In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we spoke with Kelan Kline, a former law enforcement officer turned online entrepreneur, about how he built a multi-business brand focused on helping families take control of their time and money.

We dive into how Kelan’s business generates $30,000 to $60,000 per month in revenue with roughly 50% profit margins, and how those numbers once climbed even higher during peak SEO traffic years. We also discuss how a major Google algorithm shift and the rise of AI significantly impacted his business model—and what it really takes to pivot, rebuild, and create new recurring income streams.

We explore affiliate marketing, digital products, sponsorships, and launching an AI-powered local services business, along with the importance of diversification, real estate investing, and building a business that supports your life—not the other way around.

If you’re building an online business or thinking about starting one, this episode offers a transparent look at the wins, setbacks, and pivots required to succeed today.

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What’s secretly destroying productivity as a solopreneur?

In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we explore the five biggest distractions that can quietly consume our time, attention, and energy — and the practical ways we can fight back to protect a more intentional business and life.

From constant email notifications and social media scrolling to shiny object syndrome and phone addiction, we discuss the real-world productivity battles solopreneurs face every day and the systems that can help us stay focused on what matters most.

We also share tools and strategies for protecting attention, creating healthier digital boundaries, and building a business that supports a three-day work week instead of overwhelming our lives with constant hustle.

Because at the end of the day, productivity isn’t about doing more work — it’s about creating more life.

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Own Your Time Book:
https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book

Leave a voicemail for the show:
https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail

Full Focus Planner:
https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/fullfocusplanner

Freedom App:
https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/freedomapp

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Host: Andy Hill

Editor: Johnny Sohl

What if financial independence wasn’t just about saving aggressively — but building income streams that make money while you sleep?

In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we sit down with entrepreneur, investor, and author Cody Berman to discuss how digital passive income helped him achieve financial independence at just 25 years old. Cody shares his journey from juggling 20+ side hustles to building multiple seven-figure businesses through digital products, online education, and intentional living.

We talk about the difference between active and passive income, how to turn your skills into scalable digital products, why solopreneurs should focus on leverage instead of hustle, and how to create income streams that support freedom and flexibility.

Whether you’re a freelancer, creator, coach, or someone looking to escape trading time for money, this conversation will help you think differently about building wealth online.

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What’s the difference between a solopreneur and an entrepreneur?

At first glance, they might sound the same, but the intention behind each path can lead to very different lives.

In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we break down the key differences between entrepreneurship and solopreneurship, and why choosing a “business of one” might be the better path for those seeking more freedom, flexibility, and fulfillment.

From business structure and growth goals to time boundaries and financial stability, this episode explores what it really means to build a business that supports your life ... not one that consumes it.

If you’ve ever questioned the constant pressure to scale, grow, and do more, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on choosing “enough” and designing a business around your ideal lifestyle.

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Leave a voicemail for the show:
https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail

Order Own Your Time:
https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book

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Host: Andy Hill

In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we spoke with Tess Waresmith, founder of Wealth with Tess, about how she built a profitable financial education business rooted in helping others avoid the mistakes she made early in her investing journey.

Tess shares how she turned free content into a paid offer by launching a simple 4-week course to her network, then scaled it into a core revenue stream using webinars and community-based learning. After about three years, her course business was generating $15K–$20K per month in revenue with approximately 60% profit margins, resulting in roughly $10K–$12K per month in profit. She also explains how adding corporate speaking, partnerships, and selective client work expanded her income further.

We discuss the realities of building a course-based business today, including increased competition, lower trust in the market, and why success often takes longer than expected. Tess also shares why she kept her corporate job while building her business, how wealth gave her the freedom to operate with integrity, and why starting as a side hustle can be a smarter path.

If you’re building a knowledge-based business or thinking about launching a course, this episode offers a transparent look at what it really takes to succeed.

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Own Your Time: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book 

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What if the difference between a struggling business and a profitable one came down to just a handful of financial rules?

In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we walk through 10 essential financial rules every solopreneur needs to build a business that actually supports their life—not consumes it. From getting paid before you build, to separating your finances, paying yourself first, and creating a safety net, we explore the practical habits that help us stay profitable, reduce stress, and avoid costly mistakes.

We also talk about why keeping expenses lean, diversifying income, and using systems can dramatically improve our stability and growth. And most importantly, we reflect on how to design a business that gives us the freedom we set out to create in the first place.

If we want to stop “playing business” and start building something sustainable, these are the rules we can’t afford to ignore.

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What if your business isn’t giving you freedom… but quietly draining you instead?

In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we sit down with Bobby Mascia—founder of Green Ridge Wealth Planning and author of Unchained—to unpack the hidden realities of entrepreneurship, especially within family businesses.

Bobby shares his journey from Wall Street to working in his family’s Dunkin’ Donuts empire, the challenges of navigating family dynamics, and the hard-earned lessons that led him to build a business designed for independence—not burnout.

You’ll learn why many entrepreneurs get stuck doing everything themselves, how to hire the right people (not just experienced ones), and why communication and transparency are the foundation of both successful businesses and strong family relationships.

Whether you're building a solo business or considering working with family, this conversation will help you create a business that supports your life—not controls it.

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What does it take to quit your job and earn a full-time income on YouTube? 💻 Denis Trufin went from working in retail to building a YouTube business that now generates over $10,000/month — most of it passively.

In this episode, Denis shares how he grew multiple YouTube channels, why evergreen content is his secret weapon, and what solopreneurship really looks like behind the scenes.

✅ You’ll Learn:

How Denis got started (and what failed)

When he realized YouTube could replace his day job

4 ways YouTubers actually make money

What a typical week looks like as a solo creator

His top advice for beginners (and what mistakes to avoid)

Whether you're dreaming of leaving your 9–5 or growing your side hustle, Denis's journey is packed with tips, transparency, and inspiration.

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Artificial intelligence is changing everything — from the way we work, to how we run businesses, to how we raise our kids. To help us prepare for this AI-driven future, Andy Hill sits down with ⁠Matt Britton⁠, leading AI and consumer trend expert and author of Generation AI: Why Generation Alpha and AI Will Change Everything.

In this conversation, Matt explains what AI really means for employees, solopreneurs, and parents. He shares how workers can future-proof their careers, why solopreneurs have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build businesses faster than ever, and how parents can prepare their children for a world where AI is everywhere.

If you’re feeling both excited and overwhelmed by AI, this episode will give you clarity, perspective, and actionable steps for your family’s future. Grab Matt’s book Generation AI here → ⁠https://amzn.to/42jAXxR

In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we spoke with Rebecca Richardson, also known as The Mortgage Mentor, about how she built a flexible and profitable mortgage business over the past 24 years.

Rebecca shares how she earns $15,000 to $20,000 per month from mortgage origination and an additional $5,000 to $7,500 per month from coaching, consulting, and speaking. She explains how running a lean business helped her stay profitable, why personal branding has been key to her growth, and how she’s navigated major market shifts like the 2008 crash and today’s higher interest rate environment.

We also discuss the realities of commission-based income, avoiding burnout, using AI as a tool instead of a replacement, and why finding the right mentor can accelerate your success.

If you’re looking to build a flexible, service-based business with strong income potential, this episode is packed with real-world insights.

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AI Tool: Gemini
https://gemini.google.com

Biggest Lesson: Read Who Not How
https://amzn.to/4rysLDB

Life Outside Work: Time with her dogs + cross-stitching

Retirement Goal: Work optional and giving back through coaching

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