For The Interested - FTI #331: 45 questions answered
I've now published 15 episodes of my I Want To Know podcast and answered 45 questions about audience and business growth in them.
Here's a list of all the questions I've answered on the show with links to see my answers.
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Thanks for your interest and support!
Now, on to this week's ideas...
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The Starting Five
1. How I Avoid Burnout While Balancing Creative And Financially Successful Work
I used to burn out a lot. But the single sentence and collection of habits I share in the video above has helped me change that.
You can also listen here.
2. These 10 Decisions Will Determine The Fate Of Your Creative Work
I didn't write this, but when I look back at any success I've had I can clearly see how much these decisions had to do with it.
3. How James Clear Built A Huge Email List Before He Was A Bestselling Author
A must-read if you've got a newsletter.
4. 10 YouTube Title Formats Proven To Work Well
A test of 103 video titles revealed whether you're better off using a question or statement title, the impact negativity has on clicks, and the difference between using specific and generic language.
5. Recurring Revenue Is Overrated And Annual Plans Are Money Losers
Turns out a lot of the conventional wisdom about how to structure your business is wrong.
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My Final Words Of The Week
A quick copywriting lesson for you:
Always highlight the result people want.
Have an interesting week!
Josh
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