Travis Makes Money

Mitch Matthews is a bestselling keynote speaker, podcast host, and business coach who has taught over 1,000 coaches and speakers how to build seven-figure businesses through speaking, training, and corporate sponsorships. From selling bicycles as a kid to running a multimillion-dollar coaching business, Mitch has built a life around helping others unlock their potential, scale their influence, and make more money by mastering the art and mindset of sales. On this episode we talk about: Mitch’s journey from bike shop stalker to professional speaker and business coach Lessons learned from tough B2B and pharmaceutical sales environments How to transition from corporate to entrepreneurship (the “side hustle to full launch” blueprint) Why selling is one of the purest forms of service when done right The mental shifts needed to stop seeing sales as manipulation and start seeing it as value creation Top 3 Takeaways Sales is not slimy—it’s an art form that creates win-win outcomes when rooted in authenticity and curiosity. Every successful entrepreneur must learn to sell—because if you can’t sell your idea, product, or service, no one will. True sales mastery is built on reps, rejection, and resilience—every “no” brings you closer to the right client. Notable Quotes “I started with a passion for bikes but quickly shifted to a passion for entrepreneurship.” “If you rush the sale, you build walls. If you serve first, you build trust.” “Half the world benefits from someone selling something every day—they just choose not to call it sales.” Connect with Mitch Matthews: Website: MitchMatthews.com ✖️✖️✖️✖️ 🚀 Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. 🚀 Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. 🎁 Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Betsy Fore is a serial entrepreneur, CEO, and investor with nearly 20 years of leadership experience. She’s the author of Built on Purpose: Discover Your Deep Inner Why and Manifest the Business of Your Dreams, founding partner of Velveteen Ventures, and a trailblazer in consumer products for children and the planet. Notably, Betsy scaled Tiny Organics past $13 million in revenue in just 24 months, took Wonder Woof! from scrappy startup to Oprah’s Favorite Things, and was the first Native American woman to raise a Series A for a consumer food startup. On this episode we talk about: Growing up in a small Midwestern town, working every day since 13, and becoming a leading business creator Turning a garage-tinkering childhood into a career as a toy inventor, then product startup founder How relentless optimism, reinvention, and standing atop “a mountain of failures” led to big wins Advice for founders: building with community, manifesting vision, securing funding, and the importance of thinking big—even if you’re starting small Behind the scenes of Tiny Organics’ explosive first-year growth, building a cult following, and scaling product through grass-roots founding families Top 3 Takeaways Every breakthrough product stands on a mountain of failed attempts; grit and adaptability win. Community-first feedback loops create true brand evangelists and drive authentic scale. Dreaming big isn’t just mindset—it’s a practical approach to manifesting opportunity and wealth wherever you start. Notable Quotes “For every success, there’s a mountain of failures you’re standing on.” “You have to feel your deep inner ‘why’ to reveal it and build on it.” “Not every company needs to be venture-backed, but every founder can build generational wealth by manifesting their vision.” Connect with Betsy Fore: Website: betsyfore.com ✖️✖️✖️✖️ 🚀 Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. 🚀 Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. 🎁 Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sun Yong Kim-Manzolini is a lifestyle mentor, accomplished options trader, and CEO of Lush Enterprises LLC. Rising from humble roots as an orphan, Sun Yong became a millionaire by combining relentless discipline with smart trading—transforming her husband’s $164,000 account into $604,000 in under a year. She now inspires and teaches everyday people how to build skills for real, leveraged wealth through options, mindset, and self-belief. On this episode we talk about: The pivot from medical assistant to self-taught options trader after retirement How Sun Yong learned and practiced trading for over a year before risking any real money The power of discipline, schedule, and goal-setting for consistent financial growth Handling risk and loss with a positive mindset (including her own $50,000 loss—and six-fold gain) Why the barrier to entry is not knowledge, but the willingness to put in consistent work Top 3 Takeaways True financial change demands building new skills, setting daily routines, and investing in personal education. Consistent, disciplined trading with defined weekly/monthly goals creates sustainable results—not lottery wins. Mindset matters as much as strategy; treat money as a tool, not an end, to avoid unhealthy cycles and emotional traps. Notable Quotes “Most people take the freedom of retirement and avoid the work. I chose to create freedom by building new skills.” “If I gave up after losing $50,000, I wouldn’t be where I am today.” “Money, used as a tool for opportunity, completely changes your life’s trajectory.” Connect with Sun Yong Kim-Manzolini: https://www.instagram.com/author_sun_yong/ ✖️✖️✖️✖️ 🚀 Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. 🚀 Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. 🎁 Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Baird and Edward Sullivan are world-class executive coaches, best known for their work with Apple’s leadership team and top innovators at companies like Nike. Together, they’ve coached founders and Fortune 10 executives, helping leaders grow from “Chief-Everything-Officer” to visionary CEO. In this episode, they break down the mindsets and tactical shifts needed to scale—whether running a scrappy startup or a global powerhouse. On this episode we talk about: How the best leaders delegate and coach their teams for sustainable growth Shifting from doing it all to long-term strategy (and why it’s so hard to let go) The three priorities of a high-functioning CEO: cash, talent, and vision Practical tactics for transitioning out of daily tasks as the business scales Mentorship, coaching, and the difference between advisor and leader mindset Top 3 Takeaways Scaling requires pushing major decisions down into the org—not hoarding them at the top. World-class CEOs invest in talent and vision as much as product or operations. Great leadership isn’t just delegation—it’s developing decision-makers at every level. Notable Quotes “As quickly as possible, push strategic decisions down into the organization.” “Your best value is spent on cash, talent, and vision—not clinging to every daily detail.” “Coaching your team to see through your lens is how real scale happens.” Connect with John Baird & Edward Sullivan: Website: VelocityCoaching.com ✖️✖️✖️✖️ 🚀 Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. 🚀 Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. 🎁 Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aleric Heck is one of the world’s top YouTube advertising experts. He’s spent millions driving results for his clients and teaches entrepreneurs how to use YouTube ads to grow brands and generate real leads. As the founder of AdOutreach and YouTube Ads Academy, Aleric combines paid and organic strategies to help creators boost their YouTube presence—without sabotaging the algorithm or resorting to fake engagement. On this episode we talk about: How paid traffic really affects your YouTube channel (and when it actually harms it) The difference between in-stream and in-feed ads—and which one drives authentic growth Using YouTube’s new Boost feature wisely for channel growth Why “buying subscribers” wrecks your watch time and channel authority How to test and amplify top-performing videos for smart channel scaling Top 3 Takeaways Boosting videos is powerful—when you use in-feed ads, not skippable in-stream ads. YouTube’s algorithm prioritizes real watch time and retention—not fake views or subscriber spikes. Paid advertising should amplify content that’s already performing, not cover up weak videos or content gaps. Notable Quotes “The problem isn’t running ads—it’s using them the wrong way.” “If your content is weak, no amount of paid exposure will make it last—it actually kills your watch time.” “YouTube’s Boost feature just validates what we’ve known: authentic promotion supports real growth.” Connect with Aleric Heck: Website: AdOutreach.com Instagram: @alericheck ✖️✖️✖️✖️ 🚀 Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. 🚀 Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. 🎁 Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Martell is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author of Buy Back Your Time, a blueprint for entrepreneurs who want to scale their business without losing their life in the process. After building and exiting multiple software companies, Dan shifted into teaching founders how to grow, systemize, and hire effectively—creating more freedom and profitability. His book, traditionally published with Penguin Random House, became an instant bestseller and sparked conversations about entrepreneurship, publishing, and building evergreen content. On this episode we talk about: Why Dan chose traditional publishing for his first book—and why he’d never do it again The realities of book advances, royalties, and creative control in traditional publishing The pros and cons of self-publishing vs going with a major house What it takes to create a perennial seller book that stands the test of time How Buy Back Your Time became an evergreen global bestseller beyond the business niche Top 3 Takeaways Traditional publishers offer credibility—but give away control over how you use your book as an asset. Self-publishing today allows creators to own their IP, control marketing, and build long-term ROI. The best books aren’t funnels; they expand their category’s body of knowledge and last for decades. Notable Quotes “I didn’t need the advance. I just wanted to learn—and, honestly, a little ego.” “Traditional publishing feels great for credibility, but you lose control of your own product.” “I wrote Buy Back Your Time to create something evergreen—something that actually adds to the body of knowledge.” Connect with Dan Martell: Website: DanMartell.com ✖️✖️✖️✖️ 🚀 Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. 🚀 Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. 🎁 Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brenda Snow is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and author who founded Snow Companies, the first-of-its-kind global patient engagement agency. After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis nearly 30 years ago, she turned her personal struggles into a mission to give patients a voice, empower them through education, and improve their treatment experiences. Starting with no funding, she grew the company from just herself and one employee to over 425 staff, nine figures in revenue, and recognition as the gold standard for patient storytelling and support. On this episode we talk about: How Brenda’s MS diagnosis inspired the creation of Snow Companies The power of storytelling in patient advocacy and engagement Navigating highly regulated industries while innovating solutions Growing from a one-client consultancy to a 400+ person global agency Why perseverance and hard work—not overnight virality—are the keys to lasting success Top 3 Takeaways Personal challenges can reveal massive gaps and opportunities for impactful businesses. Patient-first storytelling builds trust, connection, and long-term engagement like no marketing campaign can. Scaling from startup to nine-figure success requires years of hard work, culture-building, and strategic hiring. Notable Quotes “To be successful at anything, you have to work damn hard.” “Don’t give up on yourself—entrepreneurship is hard, but it’s super rewarding.” “The business plan presented itself because I saw so many unmet needs for people with life-changing illnesses.” Connect with Brenda Snow: Website: https://brendasnow.com/ ✖️✖️✖️✖️ 🚀 Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. 🚀 Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. 🎁 Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ron Story Jr. is a serial entrepreneur, speaker, and the new owner of Guestio. He’s also the founder of SpeakerHub, a global booking platform connecting speakers, podcasts, and event organizers. In the past year alone, Ron has done 125 podcast interviews, 31 speaking gigs, 205 daily webcasts, and written 138 articles—all while adding over $1 million in revenue to his businesses by using speaking and podcasting as growth engines. On this episode we talk about: How Ron generated $1M through podcasting, speaking, and content creation Using lifetime deals to solve churn problems in recurring SaaS models The smartest way to turn software buyers into loyal, long-term customers The mindset shift from selling lottery tickets to selling true business investments Why public speaking and podcast guesting are the fastest trust builders for any entrepreneur Top 3 Takeaways Churn—not customer acquisition—is what kills recurring revenue businesses. Treat your product as an investment in your customer’s future, not as a cheap lottery ticket. Speaking and podcasting aren’t just about visibility—they create pre-sold leads who already trust you. Notable Quotes “After you sell it, you’ve got to keep it—that’s where the real cost begins.” “People invest in what they understand. The more they engage, the longer they stay.” “Most great speakers speak for free—the money’s made when the audience becomes your clients.” Connect with Ron Story Jr.: Website: https://wwv.speakerhub.com/guestio ✖️✖️✖️✖️ 🚀 Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. 🚀 Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. 🎁 Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this clip, Joe Gatto takes us back to the very beginning of Impractical Jokers—long before the show became a worldwide hit. He shares the surprising story of how the idea was first sparked in a basement with a group of lifelong friends, and how those early moments of creativity turned into one of the most popular comedy series on TV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jon Levy is a behavioral scientist specializing in trust, leadership, and human connection. He’s the author of the New York Times bestseller You’re Invited and his latest book Team Intelligence: How Brilliant Leaders Unlock Collective Genius. Over the last fifteen years, Jon has helped thousands of leaders—from Nobel laureates to Olympians—understand how to create meaningful relationships, build trust faster, and foster cultures where teams thrive together. On this episode we talk about: Why relationships and trust are the ultimate currency in business and life The psychology of connection and why small acts build deep trust How to avoid manipulation while using behavioral science for good The difference between status and likability—and why likability always wins long-term How emotionally intelligent teams unlock “collective genius” and outperform talent alone Top 3 Takeaways Trust isn’t gained by giving—it’s built when others invest effort in you. True connection comes from benevolent intent, not manipulation—use psychology to serve, not to scheme. High-performing teams succeed not because they have the smartest people, but because they have the most emotionally intelligent dynamics. Notable Quotes “We can’t buy relationships. The real question is—how do we get people to invest effort into us?” “If I told people how I designed my events, would they feel manipulated or cared for? That’s the test.” “The reason we follow someone is simple—they make us believe tomorrow will be better than today.” Connect with Jon Levy: Website: https://www.jonlevy.com/ ✖️✖️✖️✖️ 🚀 Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. 🚀 Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. 🎁 Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices