The UpFlip Podcast

Kyle Frey has a unique business that makes him millions of dollars a year. What he does isn’t something you hear about every day.  He’s an oyster farmer on the coast in North Carolina. He started his farm with zero experience, hardly any money, and at the time, he’d never even eaten an oyster. Kyle is an entrepreneur but he said it feels like he doesn’t work a single day because he absolutely loves what he does.His company did $1.6M in 2023 and he’s set to do $4M in 2024. Kyle shares how he got started on a tight budget. How he set up his farm business, and the different ways he makes money from oysters. This is a unique interview that you do not want to miss! And if you enjoy this, be sure to check out our Youtube channel where he’ll be coming on in July!Resources:www.upflip.com/podcast: Episode 79 How to Make $7.3M/Year Blogging About Your Hobbyhttps://bit.ly/3BYRi0I Join the Academy and learn from top entrepreneurs like Kyle https://www.crystalcoastoysters.co/ Connect with KyleReady to be your own boss without starting from scratch? Grab our FREE Franchise Guide and unlock the secrets of proven business models that have already created thousands of success stories. Connect with UpFlip: On Youtube On Instagram On Facebook @UpFlipOfficial on Twitter For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Entrepreneur Michael Lisovetsky shares his journey founding 5 businesses by 30, discussing core principles, scaling strategies, personal productivity tips, and challenges of running an agency business. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, hiring the right team, impact of personal development books, strategies for starting a business, remote work etiquette, and challenges of managing and selling an agency.

Shana Lynn is an expert at community building. In this episode she shares her insights for cultivating a community that improves customer retention - no matter what industry you’re in. She discusses the definition of community, platforms for community building, and the impact of community on customer retention rates. Shana also provides valuable advice for online businesses looking to build a community and highlights the unexpected challenges many face in the early days. The conversation delves into the importance of building and nurturing your customer relationship, the impact of face-to-face connections, the value of customer retention, and the role of community in marketing and business growth. Resourceswww.upflip.com/podcast: How to Fail the Right Way: Lessons from a Multi-Million-Dollar Companyhttps://bit.ly/4hdzGOR Kickstart your startup with expert advice from industry expertshttps://www.shanalynn.com/podcast: Community Creators PodcastReady to be your own boss without starting from scratch? Grab our FREE Franchise Guide and unlock the secrets of proven business models that have already created thousands of success stories. Connect with UpFlip: On Youtube On Instagram On Facebook @UpFlipOfficial on Twitter For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Shan Greggs started her candle business with her final paycheck ($467) after she was laid off from her job at United Airlines. That’s when Shan decided to become her own boss. Today, she is the founder and CEO of a wildly successful candle company that’s generating $85K per month.Starting out, Shan made candles in her kitchen and sold them out of the back of her car. Now, her candles are available online and in stores around the country. We uncover how she was able to scale from candle making in her kitchen, to a brick and mortar store landing deals with retailers.Resourceshttps://bit.ly/3YyIRlv: Jumpstart your business with resources from the expertshttps://www.upflip.com/podcast: $500K/Year Selling Candleshttps://simplyscentscandles.com/: Connect with ShanReady to be your own boss without starting from scratch? Grab our FREE Franchise Guide and unlock the secrets of proven business models that have already created thousands of success stories. Connect with UpFlip: On Youtube On Instagram On Facebook @UpFlipOfficial on Twitter For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Neil Parekh shares how he started a cleaning company with minimal funds, scaled it to $1 million in 3 years, while traveling to 50 countries. He emphasizes the importance of systems, excellent service, and strategic unavailability as a leader. Neil also discusses the benefits of franchising, cultural experiences through travel, and automating business processes for scalability.

Jyll Saskin Gales, a Google Ads expert, shares her journey into digital marketing and why she chose Google Ads as her area of focus. She discusses how she started learning Google Ads and the results she achieved for her own business. Jyll also talks about working as a side hustle while at Google and eventually leaving to focus on her own business. She shares her experience of getting her first client through TikTok and provides tips for creating successful Google Ads campaigns, including selecting keywords, writing compelling ad copy, and setting an appropriate budget. Takeaways:There are various strategies to target competitors' traffic, but it's important to be mindful of policy restrictions and focus on more effective methods.Craft compelling ad copy that includes a clear call to action, highlights unique features or benefits, and incorporates social proof.When it comes to Google Ads you have to spend lots of money to make money. Resources:Take Jyll’s coure on UpFlip Academy: https://bit.ly/4hh6IgZHow to Go from $0 to 7-figures Online (with Rand Fishkin): https://theupflippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1812063/14926269-120-how-to-go-from-0-to-7-figures-online-with-rand-fishkinReady to be your own boss without starting from scratch? Grab our FREE Franchise Guide and unlock the secrets of proven business models that have already created thousands of success stories. Connect with UpFlip: On Youtube On Instagram On Facebook @UpFlipOfficial on Twitter For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Chris Ducker discusses building the business of your dreams through a personal brand. He emphasizes consistency and focusing on one area to attract the right audience. Niching down in the right ways to grow your business successfully. Chris shares the common misconception that success is solely measured by money and stresses the importance of prioritizing well-being. He shares a pivotal and comical moment when he discovered Zig Ziglar’s work through a cassette tape stolen from the library, which influenced his entrepreneurial journey in a big way!Takeaways:Building a personal brand as a business requires focusing on a niche and consistently providing value to your audience.Success should not be solely measured by money, but also by personal fulfillment, well-being, and impact.Listen to your body and prioritize your health and happiness as an entrepreneur.Resources:https://bit.ly/3YBuiO1: Learn right from incredible entrepreneurs at UpFlip Academyhttps://youpreneur.com/: Connect with ChrisReady to be your own boss without starting from scratch? Grab our FREE Franchise Guide and unlock the secrets of proven business models that have already created thousands of success stories. Connect with UpFlip: On Youtube On Instagram On Facebook @UpFlipOfficial on Twitter For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Entrepreneur Tara Bosch, built a $360 million business revolutionizing candies with a mission to kick sugar. Key takeaways: knowing your 'why', extreme gratitude gaining free mentors, authenticity over words, finding purpose naturally. Explore purpose-driven businesses impact and authenticity, healthier candy options, combatting sugar consumption, staying true to vision.

Brianna Rooney, a successful entrepreneur, shares tips on starting a staffing agency. She advises to prioritize those who need your services initially, separate self-worth from business success, and not rush to hire when starting out. The podcast explores the challenges and mindset shifts in entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of mindset in running a successful staffing agency.

Tommy Mello, home services industry legend, shares his journey building A-1 Garage into a $220M company with 700 employees. Topics include early system implementation, company culture, avoiding AI takeover, and empowering employees through equity ownership for entrepreneurial success.