Mike Strahl

Creator's Leverage Guild

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Creator’s Leverage Guild is a community-driven podcast for content creators, Amazon Influencers, side hustlers, and digital entrepreneurs who want to build real income streams through content, systems, and smart leverage. Hosted by Mike Strahl and Ben Phair, the show dives into affiliate marketing, Amazon Influencer strategies, YouTube growth, brand collaborations, monetization systems, and lessons learned from building online income the hard way. Expect honest conversations, real-world experience, and practical insights without the hype. Contact: support@creatorsleverageguild.com

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Mike Strahl

Episodes

Mastering Content Creation and Landing Brand Deals with Erin Lawrence : Ep#66 06.04.2025 1:04:45

In this episode of the Basic Influencer Strategies podcast, Mike sits down with Erin Lawrence — a full-time content creator, YouTube strategist, and former TV journalist who’s grown her channel to nearly 100,000 subscribers. Erin shares how she made the leap from news anchor to influencer, how she consistently lands paid brand deals, and what it really takes to build a sustainable, profitable crea...

Mastering Affiliate Marketing with Geniuslink’s Jesse Lakes : Ep. #65 23.03.2025 50:42

In this episode of the Basic Influencer Strategies Podcast, Mike sits down with Jesse Lakes, CEO of Geniuslink, to uncover proven strategies for maximizing affiliate earnings. Jesse shares his unique journey from whitewater rafting guide to affiliate marketing expert, offering insider tips on increasing conversion rates, managing multiple affiliate programs, and leveraging AI for efficiency. _____...

Basic Influencer Strategies #64: Transitioning from Postal Worker to Content Creator w/ Kevin Thomas 09.03.2025 52:26

In Episode 64 of the Basic Influencer Strategies Podcast, Mike returns after a period of recovery from nasal surgery & welcomes guest Kevin Thomas. At 55 years old, Kevin is taking an early retirement & transitioning from his established career into content creation. He shares his journey, insights, & practical tips for leveraging Amazon's Creator Connections. He discusses his robu...

Basic Influencer Strategies #63 : New Beginnings, AIP Gets A Face Lift, & New Course is Available! 24.02.2025 24:29

In episode 63 of the Basic Influencer Strategies podcast, Mike thanks listeners for their support as he takes over from Andrew & Jim Ed. He discusses Amazon's recent transition from Creator Hub to Creator Studio, providing insights into the changes & their implications for influencers. Mike also shares his personal earnings breakdown for January & February, emphasizing the importan...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #62: Passing the Torch - AIP Podcast Transition and New Horizons 06.02.2025 45:04

In podcast episode number 62, Andrew acknowledges the long break since their last episode and discusses the busy lives of the co-hosts. Major life transitions, including new jobs and other commitments, have led to a significant announcement: Andrew and Jim Ed will hand over the reins of the podcast to Mike. Mike shares his impressive journey and earnings in the Amazon Influencer Program (AIP) and...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #61: Our Mindset and Goals Going into 2025 26.12.2024 37:30

Welcome to the Amazon Influencer podcast #61. In the 61st episode of the podcast, the hosts discuss recent life changes, income updates, and future goals for 2025. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Need some one on one help? Reach out to us (sidehustleheroeshq@gmail.com or message us on FB) as we now offer coaching. Join our Amazon Influencer Succes...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #60: Guest Mike Dancy Discusses Diversifying Income and Maximizing Exposure as an Amazon Influencer 09.12.2024 48:06

In this milestone 60th episode of the Amazon Influencer Podcast, the hosts welcome back Mike Dancy, an expert in user-generated content (UGC) and Amazon Influencers. Mike shares his journey from discovering the Amazon Influencer Program to diversifying his income streams through YouTube and TikTok. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Amazon I...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #59: Sales are up, Creator Connections update, and our coaching program 26.11.2024 35:52

Welcome to Episode 59 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! In this podcast, Mike and Andrew talk about a host of topics from our latest sales trends, to conversion rates, creator connections updates, and finally our coaching program. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Amazon Influencer Success Facebook group to be part of this supportive AIP su...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #58: Why we are still stoked about free products 13.11.2024 35:31

Glass Half Full Perspectives: Jim Ed has earned over $4,000 from paid video reviews over the past year Both hosts still receiving valuable free products from Chinese sellers Planning spring yard sale with accumulated products Products can be used for holiday gifts and employee Christmas party items Updates & Tips: Using Descript software for podcast/video editing Now on TikTok - providing show...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #57: The basics of sharing AIP videos on YouTube 29.10.2024 43:54

Welcome to Episode 57 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! In this podcast, Mike and Andrew talk about the ins and outs of uploading AIP videos to YouTube. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Amazon Influencer Success Facebook group to be part of this supportive AIP support community, www.facebook.com/groups/amazoninfluencerssuccess/ Our Amazon...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #56: Guest, Ali, talks about her experience so far as a new AIP member 14.10.2024 52:29

Welcome to Episode 56 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! In this podcast, Ali, a new AIP member joins us to talk about her experience with the program so far. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Amazon Influencer Success Facebook group to be part of this supportive AIP support community, www.facebook.com/groups/amazoninfluencerssuccess/ Our Am...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #55: Guest, Mike, is back and he's sharing about his experience with Creator Connections! 30.09.2024 54:32

Welcome to Episode 55 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! In this podcast, Mike returns to the podcast (he's been on a few others). He's going to take a larger role with the podcast and he shares about his experience with Creator Connections. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Amazon Influencer Success Facebook group to be part of this...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #54: Guest, Jourdan, off to a great start with AIP, almost 200 videos up after a few months 15.09.2024 48:45

Welcome to Episode 54 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! In this podcast, we interview new Amazon Influencer, Jourdan. She's off to a great start with almost 200 videos uploaded after just a few months. She shares her experience so far with the program and provides some valuable insights. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Amazon Influenc...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #53: We react to a great post from one of our FB group members 03.09.2024 35:31

Welcome to Episode 53 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! In this podcast, we react to a great post from one of our FB group members, Jeff, about some recommended best practices/learnings from his AIP experience. Thanks, Jeff! Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Side Hustle Heroes HQ Facebook group to be part of the Side Hustle Heroes HQ commun...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #52: AIP numbers lower again ... what we are doing about it 22.08.2024 35:42

Welcome to Episode 52 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! Yes, AIP numbers are lower again. Is it time to throw in the towel? Hardly! Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Side Hustle Heroes HQ Facebook group to be part of the Side Hustle Heroes HQ community and be the first to get access to the latest tips and strategies for our latest side hust...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #51: OG Doug (3,000+ AIP videos) Shares his Amazon Influencer Experience and Tips 05.08.2024 56:08

Welcome to Episode 51 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! Jim Ed and Andrew interview an exciting guest Doug who is one of the original AIP members with over 3,000 videos. You'll be sure to learn a ton of things from this one. Make sure to check out a really cool tool that Doug is using to scale your AIP income. Get a 50% discount here when you use this link: https://fluencerfruitconnect.com/dou...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #50: Another Milestone Reached Thanks To Our Listeners 22.07.2024 48:23

Welcome to Episode 50 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! Jim Ed and Andrew celebrate reaching the milestone of their 50th podcast episode. They reflect on their journey and the hosts express gratitude for their supportive listeners and the motivation they draw from them. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Side Hustle Heroes HQ Facebook group...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #49: Lower Numbers Again and AIP Content Duplication Email 08.07.2024 27:06

Welcome to Episode 49 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! On today's podcast we chat about lower numbers again and why we think that is going on. We also discuss Amazon's recent email about content duplication and the impact on us. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Side Hustle Heroes HQ Facebook group to be part of the Side Hustle Her...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #48: Jim Ed Hits a New Milestone and Andrew's Latest Experience with Creator Connections 24.06.2024 22:12

Welcome to Episode 48 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! On today's podcast we chat about Jim Ed's latest milestone and Andrew shares his experience with Creator Connections. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Side Hustle Heroes HQ Facebook group to be part of the Side Hustle Heroes HQ community and be the first to get access to the l...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #47: Guest Michael talks about Creator Connections and Scaling AIP with Airbnb 10.06.2024 54:15

Welcome to Episode 47 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! Guest, Michael joins the podcast to discuss creator connections and scaling with Airbnb. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Side Hustle Heroes HQ Facebook group to be part of the Side Hustle Heroes HQ community and be the first to get access to the latest tips and strategies for our lat...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #46: Importance of Speed When Shooting and Uploading Videos 27.05.2024 25:21

Welcome to Episode 46 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! Today’s episode is packed with valuable insights and discussions about video creation, TikTok accounts for AIP, and an update on a recent Amazon conference. We also share our latest performance numbers Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Join our Side Hustle Heroes HQ Facebook group to be part of...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #45: Headline test results, TikTok affiliates, and calling all interested podcast guests 13.05.2024 31:29

Welcome to Episode 45 of our Amazon Influencer podcast with your hosts Andrew and Jim Ed from Side Hustle Heroes HQ. Today. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. We’ll give you the quick results of our headline test (sorry a little underwhelming). We'll also talk about TikTok. We mentioned a great tool called Shoplus to help you with your product re...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #44: Quick update on headline test and UK/CA AIP 30.04.2024 34:57

Welcome to Episode 44 of our Amazon Influencer podcast with your hosts Andrew and Jim Ed from Side Hustle Heroes HQ. Today, we’ll give you an update on our headline test and the latest with UK/CA AIP. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Just a reminder that our Amazon Influencers course is available. Sign up below: https://bit.ly/provenazinfluencer To...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #43: Do video titles/thumbnails make a difference and is buying products for AIP a good idea? 14.04.2024 35:52

Welcome to Episode 43 of our Amazon Influencers podcast with your hosts Andrew and Jim Ed from Side Hustle Heroes HQ. Today, we’re discussing exciting changes, testing new strategies, and sharing valuable insights into scaling your side hustle into the Amazon Influencer program. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Just a reminder that our Amazon Influ...

Amazon Influencer Podcast #42: Can you delegate AIP videos and is AIP growth linear? 01.04.2024 47:36

Welcome to the Amazon Influencer podcast, number 42. In this episode, Jim Ed and Andrew, originally known as the "Side Hustle Hero HQ Podcast," talk about their numbers, delegating AIP, and they discuss whether growth is linear with AIP. Enjoying the podcast? Please leave us a review/rating and share with your friends. Just a reminder that our new Amazon Influencers course is now live. T...