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Travis Makes Money

You can’t save your way to your dream life anymore. The truth is, you’re gonna need to learn to make more money. The Travis Makes Money Podcast is not your typical personal finance show. Rather than shaming you for buying a Starbucks coffee or pressuring you to become a billionaire, we focus on empowering you to make more money so you can enjoy life today while preparing for your future. You don’t have to cut back so much that you miss out on the present, and you don’t need to become the next Jeff Bezos either. Hosted by veteran podcaster Travis Chappell, each daily episode features interviews with regular people just like you – yes, you – who have learned how to make more money in unique and unconventional ways. From turning side hustles into an extra six figures to building massive business empires, these conversations dive into the mindset shifts, hard-earned lessons, and simple strategies that helped these individuals succeed. With over 1,000 podcast episodes under his belt, Travis has developed a unique ability to pull out inspiring stories and practical advice you can apply to your own financial journey that you just won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re looking for strategies on side hustles, skill building, investing, building generational wealth, or just motivation to take your next steps, this podcast is your resource. Tune in daily for insights, actionable tips, and inspiration from some of the most successful and interesting money-makers on the planet.

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570: Travis Chambers | $600M in Revenue with Facebook Ads Mar 29, 2021

Show notes

An average ad-buyer with elite content can beat an elite ad-buyer with average content all day long. But today we have elite ad-buyer and elite content creator Travis Chambers, the Founder of Chamber.Media, the industry leader in data-crafted video ads with over 4,000 productions/mo, $80M in managed spend, and $600M in tracked revenue!

Travis is a genius at crafting ad content for every size of company. He’s a Forbes 30 Under 30 lister and keynote speaker at events like Google Growth Summit and VidCon, while also being featured in Inc, Entrepreneur, AdWeek, HuffPo, and others.

Let’s dive right into today’s episode and learn more from Travis about how he was able to drive $600 in Revenue with Facebook Ads.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 07:51] Opening Segment

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I introduce today’s guests Travis Chamber
Founder of Chamber.media
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Travis talks about some of his stand-out ads
Travis gives some background into his life
Early days with the VHS recorders
Told his parents he wanted to own a marketing agency
Sales and Marketing dad
Combining creativity with business

[07:52 - 18:57] Seeing the Power of Social Media Marketing

Travis talks about his career experience
Started out wanting to climb the corporate ladder
Doing entrepreneurial stuff without realizing it
Seeing the power of social media marketing
The explosion of YouTubers
Going big - biggest Influencer Activation of all time
Travis on starting his own agency
Getting the winning pitch without getting recognition
Getting an offer from 20th Century Fox - bad experience
Deciding to set out on his own during big life events
Navigating the market
Knowing what kind of money is out there
Creating a viral campaign on a budget
The early sacrifices

[18:58 - 25:11] $600M in Revenue with Facebook Ads

Making ads that work
Creative and rising ad cost
The untapped Facebook marketing at the time
Bringing companies to scale
The competition and ad costs
The social media edge
A word from our sponsor

[25:12 - 33:48] The 7 Foundational Ads

How to use what you have
The 7 foundational ads
Ad taxonomy
Spokesperson video
Product Demo
Social Proof
Closer ads
Case Study
Lifestyle ads
Unboxing
Make variations of the type
Perform a gap analysis
The power of creative
Success through testing
Making ads for Chamber.media

[33:49 - 43:42] Closing Segment

Stand out relationships that helped you?
Travis talks about the people that helped him along the way
Who you know or What you know?
There is very little original thought
You can’t inspire yourself on your own
Building on someone else
The example of Pablo Picasso
ThE RaNdOm RoUnd
How to engage with Travis
Links below
Final words

Tweetable Quotes:

“It’s feast or famine… When you’re going for those big deals, you pretty much have to accept that you’re gonna lose on 90% of them.” - Travis Chambers

“An average ad-buyer with elite content, can beat an elite ad-buyer with average content all day long.” - Travis Chambers

“It’s all about data… Facebook’s got the richest data in all of mankind.” - Travis Chambers

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Travis on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Be sure to visit https://www.chamber.media/ and learn more about social ads that will grow your brand.

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If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.

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569: BYN Breakdown | What to Invest in When Starting a Podcast Mar 26, 2021

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Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.

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568: MASHUP: Making Money Matter (ft. Jairek Robbins, Matt Manero, and Cole Hatter) Mar 24, 2021

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Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.

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If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.

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567: Steve Olsher | Founding Liquor.com and Podcast Magazine Mar 23, 2021

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Today we’re going to deep dive into what it takes to be an entrepreneur and build a sustainable and scalable business. As you may have guessed from the title, Steve Olsher is the Founder/Editor-In-Chief of Podcast Magazine, NY Times bestselling author, and original Founder of Liquor.com.

As a 30+ year entrepreneur, he is also a keynote speaker, NY Times Best Selling Author, and Creator of The New Media Summit. Steve is known as the world’s foremost reinvention expert famous for helping individuals and corporations become exceptionally clear on their WHAT – As in, the ONE thing they were created to do.

Let’s dive right in and learn what it looked like founding liquor.com and Podcast Magazine from Steve’s point of view.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 06:11] Opening Segment

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I introduce today’s guests Steve Olsher
Founder of liquor.com and podcast magazine
Online pioneer, What is Your What?, keynote speaker
Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking
Steve gives some background into his life
Snapshot of 13 years old
Grew up just outside Chicago
Entrepreneurial from the get-go
Always around business conversations
Family background

[06:12 - 14:37] Lessons Learned as an Entrepreneur

Following the path of the entrepreneur
People are wired differently
Making good
The desire to create your own destiny
Influences growing up
Surrounded by black culture
Becoming a DJ
Opening up his own club
Lessons learned in the business
Cash based business is good
Let things go
Why so many people give up so early
The problem with ego
Not letting things go and change

[14:38 - 23:51] Founding Liquor.com and Podcast Magazine

The story around founding liquor.com
Liquor by wire
Going electronic in the ’90s
Buying the domain
Exponential growth
Selling of the company
Getting the company back
A word from our sponsor

[23:52 - 33:30] Founding Podcast Magazine

The story around Podcast Magazine
Reinvention radio
The reach of podcasting
Teaching about podcasting
Becoming the hub of the conversation
Creating something for fans of podcasts
Getting into the bigger picture - Ear Control Pillars
Ear Control Pillars
The media pillar
Your network
Live Events
Technology

[33:31 - 40:00] Closing Segment

Stand out relationships that helped you?
No one can build anything on their own
Who you know or What you know?
You don’t solve for what but for how
To solve How, you need to find the who
ThE RaNdOm RoUnd
How to engage with Steve
Links below
Final words

Tweetable Quotes:

“As an entrepreneur, you have to make good decisions, to make something sustainable and scalable.” - Steve Olsher

“I love the fact that podcasting gives literally everyone the opportunity to extensively have their own broadcast channel where they can reach really anyone, really anywhere, at pretty much any time.” - Steve Olsher

“I had to try to figure out, how do I become the hub of the wheel for this industry? How do I put myself in the conversation of podcasting without even being in the room to have those

conversations.” - Steve Olsher

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Steve on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Go and check out https://steveolsher.com/ and learn more.

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.

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If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.

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566: Levi Lusko | Why You Shouldn't Avoid Struggle Mar 22, 2021

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Whether you know it or not, you have skills and abilities that lend themselves towards your calling in life, and the struggles you go through to get there are what will get you ready for it.

Here to talk about that today is Levi Lusko, Pastor and pioneer of Fresh Life Church, which has now grown to have multiple locations including Montana, Utah, Oregon, and Wyoming. Levi is a world-class communicator and leader, and through online streaming, the ministry reaches around the world. Levi is also the author of the bestselling books Through the Eyes of a Lion, Swipe Right and most recently I Declare War.

I’m looking forward to Levi’s insights today as we dive into why you shouldn't avoid struggle and instead lean into it and let it build you up.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 05:36] Opening Segment

Sponsored ad
I introduce today’s guests Levi Lusko
Pastor of Fresh Life Church
Author of I Declare
Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking
Levi gives some background into his life
Moving around as a kid
The fire of calling
The passion to speak

[05:37 - 18:44] Why You Shouldn’t Avoid Struggle

Levi shares around finding your calling
Find what makes you angry
What do you enjoy doing
What do people ask your help with
Your definition of creativity
Creativity and genius
The parallel of God as a creator
Levi talks about walking into his calling
Starting in Bible College
Ministry is caught more than it’s taught
Finding mentorship
Not looking for glamor
Putting in the work in the small things
Develop your gift and character
Don’t despise small beginnings
Levi’s early days
The importance of education
Adhering to your learning style
A word from our sponsor

[18:45 - 28:06] Following a Calling

Levi talks about becoming a lead pastor
Not a stepping stone to bigger things
The best way to make a difference
Getting put on the platform
The desire to build something
The analogy of a butterfly fighting out of a cocoon
The current state of Levi’s church
Current locations and future locations
Online streaming
Levi’s most recent book
How to get out of your own way
Links below

[28:07 - 33:59] Closing Segment

Who you know or What you know?
Two is better than one
Compounding strength and experience
ThE RaNdOm RoUnd
How to engage with Levi
Links below
Final words

Tweetable Quotes:

“If you find a calling… there’s gonna challenges, there’s gonna be hard days, there’s gonna be setbacks where you fall flat on your butt.” - Levi Lusko

“It’s like that classic Michael Jordan quote, ‘It’s what’s done in empty gyms, that fills up stadiums one day…’ Don’t despise the day of small beginnings.” - Levi Lusko

“If you’re just handed everything one day, it’ll destroy you if you don’t have the weight of character and integrity you built up over time to support that kind of intensity.” - Levi Lusko

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Levi on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Go and check out https://levilusko.com/ and learn more about owning your struggle.

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If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.

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565: BYN Breakdown | How to Create a Compelling Offer Mar 19, 2021

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Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.

Jump on over to travischapell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!

If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.

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564: MASHUP | How to Conquer Fear ft. Ed Mylett, Lori Harder, and Nik Wallenda Mar 17, 2021

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Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.

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If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.

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563: Kira Hug | Copywriting For Jasmine Star, James Wedmore, and More Mar 16, 2021

Show notes

Copywriting has to be one of the most important factors in the success of the launch of a business. Today, I have one of the best in the business, Kira Hug. Kira helps small business owners and SaaS companies sell their ideas, products, services, and programs through copy that creates meaningful conversation. She’s unique in her approach because she allows business owners to ‘own their weird,’ and be fully true to themselves. She is also the co-host of the Copywriter Club Podcast.

I can’t wait to hear more from Kira’s story and learn more about winning copywriting that successfully launched for names like Jasmine Star and James Wedmore.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 06:40] Opening Segment

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I introduce today’s guest Kira Hug
Host of Copywriter Club Podcast
Copywriter for many big-name, successful launches
Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking
Kira gives us some background
Moving to Virginia during the awkward phase
Daughter of a pilot
Always into community building and connection
Into art and creativity as a kid
Following the artist’s path

[06:41 - 16:52] Relationships Paving the Path to Success

Kira talks about her college experience
Going to Virginia Tech for art
Starting in Graphic Design
Hanging out with a wide group of friends
Taking the different experiences into business
Relationships that led to a new path
Moving to NY from zero
From Enterprise Rent-A-Car to Este Lauder
Turned off to the corporate world
Going into the nonprofit world
The insights to prioritize learning and growth over a paycheck
Disillusionment with corporate jobs
Keeping the curiosity going till something sticks
The entrepreneurial itch
A word from our sponsor

[16:53 - 25:53] Copywriting for Jasmine Star, and James Wedmore

Kira talks about how she got started into copywriting
Working at a startup
Hired to write copy for friends at first
Encouraged by friends to keep doing copy
Kira’s ascension in the copy world
Finding good clients fast by investing in her brand
Invited to teach at a Mastermind retreat
Getting into the right room and saying yes
The progression to today
Going into partnership
Hosing a podcast together
Creating a community for copywriters

[25:54 - 35:30] Closing Segment

Who you know or What you know?
People are always first
You have to bring something to the table
Success comes from connecting and community
Unlikely relationship that became a path to success
Getting onto podcasts and networking
Example from Mike Kim
ThE RaNdOm RoUnd
How to engage with Kira
Links below
Final words

Tweetable Quotes:

“I knew that I wasn’t ready to become an entrepreneur, but I knew that that was finally the direction that I saw myself moving…” - Kira Hug

“I think the power of networking and being in the right room; if you can get in that right room with the right clients, it can be such a true game changer.” - Kira Hug

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Kira on Instagram and Twitter. Definitely go and check out https://kirahug.com/ to learn even more.

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.

Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!

If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.

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562: Emma Rose Cohen | Making Sexy Straws and Forks Mar 15, 2021

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We’ve all heard of the impact that plastic has on the environment, and while most of us are concerned, few jump into action. Emma Rose Cohen is one such person who spends 98% of my time obsessing over single-use plastic waste and trying to figure out how to eliminate it from our daily lives.

Emma is the CEO and Founder of the Final Straw, where her passion for sustainability met radical action by creating innovative and fun alternatives to single-use plastics. She launched Final’s first product, FinalStraw, on Kickstarter with a goal of raising $12,500. In a matter of weeks, the campaign raised $1.89 million and later went on to be featured on ABC’s Shark Tank.

Let’s get right into Emma’s story and learn how making sexy straws and forks led her to world-renowned success while fueling her purpose with passion.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 05:59] Opening Segment

Sponsored ad
I introduce today’s guests Emma Rose Cohen
Final Straw
Master from Harvard in sustainability
Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking
Emma gives us some background
High energy as a child
Entrepreneurial from a young age
School life
From partier to pragmatic

[06:00 - 17:23] Instant Kickstarter Success

Emma shares about her time at Harvard
Mentorship that led there
The applicability of a Masters program
Growing passion for sustainability
Humans are the only creatures that create unnatural waste
Figuring out what to do next
Miserable at the lab
Skiing as a passion
Timing, luck, and hard work
Emma talks about the tactics around building the business
Starting on Kickstarter
Test marketing with people first
Building a pre-campaign strategy
Early prototypes
Working with friends to create a product
The instant success
The experience
The moment people say yes
A word from our sponsor

[17:24 - 23:02] Making Sexy Straw and Forks

Emma shares the growth since finding success
Grateful for every sale, but not motivated by money
Doing something innovative
New products
Biggie Straw
Literally, suck anything!
Sustainability can be a fun thing
Agents of change
Releasing the sexy fork and spork
Moving beyond the straw
Small steps towards a huge win
The various experiences that go into it

[23:03 - 29:07] Closing Segment

Who you know or What you know?
Not mutually exclusive
It’s impossible to be successful in business without connections
You can learn more from others
ThE RaNdOm RoUnd
How to engage with Emma
Links below
Final words

Tweetable Quotes:

“Humans are the only creatures in the world that create waste, and I think really, it’s just fundamentally a design flaw in both the systems and the products we’re creating.” - Emma Rose Cohen

“To have an idea and be excited about it is one thing, but to have the world say YES… it’s like the most beautiful feeling.” - Emma Rose Cohen

“Sustainability can be a sexy, fun, sparkly party - and that’s gonna bring a lot more eyeballs than the kind of traditional ‘Sarah McLachlan Peta’ vibe.” - Emma Rose Cohen

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Emma on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Be sure to visit https://final.co/ to learn even more.

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.

Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!

If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.

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561: Freestyle Friday | Become a River Tour Guide Mar 11, 2021

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Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.

Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!

If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.

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