEOLeverage’s Gert Mellak reveal the innovative approaches that multiplied a client's revenue by three.
1062 – 5 Stages of Growing a Business to Exit: Insights and Strategies
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and guest Rohan Sheth unpack the journey of building a business to sell. Tune in as Rohan shares a proven five-step format for growth and exit.
1061 – Send These Emails, Get More Leads
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Revitalize your lead generation with Will Wang's email strategies. He and James discuss how tailored communications can get more business leads.
1060 – What Does a Director of Operations Actually Do for Your Business? (AND Do You Need One?)
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder, what does a Director of Operations do? VirtualDOO's Lloyd Thompson sheds light on the critical role a DOO plays in business success.
1060 - What Does a Director of Operations Actually Do for Your Business? (AND Do You Need One?)
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
VirtualDOO's Lloyd Thompson sheds light on the critical role a DOO plays in business success.
1059 – Your Videos Don’t Get Views because Your Thumbnails Suck and You Don’t Have Hooks…
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How to make a good video for YouTube? It's not just about the content. James and guest expert Zac Mason talk thumbnails and video hooks.
1059 - Your Videos Don't Get Views because Your Thumbnails Suck and You Don’t Have Hooks…
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James and guest expert Zac Mason talk thumbnails and video hooks.
1058 – Paid Ad Insights from a Multi-Million Dollar per Month Agency
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the world of high-stakes digital advertising. Charley Valher shares insights from running millions of dollars a month in clients' paid ads.
1058 - Paid Ad Insights from a Multi-Million Dollar per Month Agency
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Charley Valher shares insights from running millions of dollars a month in clients' paid ads.
1057 – Beyond Boundaries: The Evolution of a Small Functional Medicine Agency – Mastering Growth and Success in Non-English Speaking Markets
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how a small functional medicine agency thrives internationally. Matt Dippl shares his journey, and the membership model that helped his success.
1057 - Beyond Boundaries: The Evolution of a Small Functional Medicine Agency - Mastering Growth and Success in Non-English Speaking Markets
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Dippl shares his journey, and the membership model that helped his success.
1056 – Top Ten Podcast Episodes from 2023
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What was this show's best of the best in 2023? James revisits the top episodes that struck a chord with listeners seeking growth and inspiration.
1055 - SEO Mastery: The Game-Changer of Full Agency Integration
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
SEOLeverage's Gert Mellak discusses what's possible.
350 – The Ask Method With Ryan Levesque
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Be the top player in your industry by learning how to ask questions that would direct your consumers to the right direction.
1055 – SEO Mastery: The Game-Changer of Full Agency Integration
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the untapped potential of in house SEO strategy when combined with agency expertise. SEOLeverage's Gert Mellak discusses what's possible.
1054 – Building Your YouTube Audience and Running Paid Traffic to Them
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can paid ads transform your YouTube audience? James and TeachTraffic's Ilana Wechsler share how using paid traffic can boost your organic growth.
1053 – How Installing an Operator can Make You Money
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Optimize your business with the right operator and boost business profitability. James and VirtualDOO’s Lloyd Thompson discuss how.
1053 - How Installing an Operator can Make You Money
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James and VirtualDOO’s Lloyd Thompson discuss how.
1052 – Exploring YouTube vs. Podcasting: My Journey and Questions
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast or Youtube? James and guest Charley Valher discuss the shift from audio podcasting to video. Content creators are in for a load of insights.
1052 - Exploring YouTube vs. Podcasting: My Journey and Questions
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James and guest Charley Valher discuss the shift from audio podcasting to video. Content creators are in for a load of insights.
1051 – Getting Better SEO Results with Less Stuff
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James and SEOLeverage's Gert Mellak break down the pros of content pruning in SEO. Hear how reducing content can boost your site's Google presence.
1051 - Getting Better SEO Results with Less Stuff
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how reducing content can boost your site's Google presence.
880 – Money Mindset Lies with Marisa Peer
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Has upbringing given you a misguided money mindset? Renowned therapist Marisa Peer says there's a mind over matter solution. Tune in and hear more.
1050 – Mastering Multi-Platform Advertising: When and How to Diversify Your Ads
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does multi-platform advertising intimidate you? James and Valher Media's Charley Valher cover the when, why, and how of advertising on new channels.
Mastering Multi-Platform Advertising: When & How to Diversify Your Ads
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James and Valher Media's Charley Valher cover the when, why, and how of advertising on new channels.
1049 – Exploring the Flippa.com Digital Marketplace: A Deep Dive into Website Trading with CEO Blake Hutchison
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Blake Hutchison, Flippa CEO, shares insights into successful website trading. He and James also talk trends and the future of digital marketplaces.
1048 – 9 Mental Toughness Exercises for Business Owners with Lloyd Thompson
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mental fortitude is a must in business. VirtualDOO's Lloyd Thompson guests to share practices that business owners can adopt to thrive under pressure.
1048 - 9 Mental Toughness Exercises for Business Owners with Lloyd Thompson
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
VirtualDOO's Lloyd Thompson guests to share practices that business owners can adopt to thrive under pressure.
1047 – Recurring Subscription Income with Your Own App – Case Study with Scott Baptie
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Looking to tap a stream of recurring income? Scott Baptie shares the success of joining his product with a subscription model and app technology.
1046 – Million-Dollar Emails: What to Send to Your Email Database
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A strategic email sequence can turn your list into a well of untapped wealth. James and GrowthLabz's Will Wang talk killer email marketing ideas.
1045 – Branding versus Performance Marketing for the Long Game
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wanted to create a personal brand? James and guest Angelo Porrovecchio talk branding vs. performance marketing in terms of long-term success.
1044 – How to Scale an Ads Account with Charley Valher
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To scale ad accounts isn't just about bigger budget. James and Valher Media's Charley Valher unpack the nuances of boosting reach and impact of ads.
1044 - How to Scale an Ads Account with Charley Valher
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James and Valher Media's Charley Valher unpack the nuances of boosting reach and impact of ads.
1043 – Turning Stale Content into Dollars with Jarrod Robinson
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your old content can become a new source of revenue – all through the magic of app creation. James and TheAppMatch’s Jarrod Robinson discuss.
1042 – Embracing Worth: The Journey from Insecurity to Self-Assurance with Jaemin Frazer
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are all somehow insecure. James and guest Jaemin Frazer from The Insecurity Project explore overcoming insecurity and embracing your worth.
1040 – Are You a Manager or a Leader? With Lloyd Thompson
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The roles of manager vs. leader often seem interchangeable, but are they? James and VirtualDOO's Lloyd Thompson share their takes on the topic.
1040 - Are You a Manager or a Leader? with Lloyd Thompson
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James and VirtualDOO's Lloyd Thompson share their takes on the topic.
1039 – 3 Ways to Improve Your Lead Quality from Advertising with Charley Valher
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you got leads but fall short on conversions? Maximize your quality of leads with actionable insights from ValherMedia’s Charley Valher.
1039 - 3 Ways to Improve Your Lead Quality from Advertising with Charley Valher
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maximize your advertising ROI with actionable insights from ValherMedia’s Charley Valher.
1038 – Doubling Google Traffic in 6 Months by Recovering Your Old Google Rankings
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Double your traffic? SEOLeverage's Gert Mellak shares how one brand turned dwindling Google rankings into massive success, in just half a year.
1038 - Doubling Google Traffic in 6 Months by Recovering Your Old Google Rankings
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
SEOLeverage's Gert Mellak shares how one brand turned dwindling Google rankings into massive success, in the space of half a year.
1037 – Everything Instagram, Personal Branding and Social Media Strategy with Brittany Worthington
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brittany Worthington shares her social media approach with James. Listen as she demystifies Instagram and offers key strategies for branding success.
1036 – Buying a Business Versus Starting a Business With Sophie Howard
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Torn between buying a business vs starting one? Sophie Howard shares her experiences and strategies from building an impressive business portfolio.
1035 – Newsletter Profits – Cold to Gold Strategies
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Newsletters can redefine your conversion game. Join James and GrowthLabz’s Will Wang as they explore the techniques behind successful email nurturin...
1034 – What I Changed to Get SEO Firing Again
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As SEO constantly evolves, so must our strategies. Join James and SEOLeverage’s Gert Mellak as they look at effective SEO strategy.
1034 - What I Changed to Get SEO Firing Again
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join James and SEOLeverage’s Gert Mellak as they look at changes to rekindle SEO success.
1033 – If You Have a Local Business… Do THIS for SEO
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Looking to up your local SEO game? James and SEOLeverage’s Gert Mellak have got you. Discover how to gain the benefits of SEO for local businesses.
1033 - If You Have a Local Business… Do THIS for SEO
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how to gain the benefits of SEO for local businesses.
1032 – Stop Wasting Ad Money: Which Ad Strategy is Right for Your Business?
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ad campaigns can be a financial sinkhole if not done correctly. James and ValherMedia’s Charley Valher discuss effective ad strategy selection.
1032 - Stop Wasting Ad Money: Which Ad Strategy is Right for Your Business?
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James and ValherMedia’s Charley Valher discuss effective advertising strategy selection.
1031 – Stickers: A Journey into the World of an Online Sticker Business
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mim Jenkinson turned a passion for the humble sticker into a profitable online business. She and James peel back the layers of her inspiring story.
1030 – Choosing the Wrong Ad Agency can have Dire Consequences
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The services you engage can make or break your paid campaigns. James and Teach Traffic’s Ilana Wechsler share tips to inform your ad agency selectio...
1029 – Vision in Business: Myth, Game-Changer, or Waste of Time?
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vision: the backbone of business or just fluff? VirtualDOO's Lloyd Thompson joins James to explore how to develop a mission and vision statement.
1029 - Vision in Business: Myth, Game-Changer, or Waste of Time?
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
VirtualDOO's Lloyd Thompson shares his expert take with James. Tune in as they examine both sides.
1028 – How Soulful is Your Existence? Cary Jack and I Find Out…
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How aligned is your soul with your life's journey? Dive into a transformative conversation with James and Cary Jack as they explore SOULMAPPIN.
1027 – Social Media Videos Won’t Make You Rich
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Going viral isn't a guaranteed payday. James and guest Stefanos Antypas shed light on the real impact of social media videos on business.