Pat Flynn is the founder of Smart Passive Income. His podcast, Smart Passive Income has 60+ million downloads, he’s written 3 bestselling books including Amazon Best Seller Superfans. He is a business consultant, inventor, YouTuber, community leader, and Back to the Future superfan.
In this podcast episode, Pat Flynn shares his personal experiences and insights on how he has navigated the challenges of building relationships online. He candidly discusses how the digital landscape has transformed the way he connects with people and the importance of relationship building in 2020 and beyond.
As a creator, you may have already done an impressive job of fostering relationships with your audience. But have you ever considered the role of podcasting in your journey? Pat Flynn delves into his own career growth and relationship development through his wildly successful podcast, Smart Passive Income. Discover how creating a podcast helped him forge deep connections with his audience and other influential podcast hosts, opening doors to book deals and opportunities in unexpected places, such as Hollywood.
Pat also shares details about his latest venture, SPI Pro – a community membership platform tailored for entrepreneurs to network, learn, and collaborate outside of social media platforms. Learn why Pat decided to create SPI Pro on a platform called Circle, reminiscent of Slack, to provide a space for ongoing conversations and meaningful networking opportunities that extend beyond planned presentations.
Join us as we explore the inspiration behind SPI Pro, stemming from Pat’s desire to recreate the best moments experienced at events – those genuine connections and conversations that happen outside of formalities. Hear how SPI Pro has already revolutionized the businesses of its members, who have discovered the power of finding the right people for networking, constructive criticism, and genuine support.
We also touch on setting goals, trying new things, and the importance of gathering feedback from a tight-knit group of high-performing individuals. Discover valuable insights on how to determine the value and potential of new ideas and whether it’s time to pivot or keep going.
Lastly, Pat reminds us of the enduring power of podcasting in a rapidly changing digital landscape. While podcasts may still be in the early days compared to blogs and YouTube channels, building strong relationships through this intimate medium can create loyal followers and act as a form of “business insurance” against technological changes.
Takeaways with Pat Flynn
- Challenges of engaging with people through DM and video
- How it has transformed relationship building online
- Role of podcasting in career growth and relationship development
- Importance of listening for “green lights” or positive signals
- Importance of surrounding oneself with high-performing individuals
- The difficulty of self-awareness without feedback from others
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