

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex
Paul Alex Espinoza
Welcome to The Level Up Podcast with Paul Alex, where real stories fuel real success.I’m Paul Alex, ex-Detective turned 8-figure entrepreneur. After leaving law enforcement, I built multiple businesses helping everyday people create residual income and freedom on their own terms.This podcast isn’t just talk, it’s your weekly dose of mindset, money, and mission-driven motivation. Whether you’re still working your 9-5 or building your first business, every episode is designed to help you start, scale, and sustain your own journey.💥 Listen in to hear:
How I went from 100-hour weeks to financial freedom
Interviews with underdogs who made 6+ figures from scratch
Real-life strategies to build passive income
What it really takes to level up mentally and financially
📲 Add me on Instagram: @PaulAlex 📣 Tag your favorite episode in your IG Story and I’ll repost it with a personal message from me.Let’s build together. Let’s grow together. And most importantly, let’s level up.👊 Paul Alex Founder, OfficialPaulAlex.com
How I went from 100-hour weeks to financial freedom
Interviews with underdogs who made 6+ figures from scratch
Real-life strategies to build passive income
What it really takes to level up mentally and financially
📲 Add me on Instagram: @PaulAlex 📣 Tag your favorite episode in your IG Story and I’ll repost it with a personal message from me.Let’s build together. Let’s grow together. And most importantly, let’s level up.👊 Paul Alex Founder, OfficialPaulAlex.com
Episodes
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Sep 19, 2025 • 3min
Why Failure Is Your Fastest Shortcut to Wealth
Most people fear failure like it’s the end of the road—but in reality, it’s the fastest way to build wealth. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, I reveal why the most successful entrepreneurs don’t run from failure—they run toward it. Every setback is a lesson, and every lesson gets you closer to your breakthrough.
You’ll learn:
🔑 How failure forces you to adapt and refine your strategy
💪 Why rejection and setbacks build the mindset of a true winner
⚡ How failing fast accelerates your path to success
If you’re tired of playing it safe and ready to start winning bigger, this episode will shift how you see failure forever.
🎧 Tap in now and discover why embracing failure is your ultimate shortcut to wealth.
Your Network is your NETWORTH!
Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
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Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.com
FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com
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Sep 18, 2025 • 37min
From Trader Joe’s to $220K/Month: Luke Dobson’s INSANE Rise
In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we sit down with Luke Dobson (@lukedobsonn), a 24-year-old entrepreneur who went from stocking shelves at Trader Joe’s to scaling his digital marketing business to $220K a month. 🚀
Luke opens up about overcoming depression, building unshakable habits, and how skill stacking completely changed the trajectory of his life. From door-to-door solar sales to videography, and finally teaching local businesses how to crush it with Instagram ads and DMs—Luke’s story is proof that resilience and relentless work ethic can create life-changing results.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, stuck in a 9-5, or just need motivation to push through tough seasons, Luke’s journey will inspire you to bet on yourself and take the leap.
✨ Key Takeaways:
Why daily habits are the foundation for long-term success
How to pivot through industries and keep leveling up
The exact strategies Luke used to scale to $220K/month
Why investing in mentorship accelerates growth
How mindset and resilience are everything in entrepreneurship
🎧 Don’t miss this powerful episode with Luke Dobson (@lukedobsonn) as he breaks down the mindset, strategies, and sacrifices that fueled his INSANE rise.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 3min
The Millionaire Mindset No One Talks About
Most people think the millionaire mindset is all about waking up at 4 AM, grinding harder, and never stopping. But the truth? That’s only half the picture. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, I reveal the lesser-known traits that truly separate millionaires from everyone else—and it’s not what you think.
You’ll discover:
💡 Why chasing fast money keeps you broke and how to build lasting wealth instead
🧠 The power of removing emotions from high-stakes decisions
💵 Why millionaires invest first and flex later
If you want to stop playing small and start thinking like a true wealth builder, this episode is your blueprint to adopting the mindset that lasts for decades—not days.
🎧 Tap in now and learn how to shift your mindset so you can level up your money, your business, and your life.
Your Network is your NETWORTH!
Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
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LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024
Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.com
FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com
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Sep 18, 2025 • 3min
How to Build Confidence When You’re Starting From Zero
Every entrepreneur starts at the same place—zero. No experience, no track record, no validation. But here’s the truth: confidence isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, I break down exactly how to create unstoppable confidence when you’re just getting started.
You’ll learn:
🔑 Why confidence comes from action—not waiting to “feel ready”
🏆 How stacking small wins builds long-term belief in yourself
🚫 Why you need to stop waiting for outside approval and start trusting your own grind
If you’ve been holding back because you don’t feel confident enough, this episode will show you how to take control, build momentum, and prove to yourself that you belong in the game.
🎧 Tune in now to learn how to build confidence from the ground up and keep leveling up every step of the way.
Your Network is your NETWORTH!
Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
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YouTube: https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024
LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024
Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.com
FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com
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Sep 17, 2025 • 3min
Why Most Entrepreneurs Can’t Scale—and How You Can
Starting a business is one thing—but scaling it? That’s where most entrepreneurs fail. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we break down the biggest reasons people stay stuck at the same level and what you can do differently to actually scale.
You’ll discover why:
🚫 Being the bottleneck kills your growth—and how to fix it
⚡ Simplifying beats complicating when it comes to scaling
👑 Thinking like a CEO (not a hustler) is the ultimate game-changer
If you’re ready to stop running a job and start running a scalable business, this episode gives you the blueprint.
🎧 Tune in now and learn how to build a business that runs without you.
Your Network is your NETWORTH!
Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
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LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024
Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.com
FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com
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Sep 17, 2025 • 3min
The Hidden Cost of Short-Term Thinking
Most people stay broke not because they lack opportunities—but because they can’t stop thinking short-term. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we break down why chasing fast cash, cutting corners, and avoiding the long game ends up costing more than it pays.
You’ll learn why:
⏳ Short-term decisions sabotage long-term wealth
🚫 Impatience destroys opportunities that take time to grow
🌍 Visionary thinking (5, 10, 20 years ahead) is the real path to financial freedom
If you’re tired of chasing quick wins that never add up, it’s time to shift your mindset and start building for the future.
🎧 Tune in now to learn how to stop playing small and start stacking long-term success.
Your Network is your NETWORTH!
Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024
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YouTube: https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024
LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024
Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.com
FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com
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Sep 17, 2025 • 3min
Why Your Success Depends on Doing Less, Not More
Most entrepreneurs think the secret to success is doing more—more projects, more tasks, more grind. But the truth? Doing less is what actually creates freedom and results. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we break down why simplification is the ultimate growth strategy.
You’ll discover how to:
✂️ Cut the noise and focus only on what moves the needle
🔑 Delegate or eliminate tasks that don’t drive revenue or growth
🚀 Build lean systems that scale instead of collapse under complexity
Because here’s the reality—busy doesn’t equal successful. The entrepreneurs who win long-term aren’t the ones doing everything… they’re the ones doing the right things, consistently.
🎧 Tap in now and learn how to simplify, execute, and dominate.
Your Network is your NETWORTH!
Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
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LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024
Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.com
FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com
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Sep 16, 2025 • 1h 22min
Matt Lopez on Violence in America, the Charlotte Train Murder, and Escaping the Badge Through Crypto
In this powerful episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex sits down with former law enforcement officer Matt Lopez to dive into America’s escalating violence, the tragic Charlotte Train Murder involving a Ukrainian refugee, and how his own painful experiences in policing led him to build a new path through entrepreneurship and crypto.
Matt opens up about the challenges of serving in law enforcement, the toll it took on his health and family, and the betrayal he felt from the very system he dedicated his life to. He shares how those struggles fueled his transition into the crypto space, where he rebuilt his life, created financial independence, and began mentoring others on the same journey.
From hard conversations on systemic failures to insights on resilience, leadership, and wealth creation, this episode highlights why taking ownership of your future is more important than ever.
📲 Connect with Matt on Instagram: @precisionmatt
Your Network is your NETWORTH!
Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
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Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:
www.CashSwipe.com
FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com.
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Sep 16, 2025 • 3min
How to Thrive When Everyone Else Panics
When chaos hits, most people freeze—but winners rise. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we break down how to not only survive but thrive when the world is panicking.
Paul reveals how to:
🧠 Control your mindset when fear takes over
🚀 Spot opportunities where others see problems
💪 Build unshakable confidence to execute under pressure
Because here’s the truth: markets crash, businesses stumble, and people lose their cool—but the ones who win are the ones who stay calm, adapt, and move forward with strategy.
If you’ve ever wondered how to stay sharp while everyone else is spiraling, this episode is your blueprint.
🎧 Tap in now and learn how to turn pressure into power.
Your Network is your NETWORTH!
Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
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LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024
Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.com
FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com
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Sep 16, 2025 • 3min
Why Your Inner Circle Determines Your Net Worth
👥 Your environment shapes your success more than you think.
In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down why your inner circle directly impacts your net worth. If you’re surrounded by complainers, doubters, and people who play small—you’ll stay stuck. But if you upgrade your circle and surround yourself with winners, everything changes.
Paul shares how high-level relationships normalize success, create opportunities you can’t find alone, and push you to think bigger. This isn’t just about networking—it’s about building the right environment to unlock your full potential.
🔑 Key takeaways:
Why your circle determines your mindset and results
How to attract and connect with high-level people
The hidden opportunities that come from the right relationships
Why upgrading your environment is the ultimate growth hack
How your net worth always mirrors your network
Your circle can either hold you back—or push you toward greatness. The choice is yours.
Your Network is your NETWORTH!
Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024
Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024
YouTube: https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024
LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024
Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur?
Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:
🌐 www.CashSwipe.com
📘 FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com
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