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#1022 What happens when you turn a viral YouTube video into a real-world business? In part 1 of this 2-part episode, Tim Yelvington shares how he transformed a simple idea into Can U Dig It RC, a one-of-a-kind remote-control construction experience that's attracting kids and adults alike. He breaks down how he tested the concept with a mobile trailer before opening a brick-and-mortar location, why community and customer experience have fueled the business's early success, and how AI-powered custom software helped streamline operations from day one!
What we discuss with Tim:
+ Turning a viral idea into a business
+ Starting with a mobile trailer
+ Kids vs. adult customers
+ Pricing strategy that works
+ Learning through live events
+ Building community over competition
+ Using AI to run the business
+ Creating custom business software
+ Managing repairs and operations
+ Starting small to reduce risk
Thank you, Tim!
Check out Can U Dig It RC at CanUDigItRC.com.
Start your own Can U Dig It RC.
Follow Tim on Facebook.
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04/08/2026 | 48 mins.#1021 Unlock the science behind your success with this fascinating deep-dive into how your brain drives every result you create! In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with behavioral neuroscience expert and bestselling author John Assaraf, who shares how understanding the brain’s “operating system” transformed his life from troubled teen to wildly successful entrepreneur. John breaks down the mechanics of mindset, emotional regulation, habits, and rewiring — revealing why entrepreneurs get stuck, how to break limiting patterns, and what it truly takes to build the identity, beliefs, and behaviors that align with your biggest goals. This is an eye-opening, empowering conversation every entrepreneur needs to hear!
(Original Air Date - 11/27/25)
What we discuss with John:
+ John’s troubled early years
+ Life-changing mentor encounter
+ Mindset vs. skills vs. habits
+ How the brain predicts danger
+ Emotional regulation fundamentals
+ Rewiring limiting beliefs
+ Building identity for success
+ Habit formation and repetition
+ Commitment vs. interest
+ Entrepreneurial growth frameworks
Thank you, John!
Check out John Assaraf at JohnAssaraf.com.
Check out Innercise at Innercise.com.
Get the free guide, The Power of Visualization.
Follow John on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
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03/08/2026 | 30 mins.#1020 He's cleaned trash bins for hundreds of customers and never spent a dollar on business cards — because he'd rather put that money toward getting more clients! In part 2 of this 2-part episode, Bryan Lopez of WashMaxxing returns to break down the business side of scaling a service company: why he ditched monthly subscriptions in favor of prepaid cleaning packages (and how that simple pricing shift boosted upfront cash flow), why he's deliberately avoided branded merch and QR codes until his client base grows, and why he chose a name flexible enough to expand beyond trash bins into pressure washing, window cleaning, and beyond. He also opens up about staying lean without employees, why he's not worried about competition, and his advice for anyone wanting to replicate his success in a different city or a completely different service niche — from lawn care to pet waste removal. Plus, he shares the sales psychology behind helping customers see the value in a service before ever mentioning price. Whether you're mowing lawns or cleaning trash bins, Bryan's playbook for turning a $150 investment into a 10K first month is one you don't want to miss!
What we discuss with Bryan:
+ Prepaid packages over monthly subscriptions
+ Why he skips business cards and branded merch
+ Choosing a scalable brand name (WashMaxxing vs. "Bin Bros")
+ Securing the .com domain immediately
+ Staying lean: no employees yet
+ 80% profit margins in trash bin cleaning
+ Future plans: pressure washing, windows, soft washing
+ Selling the problem before the solution
+ Advice for replicating the model in any niche
Thank you, Bryan!
Check out Part 1 of this episode.
Check out WashMaxxing at WashMaxxing.com.
Follow Bryan on Instagram, here and here.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
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03/08/2026 | 29 mins.#1019 A 20-year-old flipping burgers at McDonald's decided one random day to build a business from scratch — and by month five, he had over 100,000 social media followers and was turning away customers! In part 1 of this 2-part episode, Bryan Lopez of WashMaxxing shares how he launched his trash bin cleaning business in Houston with just a $150 secondhand pressure washer, no capital, and a door-knocking strategy built on offering free cleanings to prove demand and collect content. He breaks down how he priced his services to avoid looking "cheap," the simple cleaning process that takes as little as 15 minutes per bin, and the social media playbook — consistent short-form posting across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook — that helped him rack up 60,000 followers and 60 million views in his very first month. If you've ever wanted to start a business but didn't know where to begin, this episode is the blueprint!
What we discuss with Bryan:
+ Started with $150 secondhand pressure washer
+ No capital, no experience — just went all in
+ Free cleanings first to test demand
+ Filmed content while working for free
+ 60K followers, 60M views in month one
+ Priced at $35 for two bins, not the cheapest
+ 15-minute average cleaning process
+ Now earns $700–900 on a full day
+ 99% of customers come from website/social media
+ Serves a 15-mile radius around Houston
Thank you, Bryan!
Check out Part 2 of this episode.
Check out WashMaxxing at WashMaxxing.com.
Follow Bryan on Instagram, here and here.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
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02/08/2026 | 43 mins.#1018 Ready for a masterclass in grit, customer service, and unconventional scaling — all from a founder who built a booming merch company from scratch? In this episode, host Brien Gearin chats with Ethan Dowie, founder of Indigo Promotions, who went from making 400+ cold calls with zero traction to landing Zappos as one of his very first clients. Ethan breaks down how he bootstrapped his business, navigated fulfillment before he had any systems, built a powerhouse customer-first team, and eventually brought manufacturing in-house to compete with massive players like 4imprint and VistaPrint. If you want to understand what it really takes to build a product-based business that stands out, this conversation delivers!
(Original Air Date - 11/26/25)
What we discuss with Ethan:
+ Bootstrapping Indigo Promotions
+ Landing Zappos after 496 cold calls
+ Early fulfillment challenges
+ Finding reliable factories and partners
+ Bringing production in-house
+ Building a customer-service-first culture
+ Leveraging big clients to win bigger clients
+ Organic marketing and behind-the-scenes content
+ Handling complex custom projects
+ Scaling the team and future growth vision
Thank you, Ethan!
Check out Indigo Promotions at IndigoPromos.com.
Follow Ethan on Instagram and LinkedIn.
Watch the video podcast of this episode!
To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training.
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