As the world goes more virtual, it’s more and more difficult to keep making friends as adults —especially if you want friends who will bring energy to your life instead of drain it, friends with whom you can be honest, friends who have your best interest at heart, and ultimately, friends who turn you into a better version of yourself. If you’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with, then making friends is the number one self-development activity you can master. After 800 episodes of the top-rated business podcast Build Your Network, Travis Chappell learned that networking is really the same thing as just making friends with people. In this newly rebranded show, Travis Makes Friends, it’s Travis’ goal to simply give listeners like you a chance to get to know world-class performers who can help you become a better version of yourself and share his connection secrets in the process. If you want friends that push you to be better, then subscribe to the show and join Travis as he has conversations with world-class athletes like Shaquille O’Neal, entertainers like Rob Dyrdek, authors like Dr. Nicole LePera, former presidents like Vicente Fox, or even the occasional FBI hostage negotiator, billionaire real estate mogul, polarizing political figure, or controversial social media influencer. It’s time to stop networking and start making better friends.

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Krista Mashore is in the top 1% of coaches nationwide and has been a Top 1% real estate agent for 20 years. Krista is the author of five best-selling books focusing on digital marketing and was named Yahoo Finance’s number 1 digital marketer to watch in 2021! She is among the top 125 most impactful leaders in 2022, alongside Tony Robbins, according to Success Magazine. She has been featured in Forbes, Inman News, The Wall Street Journal, NBC, Fox, and many more! Krista recently went from zero to 48 million dollars in just five years.She is the recipient of 11 Two Comma-Club Awards, 2 Two Comma Club X Awards, and one Two Comma Club C Award.With a master&#39;s degree in curriculum and instruction, Krista&#39;s passion for teaching and serving others has led her to share the secrets of her success through coaching. Her innovative approach to digital marketing is revolutionizing the way agents and professionals market themselves online. By offering a step-by-step guide, she empowers agents and entrepreneurs to build a significant digital footprint. Her impact is evident in the success stories of her clients, who have seen remarkable growth in their businesses. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 <a href="http://instagram.com/travischappell" rel="nofollow">instagram.com/travischappell</a>– FB 👉🏻 <a href="http://facebook.com/traviscchappell" rel="nofollow">facebook.com/traviscchappell</a>– Twitter 👉🏻 <a href="http://twitter.com/traviscchappell" rel="nofollow">twitter.com/traviscchappell</a>– Pinterest 👉🏻 <a href="http://pinterest.com/travischappellpod" rel="nofollow">pinterest.com/travischappellpod </a>Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

918: Krista Mashore | From BROKE Teacher to MILLION DOLLAR Months

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Welcome back to another captivating episode of &#34;Travis Makes Friends&#34;! Sponsored by NYblue.com, today&#39;s guest, Mitch Brownlie, takes us on an unforgettable journey spanning continents and industries.Join Travis and Mitch as they peel back the layers of Mitch&#39;s remarkable life story. From growing up on an Australian farm to venturing into business, politics, and the military, Mitch&#39;s experiences are fascinating.Get ready to be amazed as Mitch shares his adventures in cryptocurrency mining, including owning over 8000 Ethereum during its nascent stages. Discover how his latest venture, a cutting-edge commodity arbitrage platform, revolutionizes global supply chains and payment systems.But that&#39;s not all—Mitch reveals his newest project: a crypto token backed by rare blue zircon gemstones mined in Cambodia. Explore the intersection of cryptocurrency and gemology and learn how this innovative approach ensures stability and value.This episode is a must-listen with twists and turns that extend far beyond the anticipated runtime. Prepare to be captivated by Mitch Brownlie&#39;s extraordinary journey, exclusively on &#34;Travis Makes Friends&#34;! Tune in now and embark on an adventure like no other. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

917: Mitch Brownlie | Secrets of the Oldest Gemstone on Earth

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Today, I&#39;m making friends with Andrew Cordle – a Sales Expert with over $300 million in personal sales. He&#39;s shared his wisdom on stages in over 35 different countries, enlightening tens of thousands with the Money Playbook of the 1%. As the founder of the PE firm Collective Influence, currently valued at over 400 million, he&#39;s worth listening to! Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

916: Andrew Cordle | Generating $300M in Sales on Stage

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Today, I&#39;m making friends with Courtney Dlugos - an actress and content creator whose hilarious videos have gone viral repeatedly on social media. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

915: Courtney Dlugos | Breaking into Acting, Going Viral on TikTok, and Making Out with G-Eazy

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Today, I&#39;m making friends with Guy Kawasaki.Guy Kawasaki is the chief evangelist of <a href="https://www.canva.com/" rel="nofollow">Canva</a> and the creator of Guy Kawasaki’s <a href="https://guykawasaki.com/remarkable-people/" rel="nofollow">Remarkable People</a> podcast. He is an executive fellow of the <a href="http://facultybio.haas.berkeley.edu/faculty-list/kawasaki-guy/" rel="nofollow">Haas School of Business</a> (UC Berkeley) and an adjunct professor at the <a href="https://www.unsw.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">University of New South Wales</a>. He was the chief evangelist of Apple and a trustee of the <a href="https://wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Former_Board_of_Trustees_members#Guy_Kawasaki" rel="nofollow">Wikimedia Foundation</a>. He has written <a href="https://guykawasaki.com/books/wise-guy/" rel="nofollow">Wise Guy</a>, <a href="https://guykawasaki.com/books/the-art-of-the-start/" rel="nofollow">The Art of the Start 2.0</a>, <a href="https://guykawasaki.com/books/the-art-of-social-media/" rel="nofollow">The Art of Social Media</a>, <a href="https://guykawasaki.com/books/enchantment/" rel="nofollow">Enchantment</a>, and <a href="https://guykawasaki.com/books/" rel="nofollow">eleven other books</a>. Kawasaki has a BA from Stanford University, an MBA from UCLA, and an honorary doctorate from Babson College. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

914: Guy Kawasaki | Think Remarkable

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Today, I&#39;m making friends with Chad Braverman – the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Creative Officer of Doc Johnson, a brand leader in self-pleasure products. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

913: Chad Braverman | Sex Toy Company Owner Goes DEEP On Adult Business Strategy, Wildest Products, and More

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Today, I&#39;m making friends with Zach Justice – co-creator of the Dropouts Podcast. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

912: Zach Justice | How to Start the 14th Best Comedy Podcast in the Country

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Today, I&#39;m making friends with Jennifer Cohen – an entrepreneur, brand strategist, podcaster, and educator. **On this episode, we talk about– The loneliness epidemic plaguing our nation– My time in a cultish group– What sales can teach us– Interviewing Jordan Belfort– How to get anything you want in life– Raising bold children– Becoming more resilient ... and more! ** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂)Jennifer Cohen&#39;s world-famous clientele includes Hollywood celebrities, Olympic athletes, blockbuster recording artists, top CEOs, and more. She’s the author of three books in the fitness, wellness, and healthy habits space, has sold companies for millions of dollars, and has appeared on major network shows.On her top-rated Habits &amp; Hustle podcast, Jennifer interviews thought-leaders, business luminaries such as Mark Cuban, Bobbi Brown, and Tony Robbins, and celebrities like Dennis Rodman, Chelsea Handler, and Matthew McConaughey.Jennifer is also an in-demand motivational speaker for brands and business schools. Her TEDx talk, The Secret to Getting Anything You Want in Life, has over 5 million views. Jennifer lives in Los Angeles with her husband and their two little superstars, Dylan and Sydney. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

911: Jennifer Cohen | This ONE SKILL Will 1000X Everything In Your Life

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Today I&#39;m making friends with Dan Hollaway – former VP of Marketing at Black Rifle Coffee, and host of the popular Citizen and Drinkin Bros podcasts. **On this episode, we talk about– Dan&#39;s time in the military– Grappling with trauma and depression– Why coddling people doesn&#39;t help them– The early days of the Black Rifle Coffee Company... and more! ** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂) Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

910: Dan Hollaway | Don't Be a Sigma Male B*tch

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Today I&#39;m making friends with Dia Simms – CEO of Lobos 1707 Tequila &amp; Mezcal. **On this episode, we talk about– how Dia began negotiating Department of Defense contracts in her early 20&#39;s– her journey through the world of sales– how Dia worked her way from being Executive Assistant for Sean &#34;Diddy&#34; Combs to being President of his company– growing a vodka label to be valued at $2 Billion– the difference between tequila and mezcal– and so much more! ** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂) ** About Dia SimmsDia Simms serves as the CEO of Lobos 1707 Tequila &amp; Mezcal, a new independent spirits brand that launched in November 2020. Simms leads Lobos 1707 alongside Founder and Chief Creative Officer Diego Osorio with early backing by sports and cultural icon, LeBron James. Lobos 1707 Tequila &amp; Mezcal is named after the Spanish word lobos, meaning &#34;wolves&#34;, and dedicated to celebrating the strength of the pack. Simms brings an impressive track record of building successful brands, combined with her entrepreneurial spirit and deep expertise in the spirits industry to Lobos 1707.In May 2021, Simms Co-Founded Pronghorn, a 10-year initiative to drive diversity, equity and inclusion in the spirits industry. Pronghorn, backed by the world’s leading spirits producer, Diageo, seeks to help participants within the Black community achieve the goal of generating $2 billion in economic value in the U.S.Simms spent almost fifteen years working alongside Sean “Diddy” Combs at Combs Enterprises, starting in 2005 as his executive assistant. She grew within the company while building multiple brands and businesses under the Combs Enterprises umbrella. In 2017, Simms was named President of Combs Enterprises, making her the first president in the company’s thirty-year history other than Sean Combs himself. In her role as President, she oversaw multi-billion-dollar brands under the Combs empire, including CÎROC Ultra-Premium Vodka, Blue Flame Agency, AQUAhydrate, Bad Boy Entertainment, Sean John and Revolt TV. Of note, Simms led the transformation of CÎROC Ultra-Premium Vodka taking the previously unprofitable brand to a $2 billion retail value.Simms was listed as “One of the Most Powerful Executives in the Industry&#39;&#39; by Billboard in both 2017 and 2018, as well as named to the Ebony &#39;Power 100&#39; list. In April of 2018 she was an honoree of the Matrix Awards from New York Women In Communications (NYWIC), as well as named to the 2018 Ad Age ‘Women to Watch’ list and Variety’s ‘Power of Women New York Impact List’. Simms serves on the board for the Maryland organization THREAD, which provides underprivileged Baltimore-area high-school students resources to help foster their academic advancement and personal growth. She often speaks on the importance of diverse leadership and accelerated brand building. Simms graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Morgan State University. She obtained a master’s degree in Management from the Florida Institute of Technology. Simms now resides in Maryland where she lives with her husband, daughter and dog. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

909: Dia Simms | Building a $2 Billion Vodka Empire with Sean “Diddy” Combs

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Today I&#39;m making friends with Brandon Novak - professional skateboarder and star of the hit show Viva La Bam and the movies Jackass. ** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂) ** About Brandon NovakFrom Baltimore, Maryland, Brandon was a professional skateboarder discovered by Tony Hawk and rose to fame on the hit MTV show Viva la Bam, and the movies Jackass. As a teen, he became addicted to heroin which lasted for 20 years. He wrote the addiction memoir, Dreamseller, and it became a best seller on Amazon. He also penned The Brandon Novak Chronicles and recently, The Streets of Baltimore. Brandon gives back by helping people into treatment celebrating 8 years clean in May 2023 and nearly 5 years tobacco free.He relates to millions of people across the country; 1 in 4 to be exact who are directly affected by addiction in their family. He travels the country as one of the most in-demand addiction keynote speakers, bringing awareness and education to high schools across the nation. Brandon truly embodies someone who can turn their life around. Brandon has impacted hundreds of thousands of lives through his story of sobriety. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

908: Brandon Novak | Why Filming 'Jackass' Was a Junkie's Dream

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Today I&#39;m making friends with two people - Mike and Angie Lee, the brother/sister duo behind Soul CBD. ** What I Discuss with Mike and Angie– Mike&#39;s boxing career and the serious injuries that left him with chronic pain.– How Angie tries to live a life free of regret– The loophole that allows Mike and Angie to ship THC– The issues with big pharma and the benefits of CBD they don&#39;t want you to know. ** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂) ** About Angie LeeAngie is a vivacious marketing maven who’s found her soul’s calling in helping women kick ass.Angie is a highly sought after marketing mentor, keynote speaker, professional podcaster &amp; serial entrepreneur. She is the Co-Founder of Soul, Author of Ready Is A Lie &amp; Creator of a top female personal development &amp; business event, Pays To Be Brave. Her Forbes Top 100 Podcast, The Angie Lee Show, teaches thousands of ambitious women how to make friends with fear &amp; make money doing what they love.** About Mike LeeMike is a world-ranked professional boxer who has fought in some of the world’s most iconic arenas like Madison Square Garden, Cowboys Stadium &amp; The MGM Grand in front of millions of fans. In 2014 Mike was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, ankylosing spondylitis, that almost ended his career. In and out of hospitals for over two years he became tired of all the medications and treatments. Mike began searching for all natural alternatives which lead him to discover CBD and all of its incredible physical and mental benefits! Using his background in finance and business, Mike felt that creating Soul CBD would be the perfect way to share his knowledge while helping others to defeat whatever battles with pain they may be facing. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

907: Mike and Angie Lee | Overcoming Chronic Pain with CBD

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Today I&#39;m making friends with Justin Cottlee – a Marketing Director, Dissector and Instructor for the Institute of Human Anatomy.The Institute of Human Anatomy a private human cadaver lab dedicated to providing anatomical, physiological, health, wellness, and fitness education to health professionals, pre-license students, and via social media, to the general public. ** What I Discuss with Justin– His journey from the Marine Corp to Massage Therapy– How and where to buy a body(!)– What Justin&#39;s learned about life working closely with death– Smoking VS Vaping– Whether CBD is snake oil– The affects of alcohol– and so much more! ** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂) ** About Justin CottleJustin is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps Infantry, as well as a fully Licensed Massage Therapist in the state of Utah. He discovered his passion for human anatomy and physiology while in school to become a licensed massage therapist at the Utah College of Massage Therapy in 2011. After graduating in 2012, he became a Teaching Assistant for Jonathan Bennion, where his love for anatomy grew to even greater depths, and led him to start teaching at the Institute of Human Anatomy in 2013. He has taught at multiple trade schools in the state, including Healing Mountain Massage School, Intermountain Massage Therapy College, as well as the Utah College of Massage Therapy from 2013-2019, where he also served as the Director of Education. In his spare time, Justin enjoys challenging games of chess, hiking in the mountains, playing acoustic guitar, and spending quality time with his family. Go to <a href="https://magicmind.com/JANtravis" rel="nofollow">https://www.magicmind.com/</a>travis And get up to 56% off your subscription for the next 10 days with my code TRAVIS20 Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

906: Justin Cottle | What Dead Bodies Can Teach Us About Life

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Today I&#39;m making friends with Greg Mohr –  who has helped hundreds of people invest in a few hundred franchise units. ** What I Discuss with Greg:– Getting his start in the fast food industry– Most underrated franchises to invest in– Common misconceptions about owning a franchise– What industries are truly recession proof– and more ** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂) ** About Greg MohrGreg Mohr started his work life in the restaurant industry. His first impression of franchising came straight out of high school, at a fast-food restaurant chain. He later managed a twenty-four-hour restaurant—another chain outlet but not a franchise. Seventeen years of restaurant management flew by before he earned degrees in electrical engineering and physics and became an engineer.Greg climbed the corporate ladder, working in the semiconductor industry for about fifteen years. During this time, he earned an MBA specializing in management information systems. Doing so did not speed up his pace of climbing the ladder, as he had hoped. In the meantime, inspired by many business books, including Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad, Poor Dad series, Greg purchased rental properties and found that he could manage them on the side while keeping his day job. As he loves to share, Greg eventually found himself laid off, and it was a blessing. He saw an opportunity and knew it was now or never. After working with a franchise consultant, he found a great fit after narrowing down his goals and criteria. He never looked back.Greg has helped hundreds of people invest in a few hundred franchise units. Further information can be found at https://www.franchisemaven.com/ or contact Greg at greg@franchisemaven.com Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

905: Greg Mohr | Real Freedom Through Franchises

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Today I&#39;m making friends with David Hauser who has a track record of founding multiple successful companies, building exceptional teams, and investing in innovative ideas. ** What I Discuss with David:– Constantly running into each other at LifeTime Gym in Vegas– Why David always knew he was going to be an entrepreneur– How David’s parents instilled work ethic in him– Coding websites in the early &#39;00s– How David raised $20m as a 17 year old– Why college can’t create entrepreneurs– Building and exiting several successful companies ** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂) ** About David Hauser:David Hauser is an entrepreneur hailing from New York City. He attended City &amp; Country School, Poly Prep Country Day School, and Babson College, where he received excellent educational opportunities that fueled his never-ending quest for learning. With a track record of founding multiple successful companies, building exceptional teams, and investing in innovative ideas, David has shared his experiences through media appearances and public speaking engagements.Currently residing in Las Vegas, he spent significant years in New York City, Boston, and Austin. David&#39;s notable entrepreneurial achievements include founding Grasshopper (bootstrapped to $30M+ ARR, acquired by Citrix), Chargify (built profitably, secured Mark Cuban investment, acquired by Battery Ventures), Vanilla (raised $42M from Venrock and Insight Partners), and ReturnPath (raised funds from Flatiron Partners, with a secured management team).As a founding member of National Entrepreneurs’ Day, David has also made significant contributions as an angel investor in companies like Intercom, Unbounce, Groove, The Hustle, and more than 50 others. His expertise has been showcased through public speaking engagements at events such as SaaSFest, FOWA, Big Omaha, LessConf, and SuperConf, as well as his coverage in major media outlets including CNN, Fox, Inc. Magazine, Fortune, Entrepreneur, Wall Street Journal, Boston Globe, and Inc. 30 Under 30. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

904: David Hauser | Raising $20M as a Teen, Buying Boring Businesses, and More

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Today, I’m making friends with Chris Do, an Emmy award-winning designer, director, CEO and Chief Strategist of Blind and the founder of The Futur—an online education platform with the mission of teaching 1 billion people how to make a living doing what they love. ** What I Discuss with Chris:– NorCal VS SoCal– Growing up as a first generation immigrant– The problem with the education system– The struggles of being a true designer within the ad agency system ** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂) ** About Chris Do:  Chris Do is an Emmy award-winning designer, director, CEO and Chief Strategist of Blind and the founder of The Futur—an online education platform with the mission of teaching 1 billion people how to make a living doing what they love. He currently serves as the chairman of the board for the SPJA, and as an advisor to Saleshood. He has also served as: advisory board member for AIGA/LA, Emmys Motion &amp; Title Design Peer Group, Otis Board of Governors, Santa Monica College and Woodbury University. He has taught Sequential design for over 15 years at ArtCenter College of Design as well as Otis College of Art and Design. Additionally, he has lectured all over the world including: AIGA National Design Conference, Birmingham Design Festival, Awwwards New York/San Francisco/Amsterdam, AIGA Miami, The Design Conference Brisbane, Creative South, Digital Design Days Milan/Geneva, Lu Xun Academy Fine Art Dalian, Motion Conference Santa Fe, VMA Design Conference, MIT Boston, Bend Design Conference, Graphika Manila, Create Philippines, Rise Up Summit Cairo, RGD Design Thinkers Toronto, California Institute of the Arts, LA Art Institute, Otis College of Design, UCLA, MGLA, Cal State Los Angeles/ Northridge, Post Production World, Adobe Video World and San Diego University. His firm’s work has been recognized by national and international organizations such as: the Emmy’s, Clio, Effie Gold, Huffington Post, Lynda.com, Webbie, Communication Arts, London International Awards, One Show, British D&amp;AD, AICP 20, Pictoplasma, How, 72 dpi, L.A. Weekly, Boards, Res 10, Type Director’s Club (20, 22, 23, 26), IDN, Addy Awards, BDA, Create, Stash (2, 12, 22, 24, 35, 43, 65), Creatie Augustus 2010, Motion Design, Asia Image, Brief, 365 AIGA Year In Design 26, Art Director’s Club, Motionographer, New York Festivals, B Brand, PPaper, I.D., and Print. Mr. Do has given talks and conducted workshops on: Sales, Negotiations, Value Based Pricing, Mindset, Branding, Graphic &amp; Motion Design, Social Media Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Business Management, and Client Relations. Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

903: Chris Do | Why Education Rocks But the System Doesn’t

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Today, I’m making friends with Jon Gordon, whose best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world.

What I Discuss with Jon:

Why he moved to Jacksonville in 2001 (and thinks I should too.)

Playing pickle ball with Tim Tebow and Ed Mylett.

The reason his wife almost made the decision to divorce him.

Being thankful for pain (after you go through it).

The fact that most people have a “hole in their soul.”

How narcissists can change.

The secret to building his successful multi-million dollar speaking career.

And so much more…


(Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂)

About Jon Gordon: 
Jon Gordon is one of the most influential and sought after leadership authors and speakers today.
He’s a consultant to numerous leaders, CEO’s, NFL, NBA, and MLB Coaches, championship teams and high performers and an inspirational teacher who has helped millions of people have a more positive mindset.
He is the author of 28 books including 15 best sellers and 5 children’s books.
His books include the timeless classic The Energy Bus which has sold over 3 million copies, The Carpenter which was a top 5 business book of the year, Training Camp, The Power of Positive Leadership, and The Power of a Positive Team.
Jon’s latest book, The One Truth has been called profound, revolutionary and life changing.
Jon and his tips have been featured on The Today Show, CNN, CNBC, The Golf Channel, Fox and Friends and in numerous magazines and newspapers.
His clients include The Los Angeles Dodgers, Campbell’s Soup, Dell, Publix, Southwest Airlines, Miami Heat, The Los Angeles Rams, Snapchat, Truist Bank, Clemson Football, Northwestern Mutual, West Point Academy and more.
Jon is a graduate of Cornell University and holds a Masters in Teaching from Emory University. He and his training/consulting company are passionate about developing positive leaders, organizations and teams.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
– The One Truth | Purchase your copy here: https://amzn.to/3S6usd0
– The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy | Purchase your copy here: https://amzn.to/3HcheFA
(Please note that as an Amazon Associate, The Travis Makes Friends Podcast receives compensation for some of the products listed)

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Today, I’m making friends with Jon Gordon, whose best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world.

What I Discuss with Jon:

Why he moved to Jacksonville in 2001 (and thinks I should too.)

Playing pickle ball with Tim Tebow and Ed Mylett.

The reason his wife almost made the decision to divorce him.

Being thankful for pain (after you go through it).

The fact that most people have a “hole in their soul.”

How narcissists can change.

The secret to building his successful multi-million dollar speaking career.

And so much more…


(Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂)

About Jon Gordon: 
Jon Gordon is one of the most influential and sought after leadership authors and speakers today.
He’s a consultant to numerous leaders, CEO’s, NFL, NBA, and MLB Coaches, championship teams and high performers and an inspirational teacher who has helped millions of people have a more positive mindset.
He is the author of 28 books including 15 best sellers and 5 children’s books.
His books include the timeless classic The Energy Bus which has sold over 3 million copies, The Carpenter which was a top 5 business book of the year, Training Camp, The Power of Positive Leadership, and The Power of a Positive Team.
Jon’s latest book, The One Truth has been called profound, revolutionary and life changing.
Jon and his tips have been featured on The Today Show, CNN, CNBC, The Golf Channel, Fox and Friends and in numerous magazines and newspapers.
His clients include The Los Angeles Dodgers, Campbell’s Soup, Dell, Publix, Southwest Airlines, Miami Heat, The Los Angeles Rams, Snapchat, Truist Bank, Clemson Football, Northwestern Mutual, West Point Academy and more.
Jon is a graduate of Cornell University and holds a Masters in Teaching from Emory University. He and his training/consulting company are passionate about developing positive leaders, organizations and teams.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
– The One Truth | Purchase your copy here: https://amzn.to/3S6usd0
– The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy | Purchase your copy here: https://amzn.to/3HcheFA
(Please note that as an Amazon Associate, The Travis Makes Friends Podcast receives compensation for some of the products listed)

Follow Travis on:
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– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell
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– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod 

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902: Jon Gordon | How to Heal Your Soul

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Noah Kagan (@noahkagan) is the founder and Chief Sumo at AppSumo.com, a company that provides tools and content to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Under Noah&#39;s leadership, AppSumo has grown to over $10 million in annual revenue.

Before starting AppSumo, Noah held key roles at two of tech&#39;s fastest-growing companies. He was employee #30 at Facebook, where he worked directly with Mark Zuckerberg to build their advertising platform. He then became the 4th employee at Mint.com, the popular online personal finance company that Intuit acquired for $170 million.

A self-described &#34;taco-loving&#34; entrepreneur, Noah draws on his experiences building and scaling multiple eight-figure internet companies to help and inspire other entrepreneurs. As Chief Sumo at AppSumo, he pushes the boundaries of what&#39;s possible in business, marketing, and personal development. He’s also the author of Million Dollar Weekend, a comprehensive guide on how to take action and build the business (and life) of your dreams.

Noah&#39;s journey from Facebook and Mint.com to leading AppSumo provides unique insights and lessons for any entrepreneur looking to start, build, or grow their own business.

What Travis and Noah discussed:

Take action even if you don&#39;t have full clarity yet. In the absence of clarity, take action anyway to gain more clarity. By taking small actions, you&#39;ll get feedback that helps validate or invalidate ideas faster. This allows you to fail fast and learn.

Surround yourself with people smarter than you. Connect with smart people early on before they get really big. This allows you to more easily build relationships that can pay dividends down the road.

Start small, test quickly. You can start a business over a weekend without spending much money. Validate your idea by getting real customer feedback fast before investing more time and money in building out a bigger vision.

Keep trying new ideas. Successful entrepreneurs try many different business ideas, most of which may fail before they find success. By continually trying new ideas and using the feedback, you get better at executing.

There are big risks in not being an entrepreneur, including not having control over your schedule and life. As an entrepreneur, you design your ideal life. Even if you don&#39;t become a millionaire, you can create a business that gives you more freedom.

This was an insightful conversation with Noah Kagan, a successful entrepreneur who built a $80 million per year business after being let go from Facebook. He shares his journey of trying over a dozen different business ideas that failed before finding his big success. Noah reveals that you don&#39;t need a lot of money or time to start a business that can change your life, anyone can do it over a weekend. Listen to this full Travis Makes Friends episode to get all the details on Noah&#39;s weekend business launch framework.

Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends
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Noah Kagan (@noahkagan) is the founder and Chief Sumo at AppSumo.com, a company that provides tools and content to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Under Noah's leadership, AppSumo has grown to over $10 million in annual revenue.

Before starting AppSumo, Noah held key roles at two of tech's fastest-growing companies. He was employee #30 at Facebook, where he worked directly with Mark Zuckerberg to build their advertising platform. He then became the 4th employee at Mint.com, the popular online personal finance company that Intuit acquired for $170 million.

A self-described "taco-loving" entrepreneur, Noah draws on his experiences building and scaling multiple eight-figure internet companies to help and inspire other entrepreneurs. As Chief Sumo at AppSumo, he pushes the boundaries of what's possible in business, marketing, and personal development. He’s also the author of Million Dollar Weekend, a comprehensive guide on how to take action and build the business (and life) of your dreams.

Noah's journey from Facebook and Mint.com to leading AppSumo provides unique insights and lessons for any entrepreneur looking to start, build, or grow their own business.

What Travis and Noah discussed:

Take action even if you don't have full clarity yet. In the absence of clarity, take action anyway to gain more clarity. By taking small actions, you'll get feedback that helps validate or invalidate ideas faster. This allows you to fail fast and learn.

Surround yourself with people smarter than you. Connect with smart people early on before they get really big. This allows you to more easily build relationships that can pay dividends down the road.

Start small, test quickly. You can start a business over a weekend without spending much money. Validate your idea by getting real customer feedback fast before investing more time and money in building out a bigger vision.

Keep trying new ideas. Successful entrepreneurs try many different business ideas, most of which may fail before they find success. By continually trying new ideas and using the feedback, you get better at executing.

There are big risks in not being an entrepreneur, including not having control over your schedule and life. As an entrepreneur, you design your ideal life. Even if you don't become a millionaire, you can create a business that gives you more freedom.

This was an insightful conversation with Noah Kagan, a successful entrepreneur who built a $80 million per year business after being let go from Facebook. He shares his journey of trying over a dozen different business ideas that failed before finding his big success. Noah reveals that you don't need a lot of money or time to start a business that can change your life, anyone can do it over a weekend. Listen to this full Travis Makes Friends episode to get all the details on Noah's weekend business launch framework.

Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends
Follow Travis on:
IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell
FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell
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901: Noah Kagan | How to Launch a Million-Dollar Business in 48 Hours

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Dana Cornell (cornellcapitalholdings.com) is a financial expert with over 20 years of experience advising clients. Formerly an Executive Director at Morgan Stanley, he is now a Forbes-recognized financial consultant running his practice. He focuses on helping individuals, small business owners, and working professionals develop customized passive income and wealth accumulation strategies leveraging commercial real estate opportunities.
In addition to being a Certified Financial PlannerTM professional, Cornell has also earned the Certified Investment Management AnalystTM designation. He leverages his extensive expertise to create tailored plans to help his clients achieve their financial goals.

What Dana and Travis discussed:

The real formula for building wealth is to buy cash flow, don&#39;t pay taxes, and don&#39;t lose money. Look at investing in commercial real estate and small businesses to generate cash flow.

There are different types of equity - preferred equity sits lower on the risk scale than pure equity as there is more protection. Understand the differences to make informed investment decisions.

Commercial real estate is likely heading towards trouble due to economic policies, rising interest rates, tightening bank lending, and excessive debt loads. Tread carefully when investing here.

The ultra-wealthy diversify their income streams across real estate, small businesses, and liquid assets rather than relying on a single source. Build multiple income streams for stability.

The traditional retirement planning approach of saving and projecting into the future often fails. Instead, focus on buying back your time now through passive income opportunities.

Learn directly from 20+ years of financial services expertise, gain specific commercial real estate and alternative investing advice, and shift your mindset from traditional retirement planning to prioritizing buying back your time today. Dana Cornell provides a wealth of practical knowledge that can transform how savvy individuals approach investing and wealth creation.


Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends
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Dana Cornell (cornellcapitalholdings.com) is a financial expert with over 20 years of experience advising clients. Formerly an Executive Director at Morgan Stanley, he is now a Forbes-recognized financial consultant running his practice. He focuses on helping individuals, small business owners, and working professionals develop customized passive income and wealth accumulation strategies leveraging commercial real estate opportunities.
In addition to being a Certified Financial PlannerTM professional, Cornell has also earned the Certified Investment Management AnalystTM designation. He leverages his extensive expertise to create tailored plans to help his clients achieve their financial goals.

What Dana and Travis discussed:

The real formula for building wealth is to buy cash flow, don't pay taxes, and don't lose money. Look at investing in commercial real estate and small businesses to generate cash flow.

There are different types of equity - preferred equity sits lower on the risk scale than pure equity as there is more protection. Understand the differences to make informed investment decisions.

Commercial real estate is likely heading towards trouble due to economic policies, rising interest rates, tightening bank lending, and excessive debt loads. Tread carefully when investing here.

The ultra-wealthy diversify their income streams across real estate, small businesses, and liquid assets rather than relying on a single source. Build multiple income streams for stability.

The traditional retirement planning approach of saving and projecting into the future often fails. Instead, focus on buying back your time now through passive income opportunities.

Learn directly from 20+ years of financial services expertise, gain specific commercial real estate and alternative investing advice, and shift your mindset from traditional retirement planning to prioritizing buying back your time today. Dana Cornell provides a wealth of practical knowledge that can transform how savvy individuals approach investing and wealth creation.


Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends
Follow Travis on:
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FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell
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900: Dana Cornell | The Reverse Financial Plan That Builds Real Wealth

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Alex Neist (@alexneist), an ex-Arena Football League quarterback and coach, transitioned from sports to entrepreneurship as the founder and CEO of Hostage Tape, a company focused on improving sleep quality. His journey in business was inspired by his parents&#39; encouragement, the principles of Stoicism, and key insights from authors like Chris Voss and Robert Cialdini. Neist values emotional intelligence, effective communication, and the art of negotiation in both his personal and professional life. Under his leadership, Hostage Tape emphasizes the importance of detail in product development and marketing, learning from early challenges in manufacturing and advertising. Neist believes in giving his team autonomy and continuously seeks to improve through lessons learned from books like Voss&#39;s &#34;Never Split the Difference.&#34; 

His approach to building a strong network involves creating desirable products and reaching out to influential individuals. Neist trusts his instincts for business pivots and stays motivated by viewing challenges as opportunities for growth.

What Alex and Travis discussed:


Mouth breathing can significantly impact sleep quality and health. Alex went down a &#34;rabbit hole&#34; researching ways to address his snoring and poor sleep, eventually discovering mouth taping. This simple technique helped transform his sleep and energy levels.

Building a successful business takes time and perseverance. Alex spent 16 years building his first company through constant failures and learning. This grit prepared him for the meteoric growth of his newest venture. Success is rarely overnight.

Surrounding yourself with people on the path you want to be on is crucial. Alex 
stresses finding mentors and examples that exemplify your vision and values rather than listening to naysayers without relevant experience. We become like those we surround ourselves with.

Delegating tasks and responsibilities is key as a business scales. As Alex&#39;s company grew quickly, he focused on letting go of control by empowering his team to take on more. Learning to delegate instead of doing everything yourself is vital.

Small problems can snowball into relationship breakdowns if not addressed. Something as simple as loud snoring compounded over the years for Alex, driving his wife out of their bedroom. This was a catalyst leading to their separation and divorce. We must proactively work on the small issues.

This was a wide-ranging, vulnerable conversation with much to learn. Be sure to listen to the full Travis Makes Friends podcast episode with Alex Neist to hear the context behind these insights.

Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends
Follow Travis on:
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Alex Neist (@alexneist), an ex-Arena Football League quarterback and coach, transitioned from sports to entrepreneurship as the founder and CEO of Hostage Tape, a company focused on improving sleep quality. His journey in business was inspired by his parents' encouragement, the principles of Stoicism, and key insights from authors like Chris Voss and Robert Cialdini. Neist values emotional intelligence, effective communication, and the art of negotiation in both his personal and professional life. Under his leadership, Hostage Tape emphasizes the importance of detail in product development and marketing, learning from early challenges in manufacturing and advertising. Neist believes in giving his team autonomy and continuously seeks to improve through lessons learned from books like Voss's "Never Split the Difference." 

His approach to building a strong network involves creating desirable products and reaching out to influential individuals. Neist trusts his instincts for business pivots and stays motivated by viewing challenges as opportunities for growth.

What Alex and Travis discussed:


Mouth breathing can significantly impact sleep quality and health. Alex went down a "rabbit hole" researching ways to address his snoring and poor sleep, eventually discovering mouth taping. This simple technique helped transform his sleep and energy levels.

Building a successful business takes time and perseverance. Alex spent 16 years building his first company through constant failures and learning. This grit prepared him for the meteoric growth of his newest venture. Success is rarely overnight.

Surrounding yourself with people on the path you want to be on is crucial. Alex 
stresses finding mentors and examples that exemplify your vision and values rather than listening to naysayers without relevant experience. We become like those we surround ourselves with.

Delegating tasks and responsibilities is key as a business scales. As Alex's company grew quickly, he focused on letting go of control by empowering his team to take on more. Learning to delegate instead of doing everything yourself is vital.

Small problems can snowball into relationship breakdowns if not addressed. Something as simple as loud snoring compounded over the years for Alex, driving his wife out of their bedroom. This was a catalyst leading to their separation and divorce. We must proactively work on the small issues.

This was a wide-ranging, vulnerable conversation with much to learn. Be sure to listen to the full Travis Makes Friends podcast episode with Alex Neist to hear the context behind these insights.

Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends
Follow Travis on:
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899: Alex Neist | The Entreprenurial Drive That Created Hostage Tape

by Travis Chappell

Imagine living a life where you would be able to text any of the top people in your industry and actually get a response. How much faster would you reach your goals? How much better would your environment be? What would it do to your net worth? 
 
Business networking has always had a negative stigma because so many people were taught to do it the wrong way. Here on the Build Your Network Podcast, you will learn how to network the new way and the right way. Three days a week, your host, Travis Chappell, will be having a conversation with top leaders like John C Maxwell, Amy Porterfield, Molly Bloom, Jack Canfield, Grant Cardone, Jordan Harbinger, Aubrey Marcus, Tom Bilyeu, and dozens of others. Each episode is geared toward you and is dedicated to help you uncover the secrets of professional networking in order to push you to the next level of success in your life. 
 
Consider this the ultimate guide to leveraging a powerful network the right way, building a network of influencers in your professional circles, and adding value to the lives of those around you.