Passion Millionaire

Robert Roth

Build a business that runs without you. Create leverage. Design a life you never want to retire from. The Passion Millionaire Podcast is for high-earning freelancers, agency owners, and serious business builders who want more than income. They want ownership, optionality, and long-term wealth. If you’re scaling a service-based business and asking yourself how to move from strong revenue to real leverage, recurring income, better deals, and exit-ready systems, this podcast is for you. Each episode features founders, investors, and operators who have built multi 6- and 7-figure companies. They´re breaking down how they structure smarter deals, implement scalable systems, use AI strategically, and build businesses that compound beyond their time. Hosted by Robert Roth, investor, business builder, mentor to ambitious founders and rock & roll pianist. This show explores what it really takes to turn income into assets, and ambition into lasting freedom. Stop building just revenue. Start building something that can outgrow you. Rock & Roll Your Dreams, Robert Roth

  1. Aug 21

    Paul Leeds: The Customer Experience Strategy That Scaled E-Commerce Brands to $100 Million in Sales

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with growth strategist and e-commerce expert Paul Leeds, whose customer-first marketing strategies have helped generate over $100 million in online sales while scaling multiple direct-to-consumer brands from launch to eight figures. Paul shares the behind-the-scenes strategies that separate high-growth e-commerce brands from those that struggle to scale. From identifying winning products and building high-converting sales funnels to increasing average order value and improving customer lifetime value, he explains why sustainable growth starts with understanding the customer - not simply spending more on advertising. Drawing from his experience leading marketing and growth teams, Paul reveals how customer experience, conversion optimization, and operational excellence work together to create predictable business growth. The conversation also explores product-market fit, pricing psychology, customer retention, scaling operations, and why many businesses lose profitability by focusing only on acquiring new customers. Paul explains how aligning marketing, operations, and customer success creates stronger brands, higher profits, and long-term competitive advantages. If you want to build an e-commerce business that scales profitably instead of chasing short-term sales, this episode is packed with practical strategies you can implement immediately. Connect with Paul Leeds: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leeds-doctor/  Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Paul Leeds: The Customer Experience Strategy That Scaled E-Commerce Brands to $100 Million in Sales
  2. Aug 14

    Kevin Cover: How Great Leaders Build High-Performance Teams Without Micromanaging

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with entrepreneur, leadership expert, and author Kevin Cover about the leadership systems that helped him scale multiple businesses from startup operations into multi-million-dollar organizations. From running car dealerships at just 27 years old to growing franchise operations and sales organizations generating over $20 million annually, Kevin shares the practical leadership principles behind sustainable business growth. Kevin explains why great businesses are built on predictable systems rather than heroic leaders, how trust becomes the foundation of high-performing teams, and why most companies struggle because they rely too heavily on individual talent instead of repeatable processes. Drawing from decades of experience leading hundreds of employees, he shares how business owners can create scalable operations that continue performing even when they step away. The conversation also explores sales psychology, leadership, hiring, team development, business systems, and Kevin's "Rhythm Wave" framework for building organizations that consistently grow without micromanagement. He also shares lessons from winning a World Series of Poker bracelet, revealing how psychology, observation, and trust influence decision-making both at the poker table and in business. If you want to build a company that scales through people, leadership, and systems instead of constant hustle, this episode is filled with practical strategies you can apply immediately. Connect with Kevin Cover: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevincover/ Podcast Website:  https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Kevin Cover: How Great Leaders Build High-Performance Teams Without Micromanaging
  3. Aug 7

    Rich Potter: Why Franchising Outperforms Startups and How to Choose the Right Business for Your Lifestyle

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with award-winning franchise consultant Rich Potter about why franchising continues to outperform traditional startups and how entrepreneurs can dramatically increase their chances of success by choosing the right business model from the start. Drawing from his own journey from corporate sales to building multiple successful businesses, Rich shares how he now helps professionals transition into business ownership through carefully selected franchise opportunities. The conversation explores why most entrepreneurs choose the wrong business for their personality and lifestyle, how to evaluate thousands of franchise opportunities without getting distracted by well-known brands, and why alignment is often more important than passion alone. Rich also explains how franchise systems provide proven playbooks, coaching, financing options, and ongoing support that significantly improve long-term success rates compared to starting a business from scratch. Rich also discusses the biggest mistakes new franchise owners make, how to determine whether a franchise, an existing business acquisition, or another business opportunity is the better fit, and why building a business should create the lifestyle you want - not take it away. Whether you're leaving corporate, looking for your next investment, or exploring entrepreneurship for the first time, this episode provides a practical framework for making smarter business decisions. Connect with Rich Potter:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-potter-533381a/ Podcast Website:  https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Rich Potter: Why Franchising Outperforms Startups and How to Choose the Right Business for Your Lifestyle
  4. Jul 31

    Laurent Cohen: How Voice AI Is Transforming Local Businesses and Why Trust Is the Missing Piece

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with entrepreneur, founder, and CTO Laurent Cohen about how Voice AI is changing the way local businesses attract customers, automate communication, and scale without sacrificing the personal relationships that built their success. After building multiple successful e-commerce businesses, Laurent shares why he believes the next wave of AI isn't about replacing people - it's about earning their trust. Laurent explains how his platform, Getoblic, combines AI, voice technology, local search, and automation to help small businesses generate leads, answer customer questions 24/7, book appointments, and improve online visibility. He also reveals how his company grew from launch to millions of indexed business listings and thousands of paying customers by solving a real problem instead of simply following the latest AI trend. The conversation explores Voice AI, SEO, business automation, customer trust, digital visibility, and the future of human-AI interaction. Laurent also shares practical advice for entrepreneurs looking to implement AI effectively, avoid common mistakes, and build solutions that customers genuinely trust. If you want to understand where AI is heading and how businesses can stay ahead of the curve, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Connect with Laurent Cohen: https://getoblic.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurent-cohen-usa/  Podcast Website:  https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Laurent Cohen: How Voice AI Is Transforming Local Businesses and Why Trust Is the Missing Piece
  5. Jul 24

    Jane Muir: How Smart Business Owners Prevent Costly Lawsuits and Recover Millions in Unpaid Revenue

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with commercial litigation attorney and founder Jane Muir, whose seven-figure law firm has helped businesses recover millions of dollars in unpaid revenue and protect themselves from costly legal disputes. Jane shares what every entrepreneur should know before a legal problem becomes an expensive lawsuit. She explains why outstanding invoices often turn into major cash flow issues, how businesses can dramatically improve their chances of recovering unpaid money, and the simple contract mistakes that leave many companies financially exposed. Drawing from real cases - including a $6.3 million jury verdict - she reveals what separates businesses that successfully protect their assets from those that don't. The conversation also covers how to structure your business to reduce legal risk, when it makes sense to pursue litigation, how commercial disputes are resolved, and why proper contracts, insurance, and financial organization are some of the best investments a business owner can make. Whether you're running a growing company or preparing to scale, these practical legal strategies could save your business hundreds of thousands - or even millions - of dollars in the future. Connect with Jane Muir:  https://miamibusiness.law/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/janewmuir/ Podcast Website:  https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Jane Muir: How Smart Business Owners Prevent Costly Lawsuits and Recover Millions in Unpaid Revenue
  6. Jul 17

    Jeff Kikel: Create Your Freedom-Day Through Successfully Building And Exiting Your Business

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with entrepreneur, wealth manager, and exit strategy expert Jeff Kikel about how business owners can build companies that create financial freedom instead of lifelong dependency. With more than 25 years of experience in financial planning, wealth management, and multiple business exits, Jeff shares the strategies entrepreneurs can use to build businesses that work without them. Jeff explains the concept of Freedom-Day, the moment your income no longer depends on showing up to work every day. He discusses how to structure a business for a successful exit, avoid costly tax mistakes years before selling, prepare financial records for due diligence, and create systems that increase both profitability and business value. Drawing from his own seven-figure exit and years of helping business owners plan their futures, he reveals why planning early can make the difference between an average sale and a life-changing one. The conversation also explores recurring income, business efficiency, AI-powered operations, succession planning, owner financing, and why most entrepreneurs fail to prepare for the biggest financial event of their lives. If your goal is to build a business that gives you more freedom today and a valuable exit tomorrow, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately. Connect with Jeff Kikel:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffkikel/ Podcast Website:  https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Jeff Kikel: Create Your Freedom-Day Through Successfully Building And Exiting Your Business
  7. Jul 10

    Hayden Duer: How to Build Wealth Through Multifamily Real Estate Without Becoming a Landlord

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with multifamily real estate investor and operator Hayden Duer, founder of the Duer Kurami Group, about how busy professionals can invest in apartment buildings and build long-term wealth without managing properties themselves. Hayden shares the lessons he learned from three generations of real estate investing, how his family successfully navigated the 2008 housing crisis through cash-flow-focused investing, and why he chose multifamily real estate as the foundation for his own business. He also reveals how he built his company from the ground up, raised capital for his first deals, and overcame the challenges of acquiring and operating apartment communities across multiple states. The conversation dives into passive investing, cash flow, tax advantages, raising capital, finding the right markets, and what investors should look for before putting money into a real estate deal. Hayden also explains why understanding operations and having the right team can make the difference between a successful investment and an expensive mistake. If you're interested in building wealth through real estate, creating passive income, or learning how professional operators scale multifamily portfolios, this episode is packed with practical insights and real-world experience. Connect with Hayden Duer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayden-duer/  Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Hayden Duer: How to Build Wealth Through Multifamily Real Estate Without Becoming a Landlord
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Build a business that runs without you. Create leverage. Design a life you never want to retire from. The Passion Millionaire Podcast is for high-earning freelancers, agency owners, and serious business builders who want more than income. They want ownership, optionality, and long-term wealth. If you’re scaling a service-based business and asking yourself how to move from strong revenue to real leverage, recurring income, better deals, and exit-ready systems, this podcast is for you. Each episode features founders, investors, and operators who have built multi 6- and 7-figure companies. They´re breaking down how they structure smarter deals, implement scalable systems, use AI strategically, and build businesses that compound beyond their time. Hosted by Robert Roth, investor, business builder, mentor to ambitious founders and rock & roll pianist. This show explores what it really takes to turn income into assets, and ambition into lasting freedom. Stop building just revenue. Start building something that can outgrow you. Rock & Roll Your Dreams, Robert Roth