#374 From solo painter to full-scale CEO, Josh Douglas has scaled A Painter’s Touch into a thriving multi-service business with six crews and multiple DBAs under one brand. In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Josh shares how he transitioned from doing all the work himself to building teams of subcontractors, expanding into services like flooring, crown molding, and fence installation, and systematizing every aspect of the business. He dives into his hiring process, how he uses tools like J...
Apr 30, 2025•53 min•Ep. 374
#373 This episode, part two of a series on vital sales fundamentals for business owners, dives deep into essential sales skills and strategies. Hosted by Brian Gearin, featuring expert Sean O'Shaughnessy, they explore effective communication in sales, focusing on the importance of listening and asking open-ended questions to understand clients' problems fully. Building relationships and trust are emphasized as critical for convincing potential clients that a service or product can solve their pr...
Apr 29, 2025•49 min•Ep. 373
#372 In part two of our masterclass with Dave Menz, the Laundromat Millionaire, we shift from customer experience to the operational engine that drives a truly scalable business. Dave reveals how documented systems, strong SOPs, and empowered employees are the foundation of long-term success — not just in laundromats, but in any service-based business. From unclogging drains before they flood your store to building a business that thrives while you’re on vacation, this episode is packed with tac...
Apr 29, 2025•47 min•Ep. 372
#371 This episode of Millionaire University features the first installment of a four-part series centered on sales fundamentals that can help you grow your business exponentially. Sean O'Shaughnessy, owner of New Sales Expert and a leader in the Fractional Sales VP space, leads the discussion in part 1 where he will discuss establishing the foundation of a sales process. Sean will introduce this process and explain each stage from prospect to closing and build on that to help you identify your t...
Apr 28, 2025•47 min•Ep. 371
#370 What if you could build wealth by revitalizing one of the most overlooked industries in America? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Dave Menz, the Laundromat Millionaire, who turned a failing, run-down laundromat into a multimillion-dollar empire by focusing on one key principle: serve your community better than anyone else. Dave shares how modernized laundromats are transforming neighborhoods, why customer experience is the ultimate differentiator, and how even with...
Apr 28, 2025•49 min•Ep. 370
#369 In this episode of the Millionaire University podcast, host Brien Gearin interviews Jon Ostenson of FranBridge Consulting, discussing the wide array of non-food franchising opportunities available. Ostenson, who has a rich background in franchising both as a franchisor and a franchisee, sheds light on the appeal of non-food franchises, from home and property services to health and wellness, and how they offer a stable and lucrative avenue for entrepreneurs. The conversation covers the proce...
Apr 27, 2025•38 min•Ep. 369
#368 Have you ever wondered why some YouTube videos skyrocket while others flop? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel is joined by Jake Thomas, expert YouTube title strategist and founder of Creator Hooks, to break down the psychology behind clickworthy titles and why the right 10 words could literally change your business. He explains the three core emotions that drive clicks — curiosity, fear, and desire — and how to harness them without falling into the trap of clickbait. Jake also walks us t...
Apr 27, 2025•53 min•Ep. 368
#367 Andy Janitis, founder of PPC Pitbulls, emphasizes the importance of focusing on cost-per-lead and return on ad spend (ROAS) over ranking positions in search engines. They discuss common mistakes, effective strategies, and the significance of understanding one's audience and tracking conversions for sustained growth. (Original Air Date - 3/25/24) What we discuss with Andy: + The Journey of PPC Pitbulls: From Start-Up to Niche Mastery + Unlocking the Secrets to Profitable Paid Ads + Laying th...
Apr 26, 2025•48 min•Ep. 367
#366 What if better sleep could change your life — and build a booming business? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Alex Neist, former Arena League football quarterback and founder of Hostage Tape — the world’s largest mouth tape brand. Alex shares how poor sleep and snoring nearly derailed his health and marriage… until one life-changing discovery sparked a wildly successful e-commerce brand. He breaks down how he built Hostage Tape from scratch, why he waited to launch on Amazon...
Apr 26, 2025•57 min•Ep. 366
#365 In today's episode, Jon Margalit, owner of America's fastest-growing home cleaning business, talks with Brien Gearin about the viability and tactics of building a million-dollar business in the local service industry. John shares his journey from learning sales in the mortgage industry to failing in the tech startup scene, and finally striking gold by solving a common problem: cleaning homes. He emphasizes focusing on generating revenue by providing value in areas others neglect, like clean...
Apr 25, 2025•43 min•Ep. 365
#364 What if your next big real estate win didn’t involve tenants, renovations, or even seeing the property in person? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Seth Williams, founder of REtipster.com, who reveals how he built a thriving business flipping vacant land — often sight unseen. Seth shares the exact strategies he used to buy deeply discounted properties, sell them for a profit, and reinvest those gains into self-storage facilities and passive income streams. We also di...
Apr 25, 2025•56 min•Ep. 364
#363 In today's episode, Bear Newman of Bear Fox Marketing talks with Erik Fisher about the multi-pronged approach to SEO, which aligns business goals with pages that actually convert, and how critical tools like Google Analytics are for targeting and refining our SEO strategies. Bear emphasizes the importance of not just readable, well written content, but also the role of engaging multimedia elements like images, videos, and audio in boosting SEO. (Original Air Date - 3/20/24) What we with dis...
Apr 24, 2025•44 min•Ep. 363
#362 What if you could tap into an AI-powered business coach — one that’s available 24/7, never forgets a conversation, and helps you find, evaluate, and negotiate your next business acquisition? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, serial entrepreneur and podcast host Nik Hulewsky returns to the show to break down how he’s leveraging AI to find and buy businesses faster and smarter than ever before. Nik shares real-world examples of how AI is being used to save time, cut costs, and make bett...
Apr 24, 2025•48 min•Ep. 362
#361 In today's episode, Jenn Herman chats with Erik Fisher on the topic of Instagram for business. Jenn Herman is a social media consultant, speaker, and globally recognized Instagram expert. She is a sought-after and international speaker providing tips, resources, and training for organizations of all sizes that need to structure their social media strategies. She is the author of "Instagram for Dummies", "Instagram for Business for Dummies", "The Ultimate Guide to Social Media Marketing". (O...
Apr 23, 2025•55 min•Ep. 361
#360 What if your creative side hustle could fund your freedom and run itself while you explore the world? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Christina Umerez, a digital nomad who built a successful Etsy print-on-demand business that now supports her travel-filled lifestyle. Christina shares how she went from custom pet portraits to simple sweatshirt designs that generate passive income on autopilot. She walks us through her step-by-step research strategy, explains why Ets...
Apr 23, 2025•53 min•Ep. 360
#359 This episode is the fourth and final part of a series on buying, fixing, and flipping websites, encompassing strategies for wealth-building and generating long-term cash flow. (Original Air Date - 3/15/24) What we discuss with Matt: + Leveraging Content for Website Growth + Outsourcing Content Creation + Building a Team for Your Website + The Role of SEO and Link Building + Financing Options for Website Purchases + Building Multiple Websites: A Strategy for Success + Leveraging Joint Ventur...
Apr 22, 2025•38 min•Ep. 359
#358 If you think a busy restaurant automatically means a profitable one — think again! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Ryan Gromfin, aka The Restaurant Boss, who pulls back the curtain on the flawed traditional restaurant business model. From his early days as a 15-year-old working in a five-star kitchen to building and consulting for scalable restaurant empires, Ryan shares why systems — not just great food — are the real key to success. He explains how most restaura...
Apr 22, 2025•54 min•Ep. 358
#357 In part three of a four-part series, Justin Williams brings back digital entrepreneur Matt Radd to delve into the specifics of buying, fixing, flipping, or holding websites for wealth creation and long-term cash flow. (Original Air Date - 3/13/24) What we discuss with Matt: + The Importance of Testing and Adjusting in Business + Monetizing Websites: Starting Simple + The Power of Affiliate Marketing with Amazon + Expanding Affiliate Marketing Strategies + Success Stories and Tips for Affili...
Apr 21, 2025•36 min•Ep. 357
#356 What if you could launch a global education platform, inspire students across continents, and reinvent your career — all at once? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, we’re joined by Chad Fife, founder of Revy School, an online education platform that teaches marketing, sales, and client success through real-world simulations and mentorship. Chad shares his unconventional path from corporate VP to Airbnb host and business professor, how he built Revy School to empower young professionals...
Apr 21, 2025•42 min•Ep. 356
#355 In part two of a four-part series, Justin Williams and guest Matt Radd from eBusiness Institute delve into advanced tactics for buying, renovating, and either flipping or holding websites for profit. (Original Air Date - 3/11/24) What we discuss with Matt: + How to Buy Websites from Private Sellers + Success Story: Annette's Journey in Website Flipping + The Importance of Knowledge and Expertise in Website Flipping + Finding the Diamonds in the Rough: Unseen Website Deals + Understanding th...
Apr 20, 2025•31 min•Ep. 355
#354 What happens when a retired professional athlete dives headfirst into an industry he knows nothing about? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Lee Stuart shares how he went from professional motocross rider to the founder of Rogue Lab, one of the top screen printing and branding shops in Canada. With zero experience, Lee took his last $300 to start a clothing brand, and after facing repeated setbacks with outside vendors, he built a full commercial print shop in his basement — investing ...
Apr 20, 2025•54 min•Ep. 354
#353 Join us for part 1 of an exciting 4 part series on how to flip websites. Flipping websites offers a unique avenue for generating income. It can serve as a profitable side hustle or evolve into a full-time business, with the potential to yield a high return on investment. (Original Air Date - 3/8/24) What we discuss with Matt: + Matt Rad's Journey to Financial Freedom + The Power of Flipping Websites + The Potential of Websites as a Business for Young People + The Uniqueness and Profitabilit...
Apr 19, 2025•35 min•Ep. 353
#352 Think selling online courses is the key to success? Think again! It’s no longer enough to just package information and hope people stick around. In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, serial entrepreneur Ray Blakney breaks down how to turn decades of expertise into a thriving online education business. He shares why traditional course models are fading and how connection and accountability are the real keys to success in today’s AI-saturated world. You’ll learn his step-by-step framework...
Apr 19, 2025•56 min•Ep. 352
#351 This episode of Millionaire University features an introduction to the world of fractional C-Suite businesses with Corey Swann, a fractional Chief Marketing Officer business owner. The fractional C-Suite is a booming industry with new experts entering the field every day. But a good fCMO can't just be anybody off the street. There is a lot of expertise and strategizing that goes into being a true fCMO but there are many different pathways that can be followed to work towards opening an fCMO...
Apr 18, 2025•38 min•Ep. 351
#350 Ever thought a “boring” business could be your golden ticket to freedom and flexibility? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we chat with Kate Johnson, founder of Heritage Business Services, who built a thriving bookkeeping business during preschool pick-up hours. What started as a $0 side hustle turned into a profitable, scalable career — all by tapping into a skill most businesses desperately need but few entrepreneurs want to learn themselves. Kate breaks down the real path to gett...
Apr 18, 2025•50 min•Ep. 350
#349 What if the only thing standing between you and five-figure months is a better email strategy? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we're joined by John Ainsworth, an expert in helping course creators skyrocket their revenue through strategic sales funnels. John shares the simple, repeatable system he uses to help clients go from $3K months to $50K and beyond — without creating more content or changing their offers. We break down exactly how to grow your email list, what to send (and w...
Apr 18, 2025•52 min•Ep. 349
#348 This episode of Millionaire University features an interview with Jordan Godbey of Growth Community. Jordan builds online communities for some of the biggest names in online entrepreneurship on the platform Circle. Jordan will share his knowledge on what online communities are, how valuable and profitable they can be, and how to grow your community, even if it's from scratch! (Original Air Date - 3/4/24) What we discuss with Jordan: + What is an online community? + Who are online communitie...
Apr 17, 2025•45 min•Ep. 348
#347 Think flipping houses is the endgame? For some, it's just the beginning! In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Yoav Gilad, founder of Green Block Inc., to dive into his journey from flipping homes to becoming a full-time private lender. Yoav shares how a chance request for a small Airbnb loan opened the door to a thriving lending business, the lessons he’s learned from deals gone wrong, and what it takes to successfully transition into the world of real estate lending. Whether y...
Apr 17, 2025•36 min•Ep. 347
#346 This episode of Millionaire University features an interview with Mike Abramowitz of Better Than Rich. Mike focuses on helping busy Entrepreneurs win back hours upon hours of their time so they can live their best lives, run their business like a fine-tuned machine, and achieve the time freedom we all desire. Mike shares his Time Rich 6 Method which lays out the six ways business owners can start winning back their time and running a more efficient business while gaining more time to do mor...
Apr 17, 2025•54 min•Ep. 346
#345 What if you could turn $500 into $400,000 just by knowing a few real estate tricks almost no one else does? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Wayne Seminoff — an 82-year-old land-flipping legend and founder of Junk Land Into Gold. Wayne shares how he buys “junk” land for as little as $500 and transforms it into high-value properties worth hundreds of thousands (and sometimes even millions). He reveals the tricks of the trade he’s learned over 40 years, including legal fixes,...
Apr 16, 2025•51 min•Ep. 345
