Show overview
Business Tao with George Kao has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 369 episodes. That works out to roughly 100 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 7 min and 22 min — with run-times ranging widely across the catalogue. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 5 days ago, with 18 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2021, with 112 episodes published. Published by George Kao.
From the publisher
George Kao shares a unique message for business: Create without resistance. Connect without guile. Succeed without stress. Find his best articles here: https://www.GeorgeKao.com . Topics include Authentic Marketing, Joyful Productivity, and Healthy Money. New episode every Monday. georgekao.substack.com
Latest Episodes
View all 369 episodesBuilding trust is more important than making the sale
The Core of Authentic Marketing: Bless and Let Go
Focus daily on your systems instead of your goals
no research needed: you know enough already
Why we resist doing the work of Market Discovery -- and my own confession
Build a business that honors your nervous system…
Don’t Build an Audience YET...
Everything is a distraction, except (very few things)...
Authentic marketing = public journaling in service to others :)
Why soulpreneurs are struggling to make money...
How to Create When You Don't Feel Like It...
The Solopreneur Myth
After 16 years of full-time solo income, I’ve learned that ease doesn’t come from “just going with the flow” -- it springs from keeping promises to myself… In this video I walk you through the weekly ritual that builds that muscle: schedule it, track it, honor it, then release attachment to perfection. If procrastination and overwhelm keep derailing your dream schedule, this video might just offer you the practical, soul-aligned structure you’ve been missing. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com
The Soulpreneur’s Guide to Real Productivity
I’m calling out the busy-work that keeps us soulpreneurs spinning—endless website tweaks, brand-name angst, and research rabbit holes—and replacing it with a single metric: valuable interaction with the people my business can best serve. When clients or referral partners actually move closer—comment, share, sign up—-that’s success. Anything else is noise that my soul can happily ignore :) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com
MrBeast, Hormozi, and the 111 Formula
In this video I break down my signature “111 Formula” for rapid traction: 40 content experiments, 20 market-discovery chats, 20 collaborations, 10 stage-two power posts, 6 joyful-productivity habits, and 5 crystal-clear case studies—all within a year (or turbo-charge it in six months). I walk you through why these numbers matter, how to line them up with your values, and what it feels like to build both a business and a better self, brick by brick. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com
My Struggle with Consistency -- and Becoming a Different Person
Most of my life, I’ve struggled with being consistent with good habits and keeping up with my work.If you’re a heart-based business owner or intuitive worker, maybe you can relate — feeling the resistance to doing certain important things, and letting hour after hour, day after day, pass.I used to be devastated when I realized that I was the one standing in my own way. I had all these dreams and visions, but my lack of discipline made them feel impossible. I thought I was unchangeable.Thankfully, I was wrong about that... This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com
"Life is unpredictable… how do I create consistently?"
Imagine you’ve promised a good friend - someone you genuinely care about - that you’ll reach out every single day. Your friend is struggling. They need your presence, your advice, or simply your thoughtful voice.You’d make time, wouldn’t you?You’d text them something meaningful, record a quick voice message, or even film a short video while waiting for your flight to board. You’d find a way. Because you made a commitment, and because you care.Now, what if you treated your audience exactly this way?Your ideal audience is that friend. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com
Lessons learned from making 2,000 videos 😊
When it comes to creating content, my biggest piece of advice, something I've learned after making thousands of videos and posts, is to create lightly. Don't get bogged down thinking each piece has to be a viral hit or perfectly polished. Instead, show up with a sincere intention, maybe think of it as public journaling, and just put it out there – bless and release. This way, you can try lots of different things without getting attached, see what resonates, and keep the creative energy flowing without the pressure. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com
Got a tiny audience? It's actually *better* for now...
In this episode, I share with you the creative workflow for my content. Create your own flow NOW, while your audience is small... or rather, much smaller than you'll have in the coming months and years! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com
Support is everywhere
Are you pouring your heart into your authentic business, yet sometimes feel lonely, wondering where support will come from? Where are the kindred spirits, the allies who will understand and uplift your efforts?You’re not alone in this feeling. Trust that there is definitely a path forward — a way to uncover the connections and resources waiting for you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com
Forget charisma -- THIS is what makes content engaging...
I stumbled upon a video which now has 76,000 *comments* and 16 million views 😲 Yet, it seems like a “boring” video compared to what most viral videos are like these days... you can find it on youtube by searching MIT Neurosurgeon Unemployed... This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com