Best Retail Store Optimization Podcasts (2025)

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How a Simplified Approach to Quilting Is Generating 7-Figures | Mike O'Dell 40:31

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#718 Quilting might not sound like a “high-growth” business at first glance — until you meet Mike O'Dell, founder of Legit Kits, a company turning quilt patterns into ready-to-sew works of art! In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Mike to unpack how he went from working as a certified registered nurse anesthetist to building a fast-s…

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Reclaim Your Time with AI: How Business Owners Are Freeing Up Hours Each Week | Corey Ganim 40:25

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#717 Corey Ganim is back with a brand-new mission: helping small business owners reclaim their time through AI! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Corey shares why he walked away from a wildly successful Amazon and e-commerce career to launch Return My Time — a company dedicated to identifying operational bottlenecks and prescribing simple, lo…

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How to Build a 7-Figure Agency That Runs Without You | Jay Owen (MU Classic) 52:58

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#716 What if your origin story isn’t what wins clients — but your ability to solve their problems is? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Jay Owen, founder of Business Builders and host of Building a Business That Lasts, shares how he turned a teenage side hustle into a thriving multimillion-dollar agency that now runs mostly without him. Jay o…

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Episode 30: Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls 4:03

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Smoke Break - Episode 30: Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls Episode Duration: 8 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he reveals how to eliminate the most common cause of convenience store accidents through systematic floor safety protocols. Learn proven strategies for managing wet surfaces, creating effective cleaning schedules, redesigning high-ri…

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Episode 29: Hazard Communication - Your First Line of Defense 3:55

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Smoke Break - Episode 29: Hazard Communication - Your First Line of Defense Episode Duration: 8 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he transforms hazard communication from confusing paperwork into a practical safety system that protects your employees from dangerous chemical exposures. Learn proven strategies for creating accessible safety data she…

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They Turned Their Voices into a 6-Figure Business — Here’s How | Dominick and Nicole Draper (MU Classic) 55:41

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#715 What if your voice could become your most valuable asset? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Dominick and Nicole Draper — aka The Voiceover Couple — who turned a side hustle on Fiverr into a thriving voiceover business earning five-figure contracts. From recording commercials for major brands like Nike and Yahoo Sportsb…

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Episode 28: Understanding OSHA Basics for Your Store 3:54

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Smoke Break - Episode 28: Understanding OSHA Basics for Your Store Episode Duration: 8 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he demystifies OSHA compliance for independent convenience store owners, transforming overwhelming regulations into manageable, actionable safety systems. Learn how to protect your employees, customers, and business through pra…

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Entrepreneurs Who Scale Fast Do THIS with Masterminds | Cliff Ravenscraft (MU Classic) 1:06:45

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#714 Ever wonder how some entrepreneurs skyrocket their growth while others stay stuck for years? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Cliff Ravenscraft, a pioneer in the podcasting world who has helped over 40,000 people launch their shows and generated millions through online courses, coaching, and live events. Cliff shares h…

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Want to Make Money as an Introvert? High-Income Side Hustles for "Anti-Influencers" | Megan Spencer 48:11

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#713 What if you could make multiple 5-figures from “introvert side hustles” without ever becoming an influencer? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Megan Spencer (“Meg the Creator”), a small-town, introverted mom who helps people build high-income side hustles through UGC, Amazon onsite commissions, TikTok Shop, and freelancing — …

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#366 - 360° Brand Growth: How Premium Brands Crack the UK, Optimize Their Funnel & Scale Profitably 48:37

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Natalia Chappell is the founder of Natalia Chappell & Co, a UK-based consultancy helping luxury and lifestyle brands scale sustainably. Previously, she led marketing for THG's luxury division, working with brands like Coach and Ralph Lauren across price points from hundreds to thousands of pounds. In this episode of DTC Pod, Natalia breaks down wha…

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He Quit Drinking… Then Built a $10M Non-Alcoholic Beer Brand | Joe Chura (MU Classic) 47:26

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#712 When Joe Chura quit drinking during the 75 Hard challenge, he didn’t just transform his health — he found his next business! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Joe shares how that personal decision sparked the launch of Go Brewing, a non-alcoholic beer company built from his garage that’s now on track to hit $10 million in revenue. With a…

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How a Simple "Buy 1, Get 2 Free" Offer Turned into a $30M Eyewear Brand | Jonathan Strauss (MU Classic) 47:53

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#711 What happens when you flip a jet ski, lose a $500 pair of sunglasses, and decide to build a better solution? You create one of the fastest-growing independent eyewear brands in the country! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Jon Strauss, founder of Neven Eyewear, shares how that frustrating experience sparked a journey that led to a $30 m…

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Optimizing Google and Facebook Ad Performance in the AI Era | Ryan Burch 45:00

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#710 What happens when AI completely rewrites the rules of Google and Facebook ads — and most businesses don’t even realize it yet? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Ryan Burch, founder of the Tobie Group, to break down how Google and Facebook ads are changing in the age of AI. Ryan shares his journey from print advertising to runni…

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He Turned Golf Gloves into a 6-Figure Business?! | Randall Pulfer (MU Classic) 56:03

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#709 What if your next big business idea was hiding in plain sight — like on your golf glove? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, we sit down with Randall Pulfer, co-founder of Chipp Golf Co, a company reinventing the golf glove with bold designs and premium materials. Randall shares how he and his college friend went from brainstorming dorm ro…

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From Solo Painter to 6 Crews — How He Did It | Joshua Douglas (MU Classic) 52:44

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#708 From solo painter to full-scale CEO, Josh Douglas has scaled A Painter’s Touch into a thriving multi-service business with six crews and multiple DBAs under one brand. In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Josh shares how he transitioned from doing all the work himself to building teams of subcontractors, expanding into services like floor…

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Love Satisfying, Repeatable Work? How Striping Parking Lots Yields Quick Cash Flow | Cinco Winston 45:37

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#707 Want a business that turns fresh asphalt into a “blank canvas” — and pays well for satisfying, repeatable work? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel talks with Cinco Winston, founder of Trueline Striping in Central Texas, about how he left a stable construction career, skipped the franchise route, and bootstrapped his own parking lot striping …

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He Was Broke… Until Laundry Made Him a Millionaire | Dave Menz (Part 2) (MU Classic) 46:33

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#706 In part two of our masterclass with Dave Menz, the Laundromat Millionaire, we shift from customer experience to the operational engine that drives a truly scalable business. Dave reveals how documented systems, strong SOPs, and empowered employees are the foundation of long-term success — not just in laundromats, but in any service-based busin…

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He Was Broke… Until Laundry Made Him a Millionaire | Dave Menz (Part 1) (MU Classic) 49:09

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#705 What if you could build wealth by revitalizing one of the most overlooked industries in America? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Dave Menz, the Laundromat Millionaire, who turned a failing, run-down laundromat into a multimillion-dollar empire by focusing on one key principle: serve your community better than anyone …

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Episode 27: Mastering Customer Feedback 4:30

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Smoke Break - Episode 27: Mastering Customer Feedback Episode Duration: 4:30 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez for the final episode of the customer service series as he reveals how to transform customer feedback from occasional complaints into a strategic business improvement tool. Learn proven techniques from successful store owners who've mastere…

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How to Make YouTube Titles That Go Viral in 2025 l Jake Thomas (MU Classic) 53:19

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#704 Have you ever wondered why some YouTube videos skyrocket while others flop? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel is joined by Jake Thomas, expert YouTube title strategist and founder of Creator Hooks, to break down the psychology behind clickworthy titles and why the right 10 words could literally change your business. He explains the three co…

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Want to Scale Your Business via Franchising? How Diva Dance Grew to 50+ Locations | Jami Stigliano 51:26

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#703 Thinking about turning your passion into a franchise or buying into a proven brand? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Jami Stigliano, founder of Diva Dance — a fun, confidence-building dance concept for adults with 50+ franchise locations across North America. Jami shares how a disappointing dance class in New York City led her…

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AI Is Reshaping the Creator Economy — Will Your Content Business Survive It? | Susie Bulloch 47:05

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#702 What if the future of content creation depends less on algorithms and more on real human connection? In this episode, host Brien Gearin talks with Susie Bulloch — founder of Hey Grill, Hey — about how she grew a $35 WordPress site into a thriving barbecue brand with viral recipes, national retail products, and a deeply loyal community. Susie b…

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How Alex Neist Turned Mouth Tape into $40M in 2 Years | Alex Neist (MU Classic) 57:19

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#701 What if better sleep could change your life — and build a booming business? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Alex Neist, former Arena League football quarterback and founder of Hostage Tape — the world’s largest mouth tape brand. Alex shares how poor sleep and snoring nearly derailed his health and marriage… until one life-cha…

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Psychology, Personality, Energy — Try These Unconventional Team Building Strategies | Larry Walshe 53:57

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#700 What if the secret to building an unstoppable creative team has nothing to do with resumes — and everything to do with psychology, personality, and energy? Larry Walshe — founder of the globally renowned Larry Walshe Studios — joins host Brien Gearin to break down how he recruits and builds high-performance teams in the creative industry. Larr…

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Adapt Your Bookkeeping Business to Thrive in the Age of AI | Kate Johnson 35:25

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#699 Bookkeeping might feel like an industry “at risk” in the age of AI — but according to returning guest Kate Johnson, it’s actually positioned for major growth! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Kate shares how the accounting landscape is evolving, why AI-enabled bookkeepers will thrive, and how to ethically use new tools to speed up wor…

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He Buys Land Sight Unseen — And Profits Big | Seth Williams (MU Classic) 56:03

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#698 What if your next big real estate win didn’t involve tenants, renovations, or even seeing the property in person? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Seth Williams, founder of REtipster.com, who reveals how he built a thriving business flipping vacant land — often sight unseen. Seth shares the exact strategies he used to …

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Attract, Train, and Retain a High-Performing Team in Any Industry | Samantha Irwin 42:20

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#697 Want to build a team that sticks with you, performs at a high level, and actually loves coming to work? Samantha Irwin — owner of Kaizen Coaching and Consulting and longtime friend of the show — returns for a deep dive into the art and science of employee retention! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, she shares her journey from middle-sch…

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The AI Hack That Helps You Buy a Business in 2025 | Nik Hulewsky (MU Classic) 48:19

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#696 What if you could tap into an AI-powered business coach — one that’s available 24/7, never forgets a conversation, and helps you find, evaluate, and negotiate your next business acquisition? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, serial entrepreneur and podcast host Nik Hulewsky returns to the show to break down how he’s leveraging AI to find…

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Episode 26: Making the Most of Mystery Shopping 4:35

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Smoke Break - Episode 26: Making the Most of Mystery Shopping Episode Duration: 9 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he reveals how to transform mystery shopping from a "gotcha" program into a powerful customer service improvement tool. Learn proven strategies from successful store owners who've used mystery shopping to recognize excellence, ident…

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She Outsourced Everything… and Still Made Bank Selling Sweatshirts on Etsy | Christina Umerez (MU Classic) 52:58

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#695 What if your creative side hustle could fund your freedom and run itself while you explore the world? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Christina Umerez, a digital nomad who built a successful Etsy print-on-demand business that now supports her travel-filled lifestyle. Christina shares how she went from custom pet portr…

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How to Kill It in the Restaurant Business | Ryan Gromfin (MU Classic) 53:40

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#694 If you think a busy restaurant automatically means a profitable one — think again! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Ryan Gromfin, aka The Restaurant Boss, who pulls back the curtain on the flawed traditional restaurant business model. From his early days as a 15-year-old working in a five-star kitchen to building and …

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365 - From Clicks to Bricks: How Digitally Native Brands Go Massive in Retail 58:57

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Martin Forde is the co-founder and partner at Highline Brands, a retail brokerage built for modern CPG and emerging brands. As the first sales hire at Dr. Squatch, he helped lead the brand's Walmart launch—which did over $50M in year one and set the foundation for a $1.5B exit to Unilever. In this episode of DTC Pod, Martin shares the full playbook…

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How to Start a Gutter Installation, Repair, and Cleaning Business That Wows Customers | Aleks Krylov 43:26

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#693 How did a Wall Street finance pro turn a simple gutter repair problem into New Jersey’s only white-glove gutter service? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Aleks Krylov, founder of Stern Gutters, to break down how to start a profitable gutter installation, repair, and cleaning business. Aleks shares his journey from Wall Street …

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Leverage Your Brain's "Operating System" to Ensure Success in Life and Business | John Assaraf 48:19

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#692 Unlock the science behind your success with this fascinating deep-dive into how your brain drives every result you create! In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with behavioral neuroscience expert and bestselling author John Assaraf, who shares how understanding the brain’s “operating system” transformed his life from troubled teen to…

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Can One Guy Disrupt the Way We Learn? How Chad Fife, Founder of Revy School, Teaches Marketing, Sales, and Client Success Using Mentorship and Simulation | Chad Fife (MU Classic) 42:24

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#691 What if you could launch a global education platform, inspire students across continents, and reinvent your career — all at once? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, we’re joined by Chad Fife, founder of Revy School, an online education platform that teaches marketing, sales, and client success through real-world simulations and mentorship…

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Launching a Customer-First Merch Company with No Industry Experience | Ethan Dowie 43:17

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#690 Ready for a masterclass in grit, customer service, and unconventional scaling — all from a founder who built a booming merch company from scratch? In this episode, host Brien Gearin chats with Ethan Dowie, founder of Indigo Promotions, who went from making 400+ cold calls with zero traction to landing Zappos as one of his very first clients. E…

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What It Takes to Become a Professional Organizer and Thrive as a Service Provider | Laurie Palau 44:27

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#689 Ever wondered how a simple lifelong skill can evolve into a thriving, multi-stream business? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrell sits down with professional organizer and entrepreneur Laurie Palau, founder of Simply B Organized, to unpack her journey from corporate America to building a successful organizing brand long before Instagram or the…

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How a Motocross Rider Became Canada’s Print King | Lee Stuart (MU Classic) 53:55

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#688 What happens when a retired professional athlete dives headfirst into an industry he knows nothing about? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Lee Stuart shares how he went from professional motocross rider to the founder of Rogue Lab, one of the top screen printing and branding shops in Canada. With zero experience, Lee took his last $300 …

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This AI Website Generator Lets You Build and Manage 1,000+ Sites (Live Demo!) | Itai Sadan 43:06

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#687 Want to see how AI can build a full website in minutes — and how a small startup took on giants like WordPress and Wix? On this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Itai Sadan, co-founder and CEO of Duda — the AI-ready website platform built specifically for web professionals. Itai shares the origin story of Duda, how the company evolved …

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Education Businesses That Actually Work in 2025 | Ray Blakney (MU Classic) 56:07

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#686 Think selling online courses is the key to success? Think again! It’s no longer enough to just package information and hope people stick around. In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, serial entrepreneur Ray Blakney breaks down how to turn decades of expertise into a thriving online education business. He shares why traditional course model…

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Flexible, Profitable, and In-Demand: Could a Bookkeeping Business Be Your Golden Ticket? | Kate Johnson (MU Classic) 49:58

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#685 Ever thought a “boring” business could be your golden ticket to freedom and flexibility? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we chat with Kate Johnson, founder of Heritage Business Services, who built a thriving bookkeeping business during preschool pick-up hours. What started as a $0 side hustle turned into a profitable, scalable career…

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The Email Strategy That Took Course Creators from $3k to $50k Months | John Ainsworth (MU Classic) 52:25

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#684 What if the only thing standing between you and five-figure months is a better email strategy? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we're joined by John Ainsworth, an expert in helping course creators skyrocket their revenue through strategic sales funnels. John shares the simple, repeatable system he uses to help clients go from $3K mont…

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$6,000+ per Month in Passive Income?! Buy, Evaluate, and Grow a Profitable Laundromat | Jordan Berry 51:59

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#683 Thinking about buying a laundromat? This episode will completely change the way you see this “boring” business — and show you why it might be one of the most powerful cash-flow plays in America! In this conversation, host Brien Gearin sits down with Jordan Berry, founder of Laundromat Resource, to break down exactly how to buy, evaluate, and g…

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How to Stop Settling, Embrace Authenticity, and Finally Own Your Story | Celinne Da Costa 56:02

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#682 If you’ve ever felt misaligned with your own story, this episode will show you how to reclaim it! In this powerful conversation, host Brien Gearin sits down with transformational storytelling expert Celinne Da Costa, who helps visionary leaders step into their authentic identity and express it through story. Celinne shares her remarkable journ…

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How to Build a 7-Figure Online Store with Zero Inventory | Ryan Hogue (MU Classic) 54:09

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#681 Think you need a warehouse full of inventory to start a product-based business? Think again! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Ryan Hogue, a 7-figure print-on-demand entrepreneur, who breaks down exactly how to build a profitable online store without ever touching inventory. Ryan shares why visibility is the real name o…

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Use AI to Create Your Avatar, Clone Your Voice, and Share Content FAST (Live Demo!) | Julian Goldie 45:38

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#680 Ever wondered how creators are scaling faster than ever with AI? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Julian Goldie, an SEO agency owner turned AI-driven creator whose entire business transformed when he leaned into artificial intelligence instead of running from it. Julian shares how he went from 1,000 YouTube subscribers to ne…

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How Service Providers Can Grow, Nurture, and Sell on Instagram (Live Examples!) | Jenna Harding 49:40

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#679 If you’ve been posting on social media and still not seeing growth, this conversation explains exactly why! In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with social media expert and former theater-kid-turned-entrepreneur, Jenna Harding, to pull back the curtain on Instagram strategy for service-based business owners. Jenna shares how she wen…

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How to Price Your Offers Without Selling Your Soul | Andee Hart (MU Classic) 50:22

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#678 Are you undercharging or hesitating to promote your offers because selling feels uncomfortable? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, sales expert Andee Hart joins us to unpack the deeper reasons why so many women entrepreneurs struggle with sales — and how to flip the script. With over 18 years of experience in Fortune 500 tech sales and …

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Is a Hot Dog a Sandwich? Launching a Food Cart Business That Settles the Debate! | Chris Van Jura 48:44

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#677 What happens when a 25-year hospitality veteran gets furloughed during COVID and finally goes all-in on the dream he’s been talking about for years? You get Catalyst Hot Dogs — a Jersey-style hot dog joint taking the DMV by storm! In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with founder Chris Van Jura, who shares how he launched during the pa…

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The #1 Marketing Mistake Entrepreneurs Make and How Buzzsprout Grew from 2k to 120k Podcasts Without Making It | Alban Brooke (MU Classic) 51:23

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#676 Are you overcomplicating your marketing? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we're joined by Alban Brooke, Head of Marketing at Buzzsprout, who helped grow the company from just 2,000 customers to over 120,000 active podcasts. Alban shares why so many marketing efforts fail — not because of bad tactics, but because of a lack of clarity a…