Hello friends.
Below is a podcast Q&A; that appeared here on B&D; back in July 2014.
It has not been available here for a couple of years so we thought it would be a fun time to re-release it.
The podcast Q&A; is a 2 part series. Part 1 is below, part 2 will be released in a couple of days.
After one week I will release a brand new podcast for you.
If there are any questions or topics you would like covered in the new podcast, please leave a comment below this article.
I will get to every question I can.
In the meantime, enjoy the podcast from the vault…
- To listen, press the “play” button.
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- You can find this podcast on iTunes if you search for “Bold and Determined” on your podcast app.
- Below, you will find a timeline of all questions asked.
0:44 Adam says:
1. If you could go back and speak to the young Victor Pride what advice would you give him?
2. For the idiots who haven’t grasped your message top 5 ways to start killing it.
3:02 Ryan says:
You seem to have a massive wide neck, how did you get it it? In your old pics you had a pencil neck. I've been putting on mass everywhere, even though I only do bench, squat and deadlifts but the neck doesn't grow at all.
Pictured: Victor Pride's neck before and after
3:47 J. Medeiros says:
Just a quick message, thanks for your blog. I consider myself blessed to have found it at the age of 14. Do you ever plan on making the Spartan Entrepreneur available again, even if for a limited period of time?
4:27 Ivan says:
Cold showers are a real kick in the ass for me. Do you would take cold showers in a cold country in winter?
5:12 Jack from Germany says:
What is your current “biggest goal” in life, larger than Bold and Determined?
5:21 hhughes says:
What are your thoughts on Islam?
5:47 Gilead says:
In your opinion, can online business do well here in Kenya.
6:17 yeahrightgetlost says:
1. What’s another book you’d like to write?
2. Do you have other profit-making sites?
3. If you were starting a site, what do you think is the best thing to sell and why, out of:
-physical products (i.e. supplements, widgets)
-info-products (e-books, podcasts)
-services (training, writing)
-subscriptions (i.e. to a newsletter or member site)
-ad space4. Did you do bodyweight work/calisthenics and you got any thoughts on that?
8:29 hamza says:
Hi, Vic I really like your posts, and I just want to know how to endure living with parents til’ age of 18.
9:24 Julien says:
I'm going to break the rules and ask 2 questions, and hopefully one makes the cut :)
1) How ambitious is Mr. Pride? Do you have aspirations to become a millionaire (or even richer) via growing/expanding your empire + investing?
2) In your first year of building B&D;, did you ever doubt yourself and think that maybe you wouldn’t ever build a decent following and make a nice income with it?
10:18 Rhino Ryan says:
(About Me Fired from Job, 22 years old, currently living in Orlando, FL. $6,500.00 saved) I thought about moving to New York to work as a stock broker to bank money. Or work oil industry without any skills and work my ass off. Or start a business with no experience online or otherwise as self-employed. Your recommendation? Can I make money online before the money runs out?
11:44 John says:
How many women have you had sex with?
11:56 Jacob says:
Since I’m working I a blog with the hopes of turning it into a profit making venture, my question will be relevant with that. I’ve been writing for a month now and my blog has had a few hundred visitors and a lot of views. However there has not been a single comment from anyone. So my question is, what are some steps to encourage participation from viewers?
12:53 Christian says:
Could you further explain selfishness in alpha males how to express more selfishness and how to hook up with a girl that you like?
13:25 sex symbol says:
If you were skinny and about to start weight training would you still start bulking by eating 6 meals a day or IF and eating 2 meals a day?
13:57 Rob Martinez says:
Everything you write is awesome. I am moving towards financial freedom myself. My questions is: In your opinion does it really take money to make money? If you were to start a new website today would you blog or sell products online?
14:21 Josh says:
I would like to hear more information about the process of moving and living overseas, the good, bad, and ugly. How to navigate the visa process, how to find an affordable place to live, how to overcome language barriers, etc.
15:42 sex symbol says:
What are the assets that Victor Pride buys? Does Victor Pride invests?
15:53 Jakub says:
Might as well add on to this. I inquired as to whether Victor would make an article about this, he said he will “put that in the pipeline”. What assets do the rich buy?
16:19 6 100 says:
Any ideas on how to get some Superdrol while living in the States?
16:25 PM says:
M-stane on Ebay. Its Superdrol. Legal.
Note: You can buy M-stane here.
16:34 Frost says:
1. What is your next ebook about and when is it coming out?
2. If B&D; hadn’t worked out what would you do instead?
3. What do you do daily? You post 1-2 times a month and this is your only job so what do you do on a daily basis?
17:37 Jason says:
For all of us young guys out there (going into college), what is top skill we should improve on.
18:11 Rob says:
I would like some tips on how to work more effeciently (not just reduce procrastination, but eradicate it completely).
Another great thing would be advise on how to prevent injuries in the gym.
19:02 Alexander says:
Do you do any major SEO work or do you rely mostly on the content on the blog? When can we expect a new book from you? How does it feel to be a model for so many men? (please answer one of the last two if you only accept one question per reader) Thank you and have an awesome week.
23:18 Nick says:
When you were building up Bold and Determined several years ago, what was your daily routine like? Did you set a word count of X for daily writing, work in blocks of time on different aspects of the site, outsource certain elements like design/UI?
20:27 Buffguy says:
Are you using any PED (performance enhancing drugs)? Not that I am here to judge, I am just curious if one can attain your size without any use of hormones. If you do, I'd like to hear which ones you do use.
Pictured: Victor at 181 lbs / 83 kg's
See also:
- How to Become a Genetic Freak
- How to Become Super-Human
- The #1 Legal Muscle Building Supplement That Actually Works (and will probably be banned soon)
- The 3 Part Solution for Building Impressive Arms
- The Secret to Gaining Muscle
- Why Your Testosterone Levels are Lower Than You Think (and what to do about it)
21:25 bear says:
Question 1: Four practical easy to implement steps for managing time more wisely?
Question 2: Four practical ways to measure risks vs. financial gains?
Question 3: How to know when to hire an employee?
22:05 Norman McMahon says:
What is your favorite accomplishment? What country or continent would you reccomend for the best women?
22:37 Matt says:
How does your current success affect your ambition to push harder and create more? In essence, do you believe you would be able to re-create the success of B&D; in a new venture given how successful you already are?
23:31 Maurice S says:
Question 1: If someone have a niche site for selling an E-book, needs SEO rather than just let the people come over?
Question 2: To sell E-books, is always better a website? Sometimes isn’t better Amazon?
Question 3 (blending the previous): To sell E-books, it is better to have a blog? Or something kind of anonym, like Amazon or a niche site works?
- Go to BADNET to start your own website.
25:03 Mike R says:
What are your thoughts on Crossfit?
25:35 Luke says:
Simple question: Why did you move to Thailand?
25:56 zessson says:
I am 23 , I got married when I was 19, my wife is 5 years older than me, I have a daughter , I am going to University part time, working as a gardener, I am trying real hard to do my best for the family, I also help my family financially who are living abroad, I am a guitar player, I had a dream of being a musician but now I have so many responsibilities on me , that I can't look up and work on my dream, when ever I think about it it kills me, my question is what would you do if you would be in my situation (I know you would never be here)? At this point I just want to be free and to do what I want but to even think it will be a sin, I have a lots of potential in many things but no space on work on it. Please leave a few words on my situation bro, I want to overcome.
27:33 WTFrankie says:
My minds on gaining size and building a business, but when I’m focused on one, the other suffers. My idea was to focus obsessively on business until I’m in a happy enough place to add the other. How did you handle your body goals when first creating Bold and Determined? / How would you approach it starting all over again?
29:01 Dylan Smith says:
Q1: How to improve slouched shoulders? My gym routine for shoulders/traps is overhead press, shoulder laterals (2 versions) and high pull. I gained some muscle, but the slouch remains.
See also: Deadlift Posture Stretch (Victor Pride Variation)
30:53 Billy Guthrie says:
Question 1: What was the thing that finally made you change from wimp to pimp?
Question 2: If you had to start at the beginning again what would you do different and what mistakes would you change?
See also: The Evolution of Pride
31:36 Sebas says:
I would also like to know how you can get Superdrol in the States? You mentioned there are some other sites still selling it, not having much luck finding it (probably not looking in the right places). Tired of sluts, where have you had your most luck finding “good girls” (location wise)? Plus any other insight/advice.
See also: How to Meet Shy Girls
32:24 Hector A. says:
What are the top characteristics of a real man??
32:55 Mike says:
I have been a nice guy for my entire life. Had two girlfriends in my past. They both used and abused me, financially and emotionally. How do I stop being a nice guy? I need to become a MAN who has respect, someone who does good to the world and at the same time, not being an asshole. I was raised by a single mom, and my dad never put attention into me. Out of a family of four boys, I was the youngest and my mom wanted a girl. So she treated me like a girl my entire youth. Now I am in my early 30′s and I realize that I need to become more alpha. Anyways, what actions do I need to take today?
35:10 Chris says:
If you were a kid in college on a shitty meal plan and a tight budget, and you lift weights 4 – 6 days a week, what meals/supplements would you recommend that would make gains without spending a ton of money?
36:04 Don Dano says:
How do you invest your money? Are you still living like a spartan or do you spend more on lifestyle?
36:52 Muddasir says:
Really want to get your input on “Behind every successful man, there is a woman”
See also: How to Harness Your Sexual Energy
37:45 Delta says:
Hi Victor. Like everyone else, your blog has changed my life so here’s my question: What is the one piece of advice you would say to a high school graduate who just received their diploma? I am graduating next year and I want to be prepared to kick ass.
38:27 Daniel says:
1. You always talk about being a kickass in life and how to live it, but I would love for you to explain how to deal and communicate with people like a winner.
2. I’m from a country in the Middle East and I would be moving to the U.S. soon, what advice would you give me for me to grasp this opportunity by the balls and don’t ruin it.
39:23 Tate says:
If you had a 9-5 job and got laid off, what venture would you undertake the next day to start making money. Assume you had minimal money saved up and needed to pay the bills.
40:17 Brian Trickovic says:
Should a teenager living under his parent’s house, like myself, start an online business or an offline business? I ask this because it seems services like PayPal are not friendly toward under 18 people, which means it’s difficult for me to receive payments.
41:16 Aidan says:
When you’re in the process of building/expanding a website, what is your preferred method of driving traffic?
41:29 HardcoreHookup says:
Are you going to marry your Viet girlfriend? Any surprises from the health section of your 23andme test? Do you believe that it’s unbecoming for a man to eat pussy? It seems servile and obsequious to me…
42:06 Fred Mason says:
What is your opinion on doing the same workout daily?
4×6 Squat
4×6 Overhead Press
4×6 Deadlift
4 Farmer’s Walks
42:22 PM says:
I know you’ve done some real estate business deals, what do you think about real estate broker as a career these days? Do you think the economy is doomed in North America?
44:26 rich11 says:
Any advices on how to make a million, ways to become a millionaire and step by guide..maybe investments or etc..whats your lifestyle like?
See also:
- How to Actually Get Rich
- The 21 Rules of the Rich (and how you can emulate them)
- 13 Reasons You Should Start An Internet Based Business
- The Minimalist’s Guide to Getting Rich (part 1)
44:54 Zeus Armstrong says:
My question: You have managed to build quite a loyal and large base of readers since you started B&D.; How did you grow your audience from zero to a point where you can make some money?
See also:
- So You Want to Be a Professional Blogger
- So You Want to Be a Professional Blogger part 2
- So You Want to Be a Professional Blogger part 3
45:12 Lupe Bogi says:
Q1: How can I improve my bad sleeping hygiene of waking up and going to bed at irregular times?
Q2: Is it possible and if so, how to improve energy during the day without any supplements?
Until next time.
Your man,
-Victor Pride
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[This article/podcast originally appeared on Bold and Determined on July 4, 2014.]
Do you have additional tips for non-English bloggers with less exposure because much less people speak your language?
Or it’s absolutely the same game as in an English blogs?
I still remember listening to this while on my lunch break back in 2014.
At the time the path seemed so long. Yet here I am in 2018 and a lot has changed.
- My blog gets 800-1k daily traffic
- I quit my job in 2016
- In November if 2016 I moved to LA
- Through taking Victors philosophy I was able to create my own and change my life
- And even though I’ve been workin daily since November 2014, I’m just getting started.
People like to bash blogs, but without a blog I wouldn’t be able to work with the level of clients that I do now.
Instead I’d be relying on Fiverr/Upwork which attracts low quality work.
Thanks for reposting this Victor.
Back to building.
Poof.
Good shit Dylan, I too am working on my blog, mine is only 3 weeks old and still working on the traffic part. What would you say helped you the most at acquiring your daily traffic?
The biggest thing is putting out 3+ articles a week. That’s the foundation. You will learn other ways to bring in traffic as you take care of the fundamentals.
Thanks for the response, I am currently doing just that. Going to keep publishing kick ass content.
Jack,Guys like you irritate the Fuck outta me you want the quick fast and easy route to success,NGFH- NOT GONNA FUCKING HAPPEN!!
Your blog is only 3weeks old!!
And your worried about traffic hahaha!
Write fucking articles and post them, let people come too you, you think Victor was worried about traffic?
Get the fuck outta here! he posted Good “quality” articles and people found him that’s all he did, judging by your comment you are NOT serious about blogging. Find or create something else.
I did YouTube videos for years,now I have well over 300+ subscribers that showed up because I posted 2-5 videos daily. Do the work and the rest will follow. No work, No rewards.
Trust me I dont want the easy way out, I created a successful dropshipping company and it took many months. I just asked that question to get an idea on what to work on more. I do put 3 articles daily. Planning and strategizing always increases your odds.
I Just checked out your blog, it’s a rehash of Boldanddetermined,
Guys who copy victor are not gonna make it very far, I would suggest bringing forth what resonates through your soul not what victor is doing. That’s when you’ll find or create your greatness, when you focus on other peoples garden you miss out on creating your own. He can only lead you, but you have to walk your own path young Padawan. Over and out!
Do you plan on posting more about experiences you are currently having? For example posts about trips you take, places you visit, etc. Like Mike Cernovich’s posts about Vietnam.
It would be awesome to see more of the world through your words and your eyes and be inspired.
It’s funny, I was just listening to your old podcasts yesterday and now you re-post them…
I hope your blog never goes away or at least every single article is available for purchase before it goes away.
Thank you for your time!
What’s your opinion on casual sex? Society seems to convey the stereotype that everyone should be sleeping around. I’ve reached 28 and I have only slept with two women. Should I be getting more experience?
Unless you are laying with two different women everyday, you are doing it wrong, matey!
No.
Victor has stated in another post/podcast somewhere that PUA’s do nothing with their lives. Paraphrased, if I recall correctly, chasing tail is a large waste of time.
In my opinion, the girls come when you get your shit together. I spent 2017 working on my sexual anxiety, and now in 2018 I get laid when I really want to; I now know what to do to go out in a city and find a pump and dump. I’m not worried about relationships because I’ve always been good at those; sleeping around or being able to build no strings attached sex was my issue. All this did was fix my problem of not being able to find casual sex, it didn’t change a whole lot for me except now I know how to go have “casual sex.” IIRC Victor has also stated that you need a muse to be really successful; i.e. find a girlfriend and she will be the thing that inspires you. But remain masculine, don’t fall into the loser-pussy boyfriend, learn how to romance and show affection in a masculine way.
The real answer to your question, Rob, is if it is really bothering you then you should fix it. If it’s something that doesn’t bother you then don’t worry about it. Frankly, once you figure it out, it’s easier than you ever thought. Good Looking Loser is where I learned what to do. Literally look your best and put yourself in positions to talk to/meet women, and be selfish/masculine like Victor says and you’ll eventually find a girl to fuck or even date if that’s what you want.
I’ll also add in here that when you are caught up jerking off or chasing girls, then you AREN’T putting your full sexual energy into the gym or building your income. Let me put it to you this way: a lot of guys know how to/can have a ton of sex, not every guy can become filthy fucking successful and live a life they are proud of. If you’re worried about busting a nut then you aren’t worried about a second or third income stream. Whereas if you have good cash flow and are in a cool city with some hobbies you are passionate about you more than likely will cross paths with women who would find you interesting.
What did change a whole lot for me after 2017 was now I’m not concerned with sexual validation. As already stated; if it’s really bothering you then invest the energy to fix it, otherwise don’t worry about it. Literally don’t worry about it.
Girls come and go.
Alright, I have a few questions.
- When is the right time to start monetizing your blog (such as publishing an ebook)?
- What sort of metrics or signals can we use to gauge the efficiency or proper direction of our website, especially in the beginning?
- How do we form a satellite website? Is it through the purchasing of another domain and then linking to it through our main site, or something else? (I.e. 30daysofdiscipline.com linked through boldanddetermined.com)
- Do you make any sort of investments with the patrimony you accrue from your website?
- If you write about something on your blog believing it to be true, but later on find out that it was not (or that it was at least a partial truth), do you remove the old content, do you change it, or do you keep it as it was and just write a new post?
This is what I could think about for now.
I had listened to this podcast before, but it was interesting to listen to it again.
Looking forward to the next episode.
- Have you considered translating your blog into multiple languages?
- Is there any ideal frequency for posting new material when starting out? As much as one can?
OWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW !!
Can not wait for the new B&D podcast. I’m extremely excited to know that I’ll have a chance again to hang out a few lonely afternoons in the company of Uncle Vic’s.
I remember listening to the podcasts back in 2014 and their teachings didn’t stick with me until late 2017 when all of it came back to me. I guess sometimes we just aren’t ready to fully understand something although we hear it but if the content is good it stays in the back of our minds for years like a little spark.
I have a few questions. Pick whichever one you prefer.
Do you have some questions yourself that you still haven’t found answers to or some concepts/ideas that are troubling you?
What do you specifically think about during chaos that enables you to make better decisions?
[For example MJ DeMarco thinks consciously before major decisions about what’s the best/worst case scenario and the likelihood of it happening and that makes him a good decision maker.
You mentioned in the NWR that the way you stay focused is by not even letting the bad thoughts enter your mind and that obviously helps in making better decisions.
I for example when I’m angry or emotional remember that this is not me but my emotions and it let’s me see the situation more objectively and so I make better decisions.
Basically what are your most useful thoughts?]
How do you go about deciding who are you going to spend the rest of your life with? Do you ever feel like a girlfriend/wife should be smart?
[Mine cooks, cleans, has a tight body and a beautiful face, she’s a good girl, I can trust her and she would be a good mom but I can not talk to her about deeper topics or ask her for advice because it’s like talking to a wall, she just isn’t capable of understanding a lot of things.
A good best friend who you can talk to is a part solution to this problem but still if you ask me would I spend the rest of my life with this almost dream woman I am not thrilled. Do you maybe have similar problems with those Thai or Eastern European girls?]
Should you save up money and leave your job? Or get income established from your own business before leaving a job?
Hello James, not Victor, but I recommend working somewhere that allows you to work on your blog.
That’s what I did. Here goes my secret, I worked security, where I was able to work 6 hours a day on my blog ;)
Well you need money duh! Keep your job UNTIL your Blog is making Serious MONEY where you can pay all your bills and do what you want.Until till then,you can leave the job worry free.
What is your opinion about starting a business/blog in a market that is saturated, like weight loss? I’ve lost over one hundred pounds and understand the mentality of weight loss, but i don’t want to be drowned out by 10 million other people.
Hey Sam, not Victor but here is some advice, there are soooooo many more potential customers than creators, just create kick ass content and you’ll be seen. You only need a tiny percentage of the market and you’ll be comfortable. That’s what I’m doing.
Hey Victor, thanks for all the amazing content! Every post I read lit a fire under my ass!
My question:
What do you think about creating and selling custom apparel/merchandise designs online?
I’m a graphic designer / illustrator and I intend to do this in the near future. I’m just curious about your thoughts on it and the possibility of it being a source of passive income (design it once, sell it forever).
*btw, when I say custom designs, I mean really high-quality complex handmade contextual illustrations, not some “I’m with stupid” slogans and f**king cats :D
Cheers!
Victor, why you deleted all «Godcast» records in all platforms?
I only had listened few of then. In my opinion they had to strong attidute and maybe to much strong words but core was a gem.
Can you reveal your motives of this action?
With Respect,
ZI
Victor, how old were you when you first started lifting weights?
Watched it back then, great podcast! I really wish you could reupload the Full Color Godcast, that would be so great.
Anyway my question:
I’ve been having problems lately with my sleep pattern, i had time when i would woke up 7AM and i would feel good.
Do you think it is a MUST to wake up early for a human in general? I don’t know, man. I weel super shit when i wake up at 2pm, 3pm…
Keep up the good work
Floriao
So I have started an e-business 8 months ago and I am making sales and I’m making quite a lot. But making this money has made me a little lazy and complacent. How do I move past this hump?
Disappointed on your view on Islam.
Islam has been here in Europe for centuries.
If however, you mean mass immigration from third world countries, I would agree.
Islam has certainly been rejected by Europeans, as proven in Spain.
I signed up for Badnet and started a blog 2 years ago….my life has totally changed for the better because all the doors opened up with e-business. How many people do you feel sign up for Badnet, and never follow through with it because the didn’t get the instantaneous results they expected?
According to you, can we train the same muscles every day ?
Q. What do you think about Patreon?
Forgot to say, have a good day Vic!
Hi Victor,
How much do you make each month with this blog the most and how much the least?
How much do you make on average?
Heen Will New World Ronin be availlable on paper again? I want to buy copies for Christmas for my family.
Also looking forward to the new podcast.
- SeBastian
Hi Vic, heres a few questions
What is the best way to maximise your health, mental clarit and maintaining high energy and motivation?
How can move towards living a more natural life, living in nature etc.?
Best ways for a young man aged 19 to make money, online or in real life?
What are your views on electromagnetic radiation, technology addiction and social media?
Do you believe a young man should commit to never ejaculating again, even through sex and also do you recommend any other methods to trans mutate sexual energy?
Hi uncle vic,I am a filipino,a spartan warrior and a b n d reader,I am 22 years old no,65 kg and 5’5.I leave my family in the philippines from december 2017 and recently working at saudi arabia as a waiter and will for two years here with 400$ salary/month.I miss my home now and homesickness was growing.
I want to ask if what would you advice for me to be able to stay motivated and fired up in life.I did gym membership here and eating more food everyday.Thanks
What is a good diet/meal plan to follow during pregnancy?
What should we avoid?
Victor, any advice on how to REDUCE the time necessary for sleep?
I hate sleeping for 8 hours, during 30 Days of Discipline I slept less(about 6) and I loved having the extra time.
I feel a bit grumpy in the first couple of hours after waking up from less sleep but other than that there is no difference.
Hey Vic,
Thanks for re-releasing the old podcasts,first one’s I ever heard when I first found B&D. Looking forward to the next one. My question is, do you and Mike Cernovich still have any affiliation with each other? Loved your podcasts together in the past, was wondering if we can expect Part 2?
All the best Vic,
Blake