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Weekly podcast episodes with the sharpest minds in the world to help you live a richer & more fulfilling life. Previous guests include Luke Belmar, Justin Waller, Sahil Bloom, Gad Saad, Peter Schiff, Stirling Cooper, Jack Hopkins, Sadia Khan, Matt Gray, Daniel Priestley, Richard Cooper, Justin Welsh, Arlin Moore and more.

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Weekly podcast episodes with the sharpest minds in the world to help you live a richer & more fulfilling life. Previous guests include Luke Belmar, Justin Waller, Sahil Bloom, Gad Saad, Peter Schiff, Stirling Cooper, Jack Hopkins, Sadia Khan, Matt Gray, Daniel Priestley, Richard Cooper, Justin Welsh, Arlin Moore and more.

    #218 James Kemp - 5 Hard Truths on Growing Your Online Business to $100K/Month

    #218 James Kemp - 5 Hard Truths on Growing Your Online Business to $100K/Month

    There are countless people who struggle to earn their first $1,000 online.

    Most agency owners plateau at $5K per month.

    And countless business owners are clueless when scaling beyond $10K per month.

    In this episode, we sit down with James Kemp, entrepreneur and seasoned business coach known for bolting on $1m+ revenue streams to coaching and consulting businesses.

    Together we break down the most common challenges entrepreneurs face while growing their business and how to solve for it.

    James goes deep into creating the perfect offer, market testing, leveraging technology, maintaining client relationships, effective sales processes and how to truly sustain a business in the long run.

    Got some clarity and solutions to the challenges you’re facing as an entrepreneur?

    Hit like, drop a comment, and subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out on more discussions with top-notch guests like James every week.


    Connect with James Kemp
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejameskemp/

    My Socials:
    Instagram: Darrenlee.ks
    LinkedIn: Darren Lee
    Twitter: Darren_ks


    (00:00) Preview and Introduction
    (00:41) Commitment to Getting Results
    (02:20) How To Make the Perfect Offer
    (06:25) Service Delivery Models (Coaching, Consulting, Done-For-You)
    (11:27) Creating Additional Offers by Bundling/Unbundling
    (14:21) Origins of the "Chat Offer" Sales Process
    (19:43) Addressing Customer Objections to Sales Processes
    (23:46) Solving Problems Creates New Problems?
    (29:39) Distinction Between Scale and Growth
    (33:38) Recognizing Operational Limits in Services Businesses
    (37:48) Audience Size vs Audience Responsiveness
    (40:56) Not Offering Value is a Disservice
    (41:21) Giving Everything vs Holding Back in Content/Offers
    (47:39) Pain Tolerance and Prioritising Feelings as an Entrepreneur
    (49:53) Life Shocks That Cause Perspective Shifts
    (54:41) Valuing Optics vs Authenticity as an Entrepreneur
    (58:13) Mentors as Part of Growth
    (01:01:25) Increasing Revenue Without Increasing Costs
    (01:03:51) Testing Demand Before Committing Resources
    (01:07:23) Considerations for Low-Ticket Offers
    (01:09:32) Evaluating Revenue vs Customer Acquisition Goals
    (01:12:39) Exploring AI and Automation in Business 
    (01:16:23) The Concept of Sovereignty in Business 
    (01:20:14) Life Changes and Protecting What's Valuable 
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    #217 Steve Tan - How to Create, Multiply & Preserve Wealth

    #217 Steve Tan - How to Create, Multiply & Preserve Wealth

    Can you build a wealthy life without sacrificing personal fulfilment?

    Is wealth more than just financial abundance?

    Today, we’re sitting down with Steve Tan, serial entrepreneur, renowned dropshipper and full-stack digital marketer with over 14 years of extensive background in the eCommerce industry.

    Steve, along with Luke Belmar, co-founded Capital Club - a community that gives you front seat access to the world's top experts in business, entrepreneurship, career development, and biohacking.

    We dissect the meaning of true wealth, materialism, and the rigorous demands of entrepreneurial life. Steve shares the challenges he faced starting from zero, the cultural impacts on business practices, and his personal growth experiences.

    Steve also shares insights on the importance of the environment you’re in, the influence of government policies on business, and the power of having a unique perspective towards success and wealth

    Enjoyed this episode?

    Hit like, drop a comment, and subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out on more deep dives like this one with top notch guests every week.


    Connect with Steven Tan
    Instagram: @heystevetan


    My Socials:
    Instagram: Darrenlee.ks
    LinkedIn: Darren Lee
    Twitter: Darren_ks


    (00:00) Preview and Intro 
    (00:36) Steve Tan’s Definition of Wealth
    (04:19) How To Find Purpose Beyond Money
    (07:06) Why Ego is Your Biggest Enemy
    (12:20) The Reality of Taxation and Government Control
    (16:11) How To Go From 0 to 1
    (18:38) What Makes China A Global Superpower?
    (24:25) The Importance of Good Work Ethic 
    (26:01) Does Money Solve All Problems?
    (30:22) Dealing with Hate
    (33:47) Lessons from a Failed Crowdfunding Campaign
    (37:22) Steve Tan’s Biggest Regrets?
    (39:50) Biggest Opportunities in Crypto
    (42:55) Steve's Entrepreneurial Journey
    (48:39) Comparisons: Good or Bad?
    (53:05) Religion, Enlightenment and Materialism
    (56:02) Building Capital Club and Meeting Luke Belmar
    (01:05:41) The Impact of Time and Leveraging Past Relationships
    (01:09:45) How Much has Steve Tan Made So Far?
    (01:17:39) The Benefits of Having Freedom of Location
    (01:23:37) Authenticity over Flaunting Wealth 
    (01:29:13) Why Do People Chase Validation?
    (01:34:35) Why Time is Money
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    • 1 hr 39 min
    #216 Logan Forsyth - The Blueprint to Generate 150M Views in 90 Days

    #216 Logan Forsyth - The Blueprint to Generate 150M Views in 90 Days

    Why is your content not going viral?

    Are you getting views, but no conversions on the backend?

    On today’s episode, we’re joined by Logan Forsyth, founder of Media Scaling, a company that works with the world's top personal brands and guarantees 100M+ new, real, quality, organic views on social media in just 90 days with no additional time or effort required.

    Logan reveals the strategies he used to generate over 250,000,000,000/2.5bn views for his clients short-form content on Instagram and TikTok. All from organic growth only.

    He also shows us how his agency guarantees up to 150 million views in 90 days through performance-based models tailored to client goals. We also discuss the importance in building a strong team culture in a digital agency, why differentiation is key in a market full of strong competitors and how to balance business with your personal life and relationships.

    If this episode inspires you to leverage content for business growth, or simply learn from a top-tier content strategist, leave a like and share your thoughts in the comments below.

    Check out Logan's viral framework here.

    Connect with Logan Forsyth
    Instagram: instagram.com/loganforsyth
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganforsyth


    My Socials:
    Instagram: Darrenlee.ks
    LinkedIn: Darren Lee
    Twitter: Darren_ks


    (00:00) Preview and Introduction
    (00:40) The Reality of Short Form Content Agencies
    (03:14) How Does Media Scaling Work?
    (08:02) Crafting the Perfect Offer
    (11:44) The Andrew Tate Method
    (16:56) How Did Logan Get Started?
    (23:47) How To Build The Right Systems
    (28:28) Logan’s Forsyth’s Blueprint to go Viral
    (35:49) Content Frameworks That Actually Work
    (40:20) The Commonalities Amongst Top Creators
    (45:16) Short Form-Long Form Connection?
    (48:18) Logan’s Viral Framework
    (54:24) Balancing Business and Personal Life
    (58:56) Playing the Long Game
    (01:01:30) Thoughts on Healthy Relationships
    (01:05:56) Value in Constant Self Development
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    • 1 hr 11 min
    #215 Ebrahim Turner - Watch This Before Starting an Online Business

    #215 Ebrahim Turner - Watch This Before Starting an Online Business

    Ebrahim Turner is back for the second time on Kickoff Session and we have an interesting podcast for you. 

    On today’s episode we’re diving deep into the journey of entrepreneurship and personal growth as Ebrahum reveals the realities of online business from the past seven years, financial success, the path for absolute freedom and how to break free from the trap of line gurus. 

    Ebrahim shares his insights on the challenges of maintaining personal freedom while pushing for bigger targets in your business. We discuss the importance of internal freedom, the role of spirituality, religion, and the impact of mentorship. 

    If you found value in our discussion, please let us know in the comments below
    Your support helps us bring more content like this to you. 



    Connect with Ebrahim
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ebrahimturner/



    My Socials:
    Instagram: Darrenlee.ks
    LinkedIn: Darren Lee
    Twitter: Darren_ks


    (00:00) Preview and Intro 
    (0:28) Freedom in Entrepreneurship
    (01:45) The Entrepreneurial Matrix 
    (04:36) Need for Continuous Drive in Business
    (06:36) What Matters Most to Ebrahim Turner
    (10:28) The Impact of Mentorship and Courses 
    (14:33) Fundamentals of Service-Based Businesses
    (18:08) Benefits of Breathwork and Personal Development
    (24:07) Internal Work: Impact and Benefits
    (30:28) Lifestyle Inflation with Entrepreneurial Growth 
    (35:41) Handling Setbacks and Problems 
    (41:44) Are More Entrepreneurs Turning to Religion? 
    (47:14) The Impact of Ayahuasca on Personal Transformation 
    (51:22) Realizations from Spiritual Growth
    (59:19) Consequences of Spiritual Awakening on Personal Life
    (01:09:52) Reflections on Past Relationships and Personal Growth
    (01:10:28) The Role of Religion and Personal Development 
    (01:13:01) The Importance of Letting Go in Personal Growth 
    (01:19:42) Integrating Breathwork and Mindfulness into Daily Life 
    (01:35:01) Approaching Alcohol Consumption Mindfully
    (01:44:25) Ebrahim Turner’s Future Aspirations
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    • 1 hr 45 min
    #214 Louis Armstrong - A Full Guide To Reinvent Your Life

    #214 Louis Armstrong - A Full Guide To Reinvent Your Life

    Louis Armstrong is a creator, entrepreneur, and the founder of the Creator Club, a platform dedicated to empowering young men to carve out their niches in the digital world by mastering the art of content creation, personal branding, and entrepreneurship.

    Starting his journey as a videographer for some of the internet's most influential personalities, Louis's path is one of continuous change. 

    In this episode, we delve into Louis's path from a party boy to an entrepreneur, athlete and creator. We unpack the lessons learned from his journey of self-improvement, the role of therapy in personal development, and how creating authentic, relatable content has enabled him to connect deeply with his audience and build a loyal community.

    Louis also shares insights into the Creator Club, his approach to brand partnerships, and the importance of maintaining creative integrity in a world where authenticity is your greatest asset.

    If this video inspires you to rethink your habits, chase your passions, or simply start creating, drop a comment below and share your thoughts!

    Connect with Louis
    Instagram: @louisarmstrong7
    YouTube: @louisarmstrong7


    My Socials:
    Instagram: Darrenlee.ks
    LinkedIn: Darren Lee
    Twitter: Darren_ks


    (00:00) Preview and Introduction
    (01:46) Louis Armstrong Attitude Towards Life
    (04:10) Why Your Environment is Important
    (10:21) Life in Ibiza
    (12:51) What Made Louis Quit Alcohol
    (16:53) Life After Quitting Alcohol
    (20:41) How To Reinvent Your Life
    (23:34) The Importance of Discipline
    (28:37) Authenticity in Content Creation
    (34:40) Louis’ Introduction to Videography
    (37:35) Creator Club Origin Story
    (41:40) Why Is Creator Club Different From Other Courses?
    (48:56) Can Tracking Data Really Elevate Your Life?
    (50:35) Benefits of Realising Your Potential 
    (53:47) Finding Purpose 
    (56:23) Louis’ Obsession with Running
    (01:00:03) Why Focus is Key To Achieving Success
    (01:05:10) Personal Development and Social Accountability
    (01:10:46) Personal Reflections on Quitting Alcohol
    (01:14:51) The Importance of Environment for Productivity & Creativity
    (01:17:11) The Value of Therapy
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    • 1 hr 22 min
    #213 Jordan Platten - The Raw Reality of Becoming a Millionaire in Your 20s

    #213 Jordan Platten - The Raw Reality of Becoming a Millionaire in Your 20s

    Jordan Platten is an entrepreneur and founder of Affluent.co, Affluent.Academy & LearnAds.io, a multi-service digital marketing agency and e-learning business. With a specialisation in social media advertising, Jordan has generated millions in revenue for companies around the globe.

    This episode dives into what makes a coaching business thrive, delivering client satisfaction, client acquisition strategies and how adapting to forthcoming UK legislation is crucial for online businesses. Jordan also shares his personal evolution from chasing financial success to pursuing meaningful goals, highlighting the significance of authenticity in content creation and the power of masterminds in accelerating entrepreneurial growth.

    We'll get into the nuances of building a resilient brand through authentic content and strategic networking, so make sure you watch till the end. 

    Found a ton of value? Make sure you like, comment, subscribe and share for more value packed episodes like this. 


    Connect with Jordan
    LinkedIn: Jordan Platten
    YouTube: @JordanPlatten

    My Socials:
    Instagram: Darrenlee.ks
    LinkedIn: Darren Lee
    Twitter: Darren_ks


    (00:00) Preview and Intro
    (00:39) Authenticity and No BS Approach in Business
    (05:51) Legislation for Online Businesses?
    (08:42) Transitioning from Agency to Coaching Business
    (11:27) The Economics of Running an Agency
    (15:46) Biggest Changes in the Agency Space
    (18:47) How To Sell to Jordan Platten
    (21:16) Decoding the Emotional State of Change
    (26:06) Finding Purpose Beyond Money
    (32:03) Shifting Goals and Values Over Time
    (39:07) Content Creation and its Impact on Audience
    (45:54) Using Content To Scale Your Business
    (52:57) Why You Should Join A Mastermind
    (01:02:28) The ROI on joining Masterminds
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    • 1 hr 8 min

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