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Online! with Amr the Internet Guy, is where business meets the web without the headaches. Each episode dives into the real, unscripted journeys of successful entrepreneurs and digital creatorsâwhy they do what they do, how they built their businesses, and the quirks of thriving online.
From marketing agencies and eâcommerce pros to social media and Google Ads experts, my guests share hardâwon lessons and strategies you can apply right away. And when I go solo, I break down practical web tips, common mistakes to avoid, and quick hacks to help you stay aheadâwithout drowning in tech.
Local SEO Mastery: Sam Sarsten's Journey from EMT to Digital Marketing Expert | Online with Amr The Internet Guy
In this episode of Online with Amr The Internet Guy, I speak with Sam Sarsten, founder of Thencan SEO and Websites, who made a fascinating transition from emergency medical technician to local SEO specialist.
Sam shares practical insights about helping businesses with physical locations thrive online through his three-pillar approach to local SEO: Google Business Profile optimization, strategic website development, and building authority through relevant backlinks. You'll hear real success stories, including a cabinetmaker who went from an empty shop to generating $30,000 monthly from Google leads alone.
Whether you're a business owner looking to improve your online visibility or a web professional wanting to add SEO services, this conversation offers actionable strategies.
We cover:
Sam's transition from EMT working 24-hour shifts to founding a successful SEO agency
How an "accidental web design" project for a friend sparked his interest in WordPress and web design
The three pillars of local SEO: Google Business Profile, website optimization, and building authority through backlinks
The difference between local SEO and national/e-commerce SEO
Real success stories like George the cabinetmaker who went from an empty shop to $20,000-$30,000 monthly revenue from Google leads
How AI is impacting search but why local SEO remains stable and essential
Why local businesses need findability more than ever in the digital age
Sam's Local SEO Academy where he teaches web designers to add SEO as a growth service
The importance of strategy before tactics in SEO (avoiding what Sam calls "guess-SEO")
Realistic timeframes for seeing SEO results based on competition and starting point
Here's how to get in touch with Sam [http://theinternetguy.training/restart/2]
13 Dec 2025
Online with Amr The Internet Guy, episode 40! The Biggest Mistake E-Commerce Sellers Make (and How to Fix It) w/ Neil Twa
Online! with Amr the Internet Guy, is where business meets the web without the headaches. Each episode dives into the real, unscripted journeys of successful entrepreneurs and digital creatorsâwhy they do what they do, how they built their businesses, and the quirks of thriving online. From marketing agencies and eâcommerce pros to social media and Google Ads experts, my guests share hardâwon lessons and strategies you can apply right away. And when I go solo, I break down practical web tips...
31 Oct 2025
Online with Amr The Internet Guy Episode 39, How to escape the franchise trap & launch a profitable service business, with Azgari!
đ§This is Online with Amr The Internet Guy! The show focuses on entrepreneurs and business owners, helping them become more successful in conducting their business online without being stuck with technology, getting a headache, pulling their hair out, or buying expensive software.
In this episode of Online with Amr the Internet Guy, I speak with @azgarilipshy, from Austin, Texas about how high net worth individuals can create profitable service-based businesses either as absentee owners or as portfolio investments.
We tap into "The Boring Business" Gold Mine and how Service Businesses can Create Wealth.
Azgari reveals why "boring" service businesses represent 55% of the US economy and provide stable monthly cash flow unlike volatile stocks. Learn about accessing SBA loans inup to $5 million, avoiding costly franchise traps, and how her team helps busy professionals build and operate successful businesses without requiring 40-60 hours weekly.
Whether you're looking to diversify your investment portfolio or planning for retirement, this episode offers valuable insights into the world of service business ownership.
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Introduction to the podcast and its focus on entrepreneurs and business owners
00:00:17 - Update on the podcast schedule and new mini-series "Web Tips for Entrepreneurs"
00:02:51 - Introduction of special guest Azgari from Texas
00:04:07 - professionals earning six figures looking for investment diversification
00:06:20 - The value of "boring businesses" and their stable cash flow potential
00:09:30 - How Azgari's team operates businesses for absentee owners
00:15:00 - Critique of traditional franchise models and their limitations
00:24:33 - The importance of referrals in service-based businesses
00:33:31 - Discussion about SEO and digital marketing challenges for small businesses
00:41:58 - How service businesses eventually operate on 100% referrals
00:53:31 - The social benefits of running a service-based business vs. online-only
01:00:34 - Contact information: Azgari.com
# WhatYouWillLearn in this episode
1. How high net worth individuals can create cash flowing service-based businesses as absentee owners or portfolio investments
2. The advantages of service-based businesses representing 55% of the US economy with stable monthly revenue
3. How to access Small Business Administration loans up to $5 million for service business startups
4. The two business tracks: DIY with guidance vs. full operational service for busy professionals
5. Why traditional franchises often disappoint and how to avoid costly franchise traps
6. How to match business selection with personal skills, location, and market demand for optimal success
7. The timeline for service businesses to achieve steady referral-based clientele (typically 12 months)
8. Examples of profitable "unsexy" service businesses like biohazard cleanup with strong cash flow
9. How a fractional operational team can handle compliance, licensing, and business administration
10. Strategies for specializing within service verticals to establish expertise and maximize profitability
https://humantalents.ca/online/39 (https://humantalents.ca/online/39)
Connect with Amr The Internet Guy:
⢠Contact Amr https://humantalents.ca/contact-ht-tech/ (https://humantalents.ca/contact-ht-tech/)
⢠Websites: https://theinternetguy.training/ (https://theinternetguy.training/)
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