Life, Money & Love with Dylan Mullan

Dylan Mullan
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Mar 11, 2024 • 59min

How 2 High School Best Friends Built A $300K Per Month Ecom Empire & Sell A Bottle Of Tanning Oil Every 9 Minutes! (Brunae Body Founders: Aidan & Michael)

Aidan Drentin & Michael Ballato are the Founders of Australia's newest tanning sensation, Bruane Body. After starting the business at just 21 years old they had no idea what to expect but fast froward just a couple of short years and their lives now look completely different. Imagine starting a business that ends up selling a bottle of tanning oil every nine minutes! That's exactly what Aidan and Michael have done. From dreaming up business ideas in high school to a thriving brand that has changed more than their owns lives, this story is what ecommerce is all about!Aidan & Michael share their story of getting started in the e-commerce world, facing the challenges head-on, and witnessing their lives transform as their business skyrockets. But what's even more inspiring is how these two managed to multiply their monthly revenue tenfold, literally overnight, going from 10K to 100K, and then soaring beyond to 300K per month. It's the kind of growth most entrepreneurs only dream of, and Aidan and Michael are living it.In this episode:The Birth of Brunae Body: How Aidan and Michael transitioned from high school friends dreaming about business to creating a successful Aussie tanning brand.Rapid Growth and Scaling: Understand the strategies that propelled Brunae Body from modest monthly earnings to explosive growth, achieving sales that exceed expectations.Product Development Process: Gain insights into the product development process behind Brunae Body's offerings.Marketing and Brand Building: Learn about the innovative marketing tactics Aidan and Michael employed to build their brand's presence, from influencer partnerships to strategic social media use.The Role of Mentorship and Continuous Learning: Discover the impact of mentorship and the continuous pursuit of knowledge on their business journey.Navigating Business Challenges: Understand the ups and downs of running a rapidly growing e-commerce business, including managing supply chain issues, dealing with product malfunctions, and learning from feedback and failures.---Apply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://calendly.com/viralbrandbuilder/applyformentorshipFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanFollow the boys here👇Brunae Body: https://www.instagram.com/brunaebody/?hl=enAidan: https://www.instagram.com/aidandrent/?hl=enMichael: https://www.instagram.com/michaelballato/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 1h 50min

Josh Saunders: Spirituality, Energetics & The Complete Mindset Revolution That Made Him An Unstoppable Force

In this episode we delve into the extraordinary life and mindset of Josh Saunders, a name synonymous with resilience, transformation, and the pursuit of excellence. Josh's journey is anything but ordinary, beginning with an unconventional rise in Brazilian jiu-jitsu that defied all odds.From overcoming childhood adversity without the support of his parents to challenging authority figures and societal norms, Josh's story is a testament to the power of intrinsic motivation and the resilience of the human spirit.Josh candidly shares his experiences with overcoming traumatic events, not by dwelling on them as excuses but by viewing them as invaluable learning opportunities. His unique perspective on life, deeply rooted in spiritual beliefs and a profound understanding of the energetics of manifestation, sheds light on how he has harnessed the power of his mindset to transform challenges into stepping stones towards success.Josh's story is a reminder that life's trials and tribulations are not what define us but how we choose to respond to them. Through his story, we learn that true success lies not in external accolades but in the relentless pursuit of growth, self-awareness, and the unwavering commitment to live authentically. This episode is more than just a conversation; it's an invitation to rethink our own limitations and to embrace the potential within us all.In this episode:Josh's Rise in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: His unexpected entry and success in the sport, moving away from a potential career in rugby due to injuries.Overcoming Childhood Adversity: How early independence and challenges shaped his resilience and determination.Reconciling Past Trauma: Josh discusses how he turned traumatic experiences into valuable lessons, focusing on growth and the present.Issues with Authority: His journey from distrusting authority figures to recognizing the value of earned expertise.Intrinsic Mindset and Spirituality: Exploration of his beliefs in energetics, manifestation, and the universal principles of creation.Expiring Without Regrets: Josh's goal to fully utilise his potential in service of others, aiming for a legacy of impact and personal growth.---Follow Josh here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hpucoaching/?hl=enFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://calendly.com/viralbrandbuilder/applyformentorship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 26, 2024 • 1h 36min

$100M CEO: The EASIEST Way To Increase PROFIT & Build A Business That Runs WITHOUT You!!!

Jack Delosa is one of the most successful business coaches & entrepreneurs Australia has ever produced. Jack has appeared on the AFR Young Rich List 5 times and has amassed a net worth of over $100M in the process.He is the Founder & CEO of Australia's largest business coaching and training provider, The Entourage, which has generated a group revenue of over $2 Billion and counting. Under his leadership, The Entourage has been awarded the 4th Best Place to Work in Australia, and the Top 50 in Australasia, by Best Places To Work.Prior to The Entourage, Jack co-founded MBE Group, which helped mall to medium sized businesses raise money from investors. MBE enabled their clients to raise over $300 million from investors and would go on to become one of Australia's fastest growing companies. Along the way, Jack became an investor, investing into companies spanning biotechnology, luxury real estate, finance, ecommerce, food retail, recruitment and even aviation, including one company that become what's known in Silicon Valley as a "unicorn" – a business that goes from $0 to $1 billion within ten years. Jack has personally trained, mentored and presented live to over 245,000 entrepreneurs and companies including ASX200 companies, SMEs, federal and state governments, athletes, NRL and AFL clubs, celebrities and some of the world's leading entrepreneurs.In this episode:Is it really possible to grow faster, work less and live more? Jack lays out his blueprint for doing exactly that regardless of what stage of business you're at.What it means to be a "conscious wealth creator".How to optimise your time and prioritisation skills when managing multiple projects at once.The changes in habit, routine and perspective that had the most impact on Jack's life over the past 10 years.The role inner child work plays for an entrepreneur and why you'll never achieve true success if you don't learn to control your emotions and overcome your triggers.Overcoming the industry wide challenges that The Entourage faced after a government policy change. It got so bad his accountants told him to shut down the business and give up.The strategy Jack used to land his dream mentor at age 21 (and how you can do exactly the same).What Jack is motivated by and why money doesn't do it for him anymoreBeing voted the 4th Best Place to Work In Australia: How Jack built the winning culture---Apply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://calendly.com/viralbrandbuilder/applyformentorshipFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanFollow Jack here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackdelosa/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 1h 28min

Denan Kemp: From NRL Outcast To The Bloke In A Bar: How He Built Australia’s No.1 Sports Podcast & Best Selling Beer

Denan Kemp, is a former NRL Player (Brisbane Broncos), the Host of Australia's No.1 Sports Podcast 'Bloke In A Bar' and the Founder of Bloke Beer.Denan was an extremely talented athlete who had contact offers from the NRL, AFL & the A-League before choosing to sign with the Brisbane Broncos, whom he played 32 games for before moving across the ditch to the New Zealand Warriors (11 games). Regardless of his natural talent, Denan's playing career ended in a rather disappointing fashion at the age of just 27.Launching as "The Locker Room" which has now been rebranded to Bloke In A Bar, growth was nothing crazy for the first few years but after a realisation that putting his own personality into the content would make him stand out more and be more relatable to his audience, the podcast quickly exploded and fast became the no.1 sports podcast in Australia with over 1 million monthly downloads.Off the back of the success of the podcast, he went on to launch the best selling Bloke Beer that had massive growth and a strong connection with its target audience, selling 750,000 cans in its first six months and now sees them stocked in thousands of retails across the country. Denan's story is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and the ability to turn a vision into reality. In this episode:The unfortunate situation that led to Denan retiring at 27 years old.What his life looked like working as an apprentice electrician in coldest above ground mine in Australia.How he used annoy all of the other boys on-site talking about how "there should be more to life than this".Travelling from the mines to interview Beau Ryan and why he had to ask his boss to finish work early just so he could record the early 'Locker Room' podcasts.How he secured sponsorship for Bloke In A Bar before most people even knew what a podcast was.The one change that he made that saw the growth of Bloke In A Bar explode.Launching Bloke Beer - a way bigger endeavour than he ever imagined.Having to move back into his parents home to try and save his brothers Tapas Bar.Why starting the Bloke Bar almost bankrupt him.How an investor knocking on the door out of the blue one day changed everything.---Apply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://calendly.com/viralbrandbuilder/applyformentorshipFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanFollow Denan here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denankemp/?hl=enBloke In A Bar: https://www.instagram.com/blokeinabar/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 1h 23min

Bae Juice Founders: Selling 2.5 MILLION Units Of The VIRAL $4 Hangover Cure

In this episode I had the pleasure of sitting with the legends behind the wildly successful Hangover cure brand Bae Juice, Tim O'Sullivan & Liam Gostencnik.Tim and Liam stumbled upon a goldmine when they learned about the hangover-fighting properties of Korean pears while in Korea with their other co-founder, Sumin Do. They quickly realised the potential for a business and new they had to get it out to consumers.After four years of bootstrapping the brand and selling 2.5 million units, the pair have raised $500,000 to crack the US market alongside a distribution deal in Woolworths, Dan Murphys and BWS.Their mission of providing a natural hangover cure. Their journey is a testament to the power of innovation and perseverance in the world of entrepreneurship.In this episode:How Tim learned about the powers of the Korean Pear Juice on a chance trip to Korea.How they negotiated an exclusive partnership with the Korea's largest pear distributor before even launching the brand.The simple change in messaging that turned around the brands fortunes and SKY-ROCKETED sales!How going door to door at local IGA Supermarkets spring-boarded their retail success (they are now in over 3500 stores across Australia!)Why you're probably NOT DOING ENOUGH to get your brand off the ground and the honest advice that changed everything for them.The hilarious content marketing strategy the boys have used to make their brand go viral on social media and how you can steal their strategy.How they secured investment to take the brand international.What it's like to see Bae Juice pop up all over NYC.The exact strategy they use to get FREE PR coverage from a variety of different publications across ANY industry/niche.Why MERCHANDISING is their biggest and MOST EFFECTIVE marketing expense!---Apply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand (limited spots available!)👇https://calendly.com/viralbrandbuilder/applyformentorshipFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanFollow the boys here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkbaejuice/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drinkbaejuice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 1h 13min

How To Build A Profitable Agency With ZERO Experience + The Business Model With Crazy Margins That No One Is Talking About (Beginner Friendly) - Jamie Kritharas, Founder & CEO Defiant Digital

Jamie Kritharas is the Founder & CEO of Defiant Digital, Australia's Leading Creative Performance Agency. Jamie first appeared on the podcast back in 2022 and in the past 18 months his business has completely exploded (the numbers don't lie and they are seriously impressive).Defiant has been one of the fastest growing agencies in Australia over the past couple of years and boasts a client list of some of Australia's biggest brands and most successful E-commerce start ups.In this episode go deep on all things business:How to START, then SCALE a completely bootstrapped agency and be profitable from DAY 1.How to sign your easily clients for ANY agency or service based business.The exact hiring process Jamie uses to hire "A" Talent (what you need to look for).The culture shifts within Defiant that show half of his staff resign over night and why it was the BEST business decision he has ever made.The BEGINNER FRIENDLY Business Model With Crazy Margins that NO ONE (Low Risk, HUGE Reward!!!) - Massive opportunity in 2024!The mindset shifts he needed to go through to facilitate the growth (even though it was uncomfortable).The principles behind ULTRA-VIRAL Re-Branding videos thats have seen TENS OF MILLIONS of views on their Instagram and how you can achieve something similar.The best ways to structure your Facebook ads account to see MAXIMUM results with minimum budget.The types of creative that are working best for Ecommerce brands in 2024.---Apply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://calendly.com/viralbrandbuilder/applyformentorshipFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanFollow Jamie here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiekritharas/?hl=enDefiant Digital: https://www.instagram.com/defianthq/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 1h 14min

How She Lost 55kg, Built A Business From Scratch & Completely Transformed Her Life | Personal Brand & PR Coach: Cassandra Hilli 

Cassandra Hili is a personal branding coach, publicist & the founder of Millennium Communications, a PR & Marketing Agency.After weighing 117kg at the age of just 15, Cass went through an incredibly inspiring weight-loss transformation, losing over 55 kilos and gaining 250,000 followers in the process, completely changing the direction and trajectory of her life forever.After building her own PR agency to multi-six figures per year through her own personal branding strategies, Cass was featured in the likes Forbes, DailyMail & Yahoo Finance and was named one of the Top 50 Small business leaders and a Finalist for the Young Entrepreneur Awards Sydney, well and truly making a name for herself within the PR industry.Cass was featured in the likes Forbes, DailyMail & Yahoo Finance and has been named as a Top 50 Business Leader by Inside Small Business and was a finalist in the Young Entrepreneurs Awards Sydney 2019.In this episode:Complete mental, emotional and physical TRANSFORMATION: Losing 55kg after weighing in at 117kg at just 15 years of age.How she built her Marketing & PR agency, Millennium Communications from scratch at just 22 years old.Deep reflection on self-worth, confidence and the process she used to build her self-belief.How working a holistic mindset coach transformed the way she see's the world, herself and her relationships + how to achieve your own major BREAKTHROUGHS!Why PERSONAL BRANDS are an essential part of business in 2024 and why you're getting left behind if you don't have one.The essential SKILLS & TRAITS that Cass believes all entrepreneur needs to be truly successful."EVERY start-up founder needs to start building their personal brand now" (regardless of if you are an introvert or extrovert!) - how to get started even if you have ZERO followers.The niches and sub-niches that are set to explode in 2024 (the opportunity here is CRAZY).---Follow Cassandra here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassandra.hiliMillennium Communications: https://www.instagram.com/millenniumcommunicationsFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://calendly.com/viralbrandbuilder/applyformentorship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 22, 2024 • 1h 4min

Q&A with Dylan: Advice On Scaling, Dropshipping, FB Ads, Selecting The Right Product & What I’m Focusing On In 2024

I answer a series of questions that were submitted by you, the Life, Money & Love listeners. This episode provides great insight into what's currently woking in the world of ecommerce and what the future holds, what I’m personally working on and what you need to do to make 2024 your best year yet!In this episode:A deep dive into everything ecommerce: How find the right product, tips of scaling from 6 to 7 figures, FB Ads, Organic Marketing Strategies and why they are so important in 2024.How my life has changed since making money and why I continue to push myself each day to grow the businesses and my wealth.My life growing up: Public school vs Private school + my relationship with my GrandaMy current morning routine and what my training looks like.What you should be doing to make your Facebook ads works in 2024 and what’s changed recently.The topics I’ve changed my mind on recently and why that is.How to apply for job opportunities with me.BTS on the process of producing the podcast.---Follow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://calendly.com/viralbrandbuilder/applyformentorship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 15, 2024 • 1h 3min

How He Turned A Hobby Into A Multi-Million Dollar Ecommerce Empire - Light My Bricks Founder, Kenny Lee

Kenny Lee is the Founder & CEO of the ultra successful Lego lighting brand, Light My Bricks. Kenny started the company in 2016 after rediscovering his love for Lego. After spending thousands dollars on his new hobby he wanted a way to tell his Wife that he wasn't just wasting time and money and that in fact, this could go somewhere (at the very worst at least he could use it as a tax right off for next new hobby).Today, Light My Bricks boasts the largest range of lighting kits, lighting components and effects. They are the market leader in Lego lighting, offering a wide variety of LEGO lighting options to suit the needs of all their customers.On top of running the business, Kenny recently set himself a challenge of gaining 10,000 followers within within 100 days which he literally hit on his 100th day and he has now smashed sitting at over 16,000 just one month later!This episode was very insightful and inspirational and is proof that you can turn your passion into profit by figuring out how to build a business around what you love.In this episode:How Kenny fell in love with the world of Lego and crafted a plan to turn his new passion into a business.How and when he made the decision to quit his 9-5 and go full-time on the business.Why it's building a business around a genuine hobby of yours sets you up for long term success!How Light My Bricks planned out their record breaking Black Friday period.How Kenny gained 10,000 followers in 100 days and how posting content has transformed completely his business and life.Why Lego is no longer just for kids and how the adult market of Lego has evolved to a very lucrative investment opportunityChallenges/Lessons: Managing cash flow and a rapidly growing team.---Follow Kenny here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennybelikewater/?ref=berninablog&hl=deLight My Bricks: https://www.instagram.com/lightmybricks/?ref=berninablog&hl=deFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://calendly.com/viralbrandbuilder/applyformentorship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 8, 2024 • 1h 28min

Ailia Bottle Founders: Launching One Of The Most Viral Brands Of 2023 & Helping Women With Endometriosis Overcome Chronic Pain - Youi & Danielle

Youi Tabbiche & Danielle Wehbe are the Founders of one of the most viral ecommerce brands to launch in 2023 - Ailia Bottle. This was a fun episode as both guests are great friends of mine. Youi who has worked closely with Joe & I on the podcast from almost day one and both of them have been part of the Viral Brand Builder community from the beginning.The reason this brand means so much more than most is that Danielle has lived with Endometriosis since she was 12 and suffers with chronic pain on a daily basis. Youi who was sick and tired of always having to heat up hot water bottles, knew there must be a better way, and that's when the Ailia bottle was born!If you are an avid user of TikTok, I am sure that you have seen this pair as they have gone viral again and again since launching their E-Commerce brand. They have garnered tens of millions of views in a matter of a few months and they have sold out twice already!I know first hand, just how hard these two work and the effort that they put into their brand, building a community & helping so many women out there is a testament to both of their characters. I can't wait to see how far they can take this brand, the sky is really the limit!In this episode:What life is like for Danielle who lives with Endometriosis and the impact living with daily pain has had on her life.How the idea for the Ailia Bottle was born.The struggles Youi & Danielle faced in the 2 years pre-launch and why it was so important they smashed through limiting beliefs and never gave up!The organic content strategy they used to go viral countless times & how you can STEAL their strategy for your brand!How they SOLD OUT multiple times without spending any money on ads!The challenges they faced with trademarking (Learn from the mistakes they made so you don't make the same ones yourself!)The exact framework and types of content you should be creating for your brand.The real value of documenting the journey. ($$$)---Follow Youi & Danielle here👇Youi: https://www.instagram.com/yousseftabbiche/?hl=enDanielle: https://www.instagram.com/daniellewehbee/?hl=enAilia Bottle: https://www.instagram.com/ailiabottle/?hl=enFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://join.viralbrandbuilder.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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