How Broke Beginners Make $20K in 7-10 Days Selling Solar

Jan 24, 2026

Michael Gutschmidt, the Megawatt Millionaire — a Marine vet turned direct-to-home solar leader who has earned over $7M — explains why solar is booming again. He covers massive commissions, blitz trips that let broke beginners earn $10K–$20K fast. He breaks down door-to-door grind, common homeowner objections, tax-credit clarity, grid risks, and why recruiting and persistence win big.

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INSIGHT

Solar Is Far From Dead

Solar is stronger and more lucrative now than many believe due to higher commissions and faster installs.
Michael says the average commission in California is over $10,000, and reps can make $20–30k months.

INSIGHT

Industry Maturity Improved Stability

The solar industry cleaned up after bad actors and financiers tightened funding checks.
Stronger underwriting and regulation made the industry more stable and sustainable.

ADVICE

Join A Paid Blitz To Shortcut Earnings

Apply for a vetted blitz and you'll get travel, board, and hands-on training paid for by the company.
Complete screening and training and you can earn multiple commissions during a 7–10 day blitz.

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In this Dropping Bombs episode, Marine Corps veteran Michael Gutschmidt, the "Megawatt Millionaire," reveals how he's banked over $7M since 2015 selling direct-to-home solar.

While everyone thinks solar is dying, Michael exposes why commissions are now $10K+ per deal and how the industry is stronger and more lucrative than ever. From Iowa farm kid to champion recruiter, he's helping broke beginners fly out for 7-10 day blitzes and bank $10K-$20K with zero money down.

Michael breaks down Warren Buffett's "greatest transfer of wealth in history," why the U.S. energy grid is headed for collapse, and how homeowners can achieve 25 years of energy independence for free. Hear the 11 objections every solar rep faces, why door-to-door beats every other sales job, and how financial freedom starts with conquering your ego.

If you're tired of dead-end wages and ready to get paid like the elite, this episode is your blueprint.

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