Best Sam Vander Wielen Podcasts (2025)

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Our final reflections on what it really takes to build a business that lasts 22:30

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38m ago22:30

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After years of powerful conversations, raw honesty, and unwavering purpose, it’s time to close this chapter of the Unbreakable Business podcast. In this bittersweet final episode, I’m taking a moment to celebrate everything we’ve built together—from the incredible guests who shared their truths to you, the listeners, who kept this show alive with y…

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SPI 906: Easy Rules for Crafting Challenges That Convert 31:12

7d ago31:12

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#906 Quick wins and small steps create massive results. Still, how do we take that all-important first leap when faced with big projects? In this episode, I share why challenges stand out as one of the most powerful tools that help people move toward their goals. For years, I've watched students consume content and buy courses without ever taking r…

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269. 4 Tiny Habits I Do Before Year-End (So 2026 Is More Profitable and Peaceful) 16:03

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You know that feeling when you come back to your desk in January and everything is a disaster? Your desktop looks like a digital garage sale, your office chair is still wearing yesterday’s sweater, and your brain feels like it’s running 42 tabs at once? Yeah… we’re not doing that this year. In this episode, I’m sharing the super simple, totally doa…

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SPI 905: I’m Ready to Share the Short-Form Formula for Viral Growth! 22:00

14d ago22:00

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#905 Short-form video is dominating the internet. If you're sitting this one out and dismissing it as a passing trend, you're missing out on the easiest opportunity to generate views, build an audience, and grow your business! The barrier to entry is at an all-time low right now. As a father and entrepreneur with zero extra hours, I'm able to sneak…

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Lessons from corporate dropouts turned CEOs 11:28

7d ago11:28

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If you could start your business all over again, what’s the one piece of advice you’d give yourself? That’s the question I asked three powerhouse entrepreneurs who’ve all made the leap from traditional jobs to unconventional, thriving businesses. Their answers aren’t about regrets—they’re about growth, clarity, and building with intention from day …

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268. How to Create Your Ideal Business Year (Without Burnout-y Goals) 28:06

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It’s that time of year again — when everyone online suddenly becomes a color-coded-notion-board-wielding planning expert. But before you map out your entire 2026 vision board, we need to do something way more important: figure out what you actually want. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the exact reflection + annual planning exercise I d…

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SPI 904: The Hero Platform Strategy: How to Grow on Social Without Spreading Yourself Thin 48:05

21d ago48:05

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#904 I'm now a big fan of short-form video for entrepreneurs, despite my initial skepticism. For the best results, though, you should take advantage of multiple platforms at once. But how do you show up everywhere without burning yourself out? In this episode, I'm chatting with online video pioneer Gideon Shalwick. He is the creator of Vubli, a too…

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267. Before You Plan 2026, Do THIS First 41:11

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If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably hit the end of the year and thought: Wait… what actually happened?! How did we blink and suddenly find ourselves staring down a new calendar, new goals, and the same coffee mug we’ve dragged through the highs and lows of the last 12 months? Before you sprint into planning mode for 2026 (don’t worry, we’re…

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SPI 903: An Update on LIFE Outside of Business (Turning 43) 34:14

28d ago34:14

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#903 I was twenty-five when I started my business journey. Now, days away from my forty-third birthday, my perspective on what matters most has entirely shifted. More than ever, I'm optimizing for fun. Even more so, I'm optimizing for peace. If you resonate with these thoughts, join me for a reflective episode today. I'll update you on my family li…

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Navigating burnout while running a successful family-owned business with Rachel Moore of Mad Mod Home 47:36

24d ago47:36

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How do you navigate burnout and keep your business running? In this episode of Unbreakable Business, we’re diving into the realities of running a family-owned business with Honeybook member Rachel Moore. Rachel is the owner of Mad Mod Home, a home staging boutique based in Los Angeles. Listen in as she shares how she learned to establish boundaries…

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266. How to Grow Your Email List (Series #4) 40:43

20d ago40:43

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If you’ve ever stared at a blinking cursor while trying to write your weekly newsletter and thought, “What in the whole enchilada am I supposed to say?” — today’s episode is your permission slip to stop overthinking and start structuring your emails in a way that works for you and your audience. I’m breaking down the two classic newsletter formats …

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SPI 902: How to Turn Your Following Into Revenue (At All Levels) 25:14

1M ago25:14

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#902 I just earned $40,000 in four days selling t-shirts! That's bananas, but these are the kinds of things you can expect to happen if you focus on building true superfans. From day one, you can follow my system and start generating income from your passion. From ad revenue and affiliate marketing at the casual level to VIP experiences and five-fi…

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265. How to Grow Your Email List (Series #3) 28:00

1M ago28:00

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Let’s be honest — most freebies out there? They’re not working. If you’ve ever spent hours creating a lead magnet only for it to attract people who download and disappear, this episode is your new best friend. In Part 3 of my 4-part email series, I’m breaking down why your freebie isn’t growing your list (hint: it’s not because freebies don’t work)…

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Making money doesn’t have to be hard with Denise Duffield-Thomas 51:32

1M ago51:32

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Do you believe you’re worthy of making the kind of money you dream about? Here’s the truth: making money is easier than you think, but you have to have the right money mindset. In this episode of Unbreakable Business, I’m joined by author and money mindset mentor Denise Duffield-Thomas. Listen in as Denise shares what it means to be consistent in y…

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SPI 901: How I Went Against My Own Advice and Got 1B+ Views 21:46

1M ago21:46

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#901 I was wrong. Going against one of my core beliefs proved it and changed everything! For years, I championed the idea that long-form content was the only real way to build a loyal audience. I was especially hard on the growing popularity of TikTok. But that all changed when I finally understood what it takes to attract superfans, one sixty-seco…

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264. How to Grow Your Email List (Series #2) 33:19

1M ago33:19

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You’ve been told that the only way to grow your email list is with freebies, PDFs, and opt-ins galore—but what if there was an easier (and honestly, more effective) way? In Part 2 of my How to Grow Your Email List series, I’m spilling the details on my Easy Email Strategy—a super simple way to get the right people (aka future customers, not freebie…

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SPI 900: Why Superfans Are Still the Fastest Path to Success 34:09

2M ago34:09

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#900 Before you even have them, building your business with your future superfans in mind is the secret to success. That’s what I’m diving into for this special milestone episode! 900 sessions in, the Superfans concept is still the number one idea behind my biggest wins. It’s helped me write a bestselling book, build communities around my work, and…

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263. How to Grow Your Email List (Series #1) 32:22

2M ago32:22

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You’re doing everything to grow your email list — promoting your freebies, sharing your links, posting on social — and yet, that number just won’t budge. You want new subscribers rolling in every day, the kind who actually want to buy from you, and a reliable way to make sales that doesn’t depend on Instagram’s mood swings. Sound familiar? In this …

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SPI 899: It Only Takes 67 Days to Win Big with Dr. Shannon Irvine 33:14

2M ago33:14

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#899 Here's the thing. No amount of learning about strategy will help your business take off until you drop your limiting beliefs. And there's nothing woo-woo about getting your mindset primed for success, either. It's all in the science of how our brains work! Setting and achieving goals is about thinking differently. That's why I'm very happy to …

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Building a resilient business that runs without you with Sam Vander Wielen 43:14

2M ago43:14

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What if your business could thrive even when your world is falling apart? Imagine breaking free from hustle culture and building a business that’s in alignment with your life. That’s exactly what Sam Vander Wielen did. After a difficult season revealed how unsustainable her pace was, she reworked her business so that it could run even when she didn…

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SPI 898: Business Tools I'm Using More than Anything Right Now 18:28

2M ago18:28

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#898 Having the right tools for the job will transform your productivity. After trying out hundreds of them, I've finally unlocked the next-level tech stack that changed the game for me. Tune in for this episode to hear how I use everything from AI to basic calendar apps to elevate my workflow. Don't miss this session because, while most services p…

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262. The 6 Weekly Anchors Behind My $8M Business (That Have Nothing to Do With Marketing) 48:16

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You’ve probably heard me say before that your business only grows as much as you do — and I mean it. Because no matter how many marketing tricks you try, or how well you plan your next launch… none of it matters if you’re running on fumes. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the six weekly anchors that keep me grounded, creative, and energized enough t…

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SPI 897: Why We Need to Forget About Retirement 38:08

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We all know it’s smart to save and invest for retirement, right? But what happens if you reach 65, having sacrificed your health and relationships to hit an arbitrary number in your account? Here's the thing. The traditional idea of retirement might not work for you. In fact, the system might be broken and was never designed to truly reward you for…

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261. How to Start an Online Business (legally!) 1:12:11

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Thinking about starting an online business—or finally making your “side hustle” official—but don’t want to get buried in legal confusion? This episode is your crash course on exactly how to start your business the right way before 2025 ends. Whether you’re a coach, course creator, service provider, or product-based entrepreneur, I’m walking you thr…

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SPI 896: If I Had to Start Over Again 27:25

2M ago27:25

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#896 If I were starting over today, how would I build an audience and business from scratch? Someone asked me this question at my Card Party event in Seattle, and it really got me thinking. If you're undecided about your first steps, join me for this episode to hear my answer and unlock a possible roadmap to success! So, what is the top opportunity…

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How to pivot when your business is failing with John Branch IV 50:32

2M ago50:32

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When your business hits a wall, do you freeze or do you rebuild? At the start of 2025, wedding photographer and YouTube creator John Branch IV had a reality check. His inbox was empty, his calendar had only two bookings, and everything that used to work in his business to bring him clients wasn’t working anymore. From where he sat, his business was…

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260. How to Actually Build to Multi-7 Figures (and the Trade-Offs No One Mentions) 45:25

2M ago45:25

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Everyone wants the 7-figure business… until they realize what comes with it. In this episode, I’m breaking down what it really takes to build a multi-seven-figure online business — and the trade-offs no one warns you about. I’ll share the 10 things I’d focus on if I were starting over, including how to create a flagship product that actually sells,…

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Breaking the people-pleasing habit to build a business that lasts with Laurie Petrolino 32:59

2M ago32:59

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This Santa Barbara cake artist turned her side hustle into a brand featured in Vogue Weddings and People Magazine, and she did it without a huge social media following. In this episode of Unbreakable Business, I sit down with Laurie Petrolino, baker, business owner, and Honeybook member. Laurie owns Room For Cake, where she creates stunning cakes f…

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SPI 895: What's Working in Publishing Books Right Now 27:57

2M ago27:57

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