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Travis Makes Money

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You can't save your way to your dream life anymore. The truth is, you’re gonna need to learn to make more money. The Travis Makes Money Podcast is not your typical personal finance show. Rather than shaming you for buying a Starbucks coffee or pressuring you to become a billionaire, we focus on empowering you to make more money so you can enjoy life today while preparing for your future. You don’t have to cut back so much that you miss out on the present, and you don’t need to become the next Jeff Bezos either. Hosted by veteran podcaster Travis Chappell, each daily episode features interviews with regular people just like you – yes, you – who have learned how to make more money in unique and unconventional ways. From turning side hustles into an extra six figures to building massive business empires, these conversations dive into the mindset shifts, hard-earned lessons, and simple strategies that helped these individuals succeed. With over 1,000 podcast episodes under his belt, Travis has developed a unique ability to pull out inspiring stories and practical advice you can apply to your own financial journey that you just won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re looking for strategies on side hustles, skill building, investing, building generational wealth, or just motivation to take your next steps, this podcast is your resource. Tune in daily for insights, actionable tips, and inspiration from some of the most successful and interesting money-makers on the planet.
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Episodes

763: Tara Electra | Going Against the Traditional Route of Brand Marketing

763: Tara Electra | Going Against the Traditional Route of Brand Marketing Today we are joined by Tara Electra Owner and Co-Founder of Unruly Agency which represents over 100 models and Influencers with a combined reach of 500 million consumers worldwide. In today’s episode, Tara shares how she begins at a very young age attracted to the world of celebrities and dreams of living that life. She also shares how he landed to become part of the entertainment industry by meeting an agent that teaches...

Jun 06, 202234 min

762: Austin Josie | Marketing Your Brand in Different Platforms

Today we are joined by Austin Josie the Founder and CEO of EVIG marketing , Austin started as an efficient detailed accountant and has transitioned to the world of marketing. In this episode, Austin shares how to become an effective marketer, sharing his idea, involvements targeting different spaces to help other businesses and building his network. He also talks about Rize Academy, an online learning platform that he co-founded with Josh Brue, Sebastien Saville, and Jayden Whitehead, with a mis...

Jun 02, 202242 minEp. 762

761: Stephen Nagy | Changing The Way We Do Money and Keeping it in Motion

In today’s episode we have Stephen Nagy, Stephen left his career as a Personal Financial Advisor to pursue his dream of being an entrepreneur and Real Estate Investor. 14 years later, he has never looked back. Stephen has spoken on hundreds of stages across the United States and worked with thousands of students over that time. Living in South Florida with his wife and son, Stephen not only talks the talk but walks the walk every single day, growing his Real Estate businesses and practicing fina...

May 30, 202244 minEp. 761

760: April White | Discussions on Public Relations and The Shifting Landscape of Journalism

Today we are joined by April White. A seasoned communication specialist, an official TEDx speaker, a writer with both B2B and B2c experience, and the President and Founder of Trust Relations. April graduated April received her B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communications from Iowa State University and continued studying integrated communications at Columbia University’s master’s program in Strategic Communications in New York City. with the goal of becoming a watchdog of society, as the world chan...

May 26, 202247 minEp. 760

759: Randy Molland | Relentless Pursuit of Wanting To Become a True Entrepreneur

Going through a life-changing experience Randy Molland, co-founder of REInvestors shares his experience on how he developed himself and found purpose in helping others while growing his business. Randy started working as an Electrical apprentice at the age of 16. By 22 he qualified to become a Red Seal Journeyman, running crews and multiple job sites, losing his best friend and mentor made him realize that life was short to keep working Mondays to Fridays, with that Randy invested himself in edu...

May 23, 202236 minEp. 759

758: Chans Weber | How to Market a Business in an Evolving Digital World

Marketing a business is not simple, it takes extensive time to see good results. As the world drastically changes, it is important that a business owner has the fundamentals of how the landscape of digital marketing works. Today, we are joined by Chans B. Weber, the Founder, and CEO of Agile & Co. Chans, and his company has helped various business gain traction by giving them a constant evaluation of their business’ “digital status” and adaptation to change, Maximum ROI for all inbound servi...

May 19, 202247 minEp. 758

757: Dana Cornell | How To Work Hard And Build Trust

Working hard and not working too hard is a theme that runs throughout this conversation. Travis and Dana discuss how to find your passions and how to focus on what is important to you in order to achieve success. They also share tips for improving your productivity and managing your time. Finally, they offer advice for connecting with others and building relationships that will help you achieve your goals. Dana Cornell is a former Executive Director at Morgan Stanley, and Forbes recognized finan...

May 16, 202239 min

756: Chris Van Vliet From Small Town Reporter to Interviewing the Rock

Consistency has been a very important aspect of developing one’s self, learning the curves along the way, and finding your niche in becoming a better version of yourself. Today we are joined by Chris Van Vliet, as he talks about his journey from being a small-town reporter to interviewing well-known celebrities and creating 300k Subscribers and followers on different social media platforms. Chris is a 4-time Emmy award-winning TV Host, Entertainment Reporter, and YouTuber based in Los Angeles, C...

May 12, 202248 min

755: Bryan Clayton | Build Out A Great Team Around You

Do you really know how to find people that are a good fit for your business and that can help you level up fast? Now, as the industry is changing and becoming more regulated, it's important for businesses to stay ahead of the curve and offer our customers and members the best possible experience. In today’s episode, we're talking with Brian Clayton, the CEO, and co-founder of GreenPal an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. GreenPal has been called the ...

May 09, 202236 min

754: Sean Phalon | Relationship Building

Are you afraid of starting up your own business because you believe you’re too young? Our today’s guest started in the finance world at the age of 19 and, since then, he has built up a diverse and strong background in the industry. This includes experience in structuring business growth, private equity financing, and mortgage lending. Let’s welcome Sean Phalon, a Mortgage Expert, Real Estate Investor, and Startup Entrepreneur. He shares his experience getting into the real estate industry and ho...

May 05, 202242 min

753: J.S. Nelson | Business Ethics: What Everyone Needs to Know

Every business owner or entrepreneur needs to understand the impact that ethical behavior has on their brand and their ability to attract and retain customers. In today’s episode, J.S. Nelson, a Visiting Associate Prof. at Harvard Business School and the author of Business Ethics: What Everyone Needs to Know , talks about what entrepreneurs should know about ethics, and how our innate moral intuitions can be powerful tools for making ethical decisions. She explains why we need to do a better job...

May 02, 202248 min

752: Stephen Petasky | Having The Tribe of People Around You to Lift You Up

Anyone can start their own business if they are willing to put in the work and have a really positive attitude towards entrepreneurship. In this episode, we have a great conversation with Stephen Petasky, the CEO and Founder of The Luxus Group with offices in Canada, the US, and Italy. He shares his journey in helping others find their "why" and discover how luxury vacation real estate can enrich their lives. He also discloses how he and his family came up with the idea of starting their own bus...

Apr 28, 202240 min

751: Simon Severino | The Strategy Sprints™ Method

Have you ever wondered how you can scale your business without sacrificing your personal life? Today on the show, we're going to be talking with Simon Severino, a very generous and open-minded person. He is the CEO of Strategy Sprints, a platform that helps entrepreneurs solve their wicked problems and focus on what will always be valuable. Simon has dedicated his life to helping entrepreneurs and loves sharing his knowledge with others. He created the Strategy Sprints™ Method that doubles reven...

Apr 25, 202229 min

750: Ed Mylett | The Power of One More

If you want something bad enough, you will find a way to get it. You don't have to be the best at everything. What you do need is a laser focus on what it is that you want and then go after it with everything that you've got. In this episode, Ed Mylett, a bestselling author and leadership expert who has inspired millions of people around the world to achieve their goals, shares how to build confidence without arrogance or delusion and recommends practicing humility and being constantly curious a...

Apr 21, 202246 min

749: Josh Peck | Happy People Are Annoying

We know that facing and accepting our past can be hard sometimes, however, we can learn the best life lessons from those difficult situations. This is what Josh Peck reflects in his book “Happy People Are Annoying”, the culmination of years of learning, growing, and finding bright spots in the scary parts of life. Josh is an actor, writer, Youtuber, television superstar, and one of the most recognizable faces of a generation. He rose to prominence when he starred for four seasons as the comedic ...

Apr 18, 202249 min

748: Elliott Bisnow | Make No Small Plans

Entrepreneurship can feel a bit like being on your own island, but Elliott Bisnow is connecting like-minded people to make big things from small groups. Elliot is the Co-Founder of Summit Group, whose family of organizations includes Powder Mountain, Summit Series, Summit Junto, and Summit Impact. Elliot is a startup investor, having made almost 50 early-stage investments. At 20 years old, Bisnow started Bisnow Media out of his college dorm room. Over the next decade, he grew the business into t...

Apr 14, 202241 min

747: Jason Drees | Aligning Yourself with Success to Do the Impossible

Do you believe that hard work creates success? Jason Drees, an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and performance coach, has discovered that our mindset on success may need to change. With over 10,000 hours of coaching sessions delivered in his career, Jason has an uncanny ability to rewire the mindsets of those he works with to achieve unprecedented results. His ever-expanding understanding of the power of mindset continues to push his clients to unlock their full potential and experience extraordi...

Apr 11, 202224 min

746: Riggs Eckelberry | Water on Demand: Decentralizing Water to Save the World

What if I told you investing in water could be as lucrative as investing in oil while solving the world’s water crisis? Riggs Eckelberry is the CEO and founder of the innovative water technology company, OriginClear. He is a disruptor of the Big Water industry, which has fallen behind the times and is affecting the health of millions. Riggs achieves this by commissioning the decentralized investment community. In this episode, we dive into his innovations and entrepreneurial spirit to help solve...

Apr 07, 202247 min

745: Max Lugavere | Going from a Genius Kitchen, to Genius Health, to Living a Genius Life

Entrepreneurs need to stay on top of their game by mentally, spiritually, and physically upgrading their health. Max Lugavere is just the person to make it happen. He is a health and science journalist and the author of the New York Times best-seller Genius Foods, published in 8 languages around the globe. Max is also the host of the #1 iTunes health podcast, The Genius Life. Lugavere appears regularly on the Dr. Oz Show, the Rachael Ray Show, and The Doctors. He has contributed to Medscape, Vic...

Apr 04, 202248 min

744: Jay Jay | The Ace of Spades of Personal Branding

You deserve to have your story told, and the world deserves the value you have to give, but too many people have all the skills but none of the marketing; that’s where Jay Jay comes in. Jay is from Australia and lives in Miami where he started his career as a content creator, influencer, and live magician. Growing his own social media following to over a million, Jay decided to help others and found the Ace of Spades Agency, a PR and social media agency that helps high-level businesses and perso...

Mar 31, 202220 min

743: Jonathon Kendall | Monetize Your Skills by Adding World-Class Value

Jonathon Kendall realized early on that all the skills in the world mean nothing if they’re not providing value to people. Today, Jonathon is a copywriting, funnel building, course creation, and capital raising, specialist. His crowdfunding systems have recently raised over $110,000,000 for startups & iconic brands like RadioShack and Pier1 Imports. His outsourcing company, Virtual Worker Now manages 300+ employees for North American entrepreneurs. Dive in if you want to find out how to mone...

Mar 28, 202245 min

742: David Novak | Take Charge of You

Do you want the best results for your brand or business? Of course you do, and David Novak is about to reveal how to get it right every time. David is the Founder and CEO of David Novak Leadership, the parent organization to five nonprofits dedicated to developing leaders. On top of being a critically-acclaimed, best-selling author, he is also the host of the top-ranked business podcast, How Leaders Lead. In this episode, we hear from his renowned expertise on how he’s led several organizations ...

Mar 24, 202235 min

741: Chris Zissis | Building a 7 Figure YouTube Channel without Showing Your Face

While we believe in the power of podcasting, it’s no secret that YouTube can be a secret weapon for entrepreneurs and content creators! Chris Zissis has produced billions of views and millions of dollars from YouTube without showing his face. He builds 7-figure passive income YouTube channels for entrepreneurs without needing their time. In this episode, Chris breaks down how you can get on this train by breaking down some of the best practices from his proof of work. Jump right in and start bui...

Mar 21, 202242 min

740: Ungenita Prevost | From Foster Child to Building a Billion Dollar Rolodex

By now, hopefully, we know that relationships are the number one way to build yourself up, but too few understand the strategy that leads to long-term opportunities. That’s where Ungenita Prevost comes in. Ungenita is a former Hollywood body double, and music video dancer turned Award Winning Feminine Leadership Expert. She is living proof that circumstances don’t define your outcomes. Even having been put into foster care as a child, she is now the first woman to lead a Global Feminine Leadersh...

Mar 17, 202242 min

739: Dan Kuschell | Find Your Blind Spots - Define Your Freedom

There is something that is killing businesses left and right, and in the episode, you’re we’re going to define it and apply a better model with Dan Kuschell. Dan is a serial entrepreneur and angel investor. He helps founders and CEOs connect the dots, see blind spots, and get unstuck. With over 25 years of business experience, he's started 11+ companies, coached over 5,000 founders and CEOs into success. He’s become the ‘Secret Weapon’ for clients like Joe Polish, the founder of ESPN, Janet Attw...

Mar 14, 202247 min

738: Jared Yellin | Build, Scale, and Sell 10,000 Tech Companies in 10 Years

It’s time to accelerate your tech ideas with Jared Yellin, the Co-Founder of 10X Incubator, alongside Grant Cardone. Jared is, what you’d call, a “non-technical tech founder” who found a way to scale his original company from ZERO dollars invested to over 40,000 paying users from around the world. This “moonshot” has been heard far and wide, and some of the most influential people in the tech industry are eager to get in on the action. In the episode, Jared reveals how he leveraged relationships...

Mar 10, 202230 min

737: Nick Santonastasso | Emotional Fitness: How to Go from Victim to Victor

It’s our responsibility to go from life happening to us to life happening because of us. Get ready for a massive mindset shift with Nick Santonastasso! Nick is constantly defying the odds. Despite being born with no legs and one arm, he is a bestselling author, world-renowned keynote speaker, and a professional bodybuilder. He attributes his success to finding a strong “why” and inspiring others through his story. Nick also coaches professionals and sports teams as well as Fortune 500 companies....

Mar 07, 202231 min

736: Amy Mahjoory | How to Use Networking to Raise Money and Quit Your Job

Tired of trading your time for dollars? Tired of feeling like your business is limited only by the amount of capital you have access to? Amy was once in your shoes. Amy Mahjoory left corporate America after 14 years to pursue real estate investing full time. And it was her ability to raise unlimited private money that unlocked her ultimate success! In this episode, Amy will take us through raising private money by building and maintaining relationships and help build the confidence we need to le...

Mar 03, 202228 min

735: Michael Schill | Grant Cardone Mentee on Putting Foundation Before Flair

Before you go out and rewrite the game in any area, you need to understand “The Playbook” inside and out! Michael Schill, mentored by Grant Cardone, is a 21st-century entrepreneur who has managed to marry skill sets in business, music, fashion, and professional sports into a one-stop tour de force brand name. In this episode, he discusses the importance of having a strong foundation before doing your own thing, and the importance of setting goals and targets. He also shares his tips for consumin...

Feb 28, 202223 min

734: Anne-Marie O'Neill | There is History Still to Be Made in the Digital Space

It’s not too late, there are still massive opportunities to innovate in the digital market! Anne-Marie O’Neill believes we are still in an era of unforeseen saturation in digital marketing. Anne-Marie is the Chief Executive Officer of Whalerock, an LA-based media company that produces content for TV and digital and advises other brands on media strategy, creative development, and production. She has helped create and operate media brands in partnership with the world’s most impactful companies, ...

Feb 24, 202222 min
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