Do you want to build a solid foundation for your internet business? Learn how to start, market and build your own successful home based internet business without the hype. Dr Brad Smith's podcast takes you behind the scenes with inspiring stories and tips to help you get started with your business. In addition to answering your questions about online business he covers internet marketing tips, social media, search engine optimization (SEO), blogging, podcasting, and the other skills you need to be successful as an internet entrepreneur. Brad is a full time entrepreneur, PhD computer engineer and MBA with 19 years developing and selling products online. Subscribe and get started with your online journey today! Website: http://OnlineBusinessZen.com
This week I talk about some of the critics you will have to overcome when building a business – specifically the people who might think you are crazy for going it on your own! I also answer questions about how to get your product into stores, productivity and accounting.
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Chris Guthrie is my guest on this week’s episode. Chris is an Amazon Affiliates master having racked up over $938,000 in sales $64,000 in commissions last year — just by building niche sites focused on Amazon products. Chris started in Junior High school selling on ebay, but has since moved on to building niche sites. He also recently sold his niche site on netbooks for a six figure price.
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The Online Business Zen podcast is featured in the iTunes store. If you click on the iTunes button below, it will take you to my page on the iTunes store which has a direct link if you want to open/subscribe to our podcast within iTunes.
For those using another podcast device (non iPod) or a mobile client, here is the direct feed link.
For those looking to learn more about online business, you can subscribe to my email list or subscribe to the feeds at the top of the page. I’ll send you a note weekly to help you get started with your online business.
In this week’s feature segment I discuss how to define your goals for 2011 in just a few minutes and then turn those into an action plan to generate both the money and actions you need to make them a reality. 97% of adults have no written goals, and an even smaller percentage have an action plan to follow through. In addition I answer questions about establishing your own domain name and blog, entering a competitive market, updating social networks and advertising via google adwords.
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The Online Business Zen podcast is featured in the iTunes store. If you click on the iTunes button below, it will take you to my page on the iTunes store which has a direct link if you want to open/subscribe to our podcast within iTunes.
For those using another podcast device (non iPod) or a mobile client, here is the direct feed link.
For those looking to learn more about online business, you can subscribe to my email list or subscribe to the feeds at the top of the page. I’ll send you a note weekly to help you get started with your online business.
Corbett Barr is my guest this week as we discuss how to structure a business to support your lifestyle, building traffic for your web site, how to build a personal brand, and building a successful business. Corbett, who runs two successful businesses, recently moved towards a personal brand a CorbettBarr.com.
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The Online Business Zen podcast is featured in the iTunes store. If you click on the iTunes button below, it will take you to my page on the iTunes store which has a direct link if you want to open/subscribe to our podcast within iTunes.
For those using another podcast device (non iPod) or a mobile client, here is the direct feed link.
For those looking to learn more about online business, you can subscribe to my email list or subscribe to the feeds at the top of the page. I’ll send you a note weekly to help you get started with your online business.
In this week’s show I feature and interview with top blogger Pat Flynn from SmartPassiveIncome.com.  Pat talks about selling his Pogs on ebay, building his first ebook business, and his huge success with his new blog. Pat started an ebook business after getting laid off that led to two very successful businesses as well as some interesting niche sites. Pat’s story of persistence in the face of adversity is quite an inspiration – especially for those looking to start their first business.
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The Online Business Zen podcast is featured in the iTunes store. If you click on the iTunes button below, it will take you to my page on the iTunes store which has a direct link if you want to open/subscribe to our podcast within iTunes.
For those using another podcast device (non iPod) or a mobile client, here is the direct feed link.
For those looking to learn more about online business, you can subscribe to my email list or subscribe to the feeds at the top of the page. I’ll send you a note weekly to help you get started with your online business.
In this week’s show I interview Maren Kate from Escaping the 9 to 5 and one of Forbes top women entrepreneurs to follow. We talk about how she got started as an entrepreneur online, her various businesses, and some of the challenges in building a new business. She also talks extensively about her two new businesses where she is connecting entrepreneurs with virtual assistants.
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The Online Business Zen podcast is featured in the iTunes store. If you click on the iTunes button below, it will take you to my page on the iTunes store which has a direct link if you want to open/subscribe to our podcast within iTunes.
For those using another podcast device (non iPod) or a mobile client, here is the direct feed link. Voice introduction provided by John Forsythe at TheVoiceOfJohn.com
This week I cover the psychology of social media. Psychology plays a critical role online in attracting customers, establishing a relationship with them, developing trust and ultimately in their decision to purchase your product or service. I introduce some of the most significant aspects of online social behavior and how they are used in online business. I also answer a variety of questions about local business marketing, setting up a simple online store, email lists, twitter, and more. Share your questions or leave me a comment below!
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The Online Business Zen podcast is featured in the iTunes store. If you click on the iTunes button below, it will take you to my page on the iTunes store which has a direct link if you want to open/subscribe to our podcast within iTunes.
For those using another podcast device (non iPod) or a mobile client, here is the direct feed link. Voice introduction provided by John Forsythe at TheVoiceOfJohn.com
In today’s podcast, I cover 5 tips for getting the most from your time. We are all pressured to make more of our time, especially if you are running a business in your spare time as I did for many years. Its hard with modern distractions to get enough time to complete all of the tasks needed to start and run a successful online business. In addition I answer questions about blogging, stay at home businesses, link building, social media and google maps.
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The Online Business Zen podcast is featured in the iTunes store. If you click on the iTunes button below, it will take you to my page on the iTunes store which has a direct link if you want to open/subscribe to our podcast within iTunes.
For those using another podcast device (non iPod) or a mobile client, here is the direct feed link.
This week, I cover the critical skill of writing pages and posts that sell your product and get people to take action.   Writing good web copy is actually one of the most important skills you can have if you want to sell online. You need to be able to write effective sales pages that don’t read like ads, convey your story, and move people to respond by purchasing your product, subscribing to your email list or taking action.
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The Online Business Zen podcast is featured in the iTunes store. If you click on the iTunes button below, it will take you to my page on the iTunes store which has a direct link if you want to open/subscribe to our podcast within iTunes.
For those using another podcast device (non iPod) or a mobile client, here is the direct feed link.
How I published a book online using CreateSpace.com in just a few days! I know a lot of you are writers and authors interested in writing your own book – and honestly it has never been easier. In less than a week I managed to complete edits on my latest book, format the book for both a print-on-demand published version and kindle version, and get a proof copy printed of it. Also I’ll answer a number of questions about online business including defining market niches, audio editing and more.
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The Online Business Zen podcast is featured in the iTunes store. If you click on the iTunes button below, it will take you to my page on the iTunes store which has a direct link if you want to open/subscribe to our podcast within iTunes.
For those using another podcast device (non iPod) or a mobile client, visit the podcast page to get the full feed link.
Cliff Ravenscraft gives an amazing interview in this week’s OBZ podcast. Cliff is a full time entrepreneur who makes his living by podcasting. In an extended interview, Cliff tells us about how he got started podcasting, how he makes money online, building relationships, and his secrets to online success.  Cliff has published over 2000 podcasts at GSPN.tv, and also hosts the Podcast Answer Man show online. While this is longer than my average show, the advice Cliff gives is pure gold.
OBZ 4 – Interview with Cliff Ravenscraft.mp3
The Online Business Zen podcast is featured in the iTunes store. If you click on the iTunes button below, it will take you to my page on the iTunes store which has a direct link if you want to open/subscribe to our podcast within iTunes.
For those using another podcast client or a mobile client, visit the podcast page to get the full feed link.
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