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April 07From Podcast to $450M Impact: AI, Faith & Building What Lasts | Billy Sticker | Level Up + Live 201
In this episode of Level Up + Live, Billy Sticker shares the real story behind his journey from a six-figure career in precious metals to building multiple companies and helping generate over $450 million in patient revenue for chiropractic practices.
What started as a simple podcast idea turned into Cairo Candy, a full-scale marketing and growth engine serving clients around the world. But this conversation goes far beyond business wins.
Billy opens up about the setbacks, the broken agreements, and the defining moments that forced him to rethink everything, from leadership to long-term vision.
You’ll hear how faith shaped his decisions, how he navigated seasons of plateau and pressure, and why he believes serving people at the highest level is the true driver of growth.
The second half of this episode dives into what every business owner is thinking about right now:
AI. Billy breaks it down in simple, practical terms, how to use it to increase capacity, automate key parts of your business, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing landscape. Whether you’re just getting started or already experimenting, this is a grounded, no-hype look at what actually matters.
He also shares the concept of “seeing around corners” a mindset that helps entrepreneurs anticipate challenges, adapt strategies, and stay ahead instead of reacting too late.
This episode is for business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs who want more than quick wins. It’s about building something that lasts, with clarity, systems, and intention.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How Billy turned a podcast into a multi-company business
The biggest lessons he learned the hard way as an entrepreneur
Why marketing is often overcomplicated and how to simplify it
Practical ways to start using AI in your business today
The difference between principles and strategies in growth
How to think ahead and “see around corners” in business
If you’ve been feeling stuck, stretched, or unsure about what’s next, this conversation will help you refocus and take the next step forward.
Level Up + Live is where we bring you real conversations with leaders who are building, growing, and making an impact.
If you’ve been looking for a room full of growth-minded business owners and leaders who are serious about leveling up in business and life, we’d love to have you join us as a guest.

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March 31200 Episodes In: What Business Owners Are Really Struggling With | Josh Webb | Level Up + Live
In this special 200th episode of the Level Up + Live Podcast, Sean sits down with Josh Webb, lead coach inside Level Up + Live Level 2, for a real conversation about what business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders are actually struggling with behind the scenes.
This episode pulls back the curtain on what Josh is seeing firsthand inside Level 2: the patterns, the pain points, the blind spots, and the breakthroughs that so many leaders are walking through right now.
Because let’s be honest…
A lot of business owners look “fine” on the outside, but underneath the surface they’re dealing with things like:
feeling stuck in the day-to-day
carrying pressure no one else sees
lack of clarity in business decisions
overwhelm and mental clutter
leadership fatigue
isolation
and the frustration of knowing they’re capable of more… but not fully breaking through
Sean and Josh unpack what those struggles really look like, while also highlighting the transformations and testimonies happening inside Level Up + Live Level 2.
This conversation gives you a behind-the-scenes look at:
the common challenges business owners are facing right now
why so many leaders feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck
what Josh is helping members work through inside Level 2
the mindset and leadership shifts that are creating real breakthroughs
how accountability, structure, and honest conversations can change everything
If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or leader who’s been feeling the weight lately, this episode will hit home.
And if you’ve been curious about what’s really happening inside Level Up + Live Level 2, this is the episode to listen to.
If you’ve been looking for a room full of growth-minded business owners and leaders who are serious about leveling up in business and life, we’d love to have you join us as a guest.
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21 min
March 24 Zach Miller Risked Everything With a Family to Feed… And It Paid Off | Sean Meyers | Ep 199
HE WALKED AWAY FROM THE SAFE PATH… AND BUILT HIS OWN LANE FROM SCRATCH
This episode of Level Up + Live delivers a raw, unfiltered look at what it really takes to step out of comfort, bet on yourself, and build a life rooted in purpose.
Sean Meyers sits down with Zach Miller, founder of Texas Premier Black Car Services, husband, father, and man of faith, whose journey challenges everything we’ve been taught about success.
Zach didn’t follow the traditional script. He dropped out of college, started at the bottom sweeping warehouse floors, and worked his way up through the corporate world… only to realize that hard work alone wasn’t going to create the life he truly wanted.
Despite long hours, strong performance, and years of dedication, he found himself stuck, underpaid, unfulfilled, and searching for something more.
Then came the moment that changed everything.
After one frustrating experience in a poorly run Uber, Zach saw an opportunity others would ignore.
Instead of complaining, he took action. With a growing family, no guarantees, and real risk on the table, he made the decision to start his own luxury transportation company, building it one ride, one relationship, and one leap of faith at a time.
In this episode, Zach opens up about:
The internal battle between security and calling
What fear really looks like when you have a family depending on you
Why most people stay stuck and how to break out of it
The role faith plays in navigating uncertainty and risk
The early stages of building a business while still working demanding hours
Letting go of control and learning to grow beyond being the “technician”
The reality that entrepreneurship isn’t for everyone, and why that’s okay
This conversation goes beyond business. It’s about identity, responsibility, and the kind of man you choose to become when the pressure is on.
Zach’s story is a reminder that there is no perfect time to start, no guaranteed outcome, and no path without fear.
But there is a difference between those who stay where they are… and those who decide to move forward anyway.
If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re capable of more, this episode will challenge you to take a hard look at the answer.
Because in the end, the question isn’t whether the opportunity is there.
It’s whether you’re willing to act on it.
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March 17 From Apprentice to HVAC Owner: The Real Story ft. Jared Crye | Sean Meyers | Ep. 198
FROM A JEEP CHEROKEE… TO A 20+ PERSON HVAC EMPIRE?!
Most people graduate high school with no clue what they want to do.
Jared Crye graduated in 2014… and accidentally stumbled into a trade that would completely change his life.
What started as a union apprentice job quickly turned into a late-night hustle fixing AC units for friends and family… then something wild happened.
He got his contractor’s license.
Told his boss he wanted to start a company.
And got LET GO the moment he received it.
With a 6-month-old baby at home, no real backup plan, and only his wife’s Jeep Cherokee as a service truck, Jared had one choice:
Sink… or build something unstoppable.
In this powerful episode of Level Up + Live, Jared reveals the gritty, behind-the-scenes story of how he:
Turned a side hustle into a thriving HVAC business
Took midnight service calls while others slept
Learned the brutal truth about pricing, margins, and scaling
Avoided the trap that keeps most small businesses stuck
Built a company culture that now supports 20+ employees
And ultimately merged his company with ASAP HVAC in 2023 to scale even bigger.
But here’s the twist…Jared says the biggest mistake entrepreneurs make isn’t lack of work ethic, it’s trying to do EVERYTHING themselves.
Inside this conversation you’ll learn:
Why pricing yourself wrong can destroy your growth
The hidden reason most businesses never scale past the owner
What it really takes to survive the brutal first 12–24 months
How hiring the right people literally buys back your life
Why even successful entrepreneurs still struggle with leadership
This isn’t a polished “overnight success” story.
It’s the raw blueprint of grit, sacrifice, and real entrepreneurship from the trenches of the skilled trades.
If you’ve ever wondered what it actually takes to build a business from scratch this episode is a must-listen.
Hit play now and hear how one apprentice turned pressure into a powerhouse company.
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29 min
March 10 From Success to Surrender: When God Strips Everything to Build Your Purpose | Sean Meyers | Ep. 197
SHE HAD THE SUCCESS… THE MONEY… THE HOUSE… THE CAR… AND THEN IT ALL VANISHED.

What happened next will shake every entrepreneur, leader, and parent who thinks success alone will satisfy.

In this raw, soul-stirring episode of Level Up + Live, host Sean Meyers sits down with May Adams, a faith-driven entrepreneur, mother of three, author, and business strategist who helps women break limiting beliefs and rise into their God-given calling.

But this conversation isn’t the typical “success story.”

It’s the story behind the success… the crushing… and the rebuilding.

May opens up about the moment everything changed, when she realized climbing the ranks, building teams, and chasing “worldly success” had left something missing deep inside. Then the unimaginable happened: success collapsed, money disappeared, and everything she thought defined her was stripped away.

The house? Gone.
The financial security? Gone.
The identity built on achievement? Shattered.

But what came out of the fire was something far more powerful.

Inside this unforgettable conversation, May and Sean unpack:

Why delayed obedience can cost you everything
The hidden danger of building success on pride instead of purpose
What it really means when life forces you into the “pain cave”
Why God sometimes strips away comfort to build character
How entrepreneurs can shift from empty achievement to purpose-driven leadership

May shares how losing everything ultimately gave her the one thing she didn’t have before: clarity, conviction, and unshakable faith.

This episode will challenge how you think about success, leadership, business, parenting, and the journey toward becoming the person you were truly created to be.

If you’ve ever felt successful on the outside but empty on the inside…
If you’ve ever wondered why life keeps forcing you through hard seasons…
Or if you’re ready to turn your test into a testimony…

Press play now, because sometimes the greatest breakthrough only comes after everything falls apart.

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29 min
March 03 The CEO’s Guide to Smarter Taxes ft. Sarah Jones | Sean Meyers | Ep 196
BUSINESS OWNERS: The IRS Isn’t the Problem… Your Strategy Is.
Most entrepreneurs wait until tax season to think about their money.
Big mistake.
In this power-packed episode of Level Up + Live, Sean Meyers sits down with returning guest Sarah Jones, CPA, the advisor high-performing business owners call when they’re ready to build wealth, protect what they’ve earned, and stop flying blind.
This isn’t about filing taxes. This is about thinking like a CEO with your money.
Inside this episode:
The hidden difference between tax prep and year-round tax strategy (it could cost you thousands)
The #1 mindset mistake successful business owners make with money.
How to know when you’ve outgrown your basic CPA
The “Build. Protect. Grow.” roadmap for long-term wealth and legacy
Leadership lessons from scaling a firm from solo to a team of 15
The real truth about balance, burnout, and performing at a high level.
Rapid-fire insights every entrepreneur needs (including one financial number you should know weekly)
Sarah doesn’t just talk numbers, she helps business owners see the future, reverse engineer success, and make decisions with confidence.
If you’re making six figures (or planning to)…
If your CPA only talks to you once a year…
If you know you’re capable of more…This episode is your wake-up call.
Stop reacting.
Start planning.
Start building your legacy.
Listen now and discover what high performers do differently with their money.
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27 min
February 24 The Business Failure That Saved His Marriage ft. David Wilkinson | Sean Meyers | Ep 195
HE LOST HIS JOB… ALMOST LOST HIS FAMILY… AND NOW HE’S BUILDING A KINGDOM-FOCUSED BUSINESS FROM THE GROUND UP.
This episode of the Level Up + Live is NOT just another “business growth” conversation.
This is about pressure.
This is about failure.
This is about faith under fire.
Sean Meyers sits down with David Wilkinson, owner of Cornerstone Construction, and what unfolds is raw, honest, and deeply powerful.
From losing his job…
To shutting down his first business after cash flow collapse…
To battling addiction that nearly destroyed his marriage…
To rebuilding his family and leadership from the inside out…
David doesn’t sugarcoat a thing.
He breaks down:
Why most entrepreneurs confuse “entrepreneur” with isolation
The brutal lesson that being good at construction ≠ knowing how to build a business
The “teabag in hot water” analogy that will hit you right in the gut
Why protecting your family matters more than protecting your profit
And how prayer shifted from a to-do list… to a real relationship
This isn’t hustle culture hype.
This is humility.
This is healing.
This is a man choosing legacy over ego.
And when David shares the moment his 22-year-old son asked about joining the family business? Let’s just say… you’ll feel it.
If you’re a business owner silently carrying pressure…
If you feel successful on the outside but overwhelmed on the inside…
If you’re building something but afraid you might lose what matters most…
This conversation is your wake-up call.
Faith.
Family.
Leadership under pressure.
Building a business without losing your soul.
This is what leveling up actually looks like.
Watch. Listen. Reflect.
Then ask yourself: Are you building a business… or are you building a life?
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28 min
February 17 Shelley Failed, Prayed, and Won: A 23-Year Business Story | Sean Meyers | Ep. 194
In this powerful episode of the Level Up + Live Podcast, host Sean Meyers sits down with business owner and entrepreneur Shelley Guthrie for an honest conversation about faith, obedience, leadership, and the unseen journey behind long-term success.

Shelley recently celebrated 23 years in business, but her story is far from a smooth path. Behind the longevity are failed ventures, financial risks, hard decisions, and seasons of uncertainty that tested her resilience and her faith. In this episode, she shares what most people never see: the setbacks, the lessons learned the hard way, and the moments where trusting God became the difference between pushing forward and giving up.

Listeners will hear the powerful story of a single mother who opened her first business when her daughter was just three months old, built a company while raising three children, homeschooled during the early years, and learned how to navigate the constant tension between leadership, motherhood, and personal sacrifice.

Shelley also opens up about:

The reality behind business failures and how to move forward without fear

Why many entrepreneurs make costly decisions before seeking guidance or prayer

How a simple, honest prayer life can bring clarity and peace in leadership

The importance of relationships over transactions in building long-term customer loyalty

What she wishes she had done differently during the busiest seasons of her life

How learning to care for herself made her a better leader and mother

Beyond business, Shelley shares how mission work in Haiti transformed her perspective on success, gratitude, and service. What began as a trip to help others became a calling that has impacted her family, her business, and the lives of dozens of children. Through her salon and community support, more than $250,000 has been raised over the past 12 years to support an orphanage and create opportunities for families in need.

This episode is a reminder that leadership is not about titles, recognition, or growth at any cost. It is about obedience, consistency, service, and staying aligned with the purpose you are called to live out.

If you are an entrepreneur, business owner, parent, or leader navigating uncertainty, pressure, or the weight of responsibility, this conversation offers both encouragement and perspective. Success is not built on perfect decisions, it is built on faith, resilience, and a willingness to grow through every season.

Listen now to hear Shelley’s story and discover what it truly means to build a life, business, and legacy that lasts.

Level Up + Live, helping you grow in faith, leadership, and intentional living.

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29 min
February 10Faith, Growth & Marriage Done the Right Way | Sean Meyers | Ep. 193
What if the real reason relationships fall apart isn’t cheating, money, or even conflict… but quietly growing in different directions?
In this raw, unfiltered, and unexpectedly hilarious episode of Level Up + Live, host Sean Meyers brings back the most requested guest of all time, his wife, Kendra Meyers, for their third appearance.
Together, they pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to grow together instead of drifting apart, while building businesses, leading teams, navigating faith, managing stress, and still liking each other at the end of the day.
Inside this episode:
Why “personal growth” can secretly destroy marriages if you’re not careful
The communication mistake almost every entrepreneur makes at home
What to do when one spouse is obsessed with growth… and the other isn’t
Faith, leadership, stress, exhaustion, and the real conversations couples avoid
The one weekly question that can change your marriage forever
No fluff. No fake perfection. Just two imperfect action-takers having the conversations most couples need but never have.
Fair warning: This episode might spark some uncomfortable (but necessary) conversations with your spouse.
Hit play. Share it with your partner. And ask yourself:
Are we growing together… or just growing?
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February 03 Faith, AI & Leadership: Scaling Without Losing Your Soul | Sean Meyers | Ep. 192
In this episode of Level Up + Live, host Sean Myers sits down with Brook Beasley, insurance agency owner, tech startup co-founder, and leadership strategist, to unpack what it really looks like to build modern, scalable businesses without losing faith, culture, or human connection.

Brook shares her journey of leading at the intersection of business, technology, and faith, including how she’s leveraging AI and automation to support teams rather than replace them. Together, Sean and Brook explore leadership disciplines, people-centered culture, and the mindset shifts required to scale sustainably in today’s fast-moving business environment.

This conversation dives into real leadership seasons, from financial risk and rapid growth to discipline, consistency, and grace, offering practical insight for entrepreneurs, executives, and emerging leaders navigating change.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How to use AI and automation as a leadership assistant without sacrificing trust or culture

Why people-first leadership is the foundation of scalable businesses

The role of faith and grace in decision-making and team development

How discipline, consistency, and structure unlock higher levels of leadership

Practical ways to celebrate wins, build culture, and retain great people

Why surrounding yourself with the right community accelerates growth

If you’re a leader looking to modernize, scale, and lead with intention, this episode will challenge and encourage you to level up without compromising what matters most.

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About Level Up and LIVE

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Level Up and Live Podcast – The Podcast for Montgomery County’s Elite Business Owners & Entrepreneurs

You’re already crushing it. You’ve built something that most people can’t. You’ve outworked, outlasted, and pushed past limits that stop others in their tracks.

But now, you’re starting to ask the real question… Is this it?

You’ve got the revenue, the wins, and the momentum—but deep down, you know there’s another level. Not just in business, but in life, fulfillment, and impact.

This is the part no one talks about.

The point where success alone isn’t enough. The point where grinding harder won’t unlock the next breakthrough. The moment when you realize that doing it alone isn’t a power move—it’s a limitation.

That’s exactly why I created Level Up and Live.

I’m Sean Meyers, a business owner who knows firsthand what it’s like to push for more while carrying the weight of success. I’ve spent years learning, failing, adapting, and surrounding myself with the right people—and along the way, I’ve helped others do the same.

This podcast isn’t about me—it’s about you and the moves you need to make next.

Our proven framework is built on:

✔ Clarity – Get brutally honest about what’s holding you back and eliminate the noise.

✔ Action Steps – Tactical, real-world strategies from Montgomery County’s top business leaders.

✔ Accountability – Execution beats ideas. The right circle ensures you move.

✔ Fulfillment – Because success without fulfillment isn’t success at all.

Inside Each Episode:

• Conversations with Montgomery County’s top business owners & entrepreneurs

• Battle-tested strategies for business growth, mindset, and high performance

• How to build a business that funds an irresistible future

• Why vulnerability is a superpower that fuels every angle of your life—business, relationships, and purpose

You don’t need more hustle—you need more alignment.

You don’t need another random strategy—you need a clearer vision, a stronger circle, and the courage to let go of what’s no longer serving you.

Because here’s what no one tells you—the work you’re doing now isn’t just about business. It’s about building a life you actually want to live.

When you have the right circle, the right clarity, and the right execution, you don’t just win—you create a life of freedom, energy, and fulfillment most people never experience.

This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s a strategic advantage. A local movement of high-level operators committed to clarity, execution, and unstoppable momentum.

New episodes drop every week. Subscribe now and take control of your next level.