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On a mission to automate as much of my job as possible using AI. Building systems, and figuring out what actually works in the real world.

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🟢 Celebrating 900 members
I started this group on November 25, 2025 and in just a little over 4 months I've crossed 900 members. I made a tutorial video for you to celebrate. I'm breaking down the Skool model I would start today if I had to start over. Watch all the way through and let me know what you think. P.S. Mindset Skool is still open on a 7-day FREE trial. It ends when we reach 300 members. If you want more of this... start your trial here: https://www.skool.com/mindsetskool/about
🟢 Celebrating 900 members
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Congrats! Happy to be a part of the 900!
Nothing is original, and that's the point
I made this post in Mindset Skool about 2 months ago and it's important for you all to hear. It was my birthday at the time and you'll hear me reference that in the video. You can watch the video if you prefer. At the time of this post I had been listening to Predictable Profits by Stu McLaren. And I had a moment that I think a lot of you will relate to. By the time I hit Chapter 9, I stopped the audiobook, grabbed my phone, and did a full brain dump... because there wasn’t a single thing that I hadn’t heard before. Not one. This is not a knock on anyone. It was just a realization. I’ve heard this same material 30–50 times, from 30–50 different people. And that’s the lesson. Stu isn’t “winning” because he invented something new. He’s winning because: - He’s clear - He’s consistent - He’s confident enough to repeat things that feel obvious - He’s willing to say them again for people hearing them for the first time - And most importantly… he thinks like someone who expects to be listened to You can hear that confidence in his voice. And this is where I want to be very direct with you. This is why a lot of you are stuck. Because you’re telling yourself one (or more) of these lies: - “Everyone already knows this.” - “Someone smarter already said it.” - “I don’t have anything new.” - “There are too many people doing this.” - “Who am I to say this… or charge for this?” That last one is the worst. Meanwhile… you’re surrounded by people who: - Have never heard this stuff - Are earlier than you think - Don’t want another guru - Want someone relatable to explain it That’s why many of you are here. You're tired of the guru nonsense. So am I. I’ve chosen my side. Here are the 4 takeaways I want you to sit with: 1️⃣ Nothing is original and that’s a GOOD thing. Every proven framework is recycled. Every winning offer is borrowed. Every book is a remix.
Nothing is original, and that's the point
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That was well said, @Brian O'Neill . Takeway nr.3 really stood out for me. Happy belated Birthday!
Coaching vs Courses vs Digital Products - Which One Fits YOUR Skills Best?
One of the biggest reasons people stay stuck is simple. They don’t know which type of online business actually fits them. So they spend months bouncing between ideas…trying a little coaching, watching a few course videos, testing a digital product…and never getting traction with any of them. Here’s the simplest way to think about the 3 most common online business models and how to know which one is right for YOU: 1️⃣ Coaching (1:1 or group) Best for you if you: - Like talking to people - Enjoy teaching or guiding step-by-step - Want the fastest path to your first customer - Don’t mind being on Zoom Avoid this if you hate being “on stage.” 2️⃣ Online Courses Best for you if you: - Prefer to teach once and let people learn on their own - Have a process you can break into steps - Want something scalable without adding more hours - Like creating videos or structured lessons Avoid this if you struggle to organize your thoughts. 3️⃣ Digital Products (PDFs, templates, guides) Best for you if you: - Want something simple and fast to launch - Prefer writing over talking - Have repeatable knowledge you can package - Don’t want to be on camera Avoid this if you want deep 1:1 interaction. 👇 POLL: Which one feels like the best fit for YOUR skills and personality? (Coaching / Courses / Digital Products) After you vote, drop a comment: What made you choose that option? I’ll reply and help you narrow it down.
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I chose digital products, mostly because I lean towrads: - Want something simple and fast to launch - Prefer writing over talking - Have repeatable knowledge you can package - Don’t want to be on camera But, I can definitely see a world where all three of these co-exist.
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@Brian O'Neill definitely Skool. Just makes the most sense to me at the moment. Might think of adding a newsletter (maybe beehiiv) later down the road. First need to start validation process over the weekend - I'm thinking some Meta ads (small budget), just to speed up the process, together with manual outreach.
💡 Step 0: Declare Your Idea (Do This First)
Before you watch anything in the classroom, do this first. Most people who join this community have the same problem: Too many ideas. I know because I started 26 side hustles in 14 years before I finally figured out what works. The goal here is simple: Stop spinning. Pick one direction. Test it for 30 days. Not forever. Just one idea to test next. Your Step 0 Action Comment below with this: I want to help [who] solve [problem]. Examples: • I want to help remote workers fix neck pain • I want to help busy parents plan healthy meals • I want to help real estate agents generate more leads It doesn’t have to be perfect. It just needs to be something you're considering building. When you say something out loud, you force a decision. And decisions create momentum. Most people stay stuck because they keep researching instead of choosing. After you comment 👇 Go to the Classroom → Start Here and continue with: Step 1 🧭 Pick Your Direction That’s where we’ll narrow this down and turn it into something real. Drop your idea below 👇 Let's see what you're thinking. - Brian 🔥
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I want to help project managers save time by leveraging AI.
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@Brian O'Neill thanks for this. I'll definitely work on this.
Welcome to Pick Your Online Business 🔥
If you're here, it's because you want to start an online business but you're not sure which one is right for you. You're in the right place. I'm Brian. I spent 25 years in corporate sales, tried 26 different side hustles, and wasted years going in circles before I figured out what actually works. I built this community so you don't have to do the same. Here's what we do here: We help you stop spinning, pick the right idea, and start moving in the right direction without wasting months going down the wrong path. That's it. One problem. One solution. Here's what to do first: The #1 mistake people make when they join is skipping straight to research mode. Don't do that. Instead, go to the classroom and start with Step 0. It takes less than 5 minutes and it does something research never does... it forces a decision. 👉 Click here to start Step 0 Once you've done that, come back to the community and drop your idea in the Step 0 post. I personally read every single one and I'll respond. A few things worth knowing: You don't need a perfect idea. You need a starting point. You don't need to have it all figured out. You need to take one step. And if you've tried this before and stopped, that's not a character flaw. There's a reason it keeps happening and we deal with that here too. Introduce yourself below if you'd like. Tell me who you are, what you've tried, and what kind of life you're trying to build. I read everything. Welcome aboard. - Brian 🔥
Welcome to Pick Your Online Business 🔥
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Hi Brian (and everyone) I'm a project manager by day, side-hustle seeker by night. And, I'm willing to bet that I'm your first member all the way from, Namibia! 😜 Happy to be here and I look forward to learning together with everyone!
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Guess I was wrong... Hi, @Melvin Skrywer 👋 😁🤣
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