The Family Business Skool w/ Matt and Megan is the go-to podcast for parents and families who dream of breaking free from the 9-to-5 grind and creating a life of financial freedom through online business. Hosted by Matt and Megan Harden—entrepreneurs, coaches, and family-focused mentors—this podcast dives into the strategies, mindset shifts, and real-life experiences that help busy parents start, grow, and scale their own online courses and communities.
These conversations aren’t for those who are content with just getting by. Each episode will challenge your limiting beliefs, uncover hidden opportunities, and help you build a thriving business without sacrificing family time. If you’re ready to create a legacy of freedom, purpose, and impact, this is your space to learn, grow, and take action.
How to Survive Being a Small YouTube Channel (The Truth About Growth)
⚡️Create a Passive Online Income Stream—No Tech Skills, Experience, or Large Following ➡️ https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool/about?ref=5697ccc7bc6e448d986e813b4053e388
⚡️Want to work with us 1:1 in our Secret Society (spots limited): BOOK A CALL ➡️ https://calendly.com/megan-meganharden/clarity-call
“Every day, thousands of creators quit YouTube… before their best videos even get seen.”
The truth? Most channels don’t fail—they just give up during the Invisible Growth Phase.
If you’ve ever uploaded a video you were proud of only to see 37 views and a slow trickle of impressions… you're not alone. We’ve been there. And in today’s episode, we’re breaking down exactly how to survive this phase without giving up.
We’ll walk you through: 🌱 The Tree Analogy that will change the way you see growth
📉 What’s really happening when your analytics look dead
📊 Why slow data = future growth
🔥 And the 4 things that actually keep your channel alive (even when views don’t)
This isn’t surface-level advice. We’re sharing hard-earned insights from growing a channel that’s now monetized, crossed a million views, and gains 200+ subscribers/month—without chasing trends or burning out.
If you're a small creator building something meaningful and sustainable, this video is your permission slip to keep going—and the roadmap to do it with purpose.
10 Apr 2025
No one told us THIS about Growing on Youtube | FamilyBusinessSkool Ep. 9
⚡️FREE TRAINING: The SECRET to Making Money Automatically (without a degree, experience or a large following) ➡️ https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about?ref=5697ccc7bc6e448d986e813b4053e388
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𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀!
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If your goal in 2025 is to quit your job and make money online using YouTube, you need to watch this. In this video, we’re pulling back the curtain on the truth no one told us about growing on YouTube—and why most creators with big views are still broke (and even going back to their 9-to-5s).
👀 No One Told Us THIS About Growing on YouTube — and it’s something we wish we knew sooner. The traditional YouTube model is broken. Chasing subscribers, grinding for AdSense, and relying on brand deals is a dead end. We tried it. It didn’t work.
💡 But there’s a better path: becoming a YouTubepreneur.
In this episode, you’ll learn how to:
Monetize your channel even if it’s small
Create a digital offer based on your story, skills, or experience
Build an email list of warm leads (instead of relying on the algorithm)
Use YouTube as the front door to a real, purpose-driven online business
We’re sharing the exact model we use—and what’s working for small creators right now.
🎁 FREE TRAINING — Family Business Skool Masterclass
Learn how to create your first offer, build your list, and start making consistent online income from day one:
👉 https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about?ref=5697ccc7bc6e448d986e813b4053e388
🔥 Want 1:1 Coaching to Launch Your Online Business?
Apply to work with us and get a proven step-by-step plan (plus personal support from us):
👉 https://calendly.com/megan-meganharden/clarity-call
#youtubegrowth #growonyoutube #moreviews
3 Apr 2025
You’ve Been Lied to About Money Since You Were a Kid | FamilyBusinessSkool Ep. 8
FREE TRAINING - https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about?ref=0be56123526d4ea8acf7a82f2df40ff0
Everything you thought you knew about money might be holding you back. In this eye-opening episode, we uncover the hidden money myths ingrained since childhood that are sabotaging your financial success. Learn to identify these limiting beliefs and discover actionable strategies to rewire your mindset for abundance and prosperity.
What You'll Learn:
The origins of common money misconceptions.
How these beliefs influence your financial decisions.
Practical steps to transform your money mindset.
Resources:
Download Your Free Money Mindset Worksheet (https://www.familybusinessskool.com/money-mindset-worksheet)
Join Our Community for Financial Growth (https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about?ref=0be56123526d4ea8acf7a82f2df40ff0)
If this episode resonates with you, please share it with others seeking financial empowerment. Your support helps us create more content to guide you on your journey to financial freedom.
27 Mar 2025
How to Automatically Sell Digital Products Without a Website | FamilyBusinessSkool Ep. 7
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How to Use Google's 7-11-4 HACK for Content Creation
https://youtu.be/h2ktIi5LiBs?si=s3PVQ5ADCyYv1oB8
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How to Automatically Sell Digital Products Without a Website | Family Business Skool Ep. 7
What if you could make your first $1,000 online—without a website, without being tech-savvy, and without constantly posting on social media?
In Episode 7 of the Family Business Skool Podcast, we're showing you how to automatically sell digital products without a website using the exact system we use (and teach) to help clients launch with clarity, speed, and confidence. 🚀
You'll learn:
✅ What a funnel really is (in plain English)
✅ Why traditional websites kill conversions
✅ How to use free tools like Skool to build a simple, powerful funnel
✅ The exact steps to launch your digital product—this week
If you've been stuck thinking you need a fancy website or tech skills to get started… this episode will set you free. 🙌
👇 Watch now to learn how to automatically sell digital products without a website and finally launch your online income stream with ease.
🎁 BONUS: Get Week 1 of Our Course for Free
Join our free Skool community and get immediate access to Week 1 of our training—plus behind-the-scenes help as you build your first funnel.
👉 https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about
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Apply to work with us 1-on-1 inside Family Business Skool and get the clarity, strategy, and accountability you need to build a consistent online income—without the overwhelm.
📌 Subscribe for weekly episodes on building a family-first business, selling digital products, and creating freedom through online income.
19 Mar 2025
Struggling to Make Money? STOP Starting Side Hustles | FamilyBusinessSkool Ep. 6
⚡️𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗦𝗞𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬: https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about
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Videos mentioned ➡️ https://youtu.be/Wb_S6_v5Uyo
About:
If you're struggling to make money, you might think the answer is another side hustle. But the truth is—side hustles are keeping you stuck. We’ve tried them all—Amazon FBA, Etsy, eBay—and while they promised financial freedom, they never got us there. If you’re tired of trading time for a few extra bucks, it's time to break free from the endless hustle.
In this episode of Family Business Skool, we’re breaking down why most side hustles fail and what you should be doing instead. We’ll walk you through four simple steps to build a predictable, consistent online income stream—one that doesn’t require you to grind 24/7 for little reward.
What you’ll learn in this video:
✔️ Why side hustles won’t get you financial freedom
✔️ The biggest mistakes we made with Amazon FBA, Etsy, and eBay
✔️ The real way to make money online without wasting time on side gigs
✔️ Four simple steps to start a profitable online business
✔️ How to turn your skills, knowledge, or life experience into recurring income
If you’re struggling to make money, don’t waste another minute chasing the wrong path. Watch until the end—we’ve got something special for you that will help you get started today!
11 Mar 2025
Over 40? Here’s How to Build Your Personal Brand (One Person Business) | #FamilyBusinessSkool Ep. 5
Over 40? Here’s How to Build Your Personal Brand (One Person Business) | #FamilyBusinessSkool Ep. 5
Is it too late to start building your personal brand? Absolutely not! If you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond, you have real-life experience, skills, and stories that people need to hear. In this episode of Family Business Skool, we break down a simple yet powerful framework to help you turn your knowledge, passions, and expertise into a predictable online income stream—as a one person business with no team, no fancy marketing, and no complicated strategies.
Why 40+ is the BEST time to start a personal brand
Overcoming common fears: “I’m too late,” “I’m not tech-savvy,” “Who would listen to me?”
The 5-step blueprint to start your personal brand today
How to monetize with coaching, digital products, and online courses
If you’re ready to build a profitable personal brand and create financial freedom without sacrificing family time, this episode is for you!
⚡️𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗦𝗞𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬: https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about?ref=5697ccc7bc6e448d986e813b4053e388
⚡️𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗣𝗔𝗜𝗗 𝗦𝗞𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬: https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool/about?ref=5697ccc7bc6e448d986e813b4053e388
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https://ig.me/m/mattandmeganharden
𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁!
4 Mar 2025
Don't Be A YouTuber In 2025 - DO THIS INSTEAD | #FamilyBusinessSkool Ep. 4
⚡️𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗦𝗞𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬: https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about?ref=5697ccc7bc6e448d986e813b4053e388
⚡️𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗣𝗔𝗜𝗗 𝗦𝗞𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬: https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool/about?ref=5697ccc7bc6e448d986e813b4053e388
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https://ig.me/m/mattandmeganharden
𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁!
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📢 Don't Be A YouTuber In 2025 – DO THIS INSTEAD! 🎙️
🔥 The BIGGEST Mistake People Make on YouTube (And How to Fix It!) 🔥
🚨 Most people come to YouTube thinking, "I'm going to be a YouTuber." And honestly, that’s one of the biggest mistakes you can make! If you’ve ever felt stuck, struggling to grow, or wondering why your channel isn’t making money—this episode is for you.
🎯 Today, we're breaking down how to approach YouTube like a BUSINESS, reverse-engineer your success, and turn your content into a consistent online income stream.
🔹 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why the "YouTuber Mindset" is setting you up for failure
✅ The harsh reality of YouTube monetization (AdSense alone won’t pay your bills!)
✅ The key mindset shift: YouTube is NOT your business—it’s your marketing engine
✅ How to reverse-engineer your financial goals & create offers that sell
✅ The step-by-step plan to build a profitable online business in 2025
🚀 Want to stop struggling and start making money with YouTube? Join our FREE community for more help! 👉 https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about?ref=5697ccc7bc6e448d986e813b4053e388
💡 Who Are We?*
We’re Matt & Megan, founders of Family Business Skool. After spending 20 years building businesses from home—Megan with online platforms like eBay and Etsy, and Matt leaving a successful law career to scale a nearly $2M-a-year business—we realized we wanted true financial, time, and location freedom. That’s why we built our own online course and community, and now we help YOU turn your skills, passions, and life experiences into a predictable, consistent online income.
📌 Question for You: Are you trying to be a YouTuber, or are you building a business? Drop your answer in the comments! 👇
🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS for more weekly episodes!
#onepersonbusiness #YouTubeBusiness #MakeMoneyOnYouTube
25 Feb 2025
7 Steps to Start Your First Online Business | #FamilyBusinessSkool Ep. 3
⚡️𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗦𝗞𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬: https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about
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https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool/about
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7 Steps to Start Your First Online Business
Want to start and scale an online course business—the right way? You're in the right place! 🚀 In this episode, we’re breaking down the 7-step roadmap to help you turn your skills, passions, and life experiences into a thriving online business—without paid ads, without chasing clients, and without wasting months on something that won’t sell.
Megan and I have spent the last 20 years building businesses from home—Megan selling on platforms like eBay and Etsy, and me leaving a successful law career to scale a nearly $2M-a-year business. But we wanted more freedom—time, location, and financial freedom. That’s why we built our own online course and community, and now, we’re here to help YOU do the same!
In this episode, we’ll cover:
✅ Why starting an online course business is one of the BEST ways to create long-term, scalable income
✅ The reality behind the hype about building an online course and setting realistic expectations.
✅ The 7-step roadmap to launching and scaling your online course business without tech skills, experience, or a large following
By the end, you’ll have a clear action plan to build a profitable online course—one that actually sells! 🎯
🔥 Ready to take action? Join our FREE Skool community to learn how to build and scale your online course business! 👉 https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about
🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE this video, SUBSCRIBE for more online business tips, and COMMENT below with your biggest takeaway!
#OnlineCourseBusiness #OnlineBusiness #PassiveIncome #Entrepreneurship
18 Feb 2025
The EASIEST One Person Business to Start Making Money Online in 2025 | #familybusinessskool Ep. 2
⚡️𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗦𝗞𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬: https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about (https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about)
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Want to start a business but feel stuck in planning mode? In this episode, we break down the easiest one-person business to start in 2025—no LLC, no fancy website, and no big audience needed. Just a simple, actionable plan to start making money today! #OnlineBusiness #SideHustle #Entrepreneurship
3 Feb 2025
How to Make Money Online Over 40 (Zero Investment) | #FamilyBusinessSkool Ep. 1
⚡️𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗦𝗞𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬: https://www.skool.com/familybusinessskool-free/about
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𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀!
Think it’s too late to start making money online in your 40s? Think again. In this inaugural episode, Matt and Megan will show you how to turn your life experience into a thriving online business, whether you’re building a side hustle or escaping the 9-5 for good.
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