Episodes

Dominic Rubino is a serial entrepreneur, business coach, podcast host, and self-proclaimed terrible fly fisherman. From starting a Christmas light installation company in high school to building and selling CanadaPharmacy for $120M, Dominic has seen—and done—it all. Through his popular podcasts, Cabinet Maker Profit System and Profit Tool Belt, he shares practical tips for trades and business owners, focusing on real systems, mindset, and relationships over theory. On this episode we talk about...

On this solo episode, Travis breaks down the right (and wrong) way to handle the dreaded “your price is too expensive” objection—featuring FBI negotiator Chris Voss’s real-world advice alongside Travis’s own experience selling high-ticket podcasting services. If skipping straight to discounts has ever cost you a deal or margin, this episode gives you battle-tested scripts and the mindset needed to sell with confidence and preserve premium pricing. On this episode we talk about: Chris Voss’s fo...

Barry James Dyke is a bestselling author, advisor, and iconoclast who’s spent decades exposing the financial myths that keep everyday people uninformed while Wall Street and big banks profit. As founder of Castle Asset Management, he’s helped clients demystify how banks, asset managers, and retirement systems truly work—using innovative, risk-managed planning geared to protect wealth from unnecessary risk or transfer. On this episode we talk about: The truth about 401Ks, mutual funds, and why ...

Perry Belcher is a digital marketing icon, co-founder of DigitalMarketer and the Traffic & Conversion Summit, and behind over $1 billion in sales across companies and clients. With four successful exits, multiple industry-changing brands, and world-renowned copywriting and growth systems, Perry has built, lost, and rebuilt empires—always focused on actionable results, rapid pivots, and high-leverage business creation. On this episode we talk about: Perry’s journey from hustling as a kid in Ken...

Travis and his producer, Eric, get honest about what “hustle” actually means and how its value changes depending on season, personality, and your real goals. Drawing on their own business journeys—as well as lessons from voices like Gary Vee, Dave Ramsey, and Alex Hormozi—they dig into the difference between productive sprints, burnout, and building self-awareness around effort, outcomes, and work-life fit. On this episode we talk about: The myth and reality of hustle culture for entrepreneurs...

Dawn Maloney is a trailblazing professional makeup artist, educator, and business owner transforming the beauty industry since 1997. Founder of MakeupClasses.com and Dawn Till Dusk Cosmetics, Dawn is celebrated for her patent-pending Anatomical Makeup Method™, her new book for artists, and 25+ years working on national TV, fashion, and celebrity sets. Her story is one of grit, innovation, and empowering others—having beat homelessness, single parenthood, and adversity to build a brand that inspi...

Pokimane, one of the world’s biggest streamers, recently revealed the real earning power of each social platform—debunking myths about TikTok millions and spotlighting YouTube as the long-term winner. Travis and Eric break down her income tiers and explain why the biggest creator wins happen only when you treat content as the marketing engine for an actual business—not just a “viral” hustle. On this episode we talk about: Pokimane’s ranking of TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, and YouTube for creator...

Jack Jia is a four-time Silicon Valley entrepreneur, investor, and the founder/CEO of Musely, the fastest-growing teledermatology platform in the US. From exporting oranges to building nine-figure software companies and funding a dozen tech unicorns, Jack’s journey is a masterclass in pivoting, problem-solving, and innovating at scale. His story with Musely—spawned to solve his wife’s melasma—has redefined how Americans access prescription skincare by blending tech, telemedicine, and affordabili...

Grant Cardone is known for bold, controversial money takes—and this episode, Travis reacts to Grant’s viral claim that 401Ks are a “trap” and don’t set you free. Grant argues that parking money in retirement accounts limits your options and leaves you exposed to higher taxes, pushing followers to instead pursue investing for cash flow and flexibility. Travis breaks it down with a balanced perspective, looking at who Cardone is speaking to and whether this advice fits most people’s lives. Learn ...

Laura Ries is a globally recognized branding strategist, bestselling author, and chair of RIES—a firm renowned for pioneering the concept of brand positioning. Daughter of marketing legend Al Ries, Laura has spent decades helping companies build iconic brands and is celebrated for translating complex marketing concepts into clear, actionable strategies. Her soon-to-be-released book, The Strategic Enemy, explores why great brands succeed by defining what they stand against, not just what they off...

Brad Lea says: Don’t waste cash on flashy cars—invest it, let your money earn for you, and only splurge off your returns. Travis agrees: Wealth comes from investing first, not flexing early. Ignore critics who mock 10%—the S&P 500 long-term average supports the math. Bottom line: Build assets, delay gratification, and buy luxury only when you’re truly set. 🚀 Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. 🎁 Get an ...

Listen to the full episode here: https://youtu.be/DBw4KDVxPwI Hey everyone, welcome back to the Travis Makes Friends podcast! Today, we’re thrilled to have a true powerhouse with us—Shea Fisher! She’s a singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, wife, and mom of three who’s built incredible brands like Shea Baby, now in over 2,500 stores, and Fit with Shea. After years of dominating the business world, Shea’s back to her musical roots with her latest single, “EVERYTHING TO ME”. From her rodeo upbringing...

On this episode, Travis and his producer Eric break down why submitting 500 resumes online won’t land most people a job in today’s hyper-competitive market. Instead, they explore how networking, personal branding, and creative job-seeking strategies dramatically increase the odds of making money and landing great opportunities. The problem with modern job boards: why mass resume-sending leads to “needle-in-a-haystack” odds and why employers are overwhelmed by flooded inboxes. The game-changing...

Matt Raad, alongside his wife Liz, is a pioneer in turning digital assets—especially websites—into high-cash-flow, low-risk, location-independent businesses. With 30 years of buy-and-renovate experience in both bricks-and-mortar and online businesses, Matt now teaches beginners and pros how to build income and freedom by acquiring and improving profitable websites, even without tech expertise. At the eBusiness Institute, they’ve helped thousands transition from 9-to-5 or career burnout into “dig...

On this episode, Travis and producer Eric tackle one of the most misapplied wealth maxims: “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” They break down why “diversify” is bad early advice for most entrepreneurs, when to focus, and how/when to adopt new tools like AI without sacrificing execution on core income skills. The myth of “the average millionaire has seven streams of income”—and why nearly all seven are added after one core path is mastered and scaled. Diversification is for preservation, ...

Karen Salmansohn is a celebrated author, behavioral change expert, and founder of NotSalmon.com, with over 2 million books and courses sold and more than 1.5 million followers online. Known for blending psychological research, neuroscience, philosophy, and signature humor, she’s coached millions to ditch “near-life experiences” and start living fully and intentionally. Her new book, Your To-Die-For Life, invites readers to use mortality awareness—not as morbid fear, but as bold motivation to ret...

Is passive income a myth? Is it achievable? Why do so many who promise it end up in prison? Find out in this episode of the Travis Makes Money Podcast! 🚀 This podcast 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

Mark Rampolla is a visionary entrepreneur who founded ZICO Coconut Water, pioneering the now multi-billion-dollar coconut water category in the U.S. and globally. He took ZICO from startup to a $200 million acquisition by Coca-Cola, before later leading a buy-back of the brand. Mark’s investment firm, GroundForce Capital, backs purpose-driven consumer companies focused on health, wellness, and sustainability. His latest book, An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Freedom, dives deep into the limiting belie...

On this episode, Travis and Eric go candid on the reputation, reality, and earning potential of door to door sales. From misconceptions about “annoying” sales tactics to the immense training value and income ceiling, Travis explains why D2D still works—and how newcomers can maximize results even in less affluent or small-town markets. Top 3 Takeaways 1.  Door to door sales are thriving, especially in home services—top earners can make six figures or more, often from equal-opportunity commission...

Tamara Laine is an Emmy Award-winning journalist turned entrepreneur and the founder of MPWR (mpwr.money), an AI-powered fintech platform built to transform access to credit and capital for gig workers, freelancers, solopreneurs, and business owners outside the traditional W-2 economy. Combining her expertise in brand storytelling, AI innovation, and financial inclusion, Tamara makes it her mission to redesign financial systems so more people—especially those previously left out—can build real w...

🚀 This podcast 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

Katie Krimitsos is the creator and guiding voice behind the Women’s Meditation Network, a global collection of meditation podcasts empowering millions of women and children to find calm, clarity, and better sleep. Launching her first meditation podcast in 2018 from a closet, Katie has grown the network to over 20 shows, amassing more than 100 million downloads and becoming one of the world’s most successful independent podcasters. In this candid conversation, Katie shares her entrepreneurial jou...

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Mick Hunt is a trailblazing entrepreneur, executive coach, and motivational leader known for building, scaling, and selling high-performing businesses—including a multi-million dollar insurance agency. As the founder of the Mick Unplugged brand and host of a top self-improvement podcast, Mick is dedicated to helping leaders and entrepreneurs discover their core “because” and build lasting, purpose-driven success. With a career spanning insurance, consulting, podcasting, and thought leadership, M...