Paul Gowder

I know, I know—everyone keeps saying organic reach on Facebook is dead. I’ve recently seen a 39% increase in my organic reach over just two weeks. My content interactions are up by 50%, and my follows are climbing. So, let’s talk about what’s working on Facebook right now. Why Organic Reach Matters Despite the hype….

Welcome to the OTW Show! I’m your host, Paul Gowder, here to help you get on the way to building the lifestyle you want with actionable tips to level up your business. Today, we’re diving into three common mistakes that might be stalling the growth of your email list. But first, let’s celebrate some wins…..

In the inaugural episode of the OTW podcast, I introduce a novel method to expand your email list using a unique feature of the email marketing tool ConvertKit. This episode is packed with actionable tips designed to help you grow your business and achieve the lifestyle you desire. Celebrating Wins I start the episode by….

Splash Mountain was an iconic attraction and replacing the theme with Princess and the Frog has been met with mixed feelings in the Disney community. I’m already seeing negative ride reviews posted. Only a few hundred people have ridden the ride so far. Be careful of the online reviews you see. For me, this was….

Let’s talk about something that sends shivers down the spines of many website owners and content creators: Google updates. Yup, those algorithm tweaks that can sometimes make us feel like we’re playing digital Jenga with our carefully crafted content strategies. Google Helpful Content Update In September 2023, Google introduced a critical update to its algorithm….

Why Choose Ecamm Live? If you’re looking for streaming software that’s made for Mac users, I’d like to introduce you to Ecamm Live. I’ve tried a lot of different platforms throughout my years of streaming, and Ecamm Live consistently stood out. It’s not just about broadcasting; it’s about making your streams and recorded video look….

As someone with a substantial email list of over 100,000 subscribers, finding the right email marketing platform is crucial to the growth and success of my business. I have tried numerous email marketing solutions over the years, but none have quite captured my loyalty like ConvertKit. As a seasoned marketer, I need to review with….

Photographing Disney World is one of my favorite things to do on a trip.  I love going back to the parks at night after the family is in bed.  I take my camera on all the rides – and I keep shooting throughout the spins, dips, and turn.  The photographs I come home with are….

Brooke’s first trip to Walt Disney World still stands out as one of our best family trips.  So many great moments and memories! On this trip we took the whole clan – Brooke, Kelli, and I plus my parents and Kelli’s mom, or as Brooke calls them Nene, Pop, and Mimi.  We loaded in a….

Capturing fireworks photos at Disney World or your front yard on July 4th is easier than you think! You just need to follow a few simple steps to capture incredible images! How to Photograph Fireworks Set your camera on a tripod.  You need a very stable base for your camera during long exposures. Set your….

Illuminations – Reflections of Earth Epcot Walt Disney World Camera Info Nikon D700 Lens – 24-70mm 24mm f18 15 Seconds Exposure Tiffen Variable ND Filter This shot has a long story! We arrived at Epcot at 7:00 am for the 100th Anniversary of the Girl Scout Celebration.  By 8, we were all hot, tired, exhausted,….

Do you have a Facebook Group? Ever wondered how to get your Facebook Group members on your email list? Facebook Groups are great to help build community and engagement.  However, converting a member of your group to a subscriber can be challenging. GroupLeads to the rescue! With this Chrome extension, I’ve added over 21,000 subscribers….

From an early age, Paul Gowder has been taking photos. Starting with photographing Star Wars figures with a Vivitar 600 in the 1970s, Paul has continued creating images. Paul Gowder’s photography can be seen in several publications including Whispering Wind Magazine, Indian Country Today, News from Indian Country, The Unofficial Guide: The Color Companion to….

I just got back from Podfest Expo, and had a great time! I came away with some great business lessons, new friends, and some tips for you. Lesson 1: Embrace the Chaos (Because We’re All Making It Up) Okay, so, you know when you’re at a conference, and you’re sitting in those sessions, scribbling down….

What an honor it is to be featured on the Listeners to Leads podcast. Alesia Galati and I had such fun chatting on her podcast, Listeners to Leads. We talked about building community through email marketing! Here are the main bullet points from our chat: My journey of creating PowWows.com and its community in the….

On a recent trip to Walt Disney World, I visited with my friend Julie Voris from the Crank It Up podcast.  We talked about building your email list and using email marketing to engage with your audience while growing your business. If you have ever had the pleasure to see Julie speak, you know she….

I have used a variety of giveaway platforms over the years.  My recommendation for any starting out is always KingSumo! Just look at what KingSumo offers! Free plan option Pro Level has a one-time fee – no monthly charges Social Sharing Bonus Entries to Drive Traffic Want proof – look at these results! KingSumo has….

You may have noticed that I like to wear “unique ” shirts. I started buying graphic button-down shirts a few years ago at Disney World.  I bought a few but only wore them on cruises or in the parks.  Over time I was able to build up enough shirts to wear each night on a….

Ready to unleash the ultimate weapon in your digital arsenal – the epic giveaway? We all know they can grow your email list, boost your website traffic, and increase engagement.  But choosing the best sweepstakes software is challenging. I’ve been in the giveaway trenches for years, testing all of the giveaway apps including ViralSweep, RafflePress,….

Ready to boost your email list, increase engagement, and explode your website’s traffic?  You can do all that with a sweepstakes giveaway. Simple now – but it took me months to learn! Skip that learning curve and let me show you the lessons I learned the hard way. I’ve been running sweepstakes on my other….