The Eric Mueller Show

Welcome to the final chapter of The Pulse of the Midwest mini-series on The Eric Mueller Show.

Episode 100 is a full-circle moment for me. To close out the series, I’m sitting down with my lifelong inspiration, role model, and the man who helped shape my values and definition of success. My Dad, Jeff Mueller.

This conversation isn’t about titles or accolades. It’s about character, consistency, and showing up the right way over a lifetime. We talk about the lessons learned through hard work, integrity, resilience, and family, and how those values guided his decisions through both wins and challenges.

As the final installment of The Pulse of the Midwest, this episode represents the foundation behind the series. The steady work ethic, grounded perspective, and quiet strength that define the Midwest and the people who come from it.

This is a conversation about legacy, long-term thinking, and investing in what truly matters. Episode 100 is more than a milestone. It’s a reminder of where it all starts.

“Enjoy the ride because you never know when the ride ends.” - Jeff Mueller

Highlights of the episode:

• Why experiences and shared memories create the greatest long-term equity
• The danger of living too far in the future and the importance of staying present today
• Practical ways to reduce anxiety by compartmentalizing what you can and can’t control
• A simple but powerful life analogy using baking a cake that you won’t want to miss
• Why happiness is a choice and how perspective plays a role in fulfillment

It’s been a minute — but The Eric Mueller Show is officially back.

In this short update, Eric shares what’s been happening behind the scenes these past few months — from traveling to Ireland to watch the Vikings in the NFL Dublin game, to DJing events as EMU, celebrating two friends’ weddings (including one as a groomsman), partying in Vegas with The Power Trip Morning Show of KFAN, building a brand-new beat laboratory, and gearing up for the next chapter.

He also teases a major milestone: Episode 100, featuring a very special guest — his Dad.

Welcome back to The Pulse of the Midwest—a mini-series on The Eric Mueller Show spotlighting elite creators and changemakers rising straight out of the heartland.

In Episode 2, we sit down with powerhouse fitness and nutrition expert Vusa Bentley, whose mission blends physical endurance with purpose-driven action.

From Navy SEAL-inspired workouts to raising money across all 50 states, Vusa is redefining what it means to push limits from the inside out. Her “United We Plank” tour isn’t just about holding a world-record plank. It’s about creating space for growth, community, and personal transformation.

Certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine, Vusa combines deep emotional resilience work with a mind-body-soul approach through her FitNut program. Whether she’s speaking to organizations, training clients, or raising two incredible boys, Vusa leads with strength, presence, and purpose.

This is a conversation about finding your “why,” honoring your body, and living with fierce intentionality. Tap in, because the Midwest is showing up strong, and this story will move you.

“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.” - Vusa Bentley

Highlights of the episode:

● Training mental and emotional endurance—not just physical

● The deeper mission behind Vusa’s United We Plank tour

● Her journey to “Nomad’s Land” during a plank session

● The role of loss, legacy, and love in building resilience

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Welcome to the first-ever installment of Pulse of the Midwest—a brand-new mini-series on The Eric Mueller Show spotlighting elite creators emerging from the heartland.

We’re kicking it off with a powerhouse: Pelly—a genre-bending rapper whose story proves that even the quietest towns can create the loudest impact.

From small-town silence to viral explosion, Pelly's journey is one of perseverance, passion, and staying true to your why. His track “Goku,” inspired by his love for anime, simmered in the background for years—until TikTok launched it into the stratosphere with over 550,000 shares. Add in 15M+ streams, NBA/NFL placements, and collabs with Twista and T.I., and you’ve got a story you don’t want to miss.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How Pelly found his voice through anime, rap legends, and Midwest roots

• What it really takes to break through when there’s no scene around you

• The moment “Goku” exploded—and how it reshaped his future

• Why the next level isn’t always upward—it’s inward

• Discovering your why and freeing yourself from creative limits

• The evolving music and creator culture in the Midwest

• Do you really need to move to a “music Mecca” to make it as an artist

We get real about ego, purpose, and the pressure to relocate for success. Pelly drops gems on staying grounded while building global momentum—and how Redemption, Game Time, and Winner’s Win aren’t just tracks, but a mindset.

Catch the Pulse—because the Midwest is rising.

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Serena Baleja is part strategist, part connector, and all about the human touch in a world of automation.

With 8+ years of experience leading influencer campaigns for luxury travel and billion-dollar consumer tech brands, she knows what works—and what’s just noise. Now, as the founder of Socialite CRM, she’s on a mission to bring powerful, ROI-focused influencer tools to the small biz world...without the bloated price tag.

Highlights of the episode:

• How to find creators who actually convert
• What a social media self-audit looks like (and why it matters)
• Why automation should never replace authentic relationships

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In this special re-release, I want to honor the memory of Bob Kierlin by sharing the very first interview on The Eric Mueller Show—it was also his first time on a podcast. Bob’s wisdom, humility, and generosity left a lasting impact on me, and I hope his words continue to inspire you as well. Thank you, Bob, for your kindness and leadership. I’ll always cherish this conversation. Rest in peace.

“Success is the ability to bring out the potential in other people.” – Bob Kierlin

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Are you ready to break down the barriers to entrepreneurship? In this episode, we sit down with Claudia Scott, Head of Underserved Entrepreneurship at Startup Junkie, to explore how anyone—regardless of background—can turn their business dreams into reality.

Claudia brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, from helping entrepreneurs secure Kiva microloans to providing no-cost consulting services for startups. She shares her journey of empowering underserved communities, navigating cultural differences, and staying grounded in her passions.

Claudia’s story will inspire you to embrace your entrepreneurial spirit and believe anyone can start a business.

Highlights of the episode:

• What is a Kiva microloan, and how can it help aspiring entrepreneurs?

• Overcoming language barriers and bridging cultural gaps in business.

• Understanding your passions and working within your limitations.

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Are you ready to cut through the noise and create a brand that truly stands out? This week, I’m joined by Pia Silva, a powerhouse entrepreneur, speaker, and author dedicated to helping small branding agencies scale their businesses while working less.

As the founder of No BS Agency Mastery, Pia has coached countless entrepreneurs to build profitable, efficient businesses. She’s the author of the bestselling book Badass Your Brand, a TED speaker, and the driving force behind Worstofall Design, a branding agency known for crafting “Badass Brands without the BS.”

Pia’s journey is packed with insights on turning expertise into profit and building authentic confidence in business. Whether you’re a branding professional or an entrepreneur ready to take your business to the next level, this episode is for you.

Highlights of the episode:

• The 50-25-25 Rule to Profit & Freedom

• How to niche down based on data, not guesswork

• Why scarcity mindset limits generosity and growth

• Strategies to grow your brand without the BS

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What does success mean to you? For author, personal development expert, and motivational speaker Kayla Logue, it’s about you defining success on your own terms. In this episode of The Eric Mueller Show, Kayla shares her powerful journey from the real estate industry to founding her non-profit, Move Into Words, where she advocates for self-discovery, growth, and confidence through the transformative power of journaling and sustainable health habits.

Kayla’s new book, Always Squeezing Lemons, is a guide to turning life’s challenges into opportunities. Through "lemon drops" and reflective journal prompts, she empowers readers to break free from societal expectations and discover what success truly means for them.

Tune in as Kayla opens up about her journey, shares the key habits in her Success Portfolio, and reveals how you can start living life on your own terms. Whether you’re looking for a fresh perspective on personal development or need that motivational spark, this episode is packed with inspiration, wisdom, and practical tips you don’t want to miss.

Discover how to squeeze the most out of life’s lemons!

Highlights of the episode:

• “Your mental narrative is your greatest asset or your Achilles’ heel”

• The more you help people, the more success comes with it

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Are you ready to bust some crypto myths? I’m joined by Dr. Tonya M. Evans, a powerhouse in blockchain, intellectual property, and cutting-edge tech. Dr. Evans isn’t just any expert—she’s a professor at Penn State Dickinson Law, a 2023 EDGE in Tech Athena Award winner, and a sought-after consultant who’s testified before Congress on crypto regulation. We’re diving deep into the uncharted waters of Web3, breaking down the legal and regulatory hurdles that entrepreneurs face, and uncovering the truth about digital assets.

If you’re curious about what it takes to navigate the crypto world and want insights from someone who’s at the forefront of innovation, you won’t want to miss this episode!

Highlights of the episode:

• 3 beginner tips for crypto investing
• Crypto wallets demystified: hot, warm, cold
• All markets have a life cycle; when something is up, something is down
• Insights on crypto regulatory issues for entrepreneurs

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Dive deep into the world of lead generation and business growth with Philip Smith, founder of All In One Marketing. Philip has achieved remarkable success, making the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies five times—as a solopreneur. He’s partnered with Shark Tank’s Kevin Harrington, revolutionizing how brands approach marketing.

In this episode, Philip shares invaluable insights on how to prepare for challenges without letting fear hold you back, the importance of owning your company's data, and why he believes “sales solves all problems.”

Tune in to hear the story behind his partnership with Kevin Harrington and gain practical tips for scaling your business the smart way.

Highlights of the episode:

• How Phil partnered with Kevin Harrington from Shark Tank

• Planning for what could go wrong without expecting failure

• “Sales solves all problems”

• “If you want to own a company, own the data that they need to grow”

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How can you not only survive but thrive through life's toughest challenges? What happens when you break free from subconscious barriers holding you back?

Dr. Lise Janelle is a renowned growth accelerator coach and the creator of the groundbreaking Heart Freedom Method. Her method facilitates rapid transformation by dismantling the hidden blocks that prevent success. With appearances on CBC News and CTV’s Canada AM, Dr. Janelle has helped countless individuals overcome inner resistance and unlock their full potential.

From her early days as a top-earning chiropractor to founding the Centre for Heart Living, Dr. Lise’s journey is marked by resilience and passion. As a former championship rower and pioneer in women’s Ice Canoeing, she embraces challenges like scaling Kilimanjaro and La Haute Route in Switzerland. Now, she’s channeling that same energy into guiding others toward their own success.

In this episode, you'll experience “The Heart Freedom Method” live, witness how challenges can make you stronger, and learn what it takes to truly thrive in the face of adversity. Whether you're navigating a difficult time or seeking to elevate your life, Dr. Lise’s insights will inspire you to reach your full potential.

Highlights of the episode:

1. Strategies for thriving through adversity
2. Growing stronger through every challenge
3. Experience the “Heart Freedom Method” LIVE on the show!

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How can collaboration drive innovation? What are the keys to successful partnerships?

Eli Packouz is a serial inventor and two-time founder. In 2017, he partnered with a dental scientist and an engineer to create Instafloss, the first device that automatically flosses all your teeth in just 10 seconds. After five years of research and development, Instafloss is ready to change the world, one tooth at a time.

Eli started his first company, Singular Sound, with his brother David Packouz in 2013; they have since launched eight blockbuster products together. Eli's journey is a testament to the power of collaboration and perseverance.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or curious about the invention process, this episode will inspire and motivate you to find the “right partners” for success.

Highlights of the episode:

• How do you find the “right” partners? Have they done it before? Do they WANT to?
• Should you go into business with family or friends?
• Generating ideas is easy, validating is the hard part (95% of the work)

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Are you ready to take your side hustle to the next level? Want to make it your full-time gig? Tune in to hear from Chris Knudsen. Discover how he got paid during a job interview, wrote the playbook for seven-figure consulting, and uncovered the shocking truth about happiness.

Highlights of the episode:

• A roadmap to leave your job

• Overcoming fear, uncertainty, and doubt

• Embracing mistakes and learning from them

• Recognizing the inflection point where a side hustle becomes self-employment

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How do entrepreneurs make successful decisions? Imagine having a guidebook that helps you navigate these decisions with confidence. Aaron Marcum has founded and scaled several multi-million-dollar businesses, but by 2015, he was burned out and struggling to find sustainable happiness. From that point on, he has blended his entrepreneurial expertise with a background in positive psychology to develop The Entrepreneur’s Eight Laws. This guide aims to eliminate unhealthy stress, help you flourish personally, and create “The Good Life.”

Highlights of the episode:

• Are you the same person in public as you are in private?

• The importance of practice, practice, practice.

• Eight laws to guide your journey as an entrepreneur.

• What is YOUR version of the “Good Life”?

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What does it take to build a business that earns $10 million or more? Luis Scott, founder of 8 Figure Firm, joins the show to share his proven formula for success. You’ll learn how overcoming hardships can lead to significant growth and how to accelerate any business venture to achieve 8-figure revenue.

Highlights of the episode:

• The formula for success: Motion + Intensity = Velocity

• Why you should always write a business plan

• Developing the “Whatever It Takes” mentality

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Do you need a large net worth to invest in a franchise? What about prior business experience? For over 20 years, Kim Daly has been helping people control their time and financial future by investing in the right franchise. As one of America’s top franchise consultants, Kim will match your background, interests, skills, finances, and goals to the best franchise opportunities available today. Learn why franchising is more than just food and retail, why you don’t need any prior business experience, and what you are really buying when you invest in a franchise.

Highlights of the episode:

• Finding the franchise that is the best fit for YOU

• When you invest in a franchise, you are buying the relationship

• No business experience is needed to invest in franchising

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The of story James Arthur Ray and Bersabeh Ray is flushed with elements of redemption and perseverance, self-discovery, and resilience. In 2009, James lost everything after a tragic accident and became homeless with $20 million in debt. This is the business of redemption and how to come back from rock bottom.

Highlights of the episode:

• What to do when you hit rock bottom

• Redemption is to gain or regain by paying the price

• Progress equals fulfillment

• Success will take twice as long as you think and cost twice as much

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Can you achieve greatness without being a high performer? Meet Wylie McGraw, a former star pitcher, bull rider, and combat veteran. Through his intense experiences, Wylie discovered his innate ability to reveal blind spots, obliterate stress, and fully unleash the untapped potential of high achievers. Through his work with CEOs, entrepreneurs, and leaders, Wylie empowers individuals to un-f*ck their lives by accelerating both personal and professional performance.

Highlights of the episode:

• Embrace fear to accelerate growth

• How to un-f*ck your life

• Face your demons head on to defeat them

• You uncover your deepest potential through moments of personal growth adversity

• Immerse yourself in discomfort just a little longer each time

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What does it take to outshine a billion-dollar giant on Google's search rankings? Where in the world should you start with building SEO for your brand? Damon Burton, a devoted husband and father of three, found himself at a crossroads over a decade ago. Armed with sheer determination, he took on a billion-dollar company and emerged victorious by outranking their website on Google. That pivotal moment ignited a fire within him, propelling him to establish an international search engine marketing empire. Along the way, Damon's company has partnered with Inc. 5000 and Shark Tank featured businesses, solidifying its reputation as a powerhouse in the industry. Want to take your brand to the next level? Let’s dive into SEO and more with Damon!

Highlights of the episode:

• SEO Essentials: Structure, content, credibility.

• DIY SEO Kickstart: Start with minimalistic design & effective value proposition.

• Paid ads or organic leads to drive more traffic?

• Any guarantee in marketing is a red flag.

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Cancel culture has become a pervasive force in our society, wreaking havoc in mere moments. One ill-advised social media post or a misunderstanding can obliterate reputations, relationships, and careers. Today, I'm thrilled to welcome Evan Nierman, the author of The Cancel Culture Curse and the founder of Red Banyan, a global crisis management and PR firm, to discuss this fundamentally un-American issue.

Highlights of the episode:

• Achieving a goal: Visualize it, reverse engineer it & hold yourself accountable

• How you can prevent being “canceled”

• Cancel culture would not exist without social media

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The cost of a college education continues to soar. How can parents put their kids through college without breaking the bank? Enter Brad Baldridge, a College Funding Specialist who has helped thousands of families plan and invest for college with smart and proven strategies to save time, money and stress. He will teach you how to find the right school, maximize financial aid and scholarships, avoid student loan debt, and make the college dream come true without wiping out your finances or retirement.

Highlights of the episode:

• Early-stage vs late-stage planning

• Financial discipline is the heart of saving for college

• How the cost of college is tied to family income levels

• Paying for college without earning a degree is the worst-case scenario

• “You don’t have to go to college to get an education” – Brad Baldridge

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Catie Harris is the Founder & CEO of NursePreneurs, a mentorship program that empowers thousands of nurses in business to monetize their knowledge and skills while inspiring them to change the way healthcare is perceived and delivered. She strives to undo the perception that nursing care is limited to the hospital setting.

Highlights of the episode:

• What makes nurses uniquely qualified to be entrepreneurs

• Mitigating burnout in healthcare professions

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Head in the clouds – feet on the ground. That describes Inesa Ponomariovaite. Talk with Inesa for 5 minutes and you are drawn in by her energy and kindness. Her goals are big – “whole world” big. As the founder and CEO of Nesa’s Hemp, she has revolutionized the cannabis industry by introducing the world's first CBDa hemp extract product; 1000x more potent than CBD. Her product is Living Hemp, which is a rare form of hemp delicately produced by using the whole plant and keeping it alive during the extraction process. The result is the purest hemp extract in the industry designed to replenish your endocannabinoid system and balance your body and mind.

Highlights of the episode:

• Be persistent and don’t give up no matter the hardships

• CBD vs CBDa

• The dark truth of many CBD products on the market

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Are ordinary financial plans failing Americans? After losing almost everything during the Great Recession, John Ensley became obsessed with finding safe, predictable ways to save and create wealth, protected from the chaos and corruption of the conventional financial system. Today, he helps clients implement the simple, proven systems he discovered while minimizing the wealth killing effects of the “Money Monsters.”

Highlights of the episode:

• The “Money Monsters” that hinder your financial growth

• How to become your own pension

• Why the ordinary financial system is corrupt

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If you are a young entrepreneur, this episode is a must listen! Meet Leslie Danford, the founder and CEO of Vitaminis. Armed with an impressive academic background from Harvard and the University of Chicago, Leslie has fused her personal interests with formal business training to create a valuable brand that is making a difference. You’ll only wish you heard Leslie’s top 5 tips for young entrepreneurs sooner.

Highlights of the episode:

• How a crisis can become the catalyst for your success

• Why starting small leads to big results over time

• If you think you know everything, you’re going to miss something

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Aditya Varanasi never dreamed of being an entrepreneur until he was faced with a choice: take a risk or sink back into Corporate America. Now, as the Founder and CEO of Awarity, Aditya is disrupting the advertising industry by making world-class marketing more affordable and sustainable for up-and-coming companies.

Highlights of the episode:

• 3 filters to apply to any decision

• Lessons learned from corporate America

• The biggest marketing mistake you could make

• How to best measure a marketing campaign’s success

Aditya’s Top 3 Marketing Tips:

• Simplicity

• Highlights value to customers

• Distinctive to your brand

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Kenny Rose is the founder of FranShares, the first platform enabling retail investors to invest in franchises. Kenny has worked with over 600 franchise brands in more than 100 industries and has been featured in various high-profile media outlets including Forbes, Entrepreneur, Business Insider, ABC, American Express, The Hustle, and MarketWatch; reaching an audience of over 300 million people. As an expert on franchise evaluation, Kenny will help you identify the best ways to deploy capital into franchise ownership to maximize return on investment and operations.

Highlights of the episode:

• “Accept that you don’t know most things and surround yourself with people that do.”

• Why you need to fractionally invest in franchises.

• Hire slow and build with the right people.

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Can obsession be helpful when pursuing success? How can you remain disciplined if your actions aren’t showing the expected results? Joining the show today is Matt Seefeld, the Executive Vice President at MedEvolve. Matt reveals the power of discipline, the wisdom of controlling actions rather than outcomes, and the role of obsession in achieving goals.

Highlights of the episode:

• We control actions, not outcomes in life.

• Successful people are obsessed with achieving their goals.

• The problem with healthcare’s revenue cycle.

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Water, often referred to as "liquid gold," is an indispensable resource for our planet's survival. Yet, the water industry has reached a critical breaking point. Today, I’m joined by Riggs Eckelberry, the founding CEO of OriginClear, to explore his innovative solutions that are helping businesses confront the challenges of rising water bills by tapping into new investment markets.

Riggs brings a wealth of experience, including decades spent refining his revolutionary approach, Mistake Based Marketing, which propelled him to multiple software exits during the dot-com boom. Today, he's redirecting his expertise and passion towards achieving much-needed change in the vast water industry, safeguarding the planet's most vital but threatened resource—water.

Join me as we dive deep into Riggs' journey and vision for a more sustainable future in a world where water is truly liquid gold.

Highlights of the episode:

• Disruption 101: Make waves in any sector

• Mistake Based Marketing vs failing with style

• How to invest in the water industry

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What if your entrepreneurial journey is influenced by invisible global forces? Ever heard of geopolitics? Emmanuel Daniel joins the show to unravel the intricate relationship between geopolitics and entrepreneurial opportunities, highlighting how global shifts can catalyze innovation. We also explore the future of finance, emphasizing the rise of personalized financial solutions and the challenges faced by central bank digital currencies. Fun fact: Emmanuel has traveled to over 100 countries.

Highlights of the episode:

• Impact of geopolitics on entrepreneurial opportunities

• The personalization of finance

• Central bank digital currencies are designed to fail

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The stock market is an emotional rollercoaster. Often times, the difference between making a profit or taking a loss comes down to your ability to make logical and fast decisions based on constantly changing data. How can we control our emotions and make smart decisions when high stakes are on the line?

Highlights of the episode:

• Think like a casino to gain a statistical edge trading

• The biggest mistake both experienced and novice traders make

• 2 questions to ask yourself before buying any stock

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What’s wrong with following your passion? A former champion powerlifter turned new media entrepreneur, Jeremy Slate joins the show to urge you to find your passion, don’t follow it! Jeremy will inspire you to ignite your passion by becoming an active creator of your own life rather than a passive observer with his new book, Unremarkable to Extraordinary.

Highlights of the episode:

• Why it’s a terrible idea to follow your passion

• The power of linear progression

• Commit to a goal for 6 months to 1 year

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Delve into the world of financial empowerment with Byron Wolfe, founder of CFO•AF. Byron's expertise lies in equipping entrepreneurs with game-changing financial strategies to fuel their business growth and achieve unparalleled financial success. He shares eye-opening insights on how to reduce financial anxiety, exposes the shortcomings of traditional budgeting approaches, and unapologetically declares that profit should take precedence over revenue. Get ready to dive into a no-holds-barred conversation that challenges traditional notions and unveils the real keys to financial freedom.

Highlights of the episode:

• Profit is everything, f*ck revenue

• Why budgeting SUCKS

• Reducing your anxiety about finances

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I’m welcoming back the first guest to share his Success Portfolio on The Eric Mueller Show. David Rosell initially appeared on episode 45 to share how failure is not an option regarding retirement, and he motivated us to do ordinary things extraordinarily well. Today, we’ll explore the novel idea of turning your unwanted life insurance policy into serious cash.

Highlights of the episode:

• 90% of life insurance policies never pay a death benefit

• How to know when to sell your life insurance policy

• Your life insurance policy is a capital asset

• Life settlement vs cash surrender values

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Larry Dorfman, Co-Founder of Roots, believes everyone should have the opportunity to invest in and build wealth through real estate…especially the residents paying rent. In this captivating episode, we explore the groundbreaking vision of Roots. Discover how their innovative approach transforms renters into owners and partners, aligning the incentives of investors and residents for mutual benefit.

Roots creates a unique investing ecosystem where commerce meets community. How are they turning renters into owners and partners? Their game-changing 'Live In It Like You Own It®' program allows residents to earn quarterly rebates by taking care of their properties and being good neighbors. Witness the real-life proof that commercial endeavors can have a positive community impact, as Roots residents have built over $200k of wealth through this program.

How is Roots reshaping the landscape of real estate investing? What impact does their approach have on financial success and community empowerment? Tune in to The Eric Mueller Show and add The Roots of Wealth to your Success Portfolio.

Highlights of the episode:

• Real estate as the ultimate wealth-building tool

• 69% of Americans have less than $1,000 cash in savings

• “Live In It Like You Own it” program

• Roots is commercially viable and community inspired

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Are you an entrepreneur looking to protect your valuable assets? Enter into the world of cybersecurity and technology with Patrick Hynds. As the CEO and Founder of DTS and Pulsar Security, Patrick brings a wealth of knowledge in Microsoft technologies, software development, network architecture, and enterprise security. With a career dedicated to helping businesses protect their valuable assets and leverage security as a strategic advantage, Patrick's insights are invaluable.

Highlights of the episode:

• Common security blind spots for entrepreneurs

• How longer passwords outsmart complexity

• The 15-minute edge to elevate your productivity and ignite personal growth

• Keys to securing your personal and business accounts

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Discover the insider secrets of successful stock and options trading with Jason Brown, founder of Power Trades University. Learn the principles that can help you profit from the stock market, even if you've had setbacks in the past. Explore the power of the 3-to-1 risk-reward ratio, the benefits of options trading, and common mistakes to avoid. Jason will guide you from a nervous beginner to a confident stock and options trader.

Highlights of the episode:

• “You never go broke taking a profit”

• The 3-to-1 risk-reward ratio

• Options help you “control” higher priced stocks without buying full shares

• The biggest mistake new traders make with options

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Experience a seismic shift in leadership and discover how to stay connected in a disconnected world. Connection drives results! Join Michelle Johnston, an award-winning business professor, as we navigate building cultures of connection, dismantling barriers to communication, and fostering authentic leadership.

Highlights of the episode:

• Are leaders born or made?

• What was Michelle’s seismic shift in leadership?

• How to deal with jerk bosses?

• Why to master the 3 levels of connection?

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Unlock the secrets to financial success with Curtis May, creator of Practical Wealth Advisors. Demystify the complexities of finance and harness the power of knowledge as your greatest financial asset. Join us as we take control of our financial future and embark on a journey to lasting prosperity. The more you know, the lower your risk, and the greater your chance of long-term success.

Highlights of the episode:

• Saving vs. investing

• How cashflow mapping leads to financial freedom

• The 5 principles of personal finance

• Creating money velocity

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Oliver Wood is the founder of Body Reset and one of the most sought-after experts for coaching busy professionals and business owners over 40. Olly has been working in the health and wellness industry for over a decade. He has helped thousands of clients understand what holds people back, what motivates them, and what creates true long-term change. After tens of thousands of coaching hours, he has constructed the R4 Method to help people upgrade their body, energy, and productivity.

Highlights of the episode:

• The R4 Method for Healthy Aging: Reset, Repair, Restore, Reinforce

• Be locked in on the goal but flexible on the approach

• If you could pick only one: physical or mental health

• Business is the best self-development tool

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Imagine having access to a personal AI designed to augment your biological memory. That's exactly what Suman Kanuganti, Founder & CEO of Personal.ai, is working to create. Suman is most known for founding Aira, where he scaled AI and AR technology to assist the blind and low-vision community. Today, as the CEO of Personal.ai, Suman is focused on empowering every individual to own their intelligence and be their own thought leader with an AI extension of their memory.

Highlights of the episode:

• What if you could access the personal AI of a family or friend who has passed?

• It has to be human-first

• AI-assisted messaging with personal accuracy scoring

• The core of Personal.ai is to elevate individuality

• Debunking the myth that AI will take over

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Dr. Eric Daimler is a leading authority in robotics and artificial intelligence with over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur, investor, technologist, and policymaker. Eric served under the Obama Administration as a Presidential Innovation Fellow for AI and Robotics in the Executive Office of President, as the sole authority driving the agenda for U.S. leadership in research, commercialization, and public adoption of AI & Robotics.

Highlights of the episode:

· AI: the tech marvel that senses, plans, acts, and learns.

· Will AI’s bias shape the way we think and act?

· Automation is used for undesirable jobs.

· Have we reached a point of no return with AI?

· No longer underhyped: AI is finally getting the attention it deserves.

· Collaborative AIs are knocking on the door of the future.

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Aurora Winter joins the show for the second time! Her last appearance was on episode 39 where she shared why every person needs a book of their own. If you haven’t listened to that one yet, I encourage you to do so. This time around, we’ll be diving into the 3 marketing mistakes that even smart people make and how to launch your business with a minimum viable product.

Highlights of the episode:

· The MVP of entrepreneurship: Minimum Viable Product

· An entrepreneur is like a hermit crab (metaphor)

· The word priority means one

· The 3 marketing mistakes almost everyone makes

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Simon Severino is the creator of the Strategy Sprints Method which helps entrepreneurs double their revenue in 90 days. Through working in weekly sprints that result in fast execution, Simon helps business owners get out of the weeds and accelerate their growth to an agile business.

Highlights of the episode:

· The 3 strategies and 3 habits to double revenue in 90 days

· Winning means you know more and move faster than competitors

· The Golden Ratio

· Maximizing your ROL (Return on Luck)

Quote of the episode:

· “I love the process more than the outcomes.” – Simon Severino

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Mark Podolsky AKA “The Land Geek” is widely considered to be the country’s most trusted and foremost authority on buying and selling raw, undeveloped land. He has actively invested in real estate and raw land for almost twenty years and has completed over 5,000 unique transactions in that time.

Highlights of the episode:

· Automating the process of buying real estate

· Investing in raw land vs rental properties

· 3 mistakes to avoid when buying land

· The problem with solo-economic dependency

· An entrepreneur must be comfortable with uncertainty

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Anthony Mongiello is the Co-Founder and CEO of the Bulls & Apes Project, a generative 3D NFT project that aims to transform the industry by setting a new standard for what NFT collectors should expect and demand.

Highlights of the episode:

· How the Bulls and Apes Project is changing NFTs

· Advice for launching your own NFT project

· “The only thing constant in the NFT space is change.”

· What will the future of NFTs bring to the world?

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This is the final episode of 2022 as we wrap up the 2nd full year of the podcast. I really can’t put in words how thankful I am for each person listening and supporting my show. To send out 2022 with a bang, I sat down to interview the CEO of Professional Hair Labs, Ryan Margolin.

Ryan set out on a journey to help create the world leading product in cosmetic bonding when his mother was poisoned by the harmful chemicals in the hair adhesive products commonly used in the industry. Inspired to keep the same thing from happening to anybody else, his family dove into the research and created their first hair care product free of harmful substances. Now, nearly 20 years later, Ryan is an international business leader and an entrepreneur who works in more than 15 different countries. There, he helps create sustainable services and products in industries full of subpar and even harmful options.

With the help of Ryan’s expertise in effectively taking concepts and formulating strategies for success in multiple different industries, as well as his flexibility, clarity, and dedication to putting people first, Professional Hair Labs has expanded its manufacturing tenfold. The company has also become one of the 500 fastest-growing companies in the US over the last 5 years and has sold more than $50 million in product globally.

Happy New Year! I hope 2023 brings so much success and happiness!

Highlights of the episode:

· If you learn to manage your focus, time becomes irrelevant

· When you start managing a “back burner” you’ve lost, let it go

· How to protect your brand’s intellectual property

· The top 3 countries to get trademarks for your products

· The pros and cons to manufacturing products in-house

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Did you know that most investors lose money trading? What if you had a method to trade stocks profitably using just 20-30 minutes a day?

Adrian Reid is the Founder of Enlightened Stock Trading, which focuses on educating and supporting traders on their journey to profitable systems trading. Adrian’s systematic trading workflow generates several hundred thousand dollars a year and only requires 30 minutes of his day to manage. He trades long and short across United States, Australian, and international stock markets, as well as the cryptocurrency markets, and his trading systems have consistently outperformed international share markets with dramatically reduced risk over the past 18 years.

Adrian teaches traders from all over the world how to get profitable, confident, and consistent by trading systematically and backtesting their own trading systems. He helps traders grow smooth returns by implementing a portfolio of trading systems to make money through different markets and market conditions.

Today’s episode will motivate you to become a more successful investor through systematic trading. Which attributes from Adrian would you consider adding to your Success Portfolio?

Highlights of the episode:

· The only control you have after buying a stock is when to exit

· When you encounter a new challenge, get curious not frustrated

· Focus on becoming a good trader, not solely on making money

· The trading system that works for you must fit your personality, objectives, and lifestyle

· The danger of following the advice of a “financial guru”

· The fast way vs. the slow way of paying for trading education

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