From Zero 2 Revenue

What if building wealth wasn’t about chasing the highest returns—but about creating peace of mind?

In this episode of From Zero to Revenue, we sit down with Dennis Song, Managing Director of Song Wealth Management, to unpack how successful entrepreneurs think differently about money, risk, and long-term success.

After spending 20 years on Wall Street, Dennis chose to build a boutique wealth management firm focused on trust, customization, and real-life outcomes—not hype.

Here are a few highlights from the conversation:

• Trust Over Returns: Why trust and transparency matter more than chasing the highest gains.
• Risk with Intention: Most people can reach their goals without taking unnecessary risks.
• Entrepreneurs & Money: Common financial blind spots business owners face as income grows.
• Freedom as the Reward: How entrepreneurship creates time, flexibility, and stronger family relationships.

This episode is a powerful reminder that wealth isn’t just about numbers—it’s about building a life you don’t need a break from.

What happens when an entrepreneur turns his own struggle into a mission that transforms lives?

In this powerful episode of From Zero to Revenue, Chris Yap sits down with Jim Lee, Founder of Graduation Solutions and Smart Schools, to uncover the story behind helping over 4,000 people earn their high school diplomas — many long after the world counted them out.

Jim went from growing up in poverty, relying on food stamps, and experiencing homelessness, to building a movement that delivers second chances through education. In this interview, he opens up about:

What You’ll Learn:

• How one idea grew from 21 graduates in a small chapel to thousands filling an arena.
• Why “better late than never” has become his life’s mission.
• The hardest part of building a purpose-driven business.
• How faith, resilience, and the right people shaped his success.
• The #1 advice for entrepreneurs who feel like giving up.

💬 Quote Highlights:
“Every single student matters 100% — and we impact generational change.”
“It doesn’t matter where you started; it’s where you finish.”
“I know what it’s like to have nothing. That’s why I care so much.”

📣 If you’ve ever doubted your timing, this episode is for you.

She hit rock bottom — and built her way back up, one decision at a time.

In this episode of From Zero to Revenue, Jessica Loomis, founder of Infinity Insurance Partners and InsurAssists, shares her powerful story of rebuilding from personal and professional burnout to leading two thriving companies rooted in empathy and integrity.

💬 Inside this episode:

• The moment everything fell apart — and how she turned pain into purpose

• How betting on herself (and her 401k) became the best decision she ever made

• The leadership lessons that transformed her team and her life

• Why success means more when you build it on authenticity

Jessica’s story isn’t about overnight wins — it’s about faith, grit, and finding strength when everything seems lost.

When most entrepreneurs chase profit, Jeremiah Lee chose purpose.

After years in the corporate world helping scale a company from $1.5M to $25M, Jeremiah walked away from comfort and certainty to start his own faith-driven CFO firm — one built on genuine partnership, integrity, and service.

In this episode of From Zero to Revenue, host Chris Yap dives deep into Jeremiah’s journey from corporate executive to entrepreneur — and how he’s redefining what leadership, finance, and success truly mean in the age of AI.

Whether you’re a founder, CFO, or someone standing at the edge of a big leap — this episode will remind you that faith and good business are not opposites.

What does it take to turn struggle into strength and a simple idea into a movement? In this episode, you’ll hear the raw and inspiring journey behind Lifeboat Coffee—from the challenges that shaped its grit, to the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels its fight for faith, family, and freedom. Expect candid stories, bold insights on business and culture, and a fresh perspective on the American Dream—one brewed strong enough to wake up your own.

Tune in now and discover how a cup of coffee can spark more than just energy—it can ignite purpose.

What does it take to build 11 companies, exit 4, and still choose coaching over coasting? In this energizing episode, host Chris Yap sits down with Chad Nikkel—entrepreneur, business coach, and head of Next Level Growth—to unpack what true success really looks like.

Chad shares his raw journey from losing his first company to bankruptcy at 15 to scaling multi-million dollar enterprises and guiding CEOs toward freedom and fulfillment. Raised with grit on a Kansas farm, he now helps business owners avoid burnout by designing businesses that give back more than they take.

Learn why “return on life” matters more than revenue. Discover how to escape the 60-hour grind by building a team of empowered leaders. Understand why kindness, clarity, and culture—not chaos—create scale. If you’re building a business but losing your life in the process, this one’s for you.

What happens when an entrepreneur builds a thriving practice by deliberately ignoring every conventional business rule? In this compelling conversation, host Chris Yap explores the remarkable journey of attorney Nat Nickele, whose approach challenges everything we think we know about professional success. Raised with three foundational principles—people matter more than possessions, the world is endlessly fascinating, and anyone can learn anything—Nickele discovered that genuine care and curiosity create deeper client relationships than traditional aggressive tactics. His million-dollar practice thrives through a simple philosophy: do excellent work for the person in front of you, then repeat.

The conversation reveals what separates successful business owners from those who struggle: meaningful connections, fresh perspective on problems, and honest accountability from trusted advisors. For entrepreneurs seeking an alternative to hustle culture, this offers a compelling case study in building purpose-driven enterprises that prioritize human flourishing alongside financial success.

What happens when a Hollywood dreamer walks away from the spotlight and ends up building one of the country’s most sought-after branding agencies? In this inspiring episode, host Chris Yap sits down with Rani Sweis, founder of AtticSalt, to explore how a passion for storytelling, identity, and purpose reshaped his life and business.

Rani shares his journey—from acting and modeling to top roles at Yelp and Google, and finally building a branding agency with soul. Discover how his creative roots and relentless drive led to a new definition of success. Learn why scaling should be about impact, not just revenue. Hear how branding mirrors character development. Understand why devotion to craft beats chasing a paycheck. And see how your past—no matter how winding—can build the foundation for purpose.

In this episode of From Zero to Revenue, host Chris Yap sits down with Ian Thurbon, founder of Ethos Advisory Services and a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience building, acquiring, and scaling technology companies. Ian recounts his journey from leading IT professional services firms to launching Ethos Advisory Services—a consultancy that acts as a "force multiplier" for growth, helping small-to-medium professional services and software businesses thrive.

He offers candid insights into the realities of entrepreneurship, from navigating mergers and acquisitions to balancing day-to-day operations with long-term strategic vision. Drawing on his experience across managed services, software development, and data analytics, Ian underscores the importance of treating businesses as "people machines"—emphasizing leadership development, emotional resilience, and cultivating strong organizational cultures.

In this episode of From Zero to Revenue, host Chris Yap interviews Dr. Matt Hernandez, co-founder of Ethos Integrative Medicine. Matt shares his journey from aspiring pharmacist to naturopathic doctor, and how he and his wife Alex built Ethos with just $10,000.

Ethos focuses on optimizing health through strong doctor-patient relationships, thorough consultations, and personalized plans. Matt also discusses the challenges of balancing medicine and entrepreneurship, from self-funding to learning finance through mentorship.

Matt’s story offers valuable lessons on perseverance, leadership, and purpose for entrepreneurs and healthcare professionals alike.