Justin shares his and Tara's journey from struggling wantrepreneurs to making over $40,000 monthly in passive investments. In this episode, you'll learn about the critical mindset shifts, strategic decisions, and practical tips that propelled Justin to success. From hitting rock bottom in debt to creating streamlined systems for property management, Justin's story is filled with valuable insights for anyone looking to build wealth. What Ryan Discusses with Justin: + Facing Debt and Moving Forwar...
Sep 04, 2024•38 min•Ep. 164
Movie tickets? Dining vouchers? Free vacations? A simple shift in your marketing strategy could skyrocket your sales and make your business the talk of the town! In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with John Dwyer, a leading expert in direct response and incentive marketing. John, known for his innovative strategies that have generated over $15 billion in sales, shares valuable insights on everything from the importance of crafting compelling offers that drive immediate action to securi...
Sep 02, 2024•54 min•Ep. 163
Did you know that there are different types of entrepreneurs? In this episode, Brien Gearin is joined by Nik Hulewsky, co-founder of CoFounders and host of the Nikonomics podcast. Together, they explore the essential question: "What kind of entrepreneur are you?" Nik shares his journey from a risk-averse start to multiple seven-figure business exits, offering a deep dive into the five key frameworks that every aspiring entrepreneur should consider — risk profile, personality type, experience, sk...
Aug 30, 2024•50 min•Ep. 162
What if solving just one basic problem was the key to a multi-million dollar business? Well, for Betsy Mikesell, it was! In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel interviews Betsy on her incredible journey as co-founder of Beddy's and how she transformed an everyday frustration around making her kids' bunk beds into a thriving company. Betsy shares her story of how a simple idea grew into a successful product, overcoming challenges, and scaling her business from a hobby to a household name. Whether y...
Aug 28, 2024•45 min•Ep. 161
Ryan Atkinson was no expert when it came to video, but that didn't stop him from building a six-figure video production company! In this episode, host Justin Williams interviews Ryan on his journey as a 25-year-old entrepreneur and founder of Spacebar Visuals — the business he scaled to $30,000 per month in just 18 months. Ryan shares his straightforward approach to business, from identifying market needs to implementing a successful cold email outreach strategy that any entrepreneur can replica...
Aug 26, 2024•54 min•Ep. 160
You've heard Justin and Tara talk about their journey as entrepreneurs, but have you heard about how they struggled to stay married while owning a business and having 3 kids along the way? Running a business together can test any marriage, but Justin and Tara have found ways to thrive. They share the secrets behind their strong partnership, both in life and in business, and how they’ve achieved their financial goals without compromising their relationship. So join us in this engaging episode, wh...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 8 min
What if you could launch a six-figure business with just $1,600? In this episode, Brien Gearin interviews Collin Rutherford, founder of Greenbox Storage, about how he turned a simple idea into a thriving summer storage business serving 23 college campuses. From his days as a D1 athlete at Dartmouth to identifying a market need during COVID, Collin reveals the strategies that fueled his rapid business growth at just 26-years-old. He discusses the importance of grit, smart scaling, and starting wi...
Aug 21, 2024•52 min•Ep. 158
Sales and marketing are the lifeblood of your business and it only takes one proven sales system to bring your product or service to the world. This is part of business people typically fear the most. Yes, it's challenging and yes, you're probably going to want to quit a hundred times. But if we can help you overcome your fears and hesitancy around sales and marketing, it will change your life forever. And it will change the lives of the people that you connect with. You're way bigger than your ...
Aug 19, 2024•22 min•Ep. 157
Want to sell physical products without stocking inventory? In this episode, Brien Gearin talks with entrepreneur Kris McCauley about how he built a successful dropshipping business on platforms like TikTok, Walmart, and eBay. Kris shares his secrets for starting with minimal investment, automating processes, and finding winning products. They also discuss the power of influencer marketing on TikTok and the challenges of staying profitable in a fast-changing market. Whether you're new to e-commer...
Aug 16, 2024•52 min•Ep. 156
Unleash the power of experiential marketing to transform your business! Ray Sheehan, an expert in the field, reveals strategies for using face-to-face interactions to build brand loyalty and drive sales in this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel. Learn how to engage your audience at places they already frequent, such as festivals and major retailers, to create memorable connections. Discover how experiential marketing can complement your overall strategy, offering both immediate engagement and lon...
Aug 14, 2024•49 min•Ep. 155
Discover how a former Army Ranger is transforming lives through the virtual assistant industry! Brett Baker, founder of VA USA, joins host Brien Gearin to discuss his mission to support military spouses with meaningful work and community. Brett shares the unique challenges military families face and how VA USA connects them with businesses needing virtual assistants. The episode highlights the importance of mindset and mission in entrepreneurship, encouraging action and learning from failure. Wh...
Aug 12, 2024•59 min•Ep. 154
In this episode of Millionaire University, Garr Russell shares his fascinating journey of entrepreneurship from childhood ventures to a successful RV rental business. Garr discusses his setbacks, including a period of drug dealing, and how he turned his life around after finding faith. He highlights the turning points in his career, such as starting a credit counseling company and later transitioning into RV rentals after a personal experience in 2016. Garr explains the advantages of using a fra...
Aug 09, 2024•48 min•Ep. 159
Get ready for a conversation that might just change the way you think about wealth and legacy. In this episode, Kirsten dives deep with Gino Barbaro, an unconventional entrepreneur whose journey from pizza delivery to real estate mogul is anything but ordinary. Gino shares how his immigrant background shaped his ambitious mindset and led him to discover the power of what he calls "baby money soldiers"—a unique approach to raising financially savvy children. If you're a parent aiming to equip you...
Aug 07, 2024•52 min•Ep. 152
I always dreamt of having money growing up because I so was tired of stressing about it. For some reason, I just always felt like there just wasn't enough and I knew once I had money, I'd finally be ok. But money betrayed me. Twice. In this episode, we talk about money. Do we love it, do we hate it? How has it changed our life? (Original Air Date - 2/19/23) What Tara and Justin Discuss on Today's Episode: + Introduction and Podcast Purpose + The Misconception of Money and Happiness + Personal St...
Aug 05, 2024•18 min•Ep. 151
Get ready to soak up some serious entrepreneurial rays! In this sizzling episode of Millionaire University, Kirsten sits down with Lauren Rampello Becotte, the glow-getter behind Pure Glow - the beauty biz that's turning heads and tanning bods with its organic airbrush magic. Buckle up as Lauren lets us in on her decade-long hustle from beauty booth newbie to franchise queen. With entrepreneurship practically in her DNA this finance whiz kid turned her own acne struggles into a golden opportunit...
Aug 02, 2024•55 min•Ep. 150
What's the secret to a wildly profitable ecommerce business? Just ask PrettyBoy Skincare! Ben Feys and Kevin Niehoff, founders of the seven-figure men's skincare brand, share their story in today's episode hosted by Brien Gearin. Driven by a relentless commitment to quality products and their customers, you'll learn the exact "hows" and "whys" of everything from conducting thorough market research to ensuring bottom line profitability in a saturated space. If you're ready to bootstrap your own e...
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 149
Welcome to Millionaire University's latest masterclass with Instagram sensation Michelle Gifford, where she spills the beans on turbocharging your Insta game and how she went from 18,000 to a whopping 236,000 followers. Michelle reveals the secret sauce to transforming your follower count from meh to marvelous. It's not just growth; it's Insta-growth with a purpose. She emphasizes the value of creating attraction, nurturing, and selling content and debunks the myth that Instagram algorithms are ...
Jul 29, 2024•52 min•Ep. 148
Prepare for an insightful conversation with Brian Ondrako from the 'Just Get Started' podcast. Brian shares his transformative journey of overcoming self-doubt while discovering his own potential. This episode provides actionable steps for continuous learning, leveraging personal strengths, and effectively tackling obstacles. We dive deep into the daily grind of showing up for ourselves and unleashing the superpowers of those small, consistent actions. Brian also reviews his C.O.M.P.A.S.S. frame...
Jul 26, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 145
Dive deep with Adam, founder of EOCworks, on the intricacies of cold outreach and email marketing. Adam, who has never worked a true corporate job and successfully sold his first startup through cold email outreach, shares his journey and the critical role cold email played in landing major clients like Bank of America and Amazon. They discuss the importance of setting up dedicated domains for email outreach, the evolution and optimization of cold email strategies, including the use of tools lik...
Jul 24, 2024•49 min•Ep. 146
What's happening in your home town today? That's exactly what Ryan Sneddon wanted to know after moving back to Annapolis, Maryland in 2020. Born of this desire for local news and updates, Ryan created the Naptown Scoop, a newsletter that features relevant stories, events, and businesses exclusive to the Annapolis area — delivered straight to subscribers, five days per week! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Ryan shares his entire journey from his first 100 subscribers to how the Naptown Sc...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 145
In this exciting episode of Millionaire University, the hosts welcome back Jon Ostenson, a renowned non-food franchising expert, for a deep dive into the untapped goldmine of franchise opportunities beyond the food industry. Together, they explore a variety of unique and often overlooked niches such as health and wellness, kids and youth programs, senior care, pet services, and home and property services. Jon unveils how these diverse franchise models can be incredibly lucrative and attractive, ...
Jul 19, 2024•44 min•Ep. 144
From murder mystery quilting to succulent care, nothing is considered "too niche" when it comes to creating a profitable membership business! Brien Gearin hosts entrepreneur Vincent Pugliese for a second discussion as he shares various success stories of existing memberships that range from totally off-the-wall to a bit more mainstream. Want to learn why these membership models work? What types of content will keep your audience engaged? How to nurture real relationships with your raving fans? T...
Jul 17, 2024•55 min•Ep. 143
In this episode, Deven Rodriguez shares valuable insights on how to land guest spots on top-rated podcasts. Deven discusses his background in podcasting, how he turned personal adversity into a successful career, and the importance of authentic storytelling. He provides a detailed framework for crafting effective pitches, highlights the significance of connecting with podcast hosts, and offers practical tips for standing out. Additionally, Deven reveals the process of creating a story bank and e...
Jul 15, 2024•51 min•Ep. 142
Have you ever played the game Cover Your Assets? We have and we love it! So we were super excited to interview Grandpa Beck of Grandpa Beck's Games, sharing his journey from airline pilot to successful game creator. Grandpa Beck reveals the evolution of his business, including the initial inspiration, challenges encountered, the importance of artwork, and the strategies used to scale and build his brand. Listen to how Grandpa Beck's family-focused games have created meaningful connections and la...
Jul 12, 2024•51 min•Ep. 137
Sales and marketing. This is where the rubber meets the road baby. This is EVERYTHING and is what will separate those who are successful...from everyone else. In this episode, we discuss the 4 things to consider when coming up with your marketing and sales strategy. It only takes one sales process to bring YOUR product or service to the world. (Original Air Date - 2/18/23) What we discuss with Justin and Tara: + The Importance of Sales and Marketing + The Four P's of Marketing and Sales + Unders...
Jul 10, 2024•19 min•Ep. 140
In this episode of the Millionaire University Podcast, Brien Gearin interviews Corey Ganim, an Amazon wholesale expert who shares his journey to creating a seven-figure business by reselling products on Amazon. They dive deep into the intricacies of wholesale on Amazon, touching upon product selection, sourcing strategies, logistics, and the importance of strong supplier relationships. Corey also discusses the operational aspects of his lean team and key lessons in managing a capital-intensive b...
Jul 08, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 139
Join Kirsten as she interviews Corinne, the founder of the successful blog Mint Arrow, on the Millionaire University podcast. In this episode, Corinne shares her journey from starting her blog during her struggle with postpartum depression to transforming it into a full-time income source. They delve into the evolution of blogging, the importance of SEO, and strategies for monetizing a blog through affiliate links and paid partnerships. Corinne also emphasizes the significance of consistency, se...
Jul 05, 2024•54 min•Ep. 138
In this episode, Kirsten interviews Jim Fortin, a renowned expert in subconscious reprogramming, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), and brain science. Jim shares his journey from being broke out of college to becoming a transformative coach who has worked with world leaders, billionaires, and Olympic athletes. The conversation dives deep into the importance of shifting one's identity at a subconscious level to achieve lasting success. Jim emphasizes that the key to success is not grinding it ou...
Jul 03, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 137
This podcast episode features Brian Gearin interviewing Vincent Pugliese of Membership Freedom. Vincent shares his journey from being a sports photographer to founding a membership model business. He discusses his transition from doing freelance photography to starting a successful wedding photography business. However, dissatisfaction and boredom led him to find fulfillment in coaching and mentoring others through memberships. The episode delves into the benefits of membership models, including...
Jul 01, 2024•57 min•Ep. 136
For this session of the Millionaire University podcast, Justin and Tara discuss their three key principles for running a successful and fulfilling business: helping people, making money, and having fun. They share insights on the importance of aligning business decisions with these goals to maintain balance and avoid burnout. Through personal anecdotes, they emphasize understanding individual strengths, setting realistic goals, and continuously learning. Justin and Tara also reflect on their jou...
Jun 28, 2024•54 min•Ep. 135
