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Failing to Success

Top 5% Ranked Podcast! True stories of entrepreneurs falling forward. Join us as we sit down to hear their real life experiences of triumph over adversity and key metrics that defined their growth. Business Inquiries: chad@ftspod.com

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13:04

$17 Million in Coffee Roasted to Taste

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2025/09/24

Company Stats:Founded: 1993Annual Revenue: $17 millionEmployees: 195Locations: 9 cafes in Southeastern WisconsinCo-ownership: Established in 2016Certified B Corp since 2022Podcast Highlights:✅ Stone Creek Coffee scales through B2B, grocery distribution, and e-commerce rather than new physical locations.✅ Roast-level guided product lines make specialty coffee more accessible to everyday consumers.✅ Certified B Corp ensures focus on employee wellbeing, ethical sourcing, and positive community

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10:44

350 Years in Handcrafting Chocolates

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2025/05/14

Bissinger’s OverviewGrowth: Direct-to-consumer division grew 160% between 2020–2022Employees: 100Founded: 1668Bissinger’s Podcast Highlights ✅ Bissinger’s maintains 350+ years of chocolate-making tradition through small-batch, handcrafted methods ✅ Direct-to-consumer growth has surged with integrated catalog and online marketing strategies ✅ Scaling is achieved by adding small production lines while preserving artisan quality and product consistencyEpisode Summary In this episode, Dan Abel, Chief

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13:03

$350 Million in Multi-Family Assets

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2025/04/23

Jake & Gino OverviewAnnual Revenue: $24 Million in RentsEmployees: 90Founded: 20131,800 multifamily units currently owned and $350 million in assets under managementJake & Gino Podcast Highlights✅ Real estate success stems from creating long-term systems, not chasing quick wins or syndication trends ✅ Vertical integration enables profit-per-unit optimization and complete control over property operations ✅ Understanding your money mindset and investing goals is crucial before scaling into

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00:09

Relief from Chargebacks

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2025/04/09

Chargebacks911 OverviewFounded: 2012Employees: ~350Chargebacks911 Podcast Highlights✅ Chargebacks911 supports hundreds of thousands of clients worldwide, including banks, merchants, and tech companies. ✅ Benjamin attributes career growth to continuous self-development, problem-solving, and integrity in leadership. ✅ International expansion success starts with markets similar to your own and hiring local, culturally aligned teams.Episode SummaryIn this episode, Benjamin Bridwell, President of

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13:06

$8 Million in Mortgage

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2025/04/02

RCG Mortgage OverviewFounded: April 2017Annual Revenue: $6M–$8MEmployees: 40RCG Mortgage Podcast Highlights✅ RCG Mortgage scales by staying purchase-centric and building long-term, value-driven partnerships with realtors. ✅ Social media strategy combines humor, education, and authenticity to turn a “boring” industry into relatable and viral content. ✅ Delegating tasks and buying back time helps Andrew scale operations while maintaining a high standard of excellence.Episode SummaryIn this engaging

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08:42

$250 Million in Air Filtration

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2025/03/26

Filterbuy OverviewFounded: 2012Annual Revenue: $250 millionEmployees: ~1,000Filterbuy Podcast Highlights✅ Filterbuy scales to $250M+ by owning its manufacturing and logistics, ensuring next-day delivery and minimal inventory waste. ✅ The company mastered Amazon early, leveraging its growth to dominate the air filter industry while maintaining direct-to-consumer control. ✅ Success in e-commerce comes from mastering one sales channel before expanding—Amazon was key for Filterbuy, TikTok Shops could be

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13:35

$1 Billion in Digital Asset Transactions

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2025/03/19

Flippa OverviewFounded: 2009Total Transaction Value Processed: Over $1 billionAnnual Transaction Volume: Around $200 million# of Employees: 75Flippa Podcast Highlights✅ Flippa has processed over $1 billion in digital asset sales, democratizing online business exits.✅ AI-powered matching and data integrations ensure trust and transparency in business transactions.✅ YouTube channels, AI-powered businesses, and KDP publishing are among the fastest-growing categories on Flippa.Episode SummaryIn this

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13:44

$100 Million Raised for Home Building

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2025/03/12

FrameTec OverviewFounded: 2022Capital Raised: $100 millionValuation: Approximately $1 billion# of Employees: 40FrameTec Podcast Highlights✅ Raising capital is about trust, not hype—relationships built over years lead to rapid funding success.✅ Hiring the right mentor accelerates growth—paying for expertise creates accountability and drives high-impact decision-making.✅ FrameTec's innovative construction process is 4x faster, produces 99% less waste, and ensures superior quality through

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08:41

$300 Million in Home Care Franchising

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2025/02/19

Company StatsFounded: 1980Revenue: $300 millionEmployees: 25,000Locations: 254Episode Highlights✅ Home care demand is surging, with 77% of seniors preferring to age at home, driving rapid industry growth.✅ The franchise model provides shared services, allowing smaller brands to leverage marketing, legal, and operational support for accelerated growth.✅ Technology and innovation, including AI and virtual care solutions, are shaping the future of home healthcare.Episode SummaryIn this episode, Todd

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10:05

$10 Million in Direct Hire Recruitment

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2025/02/12

Company StatsFounded: 2013Revenue: $10 millionEmployees: 36Episode Highlights✅ Investing in top talent drives rapid business growth, allowing subject matter experts to scale new divisions effectively.✅ Offering financial stability through six-figure guarantees attracts high-performing recruiters from competitive firms.✅ Building a strong company culture through clearly defined core values ensures consistency and long-term success.Episode SummaryIn this episode, Jeremy Jenson, CEO of Encore Search

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12:07

Franchising in the Handyman Industry

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2025/02/11

Company StatsRevenue:San Diego location: $1.2 million in year one, projected $1.4 million in year two.East Bay location: $498,000 in year one, projected $1.2 million in year two.Employees: 100+Founded: March 2005.Episode Highlights✅ The handyman business offers strong cash flow and a low barrier to entry, making it a scalable opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs.✅ Franchisees benefit from a global marketing machine that reduces lead costs and increases service rates, leading to higher

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12:09

1,000% Growth in Multi-Family Property Renovations

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2025/02/05

Company StatsRevenue: Multiple seven figures and growing.Growth Rate: Nearly 1,000% growth over the past three years.Industry Recognition: Ranked in the top 500 on the Inc. 5000 list and the second fastest-growing company in their space in Ohio.Founded: 2018.Episode Highlights✅ The right market makes a difference—shifting from real estate flipping to multifamily property management resulted in nearly 1,000% growth.✅ Systems and automation enable scale—streamlining operations through software allows

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10:32

The $100 Million Energy Services Powerhouse

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2025/01/29

Company StatsRevenue: $100 million+Employees: 400+Founded: 2003Episode Highlights✅ Rapid scaling is possible with a strong vision, growing from $4 million to $48 million in just five years through strategic planning.✅ Employee ownership fosters commitment, with over 30% of SurePoint now owned by employees, driving culture and performance.✅ Crisis management is key; turning financial distress into a rallying opportunity helped SurePoint survive and thrive post-pandemic.Episode SummaryIn this episode,

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09:44

$8 Million+ in Brokering Software Startups

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2025/01/22

Company StatsRevenue: $8 millionEmployees: 20Founded: 2020Database: Largest in the world for software buyers, with over 500,000 registered buyersStartups Listed: Over 1,000 profitable startups currently listedEpisode Highlights✅ Bootstrapping to success: Acquire.com scaled from $0 to $8M in revenue by streamlining the startup acquisition process.✅ Profitable startups sell faster: Software startups with consistent revenue and a fair valuation attract buyers within 30-90 days.✅ Simplified

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10:38

$60 Million in Playground Equipment

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2025/01/15

Company StatsRevenue: $60 millionTeam Size: 230Founded: 2007Episode Highlights✅ Transitioning to a distributor model in 2015 enabled exponential growth, with a $20 million revenue increase in 2019, and distributors now driving 90% of revenue.✅ Owning premium domain names strengthens brand credibility and protects market position in a competitive industry.✅ Supporting independent sellers instead of consolidating sales boosts distributor loyalty and industry reach.Episode SummaryIn this episode,

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11:16

$13 Million in Cookie Franchises

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2025/01/08

Company StatsRevenue: $13 millionLocations: 80+ opened locations with 450+ franchises sold.Employees: 100Founded: 2018Episode Highlights✅ Dirty Dough achieves 100x growth in two years by vertically integrating manufacturing and simplifying franchise operations.✅ Responding creatively to lawsuits can turn challenges into opportunities for massive brand visibility and sales growth.✅ Scaling franchises effectively involves leveraging advisors, social media, and compelling business models for wider

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41:59

$7 Million in Superfood Development

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2025/01/02

Company StatsRevenue: $7 million in the past three yearsVertically Integrated: Fully self-sufficient operation controlling formulation, manufacturing, and distributionUnique Superfood Ingredients: Imports exotic superfoods and salts from global trade routes, including IranEpisode Highlights✅ Vertical integration empowers brands to maintain quality, reduce costs, and eliminate dependency on external partners.✅ Pairing superfoods with complementary alkaloids significantly enhances bioavailability and

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12:15

$2 Billion in Cases Settled

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2024/12/11

Company StatsRevenue: $240 million in cases in 2024Cases Settled: Over $2 billion in settlements and verdicts since inceptionEmployees: 230+, including 50+ lawyersFounded: 1995Episode Highlights✅ Scaling a law firm requires running it like a business, with a focus on numbers, processes, and mentorship.✅ Pre-planning for growth, including hiring and training before the influx of cases, leads to sustainable success.✅ Coaches provide accountability, strategy, and structure to help law firms and

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09:57

$200 Million for Employee Benefits

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2024/12/04

Company StatsCapital Raised: $200 million+Employees: 230+Founded: 2012Episode Highlights✅ Fundraising requires full focus—treat it as a full-time job for maximum efficiency.✅ A well-defined cultural playbook aligns team behavior and values with company goals.✅ Transparent communication and constant iteration improve company culture over time.Episode SummaryIn this episode, Alex Frommeyer, founder of BEAM Benefits, discusses the journey of raising over $200 million in funding and the role of company

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14:53

$430 Million in Value-based Healthcare with Arkos...

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2024/11/27

Company StatsRevenue: $430 millionEmployees: 800Founded: 2019Episode Highlights✅ U.S. healthcare needs value-based care to improve outcomes and reduce costs.✅ Preventative care and patient education are crucial for long-term health improvement.✅ Financial incentives align provider goals with quality care, leading to better patient experiences.Episode SummaryIn this episode, Amish Purohit, President of Arkos Health, delves into the complexities of the U.S. healthcare system and the need for a shift

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