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  Ep 147: From Rock Bottom to Six Figures: Lucy’s Incredible Comeback Story 18.08.2026 35min

  Lucy built the foundations of a six-figure business from a hospital bed.Not metaphorically. Literally.After her health collapsed, Lucy and her partner Reefe were forced to shut down their solar business, move in with family and face some very dark financial moments, all while raising two young boys.But instead of waiting for life to get easier, Lucy started learning digital skills from her hospital bed.That decision changed everything.In this episode, Lucy shares how they rebuilt their business, got Reefe off the tools, multiplied their income and created a genuine Lifestyle Freedom business around their health and family.If you’re going through a hard season, this is one you’ll want to hear.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 146: Could Digital Advising Be Your Ticket Out of the 9-to-5? 04.08.2026 23min

  Could learning one practical digital skill become your ticket out of the 9-to-5?And could learning these digital skills actually give you the income and freedom you're looking for?It did for Steph but it wasn't always like that.Steph was a teacher who had become frustrated with where she was at.But instead of staying put, she decided to learn digital skills.Specifically, she learned how to build websites and how to get them to show up in Google when people search.That was only the beginning. Today (just two years later) Steph has won three national awards.And she's was advising multimillion-dollar tradie businesses on SEO, AI and digital growth.Today, you'll hear how she made the leap to former school teacher to web designer to now digital advisor.So if you’re looking for an accelerator path out of your 9-to-5 and into something online, listen to Steph’s full story.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 145: How We're Using AI to Build Lifestyle Freedom Businesses 28.07.2026 29min

  AI is changing what’s possible for everyday people who want to build a Lifestyle Freedom business. In this episode, Matt Raad sits down with Lucy Wood to unpack how they’re using AI inside the eBusiness Institute to help beginners build, buy and grow profitable online businesses faster than ever before. You’ll discover how AI is helping students complete work that once required entire agency teams, why one student was able to build three client websites worth $10,000 in just 10 days, and how due diligence that once took 6–7 hours can now be largely completed in under 30 minutes. Matt and Lucy also reveal the two pathways they’re seeing work for beginners: becoming a Digital Advisor for local businesses or building a portfolio of income-producing websites. If you’re wondering whether AI is a threat to your career or an opportunity to create more income, flexibility and freedom, this episode will give you a very different perspective.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 144: Why This 25-Year-Old Engineer Walked Away from a $105k per Year Salary to Do This... 21.07.2026 33min

  At 25, Henry was earning $105,000 a year as an electrical engineer.He had a career most young adults want and would be afraid to leave.But what if leaving was one of the best things he did?In this interview, you'll hear why he left his "safe" engineering job, how he got the confidence to quit. And how he's on track to making $15,000 from his new online business.If you're in a well-paid job that's hard to leave, listen to this interview to hear how Henry did it so you can too.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 143: The 2 Paths to Earn $30K a Month Online for Driven Professionals 13.07.2026 35min

  Most people think earning an income online means starting an -e-commerce business, doing dropshipping, or selling cheap digital products.In this interview, Matt Raad break down the two proven pathways him and Liz have used to help hundreds of people make money online.If you want to escape the 9-5 or corporate grind, learn AI & digital skills, build a lifestyle income business remotely, and create a saleable asset, then listen to today's interview.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 142: This Online Side Hustle Makes Him $20,000 A Month On His Days Off 05.07.2026 36min

  12 months ago Josh hit $5,000 a month from his side hustle.Today he's at $20,000 a month!And he's done it as a FIFO worker while still finding time to be a husband and dad of three.He hasn't just built himself another job either... What he has built is almost worth 7-figures if he were to sell.So, how did he do it and how can you?That's what we'll be sharing in this interview.You'll hear how he gets clients without running a single ad or cold calling.Plus, how he delivers amazing results without doing all the work himself.If you're a people person and can hold a conversation, this is a great business model for you.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 141: Should You Invest In Property Or Start An Online Business? 30.06.2026 19min

  In this episode, Matt Raad and Steph break down why digital business is the smarter bet in 2026. Steph shares how she replaced her job income within a year, running a solo digital agency with one contracted tech person and AI. Matt tells the story of Alyssa, a 19-year-old who built websites for local businesses in a small country town and had her husband join her within 18 months.You'll hear why Matt calls property a "million-dollar anchor" for young Australians right now. And why a digital agency earning $30K a month is valued at seven-figures and much much more.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 140: Freedom Is The New Rich 23.06.2026 16min

  What does financial freedom actually mean in 2026, and what does it really take to get there?In this episode, Lucy interviews Matt Raad and asks the questions most educators in this space avoid. What is a realistic timeframe for someone starting from scratch? What does it cost before it pays you back? And what is the first financial goal actually worth chasing?Matt shares why websites are not passive anymore, why 12 months is the honest starting timeframe, and why making your first $1,000 online matters more than the money itself.He also walks through the income milestone where things genuinely start to shift, the moment when building a business part time starts giving you real choices, not just extra income.Plus, the way people define financial freedom has changed completely since COVID. The goal is no longer a big exit or a million dollars. It is simpler than that, and for most people, much closer than they think.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 139: Before You Quit Your Job To Earn Online, Listen To This First 16.06.2026 31min

  In this interview, I share the truth behind building an online business... not the polished version, but the real journey.The doubts. The mistakes. The messy middle. And the practical steps I’d take if I were starting again today.This is what I’d tell my 30- to 40-year-old self before starting online.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 138: The Simple Business Model For Burnt Out Professionals 09.06.2026 18min

  Two years ago, Steph never imagined she would own a business.Like many people, she thought business meant stress, staff, overheads, debt, and a huge amount of risk.But after learning from Matt and Liz Raad, she discovered a very different way to start. An online business that could be built from home, with no staff, no physical inventory, and no massive upfront investment.In this episode, Matt and Steph talk about how online businesses are changing what it means to become a business owner in 2026.They discuss why beginners should start small, why digital skills are becoming more valuable, how AI can make running an online business easier, and why a simple online business can give you more freedom and flexibility than a traditional job.You’ll also hear Steph reflect on how building her own business changed her mindset, gave her more optimism about the future, and helped her escape the rat race.If you’ve ever thought starting a business was too hard, too risky, or only for other people, this episode will show you a simpler way to begin.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 137: From Burnt-Out Lawyer to Freedom Business in 18 Months 02.06.2026 45min

  Lucy spent 8 years as a corporate lawyer before realizing the traditional career path wasn’t going to give her the lifestyle, freedom, or family time she wanted.In this episode, Matt Raad sits down with Lucy to talk about how she and her partner Reefe built an online lifestyle business, 4X’d their income in 18 months, and created a business that lets them work fewer days while being more present with their young boys.You’ll hear how they went from running a traditional electrical trade business to building an online asset that generates targeted traffic, attracts corporate advertisers, and creates multiple income streams.Matt also shares the three skills he believes every online business owner needs: sales, networking, and marketing. Plus, why learning the foundations of websites, traffic, and digital assets still matters in the age of AI.If you’ve ever felt burnt out, stuck in your career, or wondered whether there’s another path, Lucy’s story is a powerful reminder that your existing knowledge can become a real online asset.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 136: Did AI Kill Website Buying? The New Rules For Buying Websites In The Age Of AI 26.05.2026 33min

  In this episode of the Digital Investors Podcast, Matt Raad sits down with Steph to answer a question many people are asking right now:Can you still buy websites in the age of AI and Google changes?The answer is yes, but the rules have changed.Matt explains why some content sites are now much riskier, what he would avoid buying in 2026, and why the best opportunities are often older, established websites with real traffic, profit, history, community, courses, newsletters, forums, or other overlooked assets.He also shares why these “diamonds in the rough” are still out there, how AI can help renovate the right websites faster, and why buying websites is still a powerful digital skill for people willing to learn what has changed. Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 135: Why The Traditional Career Path Is No Longer Safe or Smart 19.05.2026 43min

  What happens when you realise the people ahead of you in your career still don’t have the life you want?In this episode, Matt Raad sits down with Lucy Wood, a former lawyer who walked away from an 8-year legal career and $60K in student debt to build a completely different future through business ownership.Lucy shares the moment she realised the traditional path no longer made sense, why leaving corporate felt emotionally harder than financially risky, and how finding the right entrepreneurial community completely changed her trajectory.Matt also reflects on his own experience leaving a traditional career path 30 years ago to buy a failing manufacturing business, and why surrounding yourself with people who’ve already done what you want to do can accelerate your growth faster than almost anything else.If you’ve ever questioned the path you’re on, or looked at the people ahead of you and thought “I don’t want that life,” this conversation will resonate deeply.In this episode:Why high achievers often feel trapped in “successful” careersThe hidden emotional cost of leaving the traditional pathWhy isolation slows down entrepreneurial growthHow community and mentorship can accelerate successThe mindset shift from career security to skill-set securityWhat Lucy learned transitioning from law into business ownershipLearn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 134: Why This 28 Year Old Said "This Is The Perfect Business" 12.05.2026 29min

  John was a large animal vet in Ireland with no business experience, no network, and no technical background.Then he moved to Australia and decided to back himself.Nine months later, he hit his first $20,000 month building websites for local businesses using AI.In this episode, Matt Raad sits down with John to break down exactly how he did it, from getting told to F off on his very first cold call… to building recurring revenue and creating a location-independent business he can run from anywhere in the world. You'll hear:How John got his first clientsHow he uses AI for websites, copywriting, and lead generationWhy recurring revenue changes everythingThe mindset shift that helped him move countries and start from zeroWhat young professionals should understand about AI and the future of workThis is one of the most practical and inspiring digital business stories we’ve shared on the podcast.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 133: They Replaced Their Corporate Incomes with a 6-Figure Family-First Online Business 05.05.2026 30min

  What happens when a mum of three with zero experience decides she doesn’t want to go back to her 9–5?In this episode, Matt Raad sits down with Jing Liu and Matt Jones to break down how they built a six-figure digital agency from scratch, while raising three young kids and transitioning out of corporate life.Jing started the business during maternity leave with no technical skills, while Matt stayed in his accounting role and gradually reduced his hours before making the leap.Together, they’ve built a location-independent business that gives them income, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize family.Tune in to hear:How to transition out of corporate without taking big risksBuilding a digital agency that becomes a real assetAvoiding the trap of building another jobCreating a family-first lifestyle without sacrificing incomeIf you’re looking for a practical, realistic path to leaving corporate and building something of your own… this episode is a must-listen. To see the full-interview, go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgGR0QffNY8Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 132: Millennials Do THIS to Start an Online Side Hustle for Lifestyle and Freedom 28.04.2026 44min

  You don't need more time or more money to start a business. In this episode, Steph (a former teacher who went from burned out, time-poor, and stuck in a 9–5… to replacing her full-time income in just 12 months using digital skills) interviews Matt Raad, co-founder of eBusiness Institute.They break down exactly what most millennials are getting wrong right now and what to do instead.You’ll learn:The first skill you should learn to start making money onlineHow to “earn while you learn” without quitting your jobWhy AI is forcing everyone to rethink their careerThe fastest path to building a real income AND a sellable assetHow to make this work even if you’ve got kids, a mortgage, and no timeIf you’ve been thinking about starting something on the side…But haven’t made a move yet…This episode will give you the clarity and push you need.Because the worst case isn’t failure.It’s staying exactly where you're at...Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 131: Millennials Were Sold a Lie… Here’s the New Path to Wealth 21.04.2026 32min

  What if everything you were told about building wealth… was wrong?In this episode, Matt Raad breaks down why the traditional path, go to university, get a stable job, buy property, is no longer working for most millennials.After coaching thousands of students and sitting down with Steph, a former high school teacher turned digital entrepreneur, Matt shares a hard truth: high income doesn’t equal financial freedom anymore. Rising costs, massive mortgages, and capped salaries are leaving even successful professionals stuck with no real path forward.Instead, he makes the case for building a lifestyle freedom business, one that creates income, flexibility, and control over your time.Inside this episode:Why the “safe” path is actually riskier than everHow a $1M+ mortgage can become a financial anchorThe mindset shift required to break out of the systemWhy digital businesses are the lowest-risk way to startWhat real freedom actually looks like (hint: it’s not flashy)If you’re a high achiever feeling stuck, burnt out, or questioning the path you’re on, this episode will challenge how you think about money, work, and freedom. The old wealth playbook is broken. This is what replaces it.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 130: How This Single Mum Turned Divorce Into Financial Independence 17.03.2026 22min

  What would you do if your world fell apart overnight? If you suddenly became a single parent with two young kids, no family nearby, and no financial safety net?That's exactly what happened to Audrey Hills in the middle of building her digital agency.In this episode, Audrey shares one of the most powerful transformation stories I've ever witnessed. From part-time account manager earning modest money to running Surf Stoked Creative — a thriving digital agency pulling in $15,000/month and scaling to $30,000/month.But this isn't just a business success story. It's about what happens when you refuse to let circumstances dictate your future.Audrey started with zero WordPress experience and zero SEO knowledge. She spent 8-9 months listening to our podcast, joined our Digital Investors Program in September 2024, and quit her job by December. Then in March 2025, her partner of 12-13 years moved out. She had the kids, no backup, and a brand-new business to keep afloat.In this interview, you'll discover:→ How she learned WordPress and SEO from scratch while working part-time→ The networking strategy (BNI) that tripled her income in months→ What kept her going through separation and having to move house→ Her crystal-clear lifestyle vision that pulled her through the hard times→ Why digital agencies are sellable assets worth potentially over a million dollars→ Her advice for anyone (especially women) feeling stuck or financially vulnerableThis is required listening if you've ever wondered whether it's really possible to build financial independence through digital skills.Audrey's story proves it is. Even when life throws everything at you."You really just have to keep going and showing up every day. I just kept going and going." - Audrey HillsLearn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 129: How This Professor Replaced Their Corporate Incomes in 1-3 Years 25.02.2026 43min

  Mark was a chemistry professor. Silvia was a manager at a nonprofit. Both were well-paid professionals... and both were completely burnt out. The office politics. The endless meetings. The asking permission for holidays. The commute. All while trying to raise a family.Mark jumped first. Quit his professor job and joined our course. Replaced his academic income in year one by buying and renovating websites.Silvia watched from the sidelines... then gradually reduced her corporate days from 5 to 3. A few years later, she quit and joined him full-time.Here's what makes their story different: they tried literally everything we teach.Bought content sites.Bought an agency.Went all-in on agency services.Built local lead gen sites. They tested it all.And they found what actually works for a family-first lifestyle business.The results?Replaced both corporate incomesTurned a $200 client into $8,000/month (yes, you heard that right)Used AI to cut their team from 15 people down to just 2Built a real asset they can scale or sellMark was always contrarian in our coaching calls. Didn't follow the standard playbook. And honestly? That's why this interview is so valuable. If you're stuck in the golden handcuffs and thinking "there's gotta be a better way"... this one's for you.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip
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  Ep 128: Why Your Personal Brand Will Be Worth Nothing (Unless You Fix This) 05.02.2026 35min

  Everyone's building personal brands right now. But here's the problem nobody talks about: they're almost impossible to sell.In this episode, I sit down with Greg Elfrink from Empire Flippers, a company that's sold over 2,500 online businesses and helped create 93 millionaires through exits.Greg drops a shocking stat: out of all those deals, only FIVE were personally branded businesses.Why? Because when YOU are the business, buyers can't replicate you. That fitness influencer with six-pack abs making $150K/month? Nearly impossible to sell to someone who doesn't look like that.The good news? there IS a way to transition.Tune in to hear:• Why personal branding is brilliant for starting out (but becomes a trap later)• The exact moment you need to start planning your transition (hint: way earlier than you think)• How to build "faceless funnels" that convert without your face• The Empire Flippers story—how they deliberately transitioned away from being "The Justin and Joe Show"• How AI and deepfakes are making transitions easier than ever (Greg's AI avatar actually outperforms his real videos)• What buyers need to know before purchasing a personally branded business• When to contact a broker (at least 12 months before you want to sell)Whether you're building a personal brand or thinking about buying one, this episode will be worth your time.Learn the Online Income Skills That Can Make $10k/mo from your laptop?You don’t need tech skills or prior experience, just the right strategy and a proven plan. Learn how 6-figure earners are buying profitable online businesses (the smart and safe way in 2026): https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/dip