Howdy Reader! First of all, during this season of egg nog imbibing, Christmas cookie baking, last-minute present panicking, and fruitcake regifting, I want to pause and say thank you! Thank you for being a part of this newsletter community. One of the best gifts is opening my computer the day after an email goes out and getting a chance to respond to people who have replied to the newsletter. Thank you for taking the time to chat. It means a lot. Now, on to some cool new tools I had a chance...
16 days ago • 2 min read
Howdy Reader! AI as a relationship coach? Say what? Most of us have used AI in some form or another now. Either by having it summarize YouTube videos, create captions for our content, or even using ChatGPT to write a letter to Grandma (Please, no more hand-knitted sweaters this year! They’re itchy!) But help with relationships? I know what you’re saying… “Listen Jeff, I’m not some 19 year dude who lives in his mom’s basement. I don’t need a robot girlfriend.” I know, I know. I thought the...
21 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! I’m constantly amazed and encouraged by the creativity and resourcefulness of other creators. Since I’m big into repurposing, I’ve dabbled in the Amazon Influencers program for several years. I like the idea of filming videos on things I already have purchased for the business to make a little extra cha-ching. For me, it seemed a little like investing—not an immediate cash cow, but nickels and dimes that would stack up over time. That led me to be trained up in the way of the...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Sorry, this email is a day late, BUT I've got a new FREE resource for you! Since I started on this creator journey, I’ve been fascinated by creating images. From videos, motion graphics, stock photos, and templates, I’ve probably dipped my toe in almost every area of visual marketing. AI image generation is what excites me the most. FINALLY, we’re to the point now when you think of a visual in your brain; you can come really close to creating that on the screen. It’s been a...
29 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! It's Cyber Monday, so buckle up! Don't forget! (FTC disclaimer, folks!) All the links below are affiliate links. That means when you purchase through them, you’re not just scoring amazing deals—you’re also supporting the content I create each week. Thanks for signing up for these deal emails! I double-checked, and the discounts are still active. Don't wait to take advantage of these. First, Ecamm has extended the deal to 40% off for new customers. The catch is that you have to...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Well, you said yes to getting my deals emails. So away we go! Heads up! These deals are all affiliate links, so when you purchase from this list, you help support the content we put out each week. Thank you so much for your support! Software For one of my most used tools, ECAMM, Black Friday is in full swing! If you’ve watched my show, you’ve seen it in action. New Customers: 40% off Ecamm Live annual plans (Standard or Pro). I believe this lasts for only one day, so jump on it...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Howdy Reader! If you’re anything like me, you're slowly walking up from the football and tryptophan hangover from overindulging in yesterday’s Thanksgiving festivities. If you’re reading this from somewhere other than the U.S. I hope you had a productive Thursday with many, fewer calories. And now, the Christmas season is upon us! Fun fact, “Jingle Bells” wasn’t always a Christmas favorite. Initially composed in 1857 as “One Horse Open Sleigh,” James Pierpont wrote it as a Thanksgiving Day...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader!Our expensive kitchen trashcan just started making sounds like the squeaky door from an old horror movie when the lid finally decides to go down. We have had a bathroom with bare concrete for YEARS because we yanked up the floor since the dogs destroyed it, and it never got fixed. I have moles making highways in my yard. My back hurts. Half the country is elated, while the other half wonders, “How cold is Canada REALLY?” At first glance, everything seems to be falling apart. AND...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! AI has been creeping into our lives faster than you can say, “Good morning, Dave…” First Siri, then Alexa, and now OpenAI, Gemini, Claude, and countless others. Should we really be surprised that it’s changed the way we work? If you’re anything like me, your NORMAL workflow could use a bit of work. And NOW, with AI thrown into the mix, you can be as frustrated as a mosquito in a mannequin factory! Worry not, fearless reader. Today, we have a guest who can provide clarity and...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read