Sarah St John of Frugalpreneur

10/29/20 • 32 min

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This week on Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Sarah St John of the Frugalpreneur podcast.

Frugalpreneur shows people how to build a business on a bootstrapped budget, and interviews entrepreneurs to answer your questions about being successful online.

Topics up for discussion this week include:

how the show originally started as a complementary piece to market her book
how podcasting introduces you to so many people that can help you
how her change to an interview-style show reignited her podcasting passion
how a lack of podcasting resources saw her start her own company to offer exactly that
why she took almost a year off from her podcast, and how Covid presented an opportunity to relaunch
how the experience has been, compared to her expectations for it
how Covid has made her much more focused and consistent with her show
why she prefers the intimacy of podcasting
how her own networking opportunities have exploded through the podcast
how she found her love of entrepreneurship
the episodes that have stood out for her, and why
how she takes something away from every guest she has on her show
how she's taken the best of her shows and created an online podcasting course
why she's aiming to do more solo shows in 2021
what advice she'd give new podcasters
why being a guest on podcasts is so key to growing your business
why John Lee Dumas is her hero

Settle back for a look at entrepreneurship on a budget, and how podcasting can help drive the goals and results you're looking for.

Connect with Sarah:

Contact me: [email protected]

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This week on Podcaster Stories, I sit down with Sarah St John of the Frugalpreneur podcast.

Frugalpreneur shows people how to build a business on a bootstrapped budget, and interviews entrepreneurs to answer your questions about being successful online.

Topics up for discussion this week include:

how the show originally started as a complementary piece to market her book
how podcasting introduces you to so many people that can help you
how her change to an interview-style show reignited her podcasting passion
how a lack of podcasting resources saw her start her own company to offer exactly that
why she took almost a year off from her podcast, and how Covid presented an opportunity to relaunch
how the experience has been, compared to her expectations for it
how Covid has made her much more focused and consistent with her show
why she prefers the intimacy of podcasting
how her own networking opportunities have exploded through the podcast
how she found her love of entrepreneurship
the episodes that have stood out for her, and why
how she takes something away from every guest she has on her show
how she's taken the best of her shows and created an online podcasting course
why she's aiming to do more solo shows in 2021
what advice she'd give new podcasters
why being a guest on podcasts is so key to growing your business
why John Lee Dumas is her hero

Settle back for a look at entrepreneurship on a budget, and how podcasting can help drive the goals and results you're looking for.

Connect with Sarah:

Contact me: [email protected]

My equipment:

Recommended resources:

This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:
Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

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Podcaster Stories - Sarah St John of Frugalpreneur

Transcript Summary

In this episode titled 'Sarah St John of Frugalpreneur,' Sarah, a former photographer turned online entrepreneur, shares her journey and insights into podcasting and online business. Starting as a complement to her book, Sarah's podcast, Frugalpreneur, gained more traction and popularity than expected, leading her to continue podcasting. She enjoys conducting interview-based episodes with entrepreneurs in the online business and podcasting space. Sarah reveals how podcasting has exceeded her expectations, providing positive feedback and valuable connections. The ability to multitask while listening to podcasts adds to its appeal. She also offers resources and recommendations on making money online through affiliate marketing. Sarah's entrepreneurial mindset, experience, and passion shine throughout the episode, as she shares her plans for a podcasting course and her published books on entrepreneurship, self-publishing, and podcasting. She highlights the importance of investing in quality equipment and platforms like Captivate and Buzzsprout for aspiring podcasters. Sarah's advice includes being a guest on other podcasts to expand one's network, and she mentions John Lee Dumas and Pat Flynn as influential entrepreneurs. If you're interested in starting an online business, podcasting, or seeking entrepreneurial inspiration, this episode is a must-listen!

Transcript

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I don't know if its like a gene or in your DNA or I feel like it's something that you must be born with. Because even when I was a kid, I would gather up like free candy and pencils and things like that and then sell them to my friends. But I didn't actually start a business until 2008 was my first business. And it was actually a photography business. But after a few years I decided I wanted to switch to online business just because the overhead, it was getting so exp

Sarah St John of Frugalpreneur Top Questions Answered

How did Sarah St John get into podcasting?

Sarah St John got into podcasting as a complement to her book, but found it more effective for gaining leverage and making connections.

What does Sarah St John focus on in her podcast episodes?

Sarah St John focuses on various ways to make money online on a budget, including podcasting, online courses, dropshipping, and affiliate marketing.

Why does Sarah believe podcasting allows for easier connections with entrepreneurs and influencers?

Sarah believes podcasting allows for easier connections and networking because it provides a personal connection with listeners and allows for multitasking while consuming content.

What other ventures has Sarah St John started related to podcasting?

Sarah started a podcast production agency and a podcast resource directory to help aspiring podcasters find tools and resources.

Why did Sarah take a break from podcasting in 2019?

Sarah took a break from podcasting in 2019 due to a new job.

Why did Sarah pick up podcasting again in March 2020?

Sarah picked up podcasting again in March 2020 during the COVID-19 quarantine, as she found more success and enjoyment in the process.

How has podcasting exceeded Sarah's expectations?

Podcasting has exceeded Sarah's expectations by garnering positive feedback and reaching more people compared to her book.

How has podcasting helped Sarah build her network and generate leads?

Podcasting has helped Sarah build her network, generate leads, and provide value to her audience through the resources she recommends.

What tools and resources does Sarah recommend for podcasting?

Sarah recommends investing in a good microphone and headphones, as well as using podcast hosting platforms like Captivate or Buzzsprout.

Who are some impactful figures in the entrepreneurial space mentioned by the speaker?

The speaker mentions John Lee Dumas and Pat Flynn as impactful figures in the entrepreneurial space.

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