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. Albert Butler: Building a Family Legacy Through Business, Financial Clarity, and Succession Planning

    22h ago

    Albert Butler: Building a Family Legacy Through Business, Financial Clarity, and Succession Planning

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with CPA, business advisor, and family legacy advocate Albert Butler about what it really takes to build a business that can thrive across generations. Albert shares why successful succession planning is about far more than taxes and financial statements - it starts with communication, leadership, and preparing both the business and the family for the future. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience advising entrepreneurs, Albert explains the common mistakes business owners make when preparing for an exit, transferring ownership to the next generation, or selling a company. He discusses business valuation, financial clarity, risk management, key-person dependency, and why many family businesses struggle when the next generation isn't truly invested in taking over. The conversation also explores Albert's unique approach to business advising, including the "Five Muscles of Enterprise," the importance of family communication, and why building a legacy requires intentional planning long before a transition takes place. If you want to create a business that outlives you and leaves a meaningful impact for future generations, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical wisdom. Connect with Albert Butler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/butleralbert/ https://albertbutler.com/ Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    36 min
  2. Ali Badi: Unlocking Business Credit: How Entrepreneurs Access Funding Without Banks

    Jun 26

    Ali Badi: Unlocking Business Credit: How Entrepreneurs Access Funding Without Banks

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Ali Badi, founder of The Score Machine, about how entrepreneurs can unlock funding without relying on traditional bank processes. From understanding how lenders think to preparing your credit profile in advance, Ali breaks down how to position yourself for approval before you even apply. They dive into the biggest mistakes business owners make with credit, why many funding applications get rejected, and how simple shifts in financial behavior can dramatically increase your chances of securing capital. Ali also shares how his AI-driven platform analyzes credit profiles, identifies opportunities for improvement, and matches users with the right institutions to access funding more efficiently. If you want to improve cash flow, scale your business, or better understand how to leverage credit as a growth tool, this episode provides practical strategies and actionable insights you can apply immediately. Contact Ali:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/alibadi1989/ Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    35 min
  3. Ben Newcomb: The Hidden Formula Behind a 9-Figure Exit

    Jun 21

    Ben Newcomb: The Hidden Formula Behind a 9-Figure Exit

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with growth strategist, executive advisor, and business transformation expert Ben Newcomb about what it takes to build a company that is valuable, scalable, and attractive to buyers. Drawing from his experience helping companies grow from startup stages to nine-figure organizations, Ben shares practical lessons on scaling revenue, improving retention, launching new products, and creating predictable growth. He explains why many business owners become the bottleneck in their own companies and how building strong systems, developing high-performing teams, and maintaining focus can dramatically increase a company's value. The conversation also explores how businesses can create recurring revenue, improve customer retention, strengthen forecasting, and prepare for successful acquisitions. Ben shares real-world examples of helping companies recover from major setbacks, increase long-term contract value, and achieve exits significantly above their original targets. If you're a founder, entrepreneur, or business owner looking to scale beyond the next growth plateau and build a company that can thrive without depending on you every day, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable strategies. Connect with Ben Newcomb:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bnewcomb/ https://www.newcombadvisors.com/ Podcast Website:  https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    47 min
  4. Phil Boland: How Top Companies Hire the Right Executives Faster and Avoid Costly Hiring Mistakes

    Jun 12

    Phil Boland: How Top Companies Hire the Right Executives Faster and Avoid Costly Hiring Mistakes

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with executive headhunter Phil Boland, who brings over 20 years of experience and more than 1,400 successful hires across finance, insurance, and technology. Phil breaks down what really happens behind the scenes when companies hire directors, VPs, and C-level leaders. He explains why traditional job postings are no longer effective, how direct outreach changes the game, and why executive hiring is less about screening and more about negotiation, timing, and positioning. The conversation also uncovers the hidden costs of bad or slow hiring, the risks companies face when roles stay unfilled too long, and how top candidates evaluate opportunities before making a move. If you are scaling a business and need the right leadership in place, this episode gives you a clear advantage on how to attract, assess, and secure high-level talent. Contact Phil: http://linkedin.com/in/philboland Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    43 min
  5. Sherri Griggs: How to Build a Wellness Business Through Trust, Transformation, and Personalized Care

    Jun 5

    Sherri Griggs: How to Build a Wellness Business Through Trust, Transformation, and Personalized Care

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with entrepreneur and wellness clinic founder Sherri Griggs about how she built Balanced Body Health and Wellness into a growing business focused on long-term client transformation and personalized care. Sherri shares how she transitioned from nursing and real estate into entrepreneurship, the lessons she learned while building credibility in the wellness space, and how creating trust-based relationships became one of the biggest drivers of business growth. She also explains how focusing on education, retention, and real client outcomes helped her stand out in a crowded industry. The conversation dives into leadership, growing a service-based business, building authority in healthcare, and why solving deeper client problems creates stronger businesses and long-term referrals. If you are interested in entrepreneurship, personal branding, and building a business around meaningful transformation, this episode is packed with practical insights and real-world experience. Connect with Sherri Griggs: http://linkedin.com/in/sherrihinkel Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast

    40 min
  6. Jaden Sterling: Wall Street Secrets and How to Build Real Wealth Through Smart Stock Investing

    May 30

    Jaden Sterling: Wall Street Secrets and How to Build Real Wealth Through Smart Stock Investing

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with former Wall Street executive Jaden Sterling about what really drives success in the stock market. After a decade inside major brokerage firms, Jaden shares how the industry is structured to profit from investors, and what wealthy clients actually do differently to build long-term wealth. Jaden explains why focusing on individual stocks, rather than packaged products, can create stronger financial outcomes. He breaks down his approach to building a portfolio, combining dividend-paying companies, large global corporations, and high-growth opportunities, all supported by his proprietary Sterling Stock Picker system. The conversation also dives into mindset, highlighting why most investors limit their potential by expecting average returns. Jaden challenges this thinking and shows how disciplined strategies, combined with conviction and understanding, can lead to significantly higher performance. If you want to take control of your investments, think differently from the crowd, and build real wealth with confidence, this episode delivers practical insights you can apply immediately. Contact Jaden:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadensterling/  Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    35 min
  7. Ral West: From Hawaiian Vacations to Cruise Ships and Building an 8-Figure Tourism Empire

    May 22

    Ral West: From Hawaiian Vacations to Cruise Ships and Building an 8-Figure Tourism Empire

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with serial entrepreneur Ral West, who shares the incredible story of building Hawaiian Vacations into an 8-figure travel company that was eventually acquired by Alaska Airlines. With more than 40 years of entrepreneurial experience, Ral reveals how she and her husband scaled a tourism business from survival mode to carrying over 35,000 passengers per year between Alaska and Hawaii. The conversation dives into bold decisions like chartering entire airplanes during a business crisis, pioneering one of the first online booking systems in the travel industry, and creating a company culture so strong that employees became family. Ral also shares how systems, leadership, and open-book management helped them step away from daily operations and build true freedom through business ownership. Ral also opens up about investing in cruise ships, navigating economic downturns, and helping entrepreneurs stop being overwhelmed operators and start building businesses that can thrive without them. If you want practical insights on scaling, leadership, systems, and creating long-term freedom through entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with lessons you can apply immediately. Contact Ral West: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralwest/ https://www.ralwest.com/  Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    48 min
  8. Charlie Sells: How to Fix Your Brand, Reduce Complexity, and Unlock Faster Business Growth

    May 15

    Charlie Sells: How to Fix Your Brand, Reduce Complexity, and Unlock Faster Business Growth

    In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with brand architect Charlie Sells about how businesses can simplify their brand, align their teams, and accelerate growth. With over 15 years of experience in marketing and positioning, including time at Ramsey Solutions, Charlie shares how clarity becomes a competitive advantage. Charlie breaks down why most companies struggle not because of lack of effort, but because of misalignment and overcomplication. He explains how focusing on clear positioning, consistent messaging, and the right strategic priorities can transform results, including turning around a declining multi-million dollar company into steady growth. The conversation also highlights the power of asking better questions, understanding your audience, and creating systems that free up leaders and teams to focus on what truly matters. If your brand feels scattered or your marketing isn’t converting, this episode gives you a practical framework to simplify, refocus, and grow. Contact Charlie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-sells/  Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/

    35 min
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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
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Robert Roth IP Holding LLC
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    Passion Millionaire