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Ep 248Entrepreneurial Scars - Have You Heard This One Yet?

Why these things can and should move you forward as opposed to pulling you backwards. On this special replay episode of Marketing Secrets podcast, Russell talks about the inner battle entrepreneurs face with past regrets. Russell shares his own experiences and observations, including: Why the founding fathers gave us the gift of bankruptcy Why Russell spent an hour and a half on stage talking about his failures How Russell's "failures" qualified him to work with one of the world's top business consultants If you've ever gone through bankruptcy or messed up and done something stupid in your business, today's episode is for you. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/248-entrepreneurial-scars-have-you-heard-this-one-yet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 9, 201915 min

Ep 247Aggregate, The Secret Formula

The creation and aggregation process... On this episode Russell talks about what it means to aggregate information and turn it into something different, and how that is not the same thing as ripping somebody off. Here are some of the awesome things in this episode: Why taking pieces of information from different people and compiling it into something you make your own is different than stealing. Why studying information from several sources gives you a better overview of an entire topic. And how aggregating all the information you have learned, helps others who are learning from you. So listen here to find out how Russell aggregates information on different topics. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/247-aggregate-the-secret-formula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 7, 201912 min

Ep 246THE TRAFFIC SECRETS BOOK IS DONE!!!

Last night I had a chance to write the forward of the book, and this one is dedicated to... On today's episode Russell talks about finally submitting the manuscript of Traffic Secrets so that he can never touch it or change it again. Here are some of the things you will hear about in this episode: Find out why Russell rewrote the entire 2nd section before submitting the final manuscript. Hear the story about why Russell is so passionate about being proud of his work. And find out why Russell is hoping the Traffic Secrets book can help change millions of lives. So listen here to find out how the process of submitting the final manuscript of Traffic Secrets went. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/246-the-traffic-secrets-book-is-done Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 2, 20199 min

Ep 245DID YOU MISS IT?!?!

The insider lessons that ONLY my hardcore funnel hackers saw. On this episode Russell talks about some people's reaction to the birthday launch campaign, and why they should be recognizing it for what it's worth. Here are some of the amazing things you will hear in this episode: Find out why some people think that the launch was annoying, and why Russell thinks they should be looking at it all differently. Why Russell believes this campaign is going to bring about hundreds of millions of dollars of valuation to Clickfunnels. And why this entire campaign is history in the making, and why you should take advantage of your front row seat. So listen here to find out why you shouldn't be annoyed when Russell markets to you, and should instead learn from what he's doing to have the fastest growing software company probably ever. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/245-did-you-miss-it Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 30, 201913 min

Ep 244The Insane Aftermath Of The Birthday Launch

The software crashed, Facebook crashed, everything crashed... yet somehow, the show still went on. On today's episode Russell talks about how the big birthday announcement went. Here are some of the things he talks about that happened during the launch: What crashed just 30 minutes before the launch, and why they went live anyway. Find out how many people watched the announcements live. And find out what FunnelFlix is and how you can gain access to this amazing new thing. So listen here to find out some of the excruciating details of the birthday launch, and what actually changed with Clickfunnels itself. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/244-the-insane-aftermath-of-the-birthday-launch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 25, 201914 min

Ep 243The Buzz Behind The Birthday Announcement

Have you been watching the buzz that we've been creating? Listen in on my thoughts about what we're doing and why. On today's episode Russell recounts how an announcement he's making on Clickfunnels' 5 year birthday got so much buzz. Here are some of the exciting things you will hear in this episode: How so many rumors about an upcoming announcement came from a simple two minute video. What some of the rumors going around about Clickfunnels 5 year birthday announcement are. And how studying the story of P.T. Barnum helped Russell see why creating buzz would be a better way to make announcements. So listen here to see how so much buzz was created around this announcement, and don't forget to watch Facebook Live on Monday to find out what the announcement actually is. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/243-the-buzz-behind-the-birthday-announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 23, 201916 min

Ep 24210 Years Ago In Fiji...

My surprising transformation from my last trip to Fiji to this trip... On this special episode recorded in the Namale Resort in Fiji, Russell reflects on the last time he was there, and how different his life is than he had expected. Here are some of the cool things you will hear about on today's episode: Where Russell's business was when he first went to the Namale Resort ten years ago. What he thought he'd be doing in ten years, and how it's different from how it actually is. And why Russell and Tony Robbins both believe people overestimate what they are capable of doing in a year, and underestimate what they are capable of doing in a decade. So listen here to find out how Russell's expectations from ten years ago differ from his reality now. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/242-10-years-ago-in-fiji Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 18, 201913 min

Ep 241Strategic Chess Moves

Are you watching the strategy behind what we're doing and why we're doing it? If not, start watching closer. On this episode Russell talks about making some strategic chess moves with Clickfunnels in the near future that won't make sense to people on the outside. Here are some of the awesome things to look for in today's episode: When you can look forward to some announcements from Clickfunnels, and why you should look at the underlying strategies. And hear an example of somebody else in the business that is also making strategic moves, and why Russell thinks they are doing it. So listen here to find out when Clickfunnels will be making some announcements, and find out why Russell wants you to look at the strategy behind it. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/241-strategic-chess-moves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 16, 201912 min

Ep 240Without This, You're Guaranteed To Lose

Without this one thing, he would never even let his wrestlers step on the mat. On today's episode Russell talks about a lesson he learned long ago from Dan Gable about knowing you're going to win, and how he applies it to his life today. Here are some of the awesome things to listen for in this episode: Why his daughter's soccer team didn't believe they could win, and how that effected the game. How hoping for success is giving yourself an excuse to fail. And how Russell applies one Dan Gable quote to his relationships, business, and when he competes in sports. So listen here to see why knowing you will be successful is the key to making it happen. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/240-without-this-you-re-guaranteed-to-lose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 11, 201911 min

Ep 239Spend The Time To Make Your Art Sexy

Behind the scenes look at the creation of the art that sells the art. On today's episode Russell talks about the upcoming photo shoot for his Traffic Secrets book, and why we should put as much time and energy into the marketing of our art as we do into the art itself. Here are some of the fascinating things you will hear in this episode: Why watching Russell's Instagram, should give you an idea of how he has been marketing his book throughout the process of writing it. Why it is important for Russell to think about the marketing of his book before he has even finished writing it. And what kinds of things Russell is doing and has done for the last year to prepare for the launch of the Traffic Secrets book. So listen here to find out why you should be spending an equivalent amount of energy on making your art sexy, as you did creating the art in the first place. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/239-spend-the-time-to-make-your-art-sexy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 9, 201910 min

Ep 238Stop Selling Through Significance

Selling through significance will stop your growth, selling through the success stories of your students will change everything. On this episode Russell talks about the difference between selling through significance and selling through the success stories of your students. Here are some of the insightful things to look for in this episode: Why selling through significance will only get you to a certain point, and why it makes your audience feel dirty. What it means to sell through the success stories of your students. And why sometimes when we start off selling with significance, and why we should move away from it as quickly as possible. So listen here to find out why selling with significance makes Russell and your audience cringe. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/238-stop-selling-through-significance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 4, 201912 min

Ep 237TRAFFIC SECRETS!!! (A Sneak Peek...)

Everyone's been begging me for a glimpse of Traffic Secrets, and while I can't show you the book, I will give you a sneak peek. On today's episode Russell gives an interesting sneak peek into his Traffic Secrets book which he is in the process of finishing. Look for these awesome things in this episode: What he has been doing over the last few days to finish the first draft of the book. What his plans for the cover to look like are. What each section of the book will be about and when it will finally be out for everyone to read. So listen here to get an amazing sneak peek into Russell's new upcoming book, Traffic Secrets. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/237-traffic-secrets-a-sneak-peek Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 2, 201914 min

Ep 236When The Pressure Goes Up... How To Survive

Three things that I do to help survive and thrive when the stress and pressure of everything starts building. On this episode Russell talks about how he is surviving right now while pressure is high from writing a book, being a family man, and running a company. He gives three solid tips that will help anyone feeling similar pressure to get through it. Here are his three tips in this episode: Have a vision of what you want to accomplish. You have to create deadlines. You need to build out an amazing support team. So listen here to find out how to apply these tips into your life when the heat is on and you need to get stuff done. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/236-when-the-pressure-goes-up-how-to-survive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 28, 201915 min

Ep 235Five Good Friends To Crush Any Market

A little piece of advice I gave a new entrepreneur 12 years ago that I want to give to you as well. On today's episode Russell talks about a conversation he had with Justin Brooke 12 years ago about how he would get back on top if he lost it all. He shares the advice he gave him back then because it is still relevant today. Here are some of the great things to look for in this episode: First hear how Russell and Justin know each other, and how this conversation came about. And find out why 5 good friends is better than 100,000 subscribers. So listen here to Russell explaining what he said to Justin in a random hotel room 12 years ago, and why it still applies to this day. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/235-five-good-friends-to-crush-any-market Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 26, 20197 min

Ep 234Smashing The Frame Of Skepticism

If you're not careful, this frame will 100% guarantee your failure. On this episode Russell responds to a Facebook post talking about being skeptical about his one funnel away challenge working. He goes into detail about how skepticism isn't doing you any favors in your business and why you should rid yourself of it. Here are some of the informative things in today's episode: Find out how Russell got over his own skepticism and why he thinks it is one of the worst personality traits. Hear why he thinks people who are skeptical will never be successful. And Find out how to ditch your own skepticism to allow yourself to have faith in what you are doing, and have success. So listen below to hear why being skeptical is guaranteed to hinder your own success. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/234-smashing-the-frame-of-skepticism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 21, 201910 min

Ep 233Success Shortcuts...

The fastest way to shortcut success in any area of your life. On this episode Russell talks about how having coaches in different parts of your life is like having a shortcut to success. Here are some of the insightful things you will hear in today's episode: Find out why watching his daughter have a one on one soccer practice made Russell remember that he needed more coaching in his life. Hear about why Russell and his wife Collette, still find it beneficial to go to a marriage retreat, even though they have had a mostly successful marriage for 17 years. And find out how Russell has been able to tune coaches out in wrestling and only listen when he needed them, and how that relates to his business life. So listen here to find out why getting coaching is basically a shortcut to success. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/233-success-shortcuts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 19, 201910 min

Ep 232The Framework + The Four Secret Steps

The framework I use to build frameworks; and create content, courses and products. On this episode Russell gives an amazing run through how to teach with a framework of four simple steps. Here are some of the awesome things in this episode: What it means to teach a framework. What the difference is between strategy and tactic. And why a webinar only has three steps instead of four, and which step you skip. So listen here to find out how to teach effectively. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/232-the-framework-the-four-secret-steps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 14, 201915 min

Ep 231Kids And Entrepreneurship (Part 3 of 3)

Kids, Business, Marriage - how do you do all the things? Get a glimpse during the last of this 3 part series on how to raise an entrepreneurial family! On today's super special episode, part three of three, Russell and his lovely wife, Collette are interviewed by Joshua and Ashley Latimer about being an entrepreneurial family. Here are the questions Russell and Collette answer in part three: What ways do you teach your kids about entrepreneurship and finances? What advice would you give a highly driven entrepreneurial family? How important is it to have a like minded community? So listen here to Russell and Collette as they answer these important questions. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/231-kids-and-entrepreneurship-part-3-of-3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 12, 201922 min

Ep 230Interview With Collette On Our Family Culture (Part 2 of 3)

This is the second episode in an exciting series where you'll get a chance to meet my wife Collette and her views on running an entrepreneurial family. On today's super special episode, part two of three, Russell and his lovely wife, Collette are interviewed by Joshua and Ashley Latimer about what their family culture is like. Here are the questions Russell and Collette answer in part two: If you had to start over, what advice would you give your younger self? What does it mean to be a Brunson? How does your family stay motivated during tough times, and how do you reset? And What are some marriage and parenting systems that are working for you? So listen here to find out what it's like to be a Brunson by taking a sneak peek into their family culture. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/230-interview-with-collette-on-our-family-culture-part-2-of-3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 7, 201917 min

Ep 229You Asked For It! Interview With My WIFE! (Part 1 of 3)

The #1 request I get from our listeners is they want to hear behind the scenes from my wife's perspective on what it's like running an entrepreneurial family. On today's super special episode, part one of three, Russell and his lovely wife, Collette are interviewed by Joshua and Ashley Latimer about what it's like to be an entrepreneurial family. Here are the questions Russell and Collette answer in part one: What is the best/hardest thing about being an entrepreneur? How is it possible to aggressively pursue business dreams but still have a happy home life? And finally, they talk about one of the hardest times in their life and how they got through it together. So listen here to finally hear Collette give her first interview on what it's like to be married to Russell. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/229-229-you-asked-for-it-interview-with-my-wife-part-1-of-3-part-1-of-3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 5, 201922 min

Ep 228Winning Vs. Personal Development

An interesting analogy from the top soccer players in the world. On today's episode Russell talks about the way soccer works everywhere in the world with the exception of America, and how it relates to personal development within business. Here are some of the awesome tidbits to listen for in this episode: Why soccer in America is more focused on winning, while other countries are focused on the development of individual players. How personal development in soccer relates to the personal development of people in your team at your company. And why it's important to help your team develop instead of focusing solely on making money. So listen here to find out how business and soccer relate, and how personal development helps both of them in the long run. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/228-winning-vs-personal-development Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 31, 201910 min

Ep 227Why I Hate Running And What That Has To Do With Your Business

An interesting glimpse of why I struggle at running, and how it might relate to you if you're struggling in your business. On this episode Russell talks about running with Collette on his family reunion and realizing why he has always hated running. He relates hating running to the way other people hate running a business, and gives some helpful advice about how to enjoy the journey. Here are some of the awesome tidbits to listen for in today's episode: What made Russell realize the reason he hated running. How running is similar to running a business and why "looking at your feet" is the reason you aren't enjoying it. And why you have to train yourself to look up to be able to enjoy the journey of running a business. So listen here to find out why you need to stop looking at your feet while you run, just like Russell. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/227-why-i-hate-running-and-what-that-has-to-do-with-your-business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 29, 20198 min

Ep 226WARNING: Russell's List Building Rant

Behind the scene's access to a late night conversation with the two comma club coaching students. On this special episode Russell rants to his Two Comma Club X members about how to build a list and why it's so important. Here are some of the super awesome nuggets you'll be hearing about in this episode; Hear nearly a billion ways Russell has built his list over the years, and how you can use them as well. Find out why email lists are still the most important lists to build. And when creating a product, why listening to the market is key to giving them what they want. So listen here to to all Russell's creative and genius ways to build your list in the market of your choice. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/226-warning-russell-s-list-building-rant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 24, 20191h 11m

Ep 225Why You HAVE To Celebrate Others' Success

The #1 thing that might be keeping you from your own success, is your inability to celebrate others. On today's episode Russell talks about his reasoning for celebrating the success of others even if you don't feel they deserve it. He also discusses his summer schedule and why he can't wait for school to start again. Here are some of the awesome things to listen for in this episode: Why celebrating or complaining about others success seeps into your subconscious. Why you should never say a movie sucks. And why summertime is making Russell's body shut down from exhaustion. So listen here to find out how you can make success seep into your subconscious in a good way and help you become more successful. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/225-why-you-have-to-celebrate-others-success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22, 201910 min

Ep 224Private Voxer Coaching Call (Listen In!!)

One of my friends is a new entrepreneur and asked a really good question, so Steve Larsen and I decided to tag team it for you!! On this episode Russell enlists the help of Stephen Larsen to talk to another friend of his about entrepreneurship and what he should be focusing on as he tries to figure out how to make and stick with a product. Here are some insightful things in today's episode: Why both Russell and Stephen believe Jaime is focusing on the wrong thing as he looks to start a business. How switching his focus from himself to his customers will help him find what he should be selling. And some final advice for finding fulfillment in entrepreneurship. So listen here as Russell and Stephen tell Jaime (and everyone else) how to best get started as an entrepreneur. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/224-private-voxer-coaching-call-listen-in Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 17, 201928 min

Ep 223The Shocking Response From Lindsey Stirling...

During my live on stage Q&A, I did not expect her to say this... On today's episode Russell shares an interview he did with Lindsey Stirling at Funnel Hacking Live 2019 and talks about what some of the things she said were and why he wasn't expecting it. Here are some of the amazing things you will hear in this episode: Why Lindsey thought that America's Got Talent was right about her not being good enough. Find out what Lindsey's book is about, and how it follows a theme of her life. And see why Lindsey is also involved in Operation Underground Railroad. So listen here to find out how Lindsey Stirling got started, and how her story is similar to that of an entrepreneur. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/223-the-shocking-response-from-lindsey-stirling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 15, 201915 min

Ep 222The Two Shifts That Most People Missed...

Two quick comments that Lindsey Stirling made at Funnel Hacking Live that could change your life. On today's episode Russell shares comments made by Lindsey Stirling at Funnel Hacking Live 2019, and how they relate to his own journey in marketing. Here are some of the awesome things to listen for in this episode: Hear Russell's perspective to comments Lindsey made at Funnel Hacking Live between songs. Find out how Lindsey got started on YouTube, and how it seems similar to things other marketers have probably done. And see why Lindsey and Russell both think that finding success can change who you are, and how they have been able to stay grounded. So listen here to find out how Lindsey Stirling has found success, and why her journey seems so familiar. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/222-the-two-shifts-that-most-people-missed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 10, 201914 min

Ep 221Mindset When Your Funnel Flops

How to prepare yourself mentally when launching your funnel! On this episode Russell talks about how to prepare yourself for when you launch a new funnel and it flops. Here are some of the awesome tips he gives in today's episode: Why you should never "call your shot" to family and friends. Why you need to be okay with it if your funnel doesn't work the way you wanted. And find out when you should finally tell your family and friends about your funnel. So listen here to find out how Russell takes some pressure off of launching funnels by not telling the whole world about it. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/221-mindset-when-your-funnel-flops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 8, 201915 min

Ep 220How To Paint Your Vivid Vision

The secret to getting your audience to experience you result before you ever give it to them. On today's episode Russell talks about the reason he recently purchased a penthouse, and how it made him realize how beneficial painting a vivid vision for customers can be. Here are some of the awesome things you'll hear in this episode: How Dave Woodward was able to convince Russell to buy a penthouse in downtown Boise with just one phrase. Why painting a vivid picture makes selling so much easier. And how you can use vivid visualization in your business. So listen here to find out why being able to paint vivid visions for your customers can be so beneficial in your business. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/220-how-to-paint-your-vivid-vision Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 3, 201910 min

Ep 219Unlock The Secrets

Behind the scenes glimpse of what this event is and why I created it. On today's episode Russell talks about the upcoming Unlock the Secrets event and why he has decided to make it his flagship event. Here are some of the interesting things in this episode: What a flagship event is and how it's different than Funnel Hacking Live. What kind of event it will be, and who gets to come to it, and why it can't just be Russell standing up and speaking for 3 days. And hear what one of the modules from the event will be like. So listen here to find out what Russell's new flagship event will be like, and how it's different than events he's done in the past. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/219-unlock-the-secrets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 1, 201911 min

Ep 218A Sneaky Productivity Hack To Get Your Crap Done

Something I did this week to get two days worth of writing done in less than two hours. On this episode Russell talks about writing his upcoming Traffic Secrets book and how he's been doubling his productivity levels the last week. Here are some awesome things to look for in today's episode: Why writing a book is painful and people gravitate toward pleasure rather than pain. How Russell has managed to change the way he sits down to write and double his productivity. And how you can use Russell's technique in your own life to get crap done. So listen here to find out about Russell's sneaky hack to help get stuff done faster. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/218-a-sneaky-productivity-hack-to-get-your-crap-done Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 26, 201910 min

Ep 217Funnel Hacking Revisited

After a full day of funnel hacking over 300+ funnels, I want to walk you through what funnel hacking is again and make sure you're doing it right. On this episode Russell talks about the difference between stealing and pulling inspiration while building funnels. Here are some of the interesting things to look forward to in this episode: Why copying is stealing, but modeling and taking inspiration is not. How taking inspiration from several different sources and not copying anything is exactly is the proper way to funnel hack. And what Brendon Burchard said about how he avoids accidentally taking other people's ideas. So listen here to find out the difference in the right way to funnel hack, and the wrong way to funnel hack. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/217-funnel-hacking-revisited Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 24, 201917 min

Ep 216My First Podcast LIVE From My Tesla!!

A, B, and C students and how they sync in life... On this special episode Russell talks about A, B, and C students and what kind of workers they are from the driver's seat of his new Tesla. Here are some of the insightful things on this episode: Find out why A students are workers, B students are managers, and C students are strategic thinkers. See why each of the categories are key to running your business and why none are better than the others. And see which of those categories Russell believes his own wife, Collette, falls under. So listen here to find out which category you fall under, and what that means you need for your business. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/216-my-first-podcast-live-from-my-tesla Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 19, 201915 min

Ep 215The Primary Question That Fuels Your Value Ladder

How asking the correct primary question could lead to a two comma club funnel and a fully fleshed out value ladder! On this episode Russell talks about discovering a concept that could help create an entire multi-million dollar a year company. Here are some of the amazing things to listen for in this episode: Why basing your business on one primary question can help you with all the product creation. How this one question makes finding a hook and story easier. And hear examples of how you can use the primary question strategy with your own business. So listen here to find out how asking the right, really good question, could be the foundation to your entire business. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/215-the-primary-question-that-fuels-your-value-ladder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 17, 201918 min

Ep 214Your Secret Framework

The process I use to write books, create courses, teach seminars, and to grow Clickfunnels. On this episode Russell takes a break from his family vacation on Lake Powell to talk about why having a framework is so important. Here are some of the amazing things you will hear in today's episode: What a framework is and how it can help you teach a concept in just an hour or even a three day event. How having a framework can help you figure out what it is you are teaching or selling. And why a framework is how Clickfunnels beats its competitors. So listen here to find out how Russell uses frameworks in his business. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/214-your-secret-framework Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 12, 201911 min

Ep 213Story Trumping

How to rewrite the story in the minds of your customers, your friends, your family, and maybe even your spouse. On today's episode Russell talks about his ability to tell stories that trump other people's and that's how he's been able to sell everything. Here are some of the amazing things you will hear in this episode: Find out why storytelling is so important to getting people to rewrite their own stories and believe your truth. Find out what the difference is between better story telling and one upping someone else's story. And see why practicing better story telling in all aspects of your life will help you be a better story teller with your business. So listen here to find out how you can become a better story teller, to trump your customer's story. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/213-story-trumping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 10, 201911 min

Ep 212Q&A With The Kids

Behind the scenes conversation with a bunch of young entrepreneurs. On today's episode, Russell talks to a class of young entrepreneurs about what it's like to start and run your own business. Here are some of the fun things in today's episode: How he got started with his first business of potato guns! He talks about what are the hardest, easiest, and best parts of being an entrepreneur. They discuss how risk is like riding a teeter-totter on a cliff... So listen here to enjoy this special, fun episode where Russell talks to kids about entrepreneurship. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/212-q-a-with-the-kids Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 5, 201944 min

Ep 211This Is Where You Find Out If You Really Believe Your Message Is True

What happens when the opposition starts trying to keep you from sharing your message with the world. On today's episode Russell talks about his response to a Buzzfeed article defacing Tony Robbins and how it started a couple of weeks of the internet being extra mean to him, and how he dealt with everything. Here are some of the crazy things in this episode: Find out why Russell had to come to Tony Robbin's defense on Facebook. Hear how Russell claps back at someone who attacked his business model. And see why really believing your own message can help you get through the noise of people who try to tear you down online. So listen here to to some of Russell's insightful and helpful tips to keep beating your drum even when the opposition grows really loud. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/211-this-is-where-you-find-out-if-you-really-believe-your-message-is-true Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 3, 201914 min

Ep 210Conversation Domination - Part 3 of 3

Part 3 of 3 from my presentation from Funnel Hacking Live 2018 where I talked about this new concept called "Conversation Domination". On this exciting conclusion of the Conversation Domination Presentation Russell talks about some of the platforms you can use to get people excited about your business. Here are some of the awesome things in this episode: How Facebook is a talk show, YouTube a sitcom, and podcasts are radio shows. How Russell utilizes each of these channels for his business, and how you could use them for yours. And why it's important to master these channels one at a time, before moving on to the next one. So listen here to final portion of Russell's awesome Conversation Domination Presentation from Funnel Hacking Live 2018. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/210-conversation-domination-part-3-of-3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 29, 201923 min

Ep 209Conversation Domination - Part 2 of 3

Part 2 of 3 from my presentation from Funnel Hacking Live 2018 where I talked about this new concept called "Conversation Domination". On this second part of Russell's Conversation Domination Presentation at Funnel Hacking Live 2018 he talks about the different “channels” on your phone that you can use to gain a following. Here are some of the awesome things you'll hear in this episode: Find out what channels would be considered a reality show, a talk show, a sitcom, and radio show. See why Russell is so obsessed with Instagram, and why he thinks it is the most powerful platform. And find out how you can get 10,000 followers quickly in order to use the "Swipe up" capabilities on Instagram. So listen here to the second exciting part of the Conversation Domination Presentation from Funnel Hacking Live. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/209-conversation-domination-part-2-of-3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 27, 201923 min

Ep 208Conversation Domination - Part 1 of 3

Part 1 of 3 from my presentation from Funnel Hacking Live 2018 where I talked about this new concept called "Conversation Domination". On today's episode Russell shares a presentation he did at Funnel Hacking Live 2018 about conversation domination. Here are some of the incredible things you'll hear in this episode: Why platforms like Facebook and Instagram are similar to TV channels in the 1960s. How Russell has been able to dominate on multiple social media platforms. And what the three types of traffic are, and how they work. So listen here to find out how Russell dominates the conversation, and how you can too. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/208-conversation-domination-part-1-of-3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 22, 201924 min

Ep 207Isolation And The Entrepreneur

The realities of isolation as an entrepreneur and what you can do to protect yourself. On this episode Russell talks about the different phases in entrepreneurship, and the isolation they bring. Here are some of the insightful things to listen for in today's episode: Why the loneliness that plagued Russell when he first got started being an entrepreneur has returned in recent months. How Russell is trying to combat the loneliness he feels as CEO of his company. And why it's so important to find a community that can support you in your journey as an entrepreneur. So listen here to find out why entrepreneurship brings isolation and how you can fight it. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/207-207-isolation-and-the-entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 20, 201914 min

Ep 206What To Do While You Wait For Your Paid Ads To Work

A quick coaching session for Justin Guarini from American Idol, which will hopefully help you as well. On today's episode Russell gives some advice to the members of 2CCX about how to fix a funnel if it's not converting with paid ads. Here are some of the the helpful hints you will hear in this episode: How to keep the momentum going even when paid ads aren't working. Why people who listen to podcasts are the best buyers. And how hitting the podcast circuit made Russell change the title of Expert Secrets. So listen here to find out what kind of advice Russell has if you're feeling frustrated by your paid ads not converting. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/206-what-to-do-while-you-wait-for-your-paid-ads-to-work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 15, 201923 min

Ep 205Producer Vs Consumer, What Are You?

Here's a little trick to help you get off social media, make more money, and help your kids have an amazing summer as well. On today's episode Russell talks about what it means to be a producer vs a consumer. He explains how it is going to help his kids get off the TV for the summer and being producing something and finding their voices. Here are some of the awesome things you'll hear in this episode: Where Russell heard about being a producer of social media, rather than a consumer. Why Russell thinks this concept is key to getting his kids off their screens for the summer. And how becoming a producer will help Russell's children find their voices so early in life. So listen here to find out why being a producer is so important, and how you can use it to find your own voice. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/205-producer-vs-consumer-what-are-you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 13, 201912 min

Ep 204My First Wrestling Match In 15 Years… And What That Has To Do With You

I did something this weekend that I've wanted to do for a decade and a half, and I'm hoping this episode gives you permission to do the thing that you've been dreaming about doing, but have been too afraid or too nervous to try. On today's episode Russell talks about attending his first wrestling tournament after a 15 year absence and why it should inspire you to do something similar. Here are some of the awesome things you will hear about in this episode: Hear about Russell's former glory days of wrestling, and the history behind his love of the sport. Find out why he hasn't wrestled in so long, and why he wants to get back to it. And finally, be inspired to do your own thing that you haven't done for various reasons, and just do it. So listen here to find out why Russell's wrestling again and why that should inspire you to do your own thing. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/204-my-first-wrestling-match-in-15-years-and-what-that-has-to-do-with-you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 8, 201914 min

Ep 203My Secret Interview With Tony Robbins...

A really fun interview we did before the Mastermind.com launch. On today's special episode Russell interview Tony about a new course coming out with Tony, Russell, and Dean Graziosi. Here are some of the incredible things you will get to hear on this episode: Hear a little bit about Tony's humble beginnings and his road to becoming who he is today. Find out how Tony got started with mastermind groups. And find out what kind of things will be included in this new course. So listen here to see why Russell, Tony, and Dean Graziosi have created a course, and what it will be. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/203-my-secret-interview-with-tony-robbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 6, 201936 min

Ep 202A Consulting Call With My Mentor - Part 2 of 2

On part 2 of this special episode series, Russell continues to give his mentor Mark Joyner some powerful advice. Here are some things that Russell tells Mark, that could be helpful to anyone running a business. Why you have to find a category you can be king of in order to become a billion dollar business. How the Expert Secrets book can help you become a charismatic leader, find a future based cause, and a new opportunity to sell. And how to create a front end funnel to bring people into your software. So listen to Russell offer sound advice to his own mentor, Mark Joyner, about how he can improve his business. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/202-a-consulting-call-with-my-mentor-part-2-of-2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 1, 201938 min

Ep 201A Consulting Call With My Mentor - Part 1 of 2

I had a really rare opportunity to give some feedback to my initial mentor who got me started on this crazy journey. Listen in for thoughts and insights that should help you as well. On this special 2 episode series Russell talks about a recent social media post by Mark Joyner, and then he goes on to give him some awesome advice. Here are some things that Russell tells Mark Joyner, that could be helpful to anyone running a business. Why having too many upsells/downsells will make your customers turn on you. How removing complexity from software will make customers enjoy it more. And why the more significance you seek, the less you will actually get. So listen to Russell offer sound advice to his own mentor, Mark Joyner, about how he can improve his business. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/201-a-consulting-call-with-my-mentor-part-1-of-2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 29, 201926 min

Ep 200My Secret Notebook From The Puerto Rico Mastermind

Want to see my top take-aways from the recent mastermind that I was at, with some of the top thought leaders in the world? On today's episode Russell talks about some of the things he learned during his recent trip to Puerto Rico for Brendon Burchard's mastermind group. Here are some of the amazing things you should listen for in this episode: Why Russell almost didn't go to the mastermind group, and how Collette convinced him that they should go. What some of the gold nuggets were that Russell picked up from people like, David Bach, Ethan Willis, and Rachel Hollis. And what mastermind group Russell recommends for you to be a part of for you to get the most success with your business. So listen here to find out what kind of awesome tidbits Russell picked up at the Puerto Rico Mastermind. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/200-my-secret-notebook-from-the-puerto-rico-mastermind Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 24, 201917 min

Ep 199If Only They Knew They Were Slaves...

My favorite quote from Harriet Tubman and how it relates to you and your mission. On this episode Russell talks about a famous quote by Harriet Tubman and how he relates to it in the world of marketing. Here are some of the insightful things on today's episode: How Russell was able to relate a quote about slaves to his own life as an internet marketer. And how you can be like Harriet Tubman and Russell in your business by giving freedom to your customers. So listen here to find out how you can use your business to help free people who don't realize that they are enslaved. Transcript - https://marketingsecrets.com/blog/if-only-they-knew-they-were-slaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 22, 201910 min