Passion Millionaire

Robert Roth
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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

  1. 14h ago

    Michael Forman: How Networking and Building Trust Help Entrepreneurs Build Lasting Success

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Michael Forman, U.S. Air Force veteran, award-winning professional speaker, and executive business coach, who built and sold multiple businesses, from a graphic design studio to restaurants to a mortgage company, before becoming a leading expert in networking and communication. Michael shares how military discipline shaped the way he treats every person, from janitor to CEO, and how that mindset became the foundation for building trust-based relationships that fuel business growth. He breaks down his networking playbook: cold calling and direct mail before the internet existed, handwritten thank-you notes that earned a 100 percent response rate, and the simple mantra that people only do business with those they know, like, and trust. Michael shares lessons from running and selling multiple businesses, transitioning into corporate leadership, and launching his coaching and speaking career. He also reveals the biggest networking mistake: talking too much instead of listening. A practical episode on building stronger relationships and creating real opportunities. Connect with Michael Forman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelforman/ Podcast Website:  https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Michael Forman: How Networking and Building Trust Help Entrepreneurs Build Lasting Success

  2. Oct 2

    Chris Husek: From One Backyard Dog Fence to a Multimillion Dollar Company

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Chris Husek, co-founder and CEO of Husek Brothers Fencing, who along with his brother Zach built a business from zero to a projected $10 million in revenue in just four years, entering a market with over 100 local competitors without any prior hands-on industry experience. Chris breaks down how he built wealth by outperforming competitors through professionalism, stronger warranties, and smarter pricing - not price wars. He also shares how automation and better systems helped remove himself as the company’s bottleneck and shift his focus from doing everything to building the business. The conversation covers saying “no” to unprofitable customers, building consistent systems instead of reactive hiring, and using AI to scale without chaos. Chris shares his vision of growing the company into a nine-figure national leader and building long-term wealth. Connect with Chris Husek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishusek/ Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Chris Husek: From One Backyard Dog Fence to a Multimillion Dollar Company

  3. Sep 25

    M. Curtis McCoy: A Stranger's Lie Nearly Destroyed His Business, Then Sparked His Branding Empire

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with M. Curtis McCoy, personal branding expert and founder of Success Motivation Inspiration TV and Newswire Magazine. Curtis has helped entrepreneurs across industries become the recognized, go-to name in their space. Curtis shares the wake-up call that changed his career. After building a telecommunications company to over 250,000 website visitors through aggressive SEO content, a competitor spread false rumors about him. Curtis realized nobody outside his town knew who he was, pushing him to master personal branding. He eventually grew a Facebook community to nearly half a million members and turned it into a nationally syndicated TV show reaching over 700,000 viewers online. The conversation dives into how Curtis builds brand authority through TV interviews, search-optimized press features, magazine placements, and billboard campaigns designed to build trust before someone hires you. He explains why solving a customer's problem beats chasing "best of" searches, how strategic content compounds over time, and why visibility is the missing piece between a good business and a thriving one. If you're ready to become known in your industry instead of competing on price alone, this episode is full of branding strategies. Connect with M Curtis McCoy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcurtismccoy/ Podcast Website:  https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    M. Curtis McCoy: A Stranger's Lie Nearly Destroyed His Business, Then Sparked His Branding Empire

  4. Sep 18

    Steve Barton: He Took Over His Father's Flower Shop and Sold It for Millions

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Steve Barton, business coach and creator of The Game of 10, who took over his family's struggling flower shop at just 22 years old after his father suffered a sudden stroke, and grew it from $200,000 in revenue into a seven-figure business before selling it for millions right before the 2008 housing crash. Steve shares the behind-the-scenes decisions that separate businesses that stay small from those that scale, from sourcing flowers direct from Holland to cut costs, to creative branding moves like turning a building wall into a legal mural to bypass Maine's billboard laws, to breaking into the high-margin wedding market through strategic venue partnerships. He explains why growth often comes down to differentiation and perceived value, not just working harder, and how building the right team and systems allowed him to run two locations without losing consistency. The conversation also explores business acquisition, seasonal revenue planning, knowing when to sell, and the mindset shift Steve made from business owner to high-performance coach. He unpacks his coaching philosophy built on intention, intuition, and staying aligned with your highest self, especially through major life and business transitions. If you want real lessons on scaling a business with creativity and exiting it at the right time, this episode is packed with insights you can apply today. Connect with Steve Barton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coach-steve-barton/ Podcast Website:  https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Steve Barton: He Took Over His Father's Flower Shop and Sold It for Millions

  5. Sep 11

    Mike Deaton: How He Turned Just $4,000 Into a 700-Deal Land Flipping Business Empire

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Mike Deaton, land investor and founder of Flipping Dirt, who left a 20-year corporate career at Microsoft to build a land flipping business that has closed over 700 deals in ten years, averaging a 150% return on investment. Mike breaks down how land flipping works, from identifying healthy markets and finding motivated sellers to buying vacant land below market value and reselling it quickly. He explains how owner financing can accelerate sales while creating recurring cash flow, and why land flipping can carry less risk than traditional real estate investments. He also shares how beginners can get started with little to no money through contract assignments and partnerships. The conversation also covers how to evaluate market demand, choose between cash and owner financing, and use systems and automation to scale. Mike explains how he built a nearly hands-off business, even while traveling internationally for weeks at a time. Connect with Mike Deaton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbdeaton/  Podcast Website:  https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Mike Deaton: How He Turned Just $4,000 Into a 700-Deal Land Flipping Business Empire

  6. Sep 4

    Matt Seltzer: How Market Research Drives Smarter Business Growth

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth sits down with Matt Seltzer, a market research expert and consultant who helps growing brands make smarter decisions using the same strategies trusted by Fortune 500 companies. Matt shares how entrepreneurs often make costly mistakes by relying on assumptions instead of customer data. He explains how market research, customer insights, surveys, and focus groups can help businesses understand their audience, discover new opportunities, improve marketing performance, and create strategies that actually drive growth. From building and exiting his own research company to helping brands uncover hidden opportunities, Matt reveals why successful companies don’t just guess what their customers want, they use data to make confident decisions. Whether you’re a startup founder, business owner, or marketing leader, this episode will teach you how understanding your customers can become one of your biggest competitive advantages. Connect with Matt Seltzer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewseltzer/  Podcast Website:  https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    Matt Seltzer: How Market Research Drives Smarter Business Growth

  7. Aug 28

    Troy Hipolito: How to Build Trust on LinkedIn and Turn Connections Into High-Value Clients

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Troy Hipolito, LinkedIn and relationship-building expert, who helps entrepreneurs create meaningful connections, strengthen their authority, and develop a consistent pipeline of valuable business opportunities. Troy shares why successful networking is not about sending more messages or making more pitches, but about building trust, providing value, and creating genuine relationships with the right people. The conversation explores how entrepreneurs can optimize their LinkedIn presence, develop content that attracts their ideal audience, and use personalized outreach strategies to create better conversations. The discussion also covers the importance of online events, follow-up systems, and value-driven communication in turning professional connections into long-term opportunities. Whether you're a consultant, agency owner, coach, or B2B entrepreneur, this episode delivers practical strategies to help you improve your client acquisition process, build stronger relationships, and use LinkedIn as a powerful tool for sustainable business growth. Connect with Troy Hipolito: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troyhipolito/ Podcast Website: rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast

    Troy Hipolito: How to Build Trust on LinkedIn and Turn Connections Into High-Value Clients

  8. 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
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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

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  • Creator
    Robert Roth
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
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    © 2026 Robert Roth IP Holding LLC
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