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

Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.

Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.

Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‘The Kylee Cast’ feat. Leigh Fitzpatrick Snead, Ep. 25: When God Calls You To Parenthood But Not Pregnancy