Grow With Evelyn on Skool: https://www.skool.com/grow-with-evelyn/about Calvin Hollywood on Skool: https://skool-communities.de/skool-international-warteliste 👉 How would I describe Calvin Hollywood in two words? Simply put, he’s a “Community leader” in the truest sense. Calvin is an incredible community leader, ace photographer, and pioneer in building engaged communities. He has also launched several YouTube channels, built business boot camps, and created over 150 products. Since 2019, he's been earning seven figures annually, and last year, he made the decision to fully focus on community building.❤️ His journey is nothing short of inspiring. 🏆

Growth Goodie Bag: https://digitalofferbuilders.com/grow-with-evelyn-goodie-box Grow With Evelyn on Skool: https://www.skool.com/grow-with-evelyn/about This episode of Grow with Evelyn is special and close to my heart. 🌱❤️ I’m super excited and honored to host Kevin Wong on my show. Kevin and I go back to when I was struggling with a 20% churn rate. He stepped in and helped me bring it down to under 5%. It saved my business and helped me achieve sustained growth. Join us as we chat about: ✅ Introduction and Kevin's entrepreneurial journey in community data analysis ✅ Learning problem-solving skills by running an escape room business ✅ Understanding churned and active members in a community ✅ Building member engagement in Skool communities ✅ Customizing community approach and setting clear member expectations ✅ The value of tracking time as an entrepreneur ✅ Balancing work, personal life, and passion ✅ Kevin's perspective on gamification and the power of tracking real behaviors ✅ Leveraging data analysis and automation to uncover community insights ✅ Exploring the potential of the metaverse for building connections and engagement The key to this turnaround? Kevin helped me understand the importance of data and analytics and the power of data-driven decisions in building engagement and scaling communities. He’s here to unpack all his secrets to help you achieve the same. "Understanding the behavior of churned and active members in a community is so crucial. It helps us figure out what's causing churn and how we can improve member retention.” Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Kevin's entrepreneurial journey in community data analysis 03:21 - Learning problem-solving skills by running an escape room business 07:46 - Understanding churned and active members in a community 16:41 - Customizing community approach and setting clear member expectations 20:31 - The value of tracking time as an entrepreneur 25:16 - Balancing work, personal life, and passion 45:14 - Kevin's perspective on gamification and the power of monitoring real behaviors 46:58 - Exploring the metaverse for building connections and engagement Episode Resources: Kevin Wong on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinveewong/ Raid the Room on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/raid-the-room/ Raid the Room Website: https://raidtheroom.com/ Know Your Data on Skool: https://www.skool.com/know-your-data/about Evelyn Weiss on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evelyn-weiss-a125b3190/ Evelyn Weiss on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growwithevelyn/ Grow With Evelyn on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/grow-with-evelyn-monetize-your-personal-professional/id1741339082 Grow With Evelyn on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5tLNCYaLQtywjPYq5TlM1t Grow With Evelyn on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLE-e-3GaMsO_S59bHKtHr5k8kwDsCbrQ8

Grow With Evelyn on Skool: https://www.skool.com/grow-with-evelyn/about 👉 Alex Hormozi is a founder, author and investor. He has founded and exited 3 companies, the largest for $46.2M in 2021. Alex believes that any business with the right strategies can hit the nine-figure mark, and he’s here today to tell us how. ❤️ In this episode, we talk about: ✅ His biggest bet... the investment in skool ✅ How to build communities on Skool ✅ How to build your personal brand ✅ Looking at your growth on Skool from different angles ✅ Retaining your brand essence while scaling communities ✅ How to actually overcome Imposter Syndrome ✅ How truth is the ultimate marketing strategy for building trust ✅ Tips for establishing your authority ✅ Finding the right business partner to drive community growth ✅ Three things you should know before building a community ✅ How to build cash flow ✅ How to use comparison and evaluation and overcome constraints This was such an inspiring episode to record, and I’m so excited to be able to share it with you all. Enjoy 🌱😍 Acquisition University on Skool “One way of scaling a community is to empower its members to become champions and leaders. This creates a network of connections and expertise.” Alex Hormozi Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Alex’s backstory 05:08 - How to build communities on Skool 08:00 - How to build your personal brand 12:45 - Looking at your growth on Skool from different angles 20:06 - Retaining your brand essence while scaling communities 26:35 - Overcoming the Imposter Syndrome 28:18 - How truth is the ultimate marketing strategy for building trust 37:09 - Tips for establishing your authority 39:44 - Finding the right business partner to drive community growth 44:47 - Top three things you should know before building a community 56:12 - The business skill easiest to develop 59:03 - How to use comparison and evaluation and overcome constraints 01:04:03 - Learning to read between the lines 01:13:05 - Overcoming the nasty middle challenges Episode Resources: Alex Hormozi on LinkedIn Alex Hormozi on X Alex Hormozi on YouTube Acquisition.com Website Acquisition University on Skool Skool Website Evelyn Weiss on LinkedIn Evelyn Weiss on Instagram Grow With Evelyn on Apple Podcasts Grow With Evelyn on Spotify Grow With Evelyn on YouTube

I can't put into words how excited I am to finally release this episode of Grow With Evelyn 🌱🩷 👉 Leila needs no introduction. She is an incredibly successful entrepreneur, investor, and operator and has started and scaled three companies, achieving over $120M in cumulative sales across software, service, e-commerce, and brick-and-mortar—all without a single penny of outside capital ✊ 👉 By 2021, Leila transitioned to board positions in her companies, allowing her the freedom to embark on a new adventure: Acquisition.com. This amazing company is dedicated to helping founder-led businesses on their journey to $100 million. 👉 Today, her portfolio generates over $200M in revenue across a variety of industries. Her mission? To make real business education accessible to everyone. I have personally learned a lot from Leila and her work, and you can too 💪🏻 Join us as we chat about: ✅ Leila's self-belief journey ✅ Business as personal growth tool ✅ Blending work and life with your tribe ✅ Compare and learn to level up ✅ Copy traits of your heroes ✅ Write goals, think logically ✅ Say no and mean it ✅ Learn from f*ck-ups, especially in team-building ✅ How to actually hire and train This is an episode you don’t want to miss. Enjoy 🌱 😍 Acquisition University on Skool: https://www.skool.com/acquisitionuniversity "I have this belief that if someone else can do it, so can I. And that has served me so well in my life because it just opens up so many possibilities.” Leila Hormozi

Clayton Bates' journey in monetizing his growth is truly inspiring. As a seasoned entrepreneur, he brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Clayton is recognized as Australia's foremost Shopify Expert, and he leads a lively and engaged community on Skool. His courses and mentorship have empowered countless Shopify businesses to achieve over $100 million in sales. In this episode, we talk about: How to discover ways to create profit from your personal growth Clayton’s journey from selling trading cards to Shopify expert The single best way to boost your self confidence The importance of asking yourself what your passion is Clayton’s #1 consistency hack Creating community engagement with personalized feedback How believing in yourself changes the game You don’t want to miss this one, Enjoy 🌱😍 Clayton’s Skool: Inspire Agency Owners "Pretty much anything is possible when you put your mind to it. What are you going to put your mind to?" Clayton Bates

Welcome to another episode of Grow with Evelyn. I’m excited to host this show because I will talk to someone who is an ideal example of monetizing your personal growth journey, albeit in the weirdest but coolest way. Ryan Duncan is a Community Expert at Skool. Join us as we discuss the importance of monetizing your growth journey, strategies for retaining customers, and Ryan’s experience in scaling the GIF community on Skool. Ryan also shares details on how he successfully monetized his personal growth journey in a unique way. We also touch on hacks for building engagement and fostering the right culture in your online community. How many of you experience the fear of asking due to fear of rejection? Ryan shares tips on overcoming this fear. If you want to learn how to create and scale a profitable online community, this podcast is a must-listen.

Welcome to another episode of Grow with Evelyn. Joining me today is Julia Schürer, a leading Business Growth Coach. Join us as Julia shares her incredible journey from being a successful copywriter to building a six-figure business in the German market. She discusses overcoming language barriers, dealing with haters, and the power of storytelling in email marketing. Julia's insights and advice are inspiring for aspiring entrepreneurs. Tune in to learn how to set the right expectations with subscribers and build a sustainable and authentic business. Don't miss out on Julia's "Grow Your List Mentoring" event.

Welcome to another episode of Grow with Evelyn. Joining me today is Tom Hunt, Founder and CEO of Fame, a leading podcast production agency that incubates, nurtures, and scales some of the most profitable podcasts. Tom shares his journey from appearing on Dragon's Den to founding Fame and provides insights into his experience of managing and scaling over 100 podcasts. He talks about the benefits of podcasting, the importance of positioning and relationships, and offers practical tips for podcast management. We also cover topics like outsourcing, podcast promotion, and finding podcasts to pitch to. Tom shares valuable lessons for starting a podcast and emphasizes the importance of consistency in quality, perseverance, and retention of your core audience. If you're interested in podcasting and want practical advice on how to start your podcast, you can’t afford to miss this conversation.

Welcome to another episode of Grow with Evelyn. Joining me today is Neta Talmor, Creator and Owner of the No Hassle Website. Neta discusses her entrepreneurial journey and launching her business. She also highlights her experiences with failed businesses, her learnings from the failures, and how she never gave up on her dream of being a successful entrepreneur. She relives her aha moment when she cracked the code for operating a successful business and emphasizes the importance of being in the right community and surrounded by customers. Neta's natural inclination is to simplify processes and make them easier and more efficient to implement.

Welcome to another episode of Grow with Evelyn. Joining me today is David Ondrej, Founder of David Ondrej s.r.o. Join us as we discuss AI, content creation, and community building. We share valuable insights on improving AI models like ChatGPT, useful AI tools, and the impact of AI on platforms like YouTube. We also explore the importance of transferable skills, consistent effort, and the future of AI. David's dedication and passion for his work is an inspiration. I also highlight the value of networking and connecting with like-minded individuals.

Welcome to another episode of Grow with Evelyn. Joining me today is someone whose journey I have followed as a fan since 2020, and I’m privileged to have her on my podcast. Let’s say hi to Cathy Olson. Cathy is the Co-Founder and CEO of FG Funnels, the only female-run sales funnel-building platform. Join us as we discuss our online journeys and share our views on the importance of pushing boundaries to make a meaningful impact. Cathy shares her insights on finding a good business partner, the evolution of her business, and tips for overcoming the challenges of expressing your opinions online. She also delves into the future of paid communities and memberships, the need for new platforms, and the importance of adapting to the changing market. You have to keep trying till you succeed. Cathy emphasizes the importance of perseverance and not giving up in the face of challenges. If you're interested in learning about building funnels, creating irresistible offers, and succeeding in the online world, this podcast is a must-listen!

Welcome to another episode of Grow with Evelyn. Joining me today is Laurel Portié, Social Media Strategist, Marketing Consultant, and Founder of AdCoachingfor7. Listen in as we discuss Laurel’s journey in building a successful community with Facebook ads. She shares her experience in transitioning from a TV producer and marketer who had a passion for writing scripts for commercials to social media advertising and provides valuable tips for overcoming fears and representing oneself authentically on camera. We also discuss the importance of competition, collaboration, and building a strong pipeline. Laurel emphasizes the need for strategy, integrity, and patience in building a business and offers valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to build a thriving online community.

Max Perzon is a Swedish Entrepreneur who teaches people how to make money online with Skool. In this episode, we talk about: - How he doubled sales in the last 30 days - Crowdsourcing ideas and team members from within his community - The bizarre niche that's making $5k per month on Skool - Shutting down his highly profitable agency - Why your friends secretly don't want you to level-up - And advice he'd give to anyone who wants to succeed on Skool Check it out. Max's Skool: https://www.skool.com/maxfree

Matthew Thompson is a podcaster from Belfast and the host of Skool Stories. In this episode, he talks about: - Why he fired Evelyn - How he got into podcasting and his journey to 600+ interviews - Deleting social media after becoming an influencer - Going deep, not wide - Getting hired by Skool - And how to be an artist while making money Check it out. Matt's Free Podcast Skool: https://www.skool.com/podcast

Kai Nemzer is a YouTuber with over 2 million subscribers. In this episode, we talk about: How much money YouTubers really make The psychology behind dealing with hate comments Tricking your brain into doing “impossible” things Knowing when to pivot vs double down Becoming disconnected with your audience Experiencing success at such a young age And the power of taking action. Check it out. P.S. Since recording, Kai has added $30k monthly recurring revenue to his new community in under 3 weeks: https://www.skool.com/ytgrowth

Nicole Dicristofaro is the founder of Divine Flow Creative and a design alchemist who uses archetypes to craft brands that resonate with you and your ideal clients. In this episode, we talk about: How entrepreneurship is like Jumanji The power of archetypes for business owners Having the courage to “not serve everyone” as a customer What most people don’t know about the caterpillar → butterfly metaphor And how to tap into your intuition to show you the next step of your journey. Check it out! Link to Nicole’s free checklist: https://divineflowcreative.com/

Sam Ovens is the CEO and founder of Skool. In this episode, we talk about: Why he got bored of Ferraris (And what he spend his money on now instead) The #1 trait business owners need to succeed Why weird wins on the internet The ONLY 3 ways to get customers online What acquisition strategy he would choose if starting from scratch Some of his favourite niches on Skool And his advice for aspiring community builders Check it out!

Laura Buhl is a 7-Figure Business Owner who specializes in selling journals via Amazon KDP and coaching others to do the same. In this episode, we talk about: How she got started by “accidentally” making $1000 on Amazon What years of travelling taught her about being resourceful Using Amazon as a printing, delivery and customer-getting machine The compounding effect of personal development Her #1 mantra for dealing with life's greatest challenges And why she continues to coach people even though her journal business is so successful Check it out! P.S. Here's a link to Laura's cheatsheet and free community: https://www.skool.com/sell-journals-more-on-amazon-9590/classroom/0383ae84?md=cf33a3c877c74272a6e8103ef1ca40b0

In this exclusive episode, Evelyn sits with Matt to share her story in the deepest, most personal interview yet! Along the way they cover things like: The superpowers Evelyn’s had from childhood Why she hated school (even though she was a straight-A student) Being bullied for writing her first book Leaving home at 16 to become a waitress How she became a wizard at running ads Her unbelievable journey to becoming “The Queen of Low-Ticket” Building her business to $250k per month and beyond The relationship between co-dependency and sensitivity Learning to set boundaries as an empath The true cost of growth And how business has radically transformed her life and the lives of so many people other people around the world. Check it out and be sure to show Evelyn some love in the comment below <3

Jessa Bellman is a passive income & digital product coach with 125,000+ sales on Etsy and 7,961+ monthly paying students. In this episode, we talk about: Her transition from freelancer to product creator How digital products allow her to live her dream lifestyle Navigating niches and what's worked best for her One proven technique to stay consistent & avoid overwhelm Building a business while taking care of a newborn baby And how her business journey has led to her own personal transformation Check it out! Jessa's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThatJessaB Jessa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatjessab/?hl=en Evelyn's free niche training: https://www.coachgrowthhub.com/niche-optin