Passion Millionaire

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth sits down with Tim Rhode, a business growth advisor in the fitness and wellness space, who has spent decades building, scaling, and advising seven- and eight-figure companies.

Tim reflects on his journey from turning around a struggling fitness business that was losing half a million dollars a year into a profitable market leader, to building a multi-million-dollar wellness facility known for its exceptional customer experience and high-performance culture. He explains why leadership isn't about controlling people, but creating an environment where employees genuinely want to stay, grow, and help the business succeed.

Tim shares why business owners often leave millions on the table when selling, and how strong culture, systems, and early exit planning can significantly increase business value. He also explains how to build teams and businesses that thrive without the owner.

Connect with Tim Rhode:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-rhode/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth sits down with Patrick Sweeney, five-time CEO, angel investor in more than 75 startups, Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and creator of the BOODA Doctrine. Drawing from decades of building, scaling, and investing in high-growth companies, Patrick shares the lessons that helped him navigate entrepreneurship, recover from costly mistakes, and create businesses that generated lasting value.

Patrick explains why failure is often the greatest advantage an entrepreneur can have, how experienced founders make smarter decisions under uncertainty, and why belief is the foundation of every successful company. He also reveals the decision-making framework behind his BOODA Doctrine, the importance of pattern recognition over confirmation bias, and the leadership skills that separate repeat founders from those who struggle to scale.

The conversation covers venture capital, bootstrapping, building great teams, learning from mentors, and turning fear into a competitive advantage. Practical insights for founders looking to scale, raise investment, and build for long-term success.

Connect with Patrick Sweeney:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricksweeney-booda/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Don Farrell, an entrepreneur who built and sold the biggest global sales training company before pursuing a mission-driven initiative. After connecting with people experiencing homelessness, Don recognized the importance of helping individuals before they lose their housing. This inspired him to develop the Farever App, connecting people in need with essential community resources.

Don explains how the app connects people with food, shelter, medical support, employment opportunities, volunteers, and donors. He shares how it could help nonprofits coordinate services, reduce duplication, and connect surplus food with people who need it. Starting in Memphis, the project aims to demonstrate its impact before expanding to other communities.

The conversation explores how entrepreneurship and technology can address social challenges through collaboration. Don discusses building the right team, engaging businesses and civic organizations, and creating a sustainable model for growth. This episode highlights purposeful entrepreneurship and the importance of making support accessible before temporary hardship becomes homelessness.

Connect with Don Farrell:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/donfarrell/https://fareverapp.com/https://www.upcorps.org/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Michael Forman, U.S. Air Force veteran, award-winning professional speaker, and executive business coach, who built and sold multiple businesses, from a graphic design studio to restaurants to a mortgage company, before becoming a leading expert in networking and communication.

Michael shares how military discipline shaped the way he treats every person, from janitor to CEO, and how that mindset became the foundation for building trust-based relationships that fuel business growth. He breaks down his networking playbook: cold calling and direct mail before the internet existed, handwritten thank-you notes that earned a 100 percent response rate, and the simple mantra that people only do business with those they know, like, and trust.

Michael shares lessons from running and selling multiple businesses, transitioning into corporate leadership, and launching his coaching and speaking career. He also reveals the biggest networking mistake: talking too much instead of listening. A practical episode on building stronger relationships and creating real opportunities.

Connect with Michael Forman:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelforman/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Chris Husek, co-founder and CEO of Husek Brothers Fencing, who along with his brother Zach built a business from zero to a projected $10 million in revenue in just four years, entering a market with over 100 local competitors without any prior hands-on industry experience.

Chris breaks down how he built wealth by outperforming competitors through professionalism, stronger warranties, and smarter pricing - not price wars. He also shares how automation and better systems helped remove himself as the company’s bottleneck and shift his focus from doing everything to building the business.

The conversation covers saying “no” to unprofitable customers, building consistent systems instead of reactive hiring, and using AI to scale without chaos. Chris shares his vision of growing the company into a nine-figure national leader and building long-term wealth.

Connect with Chris Husek:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishusek/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with M. Curtis McCoy, personal branding expert and founder of Success Motivation Inspiration TV and Newswire Magazine. Curtis has helped entrepreneurs across industries become the recognized, go-to name in their space. Curtis shares the wake-up call that changed his career. After building a telecommunications company to over 250,000 website visitors through aggressive SEO content, a competitor spread false rumors about him.

Curtis realized nobody outside his town knew who he was, pushing him to master personal branding. He eventually grew a Facebook community to nearly half a million members and turned it into a nationally syndicated TV show reaching over 700,000 viewers online. The conversation dives into how Curtis builds brand authority through TV interviews, search-optimized press features, magazine placements, and billboard campaigns designed to build trust before someone hires you.

He explains why solving a customer's problem beats chasing "best of" searches, how strategic content compounds over time, and why visibility is the missing piece between a good business and a thriving one. If you're ready to become known in your industry instead of competing on price alone, this episode
is full of branding strategies.

Connect with M Curtis McCoy:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcurtismccoy/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Steve Barton, business coach and creator of The Game of 10, who took over his family's struggling flower shop at just 22 years old after his father suffered a sudden stroke, and grew it from $200,000 in revenue into a seven-figure business before selling it for millions right before the 2008 housing crash.

Steve shares the behind-the-scenes decisions that separate businesses that stay small from those that scale, from sourcing flowers direct from Holland to cut costs, to creative branding moves like turning a building wall into a legal mural to bypass Maine's billboard laws, to breaking into the high-margin wedding market through strategic venue partnerships. He explains why growth often comes down to differentiation and perceived value, not just working harder, and how building the right team and systems allowed him to run two locations without losing consistency.

The conversation also explores business acquisition, seasonal revenue planning, knowing when to sell, and the mindset shift Steve made from business owner to high-performance coach. He unpacks his coaching philosophy built on intention, intuition, and staying aligned with your highest self, especially through major life and business transitions. If you want real lessons on scaling a business with creativity and exiting it at the right time, this episode is packed with insights you can apply today.

Connect with Steve Barton:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/coach-steve-barton/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Mike Deaton, land investor and founder of Flipping Dirt, who left a 20-year corporate career at Microsoft to build a land flipping business that has closed over 700 deals in ten years, averaging a 150% return on investment.

Mike breaks down how land flipping works, from identifying healthy markets and finding motivated sellers to buying vacant land below market value and reselling it quickly. He explains how owner financing can accelerate sales while creating recurring cash flow, and why land flipping can carry less risk than traditional real estate investments. He also shares how beginners can get started with little to no money through contract assignments and partnerships.

The conversation also covers how to evaluate market demand, choose between cash and owner financing, and use systems and automation to scale. Mike explains how he built a nearly hands-off business, even while traveling internationally for weeks at a time.

Connect with Mike Deaton:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbdeaton/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth sits down with Matt Seltzer, a market research expert and consultant who helps growing brands make smarter decisions using the same strategies trusted by Fortune 500 companies.

Matt shares how entrepreneurs often make costly mistakes by relying on assumptions instead of customer data. He explains how market research, customer insights, surveys, and focus groups can help businesses understand their audience, discover new opportunities, improve marketing performance, and create strategies that actually drive growth.

From building and exiting his own research company to helping brands uncover hidden opportunities, Matt reveals why successful companies don’t just guess what their customers want, they use data to make confident decisions.

Whether you’re a startup founder, business owner, or marketing leader, this episode will teach you how understanding your customers can become one of your biggest competitive advantages.

Connect with Matt Seltzer:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewseltzer/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Troy Hipolito, LinkedIn and relationship-building expert, who helps entrepreneurs create meaningful connections, strengthen their authority, and develop a consistent pipeline of valuable business opportunities.

Troy shares why successful networking is not about sending more messages or making more pitches, but about building trust, providing value, and creating genuine relationships with the right people. The conversation explores how entrepreneurs can optimize their LinkedIn presence, develop content that attracts their ideal audience, and use personalized outreach strategies to create better conversations.

The discussion also covers the importance of online events, follow-up systems, and value-driven communication in turning professional connections into long-term opportunities. Whether you're a consultant, agency owner, coach, or B2B entrepreneur, this episode delivers practical strategies to help you improve your client acquisition process, build stronger relationships, and use LinkedIn as a powerful tool for sustainable business growth.

Connect with Troy Hipolito: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troyhipolito/

Podcast Website: rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with growth strategist and e-commerce expert Paul Leeds, whose customer-first marketing strategies have helped generate over $100 million in online sales while scaling multiple direct-to-consumer brands from launch to eight figures.

Paul shares the behind-the-scenes strategies that separate high-growth e-commerce brands from those that struggle to scale. From identifying winning products and building high-converting sales funnels to increasing average order value and improving customer lifetime value, he explains why sustainable growth starts with understanding the customer - not simply spending more on advertising. Drawing from his experience leading marketing and growth teams, Paul reveals how customer experience, conversion optimization, and operational excellence work together to create predictable business growth.

The conversation also explores product-market fit, pricing psychology, customer retention, scaling operations, and why many businesses lose profitability by focusing only on acquiring new customers. Paul explains how aligning marketing, operations, and customer success creates stronger brands, higher profits, and long-term competitive advantages. If you want to build an e-commerce business that scales profitably instead of chasing short-term sales, this episode is packed with practical strategies you can implement immediately.

Connect with Paul Leeds:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leeds-doctor/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with entrepreneur, leadership expert, and author Kevin Cover about the leadership systems that helped him scale multiple businesses from startup operations into multi-million-dollar organizations. From running car dealerships at just 27 years old to growing franchise operations and sales organizations generating over $20 million annually, Kevin shares the practical leadership principles behind sustainable business growth.

Kevin explains why great businesses are built on predictable systems rather than heroic leaders, how trust becomes the foundation of high-performing teams, and why most companies struggle because they rely too heavily on individual talent instead of repeatable processes. Drawing from decades of experience leading hundreds of employees, he shares how business owners can create scalable operations that continue performing even when they step away.

The conversation also explores sales psychology, leadership, hiring, team development, business systems, and Kevin's "Rhythm Wave" framework for building organizations that consistently grow without micromanagement. He also shares lessons from winning a World Series of Poker bracelet, revealing how psychology, observation, and trust influence decision-making both at the poker table and in business. If you want to build a company that scales through people, leadership, and systems instead of constant hustle, this episode is filled with practical strategies you can apply immediately.

Connect with Kevin Cover:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevincover/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with award-winning franchise consultant Rich Potter about why franchising continues to outperform traditional startups and how entrepreneurs can dramatically increase their chances of success by choosing the right business model from the start. Drawing from his own journey from corporate sales to building multiple successful businesses, Rich shares how he now helps professionals transition into business ownership through carefully selected franchise opportunities.

The conversation explores why most entrepreneurs choose the wrong business for their personality and lifestyle, how to evaluate thousands of franchise opportunities without getting distracted by well-known brands, and why alignment is often more important than passion alone. Rich also explains how franchise systems provide proven playbooks, coaching, financing options, and ongoing support that significantly improve long-term success rates compared to starting a business from scratch.

Rich also discusses the biggest mistakes new franchise owners make, how to determine whether a franchise, an existing business acquisition, or another business opportunity is the better fit, and why building a business should create the lifestyle you want - not take it away. Whether you're leaving corporate, looking for your next investment, or exploring entrepreneurship for the first time, this episode provides a practical framework for making smarter business decisions.

Connect with Rich Potter:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-potter-533381a/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with entrepreneur, founder, and CTO Laurent Cohen about how Voice AI is changing the way local businesses attract customers, automate communication, and scale without sacrificing the personal relationships that built their success. After building multiple successful e-commerce businesses, Laurent shares why he believes the next wave of AI isn't about replacing people - it's about earning their trust.

Laurent explains how his platform, Getoblic, combines AI, voice technology, local search, and automation to help small businesses generate leads, answer customer questions 24/7, book appointments, and improve online visibility. He also reveals how his company grew from launch to millions of indexed business listings and thousands of paying customers by solving a real problem instead of simply following the latest AI trend.

The conversation explores Voice AI, SEO, business automation, customer trust, digital visibility, and the future of human-AI interaction. Laurent also shares practical advice for entrepreneurs looking to implement AI effectively, avoid common mistakes, and build solutions that customers genuinely trust. If you want to understand where AI is heading and how businesses can stay ahead of the curve, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

Connect with Laurent Cohen:
https://getoblic.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurent-cohen-usa/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with commercial litigation attorney and founder Jane Muir, whose seven-figure law firm has helped businesses recover millions of dollars in unpaid revenue and protect themselves from costly legal disputes.

Jane shares what every entrepreneur should know before a legal problem becomes an expensive lawsuit. She explains why outstanding invoices often turn into major cash flow issues, how businesses can dramatically improve their chances of recovering unpaid money, and the simple contract mistakes that leave many companies financially exposed. Drawing from real cases - including a $6.3 million jury verdict - she reveals what separates businesses that successfully protect their assets from those that don't.

The conversation also covers how to structure your business to reduce legal risk, when it makes sense to pursue litigation, how commercial disputes are resolved, and why proper contracts, insurance, and financial organization are some of the best investments a business owner can make. Whether you're running a growing company or preparing to scale, these practical legal strategies could save your business hundreds of thousands - or even millions - of dollars in the future.

Connect with Jane Muir:
https://miamibusiness.law/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/janewmuir/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with entrepreneur, wealth manager, and exit strategy expert Jeff Kikel about how business owners can build companies that create financial freedom instead of lifelong dependency. With more than 25 years of experience in financial planning, wealth management, and multiple business exits, Jeff shares the strategies entrepreneurs can use to build businesses that work without them.

Jeff explains the concept of Freedom-Day, the moment your income no longer depends on showing up to work every day. He discusses how to structure a business for a successful exit, avoid costly tax mistakes years before selling, prepare financial records for due diligence, and create systems that increase both profitability and business value. Drawing from his own seven-figure exit and years of helping business owners plan their futures, he reveals why planning early can make the difference between an average sale and a life-changing one.

The conversation also explores recurring income, business efficiency, AI-powered operations, succession planning, owner financing, and why most entrepreneurs fail to prepare for the biggest financial event of their lives. If your goal is to build a business that gives you more freedom today and a valuable exit tomorrow, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately.

Connect with Jeff Kikel:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffkikel/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with multifamily real estate investor and operator Hayden Duer, founder of the Duer Kurami Group, about how busy professionals can invest in apartment buildings and build long-term wealth without managing properties themselves.

Hayden shares the lessons he learned from three generations of real estate investing, how his family successfully navigated the 2008 housing crisis through cash-flow-focused investing, and why he chose multifamily real estate as the foundation for his own business. He also reveals how he built his company from the ground up, raised capital for his first deals, and overcame the challenges of acquiring and operating apartment communities across multiple states.

The conversation dives into passive investing, cash flow, tax advantages, raising capital, finding the right markets, and what investors should look for before putting money into a real estate deal. Hayden also explains why understanding operations and having the right team can make the difference between a successful investment and an expensive mistake.

If you're interested in building wealth through real estate, creating passive income, or learning how professional operators scale multifamily portfolios, this episode is packed with practical insights and real-world experience.

Connect with Hayden Duer:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayden-duer/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with CPA, business advisor, and family legacy advocate Albert Butler about what it really takes to build a business that can thrive across generations. Albert shares why successful succession planning is about far more than taxes and financial statements - it starts with communication, leadership, and preparing both the business and the family for the future.

Drawing on more than 25 years of experience advising entrepreneurs, Albert explains the common mistakes business owners make when preparing for an exit, transferring ownership to the next generation, or selling a company. He discusses business valuation, financial clarity, risk management, key-person dependency, and why many family businesses struggle when the next generation isn't truly invested in taking over.

The conversation also explores Albert's unique approach to business advising, including the "Five Muscles of Enterprise," the importance of family communication, and why building a legacy requires intentional planning long before a transition takes place. If you want to create a business that outlives you and leaves a meaningful impact for future generations, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical wisdom.

Connect with Albert Butler:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/butleralbert/

https://albertbutler.com/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Ali Badi, founder of The Score Machine, about how entrepreneurs can unlock funding without relying on traditional bank processes. From understanding how lenders think to preparing your credit profile in advance, Ali breaks down how to position yourself for approval before you even apply.

They dive into the biggest mistakes business owners make with credit, why many funding applications get rejected, and how simple shifts in financial behavior can dramatically increase your chances of securing capital. Ali also shares how his AI-driven platform analyzes credit profiles, identifies opportunities for improvement, and matches users with the right institutions to access funding more efficiently.

If you want to improve cash flow, scale your business, or better understand how to leverage credit as a growth tool, this episode provides practical strategies and actionable insights you can apply immediately.

Contact Ali:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alibadi1989/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with growth strategist, executive advisor, and business transformation expert Ben Newcomb about what it takes to build a company that is valuable, scalable, and attractive to buyers.

Drawing from his experience helping companies grow from startup stages to nine-figure organizations, Ben shares practical lessons on scaling revenue, improving retention, launching new products, and creating predictable growth. He explains why many business owners become the bottleneck in their own companies and how building strong systems, developing high-performing teams, and maintaining focus can dramatically increase a company's value.

The conversation also explores how businesses can create recurring revenue, improve customer retention, strengthen forecasting, and prepare for successful acquisitions. Ben shares real-world examples of helping companies recover from major setbacks, increase long-term contract value, and achieve exits significantly above their original targets.

If you're a founder, entrepreneur, or business owner looking to scale beyond the next growth plateau and build a company that can thrive without depending on you every day, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable strategies.

Connect with Ben Newcomb:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bnewcomb/

https://www.newcombadvisors.com/

Podcast Website:
https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/