Caleb Weidner co-founded 4610 Apparel from his college dorm room and now has an incredibly successful Christian clothing line. He sits down with Ryan to share his journey of starting the business with his roommate on a shoestring budget and building it to $1.2M/year.

Caleb opens up about what makes the brand special, how they tested the market, and the sharp marketing moves they achieved using TikTok. Caleb also talks about how building quality connections is crucial for obtaining customer loyalty.

Tune in to hear how 4610 Apparel grew from a dorm room project to a thriving business, showcasing the power of passion and authenticity in the apparel industry.   

Resources: 

• https://bit.ly/4filr9x Join a community of likeminded entrepreneurs
• https://www.upflip.com/blog/how-to-start-a-clothing-brand Start a Clothing Line
• https://fortysixten.co/ Shop 4610 Apparel 

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Donny Greens started his microgreens business with no prior experience and now makes $100K per year working 3 days per week. In this interview he walks us through the process of getting started. From using the right equipment, when to harvest, and finding the right customers. Don also shares his pricing strategies and the exact plants he grows on his farm. 

This is a side hustle or business idea that is low cost to start and can be done nearly anywhere. As one of the leading voices in the industry with the largest following on Youtube for microgreens, Don is an expert at this craft. He’s a self-taught microgreens farmer who has built his business from the ground up…literally.

Resources:

• https://bit.ly/4hcPGR0 Start your own flourishing business
• https://www.donnygreens.com/ Connect with Don

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Brandon, from the popular Youtube channel, Car Questions Answered, sits down with Ryan to discuss how he got started flipping cars as a side hustle and eventually to founding his own used car dealership DEBT FREE. 

Brandon shares invaluable insights on starting out, what fixer-uppers to look for, understanding market trends, and his take on the customer is always right (you may be surprised). For a successful entrepreneur and Youtuber, Brandon is incredibly humble about all he’s achieved. If you want to start flipping cars or start your own car dealership deb free, this is the episode for you!

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Resources:

• https://www.upflip.com/podcast Episode 91 Start a $1.5M Car Dealership on a Credit Card
• https://bit.ly/3YC5WDN Join a community of likeminded entrepreneurs
• https://www.youtube.com/@carquestionsanswered Connect with Brandon

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Kyle Frey has a unique business that makes him millions of dollars a year. What he does isn’t something you hear about every day.  He’s an oyster farmer on the coast in North Carolina. He started his farm with zero experience, hardly any money, and at the time, he’d never even eaten an oyster. Kyle is an entrepreneur but he said it feels like he doesn’t work a single day because he absolutely loves what he does.

His company did $1.6M in 2023 and he’s set to do $4M in 2024. Kyle shares how he got started on a tight budget. How he set up his farm business, and the different ways he makes money from oysters. This is a unique interview that you do not want to miss! And if you enjoy this, be sure to check out our Youtube channel where he’ll be coming on in July!

Resources:

• www.upflip.com/podcast: Episode 79 How to Make $7.3M/Year Blogging About Your Hobby
• https://bit.ly/3BYRi0I Join the Academy and learn from top entrepreneurs like Kyle 
• https://www.crystalcoastoysters.co/ Connect with Kyle

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Michael Lisovetsky shares his entrepreneurial journey and mindset secrets that have helped him found over 5 businesses before the age of 30. From starting a web hosting company at 14 to founding Juice, a digital marketing agency, 

Michael discusses the core principles that guide his business decisions. He also dives into the strategies for scaling a venture effectively, and the challenges of running an agency business. Michael’s insights on personal productivity, mindset, and the unwritten rules of the workplace are invaluable for anyone looking to start a business or scale their business to new heights this year.

Resources:

• www.upflip.com/podcast: Episode 39 How to Develop a Business Mindset that Leads to Success
• https://bit.ly/3A92ebz Kickstart your business with expert advice from industry experts
• https://www.instagram.com/mikeliso/ Connect with Michael

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Shana Lynn is an expert at community building. In this episode she shares her insights for cultivating a community that improves customer retention - no matter what industry you’re in. She discusses the definition of community, platforms for community building, and the impact of community on customer retention rates. 

Shana also provides valuable advice for online businesses looking to build a community and highlights the unexpected challenges many face in the early days. The conversation delves into the importance of building and nurturing your customer relationship, the impact of face-to-face connections, the value of customer retention, and the role of community in marketing and business growth. 

Resources

• www.upflip.com/podcast: How to Fail the Right Way: Lessons from a Multi-Million-Dollar Company
• https://bit.ly/4hdzGOR Kickstart your startup with expert advice from industry experts
• https://www.shanalynn.com/podcast: Community Creators Podcast

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Shan Greggs started her candle business with her final paycheck ($467) after she was laid off from her job at United Airlines. That’s when Shan decided to become her own boss. Today, she is the founder and CEO of a wildly successful candle company that’s generating $85K per month.

Starting out, Shan made candles in her kitchen and sold them out of the back of her car. Now, her candles are available online and in stores around the country. We uncover how she was able to scale from candle making in her kitchen, to a brick and mortar store landing deals with retailers.

Resources

• https://bit.ly/3YyIRlv: Jumpstart your business with resources from the experts
• https://www.upflip.com/podcast: $500K/Year Selling Candles
• https://simplyscentscandles.com/: Connect with Shan

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Neil Parekh started his cleaning company with less than a thousand dollars and grew it to $1 million in just three years, all while traveling to 50 countries. He found the idea for his cleaning company on Reddit and decided to give it a shot. 

In the beginning, he didn't have much knowledge or experience, but he learned as he went along. He started with a basic website and a Google ad, and soon got his first customer. 

He gradually put systems in place and focused on providing excellent customer service. Within three years, he reached $1 million in revenue and quit his corporate job to focus on his business full-time.

Takeaways:

1. Being strategically unavailable as a leader can empower team members and allow the company to move forward faster.
2. Traveling can provide valuable cultural experiences and perspectives that can enhance leadership skills.
3. Franchising can be a successful expansion strategy, allowing others to replicate your business model and success. Systemizing and automating business processes can create freedom and scalability.

Resources:

• MaidThis Franchise Opportunity: https://bit.ly/3QNIbEy
• How to Start a $2M/Year Remote Cleaning Business: https://www.upflip.com/blog/how-to-start-a-remote-cleaning-business
• Watch Neel’s UpFlip interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVyLriqFVdc

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Jyll Saskin Gales, a Google Ads expert, shares her journey into digital marketing and why she chose Google Ads as her area of focus. She discusses how she started learning Google Ads and the results she achieved for her own business. 

Jyll also talks about working as a side hustle while at Google and eventually leaving to focus on her own business. She shares her experience of getting her first client through TikTok and provides tips for creating successful Google Ads campaigns, including selecting keywords, writing compelling ad copy, and setting an appropriate budget. 

Takeaways:

1. There are various strategies to target competitors' traffic, but it's important to be mindful of policy restrictions and focus on more effective methods.
2. Craft compelling ad copy that includes a clear call to action, highlights unique features or benefits, and incorporates social proof.
3. When it comes to Google Ads you have to spend lots of money to make money. 

Resources:

• Take Jyll’s coure on UpFlip Academy: https://bit.ly/4hh6IgZ
• How to Go from $0 to 7-figures Online (with Rand Fishkin): https://theupflippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1812063/14926269-120-how-to-go-from-0-to-7-figures-online-with-rand-fishkin

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Chris Ducker discusses building the business of your dreams through a personal brand. He emphasizes consistency and focusing on one area to attract the right audience. Niching down in the right ways to grow your business successfully. 

Chris shares the common misconception that success is solely measured by money and stresses the importance of prioritizing well-being. He shares a pivotal and comical moment when he discovered Zig Ziglar’s work through a cassette tape stolen from the library, which influenced his entrepreneurial journey in a big way!

Takeaways:

1. Building a personal brand as a business requires focusing on a niche and consistently providing value to your audience.
2. Success should not be solely measured by money, but also by personal fulfillment, well-being, and impact.
3. Listen to your body and prioritize your health and happiness as an entrepreneur.

Resources:

• https://bit.ly/3YBuiO1: Learn right from incredible entrepreneurs at UpFlip Academy
• https://youpreneur.com/: Connect with Chris

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