Steve Sims (@stevedsims ) is the founder and CEO of the luxury concierge service Bluefish . He is an entrepreneur known for being “The Real Life Wizard of Oz” according to Entrepreneur Magazine for his reputation for making the impossible possible. Check out and grab your own copy of Go For Stupid here: https://amzn.to/40PJWUc What Travis and Steve discussed: ●     How alone time helped Steve in achieving his goals ●     Talking to yourself and making the uncomfortable comfortable ●     The Story of Bluefish ●     Two sides of the coin for entrepreneurs with their peers ●     Relationships versus connections and more… Searching for a clear path to your dreams and goals takes time. Join Travis and Steve in this episode as they discuss personal and interpersonal connections and relationships, and how they pitch the most unbelievable entrepreneurial ideas to their friends and make it happen. Tune in and make your dreams a reality! Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts  and Spotify , and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sierra May ( @itssierramay ), is the founder of Sierra May Management and Sierra Snacks , she has always been drawn to the glitz and glamour of the entertainment industry . At a young age, Sierra pursued acting with enthusiasm, but she quickly learned that the industry was riddled with scams and unethical practices. This realization led her to choose a more stable and sustainable path, earning a degree in advertising and marketing. Though it faced initial failures and setbacks, the experience taught her the importance of persistence and resilience. Her journey not only showcased her entrepreneurial spirit but also instilled in her an appreciation for the significance of taking risks. Embracing her adventurous side, Sierra took a leap of faith and moved from Canada to Los Angeles with limited resources . This bold move allowed her to immerse herself in diverse cultures and reap the benefits of exploring new surroundings. Through her travels, Sierra discovered the power of networking and building relationships , which ultimately led to unexpected opportunities in the entertainment industry. What Travis and Sierra discussed: How Sierra developed an interest in the entertainment industry at a young age and initially pursued acting. However, she learned early on to be cautious of scams and unethical practices within the industry. Sierra’s first healthy treat business, which allowed her to explore her interest in fitness and healthy eating and what she learned from this experience, including the importance of persisting through initial failures and setbacks. The importance of taking risks and traveling and the benefits of exploring different cultures. Sierra shares her experiences of moving to LA with limited resources. How building relationships and being persistent can lead to unexpected opportunities in the entertainment industry. Why Sierra thinks a good manager focuses on the long-term success of their clients, prioritizing their clients' brands and value while seeking diverse opportunities and being selective about deals that can impact the client's reputation or growth in the industry. Today, Sierra May's journey has come full circle, as she utilizes her expertise in advertising, marketing, and entrepreneurship to successfully manage the careers of entertainers. Her dedication to ethical practices, client success, and growth has made her a respected and sought-after manager in the entertainment industry. In this episode, she shares her inspiring story and latest ventures, this is an episode you can’t miss! Follow Travis on: G 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify , and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Buying a business for no money down is just a mindset. Sharran Srivatsaa (@sharransrivatssa ) is a successful entrepreneur and public speaker, known for his expertise in business strategy and investment. He has founded and led several successful companies, including Teles Properties , which experienced 10x growth over a five-year period and was eventually acquired by Douglas Elliman. In addition to his entrepreneurial pursuits, Sharran has worked as an investment advisor and corporate strategist for firms such as Goldman Sachs and Credit Suisse . He has also spent time building recreational programs for luxury resorts and has experience in the technology sector, serving as a director and advisor for various companies in the space. Sharran holds a bachelor's degree in computer science from Luther College and an MBA with honors from Vanderbilt University . He is a member of the Genius Network and Young President's Organization (YPO), and hosts a popular podcast called "Business School " where he discusses his past successes and failures in entrepreneurship. What Travis and Sharran discussed: Sharran’s private equity firm that focuses on being minority partners Why is Sharran focusing his social media strategy on Youtube ? Why you should upgrade your environment and the people in your environment? How to encourage your kids to get into entrepreneurship ? The importance of parents having individual projects wish each one of their kids How to buy a business with no cash upfront? What’s Sharran’s view on Elon Musk ’s take on Twitter and the actions he is taking? Seller financing, why he hired a 6-year-old CEO, networking and so much more… If you are looking for valuable insights on how to succeed in business and life? Look no further! In this episode of Travis Makes Friends, Sharran Srivatsaa , a renowned entrepreneur and expert in business strategy and investment, shares his experiences and insights on a range of topics, including his private equity firm that only focuses on minority partnerships, the importance of upgrading your environment and the people in it, hiring of a six-year-old CEO , and networking. Plus, he offers his thoughts on FTX , Elon Musk's use of Twitter . Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Sharran and gain valuable insights that you can apply to your own life. Tune in to Travis Makes Friends now to hear more! Head over to https://www.travis.team/ and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify , and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Shaquille O'Neal (@shaq ) is a retired American basketball player who was born in Newark, New Jersey, on March 6, 1972. He is known for his powerful athleticism and larger-than-life personality, standing at 7 ft 1 in tall and weighing 325 pounds. O'Neal played for six teams in the NBA and is considered one of the most dominant players in the league's history. He won four NBA championships and numerous individual awards, including the MVP award and 15 All-Star game selections . O'Neal has also found success in acting, music, television, and gaming, and is currently an analyst on Inside The NBA . He is a national spokesperson for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, with whom he has been involved for the past 15 years. What Travis and Shaq discussed: The definition of respect and why it's so important for Shaq Hard on the boys, soft on the girls , Shaq expands on this parenting advice Who you know or What You know , Shaq's view on networking and skill improvement The 3 jobs every man has: Protect, Provide and Love How to stop a disagreement turn into a fight, Shaq's advice on marriage Don't miss out on our latest podcast episode featuring the one and only Shaquille O'Neal! Join us as we dive deep into his life as a retired NBA player and his success in various industries. Listen as Shaq shares his insights on the definition of respect, parenting advice, networking, and the three jobs every man has. Plus, learn how to stop a disagreement from turning into a fight with Shaq's expert advice on marriage. Tune in now for an episode filled with wisdom and inspiration from one of the greatest athletes of all time! Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify , and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sean Cannell (@seancannell ) is back again for part 2, to show the winning strategies to dominating YouTube, TikTok, and more! Sean is the CEO of Think Media , co-founder of Video Influencers, and the world's most-watched YouTube strategist . He has achieved success in building a six-figure income as a “Tech YouTuber” and now he operates a seven-figure online video education company. Sean and his family live in Las Vegas, Nevada, and consist of his wife Sonja, his son Sean Bradley, his new son John Stephen, and his chihuahua Sophie. He is a passionate advocate for helping people build their influence and income with online video and his mission is to help entrepreneurs leverage the power of video to reach their goals . What Travis and Sean discussed: How vertical video is taking over the online space and it’s crucial for any social media/video strategy Why entrepreneurs should invest in content creation to increase their social media impact and authority  Sean’s strategy to repurpose a video intro to multiple videos on different platforms, from long content to short content.  The power of interviews as the foundation for a content creation strategy. Is TikTok influencing our way of thinking and political views? How to start from scratch and on the right path on Youtube Is volume more important than quality? Vertical video on Pinterest , video podcasting, media consumption habits, and much more! Don't miss out on this episode! Join Sean Cannell for part 2 of his winning strategies to dominate YouTube and more! Learn how to repurpose long-form videos, leverage the power of interviews, understand TikTok's influence, and how to get started on the right path on YouTube. Tune in now to unlock the secrets of digital video success! Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify , and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rudy Mawer is a successful entrepreneur and CEO. He works with Kevin Harrington on a Marketing Capital group and has helped over 50,000 small businesses around the world. He has recently been focused on operating large US Ecom brands with his partners Tai Lopez and Alex Meh r through their investment group, Retail eCommerce Ventures . These brands include ex-billion dollar companies such as Pier 1 , DressBarn, Steinmart, Modells, Franklin Mint and more. He is also the host of the Living The Red Life Podcast . He built his first multi-million dollar business by the age of 27, and has since become an expert in advertising , funnels , and marketing strategy . He has run teams of over 300 employees for 9 figure brands, and built one of the world's largest direct response marketing agencies, which has generated over $250 million in revenue for its clients. He was awarded a USA 0-1 visa for his consulting work and marketing skills and has been featured in major media channels such as NBC . What Travis and Rudy discussed: How Rudy was different from other kids in school, always hustling , planning, and thinking ahead. Why Rudy thinks money controls you and can enable and amplify happiness. Why did Rudy choose America over the U.K . for his next steps in entrepreneurship? How Rudy disrupted the online marketing space with his strategies, experiences, and mindset. Rudy’s experience scaling multiple online marketing businesses. Problem-solving at the millionaire level. Online advertising, building authority, and much more. Listen now to the latest episode of Travis Makes Friends, where Rudy Mawer, a successful entrepreneur and CEO, shares his journey of building his first multi-million dollar business by the age of 27, and how he became an expert in advertising, funnels, and marketing strategy. He also explains his experience scaling multiple online marketing businesses, problem-solving at the millionaire level, and building authority in the industry. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Rudy's unique perspective and take your business to the next level by tuning in now! Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify , and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rob Dyrdek ( @robdyrdek ) became a professional athlete at the age of 16 and started his first business at 18. Growing up around entrepreneurs, he quickly learned the power of building brands, which he used to turn a rising footwear and apparel brand into a $500 million international company. He went on to launch the world's first true professional skateboarding league, Street League Skateboarding, and a first-of-its-kind skateboarding channel, ETN. Dyrdek also found success in television with shows like Rob & Big, Rob Dyrdek's Fantasy Factory , and Ridiculousness , which is currently on its 10th season. He created a brand-new talent competition show, Amazingness, his fourth show on the network. With over two decades of experience building his intellectual properties and working with top brands around the world, he started developing the groundwork for his full-service venture studio, Dyrdek Machine . What Travis and Rob discussed: The importance of building a strong foundation for children's growth and development by instilling a love for learning, and allowing them to take risks, he also shares his upbringing and early successes in TaeKwonDo, soccer, and skateboarding, shaped by his parents' blend of optimism and caution. How Rob pursued his wildest dreams of turning pro, moving to California, and starting a company, becoming an entrepreneur within the ecosystem after being sponsored by DC. Using creative and design skills to pitch and create innovative shoes for DC, proposing a royalty-based deal structure that allowed him to design a third of the entire line and make a lot of money. The secret behind Ridicoulesness's success on TV. The importance of having a clear vision, putting in the work, and building a system to achieve goals, using their personal experience as an example. Rob’s approach to creating systems is not only for his business but for his personal and family life If you're looking for inspiration and insight into building a successful career and fulfilling life, you won't want to miss this podcast episode featuring Rob Dyrdek. From his early success as a professional athlete and entrepreneur to his more recent accomplishments in television and venture capital, Rob has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. Follow Travis on: G 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts  and Spotify , and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rebecca Zung (@rebeccazung) has been recognized as one of the Best Lawyers in America by U.S. News and is a globally recognized expert on negotiating with narcissists, with over 35 million views on YouTube in just two years. Rebecca created the SLAY® Negotiation Method and is the author of the upcoming book SLAY the Bully: How to Negotiate with a Narcissist and Win, which features a foreword by Chris Voss. She has also written two bestselling books: Negotiate Like You M.A.T.T.E.R.: The Sure Fire Method to Step Up and Win, with a foreword by Robert Shapiro, and Breaking Free: A Step-by-Step Divorce Guide for Achieving Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Freedom. Rebecca is frequently called upon to provide her perspective in media outlets, including Extra, Forbes, Huffington Post, Newsweek, Time, Dr. Drew, and Ed Mylett’s Podcast. Her podcast, Negotiate Your Best Life, is ranked in the top 0.5% of all podcasts globally. Along with In-N-Out Burger owner Lynsi Snyder Ellingson, Rebecca founded Slay Legal Aid, a 501c3 that provides legal aid to those in need. What Travis and Rebecca discussed: Why Consistency is Key: Rebecca explains that it took her around 10 years of consistently speaking at networking events, publishing articles, and building her brand before she reached a point where she no longer had to market her law practice actively. This shows the importance of sticking with marketing and branding efforts over the long haul rather than giving up after just a few attempts. How to Leverage Relationships: Rebecca highlights how key relationships, like the one with her best friend who encouraged her and the woman who gave her an existing law practice, were pivotal moments that helped propel her forward. The Reason Behind Rebecca's Pivot: After building a very successful law practice, Rebecca explains she merged it with others because she was burnt out. This shows that even when something is going well, don't be afraid to make a change if it no longer aligns with your passion and purpose. Why Negotiating with a Narcissist is Challenging: Rebecca explains that narcissists see things as black and white, and their goal is often not just to win but to make the other person lose. She notes that trying to negotiate with a narcissist rationally typically doesn't work because they are focused on their own self-interest and "narcissistic supply." Rebecca suggests figuring out what matters most to the narcissist and using that as leverage when negotiating. How to Turn Setbacks into Opportunities: When a business partnership went south, Rebecca used it as motivation to double down on her strengths. She refined her negotiation program, embraced online marketing, and ultimately built a thriving business that allowed her to make a bigger impact. If you want to learn tactical strategies for achieving your biggest goals, listen to this podcast episode featuring lawyer-turned-entrepreneur Rebecca Zung. You'll discover how her grit and ability to turn setbacks into opportunities ultimately led to the thriving business she has today. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices