In my last post I talked about how having the right mindset is crucial to your success and gave you some resources to help you develop that.
Today, we’re diving into the success stories of seven incredible online entrepreneurs who started from scratch and made it big. Their journeys are packed with invaluable lessons and inspiration just for you.
Success Story #1: Pat Flynn – From Laid Off to Launched
Pat Flynn, the man behind Smart Passive Income, is a testament to turning setbacks into comebacks. After being laid off from his job, Pat launched his own online business, and the rest is history. He shares his journey and actionable tips here:
Success Story #2: Marie Forleo – Building a Multi-Million Dollar Empire
Marie Forleo, founder of B-School, turned her passion for coaching into a multi-million dollar business. Her story of perseverance and creativity is incredibly inspiring – take a look at this where she teaches you how to sell anything online:
https://www.marieforleo.com/blog/learn-how-to-sell-anything-online
Success Story #3: Sophia Amoruso – From eBay Store to Nasty Gal
Sophia Amoruso started selling vintage clothes on eBay and grew her business into Nasty Gal, a 100M fashion retailer. Her book, #GIRLBOSS, is a fantastic read for anyone looking to understand the hustle behind building a brand from scratch.
In this interview she talks about how she was once a stripper and shoplifter…and went on to build a 400M business:
Podcast Pick: Amy Porterfield’s Online Marketing Made Easy
If you’re into podcasts, Amy Porterfield’s “Online Marketing Made Easy” is a gem. Amy’s episodes are like mini-masterclasses packed with actionable advice. This episode on building an email list is particularly useful for marketers at any level:
Success Story #4: Tim Ferriss – The 4-Hour Workweek
Tim Ferriss revolutionized the concept of work-life balance with his book, The 4-Hour Workweek. His approach to productivity and automation can help you streamline your business and free up more time to enjoy life and his podcast is legendary.
Here he talks to Matthew McConaughey about his Success Playbooks among many other topics:
Success Story #5: Gary Vaynerchuk – Hustle and Patience
Gary Vee is known for his no-nonsense advice and infectious energy. In this video, he gives some honest business advice:
Success Story #6: Brian Dean – SEO Mastery with Backlinko
Brian Dean, the founder of Backlinko, is an SEO expert who transformed his passion into a thriving business. His SEO techniques are some of the best in the industry and can help you boost your online presence.
Take a look at all his guides here:
Success Story #7: Melanie Perkins – Co-Founder of Canva
Melanie Perkins co-founded Canva from a simple idea to make design accessible to everyone. Now, Canva is a billion-dollar company used by millions worldwide. Read more about her journey and the challenges she overcame here:
https://kitrum.com/blog/melanie-perkins-story-as-canva-ceo
Remember, every successful marketer started where you are now. They learned, they hustled, and they persevered. So take a page from their books, absorb all the knowledge you can, and don’t be afraid to take risks.
Your TED talk this week is actually six talks curated by Carlton Cuse and here’s what he has to say about them:
“”These talks have inspired me to create, in my writing or in my life,” says Carlton Cuse, screenwriter and producer of “Lost” and “Bates Motel.” “These speakers have ‘passionate optimism’ — that inner drive that allows us to risk truly expressing ourselves.”
https://www.ted.com/playlists/131/carlton_cuse_6_talks_that_hel
Try taking a few risks this week, inspired by these success stories and the people behind them…all of whom dared to dream.
