279: Stand Out, Grow Your Tribe, and Build a Successful Business

With Pat Flynn of Smart Passive Income

What can I say about today’s guest but that he’s one of the nicest (and most successful) guys you’ll ever meet.

In other words, Pat Flynn is proof positive that the saying nice guys finish last is a myth.

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In his latest book Superfans: The Easy Way to Stand Out, Grow Your Tribe, and Build a Successful Business, Pat outlines what it takes to turn followers, subscribers, and customers into Superfans.

People don’t become superfans the moment they find you, Pat says. They become superfans because of the magical moments you create for them over time.

His new book will show you how. Click below to join our conversation now, or keep scrolling for a summary.

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In today’s episode, I ask Pat to share:

  • How to speak your audience’s language
  • Examples of what Pat calls “quick wins” and how to create them for your tribe
  • Advice for anyone looking to move from a traditional job to work for themselves
  • …and plenty more!

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Pat’s Book

You can order Superfans: The Easy Way to Stand Out, Grow Your Tribe, and Build a Successful Business right now!

Pat in Action

Books Pat Recommends

I Hear You: The Surprisingly Simple Skill Behind Extraordinary Relationships by Michael Sorensen

The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile

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