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Introducing 139. Inside Amazon Wholesaling: Corey Ganim's Path to $3.2 Million from Millionaire University.

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In this episode of the Millionaire University Podcast, Brien Gearin interviews Corey Ganim, an Amazon wholesale expert who shares his journey to creating a seven-figure business by reselling products on Amazon. They dive deep into the intricacies of wholesale on Amazon, touching upon product selection, sourcing strategies, logistics, and the importance of strong supplier relationships. Corey also discusses the operational aspects of his lean team and key lessons in managing a capital-intensive business.

+ Introduction to Corey Ganim and His Business Model

+ How Strollers Got Him on The Millionaire Path

+ Navigating Amazon Listings and the Buy Box

+ Finding the Right Products and Suppliers, Don't Overcomplicate It

+ Why He Leans Towards the Unsexy Products

+ His Process For Working with Distributors and Manufacturers

+ FBA vs. FBM and Logistic Strategies

+ Financial Management and Profit Margins

+ Operating a Lean Team and Expanding with Content

+ Favorite Resources for Amazon Wholesaling

+ Advice for Entrepreneurs

SmartScout.com - Find product opportunities no one else can on Amazon

OnlineJobs.ph - The Job Board for Virtual Workers in the Philippines

Seller Snap - The most advanced AI Amazon repricer and business intelligence software on the market

Repricer.com - Maximize Sales and Profits with the World's #1 Repricer

Profit First by Mike Michalowicz - Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine

Profit First for Ecommerce Sellers: by Cyndi Thomason - Transform Your Ecommerce Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine 

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To learn more about Corey Ganim, check out his Podcast, The Amazon Wholesale Podcast and follow Corey Ganim on YouTube, where he shares valuable insights and content related to Amazon wholesale.

Sign up for our FREE Business Course - over 300+ new business ideas, also includes the 7 Phases of a business, so you know where you are now and where you need to go next. You'll also get 7 of the most popular marketing strategies and 31 stay-on-track hacks that successful millionaires follow to grow and automate their businesses. Go to https://www.millionaireuniversity.com/training.

And if you want us to answer your business questions on an upcoming episode, drop us a line at [email protected].

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If you haven't checked out our episode with Chris Brown's about his Billboard business that generates over $30k passive income, click here.

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Robert L. Day is the passion behind weAudit.com. He firmly believes that saving companies is saving jobs and ultimately saving families. As Managing Partner of weAudit.com, Robert is highly focused on driving all aspects of the firm’s growth and strategic vision. Since its inception in 2009, under Robert’s leadership, weAudit.com has evolved from a modest start-up to America’s #1 Credit Card Processing Auditing Firm.

Published in 2023, Robert's newest book, The Great American Heist - How Credit Card Processors Steal Businesses' Profits (foreword written by Kevin Harrington from the hit TV show Shark Tank), gives a behind-the-scenes look into the world of deceptive overbilling showing just how it’s done, further cementing his authority in the field of credit card processing. (Available at major retailers such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other book outlets.)

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Robert Day about uncovering hidden credit card fees.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How WeAudit.com was born out a desire to help businesses avoid unnecessary fees and reclaim lost profits.

- How WeAudit.com focuses on saving companies’ money by identifying and eliminating hidden fees in credit card processing.

- How saving companies in turn saves jobs and supports families.

- How credit card processing lacks sufficient oversight, allowing processors to add unauthorized fees.

- How it’s important for successful businesses to focus on customer satisfaction and ethical business practices.

Connect with Robert:

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Twitter

@Robert_L_Day

Facebook

facebook.com/weaudit

LinkedIn

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Links Mentioned:

WeAudit.com

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Introducing 125. How to Start and Grow a Vending Machine Business with Little to No Money with Mike Hoffman from Millionaire University.

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Building a lucrative income stream through vending machines is the discussion for today's podcast. Mike Hoffman from mrpassive.com shares how he transitioned from a career in sports science and real estate to managing 25 vending machines that yield significant monthly profits. The conversation covers the initial investment, operational strategies, and the high profitability of vending machines compared to stocks and real estate. Mike also emphasizes the growing potential of the vending industry, especially with technology advancements and market saturation ripe for disruption. Listeners can learn about the ease of starting and scaling a vending machine business, hiring strategies, and the long-term financial benefits and equity-building potential of this venture.

+ Meet Mike Hoffman: From Sports to Vending Machines

+ The Journey to Vending Machine Success

+ Why Vending Machines Over Real Estate?

+ Earning Potential and Location Strategy

+ Getting Started with Vending Machines

+ Stocking and Managing Your Vending Machines

+ Hiring and Scaling Your Vending Business

+ The Importance of Technology in Vending

+ Disrupting the Vending Industry

+ Buying and Valuing Vending Routes

+ Expanding Vending Operations

+ Vending in Hotels and Remote Management

+ Time Commitment and Profitability

+ Challenges and Liabilities in Vending

+ Future of the Vending Industry

+ Final Thoughts and Advice

A BIG thank you to Mike for sponsoring today's episode and for sharing so much value! To learn more about starting your own vending machine business, go to Mr.Passive.com.

And to connect with Mike check him out on Instagram and Youtube.

To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.

Sign up for our FREE Millionaire University Business Course - Understand the 7 Phases of A business, so you know where you are now and where you need to go next! Go to https://www.millionaireuniversity.com/training.

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John and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. They bootstrapped their business into the world’s largest sock store. John is not only a business owner, but he has Down syndrome. Every day, John and Mark show what people with differing abilities can do – more than half their colleagues have a differing ability. And they show their gratitude through their Giving Back program that has raised nearly $700,000 for their charity partners. Most of all, they are spreading happiness one pair of socks at a time.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with John and Mark Cronin about creating a crazy successful sock company.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How directly engaging with your clients turns them into repeat customers who promote their product by word-of-mouth.

- Why it’s important to create opportunities for people with different abilities.

- How John’s Crazy Socks blends a social mission with commercial goals, while focusing on creating opportunities with different abilities.

- Why it’s important to create a positive customer experience for clients and a great work environment for employees.

- How integrating social goals with business objectives and promoting inclusivity and community engagement has led to the success of John’s Crazy Socks.

Connect with John and Mark:

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@JohnsCrazySocks

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@johnscrazysocks

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LinkedIn

linkedin.com/company-john-s-crazy-socks

Links Mentioned:

johnscrazysocks.com

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Introducing 138. The Blogging Blueprint: Success Strategies from Mint Arrow's Corinne Stokoe from Millionaire University.

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Join Kirsten as she interviews Corinne, the founder of the successful blog Mint Arrow, on the Millionaire University podcast. In this episode, Corinne shares her journey from starting her blog during her struggle with postpartum depression to transforming it into a full-time income source. They delve into the evolution of blogging, the importance of SEO, and strategies for monetizing a blog through affiliate links and paid partnerships. Corinne also emphasizes the significance of consistency, selecting a niche, and diversifying income streams. With insights on team management and balancing work, this conversation provides valuable tips for aspiring bloggers and established content creators alike.

+ The Evolution of Blogging

+ Starting Mint Arrow

+ Consistency and SEO in Blogging

+ Choosing a Strong Blog Name

+ The Importance of Owning Your Traffic

+ Monetizing Your Blog

+ Growing Your Email List

+ Effective Use of Quizzes in Blogs

+ Leveraging Email Lists for Growth

+ The Role of Pinterest in Blogging

+ Choosing the Right Social Media Platform

+ Building and Managing a Team

+ Repurposing Content for Scalability

+ Planning and Systematizing Content

+ Starting a Blog: Key Takeaways

Connect with Corrine on Instagram HERE. Check out her successful blog and find a high-end deal in one of her thousands of posts HERE!

Sign up for our FREE Business Course - over 300+ new business ideas, also includes the 7 Phases of a business, so you know where you are now and where you need to go next. You'll also get 7 of the most popular marketing strategies and 31 stay-on-track hacks that successful millionaires follow to grow and automate their businesses. Go to https://www.millionaireuniversity.com/training.

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Bob King is an author, closing coach, filmmaker, and sales superstar. He consults with sales teams and sales professionals of all types—from retail to in-home sales to business-to-business—bringing One-Call Magic to pitches, curing slumps, boosting team performance, and turning total strangers into happy customers, often at the very first meeting.

His directorial debut, Psycho Beach Party, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and was still on the staff favorites shelf when the last video rental store was shut down.

Bob has won numerous awards from various employers, including “Sales Star of the Year” many years running at his current job.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Bob King about his book, The Joy of Closing.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How The Joy of Closing aims to redefine closing by demonstrating its positive aspects and utility in business and personal growth.

- Why trust and service create happy customers ensuring sustained business success.

- How trust is crucial when it comes to securing and retaining customers.

- Why having a cohesive and effective pitch is essential for a successful closing.

- How maintaining contact with your customers post-sale is vital to secure referrals and repeat business.

Connect with Bob:

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@bobking3400

LinkedIn

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Links Mentioned:

joyofclosing.com

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Introducing 159. Balancing Love, Business, and Family with Tara and Justin Williams from Millionaire University.

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You've heard Justin and Tara talk about their journey as entrepreneurs, but have you heard about how they struggled to stay married while owning a business and having 3 kids along the way? Running a business together can test any marriage, but Justin and Tara have found ways to thrive. They share the secrets behind their strong partnership, both in life and in business, and how they’ve achieved their financial goals without compromising their relationship. So join us in this engaging episode, where Brian Ondrako interviews Justin and Tara about their journey from college dropouts to successful entrepreneurs. They delve deep into the importance of taking control of your life, the trials and triumphs of building a business, and maintaining a strong marriage amidst challenges. They also share valuable advice on parenting and nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit in their children.

+ The Catalyst Moment: When Dropping Out Became the Best Decision

+ Building the Business Dream: Choosing your type of 'hard' in life, knowing that doing hard things often brings long-term financial benefits.

+ Financial Struggles and the Art of Risk-Taking: Battling Tara's fear of losing money and Justin's tolerance for high-risk ideas

+ Parenting Insights: Raising the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs

+ Marriage and Business Partnership: Strength in Unity - The significance of open communication, emotional intelligence, and supporting each other's strengths.

+ Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: How to take control of one's life and deal with the uncertainty in the epic entrepreneurial journey.

Talker steps (sharer of feelings):

1- How have they gotten better at the behavior that upset you?

"I want to begin by thanking you for...."

2-How were they possibly innocent because other factors influenced their behavior, such as their upbringing and circumstances?

"And I want to acknowledge that..."

3- What did you do that may have influenced their hurtful behavior? How is your reaction intensified from wounds or values in your past?

"I also want to acknowledge that..."

4- Express your complaint without "you" or "always/never," along with your core needs.

"There's been a pattern of __________ and it's made me feel __________ and it taps into my core need for __________."

Listener steps:

1- Summarize their complaint to ensure you heard it correctly. "So, what I hear you saying is __________." (50% rule)

2- Take ownership of the part you're owning without excuses starting with "I know that l've had a tendency to...."

3- Make an empathy statement on how the part you're owning probably made them feel.

"I can see how my tendency to __________ would make you feel __________."

4- Make a sincere apology on the part you're owning. "I'm really sorry that my tendency to __________has made you feel __________."

5- Make amends by offering something that could make the other person feel better and ask for their feedback. "Moving forward, how about I__________? What else would you prefer?"

BIG thank you to Fundrise and Monarch Money for sponsoring the show!! To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.

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💡"Doing hard things is hard, but not doing them is harder." - Justin Williams

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Damion Lupo is an American Sensei and a highly sought-after Financial Mentor to the elite. He is the author of six books and the creator of accelerated learning programs that focus on achieving financial and spiritual mastery. With over 20 years of martial arts study and financial training, Damion has dedicated his life to guiding individuals toward financial transformation and empowerment.

Damion's mission is ambitious: to lead 3,000,000 people from financial confusion to clarity and power. He envisions a shift in society where 1% of America is reinvented, breaking free from the financial shackles imposed by a system rife with corruption and cronyism. His goal is to inspire and empower individuals, particularly women, to achieve financial freedom and abundance.

Driven by a deep love for his students and a firm belief in their potential, Damion has designed a transformation process that taps into the inner strength and wisdom of each individual. He believes that every person has the right to live a life of freedom and joy, free from the chaos of financial illiteracy. Through his teachings, Damion helps his students unlock their potential, enabling them to design, develop, and control their financial futures.

Damion's ultimate mission is to empower people to move from a mindset of victimhood to becoming victors of their own lives. He is committed to guiding individuals from financial scarcity, fear, and chaos into a life filled with wealth, hope, and happiness. His books, videos, and learning programs are tailored for those who are ready to take action and embrace accountability. Damion Lupo believes that wealth is a choice, and he is dedicated to inspiring others to achieve financial freedom through personal financial mastery.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Damion Lupo about transforming the construction industry with Frame Tech.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How EQRP allows people to invest their retirement funds in assets like real estate, startups, Bitcoin, and gold.

- How Frame Tech went from an idea on a napkin to a $463 million enterprise in two years.

- Why Frame Tech is projected to become a unicorn with a billion-dollar valuation within 18 months.

- How Frame Tech reimagines framing and the construction of houses.

- How having trust in business partnerships is vital for success.

Connect with Damion:

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@damionlupo

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damionlupo.com

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Introducing 148. From 18K to 236K Followers: Michelle Gifford’s Instagram Strategy from Millionaire University.

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Welcome to Millionaire University's latest masterclass with Instagram sensation Michelle Gifford, where she spills the beans on turbocharging your Insta game and how she went from 18,000 to a whopping 236,000 followers. Michelle reveals the secret sauce to transforming your follower count from meh to marvelous. It's not just growth; it's Insta-growth with a purpose. She emphasizes the value of creating attraction, nurturing, and selling content and debunks the myth that Instagram algorithms are out to get users. Michelle provides actionable tips, such as the 3-2-1 content approach and leveraging ManyChat for tracking conversions. So, buckle up, because after this episode, you'll be Instagramming like a boss!

+ Strategic Growth on Instagram

+ Content Marketing Principles

+ The Power of Niching Down

+ Understanding Content Funnels

+ Creating Attraction Content

+ Engaging Your Audience

+ Building Trust and Authority

+ Marketing Realizations

+ Crafting a Compelling Hook

+ The Power of Personal Stories

+ Nurture Content Strategies

+ Carousels vs. Reels

+ Repurposing Content Across Platforms

+ Sales Content and Tracking Conversions

+ Adapting to Algorithm Changes

Thank you Michelle for this phenomenal masterclass on Instagram!

Head to Michelle's Instagram HERE and DM or comment the word "Millionaire" for her free Instagram Audit!

Sign up for our FREE Business Course - over 300+ new business ideas, also includes the 7 Phases of a business, so you know where you are now and where you need to go next. You'll also get 7 of the most popular marketing strategies and 31 stay-on-track hacks that successful millionaires follow to grow and automate their businesses. 

Go to https://www.millionaireuniversity.com/training.

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Instagram

Facebook

Tik Tok

Youtube

Twitter

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Brian Beckcom is one of the leading lawyers of his generation. Brian's peers have voted him a Texas Super Lawyer 14 years in a row, and every single year he has been eligible. Brian is also a Board-Certified Expert in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a recognition shared by less than 2% of lawyers.

Brian has obtained hundreds of millions of dollars for his clients, and he and his law firm have obtained record-setting settlements and verdicts in a wide variety of significant legal cases.

Brian is also a Computer Scientist & Philosopher. He created and hosts the popular podcast "Lesson from Leaders with Brian Beckcom."

Brian is a military "brat," a purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, a single-digit golfer, a former college basketball player at Texas A&M, a four-year member of the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets, and an accomplished freshwater and saltwater fly fisherman.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Brian Beckcom about turning personal tragedy into legal triumph.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How serving others should be a key leadership principle.

- Why trusting your instincts is a crucial aspect of effective leadership.

- How hiring remote employees and specialized contractors allows for a lean and agile law firm.

- Why it can be difficult to find new ways to add positive value to the world.

- How having freedom in your work life equates to having wealth and being able to do the things you want to do.

Connect with Brian:

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@VBattorneys

Instagram

@vbattorneys

Facebook

facebook.com/vbattorneys

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linkedin.com/company/vbattorneys

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vbattorneys.com

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