The UpFlip Podcast

Brianna Rooney started her own tech recruiting agency at 24 years old. Since then, she started two more companies in the field, staffing some of the fastest-growing companies out there. In today’s episode, Brianna will share how to start your own staffing agency, what are some common pitfalls in this industry, and what mindset tweaks you have to make in order to succeed. Key Takeaways: Resources: Take Brianna’s Course in the Academy: https://www.upflip.com/academyEpisode 114: Easy 800% Revenue Boost Entrepreneurs Overlook: https://theupflippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1812063/14659262-114-easy-800-revenue-boost-that-entrepreneurs-overlook-howWaste No Day Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waste-no-day-a-plumbing-hvac-and/id1543265737Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Tommy Mello is a legend in the home services industry. What started as a simple side gig grew into A-1 Garage – a national leader with 700 employees in 22 states. And his company is now worth a whopping $220M! Key Takeaways: Resources: Episode 119:https://www.upflip.com/podcastProfitable Businesses to Start in 2024: https://www.upflip.com/blog/most-profitable-businessesConnect with Tommy: https://a1garage.com/Waste No Day Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waste-no-day-a-plumbing-hvac-and/id1543265737Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Dave Menz is a top thought leader in the laundromat business, having scaled to $900K per month. In today's interview we dig into his story of starting his laundromat business as a lucrative side hustle and evolving accidentally into the Laundromat Millionaire. His drive for helping others to succeed and his ability to systemize processes have taken his business to the next level. If you’ve considered starting a laundromat business or side hustle, this is the episode you do not want to miss. Key Takeaways: Resources: Take Dave’s course on UpFlip Academy: https://www.upflip.com/academyConnect with Dave: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatmillionaire/Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Dok Kwon co-owns CUPBOP, a Korean BBQ business, with 220 stores worldwide and $3.5M monthly revenue. But it all started with a single food truck! In this episode Dok digs deep to share his insights on entrepreneurship, growing a business worldwide, and why sometimes you just have to fail the right way. Key Takeaways: Resources: Join the UpFlip Academy today: https://www.upflip.com/membershipConnect with Dok: https://www.cupbop.com/For more advice, check out Episode 115 where Michael Tecku shares the principles he used to scale his business to $1M per year. https://www.upflip.com/podcast Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

When it comes to SEO and digital marketing, it’s hard to find someone more knowledgeable than Rand Fishkin. His popular blog, hundred of keynotes, and 2 hyper-successful SaaS businesses are a testament to his skill. If you’re looking to start an online business in 2024 this is the episode for you! Rand shares the role content marketing plays in marketing today. How social media can be used to generate leads, and why appealing to everyone will appeal to no one. Key Takeaways: Resources: Join the UpFlip Academy today: https://www.upflip.com/membershipThe Principles I Used to Scale My Business to $1M/Year: https://www.upflip.com/podcastConnect with Rand: https://www.instagram.com/randderuiter/Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Terry Rice worked at some incredible companies, including Facebook and Adobe but the burnout he experienced was ruining his life. Leaving his job, bad habits, and unhealthy lifestyle behind, he started his own business to create a life he could enjoy with his family. In today's interview Terry shares his winning mindset that helped to catapult him out of his 9 to 5 and into entrepreneurship. The winning habits that have helped him stay focused and the steps you can take to do the same. Key Takeaways: Resources: Start and grow a business successfully: https://www.upflip.com/courses/businessJoin the UpFlip Academy today: https://www.upflip.com/membershipConnect with Terry: https://www.instagram.com/itsterryricePodcast Episode 76: How to Earn $4.8M/Year Doing What You LoveConnect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Nicolas Malonga has cracked the code on reselling sneakers online and makes $650K per year. In this episode, Nick shares how he went from reselling used sneakers on OfferUp and Facebook groups to making a fortune selling new Nike’s on Amazon and Instagram. We dig into how he got started and what you can do to start your sneaker flipping business with little to no cash. Key Takeaways Resources: UpFlip Courses:https://www.upflip.com/courses/businessUpFlip Academy: https://www.upflip.com/membershipConnect with Nicolas: https://www.instagram.com/sniperkicks32/Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Emmon Khan is a genius in sales and marketing. He has made more than $20 million from his business in just 5 years. He invested over $100k into digital marketing and eCommerce courses, coaching, and masterminds. In this episode we have a rare chance to pick his brain and share some insane value bombs with you. Emmon has turned his digital marketing expertise into 8-figure dropshipping sales. And he’s sharing his secrets to attracting customers to a brand-new eCommerce store. His take on the latest dropshipping trends and how YOU can profit from them. Resources: UpFlip courses: https://www.upflip.com/courses/businessUpFlip Academy: https://www.upflip.com/membershipEpisode 108: How to Start a Million Dollar Business in a Weekend (with Noah Kagan)eCommerce MasterPlan Podcast: https://ecommercemasterplan.com/podcast/Connect with Emmon: https://www.instagram.com/emmon_khanConnect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Running social media ads can feel like a gamble. In fact, over three-quarters of advertisers lose money on their campaigns. But those who’ve unlocked the code to successful ads can get over 10x return. In this episode we’ll catch a glimpse of how it’s done. Our guest, Nathan Bentley is the founder of Practice PhD. He's an expert in digital marketing for chiropractic clinics, on a mission to connect patients with the healthcare services they need to live life to the fullest. Nathan went from being a physical therapist in a small clinic to running an agency making $130K in a single month. In this episode, we'll find out which social media platform he thinks is the best for marketing in 2024, along with his tips and strategies to maximize the value of digital marketing across all platforms. Resources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO1F21040pQ&feature=youtu.behttps://upflip.com/podcasthttps://www.upflip.com/membership https://practicephd.com/https://open.spotify.com/show/7HJADE1rsh26RC79kUnewRConnect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

How do you start a business when money is tight? Where do you find motivation when the odds are stacked against you? These are the questions asked by anyone who is beginning their entrepreneurial journey. Michael Tecku answers those questions today plus gives the inside scoop on starting and scaling a business from $0-$1M in under 12 months. In the last year, Michael has pivoted away from Amazon (where he was a top 1% seller) to launch a $1M Shopify business. He’s an ecommerce genius and he dives into strategies for starting a business and scaling it quickly. Even if you have no clue where to begin or what to sell. Resources: Podcast Episode 82: How to Make $22M/Year with EcommerceUpFlip Youtube Channel: Making $65k/Day from a Simple Idea…How?!Connect with Michael: Momentum ShakeThe Unofficial Shopify Podcast: https://unofficialshopifypodcast.com/Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

When it comes to your business, you can’t just cross your fingers and hope your marketing will work. To grow and scale, you need a powerhouse sales funnel that transforms leads into loyal customers. Today’s guest is an expert at boosting revenue, using a process that entrepreneurs easily overlook. She’s helped to increase her conversion rate by up to 800%. Alisha Conlin-Hurd, is an expert in the post-click experience. Since starting Persuasion Experience, she’s launched more than 500 sales funnels across 120 niches, and has built 3 marketing teams from scratch between her own business and her previous sales roles. In this episode, we’ll hear her insights into creating offers customers can’t refuse, how to generate high-quality traffic for a business site, and how she’s grown Persuasion Experience from a side hustle into a 7-figure agency. INCREDIBLE GIVEAWAY! The one lucky winner will be announced on March 18th! 🚀🎁 👉 CONTEST ENTER HERE - https://form.jotform.com/240436395464057 Resources: UpFlip Hub: https://www.upflip.com/learnEpisode 89: $180K/Month: How to Dominate Google with SEOPersuasion Experience: https://www.persuasionexperience.com/eCommerce MasterPlan Podcast: https://ecommercemasterplan.com/podcast/Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Mobile home parks can be a gold mine, as Pasha Esfandiary quickly discovered. He left his professional poker lifestyle and began purchasing parks across the country. Owning mobile home parks doesn’t sound glamorous, but it’s one of the most lucrative investment properties, with the lowest rate of mortgage delinquency in any real estate sector out there. For investors, this is a golden opportunity to purchase poorly managed properties and to turn them around. Bettering the community and your portfolio all at the same time. Pasha’s company, Evoke Capital currently manages over 1800 units and brings in $5-6M/month. In this episode he shares his expert insights on what to look for in a mobile home park, what pitfalls to avoid, and how you can begin with very little upfront capital. Resources: 7 Steps to $100K/Monthhttps://www.upflip.com/blog/how-to-invest-in-real-estateHow He Built a $10M Real Estate Business (while working full time)https://www.upflip.com/podcastEvoke Capitalhttps://www.evokecapital.net/Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

They say if you can make it in NY, you can make it anywhere! Steve Griggs of Steve Griggs Design can attest to that fact. He’s a landscape architect who has worked all over the country, but primarily in NYC, tackling tough jobs no one else wants to do. Steve’s company is one of the greatest, grossing over $3.5 million a year. He’s a best selling author who has been featured on Forbes, Grant Cardone, Bravo, and the Wall Street Journal and he’s here to give us the dirt on how to start a landscape business with almost no money. In his words, he doesn’t even own a shovel. INCREDIBLE GIVEAWAY! The one lucky winner will be announced on March 18th! 🚀🎁 👉 CONTEST ENTER HERE - https://form.jotform.com/240436395464057 Resources: UpFlip Business HUB:Starting a Business Made EasyEpisode 5: How A 20 Year Old Earns $17,000/Month With A Lawn Care BusinessThe Unofficial Shopify Podcast: https://unofficialshopifypodcast.com/Steve Griggs Design: https://stevegriggsdesign.com/Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Social media can make a significant impact when you start, grow, and scale your business. Big or small, all businesses can harness the power of social media. And if there’s one thing that our guest today does exceptionally well, it’s generating organic views. Logan Forsyth has generated over 2.5 billion ORGANIC views, attracting over 18 million new followers for his clients. But you don’t have to hire a marketing agency to get results for your business. Logan gives his insights into how Media Scaling is able to take their clients to the next level, and it’s something you could implement this week to see major results. Logan shares the content that is most consistently going viral and how you can tap into it, without creating content of your own. If you’d like to learn more about starting a business in a specific niche, or learn how to scale the business you already have, don’t miss out on our INCREDIBLE GIVEAWAY! We're giving away free lifetime access to our membership site that will feature courses on how to start and grow a business. This includes specific business niches like, vending machines, cleaning companies, pressure washing, etc. Additionally, you'll have access to other resources and courses for marketing techniques including Google ads, and a member portal where you'll have direct access to entrepreneurs who have succeeded. The one lucky winner will be announced on March 18th! 🚀🎁 👉 ENTER CONTEST HERE - https://form.jotform.com/240436395464057 Resources: Logan’s website:go.mediascaling.com/secretsEpisode 104. How This 18 Year-Old Makes Viral Content and Generates $20K/MonthStart and Grow a Business in 2024:How to Start a Business: The Ultimate Guide (2024)Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Andrew Gomez was still a teenager when he bought his first 2 trucks to start AJG Transport. Nine years later, they’ve become the go-to delivery provider for Fortune 500 companies, bringing in a 7-figure monthly revenue from the dozens of trucks in their fleet. In this episode we uncover how Andrew (now 26) started his trucking company and landed top-tier contracts, like Amazon, that drove his impressive growth. We also dig into how he finds the right team members and what his tips are for someone new coming into the industry. Resources Podcast Episode 28: 19 Year Old Starts a $75K/Month Trucking Business Blog Post:How to Start a Trucking Business and Earn $100K/Month (2024)Andrew’s YouTube interview with UpFlip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAV5je0k5GAConnect with Andrew: https://www.instagram.com/Andrew_JGomez/eCommerce MasterPlan Podcast: https://ecommercemasterplan.com/podcast/Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Jamie Inlow used a $2,000 loan to turn a neighbor's unused apartment into an Airbnb rental. Today, her short-term rental company, Be Still Getaways, manages more than 100 properties--and she built it while still working her full-time job. On today's episode, we'll learn how Jamie started her property design and management side-hustle and grew it into a 7-figure business that's attracting national media attention from outlets like CNBC's Make It series. We'll find out how Jamie juggled her job, family, and growing business, the steps she took to attract those crucial early guests to her property, and the advice she'd give to other property management professionals who are looking to start a business of their own. Be Still GetawaysThe Unofficial Shopify Podcast Take our podcast survey > https://forms.gle/SUB69y9EQ47Z22J18UpFlip courses -Episode 96:Connect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

AppSumo has become a go-to destination for business owners and entrepreneurs looking for great deals on tools for their business, growing to over 1.5 million subscribers and over $80 million in revenue in 2023. Founder Noah Kagan shares his strategies for fast business growth in this interview. AppSumo wasn’t Noah’s first startup. He’s launched more than 25 ventures, growing 8 of them to multi-million dollar revenue. Many of these ventures were started in a single weekend. Noah shares his advice to start a business quickly in his new book, Million Dollar Weekend, and he’ll talk through some of those strategies in this episode. Attracting the right kind of clients is crucial for a service and consulting business. We’ll learn how Noah built the AppSumo brand through channels including YouTube and email marketing. He’ll also share the lessons he learned from his businesses that failed, and his advice for entrepreneurs who want to start and grow a business in 2024. Take our podcast survey > https://forms.gle/SUB69y9EQ47Z22J18 Resources NoahKagan.comMillion Dollar WeekendProfitable Startup in 11 Weeks ($3.5M ARR)UpFlip coursesConnect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

What’s the secret to fast business growth? Moe Falah knows the answer. He started Simple Solar in 2020, scaled it to an 8-figure business in its first year, and more than doubled that revenue in 2021. In this episode, he shares his strategies to quickly grow a home services business to massive sales. While Moe’s success might seem to have come overnight, it wasn’t without its challenges. There are setbacks on anyone’s path to entrepreneurship, and Moe is no exception. He’ll share what problems he encountered and how he overcame them. Mentorship was a big key to his success. He’s worked with thought leaders such as Jordan Belfort and Grant Cardone, and in this episode he’ll pass along some of the pearls of wisdom he’s learned from these masters of business. Today, Moe helps create more opportunities in the solar space through his Scale Solar program. We’ll hear how he sets his students up to earn 6-figure incomes every month, along with how that advice translates to businesses in other niches. Take our podcast survey > https://forms.gle/SUB69y9EQ47Z22J18 Resources @FalahtheLeaderBuilt $2M/Year Pressure Washing Business (While Working 9-5)UpFlip CoursesConnect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Stone Ross has been helping dropshippers grow their businesses for more than 6 years, generating more than $3 million in sales for himself and his students. Lately he’s focusing his attention on TikTok dropshipping, and you’ll learn why in this episode. Stone Ross got his start making money online with cryptocurrency. He was among the first to promote bitcoin on social media in 2013 and taught a range of celebrity clients how to trade. He was also an early leader in Facebook Marketplace dropshipping, managing more than 160 stores for clients since he got his start in 2020. Now, Stone sees TikTok dropshipping as the best way to make money online, and is teaching others how to take advantage of this opportunity through his TikTok Dropshipping course. In this interview, we’ll hear about that and his other tech ventures, along with his tips for other online entrepreneurs who want to take advantage of this profitable opportunity. Take our podcast survey > https://forms.gle/SUB69y9EQ47Z22J18 Resources TikTokDropshipping.comHow to Start a $750K/Month eCommerce BusinessHow a 19-Year-Old Generated $1M in Just 11 MonthsConnect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!

Spencer Haws started Niche Pursuits in 2011 as a blog to share his strategies for building niche websites. He’s built it into a thriving online business with multiple revenue streams that bring in over 6 figures every month. You’ll get his advice on how to start an online business with big growth potential in this interview. A big key to Spencer’s success has been his ability to create software, plugins, and other tech ventures that solve his audience’s problems. He’ll explain his strategies for identifying and satisfying his customers’ needs, and how other entrepreneurs can turn that knowledge into a lucrative business venture. Spencer used a variety of strategies to monetize his blog and turn Niche Pursuits into a profitable business. From affiliate marketing to creating and selling products, there are a variety of ways to make money with an online venture. In this episode, you’ll hear the ones that worked for him, the challenges he had to overcome to build Niche Pursuits, and his advice for aspiring online entrepreneurs who want to follow in his footsteps. Resources NichePursuits.comNiche Pursuits podcastUpFlip NewsletterUpFlip HUBHow I Make $19M/Year with Affiliate MarketingConnect with UpFlip: FacebookInstagram@UpFlipOfficial For more insights to start, build, or grow a business, check out the resources on UpFlip.com or head to the UpFlip YouTube channel to see more interviews with business owners and experts. Thanks for listening!