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#820 What if the only thing standing between you and success is simply taking the next step? In this episode — from Module 6 of our Build My Money Machine program — host Justin Williams brings it all together with one powerful theme: action. This module is your wake-up call to stop overthinking and start doing. You'll hear 25 inspirational quotes that hammer home why taking consistent, focused action is the only path to real results. Learn how to turn big goals into small, manageable to-do lists, track your progress with KPIs, and overcome fear by simply moving forward. Whether you're just starting out or stuck in planning mode, this lesson is your blueprint for building momentum and making massive progress — one step at a time!
(Original Air Date - 7/16/25)
What Justin discusses on today's episode:
+ The power of taking action
+ 25 quotes to spark momentum
+ From planning to doing
+ Breaking goals into to-do lists
+ Tracking progress with KPIs
+ Imperfect action beats inaction
+ Learning by doing, not just thinking
+ Action as the key to clarity
+ Overcoming fear through movement
+ Building success one step at a time
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#819 What if your side hustle could one day replace your full-time career — and give you your life back in the process? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Mike Ettenberg, a former firefighter turned full-time entrepreneur and founder of Frontline Optics, a sunglasses brand built specifically for first responders. Mike shares how a childhood obsession with emergency services and a side gig in college led him to both firefighting and eventually e-commerce. You'll hear how he spent a full year developing a product he knew the market needed, why he swears by the “5 to 9” side hustle strategy, and how he scaled his business while still on shift at the fire station. From bootstrapping with overtime pay to leveraging AI for inventory and ad copy, Mike’s journey is packed with insights for anyone ready to turn a passion into a profitable brand — without burning out along the way!
(Original Air Date - 7/15/25)
What we discuss with Mike:
+ From firefighter to founder
+ Childhood obsession with emergency services
+ Starting a side hustle on shift
+ Solving a real problem with sunglasses
+ Bootstrapping with overtime checks
+ Year-long product development process
+ Building brand loyalty with first responders
+ Using AI for inventory forecasting
+ Growing through Meta ads and Shopify
+ Advice on scaling smart and staying healthy
Thank you, Mike!
Check out Frontline Optics at Frontline-Optics.com.
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#818 What does it take to scale a franchise from zero to 300+ locations in just two years? In this episode, host Brien Gearin is joined once again by Aaron Harper, founder and now Chairman of the Board at Rolling Suds — America’s first and largest power washing franchise. Aaron breaks down how he fired himself as CEO, built a national brand from scratch, and why 60–70% of their business is commercial power washing. He also shares how strategic content marketing and personal storytelling helped drive over 40% of franchise sales in 2024. If you're curious about franchising, scaling service-based businesses, or building authority online — this one's packed with insights!
(Original Air Date - 7/14/25)
What we discuss with Aaron:
+ From CEO to Chairman of the Board
+ 300+ locations in under 3 years
+ National accounts and commercial focus
+ $400K+ average first-year revenue
+ Two-employee teams per truck
+ Residential vs. commercial balance
+ Multi-unit ownership mindset
+ Content marketing drives franchise sales
+ Personal branding builds trust and scale
+ Importance of storytelling in business growth
Thank you, Aaron!
Sign up to be a Rolling Suds franchisee at RollingSudsFranchise.com.
Follow Aaron on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube.
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#817 What started with a garden hose and a vacuum is now a thriving $400K+ detailing business! In this episode, host Brien Gearin chats with Josh Belk, founder of Belk Detailing in Springfield, Missouri. Josh shares how he went from reselling sneakers to building a full-service car detailing company with a growing team, strong brand, and daily inbound leads. You'll hear how he uses Google, Facebook, and social media to drive sales, why great communication trumps fancy equipment, and how he’s built a reputation that keeps customers coming back. If you're thinking about starting or scaling a service-based business, this episode is full of honest insights and practical advice you can use right away!
(Original Air Date - 7/11/25)
What we discuss with Josh:
+ From reselling sneakers to detailing
+ Starting with $30 car details
+ Growing to $400K+ in annual revenue
+ Importance of customer service over products
+ Transitioning from mobile to a shop
+ Marketing through Google, SEO, and social media
+ Daily posting and VA support
+ Building a lean, effective team
+ Why answering the phone matters
+ Sales mindset: qualify, don’t push
Thank you, Josh!
Check out Belk Detailing at BelkMobileDetailing.com.
Follow Josh on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram (here and here).
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#816 What if you could replace your income in just a few years by following a proven business playbook instead of starting from scratch? In this special cross-promotion from Nick Loper’s The Side Hustle Show, Nick sits down with franchise consultant Greg Mohr (FranchiseMaven.com) to break down whether buying a franchise can be a smart “semi-absentee” side hustle. Greg explains why franchises can have lower failure rates than starting from scratch, how to do real due diligence, and what separates the winners. They also dig into what kinds of franchises are most realistic part-time — especially home services and senior care — plus common financing paths like SBA loans and how to think about franchises as both cash flow and an eventual sellable asset!
What Nick discusses with Greg:
+ Franchises vs. startups
+ Semi-passive ownership model
+ Talk to franchisees first
+ Service franchises advantages
+ Franchise fee vs. DIY
+ SBA loan financing options
+ Hire strong general manager
+ Franchise disclosure due diligence
+ Break-even and profit timelines
+ Building sellable business asset
Thank you, Nick and Greg!
Check out The Side Hustle Show.
Check out Franchise Maven.
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
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#815 AI isn’t coming someday — it’s already here, and the people who learn to use it now may have the biggest advantage of the next decade. In Part 2 of this two-part expert panel discussion, host Justin Williams is joined once again by Andrew Giancola, Brien Gearin, and Corey Ganim to explore the rapidly changing world of AI, agents, and entrepreneurship in 2026. The conversation shifts from fast-start business ideas into a practical discussion on how tools like Claude Cowork and other agentic AI platforms can help entrepreneurs save time, improve execution, and dramatically increase productivity. Along the way, the panel breaks down how to think about AI without fear, why upskilling is becoming essential in both business and traditional careers, and how simple systems for focus, time management, and deep work can give entrepreneurs a major edge. This episode is packed with tactical insights for anyone who wants to stay relevant, move faster, and use AI as a real competitive advantage!
What we discuss with Andrew, Brien, Corey, and Justin:
+ AI agents explained
+ Claude Cowork vs OpenClaw
+ Upskilling for job security
+ 30-day AI learning plan
+ ROI framework for tools
+ Agent use cases in business
+ Productivity and deep work
+ Time blocking and batching
+ Avoiding AI overwhelm
+ Staying competitive in 2026
Thank you, Andrew, Brien, Corey, and Justin!
Check out Part 1 of this episode.
Check out Master Money at MasterMoney.co.
Check out Ricochet Digital Marketing at RicochetDM.com.
Check out Return My Time at ReturnMyTime.com.
Check out Millionaire University at MillionaireUniversity.com.
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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#814 What if the fastest path to $10,000 a month isn’t a fancy startup idea — but a simple service business and the courage to knock on doors? In Part 1 of this two-part expert panel discussion, host Justin Williams is joined by Andrew Giancola, Brien Gearin, and Corey Ganim for a high-energy conversation on what they would do if someone needed to make $10,000 per month in just 30 days. From garage cleanouts, pressure washing, and lawn care to AI-powered lead response systems, the group breaks down practical, fast-start business models that reward action, hustle, and strong people skills. Along the way, they share why service-based businesses can be the fastest path to cash flow, why door-to-door selling is still one of the best entrepreneurial training grounds, and how taking imperfect action can put you ahead of almost everyone else!
What we discuss with Andrew, Brien, Corey, and Justin:
+ $10K in 30 days plan
+ Service business cash flow
+ Garage cleanout opportunity
+ Door-to-door sales skills
+ Reverse-engineering income goals
+ Subscription service models
+ Reselling for extra profit
+ Speed-to-lead AI systems
+ Action over perfection
+ Social skills beat analysis
Thank you, Andrew, Brien, Corey, and Justin!
Check out Part 2 of this episode.
Check out Master Money at MasterMoney.co.
Check out Ricochet Digital Marketing at RicochetDM.com.
Check out Return My Time at ReturnMyTime.com.
Check out Millionaire University at MillionaireUniversity.com.
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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#813 What if AI could research potential business acquisitions, analyze customer sentiment, and compile a full report for you — all in minutes? In Part 2 of this two-part episode, host Brien Gearin continues his conversation with Corey Ganim, founder of ReturnMyTime.com, diving deeper into the real-world capabilities of Claude’s Cowork feature. Corey walks through a live example of using AI to identify potential laundromat acquisition targets by scraping online reviews, analyzing sentiment, and building detailed research dossiers automatically. Along the way, Brien and Corey explore how entrepreneurs can use AI to automate research, streamline lead generation, improve marketing systems like Google review requests, and uncover entirely new business opportunities — all while reclaiming valuable time!
What we discuss with Corey:
+ Claude Cowork live demo
+ AI acquisition research example
+ Laundromat opportunity analysis
+ AI-generated research plans
+ Automated web scraping workflows
+ Review sentiment analysis
+ AI-powered lead generation
+ Automating Google review requests
+ Business ideas using AI data
+ Turning AI into ROI
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.
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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#812 What if you could have an AI assistant that not only answers questions — but actually does the work for you? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, host Brien Gearin welcomes back Corey Ganim, founder of ReturnMyTime.com, for a live walkthrough of Claude — the powerful AI platform built by Anthropic. Corey breaks down the differences between Claude Chat, Claude Cowork, and Claude Code, explaining how each tool fits into the growing AI ecosystem for entrepreneurs. Together, Brien and Corey explore why Claude may outperform other AI tools for writing and marketing tasks, how projects and brand voice training can streamline content creation, and how the new Claude Cowork feature can automate real-world business tasks like email drafting, research, and data analysis. This episode serves as a beginner-friendly masterclass for entrepreneurs who want to start using AI to reclaim their time and boost productivity!
What we discuss with Corey:
+ Claude vs ChatGPT
+ Claude Chat overview
+ Claude Cowork automation
+ Claude Code capabilities
+ AI for business workflows
+ Brand voice AI training
+ Automating email replies
+ AI-powered research tasks
+ AI connectors & integrations
+ Entrepreneur productivity with AI
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.
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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#811 What if your customers aren’t the only people you should be marketing to? In this powerful episode, Rand Fishkin — legendary marketer, Moz founder, and co-founder of SparkToro — joins host Kirsten Tyrrel to bust common myths about audience research and reveal what most entrepreneurs are missing. Rand explains the difference between your customers and your audience, and why failing to understand that distinction could be costing you growth. You’ll learn why “make something people want” is only half the battle — and why you also need to make something people want to talk about. From human virality to influencer outreach, and a live SparkToro demo to spot-on marketing insights, this episode is packed with strategies to help you make better decisions, test smarter, and grow faster!
(Original Air Date - 7/10/25)
What we discuss with Rand:
+ Why "make something people want" is incomplete
+ The difference between customers and audience
+ How to engineer product virality
+ Importance of amplifiers and influencers
+ Common misconceptions about audience research
+ Live SparkToro demo with insights
+ Why follower count ≠ real influence
+ Organic marketing vs. paid marketing
+ Benefits of third-party customer interviews
Thank you, Rand!
Check out SparkToro at SparkToro.com.
Check out Snackbar Studio at SnackbarStudio.com.
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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