Podcast:Right About Now with Ryan Alford Published On: Tue Mar 05 2024 Description: Building successful businesses often starts with finding one problem and creating a micro solution.Passive income requires initial work and ongoing management, but it can provide recurring revenue over time.Authenticity and storytelling are powerful tools for building a brand and connecting with an audience.Being different and relatable can make you stand out and attract a loyal following.The riches are in the niches - focusing on a specific niche can lead to success and a dedicated community.Passive income is not truly passive and requires ongoing effort and attention.Being different is often more valuable than being better, as it allows you to connect with a specific audience.Building super fans involves creating a sense of community and facilitating connections among like-minded individuals. Building a community can provide ongoing value and support for both the business and its members.When finding a niche, start with something you have an interest or involvement in to ensure fulfillment and long-term success.The 'one-one-one' strategy involves finding one target market, one person, and one problem to solve, which can lead to successful businesses.Direct contact with customers allows for a better understanding of their needs and roadblocks, leading to more effective solutions.Personal branding is a powerful tool in building a business and connecting with an audience.Involving family in business can create a sense of purpose and provide opportunities for growth and learning.00:00 Introduction and Background02:49 Building Micro Solutions09:33 Creating a Business and Life with Passive Income19:42 The Riches in the Niches22:30 The Myth of Passive Income23:55 Being Different and Relatable24:47 Building Super Fans and Facilitating Connections25:16 Leaning into Community26:44 Finding Obscure Niches28:11 The One-One-One Strategy29:10 Starting Small to Go Big30:06 Learning from Direct Contact31:03 Building Confidence and Business32:33 The Power of Personal Branding33:26 Consumer Research and Focus Groups34:25 The Importance of Targeting and Communication35:23 Talking to Real People36:21 Involving Family in Business37:48 Raising a Brand: Leveraging Personal Branding for Children39:45 Coaching and Asking Questions41:08 Leveraging Kids' Skills and Talents45:29 Daily Routines and PracticesTo know more about Pat Flynn, follow him on Instagram @patflynn or his website https://patflynn.com/. If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE. Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding. Learn more by visiting our website at www.theradcast.com. Subscribe to our YouTube channel / radicalhomeoftheradcast . If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, join Ryan’s newsletter https://ryanalford.com/newsletter/ to get Ferrari level advice daily for FREE. Learn how to build a 7 figure business from your personal brand by signing up for a FREE introduction to personal branding https://ryanalford.com/personalbranding. Learn more by visiting our website at www.ryanisright.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/@RightAboutNowwithRyanAlford.