Best Creative Entrepreuener Podcasts (2026)

Every independent artist wants a manager—but most don't need one yet. In this video, I break down the wrong reasons and the right reasons to get a manager. Plus, I will tell you the qualities I would look for in a great manager. If you’re an independent music artist, songwriter, or producer trying to level up, this will help you know exactly when i…

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The Hidden Rule No Creator Talks About 8:09

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Some inspiration and wisdom from one creator to another. If you find yourself consuming more than you're creating, remind yourself of the 80/20 rule - something not enough creators talk about. Watch the "Create Something" video I reference in this video. Listen to the "Create Something" episode I reference as an audio podcast. To watch videos, make…

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I Recorded My Music, Now What?! 5:06

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Music Creators love to make music, but they don't love releasing or marketing their music nearly as much. Ever wonder why it zaps your energy? I created a resource that makes the process much easier - a Digital Release Day Checklist. It's a resource I use every time I release new music. Here's how you do it... 1. Click on the link above. 2. Click F…

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The Best PRO for Music Creators 8:47

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Are you an independent artist trying to figure out which PRO to join — ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC? I break down the pros, cons, and genre strengths of each PRO, explain the hidden royalty streams most artists miss, and give my recommendation for the PRO that will maximize your income. I’ve spent 20+ years in the Christian music industry (Warner Bros, Pro…

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Create Something 10:58

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After 5 years of searching and striving, I realize the answer was there all along. To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNordhoff.comBy Eric Nordhoff

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Keep Your Royalties 9:45

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A talk for independent music artists. Choosing the right music distributor can make or break your career as an independent artist — and DistroKid continues to stand out above TuneCore, CD Baby, and Ditto. After 20 years in the Christian music industry (Warner Bros, Provident, Curb/Word), releasing my own music, and decades helping my wife release m…

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Can You Make A Full Time Income As An Artist? 12:33

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Can you really earn a full-time living as an artist? On this episode, we explore the concept of "1000 True Fans" and how it can work for you? Read 1000 True Fans by Kevin Kelly To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNordhoff.comBy Eric Nordhoff

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What is the Content Creators' Superpower? And How Do You Use It To Your Advantage? 11:00

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To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNordhoff.comBy Eric Nordhoff

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This Book Turned My Biggest Fear Into My Biggest Skill 21:20

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My summary of "How to Win Friends & Influence People" by Dale Carnegie. I went from dreading speaking in public to an eager excitement about the opportunity to speak in front of others. I owe a great deal of that to reading "How To Win Friends & Influence People" by Dale Carnegie for the first time at age 16. My father enrolled me in a 12-week "Pub…

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The Last Episode (For Now) 11:09

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555 Episodes! I revisit my guiding scripture in this process - Psalm 90:12 - "Teach us to number our days, so that we may gain a heart of wisdom." and discuss the Top Five Regrets of the Dying" that started it all in Episode 1 of this podcast. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart to everyone that's listened to this podcast over the last 6 years. …

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Immeasurably More Than All We Ask Or Imagine | Maribeth Dodd 49:34

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I'm grateful to my sister-in-law, Maribeth Dodd, on the podcast. Maribeth is a leadership coach. She is a business coach of leaders in the corporate world, in network marketing, and in ministry. She shares vulnerability about balancing her work along with all of her other personal responsibilities. And, how sometimes the best place to be is a littl…

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The Case For Heaven | Lee Strobel 20:26

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Award-winning and best-selling author, Lee Strobel, joins me for one of my final interviews. It is fitting to talk about the end of life at this time, as I want listeners to remember what's most important in your life as you live it. This conversation really impacted me. I hope it impacts you too. See the trailer and watch The Case For Heaven Movie…

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My 5 Areas Of Focus 16:07

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As part of my ongoing exercise in trimming and pruning my life, I spent the last 2 weeks prayerfully thinking about and writing down a Pro's and Con's list of the 18 things that I have been doing for work. That process helped me narrow my work-life down to 5 main areas of focus. And, I balance them with 1 main area of focus personally. I share it a…

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Uncover The Best Version of You | Jackie Brewster 1:02:49

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Jackie Brewster is a Certified Enneagram Coach and Experiential Specialist and coaches others to self-discovery, using the ancient Enneagram from a Christian faith-based perspective. She guides me to clarity about my Enneagram number and helps me understand the core motivations that lead to my behavior. We talk about the core motivations of each En…

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Just Keep Trimming, Just Keep Trimming 8:24

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I've gotten so caught up in trimming, that I've forgotten to trim. You heard me right - I take a taste of my own medicine, via my wife. She hands me a doozy that really gets me thinking about the questions that help me to decide whether to trim something or not. Do I have the TIME for it? Do I have the TALENT for it? Do I have the PASSION for it? T…

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What Would You Do and Who Would You Be If You Had a Death Bed Perspective? 7:24

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Author, Joshua Medcalf recently posted this on Twitter... "None of us are getting out of here alive. The purpose of life is not to arrive safely at death or accrue the most titles, trophies, and treasures. Live from a death bed perspective. Be relentless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire." Here's my response to this. I'm curious, what w…

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Tim Williams | Thriving Boldly Into Manhood 51:01

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My longtime friend, Tim Williams, joins me on the podcast today. We chat about a wide variety of relatable topics that both challenge and motivate young men to do what needs to be done now, so they can become who they want to become later. Listen to Tim's Thrivehood Podcast Notable Thrivehood Podcast episodes: 8 Qualities Girls Want In A Guy Tips O…

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Trimming One Thing Often Has Multiplying Effects 8:33

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Many times, your decision to trim one thing has compounding effects. That's when pruning becomes fun. To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNordhoff.com

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What is the Process of Trimming? 8:10

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In an earlier episode, I shared my word for the year - TRIM. How am I pruning my life? I understand the benefits, but now how do I go about it? I share my process here...in the hopes that it's helpful to you: 1. Take Inventory 2. Identify 3. Prune Plan 4. Do It 5. Evaluate To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect …

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Valentines Origin Story 6:32

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The legend of St. Valentine comes into play today as we celebrate Valentine's Day. Let's remember the origin story and God's love story for us as we take heart in Him. To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNordhoff.comBy Eric Nordhoff

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Why Trim? | The 10 Benefits of Pruning 17:54

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10 Benefits of Pruning Reduce Stress Have Better Health Make Better Decisions Improved Relationships Make More Money Gain More Time Gain Control Think More Clearly Be More Productive Have a Better Sense of Well-being, Balance and Peace To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNordhoff.com…

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Before I Start Trimming 11:49

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This episode is about my backstory about the process of pruning and trimming and why it matters so much to me now. "Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit." - John 15:2 How many of you have clutter in your life? How many of you are frustrated with areas…

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The Straight Path: Compassion 7:27

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Continuing the conversation about the straight path that God models for us, I discuss Jesus' compassion vs. my convenience. To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNordhoff.comBy Eric Nordhoff

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The Straight Path 4:38

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Inspired by a chapter in the devotional book The Book of Mysteries by Jonathan Cahn. To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNordhoff.comBy Eric Nordhoff

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The Pattern of the Rich 9:01

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There are 3 patterns you can follow in your financial life. The pattern of the poor, middle class or rich. Here's a link to the graphic. Today, I am going to teach the pattern of the rich as learned from Robert Kiyosaki and Rich Dad, Poor Dad. To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNordhoff.com…

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What Costs Nothing, Warms Hearts and Enriches Lives? 4:07

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Be generous with encouragement. It is verbal sunshine. It costs nothing, it warms hearts and enriches lives. - Nicky Gumble (The Bible in One Year) 1 Thessalonians 5:11 - "Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing." Two things to remember in life: Take care of your thoughts when you are alone. Take care …

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Quantity > Quality 6:52

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If I had to choose between quantity vs quality, I will always desire quantity. Here's why! To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNordhoff.com

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The Simple Financial Plan 5:49

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The plan is simple: Pay off all BAD debt. Build a 3-month emergency fund. Open a Roth IRA Invest $500 a month (into the SPY - S&P500) Keep doing for 40 years. Start early and this is enough to make you a millionaire. Assuming a 12% annual return rate compounded over 40 years, this would be worth $4,943,560. To watch videos, make sure you're subscri…

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The Lesson of the Two Waters 6:16

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There are two main lakes that are connected by the Jordan River that borders Israel. One is alive and one is dead. I talk about why and how it can inspire you to make your life about something more than yourself! Inspired by Jonathan Cahn's devotional book, The Book of Mysteries. To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. C…

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537 - Do you have a WORD for the year? 11:30

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I share my thoughts behind having a "word" for the year. I share mine and why I chose it. Share your "word" with me and why you chose it. Send me an email. To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNordhoff.comBy Eric Nordhoff

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536 - Gabe Nelson | Master Your Finances and Create The Life You Want 42:32

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Let's talk money. It's just about the end of the year. This is a great time to review your finances, your financial plan and anything related to how you're maximizing and stewarding the resources that God has given you. I sat down with Gabe Nelson - a registered financial advisor - to discuss developing my personal financial plan. He has a brand ne…

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535 - VALUES ASSESSMENT | How Would I Most Like To Feel? 8:10

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Recently, I went through an exercise with Cliff Ravenscraft where I answered a series of coaching questions. My answers surprised me. They gave me a new awareness of my core beliefs and why I am where I am in life and in business. Here's the third of three episodes dedicated to this values assessment exercise. Today, I answer the question "What wou…

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534 - VALUES ASSESSMENT | What Feelings Do I Most Avoid? 8:27

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Recently, I went through an exercise with Cliff Ravenscraft where I answered a series of coaching questions. My answers surprised me. They gave me a new awareness of my core beliefs and why I am where I am in life and in business. Here's the second of three episodes dedicated to this values assessment exercise. Today, I answer the question "What fe…

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533 - VALUES ASSESSMENT | What Feelings Matter Most? 8:26

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Recently, I went through an exercise with Cliff Ravenscraft where I answered a series of coaching questions. My answers surprised me. They gave me a new awareness of my core beliefs and why I am where I am in life and in business. Here's the first of three episodes dedicated to this values assessment exercise. I encourage you to do this values asse…

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532 - Believe In Yourself | Ten Ways To Succeed With Zero Talent 8:46

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A year ago, I had the opportunity to speak with some college students at Belmont University. My friend, Professor Barry Landis, wanted me to speak on a topic that would be foundational and practical for college students - something these Music & Entertainment students could use out in the real world. This is the last of ten short (9 minutes or less…

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531 - Do More Than What's Required | Ten Ways To Succeed With Zero Talent 8:18

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A year ago, I had the opportunity to speak with some college students at Belmont University. My friend, Professor Barry Landis, wanted me to speak on a topic that would be foundational and practical for college students - something these Music & Entertainment students could use out in the real world. This is the ninth of ten short (9 minutes or les…

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530 - Be Coachable | Ten Ways To Succeed With Zero Talent 8:41

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A year ago, I had the opportunity to speak with some college students at Belmont University. My friend, Professor Barry Landis, wanted me to speak on a topic that would be foundational and practical for college students - something these Music & Entertainment students could use out in the real world. This is the eigth of ten short (9 minutes or les…

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529 - Have Passion | Ten Ways To Succeed With Zero Talent 9:24

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A year ago, I had the opportunity to speak with some college students at Belmont University. My friend, Professor Barry Landis, wanted me to speak on a topic that would be foundational and practical for college students - something these Music & Entertainment students could use out in the real world. This is the seventh of ten short (9 minutes or l…

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528 - Be A Problem Solver | Ten Ways To Succeed With Zero Talent 6:59

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A year ago, I had the opportunity to speak with some college students at Belmont University. My friend, Professor Barry Landis, wanted me to speak on a topic that would be foundational and practical for college students - something these Music & Entertainment students could use out in the real world. This is the sixth of ten short (9 minutes or les…

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527 - Have An Attitude Of Gratitude | Ten Ways To Succeed With Zero Talent 8:56

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A year ago, I had the opportunity to speak with some college students at Belmont University. My friend, Professor Barry Landis, wanted me to speak on a topic that would be foundational and practical for college students - something these Music & Entertainment students could use out in the real world. This is the fifth of ten short (9 minutes or les…

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526 - Be Positively Contagious | Ten Ways To Succeed With Zero Talent 9:17

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A year ago, I had the opportunity to speak with some college students at Belmont University. My friend, Professor Barry Landis, wanted me to speak on a topic that would be foundational and practical for college students - something these Music & Entertainment students could use out in the real world. This is the fourth of ten short (9 minutes or le…

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525 - Give Your Best | Ten Ways To Succeed With Zero Talent 9:11

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A year ago, I had the opportunity to speak with some college students at Belmont University. My friend, Professor Barry Landis, wanted me to speak on a topic that would be foundational and practical for college students - something these Music & Entertainment students could use out in the real world. This is the third of ten short (9 minutes or les…

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524 - Show Up And Do The Work | Ten Ways To Succeed With Zero Talent 9:17

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A year ago, I had the opportunity to speak with some college students at Belmont University. My friend, Professor Barry Landis, wanted me to speak on a topic that would be foundational and practical for college students - something these Music & Entertainment students could use out in the real world. This is the second of ten short (9 minutes or le…

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523 - Introducing Ten Ways To Succeed With Zero Talent 9:15

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A year ago, I had the opportunity to speak with some college students at Belmont University. My friend, Professor Barry Landis, wanted me to speak on a topic that would be foundational and practical for college students - something these Music & Entertainment students could use out in the real world. This is the first of ten short (9 minutes or les…

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522 - Everything In This World Is Temporary 7:12

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Today, I share a devotional message from a devotional book I read every morning called The Book of Mysteries by Jonathan Cahn (NYTimes Bestseller of the book The Harbinger). Every day for an entire year, an imaginary teacher gives his student daily ancient lessons taught for thousands of years in Jewish tradition. This is the basic premise of the b…

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521 - There's A Story In Your Blood: Find Out Your Family History with Genealogist Laurie Hermance-Moore 28:59

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You didn't just get here by accident. You are here because everyone before you had the strength to persevere. And everyone in your family genealogy has a story. Laurie Hermance-Moore is more than an accredited genealogist helping people discover their family history, she's a story-discoverer and a storyteller! Laurie's company, Heritage Bridge, spe…

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520 - Memories of 9/11 | Where I Was, What I Learned, The Hope I Have 8:41

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Where were you on September 11, 2001? What were you doing? What have you learned? How have you changed? No doubt, we all have vivid memories of that day. I share my personal memories and a short message of how we can move forward more unified. If we haven't grown in 20 years, let this be the day we start! Follow me on Twitter @ericnordhoff To watch…

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519 - Thank God For Bitcoin | Jimmy Song 48:27

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Jimmy Song is a Bitcoin expert and advocate. His Twitter bio says "I will show you why Bitcoin will win". He spends his educating people on how to program blockchain technology and program Bitcoin specifically. He often jokes that he preaches Bitcoin to Christians and Christ to Bitcoiners. So much so, that he was inspired to write a book about it w…

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518 - Read To Lead | Jeff Brown and Jeff Wisnewski 46:56

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You've heard the expression "Leaders are readers." Jesse Wisnewski and Jeff Brown join me on the podcast to talk about the book they've co-authored, appropriately titled Read To Lead. Purchase Read To Lead on Amazon. Or, get the first chapter free here. To watch videos, make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube Channel. Connect with me here: EricNo…