Rochester Business Connections #146 with Kelan & Brittany Kline.
Full notes at:https://realbusinessconnections.com/podcast/thesavvycouple/
Watch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/qmRhPKjixhk
During this episode, you will learn about:
[01:19] Introducing today’s guests, Kelan and Brittany Kline
[02:20] The Savvy Couple: https://thesavvycouple.com/
[02:44] The Savvy Mama: https://thesavvymama.com/
[04:42] How Kelan and Brittany met
[07:31] Kelan’s experience with depression
[10:54] What prompted them to start the blog
[13:14] Why Kelan decided to quit his 9-5 job after earning only $50 from the blog
[16:58] The red flags to watch out for when looking for online money-making opportunities
[18:20] Where were they learning from?
[21:10] Their first income-generating gigs
[23:13] Where should you begin if you have a 9-5 job and are trying to make money online?
[25:26] Finding the balance between your passion and the market demand
[26:45] How they deal with negative feedback
[28:12] Creative ways to make money
[30:24] Is MLM a good business model?
[34:47] How do you determine whether to continue moving forward or to try something different?
[37:50] How affiliate marketing works
[40:10] Tips on how to get your articles to rank on Google
[42:05] The origin of their frugality and why they stopped being frugal
[47:21] Client success stories
[47:59] Marriage and Money Boot Camp Workbook: https://shop.thesavvymama.com/products/marriage-and-money-boot-camp-workbook
[49:35] Join the Savvy Mamas community
Website: https://thesavvymama.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesavvymamaofficial/
[49:49] Join The Savvy Couple
Website: https://thesavvycouple.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesavvycouple/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSavvyCouple/videos
[52:54] Email: savvyclients@gmail.com
Key Takeaways:
• One of the biggest red flags to watch out for when looking for online money-making opportunities is the get-rich-quick offers. ~Kelan Kline [16:57]
• Always ensure that anything you invest in is proven and that others are finding success with it. ~Kelan Kline [17:32]
• When your business starts generating income, allocate a portion of those earnings towards your education. Continuously learn from experts on topics that directly benefit your business. ~Brittany Kline [17:46]
• “Every business owner only has a limited amount of time, and it’s very valuable.” ~Kelan Kline [23:46]
• When freelancing, focus on something you are passionate about because if you don’t see progress, burnout can quickly set in, leading to a loss of interest. ~Brittany Kline [24:08]
• If you are receiving hate, it means you are doing something right. ~Kelan Kline [27:02]
• “If you want to make money, solve problems.” ~Kelan Kline [28:36]
• 97% of people who join MLMs end up losing money. ~Kelan Kline [31:15]
• If you are frugal and in control of your money, you have options and freedom. ~Kelan Kline [42:37]
• “There is freedom in budgeting.” ~Kelan Kline [42:46]
People Mentioned and Other Resources:
1. The Rise and Fall of LuLaRoe
2. How a 32-Year-Old Couple Makes $100K Per Month In Semi-Passive Income: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jrose/2019/07/19/how-this-28-year-old-couple-quit-their-jobs-and-make-100000-year-working-from-home/?sh=3a1f044c5356
3. How a 32-Year-Old Couple Makes $100K Per Month In Semi-Passive Income: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jrose/2023/06/02/how-a-32-year-old-couple-makes-100k-per-month-in-semi-passive-income/?sh=7499a9913ea1
Keep In Touch with Kelan and Brittany Kline:
Website: https://thesavvycouple.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesavvycouple/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSavvyCouple/videos
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesavvycouple
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesavvycouple/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/TheSavvyCouple
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