Best Matthew Van Der Want Podcasts (2024)

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Building Tools for Shape Up – Klaus Breyer & Matt Lane (Co-founders of Dumplink) 1:16:22

7M ago1:16:22

1:16:22

#Bonus: In season 1 of this podcast, I've been speaking with a lot of teams who have adopted Shape Up, a delivery framework originally created at Basecamp. If you've never heard of Shape Up, check below for a link to the video "Shaping in a nutshell" by Ryan Singer, former head of strategy at Basecamp and author of the book "Shape Up - Stop Running…

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Working with Shape Up in a Product Collective – Marin Petrov (Products at Camplight) 1:07:49

7M ago1:07:49

1:07:49

Today I am speaking with Marin Petrov who's part of Camplight, a collective of people working together on software projects and products. Within Camplight, Marin and his team is working on Assista, a trello powerup for better time tracking. This conversation is part of a series about companies that use Shape Up, a delivery framework originally crea…

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The Principles of Shape Up – Ilya Sterin (VP Engineering at Medidata) 1:23:19

8M ago1:23:19

1:23:19

#9: Today I am speaking with Ilya Sterin, VP of Engineering at Medidata, a clinical trial technology company from the US with around 3,000 employees. This conversation is part of a series about companies that use Shape Up, a delivery framework originally created at Basecamp. If you've never heard of Shape Up, check the show notes for a link to the …

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How to Drive Bottom-up Adoption of Shape Up – Chris Boakes (Sr. Software Engineer at Zoopla) 1:06:38

9M ago1:06:38

1:06:38

#8: Today I am speaking with Chris Boakes, Senior Software Engineer at Zoopla. Zoopla is a real estate company based in London, UK, which is best known for its property search website Zoopla.co.uk. This conversation is part of a series about companies that use Shape Up, a delivery framework originally created at Basecamp. If you've never heard of S…

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Building the Team You'd Want to Be On – David Šabata (CTO at ROI Hunter) 1:00:26

10M ago1:00:26

1:00:26

#7: Today I am speaking with David Šabata, who is CTO at ROI Hunter. ROI Hunter is providing SaaS tools for e-commerce companies. The company is mostly remote and has about 80 people, with 30 across product and engineering. This conversation is part of a series about companies that use Shape Up, a delivery framework originally created at Basecamp. …

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The Current Landscape of Software Delivery – Mirela Mus (Founder & CPO at Product People) 1:09:07

11M ago1:09:07

1:09:07

#Bonus: Today I'm speaking with Mirela Mus, Founder and CPO at Product People. Her team of 41 in-house product managers helps companies cover parental leaves, scale teams up quickly during hyper-growth, and cover any other use case that calls for interim product managers. This bonus episode breaks with the main theme of season 1 of the Shapers & Bu…

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The Excitement & Anxiety Around a New Process – Stephan Bönnemann-Walenta (MD at prosperity solutions) 1:16:35

12M ago1:16:35

1:16:35

Welcome to Shapers & Builders, the show about better ways to deliver great software products. Today I am speaking with Stephan Bönnemann-Walenta of prosperity solutions. Stephan is managing director at prosperity solutions and responsible for product and engineering. This conversation is part of a series about companies that use Shape Up, a deliver…

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Adopting Shape Up Through a Series of Experiments – Juan Villarejo (CTO & Co-founder at Nulinga) 57:39

1y ago57:39

57:39

#4: Today I am speaking with Juan Villarejo, CTO & Co-founder of Nulinga, an online language learning platform. Before founding Nulinga, Juan founded SinRutina, a subscription service for fitness classes, which was acquired by Gympass in 2018. This conversation is part of a series about companies that use Shape Up, a delivery framework originally c…

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Implementing Shape Up Across 21 Teams at GoSee Travel (with Agile Lead Bartwin van der Pols & PM Melissa Matthews) 1:23:33

1y ago1:23:33

1:23:33

#3: Today I am speaking with Bartwin van der Pols and Melissa Matthews of GoSee Travel, a global car rental and motorhome rental site. Bartwin joined GoSee as an Agile Lead about a year ago and piloted Shape Up together with Melissa, a product manager on one of the teams at GoSee. This conversation is part of a series about companies that use Shape…

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Traits & Roles Within a Successful Shape Up Team – Heiko Behrens (VP Product at Memfault) 1:18:55

1y ago1:18:55

1:18:55

#2: Today I am speaking with Heiko Behrens, VP of product at Memfault, an IoT reliability platform. Before joining Memfault, Heiko has had an impressive career in engineering roles at Pebble smart watches, working on augmented reality devices at Intel, and most recently on the Oculus VR headset at Facebook / Meta. This conversation is part of a ser…

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Getting to Shape Up 2.0 – Ryan Singer (Author of Shape Up & Founder at Felt Presence) 1:01:09

1y ago1:01:09

1:01:09

#1: Today I am speaking with Ryan Singer, former Head of Strategy at Basecamp. Ryan went through nearly every role in the product development stack during his 17-year tenure with the company: from UI design to programming to product management and, most recently, product strategy. In 2019, Ryan formalized the way that Basecamp was working into a fr…

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Episode 7: Gus Silber – journalist, writer, Master of Media and social media 2:08:49

2+ y ago2:08:49

2:08:49

On this bumper end of year episode of TalkWard with Matthew van der Want, I talk to journalist, writer, screenwriter, author and media expert, Gus Silber. We discuss media, social media, the army, Kris Kristofferson, satire, his experiences with the law, and many other things. It was lovely to meet and have a conversation with Gus, who is as friend…

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Episode 6: Stephanie Simpson – engineering and construction law 30:37

2+ y ago30:37

30:37

Today’s episode features my talk with engineer and construction law expert Stephanie Simpson. Enjoy.By Talk Ward with Matthew vd Want

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Talk Ward Episode 5 – Asanda Buza, personal trainer 46:43

2+ y ago46:43

46:43

Back already with a new episode, featuring my conversation with personal trainer, hiking partner and friend, Asanda Buza, who grew up in Mdantsane in the Eastern Cape, moved to Jhb, waitered and waited around for a while, then pursued his goal of helping people to look and feel better, while practicing what he preaches. We discussed fitness, motiva…

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Talkward with Matthew van der Want episode 4 – Alan Finlay 1:34:57

2+ y ago1:34:57

1:34:57

Welcome back! Finally, some Finlay. In this episode, I catch up with my long-term friend, poet, academic, journalist and media analyst, Alan Finlay, who has recently released a new anthology of poetry. Respect! Talkward with Matthew van der Want – episode 4 – Alan FinlayBy Talk Ward with Matthew vd Want

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What is Rank & Rent SEO and How Can It Work For You w/ Luke Van Der Veer 22:35

2+ y ago22:35

22:35

EPISODE SUMMARY: In Episode 107 of The Business Equation, I sit down with Luke Van Der Veer to talk about Rank & Rent SEO. What is it, how does it work, how can it help you generate leads for your business, and how can you tap into Luke's expertise on the subject and work with him directly? We also talk about how virtual assistants (VAs) can help y…

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An Innovative Use of Crypto & NFTs w/ Riggs Eckelberry 37:27

2+ y ago37:27

37:27

EPISODE SUMMARY: In Episode 106 of The Business Equation, I'm joined by Riggs Eckelberry, CEO of OriginClear, for a great conversation about how Riggs and his company are using innovation and cutting-edge technology to execute their operations AND pay their investors. We also dig into Riggs' professional history and learn about how he arrived at Or…

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It's Time to Rewire Your Mindset w/ Michele Molitor 27:38

2+ y ago27:38

27:38

EPISODE SUMMARY: It's time for some mental rewiring! On Episode 105 of The Business Equation Podcast, I am pleased to be joined by Michele Molitor. Michele is a nationally recognized speaker, certified executive coach, Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) practitioner, consultant, trainer, and writer who's here to share some in-depth knowledge abou…

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How to Convert Your Equity Into Cash w/ Matthew Sullivan 36:13

2+ y ago36:13

36:13

EPISODE SUMMARY: It's time to convert your home equity into cold hard cash! Introducing a new, innovative way to make the most of your equity without taking on a loan and being saddled with monthly payments. To introduce you to this new initiative, I'm pleased to welcome Matthew Sullivan, the CEO & Founder of QuantmRE, onto the show. He's going to …

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What is Diversity Certification and How Does It Help Your Business w/ Heather Cox 30:06

2+ y ago30:06

30:06

EPISODE SUMMARY: Today's episode of The Business Equation Podcast takes an in-depth look at a very important topic: Diversity Certification. Diversity Certification is an asset that can potentially help eligible companies add thousands...and in some cases, hundreds of thousands, of additional revenue to their company year over year. The big thing i…

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Did An SEO Firm Promise You a #1 Ranking? RUN! w/ Eric Seropyan 33:35

2+ y ago33:35

33:35

EPISODE SUMMARY: How much emphasis are you putting on your overall digital presence? While it appears that social media rules the roost when it comes to how brands choose to enhance their visibility, there is a ton of value in Search Engine Optimization, or SEO. We've discussed this on the show before and continue to place emphasis on this area bec…

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When Is The Right Time To Sell Your Business w/ Robert Clinkenbeard 27:36

2+ y ago27:36

27:36

EPISODE SUMMARY: Taking the steps to sell your business is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make in your life. There is much to consider and many bases to cover...and it requires getting into a mindset that you are ready to turn the enterprise you've spent years building over to someone else. Without question, you should never start a busin…

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Tapping Into the Mindset of a Stand-Up Comedian w/ Steve Trevino 39:39

2+ y ago39:39

39:39

EPISODE SUMMARY: Here we are...100 episodes deep! Through all the interviews, through all the solo recordings, through everything...THANK YOU for being a loyal listener of The Business Equation Podcast. My goal is to bring you real conversations with real entrepreneurs and professionals that helps you get an understanding of the mindset necessary t…

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The Power of Getting Better Every Day w/ Patrick Huey 39:27

3y ago39:27

39:27

EPISODE SUMMARY: There are a lot of things in your life that you can control...and a lot of things you cannot. Regardless of how hard you try, things are going to happen that impact you in a negative way. Knowing this is inevitable, it's important to understand that having resiliency and learning from those negative experiences will make you strong…

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Battle-Tested Tactics For Building a Winning Online Business w/ Mark Firth 28:49

3y ago28:49

28:49

EPISODE SUMMARY: What are some of the traits you look for when building a team that will take your brand to the next level? There are several factors to weigh, including but not limited to whether you wish to bring someone into your fold with ample experience versus someone who's coachable and possesses a growth mindset that allows them to grow int…

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The Power of Effective Marketing & Customer Experience w/ Dr. Charles Livingston 35:20

3y ago35:20

35:20

EPISODE SUMMARY: Think about the last time you had a great customer experience. Everything clicked. The service was spot on, the staff was friendly, and the ambiance was exactly what you expected when you first decided to patronize that business. That type of experience is something that will bring you back time and time again PLUS, you'll be more …

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How to Maximize Communication & Mindset w/ Karl Maier 29:02

3y ago29:02

29:02

EPISODE SUMMARY: You can never underestimate the impact good communication can have in business (and in life as a whole). Efficient communication typically means an organization is hitting on all cylinders, cranking out positive results and keeping employees happy and engaged. Poor communication typically means productivity is on a decline, results…

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A Real Story of Overcoming Theft, Debt, and Adversity w/ Aaron Stokes 39:45

3y ago39:45

39:45

EPISODE SUMMARY: If 2020 taught us anything, it was how to deal with adversity. How to navigate through unknown situations. How to adjust and pivot when necessary. In business, the unexpected can happen at any point, throwing operations and procedures into complete disarray and forcing business owners to adapt to the situation...or see the enterpri…

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The Power of Positive Visualization w/ Nick Bogacz 22:49

3y ago22:49

22:49

EPISODE SUMMARY: Positively visualizing your goals, your desires, and where you want to be in life is the first critical step in the process. It's been talked about time and time again on this podcast with every guest who has picked up a mic because the most successful entrepreneurs understand nothing will happen until their mindset is fully aligne…

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How to Navigate Around Life's Dumpster w/ Tony Grebmeier 43:22

3y ago43:22

43:22

EPISODE SUMMARY: "I don't know what I'm going to do tomorrow because I still have so much to live for today." --- Tony Grebmeier What exactly is "life's dumpster?" Simply put, it's EVERYTHING that you've experienced in your past (good, bad, and ugly) all collected in one place. We all go through life pushing this dumpster in front of us. And what w…

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Establishing the Mindset to Go From Zero to Successful w/ Shawn Khorrami 35:28

3y ago35:28

35:28

EPISODE SUMMARY: Most entrepreneurs start with nothing and build their business from the ground up. In the age of social media, you may not see all that behind-the-scenes struggle, but every successful brand, company, and professional you encounter had to develop a mindset that helped them push through the difficult times, get lean when it was nece…

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How to Build Your Business For a Rich Exit w/ Michelle Seiler Tucker 45:18

3y ago45:18

45:18

EPISODE SUMMARY: When you started your business, you more than likely weren't thinking about the end game. The exit strategy. The act of building a brand so profitable and commanding in your space, multiple buyers were lined up to acquire it. But...you should have. And today, you're going to learn why. In Episode 91 of The Business Equation Podcast…

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A Real World View of the Current Employment Crisis w/ Nick Bogacz 27:47

3y ago27:47

27:47

EPISODE SUMMARY: As more Americans receive vaccinations, we continue to push towards a life after COVID-19. And while there may be light at the end of the tunnel to be seen, there are still ongoing issues we need to tackle. In the case of many businesses, the biggest issue is finding employees. During this last year, many people have chosen new pat…

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How to Solve Problems By Looking Within w/ Jeff Fenster 42:11

3y ago42:11

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EPISODE SUMMARY: Problem-solving is a trait no business owner, entrepreneur, or professional in any endeavor can go without. The ability to find solutions and overcome obstacles is paramount to success and those thrust into leadership positions must be ready to find creative ways to address issues and keep their machine running efficiently at all t…

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How to Hire For Culture & Values w/ David Finberg 46:15

3y ago46:15

46:15

EPISODE SUMMARY: When you're hiring talent for your business, you're faced with two options: hire based specifically on the talent of that individual or hire based on how that individual will fit your company culture and values. It may seem logical to hire based on talent alone, but if a new team member does not align with your core values and the …

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Nick's Appearance on The NoDegree Podcast 56:27

3y ago56:27

56:27

EPISODE SUMMARY: Episode 87 of The Business Equation Podcast features Nick Bogacz's appearance on the NoDegree Podcast. Nick shares his story of working five jobs and over 90 hours a week to becoming the owner of a pizza enterprise with over $9M annual revenue...all with no college degree! You can find the NoDegree Podcast on Apple Podcasts and con…

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Nick's Appearance on The Makin Wellness Podcast 38:09

3y ago38:09

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EPISODE SUMMARY: Episode 86 of The Business Equation Podcast features host Nick Bogacz's appearance on The Makin Wellness Podcast with Sara Makin. Sara appeared on Episode 44 of The Business Equation and Nick had a great conversation with Sara about mindset mastery and how proper mindset helped pave the road to his success. You can listen and follo…

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How Does Your Primal Brain Control Your Life w/ Tim Ash 46:50

3y ago46:50

46:50

EPISODE SUMMARY: How does our brain work? That could be one of the most complicated and multi-layered questions ever to be asked. The easy answer is that it serves as the command center that controls every thought we have, every word we speak, and every motion we make. But to say that's all the brain does is the understatement of the century, and t…

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Unlocking the Lessons Within 'Think and Grow Rich' w/ Jim Shorkey 1:12:49

3y ago1:12:49

1:12:49

EPISODE SUMMARY: If you've been a long time listener of The Business Equation, you know how powerful positive mindset can be. With it, you have real, genuine opportunity to accomplish big things. Without it, you don't. That may seem like a dumbed-down explanation, but it's the truth. If you go after anything with the mindset that you can't win and …

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Why The Best Investment Is In Yourself w/ Shawn Wells 52:16

3y ago52:16

52:16

EPISODE SUMMARY: Have you ever stopped to consider how one key event can change your entire life? It's true. You never know when that moment may come. But when it does, it can set the course for your momentum for years and years to come. The reality of this impactful moment taking place in your life becomes easier to grasp when you take time to inv…

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Does Your Comfort Level Outweigh Your Passion & Desire w/ Isaac Kuhlman 44:05

3+ y ago44:05

44:05

EPISODE SUMMARY: "When you're uncomfortable, you find things that make things work. If you're too comfortable, you'll do things just enough to see if it will work or not." --- Isaac Kuhlman One of the biggest culprits to continued success is complacency. When you reach a certain level of comfort in your efforts, it becomes easier to maintain the st…

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Why You Won't Succeed Until You Define Your Purpose w/ Ali Shah 36:04

3+ y ago36:04

36:04

EPISODE SUMMARY: Defining your purpose is the most critical step in all of your efforts. It’s your ‘why.’ It’s what keeps you motivated and willing to keep pushing forward when the most difficult challenges present themselves. It’s what keeps you focused on succeeding and what prevents you from quitting. Episode 81 is all about defining your purpos…

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Media Mastery For Small Businesses w/ John Aidan Byrne 42:34

3+ y ago42:34

42:34

EPISODE SUMMARY: Never underestimate the power of local media! As a small business, you should be seeking to build relationships with as many outlets as you can. The right connections can truly help your brand grow because the right media services can spread the word of big things happening with your company, thus making people realize they should …

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Building the Mindset to Be Legendary w/ Mark Monroe 1:10:29

3+ y ago1:10:29

1:10:29

"How do you react from that learning process of your failures? That's what puts you on the path to being legendary." --- Mark Monroe EPISODE SUMMARY: Lead with value. It's one of the most important steps you can take when building your brand. Sometimes, it's not just about making money immediately. People need to establish a sense of trust in you b…

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The Proven Secrets of Being Fully Accountable w/ Vinnie Fisher 50:31

3+ y ago50:31

50:31

EPISODE SUMMARY: Accountability is what it's all about. Why do so many people go to the gym with a partner? So the partner holds them accountable for getting results and hitting goals. Why do businesses of all shapes and sizes have performance reviews and goal-setting initiatives? So team members can be held accountable for their work. There is eno…

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Unleashing the Mindset of a Strong Leader w/ Dr. Kimberly Hambrick 55:53

3+ y ago55:53

55:53

EPISODE SUMMARY: "Most people leave an organization because of the leader." At some point in your professional life, you've encountered a leader who fell short of expectations. Whether they lacked the characteristics necessary to be a strong leader, couldn't maintain their composure in tough spots, or simply didn't take the time to connect with you…

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How to Crush Digital Marketing w/ Marty McDonald 52:32

3+ y ago52:32

52:32

EPISODE SUMMARY: The world of digital marketing is constantly changing, evolving, and improving. Staying on top of algorithm shifts, ongoing trends, and the latest developments requires a lot of effort. But, that effort is worth it if you want your business to have a relevant presence in the digital space. On Episode 76 of The Business Equation, Ni…

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Catch The Business Equation On Its New Release Day! 0:31

3+ y ago0:31

0:31

The Business Equation Podcast is moving to Thursday! New episodes drop every Thursday going forward, starting this Thursday as we bring you a fantastic interview featuring Marty McDonald, the Co-Founder & CEO of Bad Rhino, Inc. If you haven't already done so, subscribe to The Business Equation Podcast wherever you download your favorite podcasts an…

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Visualization, Mindset, and Keys to Selling On Amazon w/ Dr. Travis Zigler 51:40

3+ y ago51:40

51:40

EPISODE SUMMARY: The power of visualization is one of the most powerful assets you have in your arsenal...IF you know how to use it. Visualizing where you want to be in life, in business, and literally transporting yourself to those moments in your mind can make the act of these visuals becoming reality that much more attainable. It's not enough to…

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How to Build an Authority Brand and Freedom Lifestyle w/ Curt Mercadante 40:58

3+ y ago40:58

40:58

EPISODE SUMMARY: Building an authority brand in today's business climate is truly the path to take. In doing so, you build a solid foundation that will allow you to stay relevant even if the tools that helped you build your brand disappear without warning. Additionally, building an authority brand can help you create a freedom lifestyle, a way of l…

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