Travis Makes Money

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Travis Makes Money episodes

June 10INTERVIEW | Make Money Through Business Acquisitions with Saul Cohen
Saul Cohen is an accountant, acquisitions advisor, and entrepreneur who helps business owners scale, optimize, and successfully exit their companies. With experience at PwC and years of advising founders on tax planning, acquisitions, and valuations, Saul has developed a practical framework for helping entrepreneurs build long-term wealth. In this episode, he shares lessons from his own entrepreneurial journey, why execution matters more than ideas, and how acquisitions can become a powerful wealth-building strategy for business owners.
On this episode we talk about:
Why execution is more valuable than having a great business idea

Lessons learned from building and selling a business while still in university

The realities of working at PwC and transitioning into entrepreneurship

How tax planning, acquisitions, and business valuations impact long-term wealth

Why entrepreneurs should understand acquisitions before preparing for an exit
Top 3 Takeaways
Ideas are only valuable when paired with execution. Success rarely comes from having the best idea—it comes from consistently executing better than everyone else.

Small financial optimizations compound into life-changing results. Even modest tax savings or valuation improvements can create significant wealth over a business owner's lifetime.

Understanding acquisitions makes you a better entrepreneur. Whether you're buying, selling, or scaling a business, acquisition knowledge helps increase valuation, create liquidity events, and accelerate growth.
Notable Quotes
"Your ideas are only as valuable as the execution."

"If everyone tried to copy you, they still couldn't do it the way you do it because they're not you."

"Small incremental gains can make such a big difference to someone's lifestyle when they finish this game."
Connect with Saul Cohen:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cohensaul/

Website: https://theexperteye.co.uk/
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29 min
June 10SOLO | Make Money by Thinking Like a Hall of Famer - Lessons from Paul Pierce
Paul Pierce is an NBA Hall of Famer, NBA Champion, Finals MVP, and one of the 75 greatest players in basketball history. In this episode, Travis breaks down the biggest lessons he learned from his conversation with Paul, exploring how elite performers use goal setting, environment design, relentless work ethic, and an underdog mentality to achieve extraordinary success. Whether you're building a business, advancing your career, or pursuing a personal goal, Paul's journey offers valuable insights into what it takes to perform at the highest level.
On this episode we talk about:
Why short-term goals are the foundation of long-term success

How your environment shapes your habits, decisions, and outcomes

The difference between talent and the work required to maximize it

Using rejection, setbacks, and being underestimated as motivation

Why appreciating success in the moment is harder—and more important—than most people realize
Top 3 Takeaways
Focus on the next step, not the entire staircase. Long-term success is built through a series of achievable short-term goals that create momentum and confidence.

Design your environment for success. It's easier to build winning habits when your surroundings support your goals rather than constantly tempt you away from them.

Talent only creates opportunity. Consistent effort, discipline, and work ethic are what separate high performers from everyone else at the highest levels.
Notable Quotes
"Short-term goals are the engine of long-term greatness."

"Control your environment before it controls you."

"Talent without work is just potential—and potential does not make Hall of Famers."
Connect with Paul Pierce:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulpierce

Other: Travis's full interview with Paul
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20 min
June 09CO-HOST | Make Money by Betting on Creators Before Everyone Else Does
The entertainment industry is undergoing a major shift, and creators are leading the charge. In this episode, Travis and producer Eric discuss the breakout success of Obsession, a low-budget horror film created by YouTuber-turned-filmmaker Curry Barker. They explore how independent creators are bypassing traditional gatekeepers, building audiences online, and proving that great storytelling can outperform massive budgets. Along the way, they dive into the parallels between comedy and horror, the economics of filmmaking, and why we're entering a new era of creator-driven entertainment.
On this episode we talk about:
How YouTube creators are successfully making the leap into Hollywood

Why low-budget horror films continue to generate outsized returns

The surprising connection between comedy and horror storytelling

The financial success story behind Obsession and creator-led filmmaking

How audience demand is reshaping traditional entertainment industries
Top 3 Takeaways
Great storytelling beats big budgets. A compelling product can outperform projects backed by vastly larger resources when it resonates with audiences.

The barriers between independent creators and traditional media are disappearing, creating massive opportunities for talented people to break into established industries.

Word-of-mouth remains one of the most powerful marketing tools in the world—especially when creators build genuine trust with their audiences.
Notable Quotes
"The thing that makes them good at YouTube also makes them good at this other thing."

"Great storytelling doesn't need a massive budget—it needs a great creator."

"I just love seeing more and more examples of creators continuously blurring the lines between YouTube and Hollywood."
Connect with the Show:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell

Website: https://travischappell.com
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27 min
June 09INTERVIEW | Make Money by Building Customer-Centric Brands That Matter with Marc Horowitz
Marc Horowitz has built a career across multiple industries—from energy derivatives trading and hedge funds to satellite imagery technology and custom jewelry. After retiring from trading in his early forties, Marc found himself searching for a new challenge that would allow him to build something meaningful. Today, he is the founder of Ilmeo, a jewelry company that transforms photos and impressions of loved ones into personalized keepsakes. In this episode, Marc shares lessons from finance, entrepreneurship, risk-taking, and the importance of creating products that carry emotional value.
On this episode we talk about:
How a career in energy derivatives trading led to financial independence

Why retiring early isn't always the finish line people expect it to be

The lessons Marc learned from helping build satellite imagery marketplace SkyFi

The origin story behind Ilmeo and turning meaningful moments into a business

Building customer-centric brands and navigating the challenges of e-commerce growth
Top 3 Takeaways
Financial success creates freedom, but fulfillment often comes from building something meaningful and lasting.

If you don't know what your edge is, you're probably gambling—not investing.

Strong relationships and a reputation for helping others become invaluable assets throughout your entrepreneurial journey.
Notable Quotes
"The harder you work, the luckier you get."

"If you don't know what your edge is, you're gambling."

"Money only exists so you can do things you enjoy, build memories, and live a meaningful life."
Connect with Marc Horowitz:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-horowitz-83a0b21aa/

Website: https://ilmiojewelry.com/

Email: [email protected]
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23 min
June 09SOLO | Make Money by Taking Radical Responsibility and Strengthening Your Relationships - Lessons from my Keith Yackey interview
Keith Yackey is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, author, comedian, and founder of The Married Game, a coaching company dedicated to helping men become better husbands and reignite connection in their marriages. After nearly losing his own marriage, Keith transformed his life by taking ownership of his shortcomings and rebuilding himself from the inside out. In this episode, Travis shares his biggest takeaways from his conversation with Keith, covering responsibility, relationships, personal growth, and the dangers of complacency.
On this episode we talk about:
Why taking radical responsibility is the first step toward lasting success

How comfort and complacency can quietly damage relationships

The warning signs people often miss before a relationship falls apart

Why self-improvement—not desperation—is the key to winning someone back

The importance of surrounding yourself with people who expand your vision instead of limiting it
Top 3 Takeaways
If you are the problem, you are also the solution. Accepting responsibility for your circumstances can be uncomfortable, but it gives you the power to create meaningful change.

Comfort is where attraction goes to die. Whether in marriage, business, or friendships, relationships require intentional effort and continual growth.

Real transformation happens when you focus on becoming the best version of yourself—not when you're trying to manipulate outcomes or control other people.
Notable Quotes
"If you are the problem, you are also the solution."

"The truth will set you free, but first it'll piss you off."

"The moment you're outgrowing a room is exactly the moment you need to leave it."
Connect with Keith Yackey:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithyackey

Other: https://marriedgame.com
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15 min
June 08CO-HOST | Make Money by Avoiding Expensive Lifestyle Traps
On this episode, Travis is joined in studio by producer Eric for a conversation that starts with a comedian's joke about an Uber driver financing a luxury Range Rover and turns into a bigger discussion about lifestyle inflation, consumer debt, and making smarter financial decisions. Through plenty of laughs, stories, and friendly banter, Travis shares his thoughts on why buying status symbols before you can truly afford them can hold back your financial future.
On this episode we talk about:
Why financing luxury purchases with side hustles can be a dangerous financial trap

The difference between being a consumer and being an investor

How lifestyle inflation keeps people from building long-term wealth

The hidden costs of expensive vehicles and status purchases

Why planning ahead and using rideshare services is often smarter than driving after a night out
Top 3 Takeaways
If you need a second job just to afford the payment on a luxury item, it's probably a sign that the purchase is outside your means.

Building wealth requires prioritizing investing and financial security before spending on status symbols and depreciating assets.

Smart financial decisions often come down to delayed gratification—saving first and buying later instead of financing a lifestyle you can't comfortably afford.
Notable Quotes
"If you have to get a second job to pay for your car, probably don't get the car."

"You bought a twenty twenty-five fully loaded part-time job."

"Money only solves your money problems, but it's easier to solve the rest of your problems when you've got money in the bank."
Connect with Travis Chappell:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell/

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

Other: https://travischappell.com/
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24 min
June 08INTERVIEW | Make Money Flipping Houses: How Jackie Coffey Built a Seven-Figure Real Estate Empire
Jackie Coffey, better known as Jackie the Happy Investor, went from a broke single mom with no money, no credit, and no real estate experience to completing more than 1,000 property flips and building a seven-figure real estate business. After making 202 cold calls before landing her first lender, Jackie learned firsthand that persistence, integrity, and taking action can overcome almost any obstacle. Today, she's an investor, educator, author, and creator of the Jackie the Happy Investor app, helping aspiring investors build wealth through real estate.
On this episode we talk about:
How childhood financial instability fueled Jackie's entrepreneurial drive

Making 202 cold calls to secure funding for her first real estate flip

The lessons learned from her early real estate mistakes and successes

Why integrity and relationships are critical to long-term business success

Building wealth through a combination of active house flipping and long-term rental properties
Top 3 Takeaways
Persistence often matters more than experience. Jackie secured her first real estate deal after 202 lender calls and countless rejections.

Your biggest mistakes can become your greatest education. Jackie's disastrous first flip became the foundation for a career that has spanned more than 1,000 deals.

Long-term wealth is built through ownership. Flipping houses generates cash, but holding rental properties creates lasting financial freedom.
Notable Quotes
"At call 202, I finally got a yes."

"That first house was the tuition."

"If I don't do this, I'm going to be in the same spot a year from now."
Connect with Jackie Coffey:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackiethehappyinvestor/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jackiethehappyinvestor

Other: https://jackiethehappyinvestor.com

Website (Personal): https://jackiecoffey.com/
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33 min
June 08SOLO | Make Money by Unlocking the Leader Within: Lessons from Vicente Fox
Former Mexican president, businessman, and global leader Vicente Fox built a remarkable career that spanned corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, agriculture, philanthropy, and public service. In this episode, Travis reflects on his conversation with Fox and shares five powerful lessons on leadership, purpose, decision-making, and fulfillment. From leading Coca-Cola Latin America to serving as President of Mexico, Fox's insights reveal what it takes to create impact, trust your instincts, and build a meaningful life.
On this episode we talk about:
Why leadership is a quality that already exists within every person

The importance of pairing purpose with consistent action and performance

Why real-world experience often teaches lessons that formal education cannot

How intuition and gut feelings can guide major life decisions

Why serving others is one of the most reliable paths to happiness and fulfillment
Top 3 Takeaways
Leadership isn't something you're born with—it's something you discover and develop by looking inward and taking responsibility for your growth.

Purpose without action is simply wishful thinking. Lasting success comes from consistently turning vision into execution.

The greatest fulfillment often comes from serving others and contributing to something bigger than yourself.
Notable Quotes
"Every human being has the attribute of leadership."

"Purpose without performance is a daydream."

"The shortcut to happiness is serving others."
Connect with Vicente Fox:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicentefoxq/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PresidenteVFox/

Other: https://www.centrofox.org.mx/
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16 min
June 07INTERVIEW | Make Money by Mastering Your Mind with Shirzad Chamine
Shirzad Chamine is a New York Times bestselling author, executive coach, and founder of Positive Intelligence. Having trained more than 100,000 coaches and advised CEOs at some of the world's largest companies, Shirzad has dedicated his career to understanding the mental patterns that drive performance, leadership, and fulfillment. In this episode, he shares the painful entrepreneurial failure that sparked his life's work, explains the concept of self-sabotage, and reveals practical tools for strengthening the positive side of your mind while quieting the internal voices that hold you back.
On this episode we talk about:
The entrepreneurial failure that led Shirzad to develop Positive Intelligence

How self-sabotaging thought patterns impact performance, leadership, and relationships

The ten "saboteurs" that create stress, self-doubt, and negative emotions

Simple mental exercises to shift from reactive thinking to peak performance

Why developing your "inner Jedi" may be one of the most valuable skills in the age of AI
Top 3 Takeaways
Your greatest obstacles are often internal, not external. Self-sabotaging thought patterns can quietly undermine your success, relationships, and well-being unless you learn to recognize them.

Negative emotions are signals, not destinations. Stress, anger, guilt, and self-doubt can provide useful information, but staying trapped in those emotions prevents effective action.

Mental fitness can be trained. Small, consistent practices that strengthen focus and self-command can help you access greater creativity, confidence, resilience, and performance.
Notable Quotes
"The question is not if you sabotage yourself, but how you do it."

"Inside my head, there's a war going on between my inner Darth Vaders and my inner Jedi."

"The most painful day of my professional life ended up becoming the most important positive day of my professional life."
Connect with Shirzad Chamine:
Website: https://www.positiveintelligence.com

Free Saboteur Assessment: https://www.positiveintelligence.com/assessment

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirzadchamine
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25 min
June 07CO-HOST | Make Money by Building an Audience Before You Need One
In this conversation featuring Travis and producer Eric, the discussion centers on personal branding, audience building, content creation, and the power of documenting your journey. Drawing from their own experiences growing podcasts, social media accounts, and upcoming projects, they explore why creators, entrepreneurs, and business owners should start building attention long before they have something to sell. From launching new accounts from scratch to documenting the process behind a book or business, this episode is packed with practical insights for anyone looking to grow an audience in today's digital landscape.
On this episode we talk about:
Why building a personal brand can create opportunities beyond your primary business or project

The benefits of starting new social media accounts from scratch to test ideas and audiences

How documenting the creation process can build trust and anticipation with your audience

Why losing followers can actually improve engagement and long-term growth

The importance of experimenting with content formats, hooks, and messaging
Top 3 Takeaways
Build the audience before the product is ready. The most successful launches often happen because attention and trust were established long before the product became available.

Documenting creates authenticity. Showing the process behind a project helps people feel invested in the journey and proves the work behind the finished product.

Experimentation is the fastest path to growth. Testing new accounts, different hooks, and multiple versions of the same message can reveal what truly resonates with an audience.
Notable Quotes
"Build the audience around the thing that you know is coming."

"Documenting is almost the proof—the certificate of authenticity."

"If you're not sure where to post it, start a new account from scratch and see what happens."
Connect with Travis Chappell:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell

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

Website: https://travischappell.com

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24 min

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