The Strugglepreneur Podcast

In this episode Michael welcomes Click Funnels own Russell Brunson to the show, but there's a catch. Russell is reading from his new book, Traffic Secrets, which is the third book in the Secrets Trilogy. Russell speaks about your dream customer and how to figure out who that person is. To get your copy of Traffic Secrets for free plus shipping go to www.struggle.show/traffic If you like the show please subscribe. If you love the show please leave an honest review. Social Media: http://struggle.show/podchaser www.facebook.com/strugglepreneur Contact: info@strugglepreneur.net

In this episode Michael reads Mark Zuckerbergs announcement about the new Facebook Shops and gives his thoughts about the new Shops feature. He also talks about how one thing leads to another and his history of having more opportunities come along because of taking the last opportunity. He also speaks about being asked to create intro music and voiceover for a new Podcast called Love Line For Business. This is a lead in to the current exciting opportunity he has been presented with. Spoiler alert, it relates to creating a new stream of income with a passionate hobby, creating music. Please check out Greg & Bram's new podcast at www.lovelineforbiz.com If you like the show please subscribe. If you love the show please leave an honest review. Social Media: http://struggle.show/podchaser www.facebook.com/strugglepreneur Contact: info@strugglepreneur.net

In this episode Michael continues his interview with Fernando Sustaita. Fernando talks about his plan to open a brick and mortar gaming and hobby store with his family. Fernando will take everything he learned about selling products online and will take it to a local store. While it will be difficult for him and his family at first, he will gain the chance at teaching his children how to run a business as well as how to sell products on Shopify as it will be a big part of the business. Check out Fernando's Etsy course at www.struggle.show/etsypod If you like the show please subscribe. If you love the show please leave an honest review. Social Media: http://struggle.show/podchaser www.facebook.com/strugglepreneur Contact: info@strugglepreneur.net

In this episode Michael welcomes Fernando Sustaita to the show. Fernando speaks of his humble beginnings as a collector before getting a corporate job. Later he would speak of reselling on Ebay and Amazon before getting into print on demand. Fernando explains how Merch By Amazon didn't make mathematical sense for him and how he now uses Etsy & Shopify in connection with each other to sell print on demand products. Check out Fernando's course at www.struggle.show/etsypod If you like the show please subscribe. If you love the show please leave an honest review. Social Media: http://struggle.show/podchaser www.facebook.com/strugglepreneur Contact: info@strugglepreneur.net

In this episode Michael describes all the felt emotions of being quarantined at home with family. He also talks briefly about the Coronavirus stimulus bill, the new weird, and what he's been working on in his short bursts of spare time. If you like the show please subscribe. If you love the show please leave an honest review. Show links: http://groovezero.net/ Social Media: http://struggle.show/podchaser www.facebook.com/strugglepreneur https://twitter.com/strugglepre https://www.instagram.com/strugglepreneurpodcast/ Contact: info@strugglepreneur.net

In an unusual episode, Michael talks about how the Coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic has changed everything. Michael's revenue has stopped along with other entrepreneurs and thousands of other companies, people are hoarding toilet paper and food and staying at home. The world has been forever changed, and we're waiting to see what happens next.

In this episode Michael welcomes Helen Kinson from the Merch Money YouTube channel and Facebook group to the show. Helen tells the story of her journey from leaving her job in real estate as a loan officer to retail arbitrage on FBA, to Print on Demand and her growth into the role of a community leader and influencer managing 25 facebook groups. Her Merch Money podcast which she hosts with Christina Sisson has been heard in over 70 countries. Helen's message is to keep learning and keep growing. Join the Merch Money Facebook group here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/merchmoney/ Join the Private Merch Money Mastermind group here: https://gumroad.com/l/merchmoneymastermindgroup Watch Merch Money YouTube Channel Here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrMd1rnFintXu1CHIg03t2g If you like the show please subscribe. If you love the show please leave an honest review. www.facebook.com/strugglepreneur www.twitter.com/strugglepre Get a free trail of Merch Amigo here: www.struggle.show/merchamigo Take the One Funnel Away Challenge Here: www.struggle.show/challenge  

In this episode Michael discusses attending Funnel Hacking Live 2020 at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel put on by Russell Brunson and Click Funnels. #FHL2020. Don't forget to like and subscribe! Show Links Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/strugglepreneur Automate your AMS ads here: www.struggle.show/merchamigo Get the underground playbook here: www.struggle.show/book Get Tickets to FHL 2021 here: www.funnelhackinglive.com    

In this episode Michael talks about the new year and a new idea he's stumbled upon, buying and selling domain names. Michael admittedly knows little about the process of reselling domain names but discusses his experience thus far with Brandbucket. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review. Show links: https://www.brandbucket.com/ http://struggle.show/brandbucketdesign http://struggle.show/Merchinformer https://www.etsy.com/shop/TrunkStudio Social Media: http://struggle.show/podchaser www.facebook.com/strugglepreneur https://twitter.com/strugglepre https://www.instagram.com/strugglepreneurpodcast/ Contact: info@strugglepreneur.net

In this episode Michael gives an income recap for November. He also discusses the technique he uses to find skilled graphic designers. Using Pretty Merch data he notices something he never noticed before. Do you track your designers performance? Maybe you should, and Michael details why.  Don't forget to subscribe, tell a friend, and please leave an honest review. Like us on Facebook!  

In this episode Michael shares his views on passive income, what it is and what it isn't. Topics discussed include selling information products, affiliate marketing, and real estate. Don't forget to subscribe! Read Rich Dad Poor Dad: http://struggle.show/Rich-Dad Visit and like the Strugglepreneur Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/strugglepreneur/

In this episode Yong Jae Chong from the Merch Minds Podcast drops in for a chat. Michael and Yong discuss the history of and the current state of Merch by Amazon and print on demand. Yong also talks about how to hire local graphic students to create designs. They also discuss Yong's e-book, Understanding Typography for Merch By Amazon. Yong also reveals that he is considering conducting a Typography Live workshop and asks the listeners if they would be interested in watching. Would you like to see a Typography Live Workshop from Yong in 2020? Email us and let us know at info@strugglepreneur.net Don't forget to subscribe to The Strugglepreneur Podcast as well as the Merch Minds Podcast! We love honest reviews! Episode Links: Merch Minds Podcast: https://merchminds.libsyn.com/ Typography for Merch By Amazon E-Book: http://struggle.show/typography Visit and like the Strugglepreneur Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/strugglepreneur/

In this episode Michael discusses a little known trick to access a plethora of courses on multiple subjects for free depending on your location. These courses can be used for self improvement in your personal and professional life and are taught by respected professionals who are leaders in their field. Don't forget to subscribe and share with a friend.

After a 3 month absence Michael talks about what he's been up to since the last episode was published, how he was motivated by Yong of the Merch Minds podcast and what changes to expect from the show.

In this episode Michael reviews his numbers for all print on demand sites for July and is pleasantly surprised at the outcome. He also goes over how he's been attacking niches on Merch by Amazon using advice of Ken Reil & Matt Cartlett.

This episode continues the Amanda Balcazar interview. Amanda talks about the excitement surrounding the launch of her new podcast, Hot Mess to Success, with her and Laura Host. She also covers picking a private label product for Amazon FBA and making the leap from working from home to moving into a warehouse. Don't forget to subscribe! Visit www.hotmesstosuccess.com to check out Amanda & Laura's new show.

In this episode Michael interviews Amanda Balcazar. Amanda and her husband John have been building their business together from home for the last 13 years. Amanda speaks to her experience starting with retail arbitrage and growing to private label products on Amazon FBA. She also speaks about mindset and the necessary hustle it takes to be an entrepreneur. Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and tell a friend. Email the show: info@strugglepreneur.net  Visit Amanda Balcazar & Laura Host's podcast site: www.hotmesstosuccess.com

In this episode Michael celebrates breaking even on one of his business ventures that began from print on demand and evolved to screen printing and selling goods in a store. He also talks about things he's noticed in large businesses including selling an experience & gorilla marketing. Thanks for listening. Don't forget to subscribe and tell a friend. Email the show info@strugglepreneur.net

In this episode Michael interviews entrepreneur Scott Griffin who left his job in 2017 to focus on his print on demand business full time. Scott tells the story of how he leverages the power of print on demand to work from home and and make enough money online to support his family. Don't forget to subscribe. Email the show info@strugglepreneur.net Show resources: See the mentioned Medium article here: http://struggle.show/moore  

In this episode Michael tells his income amounts for DJ, Merch by Amazon, Etsy, Redbubble, Click Funnels and the local store. Amounts revealed are a bit surprising for summertime. Don't forget to subscribe.

In this episode Michael Interviews Deanna Balestra. Deanna has built a business working from home helping other companies and sole proprietors gain exposure on Pinterest and Instagram. Deanna began Tiny Site Social Media by managing social media accounts for different clients and her business grew to the point where she had to hire additional employees. Her employees also work from home making money online. If you think you could use the services of Tiny Site Social Media just go to http://struggle.show/tinysite and send her a private message or join the group. If you like the show please subscribe. If you love the show, please leave a review.  

In this episode Michael details Merch by Amazon, how it began, how he discovered it and his beginning journey with Amazon Merch and print on demand. He talks about the highs, including the 2017 solar eclipse t-shirt craze and the lows, post eclipse and struggling to grow his account. Also in this episode you can also learn where to sign up for an account as well as where to look for help getting started.

In this episode, Michael tells the story of how he became a DJ. What began as a passionate hobby would eventually become a powerful 2nd income. After working for 3 months for free, Michael gained connections that would keep him working for years to come playing weddings, night clubs, restaurants, & private events.

In this episode Michael gives out his numbers in gross revenue and net profits across different business ventures for the month of May 2019. This includes profits and expenses for Merch by Amazon, Etsy, Redbubble, DJ'ing and a local store in Opry Mills Mall where he sells physical products.

In this episode Michael talks about how he just recently finished Russel Brunson's One Funnel Away Challenge and gives a detailed overview of what the challenge entails and what it doesn't. You can check it out your self and support the show at the same time by going to http://go.cfmad.com/ofac Thanks for listening. Be sure to subscribe!

Michael Talks about weight loss, health and efficiency as it relates to entrepreneurship. He also talked about his experience on a ten day juice fast and how it has affected his energy and well being. 

Michael describes himself and tells the story of what led him to starting a podcast. Please take a moment to subscribe!