The Lifestyle Entrepreneur

I’m breaking down my top 3 marketing predictions for 2025 to help you stay ahead of the curve. Whether you’re building a business from scratch or scaling toward seven figures, these insights will guide your marketing strategy into the future. Here’s what we cover: Founder-Led Brands Are Taking Over: Why putting your face at the forefront of your business creates trust and drives success. ClickFunn...

I’m sharing a massive life update! My family and I have officially moved to Kelowna, BC, and let me tell you—the journey here has been wild. I’ll break down: Why we chose Kelowna over other dreamy spots like Fernie The surprising challenges of finding a rental in Canada’s housing crisis The pros and cons of living in this lakeside city (dog parks and all!) How Kelowna’s entrepreneurial community h...

Are you using headings on your website completely wrong? If so, you’re not alone—and it’s costing you big in organic traffic! In this episode of the Lifestyle Entrepreneur Podcast, I’m breaking down the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make with their website headings and giving you actionable advice to make your site more valuable in Google’s eyes. We’re diving deep into the secret sauce of SEO, fr...

Are you better off building a personal brand or focusing on a corporate brand? In today’s episode, we tackle this critical question by diving into real-world examples from industry giants like Elon Musk, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Alex Hormozi. You’ll be shocked to learn that while these entrepreneurs have amassed millions of followers personally, their corporate brands lag far behind in terms of influe...

In this episode of the Lifestyle Entrepreneur Podcast, I pull back the curtain on the real challenges of running a business while living a nomadic lifestyle. Sure, the freedom to travel sounds glamorous, but there's a hidden downside that no one talks about—and it's affecting my business growth. I’m diving deep into the struggles I've faced over the past year, from moving across countr...

How long should you stick with a marketing strategy before deciding it's time to switch gears or fire your agency? Inspired by a recent conversation with a client, I explore the importance of patience and financial investment in your marketing efforts. Join me on a walk at the family cottage with my dog Kai, as I discuss:The Red Flags in Client Investments: Understanding when a client’s financial...

Comparing LLCs (Limited Liability Companies) and PLLCs (Professional Limited Liability Companies). Whether you're a lawyer, an acupuncturist, or any other licensed professional, this episode is packed with essential insights to help you decide which structure suits your needs best. LLC vs. PLLC: Discover the key differences and benefits of each structure. Pros and Cons: Get a clear breakdown o...

Being likeable and trustworthy can make or break your business. Here are 3 actionable ways to be more likeable with your content. Learn practical advice on building trust without feeling salesy. Discover the importance of consistency in your messaging and presence, and how to authentically connect with your audience. Small changes can lead to big results in your content marketing strategy. I share...

If your marketing funnel is "broken," then you need to review your brand using a balanced approach to the logical and creative sides of your brain. In this episode of the Lifestyle Entrepreneur Podcast, host Mark, known as Money with Mark, explores the essential balance between the logical and creative aspects of the brain in building a successful business. Reflecting on a recent experie...

In 2020, I took a leap into the world of "boring businesses" and bought a barbershop during the pandemic, expecting to apply my marketing skills to boost its success. Spoiler alert: It didn't go as planned. From struggling to find qualified barbers to juggling increasing overheads, this episode dives into the gritty realities of small business ownership. I'll share the crucial in...

Mark provides a step-by-step guide on leveraging Google search operators to create a valuable email list of potential customers. He delves into how you can use this list for direct marketing or to enhance your digital advertising efforts through platforms like Google and Meta Ads. Additionally, Mark discusses the importance of combining these short-term strategies with long-term goals to establish...

Hear my journey from a shy child to a seasoned entrepreneur. Through personal anecdotes and reflective insights, I explore the transformative power of embracing failures and the critical importance of focus in entrepreneurial success. I share the challenging yet invaluable lessons learned from a failed barbershop venture and my experiences in growing a marketing agency. Key takeaways from this epi...

the top three mistakes that new entrepreneurs often make when starting their journey. Drawing from his experience with the Auto Growth Academy, Mark shares real-world examples and practical advice on how to avoid these pitfalls and steer your business towards success. Whether it's mismanaging social media strategies, misunderstanding audience building, or hastily switching platforms, Mark brea...

In this episode of the "Brand Diary" series I'm opening up about one of my current struggles—saying no. From client interactions to project offers, Mark discusses the difficulty in turning down financially tempting propositions that do not align with his business's long-term goals. He shares how these challenges distract from essential tasks like content creation for YouTube and his websites, whic...

Mark guides you through his proven process of securing a significant brand deal as a content creator, even if you have fewer than 5,000 followers. He delves into his personal experience with his brand, Money with Mark, where he leveraged his expertise in affiliate marketing and content creation to attract both leads and lucrative deals. Mark outlines a three-step strategy that includes choosing th...

Dive into the entrepreneurial journey with Mark, host of the "Business Diaries" podcast, where he shares insights from his and his wife's business adventures. This episode offers a raw look into their beginnings with a lifestyle business, the struggles of scaling up, and managing unexpected financial crises. Mark discusses the shift from traditional client services to a more scalable...

Monk mode is an increasing popular routine of habits that top performing entrepreneurs use to skyrocket their productivity and creative output. That's exactly what Monk Mode is all about, and I'm here to guide you through my personal Monk Mode Protocol. 🧘‍♂️ In this session, I break down the essentials of establishing a Monk Mode routine—from optimizing sleep and minimizing distractions to settin...

I'm cutting through the noise to share the ONE thing that skyrocketed my online traffic and customer base. We all want more—more traffic, more views, more conversions, right? Well, I'm going to tell you why all the hot tips and flashy tactics might be letting you down, why every channel you're trying seems to fail, and the single secret that's been the game-changer for me, pumping...

In this episode I dive into the core of what a marketing strategy truly is — and isn't. Drawing inspiration from Winston Churchill, I explore the critical importance of planning and how the bottom-up method can revolutionize your approach. Join me as I debunk myths and lay out a clear, actionable plan to attract customers and measure success. And remember, action breeds success. Slide into my...

Join me in the latest episode, "I Told a Client No!", as I bare it all about a particularly daring moment in my entrepreneurial journey. Ever been in that tight spot, wrestling between appeasing a client and honoring your boundaries? That's where I stood, face-to-face with a request so outlandish it teetered on rudeness. Dive deep with me as I recount the rollercoaster of emotions, the gravity of...

Dive into a no-holds-barred episode as I, Mark, unveil a chapter from my entrepreneurial saga: "I Built a Business That I Hate". Explore the gnarly journey of constructing a marketing agency that seemingly ticked all the boxes but internally was a ticking time bomb of stress and underappreciation. I found myself submerged in a sea of endless demands, nocturnal email chimes, and a work-life balance...

I shares my mistakes and insights on corporate taxes in Canada after 5 years of running my own business. This episode I discuss my personal experiences and provide valuable tips and advice for fellow Canadian entrepreneurs on navigating the Canadian corporate tax system. Whether you're just starting out or have been in business for a while, you won't want to miss this informative discussio...

In this episode of The Money With Mark Show, I share the personal story of how one business decision left me with $10,000 of debt, and the personal finance skills I'm using within my business, to get back on track. As an entrepreneur, we have to make a tough decisions that ended up having unexpected consequences for our finances. But rather than letting the debt overwhelm us, we should taken a...

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I lost $30,000 running my SEO company Make Your Mark Today Inc. Not in the checky way of "I could have landed this $30k client"   I actually missed out on $30,000 of revenue from accounting and invoicing errors and of course - my own personal failings. Subscribe to the Money With Mark podcast to keep posted on my business and wealth journey.