Marketing Secrets

In this vault episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I pull out a rare book from Emile Coué, the man who pioneered the idea of autosuggestion. Long before Napoleon Hill and other New Thought leaders, Coué was teaching how to reprogram the subconscious mind, and the same principles still drive personal growth and persuasion today. I’ll walk you through the difference between thoughts, outside suggestions, and the practice of autosuggestion… And why the third is the key to real transformation. You’ll hear Coué’s most famous daily phrase, why it works so powerfully, and how this one simple tool can change your mindset, your habits, and even the way you sell. Key Highlights: The difference between thoughts, outside suggestions, and intentional autosuggestions Why autosuggestion works better than affirmations your brain doesn’t believe The exact phrase Coué taught his students to repeat daily… Real examples of how I weave in ‘hypnotic’ autosuggestions into my sales presentations and webinars

In this second ‘episode’ of the Offer Lab pre-launch series, I’m opening up about the real reason we created this platform. A year ago, I was burned out, frustrated, and honestly ready to walk away from serving this community. Competition had replaced collaboration, costs were skyrocketing, and entrepreneurship had started to feel lonely again. But in that dark season, a new vision was born… And that vision became Offer Lab. This episode is deeply personal. I share the story of where the idea came from, why it matters for every entrepreneur, and how it solves the very problems that have been holding so many of us back. You’ll hear how we went from asking “what features can we add” to asking “how do we bring everyone back together?” The answers changed everything. Key Highlights: The moment I realized the old model of online business was broken and unsustainable. How skyrocketing ad costs have crushed margins and left entrepreneurs feeling stuck. Why I believe entrepreneurship has become lon

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I’m pulling back the curtain on something brand new that I believe represents the future of selling online: Offer Lab!!! Over the last 25 years, we’ve seen wave after wave of breakthroughs… funnels, Facebook ads, influencer marketing, TikTok shops… But now we’re hitting a point where entrepreneurship feels more like a solo sport than a community effort. That’s a problem, because business was never meant to be done alone. Offer Lab is the solution because it’s a platform built around collaboration, not competition. I’ll share why this next evolution is so powerful, how it completely changes affiliate marketing, and why collaboration is the new currency of online business. Whether you already have an offer, are just starting out as an affiliate, or want to maximize both sides, this episode will help you see what’s possible - and also get you excited to learn more about OfferLab and dive into the 17 ways it can help you earn money online even if you’ve never sold a p

Bridget James Ling has built something incredible in just a few short years. She went from quitting her job in 2020, flying to Costa Rica, and barely affording a Funnel Hacking Live ticket… to leading Freedom Queen, a movement that now fills events with hundreds of women entrepreneurs. In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, she walks through exactly how she made the shift from “just a coach” to a true movement leader, and why that shift changed everything. Key Highlights: How Bridget transformed her coaching business into Freedom Queen by building an identity and movement around her clients. The story of her first retreat in Costa Rica and how she sold a $12K offer that proved the power of movements. Why she believes movements scale faster than coaching, and how she shifted her marketing from “work with me” to “become a Freedom Queen.” The reality of online hate, how it almost broke her, and the mindset shift that made her stronger. Behind the scenes of filling her events w

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I sit down with my good friend Keaton "The Muscle" Hoskins. You probably know him from Diesel Brothers or social media, but what I love most is the way he approaches life, business, and family. Keaton has built, bought, and scaled companies across different industries, but behind all the big wins is a story of fear, faith, and following through on a promise he made to his dad. We talk about the unexpected paths that opened up for him… From social media experiments that went viral, to national TV exposure, to creating Limitless Society as a platform for personal and business growth. He also shares how staying present, creating proof in small ways, and investing in health have shaped the way he shows up for his mission today. Key Highlights: How Keaton turned a fear of flying into a love of helicopters and a tool for presence The promise he made to his father that fueled his drive to build businesses How social media skits and giveaways led to Dies

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I dive back into another One Funnel Away Q&A where I answer questions from entrepreneurs who are in the trenches, building and testing funnels in real time. I love these sessions because they show me exactly where people are stuck, and I get to share the frameworks and stories that have worked for me over the years. Key Highlights: Use a price marinade on day one to anchor higher value before your main offer Three-day challenge flow: Day 1 content with a VIP repitch, Day 2 Perfect Webinar, Day 3 repitch with logic and a heart close Close after the weekend and send multiple emails on the final day because a big chunk of sales land in the last hour Map the ecosystem in your niche, then create 1:1 case studies to earn proof before you scale Try Tiny Challenges one on one to produce fast, credible results As an affiliate, add energy and irresistible bonuses or run your own mini event if the host cannot close Be fully present in

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I dive into one of the rarest treasures in my collection… The very first issue of Success Magazine from December 1897! And the coolest thing is that the story behind this is insanely inspiring! This was more than just a magazine. It marked the beginning of the personal development movement in America. Its founder, Orison Swett Marden, overcame enormous challenges to publish that first issue, and his story has deeply inspired me during some of my own most difficult seasons in business. Key Highlights: The story behind Success Magazine and its role in shaping the personal development movement The obstacles Orison Swett Marden faced to publish the inaugural issue How Marden’s perseverance gave me perspective and strength in my own entrepreneurial journey A look inside the 1897 issue and its early success principles Why Marden’s mission to change lives still matters today For me, this first issue is a reminder that persistence and bel

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I’m taking you back to the old-school “marketing in the car” days - recording behind the wheel on my way to a Prime Mover event here in Boise. Before I get into business, I share a recent family adventure - an Alaskan cruise to celebrate my parents’ 50th anniversary - and a surprising rabbit hole I fell into after watching Titanic on the ship. That led to a fascinating question: if you could watch any moment from history as if it were on tape, what would you choose? From there, I shift gears into the core message I’m bringing to the Prime Mover group: the real meaning of the hero’s journey, and why the skills, habits, and patterns that get you to one level in life or business often become the very things holding you back from the next. Whether you’re going from zero to a million, a million to ten, or ten to a hundred, each leap requires you to “burn down” the old way and rebuild yourself from the ground up. Key Highlights: How an Alaskan cruise, Titanic, and

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I host a live Q&A with the One Funnel Away and Prime Mover communities, and we dive deep into some of the biggest marketing challenges entrepreneurs face. People brought me real, in-the-trenches questions about how to get more traffic to their webinars, what to do when a replay isn’t converting, and how to start scaling high-ticket offers without blowing up their ad spend. I walk through how I approach new offers inside ClickFunnels, why starting small is often the smartest play, and how to quickly create proof and momentum before trying to scale. I also share how to think about sales processes for different price points and when it makes sense to shift from an automated webinar to a sales call for maximum conversions. Key Highlights: Why most webinar replays fail and the simple process change that makes people actually watch and buy How to launch a new offer without paid ads using the Dream 100 and podcast outreach strategy When to sell directly

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I share one of the coolest pieces in my collection, an original 1925 signed set of The Book of Life by Robert Collier, and the magalogue (Magazine + Catalogue) ad that sold it. Robert Collier wasn’t just an incredible author in the personal development world; he was also one of the best direct response advertisers of all time, selling more than $200 million worth of books through the mail in the 1920’s!  That’s INSANE! I break down the ad that sold this book set and why the same framework still works today. From the way he used visualization and storytelling (think Aladdin’s lamp and your own personal genie) to the powerful risk reversal and trial offer, this magalogue is a masterclass in how to sell with words. Key Highlights: How Collier’s ad opened with a powerful hook and visualization to grab attention immediately The way he layered storytelling, case studies, and benefits before ever introducing the product How he transitioned into the offe

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I sit down with Sam Parr, founder of The Hustle, My First Million, and Hampton, to break down how he built and sold one of the biggest email-based media companies in the country. Sam shares how he grew The Hustle by writing viral blog posts on Reddit and converting that traffic into email subscribers, why he focused on building reach through a newsletter when everyone else was chasing social media, and the simple revenue model that made the company so profitable before selling to HubSpot. We also dig into how he’s now building Hampton, a thriving community for entrepreneurs at scale. Key Highlights: How Sam used viral blog posts on Reddit to drive traffic and convert readers into email newsletter subscribers The monetization model that turned The Hustle into a multi-million-dollar company through sponsorships and ads Why he bet on building reach through an email newsletter instead of chasing short-lived social media attention How Hampton cr

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I dive into a rare book I picked up for $75 called The Subconscious Mind in Business by Robert Updegraff… The same author as Obvious Adams. It instantly became one of my favorites. The book hit me at the perfect time… Right after I tore both my biceps and literally couldn’t work. Turns out, not working may have been the key. I unpack how this book reframed the way I structure my workdays, why creative breakthroughs don’t come from forcing the issue, and how our subconscious beliefs shape the ceiling of our success. I also share stories from my own journey, from struggling to break six figures, to hitting plateaus at $1M, $10M, and beyond. And I talk about how each of those levels had less to do with tactics and everything to do with mindset. Key Highlights: The six-hour workday model and how to use the final two hours for subconscious creativity Why success is 90% psychology, and the real reason most entrepreneurs stay stuck How proximity and you

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I sit down with Tai Lopez… Someone I’ve watched, learned from, and admired from a marketing and sales perspective for years. We go deep into the mechanics of success, from how to model winning frameworks, to why curiosity is the overlooked engine behind big breakthroughs. We talk about what it really takes to scale businesses fast, how Tai thinks about brand arbitrage, and why speed of execution matters more than having the perfect plan. Tai also opens up about the environments that shaped him early on and how that affects the way he operates today. This is one of those episodes that hits on mindset, strategy, and practicality all at once. Key Highlights: Why learning frameworks is more valuable than memorizing tactics Tai’s “four levels” of understanding and how to move up the ladder faster How curiosity drives decision-making, speed, and skill acquisition The role of environment and peer influence in long-term success Why imperfect

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I dive into one of my favorite lost books of marketing: Showmanship in Business by Kenneth Goode and Zenon Kaufman. It’s out of print, almost impossible to find, and yet it’s filled with some of the most powerful principles I’ve ever studied when it comes to getting attention and making your message stick. This book was endorsed by Dale Carnegie and breaks down how to turn your product, offer, or brand into something truly memorable. I walk through the four pillars the authors teach, and how I’ve used these exact ideas in my own business to boost show-up rates, get people to share what I’m doing, and create real moments that matter. Key Highlights: The four pillars of business showmanship: Attract, Emphasize, Emotionalize, and Create Action How Tim Shields created theatrical experiences to sell photography training online The story of my “Dan Kennedy pilgrimage” and why it changed everything for one of our webinars Why a good message alone

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I sit down with Tommy Mello, the owner of A1 Garage Door Service, and we unpack how he built one of the most successful service businesses in the country. We get into the nuts and bolts of how Tommy went from $50K in debt to running a company that does over $200 million a year and has 850+ employees. And more importantly, how he replaced himself, built a real leadership team, and trained technicians to deliver a great customer experience without needing him involved in every step. If you’re running a business and feel stuck doing everything yourself, this episode will show you what needs to shift so your company can grow. It will help you make the classic shift from “working IN your business” to “working ON your business”. Key Highlights: Why most entrepreneurs stay stuck: they never replace themselves How Tommy uses a clear org chart and defined roles to scale with structure The leadership traits he looks for when hiring managers and technician

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I’m sharing a live presentation I gave at one of the biggest virtual events in Spain… Where I broke down the exact steps I took to become a coach, attract dream clients, and build a multi-million dollar business using frameworks. If you’re a coach (or want to be), this is a crash course in how to go from someone with a result… to someone who can replicate that result in others and actually build a business around it. I walk through the four-step process I’ve used to create offers people want, get my clients life-changing results, and build programs like Inner Circle and Atlas. Key Highlights: The #1 mistake new coaches make (and why you should never skip this step) Why results alone aren’t enough… You need a tested framework How to use student results to massively explode your coaching business How to name and own your proprietary process so people talk about you The real story behind my first coaching client, and why I coached him fo

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show I’m back in the car… Just like the old days!  I’m sharing what’s been happening behind the scenes at ClickFunnels, Secrets of Success, and my personal life. We’re in a challenging season, but in the best way possible. I’ll walk you through the funnel testing process we’re deep in right now, the real reason “You’re One Funnel Away” still rings true, and the surprising moment at an Atlas meeting that led to one of the biggest breakthroughs I’ve had in years… the birth of the 1357 Club. If you’ve ever struggled to dial things in and stay focused through all the chaos of business, this episode will ground you. I also talk about some recent changes in my scripture study habits… Reading not just for knowledge, but for revelation. This isn’t just marketing advice. It’s personal. It’s practical. And if you let it, it might just reframe how you approach your mornings, your business, and even your faith. Key Highlights: Why ClickFunnels is in “discovery mode” and how

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I share something I still can’t believe I own… The only known copy of a 1917 advertising course written and taught by Napoleon Hill himself, 20 years before he wrote Think and Grow Rich! This is more than just a cool collectible. It’s the missing link that explains how Napoleon Hill became one of the most influential personal development authors of all time. Before he shaped millions of minds, he was teaching people how to advertise. And not just the tactics, but how to become the kind of person who can persuade, influence, and move people to action. What he taught over 100 years ago still applies today, and in this episode, I break it down. What Hill got right, what today’s marketers are missing, and why timeless strategy beats trendy tactics every single time. Key Highlights: The real reason Think and Grow Rich has sold over 100 million copies, and it’s not what you think How Hill’s forgotten ad course focused on developing the advertiser before tea

In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I sat down with Jeremy Miner, founder of 7th Level and one of the sharpest sales minds I’ve ever met. His sales framework isn’t about hype or pressure. It’s about getting prospects to lower their guard, open up, and actually sell themselves. In our discussion, we go deep into how to eliminate resistance during the sales process… Especially for high-ticket offers. Jeremy breaks down the psychology of selling, why old-school techniques don’t work anymore, and how to ask the kind of questions that shift the dynamic completely. We even dive into why he named his company 7th Level… And the spiritual meaning behind it. In scripture, the number 7 is tied to completion and divine order. Jeremy believes true persuasion happens at that level: When you stop trying to push and instead help people come to their own inspired decisions. Whether you’re taking calls, closing from stage, or building funnels that sell on autopilot, this conversation will completely reframe how you

Most people think mass movements are built by having the right product or flashy branding… but it’s actually way deeper than that. Back when I was trying to figure out how to turn Clickfunnels into a real movement, I came across a weird little book from the 1950’s called The True Believer by Eric Hoffer. This book hit me like a ton of bricks. I started seeing patterns everywhere… Why people follow, why they stick, and how belief actually transfers from one person to another. This book literally changed how I wrote Expert Secrets. It changed how I thought about sales and marketing. And honestly, it changed how I lead. In this episode of The Russell Brunson Show, I’m breaking down the core ideas from The True Believer… With my own commentary, how I’ve used this inside Clickfunnels, and how you can use it to build loyalty, momentum, and real belief around what you’re doing. Key Highlights: The 3 elements that fuel every mass movement (and why you need all three to create lasting belief) Why moveme