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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

Make Money with VSLs | Emily Onimus

Emily Onimus, widely known as the "VSL Queen," is the founder of a multi-seven-figure ad creative agency specializing in video sales letters (VSLs) and high-converting video ads. Her team of elite female creators has helped businesses generate over $100 million in revenue by turning cold traffic into paying customers. Emily's innovative approach to leveraging female talent in ad creation has disrupted traditional marketing strategies, making her a standout entrepreneur in the creative agency spa...

Mar 11, 202528 min

Make Money with Martial Art Studios | Aaron Hensley

Aaron Hensley is a martial arts entrepreneur with an incredible story of scaling 24 martial arts studios across six states and selling them in 2022. With decades of experience in martial arts, including earning his black belt under Chuck Norris and becoming the youngest master in Chuck Norris's organization, Aaron turned his passion into a thriving business. Now relaunching into the martial arts world, Aaron shares his journey of perseverance, reinvention, and lessons learned from building and e...

Mar 10, 202541 min

Make Money as an Architect | Lance Cayko

Lance Cayko is a unique design professional, combining over 20 years of hands-on construction experience with impressive academic credentials. He holds an A.A.S. degree in Building Construction Technology from NDSCS, a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Design from NDSU, and a Master's Degree in Architecture from NDSU, where he won the prestigious Peter F. McKenzie Memorial Endowment Award for his thesis. Lance's experience as a carpenter and independent contractor across North Dakota, Montana, ...

Mar 09, 202530 min

Make Money With Social Media Strategy | Lauren Davis

Lauren Davis is a speaker, trainer and small business enthusiast who is the founder of Lauren Davis Creative, a marketing and branding consultancy that helps speakers and entrepreneurs establish their memorable personal brands resulting in feel-great engagement and life-long clients. The skill Lauren acquired while building a brick-and-mortar record store for 15 years taught her how to see through “one-hit-wonder” marketing tactics and instead build an online personal brand that drives legendary...

Mar 08, 202531 min

Make Money Through Value-Add Real Estate | Steve Arneson

Steve Arneson is a real estate entrepreneur and investor, and the founder of Synergy Mastermind, a high-level community that helps investors and entrepreneurs scale their businesses while building meaningful relationships. He specializes in real estate investment and has helped generate millions for his investors through strategic property acquisitions on the West Coast. On this episode, we talk about: – Steve's journey from international business development to real estate. – The importance of ...

Mar 07, 202538 min

Make Money by Publishing a Book | Corey Gladwell

Corey Gladwell is a four-time bestselling author, speaker, executive coach, and the CEO and co-founder of authors.io, a book publishing company for busy professionals. With over a decade of experience in digital marketing and publishing, Corey has created and scaled multiple seven-figure agencies. He brings a wealth of knowledge on how to leverage books for personal branding, business growth, and increased revenue. On this episode we talk about: – How to make money with books – Building a person...

Mar 06, 202543 min

Make Money By Saving on Taxes With a Trust | Sally Gimon

Sally Gimon is a tax-saving expert who discovered the power of beneficial spendthrift trusts after facing a hefty tax bill on her real estate investments. She now helps business owners and investors understand how they can legally minimize their taxes and build generational wealth using strategies often employed by the ultra-rich. On this episode we talk about: - How Sally Gimon transitioned from real estate wholesaling to specializing in tax-saving strategies. - The history and legality of bene...

Mar 05, 202523 min

Make Money with Pressure Washing | Robert Eisenstadt

Connect with Robert: https://linktr.ee/roberteisenstadt About Property Pros: "Since our establishment in 2015, All of our services are performed by the family owned company. We have pride in our work along with a simple philosophy instilled by our parents & grandparents, “Treat people how you wish to be treated”. With that being said, we would like introduce Our Mission Statement to you: To grow our business one client at a time by building long standing relationships that will make you prou...

Mar 04, 202540 min

Make Money Through Real Estate Mastery | John Marrone

John Marrone went from homelessness and jail to owning multiple companies and speaking on stages across the country. He's also trained over 20,000 real estate agents. In this episode, John shares his journey, how he generates multiple income streams, and actionable advice for listeners looking to increase their earnings. On this episode we talk about: * Generating multiple revenue streams through speaking, real estate, and investments. * The importance of recurring revenue streams. * How sales s...

Mar 03, 202536 min

Make Money by Prioritizing Customer Experience | Zoe Kahn

Zoe Kahn accidentally built a seven-figure agency while working a part-time job. She shares her journey, emphasizing how focusing on customer experience and solving problems led to her success. Zoe highlights the importance of helping others and providing value. She also discusses the surprising ways opportunities can arise when you prioritize service. On this episode we talk about: – Zoe's early financial struggles and how she overcame them, including donating plasma to pay bills. – Her time at...

Mar 02, 202532 min

Make Money Podcasting About Congress | Jennifer Briney

Jen Briney is the host of the Congressional Dish podcast, which delves into the actions of the U.S. Congress. What sets Jen apart is her dedication to providing unbiased, thoroughly researched information on government proceedings, avoiding the sensationalism and political commentary often found in similar shows. Her commitment to the "value for value" model, where listeners directly support her work, has allowed her to maintain editorial independence and build a dedicated audience, generating o...

Mar 01, 202549 min

Make Money with Non-Food Franchises | Jon Ostenson

Find out more at https://franbridgeconsulting.com/ FranBridge is led by its Founder, Jon Ostenson, a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of outlets and publications. Jon is a multi-brand franchisee himself, and along with his business partners, he has great operators leading these ventures. As a result, he is able to commit over 90% of his time to helping others achieve their own dreams of freedom and wealth generation through business ...

Feb 28, 202542 min

Make Money with the Right Mindset | Dr. Steven Storage

Dr. Storage was raised in Southern California and is a proud father of two boys. He is a diplomat of the Medical Board of California for Physicians and Surgeons and a diplomat in both Child/Adolescent as well as Adult Psychiatry for the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He graduated from the University of California Berkeley magna cum laude with a degree in molecular and cell biology and earned his medical degree from the University of California Los Angeles School of Medicine where he...

Feb 27, 202533 min

Make Money as an Entertainment Journalist | Madison Brodsky

Madison Brodsky is an entertainment journalist with over 20,000 devoted followers across her social media platforms. The inspiring red carpet correspondent is a force both on-camera and off, but her stunning success wasn’t necessarily an easy path. The small town girl started her career without a single “in” into the industry, but her love affair with the glamor of Hollywood motivated her to achieve her one in a million dream. Ever since Madison was a little girl, she always loved entertainment ...

Feb 26, 202534 min

Make Money as a Graphic Designer and Emmy Award-Winning Director | Chris Do

Chris Do is an award-winning designer, entrepreneur, and educator with over two decades of experience in the creative industry. As the founder of Blind, a renowned brand strategy and motion design firm, he has led projects that have collectively generated over $80 million in gross billings. Expanding his expertise beyond design, Chris also launched The Futur , a seven-figure educational platform dedicated to helping creative professionals build profitable businesses. With a passion for teaching ...

Feb 25, 202533 min

Make Millions Through Online Coaching | Tanner Chidester

Founder & CEO of Elite CEOs, Tanner Chidester has generated over eight figures in the online coaching world. After discovering powerful, repeatable strategies, (which he used to create his first million from a B2C model), Tanner's success went on to disrupt the fitness coaching industry forever. Upon request, Tanner began business coaching others on these same strategies, and paving the way for simplicity in a traditionally complex online arena. Since then the sky has been the limit, especia...

Feb 24, 202558 min

Make Money with AI | Eric Archer

Eric Archer specializes in blending AI with digital media to push the boundaries of storytelling and content creation. His efforts to incorporate cutting-edge technology into traditional media aim to set new standards in the industry, making complex AI applications accessible and impactful. His work not only advances digital media but also inspires innovation at the crossroads of technology and creativity. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappe...

Feb 23, 202523 min

Make Money Through FacebookAds | Kevin Joseph

With over a decade of experience as a Digital Marketing Director, Kevin Joseph has orchestrated multimillion-dollar growth through strategic paid marketing campaigns and astute brand positioning. His proficiency in conversion rate optimization and marketing automation has consistently reduced customer acquisition costs, driving substantial business growth. Kevin has a proven track record of managing monthly budgets exceeding $1 million and leading multi-channel paid media strategies across platf...

Feb 22, 202550 min

Make Money After Overcoming Addiction | Samantha Harte

Samantha Harte has had her share of heartbreak. Now fourteen years sober, she has suffered through her mother’s mental illness; betrayal by partners; the loss of her sister, friends, and father; multiple miscarriages; and her addiction to drugs and alcohol. Desperate for a path through the pain, she was forced to confront the hardwiring toward perfectionism that kept her sick and embrace the rewiring required to truly recover and heal. Through her medical practice, Samantha came to realize that,...

Feb 21, 202550 min

Make Money Through “Anti-Time Management | Richie Norton

RICHIE NORTON is an award-winning author and serial entrepreneur. An executive coach to CEOs, he is featured in Forbes, Bloomberg Businessweek, Inc., Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Business Insider, Huffington Post and more. Pacific Business News recognized Richie as one of the Top Forty Under 40 “best and brightest young businessmen” in Hawaii. Richie is one of the world’s leading thinkers and Top 100 coaches as honored by MG100. He is the CEO and Cofounder of PROUDUCT—an INC. 5000 company—a globa...

Feb 20, 202539 min

Make Money by Finding Opportunities to Lead | Trevor Crowley

Trevor Cowley is a 38-year-old serial entrepreneur, investor, writer, and podcaster. He’s a co-owner in 5 businesses that collectively produce over eight figures. He co-hosts a top 100 business podcast on iTunes called Real Business Owners. Trevor is committed to helping entrepreneurs succeed. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsors: * Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

Feb 19, 202542 min

Make Money with Effective Content Strategies | Luis D. Camejo

Luis D. Camejo is a Venezuelan-born entrepreneur, content creator, and co-host of the "Content Is Profit" podcast. He co-founded BIZBROS alongside his brother, Fonzi, focusing on content creation strategies that drive business opportunities and revenue. Through their venture, they have assisted numerous companies in developing effective content strategies, publishing platforms, podcasts, micro-content, and relationship-building systems Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchi...

Feb 18, 202540 min

Make $48 Million with Weighted Blankets?? | Aaron Spivak

Aaron is a 29-year-old Canadian serial entrepreneur who co-founded Revitasize at 18 years old—an organic cold-pressed juice kitchen serving high-quality juices, smoothies, acai bowls, and a variety of vegan options. Within four years, Revitasize expanded to over eight locations across Toronto. He recently launched @thefoundersclub, a community for high-growth founders seeking virtual, in-person, and local connections with like-minded CEOs, founders, and executives in the CPG, e-commerce, and ret...

Feb 17, 202550 min

Make Money in a Difficult Real Estate Market | Shae Spitz

Meet Shae - a real estate agent who is passionate about helping others find their dream home and live a life of abundance and prosperity. With years of experience in the industry, Shae knows the ins and outs of the real estate market and is dedicated to providing exceptional service to all of her clients. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor, Shae will work tirelessly to ensure that your real estate goals are met. With a focus on delivering value and helping others achiev...

Feb 16, 202529 min

Make Money with a Hard Asset Empire | Ben Reinberg

Ben Reinberg is a testament to the power of vision, grit, and an unwavering commitment to goals. With a humble beginning and a relentless drive, Reinberg navigated the complexities of the commercial real estate world to build a Multi-Billion-Dollar empire from the ground up. Ben is known by his peers as a visionary and a futurist. He has always been a step ahead and boldly sets investment trends. He never apologizes for being first to market and has been building his fierce reputation as a marke...

Feb 15, 202535 min

Make Money with AI Appointment Setting | Matt Deseno

Matt Deseno is the founder of multiple award winning marketing businesses ranging from a attraction marketing to AI appointment setting to customer user experience. When he’s not working on the businesses he teaches marketing at Pepperdine University and he also teaches other marketing agency owners how they created a software company to triple the profitability for the agency. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsor...

Feb 14, 202537 min

Make Money Building a Startup While Living in a Tent | Parker Olson

Parker Olson is the founder and CEO of Forij, a company dedicated to harnessing the power of functional mushrooms for health and wellness. With a background in management consulting, Parker developed expertise in project management and organization, but soon realized that the lack of autonomy in his role left him searching for a more fulfilling path. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to launch his own ventures, drawing from a lifelong curiosity about human optimization, neuroscience, and nutrit...

Feb 13, 202538 min

Make Money and KEEP IT | Tax Strategist Pam Jordan

Pam Jordan is a no-nonsense financial expert and speaker who specializes in analyzing and streamlining the financial backend of fast-growing companies. With a hands-on approach, she helps business owners navigate the unpredictable roller coaster of cash flow, transforming financial chaos into strategic, sustainable growth. After experiencing firsthand the highs and lows of business finance, Pam made it her mission to master the mechanics of profitability. Now, she engineers custom financial stra...

Feb 12, 202537 min

Make Money By Solving Other's Problems | Joe Graham

Joe has nearly two decades of high-ticket sales experience and is the host of The Joseph Graham Show where he has spoken with many leaders in the sales and marketing world. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsors: * Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Feb 11, 202551 min

Make Money With Acai Bowls | Justin Sloan

Pacesetter and innovator are two words that perfectly describe Justin Sloan. Justin is a business-oriented and highly driven entrepreneur who is passionate about investment and asset management. Justin ventured into the world of business at the age of 20 when he took every penny in his bank account and started his first cell phone retail store with himself as the only employee. After months of working every day open to close, the business was able to hire the first employee and eventually grow i...

Feb 10, 202519 min
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