This episode is presented by:
- AppUnite: The right dev partner can make or break your product. AppUnite embeds with your team to build apps that scale. - https://bit.ly/3QOKHtT
- Fullstory: Behavioral data that empowers - https://fullstory.com/value
John Bonini, founder of Content Brands, opens up about his early struggles building an audience—before realizing the power of original thinking, consistency, and fully owning his voice. From navigating burnout to taking a bold leap into his own creative studio, John shares how publishing online changed the trajectory of his career and personal life.
John opens up about:
- The moment that sparked his shift from passive creator to publishing consistently
- How being a parent shaped his time management and career goal
- The power of being “creatively selfish” and trusting your unique voice
Things to listen for:
(00:00) The unexpected layoff
(03:17) The power of content marketing
(07:39) Thank you to our sponsors, Fullstory & AppUnite
(10:15) The Lady Gaga incident
(15:38) Navigating career challenges
(28:39) The decision to join Databox
(34:03) Going solo: The leap to full-time consulting
(36:53) First week wins
(38:51) Building resilience and overcoming doubts
(40:54) Navigating early career challenges
(50:53) The importance of preparation
(58:55) Handling tough conversations
(01:10:40) Building legacy through personal growth
Resources:
Connect with John:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbonini/
Content Brands: https://www.contentbrands.co/
Connect with Andrew:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewcapland/
Free 5 day growth leadership program: https://deliveringvalue.co/growth-leadership-toolkit
Substack: https://media.deliveringvalue.co
Hire Andrew as your coach: https://deliveringvalue.co/coaching
Popular Podcasts
24/7 News: The Latest
The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.