Millennial Millionaire

By Steven Cohen

Prepare to be inspired and enlightened as we journey together on the Millennial Millionaire Podcast. As your host, Steven Cohen, I promise to bring you wisdom and insights from the globe’s brightest m... more

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May 30, 2025Millennial Millionaire Ep. 81 - Mark Guadagnoli
In this deeply inspiring and insightful episode of MM, we sit down with Dr. Mark “Dr. G” Guadagnoli — a neuroscience professor, elite performance coach, author, and host of The Academy podcast. From athlete to academic, Dr. G shares his transformative journey into the world of brain science, performance psychology, and the pursuit of a purpose-driven life.
We explore how to reprogram your brain’s filters, master your mindset, and discover why the “intelligent struggle” is essential to lasting success. Whether you’re in sales, leadership, or personal development, this episode delivers practical tools and deep wisdom to help elevate your internal game — and your external results.
Key Topics Covered:
Reticular Activating System (RAS) and mental filtering
How to reprogram your thoughts and self-talk
The science of intelligent struggle and growth
Balancing achievement with long-term fulfillment
Where neuroscience meets eastern spirituality
Breathing, mindfulness, and brain-based happiness
Quote Highlight:
“Most people give their power to the red light — that doesn't even care about you.” – Dr. G
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro to Dr. Mark “Dr. G” Guadagnoli
02:00 – From athlete to academic: A journey into neuroscience
05:00 – Coincidences or consciousness?
08:30 – Understanding the Reticular Activating System
11:00 – Reprogramming your mental filters
13:20 – Red Light Exercise: Gratitude in action
16:00 – Responding vs reacting (Viktor Frankl insight)
19:00 – Building resilience in high performers
22:40 – Neuroscience meets spirituality
26:00 – The myth of chasing external success
30:00 – Intelligent struggle: How to grow through failure
33:00 – Public speaking and overcoming fear
36:40 – Self-comparison: Judgment vs curiosity
42:00 – Fulfillment vs achievement
46:00 – Aligning values, behaviors, and goals
50:00 – Neuroscience of mindfulness and stillness
54:30 – The power of breathwork
58:00 – Happiness as a byproduct, not the goal
01:01:00 – Advice to 20-year-olds: Personal Legend Roadmap
01:04:00 – Final thoughts and where to connect with Dr. G
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Hashtags:
#Neuroscience #PerformanceCoaching #MindsetMatters #DrG #PersonalDevelopment #SelfTalk #IntelligentStruggle #HighPerformance #TheAcademyPodcast #GrowthMindset
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May 23, 2025 Millennial Millionaire Ep. 80 - Eric Nicksick
What does it take to build a UFC champion?
In this episode, we go deep with Eric Nicksick—head coach at Xtreme Couture and the man behind some of MMA’s most iconic fighters like Francis Ngannou, Sean Strickland, and Aljamain Sterling. Eric shares how he transitioned from bartender to elite coach, the culture that drives excellence at Xtreme Couture, and how mental resilience plays a bigger role than talent alone.
From the psychology of cornering during fights to building trust through consistency, Eric reveals powerful insights on leadership, accountability, and the grind behind greatness. Whether you’re in combat sports or business, this conversation offers a masterclass in discipline and growth.
⏱️ Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Intro & Eric’s roots in MMA
01:20 – How Eric joined Xtreme Couture
03:00 – From student to coach: staying coachable
04:00 – What makes a great coach?
06:00 – What MMA reveals about mindset
08:00 – Culture, leadership, and building champions
11:40 – What separates talkers from doers in the gym
13:00 – Coaching different fighter personalities
21:00 – Mental warfare and optics in the UFC
42:30 – Advice for average people training martial arts
Connect with Eric Nicksick: https://www.instagram.com/eric_xcmma/
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May 17, 2025 Millennial Millionaire Ep. 79 - Peter Wishnie
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Peter Wishnie—a bestselling author, speaker, and coach for medical professionals—to explore his journey from running a successful podiatry practice to coaching doctors on how to build thriving, sustainable businesses. He unpacks lessons on leadership, burnout, team-building, mindset, and the systems that helped him scale and eventually sell his practice. Dr. Wishnie also shares practical insights on balancing ambition with well-being, how childhood shapes leadership, and the role of visualization in achieving business goals. This is a masterclass in turning professional experience into entrepreneurial freedom.
⏱️ Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Dr. Peter Wishnie
00:45 – From Podiatrist to Business Coach: His Career Pivot
02:20 – Why He Left Practice and Embraced Entrepreneurship
04:00 – Risk vs. Security for Medical Professionals
06:00 – Understanding Burnout and How to Avoid It
07:30 – Why Systems Are Crucial for Scaling a Business
09:00 – Leadership: The Missing Ingredient in Medical Training
11:00 – Childhood Lessons That Shaped His Leadership Style
14:00 – Are Good People Hired or Trained?
15:00 – Cultivating Culture Without Causing Burnout
18:00 – Millennials, Motivation, and Modern Management
20:00 – Communication: The Core of Every Conflict and Solution
21:50 – Risk as a Path to Growth
23:00 – Visualization, the Subconscious Mind & Vision Boards
26:00 – Reprogramming Your Mind for Success
28:00 – The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media
30:30 – The Power of Systems: From Front Desk to Exit Strategy
33:00 – How He Sold His Practice to Private Equity
36:00 – Wealth Creation Principles Every Entrepreneur Should Know
38:30 – Translating Practice Success to Digital Coaching
41:00 – Why Some Coaching Clients Win and Others Don’t
45:00 – Advice to His 20-Year-Old Self
47:00 – Connect with Dr. Peter Wishnie
Connect with Dr. Wishnie:
https://www.peterwishnie.com/
https://www.instagram.com/coach_peterwishnie/
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May 16, 2025 Millennial Millionaire Ep. 79 - Peter Wishnie
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Peter Wishnie—a bestselling author, speaker, and coach for medical professionals—to explore his journey from running a successful podiatry practice to coaching doctors on how to build thriving, sustainable businesses. He unpacks lessons on leadership, burnout, team-building, mindset, and the systems that helped him scale and eventually sell his practice. Dr. Wishnie also shares practical insights on balancing ambition with well-being, how childhood shapes leadership, and the role of visualization in achieving business goals. This is a masterclass in turning professional experience into entrepreneurial freedom.
⏱️ Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Dr. Peter Wishnie
00:45 – From Podiatrist to Business Coach: His Career Pivot
02:20 – Why He Left Practice and Embraced Entrepreneurship
04:00 – Risk vs. Security for Medical Professionals
06:00 – Understanding Burnout and How to Avoid It
07:30 – Why Systems Are Crucial for Scaling a Business
09:00 – Leadership: The Missing Ingredient in Medical Training
11:00 – Childhood Lessons That Shaped His Leadership Style
14:00 – Are Good People Hired or Trained?
15:00 – Cultivating Culture Without Causing Burnout
18:00 – Millennials, Motivation, and Modern Management
20:00 – Communication: The Core of Every Conflict and Solution
21:50 – Risk as a Path to Growth
23:00 – Visualization, the Subconscious Mind & Vision Boards
26:00 – Reprogramming Your Mind for Success
28:00 – The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media
30:30 – The Power of Systems: From Front Desk to Exit Strategy
33:00 – How He Sold His Practice to Private Equity
36:00 – Wealth Creation Principles Every Entrepreneur Should Know
38:30 – Translating Practice Success to Digital Coaching
41:00 – Why Some Coaching Clients Win and Others Don’t
45:00 – Advice to His 20-Year-Old Self
47:00 – Connect with Dr. Peter Wishnie
Connect with Dr. Wishnie:
https://www.peterwishnie.com/
https://www.instagram.com/coach_peterwishnie/
Follow the show for weekly interviews with top entrepreneurs, real estate investors, and creators.state investors, and creators.
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May 02, 2025Millennial Millionaire Ep. 78 - Christian Osgood
In this episode, host Stephen sits down with Christian Osgood, the founder of Multifamily Strategy, who scaled from a couple of duplexes to over 300 rental units using creative finance and relationship-driven deal flow.
Christian shares how he went from a traditional W-2 sales career to full-time investor, how he structured deals with no money down, and the real truths about passive income, cash flow, and building long-term wealth through real estate.
Whether you’re a new investor, a business owner with capital, or someone looking to escape the 9-to-5, this is a must-listen.
Key Topics Covered:
Creative finance simplified
Why finding deals matters more than having capital
How to buy big buildings with little money
Building a business that serves your lifestyle
Myths about passive income and financial freedom
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro & Meet Christian Osgood
02:30 – From duplexes to 300+ units
06:20 – What is creative finance (really)?
10:00 – The deal-debt-equity formula
14:15 – Structuring a $2M seller finance deal
18:30 – Building deal flow through conversations
22:40 – Start fast, fix later: Ready-fire-aim strategy
27:00 – Why group coaching leads to more deals
30:45 – What “passive income” actually looks like
34:00 – $50K/mo portfolio: How much is Christian’s?
38:10 – Growing wealth through real estate
42:00 – Property management + scaling systems
45:00 – Smart expansion vs messy growth
48:15 – Your first deal will cost you (and that’s okay)
51:00 – Starting from one house: Step-by-step
54:30 – Christian’s advice to his younger self
Connect with Christian:
www.multifamilystrategy.com
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57min
April 25, 2025Millennial Millionaire Ep. 77 - Michael Gutschmidt
In this powerhouse episode of Modern Motion, host Steven sits down with longtime friend, Marine Corps veteran, and solar powerhouse Michael Gutschmidt to unpack what it really takes to go from humble beginnings to building a multi-million-dollar life.
Raised in rural Iowa, Michael’s journey took him from working cornfields to fighting in the Marine Corps, then diving headfirst into network marketing and eventually discovering his ultimate vehicle: the solar industry.
Over nearly a decade, Michael has built a reputation for relentless discipline, unwavering values, and leading from the front. In this episode, he shares his insights on:
How direct sales transformed his life
Why ego and comfort destroy more dreams than failure
The role of physical discipline in shaping business success
What it means to serve under great leadership vs. chasing status
The future of solar and the uncommon mindset required to win
Detaching your identity from outcomes and finding deeper fulfillment
This isn’t a fluff piece. It’s raw, real, and deeply tactical. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, team leader, or just someone on the grind — Michael delivers clarity, purpose, and a battle plan for long-term success.
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome + Intro to Michael Gutschmidt
02:00 – From small town Iowa to the Marine Corps to millionaire
05:15 – Discovering entrepreneurship through network marketing
09:00 – Why most people fail (and how ego kills growth)
13:45 – Duplication, leadership, and building real leverage
17:20 – Sacrifice vs. chasing comfort
21:10 – Excellence, discipline & why fitness matters
26:30 – Building success: vehicle, mindset, and hard truth
30:45 – The solar opportunity: Where the market’s really headed
35:00 – What it actually takes to build wealth
39:20 – Detaching self-worth from accomplishments
42:10 – Fitness, sleep, and energy: the trifecta
45:05 – Why Sunder is built different
47:30 – If I could talk to my younger self…

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April 20, 2025Millennial Millionaire Ep. 76 - Chad Peterson
In this raw, unfiltered episode, we're joined by Chad Peterson, the #1 business broker in the country and founder of Peterson Acquisitions.
Chad drops serious game on how to build wealth by buying businesses, leveraging debt, and cutting through the noise most people believe about money, real estate, and retirement.
He breaks down:
Why 401(k)s and IRAs are traps
How the SBA will fund up to $5M for you to buy a business
The truth about side hustles, "legacy," and chasing passion
How to avoid the financial killers of divorce and lawsuits
And why most men (and entrepreneurs) are lying to themselves
This is the episode they won’t play in business school. It’s blunt, controversial, and incredibly valuable.
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome + Chad Peterson Intro
01:15 – What is a business broker, really?
03:20 – Why real estate isn't the golden ticket
06:00 – The SBA loan secret (up to $5M!)
09:10 – Why 401(k)s, IRAs & Wall Street won’t build wealth
12:30 – Can the average person buy a business?
15:05 – Passion cycle: Obsession → Boredom → Burnout
18:20 – When should you sell your business?
21:10 – Should you buy a biz you’re not passionate about?
24:00 – Millennials, mindset, and the problem with chasing
27:15 – Decide → Commit → Execute (stop flipping strategies)
30:25 – The “Be, Do, Have” success model
33:40 – The myth of multiple income streams
36:30 – Side hustles = multiple problems
39:10 – Why mastery is the rarest flex
42:00 – The “work hard vs work smart” conversation
44:45 – Chad’s 3-step formula to wealth
47:00 – The truth about debt (good vs bad)
50:10 – How to protect your wealth (prenups, trusts & lawsuits)
54:00 – Why men are lost (and how society helped)
58:20 – Masculinity, mentorship & the downfall of integrity
1:01:00 – Final thoughts: Do the hard thing — and do it well
📢 Call to Action
🔥 This one was WILD — but real.
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💬 Leave a comment with the biggest truth bomb that hit you
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🔖 Hashtags
#ChadPeterson #BusinessBuying #BuildWealth #ModernMotion #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessInvesting #SBA #FinancialFreedom #RealTalk #MasculinityInCrisis #QuantumStackInvesting
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1h 5min
April 04, 2025 Millennial Millionaire Ep. 75 - 9 Unstoppable Habits
Welcome to another solo episode with Steven Cohen!
As we step into Q2 of 2025, Stephen dives deep into the 9 essential modalities every entrepreneur, sales professional, and self-starter needs to master. This is the real blueprint—from mindset to money—to thrive in direct sales and performance-based business. Whether you're just getting started or scaling fast, this episode is packed with actionable insights, raw truths, and high-performance habits to level up your business and your life.
🔥 Topics include:
Why “being ready” is a lie
The myth of overnight success
Sales, recruiting, and public speaking as survival skills
Emotional intelligence vs. perfectionism
How to buy back your time through systems, teams, and mindset shifts
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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 - Intro: The Season Shift into Spring
02:00 - Why “Being Ready” Is a Lie
03:30 - Modality #1: Mastering Sales (Even If You're Shy)
07:00 - Modality #2: Recruiting Without the Sleaze
10:30 - Modality #3: Why Adversity Is Your Advantage
14:00 - Modality #4: Personal Development as the Ultimate Lever
18:40 - Modality #5: Public Speaking Is the Superpower
22:00 - Modality #6: Emotional Intelligence beats Intelligence Quotient
26:00 - Modality #7: Leadership Is a Daily Practice
30:00 - Modality #8: Time Management and the 80/20 Trap
35:00 - Modality #9: Financial Literacy and the Money Mindset Shift
39:20 - Final Thoughts + Next Steps
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March 28, 2025 Millennial Millionaire Ep. 74 - Ginger King
In this powerful episode of the Millennial Millionaire podcast, host Steven Cohen sits down with Ginger King — award-winning cosmetic chemist, founder of Grace Kingdom Beauty, and certified business coach.
Ginger shares her inspiring journey from being an immigrant with a passion for makeup to launching a thriving consulting business that empowers beauty entrepreneurs around the world. Her story is filled with lessons in persistence, adaptability, and the true spirit of entrepreneurship.
She also discusses how watching Shark Tank sparked her business dreams, how she connected with industry legends like Daymond John through “professional stalking,” and what mindset shifts are necessary to break through limiting beliefs and scale with purpose. From brand-building to self-discipline, this episode is a blueprint for success.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Ginger King
00:50 – How Shark Tank inspired her entrepreneurial path
02:55 – Becoming friends with the Sharks & professional “stalking”
04:20 – Why showing up is rule #1 of success
06:00 – How to bring value to high-level mentors
08:50 – Ginger’s journey into beauty & influence from her mom
11:30 – Turning rejection into opportunity
13:00 – Balancing passion and parental expectations
15:00 – Becoming the only certified coach + chemist in her space
18:45 – Knowing every part of your business
21:00 – Sales, communication & language mastery
23:15 – Scaling tips & moneymaking activity focus
26:10 – Reconnecting with your "why"
28:00 – Hiring quality people starts with YOU
30:00 – Entrepreneurial downsides & client expectations
32:45 – Consulting vs. launching your own brand
35:20 – Why some coaching clients succeed & others don’t
38:10 – Rewiring your mindset and choosing the right mentors
41:00 – Obsession vs. balance: What it really takes
44:00 – Empowering women in business
47:00 – Studying, modeling, and scaling success
50:00 – Ginger’s #1 advice to her younger self
Connect with Us:
🎙 Host – Steven Cohen
Instagram: @stevencohen
TikTok: @gingerkingofficial
LinkedIn: Ginger King
Website: www.GraceKingdomBeauty.com
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52min
February 21, 2025 Millennial Millionaire Ep. 73 - Edmund Bayard
In this episode of The Millennial Millionaire Podcast, host Steven Cohen sits down with Edmund Bayard, the founder of Cumquat Energy & Cumquat Solaire, and one of the most polarizing leaders in the solar industry. From being broke at 30 to making millions in solar, Edmund shares his unfiltered journey of entrepreneurship, branding, and personal transformation.
🔥 Topics Covered in This Episode:
✔️ How Edmund went from couch surfing to flying private
✔️ The power of branding (Why branding beats sales 7 days a week)
✔️ The truth about success (why most people stay stuck)
✔️ Why belief is everything & how to cultivate it 🚀
✔️ How to make millions in sales with attraction marketing
✔️ The mindset shift that separates winners from quitters
✔️ The importance of cash flow & wealth-building strategies
✔️ Lifestyle, high energy & health hacks for peak performance
✔️ The reality of social media (how to use it for success)
✔️ How to network with billionaires & get in the right rooms
Edmund’s story is a masterclass in perseverance, mindset, and execution. If you’re looking to level up your career, brand, and wealth, this is the episode for you! 🔥
Timestamp:
00:00 - Intro: Welcome to The Millennial Millionaire Podcast
00:29 - Meet Edmund Bayard: From Couch Surfing to Ferrari Surfing
01:17 - How Edmund Got Started in Solar (And Why He Stuck With It)
02:40 - The Power of Network Marketing & Entrepreneurship
05:25 - Personal Development vs. Productive Action
07:50 - Branding vs. Sales: Why Branding is King
10:45 - How Edmund Built His Personal Brand & Leveraged Social Media
14:20 - Why Most People Never Succeed in Business
16:57 - The Belief Factor: How to Cultivate an Unstoppable Mindset
22:34 - Success Comes Down to References & Surroundings
26:50 - Why Gratitude & Vision Are the Key to Longevity
31:15 - How Edmund Maintains High Energy & Peak Performance
35:10 - Money Mindset: Spending, Earning & Investing the Right Way
40:42 - The Power of Networking & Getting in the Right Rooms
45:18 - The Real Truth About Building Wealth & Passive Income
50:30 - How to Balance Lifestyle, Success & Personal Growth
55:45 - Edmund’s Advice to His Younger Self (And What He’d Do Differently)
01:02:00 - Final Words & Where to Connect
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📲 Follow Edmund Bayard on Instagram: @EdmundBayard
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1h 7min

FAQs about Millennial Millionaire:

How many episodes does Millennial Millionaire have?

The podcast currently has 82 episodes available.