In this episode, Travis and his producer Eric tackle an uncomfortable truth — most people don’t have a money problem, they have an honesty problem. Drawing surprising parallels between tracking calories and tracking finances, Travis explains why awareness and discipline are the real keys to building wealth (and staying in shape). This one brings plenty of laughter, practical insight, and even a few food confessions along the way.

On this episode we talk about:

Why most “money problems” start with self-deception

The dieting analogy that reveals your real financial habits

How small, “invisible” expenses quietly sabotage your goals

What lifestyle creep is — and how to stop it for good

Why tracking every dollar is the first step to freedom

Top 3 Takeaways

1.  Honesty beats income — you can’t manage what you don’t measure.
2.  The “BLTs” (bites, licks, and tastes) in your diet are just like the untracked charges on your credit card.
3.  More money doesn’t fix bad habits; awareness and discipline do.

Notable Quotes

*   “You can’t make progress until you’re brutally honest about what’s actually going in your mouth — or your bank account.” – Travis Chappell
*   “It’s not usually that you need more money, it’s that you don’t know where your current money is going.” – Travis Chappell
*   “Before you build wealth, build awareness.” – Travis Chappell

Connect with Travis Chappell:

*   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell
*   Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/traviscchappell
*   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell
*   Website: https://travischappell.com

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In this episode, Travis talks with co-host Eric about how creators and entrepreneurs can confidently set and raise their prices — without losing clients or underselling themselves. Travis draws on lessons from three of the internet’s most well-known business voices — Alex Hormozi, Chris Do, and Gary Vaynerchuk — breaking down what their pricing advice really means and how to apply it today.

On this episode we talk about:

How strong branding allows you to charge premium prices

The pros and cons of building a clothing brand in 2026

Why hourly pricing punishes expertise

How to handle client objections with confidence

Proven strategies for raising your rates without losing loyal customers

Top 3 Takeaways

1.  Strong branding creates pricing power — build trust and authority before you sell.
2.  Your price reflects your skill, not your time. Don’t undervalue experience that took years to build.
3.  When raising prices, communicate early and confidently. Clients who value results will stay.

Notable Quotes

*   “Charging by the hour punishes me for being good.” – Chris Do
*   “You can charge whatever you want when you can overdeliver on the result.” – Travis Chappell
*   “Your clients don’t care about saving a few hundred bucks; they care about solving a big problem.” – Travis Chappell

Connect with Travis Chappell:

*   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell
*   Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/traviscchappell
*   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell
*   Website: https://travischappell.com

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When it comes to money, status, and stuff, the line between “progress” and “pointless flex” can get blurry fast. In this episode, Travis and Eric break down the psychology behind big purchases, status signaling, and those subtle (and not-so-subtle) money games people play at dinners, events, and in their DMs. From buying a truck that literally lost a wheel to splitting a $400-per-head Vegas dinner he barely ate, Travis shares the real lessons behind spending, signaling, and staying sane around wealthy people.

On this episode we talk about:

The truck purchase that felt like “making it” but really wasn’t

Why some “level-up” buys are actually just expensive distractions

Chasing status in high school with phones, Beats, and gadgets

How rich dinners, bottle service, and bill-splitting mess with your head

What Travis would actually hate to sell if he had to clear out his life

Top 3 Takeaways

The feeling from a flashy purchase is temporary; the money you spent is gone forever.

It’s better to pursue the ability to buy anything you want than to obsess over specific status items.

Generosity at the table (picking up the bill, being fair about splitting) builds real social capital that outlasts any flex.

Notable Quotes

“That feeling was fleeting, but the money was gone forever.”

“I stopped caring about the thing and started caring about my ability to go buy the thing.”

“If I have the money, I don’t need the company to bless me with a trip to The Bahamas—I can just go to The Bahamas.”

Connect with Travis:

Instagram: @travischappell

Website: travischappell.com

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In this episode, Travis and producer Eric dive into the wild world of door-to-door selling—reacting to some of the most painfully awkward sales videos on the internet. From cringe-worthy “Karen” interactions to clueless pitches, the two unpack what not to do when trying to close a deal. With laughter, role-playing, and a little sales therapy, they uncover why emotional intelligence still beats any script.

On this episode we talk about:

The worst door-to-door sales tactics caught on camera

Why self-awareness matters more than a sales pitch

The art of knowing when to walk away from a “no”

How not to represent your business online

The hilarious (and humbling) lessons from Travis and Eric’s own early sales days

Top 3 Takeaways

Confidence is good—persistence without awareness is just annoying.

Filming your bad interactions doesn’t make you authentic; it makes you unhireable.

Good sales come down to respect, timing, and tone—not endless rebuttals.

Notable Quotes

“There’s a difference between bugging the hell out of people and doing your job right.”

“If someone tells you to leave, just move on—there’s another door next to it.”

“If your whole sales pitch goes viral because it’s bad, that’s not marketing, that’s a red flag.”

Connect with Travis:

Instagram: @travischappell

YouTube: Travis Makes Money

Website: travischappell.com

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In this episode, Travis and producer Eric turn up the heat as they break down the real vs. fake side of the business influencer world. From internet gurus to billion-dollar founders, they ask the tough questions most podcasts avoid—like who’s pretending, who’s giving bad advice from their ivory tower, and who would actually survive starting over from zero.

On this episode we talk about:

The difference between a real entrepreneur and an online persona

Why so much business advice only works if you’re already rich

The influencers who couldn’t rebuild if they lost everything

The fine line between helpful inspiration and harmful messaging

How flashy “success stories” twist the meaning of ethics and authenticity

Top 3 Takeaways

Many creators give advice that sounds profound—but only makes sense once you’ve already made your millions.

Real entrepreneurs lead with integrity and consistency. Their offline life should match their online brand.

Before acting on anyone’s advice, ask yourself: “Does this apply to my current reality?” Context matters more than charisma.

Notable Quotes

“It’s easy to say ‘just be happy’ when you’ve already got millions in the bank.”

“Too many people copy characters they built online and forget who they really are.”

“I filter everything through two questions: Is it useful, and does it hurt other people?”

Connect with Travis Chappell:
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell
• Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/traviscchappell
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell
• Other (Website): https://travischappell.com

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In this episode, Travis and Eric dive deep into the minds of today’s top business influencers and creators — Gary Vaynerchuk, Alex Hormozi, Naval Ravikant, and Sharran Srivatsaa. Eric shares his take on what makes each one powerful, influential, and sometimes… a little overrated. With humor, hot takes, and honest reflection, this episode uncovers the truth behind influencer hype and what actually creates long-term business success.

On this episode we talk about:

Which business influencers truly earn their hype

Why copying creators like Alex Hormozi misses the real point

The underrated genius of Sharran Srivatsaa

How context matters when following Gary Vee’s advice

The psychology behind imitation, credibility, and influence

Top 3 Takeaways

Imitating someone’s style—like Alex Hormozi’s yellow-text captions—won’t make you successful. Imitate their work ethic and strategy instead.

Gary Vee’s “hustle” mindset only works if you understand the deeper message of self-awareness and finding what you love.

True influence doesn’t come from virality. It comes from credibility, consistent value, and playing the long game.

Notable Quotes

“Copying someone’s font or video format doesn’t build authority—it’s the thousand hours of mastery behind it that matter.”

“It’s dangerous to take any advice out of context, especially if you haven’t done the real work behind the scenes.”

“When Alex Hormozi came on the scene, it wasn’t luck. It was a grenade of credibility, volume, and great content all hitting at once.”

Connect with Travis Chappell:
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell
• Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/traviscchappell
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell
• Other (Website): https://travischappell.com

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In this episode of Travis Makes Money, Travis and Eric have a fun, insightful conversation about their personal “Mount Rushmore” of business influencers and how those voices have shaped the way they think about work, money, and success. From early inspirations like Gary Vaynerchuk to deep thinkers like Naval Ravikant, plus polarizing giants like Grant Cardone, they unpack what these leaders get right, what people copy wrong, and which ideas are actually worth modeling in your own life.

On this episode we talk about:

Why Gary V is still a no-brainer top spot on Travis’s business influencer Mount Rushmore

How Naval Ravikant blends real-world success with philosopher-level clarity

The difference between thinkers (like Adam Grant) and doers (like operators and founders)

Why people misunderstand Alex Hormozi and Grant Cardone—and what they actually do well

How Travis and Eric each define their own Mount Rushmore of business and productivity mentors

Top 3 Takeaways

The best influences are a mix of operators and thinkers—people who’ve actually built businesses and can clearly explain how they did it.

Copying someone’s routines, style, or “persona” rarely works; the real leverage comes from adopting their principles, not their aesthetics.

You should build your own Mount Rushmore based on what truly shifts your behavior and mindset, not on who is the most popular or least controversial.

Notable Quotes

“You’re looking in the 20% of their productivity for your 80%, and that’s not where the real results come from.”

“You can order Chipotle all you want, but it’s not going to make you Alex Hormozi.”

“Money only solves your money problems, but it’s easier to solve the rest when you’ve got money in the bank.”

Connect with Travis Chappell:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell

Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/traviscchappell

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell

Other (Website): https://travischappell.com

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In this episode, Travis sits down with Eric in the studio for a hilarious and insightful deep dive into the world of online sales training. Together, they react to viral clips from well-known sales coach Andy Elliott—an infamous personality whose aggressive methods, animated delivery, and controversial reputation make him one of the most polarizing figures in modern sales culture.

On this episode we talk about:

The fine line between confidence and cringe in sales training videos

Why aggression and fake enthusiasm rarely work in real sales

How “high empathy” and curiosity can instantly make you a better communicator

The viral rise (and fall) of Andy Elliott and what that says about social media influence

Practical, down-to-earth ways to handle objections and keep people talking

Top 3 Takeaways

The best salespeople don’t shout—they listen longer and ask better questions.

Controlling your tone and energy is more persuasive than trying to “dominate a room.”

Modern buyers recognize authenticity—if it feels scripted, it won’t work.

Notable Quotes

“It’s your only job to keep the conversation going. Just keep asking more questions.” – Travis

“People buy from real humans, not caricatures of confidence.” – Eric

“Before you became who you are online, you were probably a really good salesperson.” – Travis

Connect with Travis Chappell:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell

Website: https://travischappell.com

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On this episode, Travis and his producer Eric break down a powerful Quentin Tarantino clip about being “dream adjacent” and how that concept applies to chasing your own ambitions. Through Tarantino’s story of leaving a comfortable-but-stagnant video store job and moving closer to Hollywood, Travis unpacks what it really takes to stop circling your dream and start living it. The conversation hits on environment, networking, brutally honest self-audits, and why changing your surroundings might be the most practical first step toward the life you actually want.

On this episode we talk about:

What it means to be “dream adjacent” instead of truly living your dream

How Tarantino’s story shows the danger of staying in “good enough” environments

Why your environment quietly shapes your future more than your intentions do

The power of brutally honest self-reflection (the “Detest Fest”)

How changing rooms, cities, and inputs can fast-track your growth

Top 3 Takeaways

Being “dream adjacent” feels comfortable, but it can quietly put your ambition to sleep if you stay there too long.

Your environment will either reinforce your current identity or pull you toward the person you want to become—changing it is often the fastest lever you can pull.

Radical honesty about where you are, paired with decisive action (moving, changing rooms, changing inputs), is what turns vague dreams into real progress.

Notable Quotes

“It’s not my dream what I’m doing, but it’s dream adjacent.” – Quentin Tarantino (clip discussed in the episode)

“You can have any life you want, but you can’t have every life you want.” – Travis

“Your outputs are directly influenced by your inputs, so if you can’t change your environment yet, change what you’re feeding your mind.” – Travis

Connect with Travis Chappell:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell

X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/traviscchappell

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell

Website: https://travischappell.com

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Sara Blackmer is not your typical CEO. A decorated U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel turned award-winning tech executive, Sara brings battlefield precision and boardroom credibility to her ventures. As a senior partner at Salaiko Capital and CEO of FluidLogic, she blends her passion for service, technology, and leadership to create cultures of excellence and drive innovation.

On this episode we talk about:

What 15 generations of military service taught Sara about leadership and resilience

How she transitioned from the Air Force to high-level tech entrepreneurship

Building a problem-solving mindset that thrives in both combat and corporate environments

Why following your curiosity can lead to your dream career—one you didn’t even know existed

The science of hydration and why most people aren’t “doing water right”

Top 3 Takeaways

Your career path doesn’t need to be linear—focus on your “why,” give 110%, and opportunities will find you.

True leadership starts with service, whether it’s for your country, your team, or your customers.

Hydration is a simple yet overlooked performance multiplier—mastering it can dramatically improve focus and recovery.

Notable Quotes

“You can have any life you want, but you can’t have every life you want.”

“There is no one right path—your job is to bring 110% to whatever you’re doing right now.”

“If you just do water right, you’ll be amazed at how much better your body performs.”

Connect with Sara Blackmer:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarablackmer

Website: fluidlogic.com

Company: solycocapital.com

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