

Travis Makes Money
Travis Chappell
You can't save your way to your dream life anymore. The truth is, you’re gonna need to learn to make more money. The Travis Makes Money Podcast is not your typical personal finance show. Rather than shaming you for buying a Starbucks coffee or pressuring you to become a billionaire, we focus on empowering you to make more money so you can enjoy life today while preparing for your future. You don’t have to cut back so much that you miss out on the present, and you don’t need to become the next Jeff Bezos either. Hosted by veteran podcaster Travis Chappell, each daily episode features interviews with regular people just like you – yes, you – who have learned how to make more money in unique and unconventional ways. From turning side hustles into an extra six figures to building massive business empires, these conversations dive into the mindset shifts, hard-earned lessons, and simple strategies that helped these individuals succeed. With over 1,000 podcast episodes under his belt, Travis has developed a unique ability to pull out inspiring stories and practical advice you can apply to your own financial journey that you just won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re looking for strategies on side hustles, skill building, investing, building generational wealth, or just motivation to take your next steps, this podcast is your resource. Tune in daily for insights, actionable tips, and inspiration from some of the most successful and interesting money-makers on the planet.
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Aug 16, 2021 • 33min
679: Genecia Alluora | No Other Choice but to Succeed
It’s time to go from ‘what if’ to ‘what’s next?’ Genecia Alluora is a former Miss Singapore and the Founder of Soul Rich Woman,South East Asia's leading network for female entrepreneurs connecting 12,000+ women and 200,000 subscribers across the region. Genecia believes that networks help women to build their brand recognition and online reputation as a leader. Her goal is to get them more customers, confidence and credibility - while making a positive impact in the world, with her work greatly influencing Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia.So much practical wisdom today. Let’s get right into the episode and learn more from Genecia how having no other choice but to succeed will push you to go all in and all out!Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:58] Opening Segment
I introduce today’s guest, Genecia Alluora
Bio
Genecia gives us some background on her story
Supporting herself through school
Taking up and teaching unique certifications
Bullied in school for not having the newest stuff
[04:59 - 20:17] No Other Choice but to Succeed
Genecia talks about going from survival to building bigger things
Leaving a profession to join as Miss Singapore
The impact of her network
Overcoming the insecurity to pursue something uncomfortable
Grit and determination
Taught the value of exchange
Genecia shares her thoughts on risk
Getting passed the what if to what’s next
Go all in and all out
Overcoming something bigger than your capacity
Resourcefulness and visualization
Practical example
[20:18 - 25:45] Own and Love the F Word
How Genecia is helping other women take control of their success
Inspired by a life of freedom
Crossing the million dollar line
Showing others it’s possible
A word from our sponsors
How to get started
Start with the end in mind
The importance of pivoting online
Visualize your ideal then reverse engineer
[25:46 - 32:17] Closing Segment
Who you know or what you know?
The analogy of an author
Genecia’s top networking tip
- Be yourself
ThE RaNDoM RoUnD
How to engage with Genecia
Links below
Final words
Tweetable Quotes: “Turn your mess into your message…” - Genecia Alluora “I really believe in taking risks, because that's what life is all about… Because what's a breakthrough when there is no risk involved?” - Genecia Alluora“Is it that I'm limited by my limitations, or am I limited by my resourcefulness?” - Genecia Alluora Resources Mentioned: Soul WhyConnect and engage with Genecia on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Check out https://www.soulrichwoman.com/ and become the entrepreneur you were meant to be. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 14, 2021 • 21min
678: Casey Patterson | Emmy Nominated Producer on Making Something Bigger than Yourself
Longevity in making something great is not only about the quality of the product but the quality of the experience and a love for the people you do it with.Casey Patterson is an executive producer who has been nominated for four Emmy awards and two PJ Awards, and head of Casey Patterson entertainment. She has created an array of groundbreaking programming including the breakout hit-series Lip Sync Battle, Netflix's A Very Murray Christmas, Spike's One Night Only: Alec Baldwin, Rock the Troops with Dwayne Johnson's Seven Bucks Productions, The Concert of the Century at the White House, Saturday Night Live 25th Anniversary Special, and so much more! An incredible guest today. Let’s jump right in and learn how this Emmy Nominated Producer accomplished her dreams by doing something bigger than herself.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:15] Opening Segment
I introduce today’s guest, Casey Patterson
Bio
Casey gives us some background on her story
Influenced and inspired by MTV
A movement for adolescents
A part of something bigger
Growing up in St. Croix and England
[05:16 - 12:41] Doing Something Bigger than Yourself
Starting a career in entertainment as a talent booker
Being moved by content
The usual career path
Making something the talent wants to do
Building authority and experience
How Casey made the leap into management
A value for the voice of the demographic
Best idea wins - spot bonus
How relationships played a huge role in Casey’s career
The importance of like minded people
A word from our sponsors
[12:42 - 17:07] Love the Story You’re A Part of
Casey shares what drives her to find success
A love for creators and the creative process
How to have longevity
Work with the people you adore
Quality of product and experience
[17:08 - 20:15] Closing Segment
The story and impact behind the recent Emmy nomination
How to engage with Casey
Links below
Final words
Tweetable Quotes: “I felt like I was a part of something bigger than myself… That was my first real understanding into the context of what a good brand really is and that is to stand for something bigger than just the product.” - Casey Patterson“You have to love the community and you have to love the content and you have to respect that connection which is precious…” - Casey Patterson“I think it’s important to carve out enough time and breathing room when making things to enjoy the making of things and enjoy the people you’re doing it with.” - Casey PattersonConnect and engage with Casey on Instagram and Twitter. Go to http://caseypattersonent.com/ for more upcoming and exciting content.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 13, 2021 • 10min
677: BYN Breakdown | You Don't Have to Be the Expert
Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 12, 2021 • 38min
676: Joe Keohane | The Power of Talking to Strangers
In an increasingly isolated and suspicious society, we may be losing out on an incredible superpower that opens doors and actively improves our lives - the ability to talk to strangers.Joe Keohane is a New York-based writer and editor who has held high-level editorial positions with, or written for, Esquire, Medium, Entrepreneur, The New York Times, the Boston Globe, the New Yorker, and New York Magazine writing on everything from politics, to travel, to social science, business, and technology. He is now the author of his first book, The Power of Strangers: The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World.Let’s dive right in and learn from Joe how the power of talking to strangers can not only build your network, but directly affect you as a person. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:29] Opening Segment
I introduce today’s guest, Joe Keohane
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Joe gives us some background on his story
Growing up in a social family
Athletic as a kid
Falling in with the artistic crowd
Going into the job world
[06:30 - 18:50] The Power of Talking to Strangers
Joe talks about his start into writing
How Joe began to network
Writing to other writers about their work
Joe’s college experience
Joe talks about how he got networking for writing
Going to people who are doing what you want
Sticking with the responsive people
It should be a pleasurable experience
Follow your curiosity not an agenda
A word from our sponsors
[18:51 - 33:29] The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World
The inspiration for the book
The rise of isolation
The benefits of talking to strangers
The individual benefits
The social benefits
The example of Braver Angles
Talking to people who disagree with you
Talking to people to expand yourself
[33:30 - 37:29] Closing Segment
Who you know or what you know?
Without who you know, what you know makes no difference
We are social creatures
ThE RanDoM RoUnD
How to engage with Joe
Links below
Final words
Tweetable Quotes: “I haven’t applied for a job in 10 years… My network does everything for me, it’s amazing.” - Joe Keohane“People fail at networking when they think it’s like eating your vegetables, it should be pleasurable, and indulging your curiosity.” - Joe Keohane“If you want to talk to someone you have to be willing to change, you have to be open to what they’re saying… a real conversation can actually change you.” - Joe KeohaneResources Mentioned:
The Power of Talking to Strangers
Conversation - Theodore Zeldin
Religion for Atheists
Connect and engage with Joe on Twitter and LinkedIn. Go to https://joekeohane.net/ to learn more about the power of talking to strangers. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 11, 2021 • 47min
675: Mashup | Starting Young ft. Caleb Maddix, Mikaila Ulmer, Casey Adams
Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischapell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 10, 2021 • 36min
674: Ryan Wenger | How to Know When to Pivot
As an entrepreneur, you know that the key to the success of any venture or project is knowing when it’s time to pivot and being intentional about it. Ryan Wenger, LA Magazine featured ‘superlawyer’ turned travel business innovator, is the Founder and CEO of WhereTo, a travel business manager for travel business managers.Ryan is on a mission to make traveling cheaper and easier for all people. He has raised over $10 million in venture capital, brought together a team of world class engineers and executives, and helped build two platforms used by millions, one of which was acquired by Flight Centre.Let’s dig into this episode and learn more from Ryan about how to know when it’s time to pivot, and how to do it effectively. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:12] Opening Segment
I introduce today’s guest, Ryan Wenger
Want better interviews? Go to Guestio.com
Ryan gives us some background on his story
Growing up in Woodstock, New York
Parents’ career and lifestyle
High School experience
College experience
Going into Law
[07:13 - 18:04] How to Know When to Pivot
Ryan shares about his experience transitioning from law
Always experimental at heart
The inspiration to go into ‘travel’
Getting investors through telling stories
Building a new platform
Building and launching process
Getting passed the learning curves
The story of going viral and getting millions of users
Getting key partnerships
How to know when to pivot
A glaringly obvious point
Put your problems into perspective
A word from our sponsors
[18:05 - 26:44] How to Pivot Well
Getting into uncomfortable positions to move forward
The key to success
Playing the numbers game
How relationships come into play
Being a good networker
Ryan’s partnership experience
The levels of investors
How to know when to hand over leadership
Knowing when someone can do a better job
[26:45 - 34:34] Closing Segment
What’s next for Ryan?
Getting acquired by Flight Centre
Merging strengths
Seeing it all stand on its own
Who you know or what you know?
Your network is what helps or hurts your company
It’s ok to start from zero if you put in the work
ThE RanDoM RoUnD
How to engage with Ryan
Links below
Final words
Tweetable Quotes: “I loved jumping into ideas and seeing if I could bring them to light.” - Ryan Wenger“You have to take an honest look at your problems and think about the pivot opportunity and weigh the cost and the benefits.” - Ryan WengerResources Mentioned:
WhereTo
WhereFor
The Lean Startup
The Art of the Start
Connect and engage with Ryan on LinkedIn and Twitter. Check out https://ryanwenger.com/ to get your hands on some more awesome content and tips.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 9, 2021 • 37min
673: Dr. Ruth Gotian | The Success Factor
Everybody has the potential for success, but too few actually develop the plan. Dr. Ruth Gotian is the Chief Learning Officer and Assistant Professor of Education in Anesthesiology.She has been named by the journal Nature and Columbia University as an expert in mentorship and leadership development. She is also a contributor to Forbes and Psychology Today where she publishes her research about the mindset and skill set of peak performers, including Nobel laureates, astronauts and Olympic champions which has also inspired her newest book, The Success Factor.Jump in as we learn more from Dr. Gotian about the success factor and the mindset we need to be high achievers.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:54] Opening Segment
I introduce today’s guest, Dr. Ruth Gotian
Dr. Gotian gives us some background on his story
Always the one who was different
Growing up during specific gender roles
Career today
Surrounded by successful people
Building on experiences
[05:55 - 14:52] Opening Your Mind to Find Truth
Exposure to new ideas during college
Dr. Gotian’s college experience
The value of learning HOW to think
Getting her doctorate
Parsing through what is ‘true’
Textbooks are not gospel
There are no one right ways to do something
Navigating a breakdown of world views
Trial and error
Expose yourself to different sources
Making your own informed decision
A word from our sponsors
[14:53 - 24:52] The Success Factor
The pillars of high achievers
Intrinsically motivated
A high level of perseverance
Strong foundation
Everyone can become a high achiever
You need to have a plan
Passion audit
How to see the passion in others
See what they do during down time
Not what but WHO you want to be
What problem do you want to solve
[24:53 - 36:01] Closing Segment
Who you know or what you know?
Who is critical because they open doors
Dr. Gotian’s example
Choosing the right advice
Do your research
Do what’s important
Freedom vs. commitment
The importance of mentorship and masterminds
Mix things up
ThE RanDoM RoUnD
How to engage with Dr. Gotian
Links below
Final words
Tweetable Quotes: “I quickly realized that people’s definition of what I should do was based on their limited view. But the more I saw and the more I talked to people… I got to see what else is out there.” - Dr. Ruth Gotian “I think everybody has the potential but not everyone has the plan… What is that blueprint for success that you can adapt to your own life?” - Dr. Ruth Gotian“If you want to have impact, you need to do something important.” - Dr. Ruth GotianResources Mentioned:
The Success Factor
Take the Passion Audit
Connect and engage with Dr. Gotian on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Check out https://www.ruthgotian.com/ to learn from the Top30 Management Thinker. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 7, 2021 • 1h 4min
672: Jeremy Herider | No Excuses, Taking Responsibility for Your Optimal Self
Have you ever been told, “you’re not good enough?” If you’ve been told that, or you’re thinking it now, then it's the very next steps you take that will determine your outcome. Jeremy Herider was a man starting from nothing and is now a former Pro Baseball player turned Productivity coach.He is the CPO (Chief Productivity Officer) at Keller Williams VIP Realty and Founder of OptimalSelf. Jeremy has a passion to help and teach people how to build a team and expand across local and regional markets. His mission is to assist people in building careers worth having, businesses worth owning and lives worth living as well as creating habits for success that cross generational lines. He is also the host of the podcast Optimal Self.Dive into Jeremy’s inspiring story and our conversation about having no excuses and taking responsibility for your optimal self.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:57] Opening Segment
I introduce today’s guest, Jeremy Herider
Jeremy gives us some background on his story
Parents and upbringing
Struggling financially growing up
Baseball player from birth
[07:58 - 28:41] No Excuses, Taking Responsibility for Your Optimal Self
Jeremy’s thoughts on creating success from nothing
Making it your passion
Unlocking your own personal power
Leaving your prison
Getting out of the past
Even in the ‘glory days’ can be prison
Creating your next level
It’s your choice
Jeremy’s experience on the drive to improve
When expectations don’t meet the narrative
“Because you weren’t good enough”
“What are you going to do about it?”
What to do when you’re not good enough
Compounding hard work over time
A word from our sponsors
[28:42 - 49:34] How You are Here is How You are Everywhere
The balance between hard work and natural born talent
Opinions should not motivate you, good or bad
Being the best you at everything you do
Curating your passion
Elevating your hard work to all areas of your life
We all have the ability to learn in common
Success comes from learning
Your life is in seasons
Constantly working on yourself in each season
Don’t attach your identity to just one thing
What you do is not who you are
Your ‘Google Review’
What do you want to say about yourself
[49:35 - 1:02:57] Closing Segment
Who you know or what you know?
Would not be here without others
Seeking knowledge from people who have done it
Implementation is power
Knowledge is no good with people around you
ThE RanDoM RoUnD
How to engage with Jeremy
Links below
Final words
Tweetable Quotes: “The moment you will take responsibility for everything in your life, is the moment you unlock your own personal power to have anything in your life.” - Jeremy Herider“The worst prison in the world is the one you don’t even know you’re in… They are locked in because they’re a prisoner of the past.” - Jeremy Herider“Do you want to be the kid that makes it as a 12 year old? Or do you want to be the kid at 22 that’s running on the field in front of 50,000 people? Your choice, how are you gonna play it?” - Jeremy Herider Resources Mentioned:
Optimal Self: The Art of Becoming the Best Version of Yourself
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Optimal Self YouTube
Connect and engage with Jeremy on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. Check out https://www.optimalself.today/ and start becoming the best version of you. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 5, 2021 • 56min
670: Shaahin Cheyene | Top Amazon Consultant on Breaking a Billion in Sales
When you start from nothing, you have nothing to lose - and that is what can give you the grit and ambition to continue. Starting from nothing, Shaahin Cheyene dropped out of high school and went on to discover that you can't learn the principles that make you wealthy in this economy at any school.Starting his work at the age of 16, he made over a billion dollars by the time he was 18. Shaahin is the serial entrepreneur who invented Herbal Ecstasy, The Vapir Vaporizer and is now a leading Amazon seller and top consultant for people who want to make millions in sales. He is also the author of the new book Billion: How I Became King of the Thrill Pill Cult. Let’s dive into Shaahin’s incredible story and experience and learn how this top Amazon consultant and seller made a billion dollars in sales.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:54] Opening Segment
I introduce today’s guest, Shaahin Cheyene
Shaahin gives us some background on his story
Immigrated to America from Iran
Everyday is survival
The pressures of cultural expectations
Stories from upbringing
[06:55 - 18:05] Breaking a Billion in Sales
Shaahin talks about carving his own path in life
Not fitting in as a kid
Finding a culture to fit in
Who is making the money?
The idea to sell a legal pill
Success using a drug dealing format
Breaking a Billion Dollars in sales
Distribution is key to everything
The experience and after effects
Dealing with the adversity
[18:06 - 35:31] The Relentless Drive to Keep Going
It’s easier to sell success than work for it
Shiny object syndrome
Staying relentless even when you don’t need to
Driven by excitement
The importance of tunnel vision
Making money doesn’t have to be a struggle
Chase excellence and money is a byproduct
Developing and cultivating the mindset
From me to what
From what to how
Find the distribution
Come to the table with excellence
How to become bulletproof
The 4 pillars
1. Build a foundation
2. Have other investments
3. Real Estate
4. Have an ecommerce business
A word from our sponsors
[35:32 - 44:42] Shaahin Cheyene on Building Your Network
Getting into ecommerce
Resources below
Who you know or what you know?
In the absence of performance it’s all networking
The example of Basquiat
Network amplifies what you know
Building your network
Share opportunities and bring people up
Knowledge, courage, and action
[44:43 - 55:17] Closing Segment
ThE RanDoM RoUnD
How to engage with Shaahin
Links below
Final words
Tweetable Quotes: “I started to learn that, hey, you know, if you know how to deal with people, and if you can think outside the box that things are possible beyond what other people believe - they are!” - Shaahin Cheyene“We had created a distribution system that nobody had ever seen before and dominated an entire industry… First thing I realized was that distribution is the key to everything.”- Shaahin Cheyene“When you start from nothing, you have nothing to lose. And it's that mentality for me that has given me the grit, the drive and the ambition to continue.” - Shaahin CheyeneResources Mentioned:
Billion: How I Became King of the Thrill Pill Cult
Think and Grow Rich
BILLION podcast
Hack & Grow Rich
Free Amazon Mastery Course
The Trick to Money is Having Some
How to be Unreasonably Successful
Connect and engage with Shaahin on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Check out https://www.shaahincheyenne.com/ and become a master at selling on Amazon.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 3, 2021 • 29min
668: Sam Palazzolo | Becoming an Influential Leader
What defines a great leader is how they face challenges. Being told he wasn’t good enough, was the fuel for the fire that drove Sam Palazzolo forward into success.Today, Sam is an Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist, Author, Leadership Professor, and Nonprofit Philanthropist, who brings a variety of value creation topics to entrepreneurs and business leaders. His ideas and actionable takeaways are captured in his five books, the most recent being The Influential Leader: Leading at the Tip of the Spear.Let’s dive into Sam’s story and talk about how to become an influential leader.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:15] Opening Segment
I introduce today’s guest, Sam Palazzolo
Sam gives us some background on his story
Born and raised in Detroit
Modest upbringing
Pushed to get good grades
Always looking for useful information
[06:16 - 13:01] The Minor Victories Leading to Success
From assembly line to corporate job
Getting invited by Vanderbilt University
Rewarding your accomplishments
The parallel of parenting and leadership
Having people figure things out
[13:02 - 20:29] Becoming an Influential Leader
Pivoting out of a corporate job
Joining a consultancy
Going out on his own
Leadership development
Building up a tech startup
Tip of the Spear
What they do
The venture side
Sam talks about the value of his book
A catalyst to start bigger things
A word from our sponsor
[20:30 - 27:37] Closing Segment
Who you know, or what you know?
Both: subject matter expert combined with leveraging relationships
How networking led Sam to opportunity
The rule of 3
Takeaways from the Influential Leader
A lot of leadership books lack tactical steps
Giving practical action steps
‘The people moment’
How to engage with Sam
Links below
Final words
Tweetable Quotes: “I love it when people tell me, ‘you can’t do it,’ or ‘your best isn’t good enough…’ Those are the fuel moments that cause me to build fire; that’s what makes me drive down the highway faster.” - Sam Palazzolo“You gotta have those milestones that allow you to, kind of, tick off some success… You gotta give yourself some credit for the victories you accomplish.” - Sam PalazzoloResources Mentioned:
The Influential Leader: Leading at the Tip of the Spear
The Javelin Institute
Transformation Self-Assessment
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