30-Day YouTube Challenge
Share
Noah suggests two simple ways to start building a business and personal brand from scratch, focusing on consistent content creation and networking.
Content Creation Path:
- Option 1 - Newsletter Strategy:
- Go to sendfox.com and start a newsletter
- Commit to sending one email per week for 52 weeks
- Option 2 - YouTube Strategy:
- Take the "Ryan Holiday Challenge"
- Post one video every day for 30 days straight
Networking Strategy:
- Aggressively connect with smart people:
- Find one smart person initially
- Organize events bringing smart people together
- Host lunches and conferences
- Can be done remotely via Zoom
- Stand Out Through Value:
- Offer something for free that provides real value
- Do it without being asked
- Focus on helping with their current projects/needs
Career Development:
- Follow personal curiosity and excitement
- Find someone 10-20 years ahead in your desired path
- Focus on making them interested in helping you
- Build relationship by helping them with their projects
The key to success is combining consistent content creation with strategic relationship building, while using a day job as an initial investor to fund the journey.
05:41 - 05:45
Full video: 10:18NK
Noah Kagan
Launched AppSumo, a daily deals website for digital products, which now generates $100 million annually.
Former Facebook employee who played a key role in growing the platform's user base before departing in 2005.
Hosts the popular podcast "Noah Kagan Presents" and authored "Million Dollar Weekend," sharing insights on rapid business growth.