Best Bootstrap Connect Podcasts (2025)

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What It Takes to Become a Professional Organizer and Thrive as a Service Provider | Laurie Palau 44:27

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#689 Ever wondered how a simple lifelong skill can evolve into a thriving, multi-stream business? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrell sits down with professional organizer and entrepreneur Laurie Palau, founder of Simply B Organized, to unpack her journey from corporate America to building a successful organizing brand long before Instagram or the…

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Julia Cheek (Everlywell) on Revolutionizing Diagnostics, Shark Tank and Biohacking 1:06:56

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Many people say the healthcare system is broken. Julia Cheek, is trying to fix a key part of that system: diagnostics. Julia is the founder and CEO of Everlywell, the pioneering at-home health testing company that turned diagnostics from something that happened to you into something you control. Since launching in 2015, Everlywell has become one of…

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How a Motocross Rider Became Canada’s Print King | Lee Stuart (MU Classic) 53:55

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#688 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 …

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This AI Website Generator Lets You Build and Manage 1,000+ Sites (Live Demo!) | Itai Sadan 43:06

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#687 Want to see how AI can build a full website in minutes — and how a small startup took on giants like WordPress and Wix? On this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Itai Sadan, co-founder and CEO of Duda — the AI-ready website platform built specifically for web professionals. Itai shares the origin story of Duda, how the company evolved …

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Education Businesses That Actually Work in 2025 | Ray Blakney (MU Classic) 56:07

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#686 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 model…

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Episode 246: Mastering the Dance | Divine Boundaries, Self-Care, and Your Hidden Treasure | MANNA MASHUP a soul food collection ❖ 246 1:11:51

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"Imagine your spirit as a hidden reservoir of energy waiting to be tapped into... with the right mindset and tools, we can draw from it endlessly." —Kristen Wambach EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Your Strength is a Treasure: Understand that your hidden strength is a divine reservoir waiting to be tapped, and it's defined by the T.R.E.A.S.U.R.E. acronym. Self-C…

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Flexible, Profitable, and In-Demand: Could a Bookkeeping Business Be Your Golden Ticket? | Kate Johnson (MU Classic) 49:58

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#685 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…

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The Email Strategy That Took Course Creators from $3k to $50k Months | John Ainsworth (MU Classic) 52:25

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#684 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 mont…

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$6,000+ per Month in Passive Income?! Buy, Evaluate, and Grow a Profitable Laundromat | Jordan Berry 51:59

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#683 Thinking about buying a laundromat? This episode will completely change the way you see this “boring” business — and show you why it might be one of the most powerful cash-flow plays in America! In this conversation, host Brien Gearin sits down with Jordan Berry, founder of Laundromat Resource, to break down exactly how to buy, evaluate, and g…

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The Row’s Quiet Luxury Gets Loud: Sample Sales, Influencer Drama, and the Future of Fashion’s Most Mysterious Brand 14:20

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Today Sammi unpacks the silent spectacle of The Row—Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s luxury label. Known for its “no logos, no advertising” ethos and a fiercely minimalist aesthetic, The Row has built its brand on mystique. But when a chaotic, viral sample sale hit New York this past October—drawing TikTok influencers and 9 hour+ lines—the brand’s care…

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Episode 245: You Can Never Be More Co-Raised: The Radical Truth That Ends Self-Striving ❖ 245 38:18

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"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be?" — Marianne Williamson SHOW NOTES EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS You are already complete:…

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How to Stop Settling, Embrace Authenticity, and Finally Own Your Story | Celinne Da Costa 56:02

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#682 If you’ve ever felt misaligned with your own story, this episode will show you how to reclaim it! In this powerful conversation, host Brien Gearin sits down with transformational storytelling expert Celinne Da Costa, who helps visionary leaders step into their authentic identity and express it through story. Celinne shares her remarkable journ…

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How to Build a 7-Figure Online Store with Zero Inventory | Ryan Hogue (MU Classic) 54:09

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#681 Think you need a warehouse full of inventory to start a product-based business? Think again! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Ryan Hogue, a 7-figure print-on-demand entrepreneur, who breaks down exactly how to build a profitable online store without ever touching inventory. Ryan shares why visibility is the real name o…

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The M&A Playbook: How to Build $2B+ Without Venture Capital 45:43

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Most people chase investors. Tom Shipley built billion-dollar businesses by buying them instead. In this episode of Founder to Founder, I sit down with Tom — serial entrepreneur, Special Forces vet, and founder of multiple $2B+ brands — to break down how acquisitions, not VC, can create generational wealth. From $100 startups to $100M roll-ups, thi…

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Use AI to Create Your Avatar, Clone Your Voice, and Share Content FAST (Live Demo!) | Julian Goldie 45:38

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#680 Ever wondered how creators are scaling faster than ever with AI? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Julian Goldie, an SEO agency owner turned AI-driven creator whose entire business transformed when he leaned into artificial intelligence instead of running from it. Julian shares how he went from 1,000 YouTube subscribers to ne…

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How Service Providers Can Grow, Nurture, and Sell on Instagram (Live Examples!) | Jenna Harding 49:40

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#679 If you’ve been posting on social media and still not seeing growth, this conversation explains exactly why! In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with social media expert and former theater-kid-turned-entrepreneur, Jenna Harding, to pull back the curtain on Instagram strategy for service-based business owners. Jenna shares how she wen…

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Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton (Create & Cultivate) on How To Sell Out a Live Event, the Future of Community, and Whether Virtual Events Are Dead 45:38

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Today, Sammi sits down with Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton—the powerhouse duo behind Create & Cultivate. Long before every brand wanted a “community,” Jaclyn and Marina built one that actually mattered: a movement where founders, Fortune 500 leaders, and creators came together to build what’s next. After selling the company in 2021, Jaclyn stu…

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How to Price Your Offers Without Selling Your Soul | Andee Hart (MU Classic) 50:22

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#678 Are you undercharging or hesitating to promote your offers because selling feels uncomfortable? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, sales expert Andee Hart joins us to unpack the deeper reasons why so many women entrepreneurs struggle with sales — and how to flip the script. With over 18 years of experience in Fortune 500 tech sales and …

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Is a Hot Dog a Sandwich? Launching a Food Cart Business That Settles the Debate! | Chris Van Jura 48:44

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#677 What happens when a 25-year hospitality veteran gets furloughed during COVID and finally goes all-in on the dream he’s been talking about for years? You get Catalyst Hot Dogs — a Jersey-style hot dog joint taking the DMV by storm! In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with founder Chris Van Jura, who shares how he launched during the pa…

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The #1 Marketing Mistake Entrepreneurs Make and How Buzzsprout Grew from 2k to 120k Podcasts Without Making It | Alban Brooke (MU Classic) 51:23

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#676 Are you overcomplicating your marketing? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we're joined by Alban Brooke, Head of Marketing at Buzzsprout, who helped grow the company from just 2,000 customers to over 120,000 active podcasts. Alban shares why so many marketing efforts fail — not because of bad tactics, but because of a lack of clarity a…

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The 3 Things That Saved Tyler’s Business After Losing 90% of His Amazon Revenue | Tyler Christensen (MU Classic) 53:38

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#675 What happens when your thriving side hustle starts to plateau? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we welcome back Tyler Christensen, who built a $5K/month income stream as an Amazon influencer — only to see his per-video earnings drop by 90%. Rather than walking away, Tyler made a strategic pivot. He shares how he diversified his income…

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The $9 Membership That Made Over $600K — Powered by Simple Emails | Liz Wilcox (MU Classic) 51:20

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#674 Is your email list collecting digital dust? Or maybe you haven’t even started one because it all feels too overwhelming? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by email marketing expert Liz Wilcox, who built her first list without fancy tools, expensive software — or even internet on her phone. Liz shares how she went from trav…

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Financial Stress? These Money Management Strategies Help You Take Back Control | Brie Sodano 40:42

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#673 Ever feel like you’re making good money but still stressed about finances? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Brie Sodano, founder of Cash Confident, who teaches practical money management for modern women — without the confusing math or financial jargon. Brie shares her journey from working in high-level finance to coaching eve…

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He Lost $500M in One Minute — Then Bought 17 Amazon Brands Back 1:02:27

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What happens when your $500M fund collapses on a single Zoom call? Brian Burt, founder of Canopy Management, lived it — and came back stronger. In this episode of Founder to Founder, we talk about scaling an Amazon agency, managing 100+ people with zero micromanagement, and what it really takes to win in e-commerce in 2025. 🔥 You’ll learn: • Why Am…

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The “PayPal Mafia” Lore: Inside the Elon Musk Coup and the Beginning of Founder Culture 13:15

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Today, Sammi uncovers one of the most iconic origin stories in tech: how a scrappy, chaotic startup from the late ’90s — PayPal — became the launchpad for a generation of founders who went on to build Tesla, LinkedIn, Yelp, Affirm, Palantir, SpaceX, and more. Before they were billionaires or household names, Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, Reid Hoffman, Ma…

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How to Get Your Product on the Store Shelves of a Big-Box Retailer | Jay Yung 43:25

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#672 Ever wondered what it really takes to get your product off a folding table and onto the shelves of Walmart, Costco, or Target? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with retail expert Jay Yung, founder of Evergreen Retail Solutions, to break down the real path from farmer’s market tables to national store shelves. Jay shares how he went…

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Episode 244: Stop Just Praying | The 5 Daily Steps to Fix Your Body, Mind, & Spirit with Dr. Len Lopez ❖ 244 59:26

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“Your habits and attitude are your spiritual DNA, the genetic code that determines the trajectory of your growth and achievement.” —Dr. Len Lopez SHOW NOTES 💡 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS The Temple of God is Whole: True Christian spiritual growth requires caring for the entire temple—Body, Mind, and Spirit—to achieve holistic health. The Power of Vision (Sl…

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Can You Really Make Money With a Book? Dave Says Yes (Here’s How) | Dave Chesson (MU Classic) 1:00:18

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#671 Have you ever wanted to write a book but felt stuck on where to start — or unsure if it could even be profitable? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by self-publishing expert and Kindlepreneur founder Dave Chesson, who turned his side hustle into a thriving business that out-earned his military salary. Dave shares the insid…

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Boost Conversions With a Hyper-Personalized Website and Email Campaigns | Brennan Dunn 42:44

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#670 What if your website could tell exactly who was visiting — and rewrite itself just for them? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Brennan Dunn, founder of RightMessage — the software powering hyper-personalized websites and email campaigns for top creators like Ali Abdaal and Justin Welsh. Brennan shares how his journey from freel…

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Farmer's Market to Iconic Brand: Bootstrapping a Business With Only a Gelato Machine | Jeni Britton 51:27

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#669 How do you build a beloved, nationally-recognized ice cream brand from scratch — and then turn around and create a completely different company redefining dietary fiber in America? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Jeni Britton — founder of the iconic Jeni’s Ice Creams and now founder of Floura — to talk about creativity, cur…

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Marina and Ricardo Larroudé (Larroudé) on Innovative D2C Models, Betting on Brazil and Trading in the 9-to-5 57:39

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When the world shut down, Marina and Ricardo Larroudé hit go. Out of their Manhattan apartment, the former Teen Vogue fashion director and her financier husband built Larroudé—a shoe brand that went from zero to millions in sales in just a few years. In this episode, Sammi dives into how they turned job loss into rocket fuel, built their own factor…

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How Brien Built a $80K/Month Agency While Co-Hosting MU AND Raising Four Kids Under Seven | Brien Gearin and Travis Chappell (MU Classic) 30:50

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#668 Think it’s impossible to build an $80K/month business while raising four kids under seven? Think again! In this episode from the Travis Makes Money podcast, our own Brien Gearin sits down with Travis Chappell for an inspiring and unfiltered conversation about entrepreneurship, family, and the power of persistence. Brien shares how he turned a …

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Flipping Sneakers: How to Scale This Reselling Side Hustle to a Full-Time Income | Nicolas Malonga 47:34

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#667 Ever wondered how someone can build a multi-million-dollar business just by flipping sneakers? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Nicolas Malonga shares how he turned sneaker reselling from a college side hustle into Sniperkicks — a full-fledged business. He breaks down his early days flipping candy at school, how losing his basketball …

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Kirsten’s Accidental Path to Entrepreneurship and the Career Shift That Followed | Kirsten Tyrrel and Martine Williams (MU Classic) 54:05

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#666 What if the key to building a million-dollar business isn’t just strategy — but vision, identity, and grit? In this episode, our own Kirsten Tyrrel sits down on the other side of the mic as a guest on the Life Coaching for Mompreneurs podcast with host Martine Williams. Kirsten opens up about her unconventional path to becoming a millionaire, …

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The Danger of Sacrificing Life for Success | Richie Norton (MU Classic) 53:24

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#665 Is your business building the life you want — or stealing it? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by social entrepreneur and author Richie Norton to challenge the way we think about work, success, and freedom. Richie shares why how you’re paid matters more than how much, and how to use “positive constraints” to align your bu…

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Work Less, Earn More: How Outsourcing Customer Service Pays Off | Jordan Brown (MU Classic) 55:06

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#664 Is customer service draining your time and resources? It doesn’t have to! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Jordan Brown, founder and CEO of Omnie, who explains how outsourcing customer service can actually increase revenue while giving you back valuable time. Jordan shares how the right mix of AI and human support can …

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Buy, Sell, and Flip Online Businesses — Even If You're NOT the 1% (Live Demo!) | Blake Hutchison 45:39

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#663 Most entrepreneurs talk about starting businesses — but what about buying or selling them? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Blake Hutchison, CEO of Flippa, the world’s leading marketplace for buying and selling online businesses. Blake explains how Flippa helps everyday entrepreneurs find liquidity and buyers for digital ass…

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The 90s Microdrama Revolution and Ghost of Quibi 22:46

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Hollywood is changing—and its future might be vertical. Today, Sammi dives into the explosive rise of “microdramas,” the ultra-short, ultra-addictive scripted shows that are pulling in billions and leaving traditional studios scrambling to survive. From Chinese-backed apps like ReelShort to Hollywood execs betting on AI-powered storytelling, this i…

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Episode 243: The Single Question that Mulitplied My Answered Prayer By 1,000% with Tony Stoltzfus ❖ 243 56:16

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"He doesn't want to talk about what I'm trying to do. He wants to talk about how He sees me and transfer His picture from heaven of me into my heart." —Tony Stoltzfus SHOW NOTES EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Your identity in Christ isn't a future promise; it's a present reality seen from heaven's timeline. The most profound prayers focus on receiving God's im…

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Art Meets App Development: Launching a Mobile E-Card App on the Apple App Store | Kate Pitner 48:30

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#662 What does it really take to turn your creative passion into a tech product? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel chats with artist and illustrator Kate Pitner, the creator of Poppynotes — a boutique mobile e-card app bringing kindness, connection, and fun back to digital communication. Kate shares how her childhood love for designing greeting …

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How to Reverse Engineer Your Business Goals | Final BMMM Coaching Call (Part 2 of 2) (MU Classic) 36:36

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#661 Want to know the secret to building a business that practically runs itself? In Part 2 of the final coaching call for the Build My Money Machine program, Justin and Tara Williams dive even deeper into the actionable steps for building a successful business. They break down the final steps of the process — from creating and executing a prioriti…

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Need a Product Launch Strategy? From Chaotic Drop to Seamless, Hype-Driven Event | Michael Dodsworth 44:52

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#660 What if you could turn product launches into full-blown fan experiences? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Michael Dodsworth, founder of Fanfare, the LA-based SaaS company helping brands like Nike and Supreme transform chaotic product drops into seamless, hype-driven events. Michael shares his journey from early engineering day…

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Building a Shopify Agency That Delivers Massive Growth for E-commerce Brands | Kurt Elster 44:06

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#659 What if the simplest, scrappiest tactics could unlock massive success online? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel chats with Kurt Elster, founder of Ethercycle and host of The Unofficial Shopify Podcast, about how he built a thriving agency helping e-commerce brands scale on Shopify. Kurt shares how handwritten letters under shop doors turned…

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Gwen Whiting (The Laundress) on Acquisition Cautionary Tales, Bootstrapping, and The Fill 1:01:18

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Gwen Whiting co-founded The Laundress, the luxury laundry brand that transformed washing clothes into a lifestyle statement. What started as a passion project funded by credit cards became a cult favorite—and eventually caught the attention of Unilever, which acquired the company for a reported $100 million. But the dream deal didn’t go as planned.…

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The Power of Decisive Action | Final BMMM Coaching Call (Part 1 of 2) (MU Classic) 51:00

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#658 Most people fail in business not because they don’t have the right idea — but because they get stuck in indecision! In this episode featuring Justin and Tara Williams, you'll hear Part 1 of the final coaching call for the Build My Money Machine program! In this special two-part segment, Justin and Tara reflect on the journey, share key lessons…

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Selling to Private Equity? How to Reverse Engineer a Million-Dollar Business Exit | Nick Bradley 43:51

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#657 What does it really take to sell your business for millions? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Nick Bradley, founder of High Value Exit — a global expert who’s helped lead 26 business exits totaling $5 billion. Nick reveals how founders can prepare their businesses for a high-value sale, what private equity buyers really look f…

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Cash Flow Is the Key to Financial Freedom | Chris Miles (MU Classic) 53:20

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#656 What if saving money isn’t the key to financial freedom—but creating cash flow is? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Chris Miles, the cash flow expert and founder of Money Ripples, reveals why true financial freedom comes from cash flow, not just saving or investing in traditional ways. Chris shares how he retired twice by building str…

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Episode 242: The TRUST Test | walking through a season of Deep Faith ❖ 242 39:44

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"God is always "Gooder "than my current bandwidth about him. He's always better." —Kristen Wambach SHOW NOTES EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Trust is Active and Practical: It's a blend of spiritual disciplines (prayer, communion) and physical self-care (rest, movement, making your bed). Small Wins Build Confidence: Creating immediate momentum through simple, a…

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How Giving Away $100 a Day Transformed Our Financial Future | Jeff and Rhonna Farrer - Part 3 of 3 (MU Classic) 56:04

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#655 What if the secret to financial freedom isn’t about how much money you have — but how you think about it? In this final episode of our three-part series hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Jeff and Rhonna Farrer share how shifting from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset transformed their financial future — and their marriage. From giving away $1…

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How a Creative Slump Led a Digital Artist to Turn Coloring Books into a Thriving Business | Rhonna Farrer - Part 2 of 3 (MU Classic) 53:14

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#654 What happens when your greatest strength — the very thing that defines your identity — suddenly disappears? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Rhonna Farrer opens up about the highs and lows of her entrepreneurial journey — from building a successful career as a digital artist and app developer to facing a creative drought that challeng…