After 20 years in tech and IT leadership, Mark Beall made the boldest move of his life—he walked away from comfort, certainty, and a stable paycheck to chase his dream: building a business with content.

And he didn’t just wing it. He went all-in on intent-based YouTube strategy—and that decision changed everything.

In this episode, Mark breaks down exactly how he cracked the YouTube code using search-based content, built his channel into a monetized machine, and stepped into full-time freedom as an entrepreneur.

If you’ve been sitting on the edge of a big leap, this might be the push you need.

HOW HE DID IT:
🔥 Why search-based content gives you leverage even with a small channel
🔥 How Mark turned low views into consistent revenue (and freedom)
🔥 The one YouTube trap most creators fall into, and how to avoid it
🔥 What finally gave him the courage to walk away from his 9-to-5

Mark’s story is living proof that you don’t need a massive audience—you just need a strategy that matches your intent.

This isn’t just a YouTube story… it’s a blueprint for betting on yourself and winning.

Listen in and get fired up.

RESOURCES & MENTIONS:
Influence by Robert Cialdini
Pre-Suasion by Robert Cialdini

FIND MARK:
YouTube: @markbeall
Facebook: /mbeall
Instagram: @markbeall

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Josh sat down with high-level advisor Krystin Ruschman to expose the silent killer of momentum most entrepreneurs face once they hit that “successful” $100K/month mark. It’s not strategy. It’s not systems. It’s that you’ve become the product, and it’s burning you out.

They break down what actually shifts when you cross that line… and why so many founders feel like they’re working harder than ever, even though they’re making more than they ever have. Krystin brings the clarity and precision you need to break free from the bottleneck you didn’t know you built.

WHY YOU’RE STUCK (AND HOW TO UNSTICK IT):
🔥 The sneaky way $100K/month can trap you in your own business
🔥 How over-functioning leads to underperformance—and what to do instead
🔥 What happens when your internal operating system no longer fits your external success
🔥 The quiet chaos behind “everything’s fine” and how to finally scale without more of you

This one’s a wake-up call. If you’re feeling like you should be further ahead, or you’re growing on paper but exhausted in reality, this episode will hit home. Lisen now and shift from stuck to scaling.

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Email: krystin@email2inbox.com
Facebook: /krystin.ruschman
Instagram: @krystin.ruschman

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When Andrea joined Golden Mic Mastery, she had no audience, no fancy funnel, and barely a few hours each day to work on her business. What she did have? A fire to make it work on her terms—and the skills to solve high-level problems for high-paying clients.

In this episode, Josh sits down with Andrea to unpack her journey from “I think I’m meant for more” to bigger deals, massive clarity, and life-changing opportunities—all in less than four months.

If you’ve ever wondered how to build momentum fast (without selling your soul or working 24/7), this one is a masterclass in smart moves, strategic positioning, and powerful simplicity.

🔥 How She Did It (So You Can Too):

• How Andrea closed $38K in contracts without a following or audience
• The #1 decision that made her results possible (and most people skip it)
• How she built a business that fits her lifestyle instead of fights it
• The mindset shift that helped her land a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
• Why trying to “figure it all out” is keeping you stuck (and what to do instead)

Andrea didn’t hustle her way to success—she aligned with a strategy that amplified her strengths, respected her time, and attracted high-caliber opportunities. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to go all in, this is your sign.

RESOURCES & MENTIONS:

• Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
• Expert Secrets by Russell Brunson
• ClickFunnels

FIND ANDREA:
Facebook: /andrea.befus
Instagram: @andrea.befus
The Road Less Chosen Podcast

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For years, Jimmy has been the hidden architect behind high-performing funnels, helping brands scale to millions without anyone knowing his name. Today, he’s pulling back the curtain on what REALLY makes a funnel work, why most entrepreneurs miss it, and how you can apply these same strategies to create unstoppable momentum in your business.

TODAY, WE'RE PULLING BACK THE CURTAIN ON:

• The hidden blueprint behind 12+ Two-Comma Club funnels (and why most people don’t see it).
• The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make when trying to scale (fix this and watch your sales explode).
• How Jimmy helped a business raise six figures on demand—and what you can learn from it.
• The secret to turning customers into raving fans (most people totally miss this).
• Why community is the missing link to high-converting offers (and how to build one FAST).

Funnels don’t just make money—they create movements. Jimmy Allen has been behind the scenes, watching what works (and what doesn’t) inside the most successful online businesses on the planet. If you want more leads, more conversions, and more impact, this episode is a must-listen.

It’s not just about the funnel—it’s about how you guide people through transformation. The best sales systems don’t just sell—they create raving fans who stick, buy, and tell everyone about you.

RESOURCES & MENTIONS:

• Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
• Expert Secrets by Russell Brunson
• ClickFunnels
• Offer Lab

FIND JIMMY:
Facebook: /jimmyjamesallen
Podcast: betterhumans.show

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The problem is hidden in plain sight. And today, we’re exposing it.

In this game-changing episode of The Golden Mic Podcast, Andrea Peer & Susan Leonardson reveal why 80% of clients disappear—and the exact steps to STOP the bleeding and turn your business into a client-retaining machine.

If you want more loyal customers, more referrals, and more cash in the bank—this is the episode you CANNOT afford to miss.

🔥 What You’ll Learn:

✅ The invisible dealbreaker that makes clients leave—before they even tell you!
✅ Why most businesses fail at onboarding—and how to fix it overnight
✅ The "Sticky Client" Method that makes customers stay, spend, and rave about you
✅ How to create insane customer loyalty (WITHOUT gimmicks or discounting)
✅ The one small tweak that instantly boosts retention & lifetime value

Let’s be real: If you’re constantly hunting for new clients, you’re on a treadmill that never stops.

Andrea & Susan have cracked the code on keeping clients engaged, happy, and coming back for more. They’ve helped businesses turn retention into a growth strategy—without constantly chasing new leads.

🚀 Listen now and fix your client retention—before it costs you BIG.

💥 Retention isn’t about what you sell—it’s about how you make clients feel. Nail this, and you’ll never worry about losing clients again.

FIND ANDREA & SUSAN:
YouTube: @GeeksGetPaid
Website: GeeksGetPaid.com
Facebook Community: Geek Out Connect

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Your network isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the foundation of every big deal. Eric shares how shifting from small, low-margin sales to high-level connections skyrocketed his income, why wealthy buyers operate completely differently than most entrepreneurs realize, and the simple mindset tweak that took him from brokering freight to closing $7M deals.

✅ How to stop selling to the wrong people and start attracting high-level buyers
✅ The key to scaling your deals without working harder—just smarter
✅ Why relationships, not cold outreach, drive the biggest business opportunities
✅ The shift from chasing clients to having them come to you
✅ The future of business deals, AI, and why Bitcoin & blockchain are changing everything

Josh and Eric also dig into how the financial world is shifting, from capital-raising to crypto, and why the entrepreneurs who understand these trends will be light-years ahead in the next decade. If you’re tired of working harder than you need to and want to attract bigger, better clients, this episode will show you how to flip the script—so the right people are chasing YOU.

❝The same amount of effort goes into selling a $10K deal as a $100K deal—the only difference is who you’re selling to. Change your audience, and you change your income.❞ – Eric Skeldon

RESOURCES & MENTIONS:

• Rich Dad Poor Dad
• DotCom Secrets

FIND ERIC:
YouTube: @EricSkeldon
Instagram: @realericskeldon
X: @ericskeldon
Website: ericskeldon.com

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She’s worked with ClickFunnels, Russell Brunson, the John Maxwell Team, Elise Darma, and more, helping businesses generate millions in sales—but for years, she undercharged and struggled with imposter syndrome. That all changed when she shifted her pricing mindset and restructured her offer.

🔥 In this episode, we cover:
✅ How Brittany got into copywriting (by accident!)
✅ The one mindset shift that allowed her to 10X her prices
✅ Why email is an untapped goldmine for high-ticket sales
✅ The three-phase framework for turning email subscribers into buyers
✅ How positioning yourself as an expert transforms client relationships

Brittany also shares insider insights from working with top marketing leaders, her new email strategy framework, and her biggest lessons in scaling a copywriting business.

🎙️ Listen now and learn how to raise your prices with confidence!

📩 Tim Ferriss' "5-Bullet Friday" Newsletter
🚀 ClickFunnels & Russell Brunson’s Marketing Strategies
💡 Julie Chenell Business Training & Online Growth Model

📌 Connect with Brittany:
👉 Instagram: @BrittanyLewisOfficial
👉 Website: BrittanyLewisOfficial.com
👉 Podcast: The Whole Picture

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Ad costs are skyrocketing. Funnels that used to print money barely break even. Consumers are more skeptical than ever. So what actually works now?

In this episode of The Golden Mic, we dive into:
🔥 The 3 biggest reasons online marketing is dying
🚀 Why traditional funnels, webinars, and old-school sales tactics aren’t working anymore
🎯 The secret to standing out and creating an unstoppable brand in today’s digital world
💡 How Rudy has helped scale multiple 8-figure brands—and what he’s doing next

We also talk about:
📖 Books & Movies Mentioned:

• Principles by Ray Dalio
• The Founder (McDonald’s Movie)
• The Social Network (Facebook Movie)
• The Wolf of Wall Street

📺 Shows & Content from Rudy Mawer:

• 60 Day Hustle on Amazon Prim
• Legacy Makers Documentary
• Office Lockdown (Coming Soon)

📌 Resources Mentioned:

• ClickFunnels
• Monday.com
• GoHighLevel

If you want to stay ahead in today’s market, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.
🎧 Listen now!

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