Millionaire University
Millionaire University
Millionaire University is on a mission to help you build wealth, achieve financial freedom, and create a business that supports the life you want. We reveal proven strategies for business growth, personal finance, and investing—teaching you how to increase your income, build passive revenue streams, and take control of your money. You will learn how to start and scale a business, make smarter financial decisions, and build lasting wealth—all while creating a life of impact and fulfillment. Growing a business and achieving financial freedom doesn’t have to be as complicated as some may think. At Millionaire University, we cut through the confusion and break things down in a simple, actionable way to help you reach your financial goals faster. Whether you’re launching a business, scaling an existing one, growing your net worth, creating multiple income streams, learning to invest or developing a millionaire mindset to overcome obstacles holding you back, we’ve got you covered. In each episode, one of our Millionaire Mentors will deliver an action-packed masterclass, sharing exactly how they built wealth—and how you can do the same. If you're ready to take a smarter, faster path to financial freedom, welcome to Millionaire University—your school for wealth creation. Graduate rich, not broke. Get your FREE Business Training at MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
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Aug 13, 2025 • 43min
How Sahil Patel Is Using A/B Tests to Optimize Website Conversions (MU Classic)
#541 Want to make your website your best salesperson? In this episode, host Brien Gearin dives into the fascinating world of conversion rate optimization (CRO) with Sahil Patel, CEO of Spiralize. Together, they explore how your website can and should be converting more of the traffic you already receive. Sahil shares his journey from being a Spiralize customer to leading the company, along with actionable insights into A/B testing, website optimization, and building a data-driven approach to increase conversions. Discover the power of proven A/B test winners, the importance of running iterative experiments, and why CRO is positioned to be as critical for businesses today as SEO was 20 years ago. Whether you’re a B2B SaaS company or a small business owner looking to optimize your website, this episode is packed with value!
(Original Air Date - 12/16/24)
What we discuss with Sahil:
+ Website as a salesperson: Your website should convert visitors
+ CRO defined: Turning visitors into customers through testing
+ A/B testing power: Measure and refine website performance
+ Data-driven strategies: Use proven A/B test winners
+ Website optimization tips: Try Loom videos and Google Translate
+ Focus on B2B SaaS: Optimize trial and demo buttons
+ CRO beyond SaaS: Applicable to industries like home services
+ Avoid pitfalls: Don’t skip testing or rely on guesses
+ Future of CRO: Positioned for growth, like early SEO
+ Spiralize’s model: Full-service, data-powered optimization
Thank you, Sahil!
Check out Spiralyze at Spiralyze.com.
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Aug 13, 2025 • 46min
She Built a Creative Agency in the Age of AI — Here’s What She’s Learned | Hannah Ryu
#540 Is AI helping or hurting your creativity and intuition? In this insightful episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Hannah Ryu, co-founder of Oak Theory, a creative tech studio pushing boundaries in branding, UX/UI, and web development. Hannah shares her entrepreneurial journey from immigrant roots to agency ownership, the power of partnership, and how AI is transforming the way we work — both for better and for worse. We explore healthy ways to integrate AI into your workflow without sacrificing human insight, how intuition and analog practices are making a comeback, and why creativity and execution — not just automation — still win in business. This is a must-listen for founders navigating the fast-evolving world of entrepreneurship in the age of AI!
What we discuss with Hannah:
+ Hannah’s journey to entrepreneurship
+ Building Oak Theory and Under the Oak
+ UX/UI explained through real-world examples
+ Impact of AI on creative industries
+ Healthy vs. harmful AI usage
+ Importance of intuition and analog practices
+ Benefits of business partnerships
+ Using AI for operations and proposals
+ Avoiding overdependence on tools
+ Seasonality of tech exploration in business
Thank you, Hannah!
Check out Oak Theory at OakTheory.co.
Check out Under the Oak at UndertheOak.co.
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Aug 12, 2025 • 48min
Rent Out Your Garage Like Airbnb? Meet the CEO Who Made It Happen | Joseph Woodbury
#539 What if you could turn your garage, driveway, or empty plot of land into passive income — without lifting a finger? In this episode, host Brien Gearin chats with Joseph Woodbury, CEO and co-founder of Neighbor — the “Airbnb of storage and parking.” Joseph shares how a simple idea during college turned into a venture-backed startup now operating in all 50 states and helping everyday people earn thousands renting out unused space. You’ll hear the origin story of Neighbor, how they raised $75M in funding, and how their platform is creating a new wave of low-overhead, passive-income entrepreneurs. Whether you’re curious about starting a side hustle or investing in scalable storage opportunities, this episode is full of insight and inspiration!
What we discuss with Joseph:
+ Origin of Neighbor’s marketplace idea
+ Starting with no funding, door-to-door
+ Raising $75M in venture capital
+ Hands-on expansion to new markets
+ How Neighbor compares to Airbnb and Uber
+ Passive income opportunities for hosts
+ Power users earning six figures
+ Storage demand stats and growth
+ Protection plans for renters and hosts
+ Future plans for global expansion
Thank you, Joseph!
Check out Neighbor at Neighbor.com.
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Aug 11, 2025 • 46min
3 Strategies for Balancing Business and Family With Stephen and Chelsey Diaz (MU Classic)
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#538 Ready to make it "rain"? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel interviews Stephen and Chelsey Diaz, the dynamic husband-and-wife duo behind the Rainmaker Family. They share their inspiring journey from overworked photographers trading time for money to building a thriving e-commerce business and educational platform that empowers moms to create financial freedom. We dive into their practical strategies for balancing business and family, including the power of themed days, creating a “dream week”, and implementing family meetings for better communication and organization. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling a full-fledged company, this episode is packed with actionable insights on how to build a life where your business works for you — not the other way around!
(Original Air Date - 12/13/24)
What we discuss with Stephen and Chelsey:
+ Switching Costs: Minimize mental fatigue by reducing task-switching
+ Dream Week: Design a schedule prioritizing family and focus
+ Themed Days: Dedicate specific days to similar tasks
+ Family Meetings: Weekly planning for better communication
+ Time-for-Money Shift: Transition to scalable income streams
+ Scaling Intentionally: Grow business while prioritizing family
+ Balancing Roles: Set boundaries to avoid overwhelm
+ Lessons Learned: Turn mistakes into growth opportunities
+ Freedom in Structure: Use systems to achieve balance
+ Family Entrepreneurship: Build a life-first, business-second model
Thank you, Stephen and Chelsey!
Check out The Rainmaker Family at RainmakerFamily.com.
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Listen to The Rainmaker Family Show.
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Aug 11, 2025 • 46min
He Built a Furniture Empire While Working Full-Time | Kwadwo Som-Pimpong
#537 What starts as a hobby in a garage can grow into a nationally recognized brand — just ask Kwadwo Som-Pimpong, founder of Crafted Glory! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Kwadwo shares how he built his handcrafted furniture business while still working a full-time engineering job. From making his first end table to commanding premium prices for one-of-a-kind pieces, Kwadwo opens up about the evolution of his brand, the power of storytelling through design, and how working alongside his wife has transformed both the artistry and strategy of the business. Whether you're a maker, a side hustler, or a creative entrepreneur, this episode is packed with inspiring insights on pricing your worth, building a team, and using your current circumstances to fuel your future success!
What we discuss with Kwadwo:
+ Building furniture business while employed
+ Starting with Etsy and small items
+ Transitioning to high-end custom pieces
+ Importance of pricing for value
+ Using imagery to elevate brand perception
+ Collaborating with wife on strategy and design
+ Infusing Ghanaian heritage into products
+ Learning from corporate job to grow business
+ Hiring a team to scale operations
+ Vision for brick-and-mortar and creative hub
Thank you, Kwadwo!
Check out Crafted Glory at CraftedGlory.com.
Follow Kwadwo on Instagram.
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Aug 10, 2025 • 53min
Building an 8-Figure Outdoor Gear Subscription Box: How John Roman Merged E-commerce and Community (MU Classic)
#536 How do you turn a subscription box into an 8 figure e-commerce empire? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with John Roman, CEO of BattlBox, a thriving e-commerce subscription service delivering handpicked outdoor, survival, and EDC gear to enthusiasts worldwide. John shares the incredible evolution of BattleBox, the challenges of scaling, and how content and community have been their secret weapons in generating $20M+ annually. Plus, he sheds light on their Netflix show experience, the importance of building authentic customer relationships, and his unique perspective on the current state of e-commerce. If you’re curious about how to build a sustainable e-commerce brand and foster an engaged community, then you won't want to miss this value-packed interview!
(Original Air Date - 12/11/24)
What we discuss with John:
+ John Roman’s journey to CEO
+ Growing BattlBox to $20M+
+ Recovering from a Facebook ban
+ Power of content and community
+ Behind the scenes of Netflix show
+ B2B vs. B2C sales insights
+ Leveraging customer feedback
+ Building loyalty through engagement
+ Selling and buying back BattlBox
+ E-commerce tips for success today
Thank you, John!
Check out BattlBox at BattlBox.com.
Check out John's blog at OnlineQueso.com.
Follow John on LinkedIn.
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Aug 9, 2025 • 50min
From Plumbing Tech to CEO: John Wilson on Scaling a $26M Home Service Company (MU Classic)
#535 Want to build a business in the trades? In this episode, host Brien Gearin chats with John Wilson, owner of Wilson Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling — a $26 million home service company on a mission to reach $100 million. John shares his journey from taking over his family’s small plumbing business at 23 to scaling it into a multi-million dollar enterprise through acquisitions, reinvestment, and strategic growth. You'll hear actionable advice on navigating growth plateaus, the importance of choosing a target customer, and how simplifying service offerings can lead to greater profitability and efficiency. John also opens up about the challenges of leading a multi-trade business and the potential of franchising as a growth strategy. Whether you're in the trades or scaling any service-based business, this episode is packed with insights for entrepreneurs at all stages!
(Original Air Date - 12/4/24)
What we discuss with John:
+ Overcoming growth plateaus
+ Scaling through acquisitions
+ Focusing on target customers
+ Simplifying service offerings
+ Growing profitably post-reinvestment
+ Service vs. geographic expansion
+ Considering franchising for growth
+ Building strong team culture
+ Competing in less saturated markets
+ Opportunities in the trades industry
Thank you, John!
Check out Owned and Operated at OwnedandOperated.com.
Check out Wilson Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling at WilsonPlumbingandHeating.com.
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Aug 8, 2025 • 17min
Secrets #8, 9, 10 of the Millionaire Mind: Big Picture Thinking, Tame Your Brain, and Keep Moving Forward (MU Classic)
#534 Ready to master the final secrets of the Millionaire Mind? In this episode, Justin wraps up the transformative series by unveiling secrets #8, #9, and #10. Learn how to embrace big-picture thinking, tame your brain, and keep moving forward — three foundational principles to achieve lasting success. Justin shares actionable strategies to reframe setbacks, control emotional responses, and build resilience for the long game. Packed with insights to inspire growth, this episode will equip you to navigate challenges, stay consistent, and pursue your ultimate financial and personal goals. Visit MillionaireUniversity.com/mind to access all 10 secrets today and start your journey to millionaire status!
(Original Air Date - 12/3/24)
What Justin discusses on today's episode:
+ Big-Picture Thinking: Focus on years, not days
+ Reframing Challenges: Obstacles are growth opportunities
+ Tame Your Brain: Manage emotional responses effectively
+ Emotional Risk: Overcome fear to take action
+ Consistency Wins: Small actions lead to success
+ Baseball Analogy: Learn from frequent "outs"
+ Emotional Control: Stay calm under pressure
+ Persistence Matters: Keep going despite setbacks
+ Self-Reflection: Focus on growth, not just goals
+ Practical Tools: Shift from reactive to logical thinking
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Aug 8, 2025 • 50min
From Navy SEAL to CEO: How Born Primitive Became a 9-Figure Apparel Brand | Bear Handlon
#533 What started as a niche compression short created in a neighbor’s living room has grown into a global nine-figure apparel brand! In this inspiring episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Bear Handlon, co-founder of Born Primitive, shares his incredible journey from Navy SEAL and failed entrepreneur to building a thriving business that now spans activewear, performance footwear, tactical gear, and more. Bear dives into the early hustle, why he didn’t take a salary for six years, how bootstrapping shaped their success, and the moment their sports bra changed everything. He also shares hard-won lessons about product development, inventory risk, customer service, and the strategic use of lines of credit. Plus, hear how his company paid off $11 million in veteran medical debt — and why staying mission-driven matters. This episode is packed with wisdom for anyone chasing an entrepreneurial dream!
What we discuss with Bear:
+ Origin of Born Primitive apparel
+ Bootstrapping after a failed business
+ Building while serving in the Navy
+ Reinvesting profits for six years
+ Early sales through CrossFit events
+ Product expansion from shorts to shoes
+ Lessons on giving away equity
+ Scaling with Meta ads and tactical gear
+ Paying off $11M in veteran medical debt
+ Customer service as a growth strategy
Thank you, Bear!
Check out Born Primitive at BornPrimitive.com.
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Aug 7, 2025 • 50min
The Hollywood Storytelling Formula to Make Your Brand Unforgettable | Greg Logan
#532 If your brand’s story isn’t landing, this episode is your masterclass in making it unforgettable! In this powerful conversation, Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Greg Logan, founder of Narrativity, who shares how he went from award-winning copywriter to reality TV show creator to brand storytelling expert. Greg breaks down why most entrepreneurs struggle to communicate their true value and how to flip the script using Hollywood’s greatest storytelling formulas. You’ll learn how to craft a compelling brand quest, why tension builds connection, how to turn your About page into a backstory that builds trust, and the secret to making your audience the hero. Whether you're writing content, pitching offers, or trying to stand out online, this episode will help you turn your business into a blockbuster brand!
What we discuss with Greg:
+ From advertising to reality TV
+ Winning a global pitch at Cannes
+ Why most brand stories fall flat
+ Hollywood formulas for business storytelling
+ Crafting an effective “brand quest”
+ Making the audience the hero
+ Using tension to hook attention
+ Creating an emotional brand “backstory”
+ Why trust is earned, not claimed
+ Storytelling tips for social media content
Thank you, Greg!
Check out Narrativity at Narrativity.com.
Check out Blockbuster Brands at BlockbusterBrands.com.
Take the free Storytelling Quiz.
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