I didn't realize this was such a hot take

I shared my take on "free" educational email courses this week and...

​People had a LOT of thoughts about it.

Now, on to this week's ideas...

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The reason these resources sound amazing is because they are.

1. The Most No-Fluff Podcast Growth Advice You'll Ever Hear​

Podcast growth expert Jeremy Enns came on the newest episode of my podcast and got super specific about the best ways to craft episode titles, pick a show format, and promote your show.

Listen at the link above or watch the 57-minute video version here.

2. How To Write A Strong Newsletter Headline​

Including an example of how I'd rewrite someone else's headline.

3. 83 Years Of YouTube Knowledge In A Single Epic Video​

This video is 2 hours and 39 minutes long.

But it's also a great example of someone pushing the envelope when it comes to format and it's packed with value.

4. A Generous Way To Use Direct Messages To Land Clients​

It's working 60% of the time for this guy (and no, he's not doing dumb, shady, annoying stuff).

5. 20 Questions To Consider Before You Start That New Project​

As Seth Godin says, "Pick you customers, pick your future."

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108 songs.

That's how many sounded good to me on my walks last month.

Check out my Walking Music: September 2024 playlist featuring everything from Jay-Z, to Dire Straits, to Francis and the Lights.

And if you like it, you'll also like my Walking Music: August 2024 playlist.

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What I did every day last week.

Readers enjoyed seeing what a typical day in my business is like when I shared it last week, so I did it again this week.

Here's what I did on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Have an interesting week!

Josh

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