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265. Want to build a personal brand that makes people instantly think of you? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we're diving deep into personal branding with the incredible Christine Gritmon. If you’re a service provider, info product creator, or entrepreneur looking to build a brand that truly represents you, this is a must-listen! Christine shares her journey from journalism to social media and branding, revealing how to craft an authentic personal brand from the inside out. We discuss how to lean into your unique strengths, stand out in your industry, and attract the right audience — without feeling like you have to be everywhere at once. Get ready for actionable strategies to build a personal brand that makes an impact!

+ Alignment over force – why branding should feel natural

+ Christine’s career pivot – from journalism to personal branding

+ Power of personal branding – how it helps you stand out

+ Beyond logos and colors – branding is deeper than visuals

+ Inside-Out Branding – building a brand from your core

+ Skills vs. tasks – focus on what truly lights you up

+ You don’t need to be everywhere – choose what works for you

+ Branding enables pivots – build around who you are

+ Authenticity wins – be clear on who you are (and aren’t)

+ Know, like, trust – the key to long-term business success

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264. In this episode I share the curriculum I would implement if I were in charge of the college education system, and the curriculum that I will implement someday if I start a physical entrepreneurial school of my own. A school that would replace college for young people. I share how we will be adapting this curriculum for our son who just finished high school and how you can adapt it for your own personal situation. Enjoy!

(Original Air Date - 8/10/23)

+ Introduction to the Perfect Curriculum

+ The Problem with Traditional College Education

+ Personal Dilemma: My Son's Education

+ Epiphany: A New Curriculum

+ The Ideal Entrepreneurial College Curriculum

+ Class 1: Business Book Club and General Content Education

+ Class 2: Business Fundamentals

+ Class 3: Digital Marketing

+ Class 4: Video and Audio Creation

+ Class 5: Mindset and Self Development

+ Class 6: Finance and Accounting

+ Class 7: Business Opportunities

+ Class 8: Mastermind and Sharing Session

+ Adapting the Curriculum to Different Situations

+ The Importance of Just-in-Time Learning

+ Future Plans for the Curriculum

+ Conclusion and Contact Information

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263. In this episode, Justin shares why some businesses plateau and how understanding and using at least one or multiple points of leverage will help you break through those plateaus so you can grow your business and get back more time to do more of what you love.

(Original Air Date - 8/7/23)

+ Introduction and Energy Levels

+ Understanding Leverage in Business

+ The Importance of Taking Action

+ The Struggles of Business Owners

+ Implementing Points of Leverage

+ Leverage Point 1: People

+ Leverage Point 2: Processes and Systems

+ Leverage Point 3: Tools and Software

+ Leverage Point 4: Media

+ Leverage Point 5: Money

+ Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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262. Does pitching your services feel overwhelming? You’re not alone! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, copywriting expert Lisa Fernandez shares her holistic approach to pitching with confidence and authenticity. From navigating career uncertainty to building a thriving freelance business, Lisa reveals how trusting your instincts, embracing resilience, and leading with value can transform the way you connect with clients. Lisa is a story-driven copywriter and strategist who creates content that drives results. Lisa believes storytelling is the most powerful way to inspire, connect, and create meaningful change. Whether you're just starting out or refining your sales strategy, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to help you pitch from a place of alignment — without feeling desperate or pushy. Tune in and get ready to elevate your approach to selling your services!

+ Overcoming fear of pitching

+ Lisa’s career transition story

+ The power of specificity & authenticity

+ Detaching from pitch outcomes

+ Trusting intuition in business

+ Pitching as an ongoing skill

+ Rethinking job security myths

+ Handling rejection with resilience

+ Bridging employment & entrepreneurship

+ Pitching as a creative process

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261. In this episode Brien Gearin speaks with Apolonio (Apps) Garcia of Health Guard Risk Management Software Healthguardsecurity.com on how he went from serving in the Navy to growing a successful SaaS business helping hospitals around the country and their patients stay safe!

(Original Air Date - 8/3/23)

+ Introduction

+ Welcome to the Millionaire University Podcast

+ Sharing Personal Feelings and Vision for Millionaire University

+ The Journey of Building the Millionaire University Team

+ Brian's First Interview Experience

+ Interview with Apollonia Aps Garcia

+ Apps's Journey from Navy to Entrepreneurship

+ The Importance of Customer Relationships in Business

+ Transition from IT to Healthcare Risk Management

+ The Journey of Building HealthGuard's Software

+ The Role of AI in Risk Management

+ Closing Remarks and Future Plans

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260. Want to know the ultimate networking hack that can skyrocket your business and open doors you never thought possible? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with networking and personal development expert Travis Chappell, founder of Guestio and host of Travis Makes Money. Travis shares his journey from aspiring pastor to door-to-door sales, and how those experiences shaped his ability to handle rejection, build confidence, and create opportunities. They dive deep into the power of relationship-building in business, the game-changing role of podcasting for networking, and why being a giver leads to long-term success. Whether you're an introvert looking to expand your connections or an entrepreneur seeking your next breakthrough, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you level up!

+ Handling rejection – Lessons from door-to-door sales

+ Building strong relationships – A must for business success

+ Podcasting for networking – A powerful tool for connections

+ Give more than you take – The key to long-term success

+ Networking as an introvert – Strategies to thrive

+ Investing in yourself – Events, masterminds, and coaching

+ Confidence and risk-taking – How belief fuels success

+ Sales skills for life – Communication and persuasion

+ Authentic networking – Avoiding the “networking Ned” approach

+ Surrounding yourself with winners – The impact of environment

Check out Travis Chappell at TravisChappell.com.

Check out Guestio at Guestio.com.

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259. Lately I've been thinking a lot about why it is that some people are consistently successful and why others are consistently not reaching their goals or getting the things they want out of life. As I was thinking of some of the patterns I've noticed I realized the all the words I was thinking of started with an acronym which spelled LACK. BOOM! I've always wanted to come up with a cool acronym!

In today's episode I will talk about why some LACK and others don't and what to do about it!

(Original Air Date - 7/31/23)

+ Introduction to the LAC Acronym

+ Updates from Millionaire University HQ

+ Understanding Success and Failure

+ Unveiling the LAC Acronym

+ The 'L' in LAC: Laziness

+ The 'A' in LAC: Action and Accountability

+ The 'C' in LAC: Consistency and Courage

+ The 'K' in LAC: Knowledge

+ Conclusion and Future Plans

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258. Hiding from the camera is hiding from your clients — so how do you show up with confidence and impact? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with media powerhouse Kim Rittberg to dive deep into the power of video content. Kim shares her journey from TV producer to digital media strategist and reveals why visibility is the key to business growth. She breaks down the mindset shifts needed to show up on camera confidently, her proven PATCH method for on-camera success, and the four C’s of content that converts. Whether you’re camera-shy or looking to refine your video presence, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you create videos that connect, engage, and drive results. Don’t let fear hold you back — your audience is waiting!

+ Visibility drives business growth

+ Kim’s journey from TV to entrepreneurship

+ Overcoming fear of being on camera

+ The PATCH method for confidence

+ Four C’s of high-converting video

+ How video converts to cash

+ Finding your authentic voice

+ Easy ways to practice on camera

+ Platform-specific video strategies

+ Consistency and testing for success

Check out Kim Rittberg at KimRittberg.com.

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257. In this episode we disclose our Top Secret Calendaring system.

Once you have clarity and a vision of what you want to do, you'll have to be organized and have a system for getting crap done!

In today's lesson we talk about the calendaring system that we've developed and have been using for the past 15 years!

In our years of working with people, we've come to find that most aren't super organized and don't have a great way to plan and get essential "to do" items done.

Execution is where the rubber meets the road and if you're not organized and have clear priorities and know where to focus each day you won't reach accomplish your goals.

The system/process we outline in today's episode is super simple, free and something everyone can do.

If you're ready to take you're executing skills to the next level this is an episode you don't want to miss.

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(Original Air Date - 7/27/23)

+ Introduction to Calendaring

+ The Importance of Calendaring

+ The Chaos of Not Using a Calendar

+ How We Use Calendaring

+ The Power of Google Calendar

+ Taking Control of Your Life with Calendaring

+ Using Google Calendar for Daily Tasks

+ Color Coding Your Calendar

+ The Benefits of Calendaring

+ Using Reminders and Alarms

+ The Impact of Calendaring on Creativity

+ Reducing Anxiety with Calendaring

+ Achieving Goals with Calendaring

+ The Importance of Keeping a Calendar

+ Prioritizing Tasks and Dealing with Interruptions

+ The Art of Saying No and Protecting Your Time

+ Balancing Work and Family Life

+ The Importance of Password Organization

+ The Role of Flexibility in Planning

+ The Power of Saying No and Setting Boundaries

+ The Impact of Effective Scheduling on Personal and Business Life

+ Conclusion: Taking Control of Your Life

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256. In today's lesson Tara and Justin talk about how to find, hire, train, retain, empower, and create win-win relationships with employees contractors and partners to help you grow your business and reach your goals.

(Original Air Date - 7/24/23)

+ Introduction to Working with People

+ Reviewing Listener Feedback

+ The Importance of People in Business

+ The Reality of Hiring

+ The Fear of Starting

+ The Importance of Taking Action

+ The Process of Hiring

+ The Experience of Hiring

+ The Pros and Cons of Hiring Family and Friends

+ The Process of Hiring from Job Boards

+ The Importance of Feedback in Hiring

+ The Experience of Hiring from Different Sources

+ The Process of Interviewing and Selecting Candidates

+ The Importance of Communication in Hiring

+ The Importance of Training in Hiring

+ The Importance of Retention in Hiring

+ The Cost of Keeping Toxic Employees

+ The Importance of Fair Compensation

+ The Power of Future Vision in Employee Retention

+ The Challenge of Letting Go and Delegating

+ The Role of Empowerment in Employee Performance

+ The Importance of Contracts and Agreements

+ The Role of Equity in Business Partnerships

+ The Importance of Hiring and Providing Jobs

+ The Power of Calendaring in Business

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