The Smart Passive Income Online Business and Blogging Podcast

SPI 917: We Sold Our Company… Here’s What No One Tells You (with Caleb Wojcik)

#917 What does it feel like to let go of a business you love, one you started with a close friend? Is selling the right move when you know your focus has shifted? In this episode, we'll share a behind-the-scenes look at an especially meaningful exit. I’m joined by my friend, SPI CEO, and business partner Caleb Wojcik as we officially announce the sale of SwitchPod. That's right, the time has come to get out of the physical product space. Caleb and I share the exact circumstances that informed our decision as we look back at how and why we created a camera tripod in the first place. From rough prototypes and flying out to China to crowdfunding success and beyond, we'll share everything leading up to the big sale. If you've ever considered getting into physical products or want to prepare your business for a potential acquisition, don't miss this bittersweet session! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session917.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SPI 916: How Two Moms Went from Garage Dancing to 30,000 Paid Students (with the Shuffle Mamas)

#916 Being real, sharing your journey, creating consistently, and repurposing your content across multiple platforms are tips I share all the time. But what are the actual results you can get if you finally put yourself out there? Today's episode shines a light on a perfect example of taking action daily. That's because I'm joined by the incredible Shuffle Mamas, Christina Reynolds and Anna Blanc, for an awesome behind-the-scenes look at their success story! Christina and Anna are short-form masters who have grown a major business around their passion for shuffle dancing. Before everyone was talking about authenticity, these Kansas City mothers were already posting their journey as complete beginners, bringing people along for the ride as they developed their skills. Now, they share the joy with the tens of thousands of students enrolled in their dance courses. This is truly what expert brand building looks like in 2026. Tune in! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session916.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SPI 915: 2026 Marketing Trends You Better Not Miss

#915 If you're still running your business like it's 2025, you're missing out on massive opportunities. Nano niches, live stream shopping, and zero-click marketing are part of the next wave of strategies powering online growth. You're still ahead of the curve if you tune in today, though. That's because, by the end of this episode, you'll know exactly where to focus your efforts, what you need to stop doing right now, and how to position yourself for big wins! I'll dive into the key steps of building a comprehensive social media strategy that serves and scales on the spot and in real-time. And you don't need to wait until you have something like 10,000 followers to start monetizing, either. From dos and don'ts to developing premium skills, I cover it all in this session. Join me to beat the crowd and master digital marketing in 2026! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session915.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SPI 914: Why Online Business Is So Different Now

#914 Everything has changed. That's my answer to the question of how the world of online business is today versus how it was when I started. Of course, that was in 2008. But my answer is actually the same if I were to compare right now to this time last year. That's why we have a big change coming at SPI! Listen in on today's session because I need to address the "passive income" elephant in the room. Don't get me wrong, not trading your time for money is still a valid goal to shoot for in business. That said, certain terms associated with this concept have developed a scammy connotation. So tune in to hear how this is all contributing to my shift in a new direction! The big change is right around the corner, so join me to hear about my renewed focus on helping you build a business around your superfans! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session914.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SPI 913: Don't Give Up Yet

#913 We're more connected than ever, yet something like getting coffee with a friend feels nostalgic. Playing videogames in the same room with another person feels nostalgic. This is a weird thing to say in an age where we have instant access to everything and everyone. So how do we leverage our modern tools to combat disconnection and bring people together both online and in person? In this episode, I share the story behind my Podfest keynote and the lessons learned from not having things go according to plan. I stepped outside my comfort zone, only to come out with an even deeper appreciation for community and in-person events on the other end. I'm also diving into some of the results I'm seeing from people currently participating in our 30-day video challenge. There are definitely interesting patterns emerging and some important dos and don'ts that separate people reaching milestones from those who are struggling. Tune in! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session913.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.