Drip Trickle Flow Flood

Is it better to build a brilliant product or just market the heck out of an average one? Do honest founders win in the long run, or are deceptive tactics more profitable? And when it comes to success, is impact more important than money? In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , we break down an article from Entrepreneur magazine that analyzes how 7,000 founders ranked the ingredients for start...

So you want to write a book, but how do you actually publish it? In this episode, Melissa and Tony break down the three main publishing paths (traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing), share their own experiences navigating each model, and get brutally honest about the money, effort, and strategy involved. Whether you dream of landing a book deal, distributing through indie bookstores, or owning...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , we’re joined by veteran loan officer Gary Tice from Edge Home Finance. With over 25 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Gary brings a calm approach and deep expertise to a topic that often feels overwhelming—home buying. From improving your credit to navigating loans as a self-employed professional to demystifying investment property financing...

What started as a passion for backyard games turned into a Guinness World Record, a book, a multi-stream business, and a growing rental empire. In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , we sit down with Matt Greer, founder of Yard Games World , who shares how he built a thriving side hustle rooted in fun and competition. From cornhole marathons to social media strategy, Matt shows how play can...

What if the weirdest commercial of your life could help unlock a whole new income stream? In this solo episode with Melissa & Tony, Melissa pulls back the curtain on her unexpected entrance into a new income stream that’s quickly becoming a flow . Melissa breaks down how she’s blending 20+ years of experience into a profitable new income stream, and why this space might be perfect for others,...

After 20+ episodes, Melissa’s husband Gary finally joins us for a lively conversation that zigzags from building a monthly personal financial statement to flipping roadside finds, starting a finance club, and how pickleball coaching principles apply to money. You’ll hear how Melissa and Gary tag-team investing (research meets execution), why “movement without vision is chaos,” and how tiny, compou...

What do you get when a seasoned fractional CMO starts growing vegetables in her backyard? An unexpected pipeline of leads, and a brilliant example of drip, trickle, flow, flood in action. In this episode, we’re joined by Dusti Arab , founder of Hearth & Hollow , The Reinvention Co. and host of Referral Worthy . Dusti walks us through her multidimensional career as a marketer, her new passion p...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , we unpack a recent Fortune article about the rise in delisted homes, and what it really signals about the current housing market. Is it strategy? Stubbornness? Or something deeper about how people are processing a market that no longer feels predictable? We discuss: The psychology behind sellers refusing to lower prices Why real estate is more emotional...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , we sit down with the brilliant Jessie Rosen , USA Today bestselling author of The Heirloom and All the Signs, screenwriter for major studios like Warner Brothers and Netflix, and creator of a Substack newsletter all about bravery . Jessie opens up about the realities of money as a creative in Los Angeles: the shame, the hustle, the luck, the leverage, a...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , we sit down with filmmaker, producer, and entrepreneur Nick Moceri to talk about building a career at the intersection of film, branded content, and multiple income streams. From co-founding Donut Media to producing films like Kindergarten Teacher and Sovereign , Nick shares what it really takes to survive and thrive in a volatile creative industry, and...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood, we’re tackling one of the most debated questions: Should you pay off your mortgage early? We break down the factors that make this a deeply personal and often misunderstood decision. From interest rates to emotional peace of mind to the job your money should be doing, we explore what really matters and how to think about this question. We also share our...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood, we sit down we sit down with Quinn Tempest —business strategist, speaker, and founder of the Create Your Purpose Collective—to talk about how money doesn’t just show up in one form. Quinn opens up about her journey building a purpose-fueled business that reflects every season of her life. From early clients to building a thriving membership and coaching...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood we sit down with David Pillinger, publisher of Southside Living Magazine and regional recruiter for Best Version Media, the print powerhouse that publishes local neighborhood magazines. Dave shares how he bootstrapped his first issue, now oversees dozens of titles across multiple states, and globetrots with his son. If you’ve ever wondered whether print i...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , Melissa and Tony chat with Nikki Naab-Levy, a strength and nutrition coach who’s lived many business lives. We dive deep into Nikki’s multi-income stream mindset, her no-BS approach to nutrition, the hilarious (and shocking!) story of her first ever fitness class, and how she’s built a career by following her curiosity. Check out Nikki’s website: https:...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , Melissa and Tony dive into a recent Ramsey Show clip . A caller bought an $11,000 engagement ring using a 0% interest credit card, even though he had the cash to pay outright. Dave called it dumb. We call it smart, depending on the situation. This episode explores when debt is a dangerous trap, and when it might actually be a savvy tool for building wea...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , Tony and Melissa dive into the concept of 240 paychecks —the number of monthly paychecks you’d need to sustain a 20-year retirement—and why that number is both a helpful benchmark and wildly outdated. From IP to pickleball, they explore the many ways you can start generating income before 65 and what it really means to design a work-optional lifestyle n...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , we sit down with business growth consultant Brian Hardy, who joins us from his new home in Portugal. Brian shares how his curiosity and courage led him to launch multiple businesses, including home flipping, franchising, and a coffee brand, before finding his sweet spot in marketing systems and consulting. From flipping century-old houses in Maine to bu...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood, we sit down with Kali Berg, the co-owner of Wild Hemlock in Anacortes, WA, a charming Pacific Northwest gift shop that’s much more than meets the eye. From rebranding her store to juggling screen printing, knitwear, and knitting classes (all in 1,000 square feet!), Kali walks us through what it really takes to create multiple income streams as a brick-an...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , we dive into one of the most debated financial decisions of all time: Should you rent or buy your home? Spoiler: the answer isn’t one-size-fits-all—and might not be what you expect from a real estate investor. Tony shares his unfiltered take on the rent vs. buy conversation, revealing why he’s a huge proponent of home ownership… and why he still rents....

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , we sit down with real estate investor and broker Anthony Petz for a raw, practical, and inspiring look at what it really takes to build income streams through real estate. Anthony shares his journey from office supply sales to full-time investor, the mindset shift that helped him walk away from his 9-to-5, and the unglamorous but necessary grind of turn...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , we’re diving deep into what it looks like to swirl your passions into a purpose-driven, income-generating business. Our first guest breaking down her Drip Trickle Flow Flood is Suzzie Vehrs. She’s a birth doula and founder of She Births Bravely , where she supports mothers through education, postpartum care, and personalized services. Suzzie comes from...

In this episode of Drip Trickle Flow Flood , we answer our very first listener question—and it’s a good one. Melissa Hoffman , a holistic mindset coach and nervous system expert, asked: “How do you balance starting a new side project that’s different from what you've been doing while you're still growing the business you're working on? How do you do that without getting distracted or confusing peo...

Disclaimer: The opinions of the guest are their own and not necessarily those of their employer In this episode of Drip, Trickle, Flow, Flood , we sit down with our very first guest: longtime local banker Ria Van Weerdhuizen, who’s been helping individuals, small business owners, and families understand their money—and use it wisely—for nearly two decades. This conversation is packed with approach...

In this episode of Drip, Trickle, Flow, Flood , we dig into how the people in your life influence your mindset, your opportunities, and ultimately your money. This isn’t about surrounding yourself with billionaires on yachts. It’s cultivating a rich mindset—one rooted in curiosity, abundance, generosity, and forward thinking. Whether you’re growing a business, shifting careers, building wealth, or...

In this episode of Drip, Trickle, Flow, Flood , we dive into the money conversations that happen (or don’t) within families. We dig into: The (often avoided) conversations about money and family—and how our childhood shapes our financial mindset Tony’s experience running businesses with family, managing real estate with his parents, and what it’s like owning rental properties with his wife and bro...