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The UpFlip podcast is where you get to unravel how great businesses are built, how they are run behind the scenes, and how their success can be replicated. We feed on the idea that no matter what the circumstances are, the American Dream is still just around the corner. With over 150+ videos and 50 million views on YouTube, UpFlip has ignited the spark that rekindles the fire of entrepreneurship in its ever-growing 700K+ audience. Through this podcast, we aim at sharing practical nuggets of ...
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Isaac French thought he had it all. A stable job, a good income, and a fulfilling relationship at such a young age. But somehow he still felt something was missing. He felt that his creativity was limited by his employer. He spent his time building their vision, not his. This is the reason why Isaac decided to take on a challenge to build his own b…
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David Silberman has always been passionate about ping pong. Until he realized something. No matter where he goes, ping pong players typically only have two options for a place to play: either at overpriced bars or run-down dojos. This made David realize there is a huge opportunity in this niche market. What if he can provide an alternative for the …
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Josh York has always been passionate about fitness. One day, while working as a fitness trainer, he realized that there is one common pitfall that prevents most people from achieving their fitness goal - a lot of people are just too busy to find time to go to the gym. Then, it hits him. Why doesn’t he put gym equipment in a van and bring it to the …
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Corbin White once dreamed of becoming a millionaire by the time he is 30. But at 27, he was so far off-track from that dream. So, he decided to start creating content as a side hustle. His first TikTok video unexpectedly gained traction, motivating him to continue creating content. 3 Years later, his contents are generating $150,000/month in revenu…
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Ben Kelly thought landing his JP Morgan job would give him everything he wanted—until he realized his six-figure salary came at a cost. 6-day workweeks and a lot of wasted moments with his family. Not wanting to sacrifice more time with his loved ones, Ben began planning his exit. Then, he made a crucial discovery: His wealthiest clients built thei…
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Joshua Brown’s childhood is far from easy. Growing up without any father figure in a struggling Nashville neighborhood, rampant drug use and lack of economic opportunities were something that he witnessed every day. Before he knew it, he got looped into drug-dealing activities and got kicked out of high school, without any clear future in sight. Un…
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Description: Parker Olson started PodPitch - an AI-powered tool that simplifies outreach for podcast bookings - with no coding experience. Within a year, that company generates 6-figures in monthly reoccurring revenue. And the best part? Parker believes that you can do the same, as long as you can recognize this one thing . . . In this episode, Par…
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Description Jaspreet Singh grew up in an immigrant household where success only comes in two options: becoming a doctor or a lawyer. However, despite the heavy expectation from his parents, Jaspreet always has a business mindset. From throwing college parties as a side hustle to building a financial media empire (including a 2M+ subscriber YouTube …
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Description: John Bianchi, widely known as the "Airbnb Data Guy," has revolutionized short-term rentals with his data-driven approach to finding high-performing properties. By 2024, his company has helped investors acquire over 200 profitable real estate properties worth $90+ million—all with a 100% success rate! His proven system eliminates guessw…
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Launch your dream business with Bizee today at https://bizee.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=content_sponsorship&utm_campaign=upflip Brian Batch never set out to become a restaurant owner, but life had other plans. After growing up in a tough family situation that forced him to be independent from a young age, Brian learned to adapt, create, and…
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Carmelo Marsala joins the UpFlip Podcast to unpack how he transformed Spray-Net from an average home service company into a franchise powerhouse. With 4 industry-shaping patents, Carmelo managed to scale his company to over 120 territories across North America. Earning him coverage from several mainstream media such as Forbes, Dragons' Den, Entrepr…
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Introducing It’s All an Illusion from Things That Go Boom. Follow the show: Things That Go Boom Nearly everyone has played dress up at some point in their lives, whether putting on mom or dad’s clothes as kids, for Halloween, as their favorite Marvel character at ComicCon… or even, maybe, as a Civil War soldier. Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, where hist…
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Tyler Link started his concrete company as a side hustle, and in just a few years, he transformed it into a $4M/year business. In this episode of the UpFlip Podcast, Ryan sits down with Tyler to uncover the strategies and mindset that fueled his incredible journey. From his roots in digital marketing to partnering with his father-in-law in the conc…
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Phil Risher started his digital marketing company while living in his dad’s basement & $30,000 deep in student debt. Now, Phlash Consulting has grown into a thriving seven-figure company and earned Phil features in major publications such as Forbes, CNBC, and Business Insider for his debt-free business approach. In this interview, Phil shares his b…
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Veronica Shelton and Hannah Ryu, the co-founders of Oak Theory, shared their inspiring journey in entrepreneurship, building a multi-million dollar design studio that specializes in branding, web design, and UX/UI. As women of color in the tech industry, they turned their shared experiences into a mission to level the playing field for smaller busi…
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Luke Van Der Veer reveals how he built a lucrative empire renting websites to local service companies. After leaving his six-figure corporate job at 29, Luke discovered an innovative approach to generating passive income through website rentals and lead generation, eventually building a portfolio of over 200 revenue-producing websites. Luke shares …
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Joshua Tuggle-Miller shares his journey from the entertainment industry to establishing a successful vending machine business. He breaks down the key steps to getting started, scaling operations, and maintaining long-term profitability. Learn about location sourcing, customer acquisition strategies, and the critical financial aspects of the busines…
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Chris Koerner took $3,000 and turned it into $15 million across multiple businesses, including his retail arbitrage giant, Texas Snax. In this episode, he breaks down how he leveraged retail arbitrage, mastered logistics, and built strong supplier relationships to scale his e-commerce empire. From launching a business with minimal cash to negotiati…
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How do you build a $75,000 per month real estate business without having money of your own? In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Eric Moeller, founder of Freewyld, who proves that you don’t need money to get started in real estate. Eric shares how he leveraged other people’s money (OPM) and strategic borrowing to acquire propertie…
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Feeling stuck, like your business is running in circles? Frustrated with trading your time for money but not seeing the growth you deserve? It’s time for a mindset shift. Joining us is Robin Waite, bestselling author, speaker, and business coach, here to break down the mental barriers holding you back. Discover the game-changing strategies and acti…
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Cleaning homes can be a lucrative business, even if you never plan to do the work yourself. Our guest today never cleaned a client's home but he’s running a business generating $2 million annually. How is that possible? And what does it take to get started today? Ryan Knoll is an expert at local SEO, generating leads for his business without having…
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Andrew Thompson discovered the lucrative business of junk removal on Youtube and using the power of Google Ads has been able to generate over $1.1 million per year in revenue. In this episode Andrew shares how he’s been able to break through the 7-figure ceiling in this $10 billion industry. How he was able to go from side hustle to full time, and …
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David Moerman of Revive Services started with nothing but a used mini van, a pressure washer, and some basic window cleaning equipment. Today he’s a leader in the exterior cleaning industry, going from $0 to $80K in monthly revenue. David is here to share his insights on hiring the right people, maintaining growth during slow seasons, and the innov…
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What started as a modest side hustle for Erica Krupin evolved into a thriving business in an often-overlooked industry: professional pet waste removal. By transforming a basic service into a polished business model, she proved that sometimes the most profitable ventures lie in life's less glamorous necessities. Ready to discover how she turned this…
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Lee Stuart founded his company, Rogue Lab by turning a few hundred dollars into a thriving screen printing empire. He took his last $300 and turned it into a print shop doing $1 million per year. Stick with us as Lee breaks down how you can start a print shop with little cash, his top marketing secrets, and why staying original is the key to surviv…
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Pete Martin is a serial entrepreneur with a new book “Scale Up Faster.” Pete’s book is the culmination of over 2.5 years of researching, analyzing, and interviewing the top 1% of the fastest-growing bootstrapped companies to find out how they were able to consistently outshine their competition while achieving unprecedented growth. He’s here today …
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Today I have the extreme pleasure of sitting down with Cameron Herold, former COO of 1-800-GOT-JUNK? and the founder of an international coaching business — COO Alliance. Cameron is a bestselling author, a highly-awarded speaker, and he coaches hundreds of COOs all over the world. He’s referred to as the “CEO Whisperer” and started mastering busine…
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Joe Chura, founder of the non alcoholic beer powerhouse Go Brewing, is here to talk about creating million-dollar ecommerce businesses and how to compete online. Joe built three successful businesses that all saw tens of millions in revenue. With SEO, ecommerce, and market positioning, he’s been able to create companies that not only compete for cl…
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Dr. Tom DuFore is the CEO of Big Sky Franchise Team, who has helped brands like Jamba Juice and Massage Envy expand through franchising. With his extensive experience, Tom will share key insights on how franchising can unlock massive growth for your business. Franchising is the ultimate way to scale fast, empower other entrepreneurs, and grow your …
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Jason Parker, David Garfinkel, and Scott Zetlan are copywriting experts who have mastered AI to help their clients scale their businesses to new levels. In this episode they dive into the practical ways AI can streamline your business, from creating high-converting ad campaigns to crafting authentic brand copy that sounds just like you. Learn how A…
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Brandon Downer is the co-founder behind Pink’s Window Cleaning. He went from laid-off desk worker to running a million-dollar blue collar business, and he’s here to tell you how they did it—and how you can do it, too. Window cleaning might seem like a humble business, but Brandon is here to show you how he turned $153 and a bucket of supplies into …
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Ken McElroy pulls back the curtain on how he went from managing properties in college to becoming a top investor with a portfolio valuing $2 billion. He shares the secrets to overcoming fear, spotting the best deals, and building long-term wealth through real estate. Want to know how to create cash flow like a pro and navigate today’s tricky market…
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Mike Hoffmann is a vending machine entrepreneur generating over $75,000 a month in passive income. Mike breaks down how he transitioned from real estate to vending machines, shares key strategies for finding high-traffic locations, pricing products for profit, and scaling the business. He also covers why new machines are better than used, how to sy…
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Sanad and Denny Karasovic began their company, Super Clean Bros, when they found out that dirty solar panels are responsible for reducing overall production by 50%. They now offer cleaning services to homeowners with solar panels to help save money, maximize energy, and protect their warranties. They join Ryan to discuss how their niche business id…
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Adam Callninan transitioned from wanting to be a doctor into a serial entrepreneur and is the founder behind company’s Pentane and BottleKeeper. He’s found success by crowdfunding and Facebook ads, and he’s made an appearance on Shark Tank. He now takes a seat to discuss his pathway to profitability in his businesses and how to reach your target au…
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JC Chanowsky made the pivot from having a pressure washing business to starting a full-blown Christmas lights business. And it generated a whopping $1M in revenue in 2023. JC now sits down with Ryan to talk about how he made the switch and the important strategies he put in place to make his Christmas lights business, Patriot Illumination, a growin…
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Matt McWilliams launched his very first online affiliate marketing business at 22 years old and has since gone from $0 to six figures and managed major companies and people like Adidas, Shutterfly, Tony Robbins, and Shark Tank’s Kevin Harrington. He also runs his own podcast “The Affiliate Guy”, where he gives tips about the industry, and he’s a fo…
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John Casmon made the switch from a corporate marketing career to real estate investing in order to create passive income and have financial stability. And now he's invested over $120M worth of real estate and is the founder of Casmon Capital Group, a resource that helps busy professionals invest in real estate without the need for a second job. Joh…
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Jeremy Lessaris has started and sold 8 companies during his career as an entrepreneur. In his latest business venture, he co-founded Verifee, an AI tool used to detect misinformation in text. Now between every company he’s founded, Jeremy is bringing in several million per month. He sits down with Ryan to discuss his journey in the world of entrepr…
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JJ Peterson wanted to start his own business when he quickly realized how much money people waste on marketing that doesn’t work. Now with over 20 years of experience in marketing and communication roles and over 1MM books sold for his book Marketing Made Simple, he sits down with Ryan to inform companies how to avoid making the wrong marketing inv…
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Justin Williams proves that having a side hustle can bring in way more money than the average pocket change. And he demonstrates this by investing in real estate and making over $40K per month passive income. Justin shares what led him down the path to real estate investing and starting his very own company, Millionaire University. Justin discusses…
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Robert Palmer built his lawn care business with grit and integrity, and he went from 0 to 1,000 customers in just one year. By year four, he brought in $1M in revenue. And now he’s grown it to bring in well over $10M a year. Rob joins Ryan to discuss how a simple business concept can be scaled this high so quickly. Rob talks about his marketing eff…
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Ryan Atkinson is the host of the Uplift podcast, and he’s a successful entrepreneur himself. Having co-founded Spacebar Visuals, a video production company in 2022, Ryan quickly achieved over $100K in revenue and has collaborated with well-known brands like AWS and Vanta. Now it’s Ryan’s turn to play the role of the guest and discuss his success as…
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Lou Rice stumbled upon her business idea by accident when an Amazon Kindle was accidentally dropped on her baby’s head in the middle of the night. This one slip led Lou to develop the business idea, Strapsicle, a hand strap that prevents any chance of dropping a Kindle no matter where you are. What may seem like a simple concept has now generated o…
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Kirk McKinney jump-started his career in high school when he started the junk removal business, Junk Teens. Fast forward to now and he manages a team of 15 employees while generating nearly $1M in revenue each year. Plus, he did it all while keeping up with his education. In this episode, Kirk shares how he built a business and successful crew with…
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Andy Levitt is an entrepreneur and founder of two sustainably focused companies, Health Talker and Purple Carrot, and now focused on the next venture, Brightly. The crazy part? While both companies are extremely successful, Andy also managed to scale Purple Carrot to $100M in annual revenue while maintaining an ethical supply chain. In this episode…
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Gary Harpst is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur. From the years 1980 to 2000, he led the tech company Solomon Software to major success before it was eventually acquired by Microsoft in 2001. The craziest part? During his time there Gary guided over 400 employees to generate more than $60 million in revenue and service 40,000…
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Ryan Deiss is the founder of digitalmarketer.com and has officially cracked the code in scaling a company to the enormous sum of nine figures. In a conversation with Ryan Atkinson, he walks us through the process of successfully building scalable systems for your business. Ryan advises on creating a growth scorecard to track each step of the busine…
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Adam Chuntz has an extensive background in the e-commerce industry as well as over 20 years of experience in marketing and creative services. His latest venture includes founding Blanka, an e-commerce company with a focus on offering beauty, wellness and personal care products for white labeling. Adam now joins Ryan in a conversation to discuss key…
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Jason White is a government contracting expert who has over 15 years of experience in the field and has secured tens of millions of government contracts with a system he built from the ground up. In this episode, Jason talks to Ryan about his ability to make over $1 million per year in this job profession and shares insights on having these governm…
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