#GetPaid Be Free (W/ Josh Forti)

After 20 years in tech and IT leadership, Mark Beall made the boldest move of his life—he walked away from comfort, certainty, and a stable paycheck to chase his dream: building a business with content.  And he didn’t just wing it . He went all-in on intent-based YouTube strategy —and that decision changed everything. In this episode, Mark breaks down exactly how he cracked the YouTube code using...

Josh sat down with high-level advisor Krystin Ruschman to expose the silent killer of momentum most entrepreneurs face once they hit that “successful” $100K/month mark. It’s not strategy. It’s not systems. It’s that you’ve become the product, and it’s burning you out. They break down what actually shifts when you cross that line… and why so many founders feel like they’re working harder than ever,...

When Andrea joined Golden Mic Mastery, she had no audience, no fancy funnel, and barely a few hours each day to work on her business. What she did have? A fire to make it work on her terms—and the skills to solve high-level problems for high-paying clients. In this episode, Josh sits down with Andrea to unpack her journey from “I think I’m meant for more” to bigger deals, massive clarity, and life...

For years, Jimmy has been the hidden architect behind high-performing funnels, helping brands scale to millions without anyone knowing his name. Today, he’s pulling back the curtain on what REALLY makes a funnel work, why most entrepreneurs miss it, and how you can apply these same strategies to create unstoppable momentum in your business. TODAY, WE'RE PULLING BACK THE CURTAIN ON: The hidden blue...

The problem is hidden in plain sight. And today, we’re exposing it. In this game-changing episode of The Golden Mic Podcast , Andrea Peer & Susan Leonardson reveal why 80% of clients disappear —and the exact steps to STOP the bleeding and turn your business into a client-retaining machine. If you want more loyal customers, more referrals, and more cash in the bank —this is the episode you CANNOT a...

Your network isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the foundation of every big deal . Eric shares how shifting from small, low-margin sales to high-level connections skyrocketed his income, why wealthy buyers operate completely differently than most entrepreneurs realize, and the simple mindset tweak that took him from brokering freight to closing $7M deals. 🔥 In This Episode: ✅ How to stop selling to...

She’s worked with ClickFunnels, Russell Brunson, the John Maxwell Team, Elise Darma, and more, helping businesses generate millions in sales—but for years, she undercharged and struggled with imposter syndrome. That all changed when she shifted her pricing mindset and restructured her offer. 🔥 In this episode, we cover: ✅ How Brittany got into copywriting (by accident!) ✅ The one mindset shift...

Ad costs are skyrocketing. Funnels that used to print money barely break even. Consumers are more skeptical than ever. So what actually works now? In this episode of The Golden Mic , we dive into: 🔥 The 3 biggest reasons online marketing is dying 🚀 Why traditional funnels, webinars, and old-school sales tactics aren’t working anymore 🎯 The secret to standing out and creating an unstoppable bran...

If you're a service provider or agency owner, you already know that landing high-paying, premium clients can be a challenge—especially if you're relying on outdated tactics that attract the wrong people. Most people think a podcast is just for building an audience, but there’s a smarter way. In this episode, I reveal: ✅ The 3 things every business needs to consistently land high-ticket clients ✅...

Brad Gibb is the founder of Sovereign Entrepreneur and the creator of Chief Wealth Officer. Behind the scenes, he is one of the most respected and sought-after wealth advisors, known for his deep understanding of timeless wealth principles and his ability to guide high-level entrepreneurs toward true financial sovereignty. In this episode, we start from the common belief that our monetary system i...

In this episode, I sit down with JR Rivas and Nik Robbins—two entrepreneurs who’ve built multi-8-figure businesses—for a raw and unfiltered conversation about their journeys, personal transformations, and the challenges they've faced along the way. We dive deep into the realities of racism in America, comparing it to other countries, and unpack how systemic and cultural influences shape society. J...

In this episode, I sit down with two of my OG entrepreneurial friends, Nik Robbins & JR Rivas.   Together, we explore some of the biggest questions out there: How does money really influence our society? Can the current government & financial systems survive as they are, or are we headed for change? We debate different theories on Bitcoin, whether or not it could serve as a potential lifeboat outs...

In this episode, I sit down with Edward Collins (known on IG & TikTok as Edward Verified), a former FBI agent turned successful entrepreneur. Edward owns 9 businesses, 8 of which he operates completely passively, and has grown his social media presence to over 3 million followers organically in less than 18 months.  We dive into Edward’s entrepreneurial journey, where he shares his biggest struggl...

In today’s episode of The Golden Mic Podcast, I sit down with Patricia Bartell, an award-winning musician, business coach, and motivational speaker.  Patricia is the owner of a successful brick-and-mortar music academy, a Licensed Neuroencoding Specialist, a High Ticket Business Specialist, and the author of From Crutches to Crushing It: A Journey from Pain to Power.  We dive into Patricia's incre...

In today’s episode of The Golden Mic Podcast, I sit down with Sami Syed. Sami Syed is THE Instagram Expert. He has been able to grow Project Van Life to the largest Van Life community on the web (4M+ Followers). He utilizes unique and creative marketing strategies across several different social media platforms leading to a huge brand, community, and team. Joining me today, Sami shares his backgro...

In today’s episode of The Golden Mic Podcast, I sit down with Tanner Wendell. Tanner was married, had a kid, divorced, and battled addiction all before age 30. He then left corporate America, found sales & entrepreneurship, and completely turned his life around. He went from Level 1 Help Desk Geek to Product Management Leader during the first decade of his career and is now the founder of Horizon...

I just finished day 26 of the “30 Days to 6 Figures” where the topic was: Onboarding ($95k Sold. $5k Left.) Watch replays plus get all the worksheets and resources here: https://joshforti.com/30days Here's What I Got Done - Handed off $35k client to fulfillment team  - Met with $60k client and completed onboarding  - Planned last 7 days to cross $100k Big Takeaway Trying to find the balance of sal...

Episode Notes I just finished day 21 of the “30 Days to 6 Figures” where the topic was: Onboarding ($95k Sold. $5k Left.) Watch replays plus get all the worksheets and resources here: https://joshforti.com/30days Here's What I Got Done - Handed off $35k client to fulfillment team  - Met with $60k client and completed onboarding  - Planned last 7 days to cross $100k Big Takeaway Trying to find the...

I just finished day 20 of the “30 Days to 6 Figures” where I talked about How I Signed A $60k Client! Watch replays plus get all the worksheets and resources here: https://joshforti.com/30days Here's What I Got Done Guys, I signed a $60k client today(!!!) and on the live I broke down how I:  - Adjusted the offer in real time ON the sales call.  - Pitched & closed the new offer at $60k.  - Got paid...

I just finished day 19 of the “30 Days to 6 Figures” where the topic was: $10k Cash Collected Watch replays plus get all the worksheets and resources here: https://joshforti.com/30days   Here's What I Got Done BOOM! We #GotPaid Today! - Finalized $35k offer details with client #1  - Collected $10,000 ($9,500 + the $500 deposit)  - Broke down exactly what the offer was (see details on the replay) ...

I just finished day 18 of the “30 Days to 6 Figures” where I covered: A $100k Deal & a make shift live stream  Watch replays plus get all the worksheets and resources here: https://joshforti.com/30days SUBSCRIBE: Apple | Spotify | YouTube   FIND JOSH: Facebook: /realjoshforti Instagram: @joshforti Download The Golden Mic Method Book

I just finished day 17 of the “30 Days to 6 Figures” where I covered: Writing My 2nd (New) $35k Google Doc Pitch   Watch replays plus get all the worksheets and resources here: https://joshforti.com/30days SUBSCRIBE: Apple | Spotify | YouTube   FIND JOSH: Facebook: /realjoshforti Instagram: @joshforti Download The Golden Mic Method Book

I just finished day 16 of the “30 Days to 6 Figures” where I covered: The Raw Truth About Selling High Ticket Watch replays plus get all the worksheets and resources here: https://joshforti.com/30days SUBSCRIBE: Apple | Spotify | YouTube   FIND JOSH: Facebook: /realjoshforti Instagram: @joshforti Download The Golden Mic Method Book

I just finished day 15 of the “30 Days to 6 Figures” where I covered: The Raw Truth About Selling High Ticket Watch replays plus get all the worksheets and resources here: https://joshforti.com/30days   Here Is What We Got Done: Today was different. We didn’t tackle any 'work' on the "30 Days to 6 Figures" business because, after being on sales calls for my own business all day, I realized there w...

I just finished day 14 of the “30 Days to 6 Figures” where I covered: Got My First Client! Deposit Money Collected 💵 Watch replays plus get all the worksheets and resources here: https://joshforti.com/30days Here Is What We Got Done: Today was a very busy day of reach outs, but boy was it productive! - I got my first client to say yes.  - They said they are in, they need to talk details with thei...