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Hope Trory, an expert in transforming websites into lead-generating machines, offers valuable insights into optimizing digital presence. She discusses actionable strategies for clear messaging and understanding audience needs. Hope reveals the power of interactive quizzes as effective lead magnets and emphasizes the importance of structuring content for higher conversions. Listeners learn about the significance of market research and the necessity of regular site updates. With practical advice, she guides how to create a seamless customer journey that converts visitors into clients.

#298 In this episode, Aaron Hale interviews me. I share our origin story and the vision of Millionaire University. I share my perspective on picking an avatar and target audiences, and the importance of just taking action. We discuss the Perfect Curriculum for young future entrepreneurs and talk about how to motivate kids toward entrepreneurship.(Original Air Date - 10/19/23)What Justin discusses on today's episode:+ Introduction and Thoughts on Hybrid Education+ Traveling in Australia: First Impressions and Experiences+ The Beauty of Australia: Beaches, Wildlife, and Local Life+ Personal Reflections and Meditations+ The Journey of Letting Go and Finding Peace+ Introduction to the Interview with Aaron Hell+ The Inspiring Story of Aaron Hell+ The Adventure of Traveling the World with Family+ The Perfect Curriculum for Entrepreneurship+ The Journey of Starting and Selling a Business+ The Experience of 'Retirement' and Finding Fulfillment+ The Birth of Millionaire University+ Discussing Careers with Children+ Inspiration Behind Millionaire University+ Challenges of Encouraging Entrepreneurship in Kids+ The Concept of Millionaire University+ The Problem with Society's Expectations+ The Need for Change in Education+ The Impact of Entrepreneurship on Family Life+ The Importance of Balancing Work and Play+ Experiences of Raising Entrepreneurial Kids+ The Importance of Practical Learning+ The Power of Improbable Deadlines+ The Concept of Procrastinating on Purpose+ Nurturing the Entrepreneurial Spirit in Kids+ The Ideal Curriculum for Millionaire University+ The Importance of Understanding Business Opportunities+ The Role of Money in Entrepreneurship+ The Target Audience for Millionaire University+ The Fulfillment of Running Millionaire University+ The Importance of Knowing Your Business Numbers+ The Importance of Action in Entrepreneurship+ Closing ThoughtsFor more information go to MillionaireUniversity.comTo get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.And follow us on:InstagramFacebookTik TokYoutubeTwitterTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#297 What if a simple TikTok video filmed by a seven-year-old could launch a million-dollar business? Or lead to a deal on Shark Tank? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Justin Baer, the founder and CEO of Collars & Co., a Mark Cuban-backed menswear brand that's changing how professional men dress. Justin takes us behind the scenes of his entrepreneurial journey — from the initial idea sparked during COVID to scaling the business into a full menswear line. He shares how a simple TikTok video filmed by his seven-year-old daughter turned into $40,000 in sales in the first month, why being willing to fail is key to success, and how giving away your product for free can be a powerful market test. Whether you're launching a product or looking to refine your business strategy, Justin's insights on testing, scaling, and building relationships will give you the confidence to take the next step!What we discuss with Justin:+ How a TikTok video sparked $40K in sales+ Testing product viability with consignment+ Importance of being willing to fail+ Scaling from one product to a full brand+ Leveraging influencer and social proof marketing+ Why giving away products can drive sales+ Balancing product uniqueness vs. smart marketing+ Building strong relationships with retailers+ Transitioning from DTC to omnichannel strategy+ Learning and adapting quickly as an entrepreneurThank you, Justin!Check out Collars & Co. at CollarsandCo.com.Use coupon code MU to get 20% off your first order.Watch the video podcast of this episode!And follow us on:InstagramFacebookTik TokYoutubeTwitterTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#296 One of the greatest luxuries in life is the ability to make decisions. And the great thing about making decisions is that the more you make them and the more willing you are to learn from them, the better you get at making the right ones. Thus improving the results you get out of life...putting you more in line with the lifestyle you desire to live.Now yes, no one has full control over how life turns out exactly, that's what keeps it exciting, but you can set yourself up for better options and better results when life throws its curveballs.So let's talk about 25 tips for making better choices today!Also, we've put together an awesome, detailed article that captures all the highlights from this episode! Don't miss out and check it out right here!(Original Air Date - 10/12/23)What Tara discusses on today's episode:+ Introduction and Personal Experience in Bali+ The Power of Decision Making in Business+ 25 Tips for Making Better Business Decisions+ The Influence of Self-Perception on Decision Making+ The Role of Personal Risk in Decision Making+ The Impact of Your Current Situation on Decision Making+ Improving Your Decision Making Skills Over Time+ Balancing Your Plate When Making Decisions+ Aligning Your Decisions with Your Goals+ Sharing Decision Making to Avoid Fatigue+ The Importance of Communicating Your Decisions+ The Power of Decision Making+ The Impact of Unfulfilled Promises+ The Importance of Persistence+ The Role of Relationships in Decision Making+ The Power of Belief and Persistence+ The Importance of Honesty in Decision Making+ The Impact of Decision Making on Relationships+ The Role of Decision Making in Business+ The Importance of Quality Checks in Business+ The Power of Decision Making in Business Success+ The Impact of Decision Making on Business Standards+ The Importance of Decision Making in Protecting Business and Families+ The Role of Emotional Baggage in Decision Making+ The Power of Tracking Results in Decision Making+ The Importance of Feedback in Decision Making+ The Role of Emotional Maturity in Decision Making+ The Power of Changing Your Mind in Decision Making+ The Importance of Organization in Decision MakingResources from this episode:To learn more, check out this blog post: 25 Tips for Making Better Business DecisionsSign up for our FREE Business Course - over 300+ new business ideas, also includes the 7 Phases of a business, so you know where you are now and where you need to go next. You'll also get 7 of the most popular marketing strategies and 31 stay-on-track hacks that successful millionaires follow to grow and automate their businesses. Go to https://www.millionaireuniversity.com/training.And follow us on:InstagramFacebookTik TokYoutubeTwitterTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#295 Want to turn your fitness passion into a six-figure business? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Marcus Gates, founder of Thriving Lives Fitness — an online nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle coaching business. Marcus shares his journey from college athlete and PE teacher to successful online coach, building a thriving six-figure business with a roster of over 100 clients. He opens up about the challenges of transitioning from teaching to entrepreneurship, how he built a sustainable membership model, and the keys to scaling his business while balancing life as a stay-at-home dad. If you’re thinking about starting an online fitness business or looking for inspiration to take your coaching to the next level, then this episode is for you!What we discuss with Marcus:+ From PE teacher to entrepreneur+ Building a sustainable membership model+ Transitioning from in-person to online coaching+ Overcoming pricing and sales challenges+ Balancing business and family life+ Importance of client communication+ Handling objections to online coaching+ Scaling through word-of-mouth and social media+ Impact of COVID on business growth+ Hiring a team to expand servicesThank you, Marcus!Check out Thriving Lives Fitness at ThrivingLivesFitness.com.Follow Marcus on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.Email Marcus at marcus@thrivinglivesfitness.com.Watch the video podcast of this episode!And follow us on:InstagramFacebookTik TokYoutubeTwitterTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Loper, host of The Side Hustle Show, shares his journey towards embracing side hustles beyond mere 'hustle culture.' He discusses 15 innovative side hustles you can start with little to no money, including blogging, Etsy shops, and virtual assistance. Loper emphasizes the importance of creativity in selling, effective marketing strategies, and the potential of engaging in paid market research. Tune in for practical tips on launching a side hustle that can evolve into a thriving business!

#293 Would you rather work for a jerk who offers clarity or a nice boss who leaves you in the dark? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Jacob Karnes, founder of Waves Business Coaching and author of Master Your First Job. Jacob shares valuable insights from his 10 years at Chick-fil-A, where he learned the importance of leadership, clarity, and managing people effectively. He explains why the most important quality for a leader is providing clarity — and why employees would rather work for a "jerk" who offers clarity than a nice boss who doesn't. Jacob also discusses hiring strategies, retaining top talent, and how to build a strong company culture rooted in leadership and clear expectations. If you're managing a team or thinking about hiring, then this episode is for you!What we discuss with Jacob:+ Why clarity is the key to leadership+ Hiring for character, chemistry, and competency+ Lessons from Chick-fil-A’s success model+ How to retain top talent in today’s market+ Managing Gen Z and millennial employees+ Why customer experience starts with leadership+ Setting clear expectations for your team+ Building a high-performing culture+ Overcoming early struggles in business coaching+ Transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurshipThank you, Jacob!Check out Waves Business Coaching at WavesBusinessCoaching.com.Get a free copy of Master Your First Job.Follow Jacob on LinkedIn.Watch the video podcast of this episode!And follow us on:InstagramFacebookTik TokYoutubeTwitterTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#292 This lesson is a real-life coaching call I have with a young soon-to-be father named James Metcalf Jr.In episode 37, I spoke with James about starting his own business and he recently reached out to me with some struggles he's been having.We often hear people say "Just take action" but just taking action won't get you the results you want unless it's the right kind of action. In this episode, you'll hear me shoot it on what James needs to do if he wants to succeed with his business. It's one thing to hear me or anyone say "Take effective action" but hearing this coaching call with James might be just the thing to help you better understand what that means and identify where you might need to change something up in your own business. So let's get to it!I also want to thank James for being so vulnerable and letting us record and use this call so that others who are struggling with something similar can also get unstuck, grow their business, and change their lives for the better.(Original Air Date - 9/28/23)What Justin and James discuss on today's episode:+ Introduction to Successful Business Ownership+ Experiencing Bali: A Personal Journey+ Sales and Marketing Insights+ James Metcalf Jr.'s Story: Struggles of a Soon-to-be Father+ The Reality of Starting a Mobile Mechanic Business+ The Importance of Direct Communication and Honesty+ The Struggles of James Metcalf Jr.: A Candid Conversation+ Overcoming the Victim Mindset+ The Power of Sales and Marketing+ The Reality of Starting a Business+ The Importance of Taking Action+ The Power of Persistence in Business+ Final Thoughts on Successful Business Ownership+ Understanding the Fear of Rejection+ The Power of a Positive Mindset+ The Importance of Embracing Rejection+ The Challenges of Starting a Business+ The Power of Taking Action+ The Importance of Setting Goals+ The Power of Networking and Referrals+ The Importance of Persistence in Business+ The Power of Effective Communication+ The Importance of Taking Fast, Effective Action+ The Power of Resilience in Business+ The Importance of Having a Clear Vision+ The Power of Overcoming Fear+ The Importance of Consistency in Business+ Conclusion: The Journey to SuccessFor more information go to MillionaireUniversity.comTo get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.And follow us on:InstagramFacebookTik TokYoutubeTwitterTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#291 What would you do if you had $100K in the bank — quit your job, start a business, or finally take that dream trip? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Tori Dunlap, internationally recognized money and career expert, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of Her First $100K. After saving $100K by the age of 25, Tori quit her corporate job to fight financial inequality by giving women actionable tools to take control of their money. Tori opens up about how having that financial safety net gave her the freedom to build a multimillion-dollar business and help over 5 million women improve their financial lives. She shares why traditional financial advice often misses the mark for women, how personal finance is 80% systemic and 20% personal choice, and the power of building a business with systems that turn virality into lasting success. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to take the leap into entrepreneurship, then this episode will light your fire!What we discuss with Tori:+ How saving $100K at 25 changed Tori’s life+ Personal finance: 80% systemic, 20% personal+ The power of financial freedom and options+ Why traditional money advice fails women+ Turning a side hustle into a full-time business+ Building systems to capitalize on virality+ Importance of knowing your “ramen noodle number”+ Why niching down attracts the right audience+ Coaching and community as business growth tools+ Done is better than perfect – just start!Thank you, Tori!Check out Her First $100K at HerFirst100K.com.Listen to the Financial Feminist Podcast.Follow Tori on Instagram and TikTok.Watch the video podcast of this episode!And follow us on:InstagramFacebookTik TokYoutubeTwitterTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#290 Today's episode is called Build The Machine. Owning our own business is great, but if you don't work towards building it in a way that it can work without you always being 100% involved, it can sometimes become more like a job that never goes away.In today's episode, we talk about the importance of building the machine and how I wasn't taking my own advice, and how it bit me in the butt.(Original Air Date - 9/21/23)What Justin discusses in today's episode:+ Introduction to Building the Machine+ The Importance of Working on Your Business+ The Power of Delegation and System Creation+ The Balance of Business and Personal Life+ The Struggles of Entrepreneurship+ The Growth of Millionaire University+ The Challenges of Content Creation+ The Reality of Overworking+ The Importance of Support in Entrepreneurship+ The Vision for Millionaire University+ The Importance of Diverse Voices in Business+ The Vision of Creating Self-Sustaining Businesses+ The Ideal Workflow for a Successful Podcast+ The Struggle of Balancing Growth and Sustainability+ The Strategy for Monetizing and Scaling the Business+ The Challenge of Maintaining Work-Life Balance+ The Decision to Adjust the Podcast Schedule+ The Reflection on Personal Growth and Business Challenges+ The Importance of Building a Business MachineFor more information go to MillionaireUniversity.comTo get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.And follow us on:InstagramFacebookTik TokYoutubeTwitterTo get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors.Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices