Being able to write my newsletter this week is a privilege I don't take for granted.

It's been a horrific week here in Los Angeles.

Thankfully, my family is safe and has been spared the devastation that affected so many - including some readers of this newsletter.

My heart goes out to everyone impacted.

Here are some places to donate if you want to help.

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

These five are worth your time:

1. How I Told 5 Of My Clients To Better Monetize Their Content​

Listen in to what I told them to do in this new episode of my podcast at the link above.

Or, watch the 42-minute video here.

2. 3 Surprising Ways To Boost The Value Of Your Product​

The first one I mention in this 2-minute video is the opposite of what most people do.

3. How To Grow Your Newsletter Without Social Media​

Not only is it possible, it's also easier than you may think.

4. F*ck Your Productivity System​

"Every time you add another layer to your 'productivity stack,' you're just adding another excuse to procrastinate."

5. How To Use The "If-Then-Else" Guarantee Formula To Close More Sales​

A simple fill-in-the-blank template you can use to craft your unique selling proposition.

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Let's take a trip back to 1973 (sort of).

My 1973 Covered playlist is awesome.

It features the best cover versions of songs originally released in 1973.

Including Eddie Vedder's take on a Bruce Springsteen classic, Fatboy Slim's spin on a Steve Miller Band jam, and the funkiest version of a Pink Floyd song you'll ever hear.

If you're looking for something to watch or read...

Every year filmmaker Steven Soderbergh keeps track of everything he watched and read during the year.

He just published this year's list.

Have an interesting week!