First Class Founders: Creators | Solopreneurs | Personal HoldCo

Yong-Soo Chung
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First Class Founders: Creators | Solopreneurs | Personal HoldCo

The next generation of successful entrepreneurs will be both founders & creators, leveraging their own audience to launch, build, and scale multiple companies into millions based on their own personal hobbies & passions. This is the 'Personal Holding Company' philosophy. It's a lifestyle business on steroids: no venture capital investors, work whenever & wherever you want, turning your hobbies into businesses. First Class Founders explores this PHC philosophy with tactical tips & strategies from today's top content creators and world-class company operators who are pioneers in this new wave of entrepreneurship. The future of entrepreneurship is here. Listen & Follow! 

  1. How to Build Your HoldCo with Michael Girdley

    03/13/2024

    How to Build Your HoldCo with Michael Girdley

    E75: Michael Girdley (@girdley) needs no introduction. He's a HoldCo legend. Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) sits down with Michael to discuss how he has built a successful HoldCo. We talk about Michael's "Right People, Right Structure, Right Mission" framework, which he uses to build all of his businesses. Michael shares how to find the best people, set up your business the right way, and get everyone excited about the same goal.On today’s episode, you’ll learn:- PHC Organization Struct...

    40 min
  2. Breaking Down the Personal HoldCo of Tim Stoddart of Copyblogger

    03/06/2024

    Breaking Down the Personal HoldCo of Tim Stoddart of Copyblogger

    E74: Have you ever wondered how a person can flip their life's script from constant struggles to having a multi-million dollar business? Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) has a rich conversation with successful entrepreneur Tim Stoddart (@TimStodz), the proud owner of Copyblogger Media. He discusses his incredible transition from a troubled youth in Philadelphia to a sober entrepreneur with a multi-million dollar Personal HoldCo portfolio.On today’s episode, you’ll learn:- How to Fin...

    31 min
  3. 8 Unconventional Truths I Learned in 8 Years of Entrepreneurship

    02/28/2024

    8 Unconventional Truths I Learned in 8 Years of Entrepreneurship

    E73: Not many know it, but a lot of aspiring business owners run the risk of making expensive mistakes that could put their goals on hold before they ever take off. So, today, host Yong-Soo Chung (@YongSooChung) shares eight important things he learned over eight years of building three businesses from the ground up. He shares how to have an exponential growth mindset, hire carefully, know when to switch between growth and preservation modes and build a strong environment for your compa...

    25 min
  4. How to Build and Sell a Startup with Andrew Gazdecki, Founder and CEO of Acquire.com

    02/21/2024

    How to Build and Sell a Startup with Andrew Gazdecki, Founder and CEO of Acquire.com

    E72: When is the right time to exit a business? Sounds like a simple question, but the answer... isn't as simple.Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) sits down with accomplished entrepreneur Andrew Gazdecki (@agazdecki), the Founder and CEO of Acquire.com. Andrew discusses the strategies behind successful exits and how to position your company to be sold for the highest valuation. He also discussed how startups can be bought in as few as 30 days. On today’s episode, you’ll lea...

    37 min
  5. Don't Make These Design Mistakes: How to Build Your Brand Identity with Nate Kadlac

    02/14/2024

    Don't Make These Design Mistakes: How to Build Your Brand Identity with Nate Kadlac

    E71: How do you design a personal brand that truly reflects you, stands out, and captivates your audience?Do you find yourself lost in the sea of design choices? Not sure how to align your website elements with your personal brand values?Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) is joined by talented designer, Nate Kadlac (@kadlac). Nate will guide us through the crucial elements of your personal brand identity: Logo, Font, Color, Elements & Motifs, and Visual Layout. Nate will also tell us ho...

    42 min
  6. How to Get A Free PR for Your Business with Christina Nicholson

    02/07/2024

    How to Get A Free PR for Your Business with Christina Nicholson

    E70: Who doesn't like free or cheap stuff? Imagine getting more customers without spending money. Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) is joined by an expert in PR and earned media, Christina Nicholson (@ChristinaAllDay), an award-winning journalist. Christina will discuss why small businesses should start with local media and why earned media's credibility is its most powerful asset. She also discusses how to obtain free (or affordable) PR and how to pitch the media to get coverage.On ...

    33 min
  7. Million Dollar Weekend: How To Launch A Successful Business In 48 Hours with Noah Kagan, CEO of AppSumo

    01/31/2024

    Million Dollar Weekend: How To Launch A Successful Business In 48 Hours with Noah Kagan, CEO of AppSumo

    E69: Imagine creating a million dollar business in just 48 hours. Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) is joined by a special guest Noah Kagan (@noahkagan), the CEO of AppSumo.com. Noah will discuss his new book "Million Dollar Weekend" and explain how he used these strategies and tactics to build AppSumo, a near 9-figure business.On today’s episode, you’ll learn:- How to Validate Your Ideas- The One-Minute Business Model- The Million-Dollar Weekend Framework- How to Scale Your Bu...

    29 min
  8. Master the Power of Relational Capital with Jay Abraham

    01/24/2024

    Master the Power of Relational Capital with Jay Abraham

    E68: Ever wonder how to grow your business profits just by leveraging relationships and strategic partnerships?Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) is privileged to have a very special guest, Jay Abraham (@RealJayAbraham), the Owner of Abraham Group and America’s Highest Paid Marketing Consultant. Jay will discuss the concept of Relational Capital, one of the most powerful, yet misunderstood concepts in business. Abraham shares anecdotes and real world examples of creative partnerships ...

    38 min
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The next generation of successful entrepreneurs will be both founders & creators, leveraging their own audience to launch, build, and scale multiple companies into millions based on their own personal hobbies & passions. This is the 'Personal Holding Company' philosophy. It's a lifestyle business on steroids: no venture capital investors, work whenever & wherever you want, turning your hobbies into businesses. First Class Founders explores this PHC philosophy with tactical tips & strategies from today's top content creators and world-class company operators who are pioneers in this new wave of entrepreneurship. The future of entrepreneurship is here. Listen & Follow! 

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