Millionaire University

#736 What happens when you spot a tech shift before everyone else? Ron Stefanski did just that! When ChatGPT hit the scene, Ron saw the writing on the wall and quickly sold his entire portfolio of niche websites — dodging the fallout that crushed others in his space. In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Ron shares his journey from corporate marketer to self-taught online entrepreneur, reveali...

#735 AI is radically changing how fast entrepreneurs can build authority and personal brands — and this episode is packed with actionable proof! Host Kirsten Tyrrel interviews Mike Koenigs, a serial entrepreneur, digital marketing pioneer, and creator of groundbreaking tools, who joins us to share how he's using AI to collapse the speed of trust, build entire brands in just a week, and empower exp...

#734 Want to turn LinkedIn into your best business-building tool? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, we’re joined by Joe McKay, a LinkedIn expert and ghostwriter who helps online entrepreneurs scale their businesses from scratch using smart content strategies and authentic outreach. Joe shares how he transitioned from a government job in Australia to launching a thriving LinkedIn-based busine...

#733 What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn’t strategy or execution — but the identity you’re operating from? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Cassie Shea, founder of The Possibility Investor, to unpack what it really means to iterate with your identity as a business owner. Cassie shares how her journey from running a $14M company at 28 to logging 3,500+ coaching...

#732 What if one of the most overlooked “boring businesses” is actually one of the most scalable — and most AI-resistant — opportunities out there? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with entrepreneur Ian Noble — founder of Run Steady Investments and former dry cleaning operator who spent 14 years growing, scaling, and ultimately selling his family’s business in Austin. Ian breaks down w...

#731 What if the only thing standing between you and your next level of success isn’t strategy — but the way your mind handles pressure, uncertainty, and fear? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Itamar Marani — former Israeli special operations and undercover agent turned elite performance coach — to unpack how high achievers unlock their next level when pressure is high and clari...

#730 Is your business leaking customers without you realizing it? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, we chat with Samantha Irwin, founder of Kaizen Coaching and Consulting, about why customer experience is everything — and how failing your team means failing your customers. Samantha shares her journey from middle school teacher to boutique hotel owner and explains why even 1% better service c...

#729 What if a simple wedding handkerchief could unlock your path to financial freedom? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Steve Chou, founder of Bumblebee Linens and MyWifeQuitHerJob.com, shares how he turned a niche e-commerce idea into a thriving seven-figure business — allowing his wife to quit her job and stay home with their kids. Steve walks us through his journey from side hustle to...

#728 What if you could flip fruit into a seven-figure business? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Shannon Houchin, founder of Roadside Republic, shares how she turned a humble $200 peach stand into a booming operation with dozens of stands and a powerful community impact. We dive into everything from sourcing farm-fresh peaches, negotiating with orchards and wholesalers, and choosing high-tr...

#727 Are you overlooking the best places to find top talent? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Jessica Miller-Merrell, a trailblazer in digital recruiting who’s been using social media and blogs to source candidates since the early 2000s. Jessica breaks down exactly how business owners can leverage their existing digital assets — like newsletters, blogs, and social media —...

#726 Former corporate lawyer turned creative entrepreneur, Shinah Chang shares the real (and refreshingly honest) journey of building a business that actually feels aligned. In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Shinah breaks down how she went from a risk-averse, straight-line “traditional success” path to bootstrapping a calligraphy brand — first through custom client work (weddings, luxury e...

#725 What if the fastest way to grow your e-commerce revenue isn’t more traffic — but fixing what happens after customers land on your site? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Matthew Stafford, founder of Build Grow Scale, to unpack why most e-commerce businesses don’t actually have a traffic problem — they have a conversion problem. Matthew shares how his journey from concrete wo...

#724 LinkedIn isn’t just a “nice to have” anymore — it might be the fastest way to build real B2B pipeline if you know how to play the game! In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Shamus Madan, founder of Dealroom Media, to break down how his team helps founders go viral on LinkedIn and turn content into sales conversations. Shamus shares his origin story (starting a podcast at 15, work...

#723 Are you grinding away in your business but still not seeing the income you want? In this powerful episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, business coach Jason Moss breaks down why working harder isn’t the answer — and what to do instead. Jason shares how shifting your identity from operator to CEO can unlock real leverage, freedom, and income growth. From his 13-year-old self selling software onlin...

#722 If your sales page isn’t converting, it might not be your offer — it might be your presentation! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, web designer Martin Cris shares the formula behind high-converting landing pages, drawing on over 15 years of experience helping founders, creators, and course sellers increase their online revenue. Martin walks us through the essential structure every lan...

#721 What if you could build a simple, high-demand business that prints predictable monthly revenue — while solving one of the biggest frustrations business owners have with their websites? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Dylan Bost, founder of Sunny HQ, to break down how to start a web hosting business built on recurring revenue. Dylan shares how he transitioned from running a m...

#720 What if your next favorite travel recommendation came from a 60-second voice note instead of a blog post? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with sibling co-founders Ramon and Lili Montes to unpack how they’re building Limon — a social, short-form audio app that captures the “photo album storytelling” experience for travel, with a special focus on day trips. They share the origin...

#719 If you've ever wondered how a SaaS business gets off the ground — or how math and spreadsheets can evolve into a powerful, profit-driving platform — this episode is for you! Host Brien Gearin sits down with Adam Callinan, founder of Pentane and host of the Growth Mavericks podcast, who shares his journey from building a multi-million dollar beverage accessory company (that landed a deal on Sh...

#718 Quilting might not sound like a “high-growth” business at first glance — until you meet Mike O'Dell, founder of Legit Kits, a company turning quilt patterns into ready-to-sew works of art! In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Mike to unpack how he went from working as a certified registered nurse anesthetist to building a fast-scaling product business that’s already crossed sev...

#717 Corey Ganim is back with a brand-new mission: helping small business owners reclaim their time through AI! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Corey shares why he walked away from a wildly successful Amazon and e-commerce career to launch Return My Time — a company dedicated to identifying operational bottlenecks and prescribing simple, low-cost AI tools that create immediate wins. He and...

#716 What if your origin story isn’t what wins clients — but your ability to solve their problems is? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Jay Owen, founder of Business Builders and host of Building a Business That Lasts, shares how he turned a teenage side hustle into a thriving multimillion-dollar agency that now runs mostly without him. Jay opens up about his early struggles, how a pivotal c...

#715 What if your voice could become your most valuable asset? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Dominick and Nicole Draper — aka The Voiceover Couple — who turned a side hustle on Fiverr into a thriving voiceover business earning five-figure contracts. From recording commercials for major brands like Nike and Yahoo Sportsbook to building a brand that serves both small bus...

#714 Ever wonder how some entrepreneurs skyrocket their growth while others stay stuck for years? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Cliff Ravenscraft, a pioneer in the podcasting world who has helped over 40,000 people launch their shows and generated millions through online courses, coaching, and live events. Cliff shares how the power of mastermind groups transformed his...

#713 What if you could make multiple 5-figures from “introvert side hustles” without ever becoming an influencer? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Megan Spencer (“Meg the Creator”), a small-town, introverted mom who helps people build high-income side hustles through UGC, Amazon onsite commissions, TikTok Shop, and freelancing — no followers required. Megan shares how she quit h...

#712 When Joe Chura quit drinking during the 75 Hard challenge, he didn’t just transform his health — he found his next business! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Joe shares how that personal decision sparked the launch of Go Brewing, a non-alcoholic beer company built from his garage that’s now on track to hit $10 million in revenue. With a background in tech and automotive, Joe applied hi...