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#919 What do a former oil and gas worker, a bag of masonry sand, and a two-man crew have in common? They're the foundation of a $500,000-a-year lawn leveling business! In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Brandon McClellan of Central Texas Lawn Leveling joins us to break down exactly how he built a thriving niche service business from the ground up — literally. Brandon walks us through what lawn leveling actually is, the custom 80/20 sand-and-compost blend his company pioneered, and the hard-won financial lessons that nearly sank him before he figured out how to price jobs correctly. If you've ever wondered why your business revenue looks great on paper but your bank account tells a different story, this episode is for you!
What we discuss with Brandon:
+ What lawn leveling actually is
+ Sand vs. soil blends for leveling
+ How Brandon pioneered the 80/20 mix
+ Starting with neighbors as first customers
+ Pricing jobs correctly from the start
+ Hidden costs most operators overlook
+ Why revenue doesn't always equal profit
+ Labor challenges and hiring lessons
+ Pivoting toward commercial and estate clients
+ Building a custom calculator to stay profitable
Thank you, Brandon!
Check out Part 2 of this episode.
Check out Central Texas Lawn Leveling at CentralTexasLawnLeveling.com.
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#918 Want to launch a podcast that actually grows your business? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Colin Gray, founder of Alitu and The Podcast Host, to unpack his journey from university lecturer to running one of the largest podcasting education platforms and SaaS tools in the space. Colin shares how he built his audience, pivoted from client work to education, and bootstrapped a powerful all-in-one podcasting platform used by thousands. From monetization tips to creating unique shows that stand out, this conversation is packed with insights for anyone looking to start or scale a podcast the smart way!
(Original Air Date - 9/23/25)
What we discuss with Colin:
+ Colin Gray’s origin in education
+ Discovering podcasting in 2006–07
+ Building The Podcast Host blog & audience
+ Transition from client work to courses
+ Early failure with “Fan Fission” courses
+ Growth of Podcast Academy membership
+ Bootstrapping Alitu in 2017
+ Simplifying podcast editing & hosting
+ Marketing through content & email
+ Advice for starting a podcast
Thank you, Colin!
Check out Colin Gray.
Check out The Podcast Host at ThePodcastHost.com.
Check out Alitu at Alitu.com.
Follow Colin on LinkedIn and YouTube.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
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#917 Ever wondered if you could turn your voice into a six-figure business? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with veteran voice actor and coach Paul Schmidt to unpack how he built a thriving six-figure career in voiceover. Paul shares his journey from radio to freelancing, why direct client outreach beats waiting on agents or casting sites, and how his background in sales and marketing gave him an edge in landing repeat clients. He breaks down the training process, industry niches, and outreach strategies every aspiring voice actor needs to know, plus offers insider advice on pricing, positioning, and avoiding common pitfalls. Whether you’re curious about getting started in voiceover or want to sharpen your client-acquisition skills, this conversation is a masterclass in turning your voice into a profitable business!
(Original Air Date - 9/22/25)
What we discuss with Paul:
+ Transition from radio to voice acting
+ Building a six-figure VO business
+ Importance of sales and marketing skills
+ Direct outreach vs. agents/casting sites
+ Training and coaching for voiceover success
+ Finding your niche and genius zone
+ Using avatars to target ideal clients
+ Tools like LinkedIn and Apollo.io for outreach
+ Pricing, rate guides, and knowing your worth
+ Playing the long game with repeat clients
Thank you, Paul!
Check out VO Pro at VOPro.pro.
Check out Paul Schmidt at PaulSchmidtVoice.com.
Get the 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in VO.
Follow Paul on Facebook and YouTube.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
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#916 What happens when a frugal newlywed couple turns a mattress shopping headache into a multi-million dollar business? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Derek Hales, founder of NapLab, shares how his side project reviewing mattresses exploded into a data-driven empire. He walks us through the early days of testing beds in his one-bedroom apartment, building trust through transparency, and scaling into a team of seven with a dedicated lab. Derek reveals his three golden rules for affiliate success (complex, boring, expensive), how to find your niche, build trust with your audience, and create content that ranks. Whether you're curious about affiliate marketing, SEO, or building review-based businesses, this deep dive is packed with practical wisdom and behind-the-scenes insights!
(Original Air Date - 9/19/25)
What we discuss with Derek:
+ Origin of NapLab from a personal mattress search
+ Affiliate marketing as primary revenue model
+ Importance of testing complex, boring, expensive products
+ SEO and timing behind early site success
+ Building trust through unbiased, data-driven reviews
+ Scaling from a one-bedroom apartment to a full team
+ Structured review process with objective metrics
+ Leveraging social content without relying on it
+ Lessons from launching and selling Sleepopolis
+ Staying niche-focused to maintain authority
Thank you, Derek!
Check out NapLab at NapLab.com.
Take the personalized mattress quiz.
Contact Derek.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
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#915 If you've ever wondered what it really takes to buy, grow, and scale a dry cleaning business, this episode is your blueprint! In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with dry cleaning veteran Ian Noble for part two of their conversation on building a successful dry cleaning operation. Ian shares what your first 90 days as a new owner should actually look like (hint: slow down before you shake things up), why wash and fold services transformed his business — representing 60% of his delivery revenue — and how modern point-of-sale systems can help you market smarter with automated texts, referral programs, and targeted coupons based on customer behavior. Ian also breaks down the art of choosing the right location, from sitting in parking lots during rush hour to avoiding trendy mixed-use retail spaces, and shares a clever hack for acquiring customers from closing competitors before they find someone else. Whether you're thinking about buying your first dry cleaner or looking to scale what you already have, this episode is packed with practical, hard-won advice!
What we discuss with Ian:
+ What to prioritize in your first 90 days
+ Winning over existing staff as a new owner
+ Adding wash and fold as a revenue stream
+ Building customer loyalty programs
+ Using SMS and automation to drive traffic
+ Acquiring customers from closing competitors
+ Choosing the right location and side of the road
+ Geo-targeting and retargeting nearby competitors
+ Collecting payment upfront from customers
+ Ideal store size and layout considerations
Thank you, Ian!
Check out Part 1.
Check out RunSteady Investments at RunSteadyInvestments.com.
Follow Ian on LinkedIn.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
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#914 What happens when a frustrated mom turns a bad product review experience into a nationally recognized consumer trust brand? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Sharon Vinderine, founder of Parent Tested Parent Approved (PTPA), to unpack how she built one of North America’s most respected consumer certification programs. Sharon shares how her journey began on tech rooftops, evolved into a game-changing product testing model, and led to over 300 TV appearances including Rachel Ray and Steve Harvey. You’ll hear how she grew a quarter-million tester network, fought against the rise of “awards-washing,” and built a high-integrity business that helps brands earn real trust and families make smarter purchases!
(Original Air Date - 9/18/25)
What we discuss with Sharon:
+ From tech founder to mompreneur
+ Inspiration behind creating PTPA
+ The problem with pay-to-play awards
+ How PTPA’s product testing works
+ Building trust with real parent feedback
+ Getting on TV without a PR firm
+ Scaling awareness through media appearances
+ Running a lean, 7-person company
+ Differentiating with authenticity and refunds
+ Impact through $1M+ in product giveaways
Thank you, Sharon!
Check out Parent Tested Parent Approved at PTPA.com.
Follow Sharon on LinkedIn.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
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#913 What if you could get a world-class business education for less than a Netflix subscription? In this episode, hosts Justin and Tara Williams share the story behind their brand-new Millionaire University — a community-based learning platform launching June 16th at the unbelievable founding member price of just $47 for a full year. They break down the three core frameworks that drive everything inside MU: Clarity (getting laser-focused on your life vision, money goals, and business idea), Implementation (actually taking action despite the fear and isolation that trips up so many entrepreneurs), and Automation (building systems that create semi-passive and passive income so your time is truly your own). Along the way, they draw a fun parallel to Disneyland — because just like navigating the park, building a business is a whole lot easier when you have guides, frameworks, and a tribe cheering you on. Head to millionaireuniversity.com to grab your founding member spot before enrollment closes!
What we discuss with Justin & Tara:
+ Millionaire University launches June 16th
+ Founding member price: $47/year
+ The power of entrepreneurial community
+ Framework #1: Clarity — know your goals
+ Framework #2: Implementation — take action
+ Framework #3: Automation — build passive income
+ Borrowed belief and why your tribe matters
+ Active vs. semi-passive vs. fully passive income
+ Why the traditional education system falls short
+ Free tool: fiveminutebusinessplan.com
Thank you, Justin & Tara!
Check out Millionaire University at MillionaireUniversity.com.
Get your free 5-Minute Business Plan.
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.
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#912 Want to land more podcast interviews and pitch like a pro? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Parker Olson, co-founder of PodPitch, to explore the intersection of automation, podcasting, and entrepreneurship. Parker shares how his tool helps experts and businesses get booked on the right shows through AI-powered outreach — and reveals the common mistakes people make when trying to pitch themselves. They also dive into why starting with a clear “listener promise” is essential for any new podcast, how to validate your business idea by asking the hard questions early, and why making your first dollar fast can be the best product development strategy of all!
(Original Air Date - 9/16/25)
What we discuss with Parker:
+ What makes a great podcast pitch
+ Common mistakes when pitching shows
+ Importance of a clear listener promise
+ How PodPitch automates outreach
+ Vetting active vs. inactive podcasts
+ Why value > self-promotion on interviews
+ ROI of podcast guest appearances
+ Validating ideas by asking for payment
+ B2B vs. B2C sales psychology
+ Building simple tools before scaling
Thank you, Parker!
Use code MILLIONAIRE for $100 off your first month of PodPitch.
Follow Parker on LinkedIn.
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
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#911 If you thought Part 1 was packed with value, Part 2 takes it even further! In this conclusion to our 2-part series, host Brien Gearin continues his conversation with Corey Ganim — host of the "Build with AI" podcast and owner of Return My Time — diving into the final three pillars of his AI Operating System: Finance, Operations, and Intelligence. Corey introduces the Weekly P&L One-Pager, a skill that gives business owners a real-time pulse on their finances instead of waiting 45 days for last month's numbers. He then walks through how to fully automate client onboarding — turning a 30-to-45-minute manual process into a seamless, error-free experience that runs itself. Finally, Corey shares a powerful Intelligence skill that generates a personalized one-page client brief before every call, helping you show up fully informed and deliver a world-class experience every time. He also breaks down his three levers of ROI — effectiveness, efficiency, and quality — so you can evaluate any AI tool or implementation with clarity. If you're ready to stop being reactive in your business and start letting AI do the heavy lifting, this episode is your blueprint!
What we discuss with Corey:
+ The Weekly P&L One-Pager skill
+ Stop waiting 45 days for financials
+ Course-correct mid-month, not after
+ Automating client onboarding end-to-end
+ Saving 30-45 minutes per new client
+ AI-generated pre-call client briefs
+ The three levers of ROI
+ Setting permissions and guardrails for AI
+ Treat Claude like a new employee
+ Connecting AI to your financial tools safely
Thank you, Corey!
Check out Part 1 of this episode.
Check out Return My Time at ReturnMyTime.com.
Listen to The Build With AI Podcast.
Work with Corey.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.
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#910 If your business is growing but you are the bottleneck, this episode will change the way you work forever! In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Corey Ganim — host of the "Build with AI" podcast and owner of Return My Time — to break down his AI Operating System, a practical framework for installing AI into every part of your business so you can scale without hiring and without learning to code. Corey walks through the three-tool foundation (Claude, Claude Cowork, and Skills) and dives deep into the first two of five business pillars: Sales and Marketing. You'll learn why speed to lead is the single highest-ROI opportunity for most small businesses — backed by an MIT study showing you're 21x more likely to close a deal if you respond in under five minutes — and how to build an AI-powered system that sends personalized responses to new leads around the clock. Corey also shares a simple but powerful marketing skill that turns a 30-second voice memo into a polished LinkedIn post, saving business owners hours every week!
What we discuss with Corey:
+ AI Operating System: scale without hiring or coding
+ 3 tools: Claude (brain), Cowork (hands), Skills (playbooks)
+ Skills = AI-executable SOPs
+ Speed to lead is your biggest revenue opportunity
+ Average B2B response time: 42 hours
+ MIT study: 21x more likely to close in under 5 minutes
+ AI sends personalized lead responses around the clock
+ Voice memo → polished LinkedIn post on autopilot
+ 5 skills = ~250 hours saved per year
+ AI handles sales & marketing so you stop being the bottleneck
Thank you, Corey!
Check out Part 2 of this episode.
Check out Return My Time at ReturnMyTime.com.
Listen to The Build With AI Podcast.
Work with Corey.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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