Howdy Reader! Ever wish you could clone yourself just to get everything done? (Without the whole evil twin subplot, of course!) I get it. As creators, we're constantly juggling multiple tasks, wearing ALL the hats, and somehow trying to maintain our sanity in the process. That's exactly why I'm excited about this week's show. We're digging into the world of automation and systems with someone who's mastered the art of doing more by doing less. Meet Joe Casabona, the wizard behind the curtain...
13 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Listen, I try not to get too excited about every new AI tool that comes along (there are about 47 launched every day, am I right? 😅) But this one? This one's different. Google just quietly dropped what might be the biggest AI image creation breakthrough of the year - and the best part? It's completely FREE. I know what you're thinking... "Jeff, we've already got DALL-E and Midjourney. What's the big deal?" Here's the thing - this isn't just another image generator. This is...
16 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Ever feel like your LinkedIn profile is about as exciting as a 12-part documentary on how to boil water? Or maybe you're tired of sending connection requests and feeling like you're back in Jr. High, passing notes that say, “Do you like me? Check yes, no, or maybe.” Trust me, I get it. LinkedIn can feel like trying to crack a code sometimes - especially when you're not sure if you're doing it "right." That's why I'm super excited to have marketing strategist Cassie Tucker...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! I just finished watching The Diary of a CEO podcast with MrBeast, and holy moly, did it get my creative wheels turning! You know MrBeast, right? He's literally the biggest YouTuber on the planet, pulling in millions of views per video, running a burger empire, selling chocolate bars, and giving away more money than most of us will see in our lifetime through his philanthropy work. But here's the thing that really hit me between the eyes - his attitude toward experimentation and...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Ever watch someone nail a live video and think, "How do they make it look so easy?" I get it. The pressure of going live can make even the most confident person feel like a deer in headlights. One wrong word, and suddenly you're convinced everyone's judging your every "um" and "uh." But here's the thing - what if you could deliver powerful, engaging content in just ONE take? That's exactly why I'm excited to have Alec Johnson from Take One Tech on the show this week. He's...
27 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Ever feel like a fish out of water? That was me last week at the first-ever Newsletter Marketing Summit in Austin. Usually, I’m the guy on stage or hanging out with my conference buddy (and daughter) Abby. This time? I was just… that awkward bearded dude in the corner nursing his drink. Here’s the thing - I’ve spoken at countless conferences, but this one was different. I went solo. No speaking gig. No familiar faces. Just me, there to learn. And boy, did I learn something...
30 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Let's talk about everyone's favorite topic... TAXES! (Please don't throw anything at your screen; monitors are EXPENSIVE!) Listen, I get it. Most of us became creators because we love making content, not because we dream about spreadsheets and quarterly estimated payments. But here's the thing - managing your money properly can be the difference between doing this as a hobby and making it your full-time gig. That's why I'm super excited to bring you today's guest, Ralph Estep...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Remember Cheers? That cozy bar where "everybody knows your name"? Well, something fascinating is happening on the internet right now. The exodus from big social media has begun, with people seeking out smaller, more meaningful online spaces where genuine connections flourish. And I'm all in. Some of my favorite moments online aren't on the major platforms - they're in Dave Jackson's live School of Podcasting show on Saturdays or hanging out with Lou Mongello's WDW Radio group on...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Ever feel like you're stuck in the endless cycle of consuming content instead of creating it? Trust me, I get it. Sometimes it feels like we need the perfect setup, the right moment, or just one more piece of gear before we can really start creating. (Spoiler alert: We don't!) That's why I'm super excited about today's show. We're bringing in not one, but TWO creator powerhouses to help break through that overthinking paralysis and actually get stuff done. Doc Rock and Marielou...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read