Episodes

March 13, 2024

How to Build Your HoldCo with Michael Girdley

E75: Michael Girdley ( @girdley ) needs no introduction. He's a HoldCo legend. Today, host Yong-Soo ( @YongSooChung ) sits down with Michael to discuss how he has built a successful HoldCo. We talk about Michael's "Right Peo…
March 6, 2024

Breaking Down the Personal HoldCo of Tim Stoddart of Copyblogger

E74: Have you ever wondered how a person can flip their life's script from constant struggles to having a multi-million dollar business? Today, host Yong-Soo ( @YongSooChung ) has a rich conversation with successful entrepre…
Feb. 28, 2024

8 Unconventional Truths I Learned in 8 Years of Entrepreneurship

E73: Not many know it, but a lot of aspiring business owners run the risk of making expensive mistakes that could put their goals on hold before they ever take off. So, today, host Yong-Soo Chung ( @YongSooChung ) shares ei…
Feb. 21, 2024

How to Build and Sell a Startup with Andrew Gazdecki, Founder and CEO of Acquire.com

E72: When is the right time to exit a business? Sounds like a simple question, but the answer... isn't as simple. Today, host Yong-Soo ( @YongSooChung ) sits down with accomplished entrepreneur Andrew Gazdecki ( @agazdecki )…
Feb. 14, 2024

Don't Make These Design Mistakes: How to Build Your Brand Identity with Nate Kadlac

E71: How do you design a personal brand that truly reflects you, stands out, and captivates your audience? Do you find yourself lost in the sea of design choices? Not sure how to align your website elements with your persona…
Feb. 7, 2024

How to Get A Free PR for Your Business with Christina Nicholson

E70: Who doesn't like free or cheap stuff? Imagine getting more customers without spending money. Today, host Yong-Soo ( @YongSooChung ) is joined by an expert in PR and earned media, Christina Nicholson ( @ChristinaAllDay )…
Jan. 31, 2024

Million Dollar Weekend: How To Launch A Successful Business In 48 Hours with Noah Kagan, CEO of AppSumo

E69: Imagine creating a million dollar business in just 48 hours. Today, host Yong-Soo ( @YongSooChung ) is joined by a special guest Noah Kagan ( @noahkagan ), the CEO of AppSumo.com. Noah will discuss his new book "Milli…
Jan. 24, 2024

Power of Relational Capital: How to Unlock Hidden Profits with Jay Abraham

E68: Ever wonder how to grow your business profits just by leveraging relationships and strategic partnerships? Today, host Yong-Soo ( @YongSooChung ) is privileged to have a very special guest, Jay Abraham ( @RealJayAbraham…
Jan. 17, 2024

How to Hire the Best Operators for Your Personal HoldCo

E67: What if I told you hiring the right operator for your PHC could supercharge your business? But get it wrong, and it could all go up in flames. Even worse, it could get swiped right from under you. Sounds crazy, doesn't …
Jan. 10, 2024

From $0 to $10M ARR in Six Months: The Growth Playbook of Hunter Hammonds, Co-Founder & CEO of Assembly Ventures

E66: How did Assembly Ventures, from nothing but dreams and passion, pull in a crazy $10 million in less than six months? Call it nuts. Call it ambitious. Call it a crazy result. But it happened, my friend, it happened. Tod…
Jan. 3, 2024

I – We – They Framework: How I Scale My Personal HoldCo

E65: In today's episode, I revisit and remake one of the popular episodes to date and to be honest, one of the most important concepts that all founders should know - the I – We – They Framework, which has accelerated my bus…
Dec. 27, 2023

How to Build and Scale Your Business: 11-Slide Business Plan with Brandon White

E64: In the world of startups, everyone wants that magic formula to get their business off the ground and scaling fast. But all too often, business plans end up as complicated, unwieldy documents that feel overwhelming to cr…
Dec. 20, 2023

From Hobby to Personal HoldCo: How I Built My Personal Holding Company (BONUS)

E63: Happy Holidays! We're taking a one-week break from our regularly scheduled programming. But, we're not leaving you high and dry this week! I was fortunate enough to be invited to my friend and fellow entreprenuer Brando…
Dec. 13, 2023

How to Find Your Next Million Dollar Business Idea

E62: Ever scratch your head wondering what business you should start next? Yeah, we've all been there. Today, host Yong-Soo ( @YongSooChung ) takes us on a solo flight as he unravels the simple decision-making process that l…
Dec. 6, 2023

The Art of Storytelling: How Parker Worth Went from Broke to a $22,000 Course Launch

E60: Many entrepreneurs out there who are hustling to build their online presence often hit a roadblock in their creators journey. Like, they're missing a trick that could change the game for them. Growing your audience? Th…
Nov. 29, 2023

Secret to Unlocking Your High-Value Niche

E59: How did a simple credit-card 'trick' post lead to massive audience growth? It all started with my X post about living in San Francisco with a $0 salary. Yeah, you heard that right - a $0 salary in one of the most expens…
Nov. 22, 2023

How to Go Viral on Social Media with Michelle Thames

E58: What does it really take to go viral on social media? In our digital era, choosing the right platform for your business can be overwhelming. Founders face immense pressure to build a substantial online presence and audi…
Nov. 15, 2023

30 Lessons I Learned Growing My Podcast to 36,000 Downloads During My First Year

E57: How do you get your podcast from 0 to 36,000 downloads in just a year? I did just that! Starting from scratch isn't easy, especially in the world of podcasting. I had zero listeners, a limited budget, and countless peop…
Nov. 8, 2023

From Bankruptcy to Millionaire in 2 Years: How Tibo Louis-Lucas Built and Sold TweetHunter & Taplio for Multi-Millions

E56: How did a man who declared bankruptcy turn into a multi-millionaire in just 2 years? Our guest today did just that. His incredible journey is one of resilience, innovation, and true entrepreneurial spirit. Today, host Y…
Nov. 1, 2023

How I Stacked 5 Growth Levers to Grow My Newsletter to 10,000 Subscribers

E55: Growing a newsletter is no cakewalk. There's the initial phase where growth is slow, and every subscriber feels like a hard-fought battle. Not to mention, the emotional and physical toll of relentless hours, strategizin…
Oct. 25, 2023

Five Monetization Strategies as a Content Creator with Joe Casabona of How I Built It

E54: Many content creators struggle with building a dedicated audience and effectively monetizing their content. Despite having quality content, they often lack the strategic framework to captivate and monetize an audience i…
Oct. 20, 2023

Harnessing the Power of Twitter: How to Attract and Connect with Your Target Audience (BONUS)

BONUS EPISODE: Ever felt like a stranger at a party where everyone else knows each other? That's how Yong-Soo Chung felt when he first ventured onto X. Yong-Soo Chung stepped into X with 400 followers, hoping for connections…
Oct. 18, 2023

The Rise of Personal Holding Companies: Exploring the Future of Entrepreneurship

E53: Have you ever considered setting up a business structure that could save you taxes, protect your assets, and offer countless financial advantages? Picture this. One day, you wake up to see your bank account flooded with…
Oct. 11, 2023

How to Build a Personal Brand from Scratch with Legacy Builder, Clifton Sellers

E52: In today's digital age, entrepreneurs need a strong personal brand. Hands down. But how do you actually go about building one? On today's episode, host Yong-Soo ( @YongSooChung ) has a conversation with Clifton Sellers…