New Media
New Media is a podcast for founders and creators building independent media businesses. We explore how to grow and monetize audiences without depending on algorithms, advertising, and platforms you don't control. Each episode shares practical insights on building profitable media and education businesses.
A GrowLetter podcast, hosted by Matt McGarry and Kolby Hatch.
New Media
How To Build a $10M+ Per Year Community
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Jordan DiPietro is the former CEO of Hampton, a community business that's scaled to over $10M in annual revenue.
Episode Topics & Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Hampton and Community Business Models
03:07 Marketing Strategies for Community Growth
05:56 Sales Process and Lead Conversion Techniques
09:12 Content Marketing and Lead Generation
12:09 The Role of MoneyWise Podcast in Community Engagement
15:06 Building Relationships in Community Spaces
18:04 Core Groups and In-Person Retreats
21:12 The Evolution of Community Dynamics
25:51 The Importance of In-Person Connections
26:40 Confidentiality and Community Integrity
27:57 Balancing Exclusivity and Growth
30:57 Criteria for Membership in Exclusive Communities
33:29 Staying Focused as a CEO
35:38 The HubSpot Acquisition of The Hustle
42:07 The Future of SaaS Companies Acquiring Media
45:47 Jordan's Next Chapter: Writing and Coaching
Links Mentioned
Jordan's newsletter: https://jordandipietro.beehiiv.com/
Jordan's website: https://jordandipietro.com/