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Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast

Chris Garrison & Kevin Marron

Being a blue collar entrepreneur is tough. But it"s even tougher when you don"t have the manpower, systems, or consistent work in place. You"re left scrambling around, doing everything yourself, and stressed out of your mind. Worst part? It takes a toll on you physically, which can bankrupt your business. But lucky for you, you found the Blue Collar Millionaire podcast. Turns out, there is a proven and repeatable way to net a million dollars each year with your business—while also getting

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All Episodes

The 4 Pillars Every Entrepreneur Gets Wrong

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2026/03/19

Most entrepreneurs aren't failing because they're not working hard… They're failing because they're getting the fundamentals wrong. In this episode, we break down the 4 pillars that actually determine success: Leverage – using time, money, and people the right way Arbitrage – how real businesses create profit People – why A players change everything Service – why giving without expectation brings opportunities The truth is simple: 👉 Either you're getting leveraged… or you're leveraging 👉 Either

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The AI Mistake Most Businesses Are Making

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2026/03/13

Most businesses are starting to use AI. But most are using it the wrong way. In this episode, we break down the biggest mistake business owners make with AI and how to actually use tools like ChatGPT and other AI platforms to improve decision making, save time, and scale operations. Many entrepreneurs treat AI like Google asking simple questions or using it to write a quick post. But the real opportunity is much bigger. AI can become a board of advisors, a business coach, and a decision-making tool

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31:41

From Startup to $26.1 Million: Chris Studdard's...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2026/03/06

In this episode, Kevin and Chris sit down with Chris Studdard, a Boardroom Elite member who helped scale Home Pro Mobility into a $26.1 million home services business operating in 17 states. Chris shares his incredible journey from prison to becoming a partner in a fast-growing company that specializes in stairlifts, accessibility solutions, and aging-in-place home modifications. This conversation breaks down the real strategies behind scaling a service business, including how strong sales

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01:07:40

The "Fresh Dirt" Strategy How to Buy the Right...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2026/02/27

The "Fresh Dirt" Strategy: How to Buy the Right Business in a Growing Market Most entrepreneurs look at revenue. Private equity looks at EBITDA. But Tyler Brennan looks for something different… Fresh dirt. In this episode of the Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast, Tyler breaks down the exact strategy he used to: Buy an $850K golf course and turn down a $12.5M offer Scale a drone e-commerce business to $18M Exit multiple businesses to private equity Identify growing markets before everyone else If

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33:52

PE Teacher to Entrepreneur: Mike Colwell's Million...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2026/02/20

How does a former PE teacher go from zero trade experience to building a multi-location, eight-figure service business? In this episode of the Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast, we sit down with Mike Colwell, founder of MC Fence & Deck, to break down the real story behind his million-dollar transformation from teaching gym class to scaling a business that now generates over $33M in annual revenue. Mike didn't start as a tradesman. He didn't know installation. And he didn't grow up in the industry

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14:49

Stay Profitable During Downturns with This Lean Strategy

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2026/01/22

Slow seasons don't have to crush your business if you know how to operate lean and think ahead. In this episode, we break down exactly how serious blue-collar operators stay profitable during downturns by cutting waste (not growth), keeping marketing on, and using slow time to strengthen the business instead of panicking. We cover: - Why cutting marketing during slow periods is a costly mistake - How to operate lean without choking future growth - Smart outreach strategies when leads slow down -

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54:12

Chimney Sweep to Multi-Million Dollar CEO

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2026/01/09

In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Gainey, the former sergeant and nuclear facility manager who turned his part-time chimney sweeping venture into a multi-million dollar empire. Daniel shares his inspiring journey from working two jobs to support his family, to navigating the challenges of running a successful business with 1099 contractors. Learn about the pivotal moments that shaped his business, his transition from law enforcement to entrepreneurship, and the critical advice he received

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35:09

He Built 200 Websites Before Making a Dollar - Then...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/12/30

He built 200 websites before he ever made a single dollar. Most people would've quit long before that. In this episode of the Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast, we sit down with Adam McChesney, founder of Builders of Authority, to break down how years of failure turned into a multi-million dollar business, a successful exit, and a scalable marketing system that actually works. We talk about: Why marketing always works if the strategy is right How SEO quietly generated 300–400 calls per month The truth

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29:14

The Blue Collar Millionaire's Playbook Strategies for...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/12/05

In this episode, Kevin, Chris and Ricardo break down what most owners never see: How to get a 15–20 year head start by sitting in the right rooms Why mindshare and masterminds are more valuable than any course How to actually attract investors and capital (and why the bank saying "no" should be a wake-up call) What makes serious money want to bet on you as the jockey, not just the deal Why documenting your work beats flexing cars and watches when it comes to raising money How to learn a new industry

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28:12

From Laundromats to Million-dollar Moves: A Journey...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/11/28

In this insightful episode, Ricardo Torres delves into the art of building successful broker relationships and scaling businesses strategically. He shares his journey of buying a $2.9 million dry cleaner while owning a laundromat, the importance of making tough decisions, and elevating team members to enhance business efficiency. Ricardo emphasizes the value of confidence, transparency, and leveraging personal victories in business transactions. Additionally, he discusses the benefits of surrounding

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29:22

Beyond the Uniform Ricardo Torres' Roadmap to...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/11/21

From Air Force flight suit to luxury dry cleaning, laundromats, and apartment complexes… In this episode of Blue Collar Millionaire, Ricardo Torres shares how he went beyond the uniform and built true entrepreneurial freedom — not just financially, but with his time for his wife and daughters. This is Part 1 of a 3-part series with Ricardo, where we break down his mindset shift from "I can't do that" to "How can I do that?" and how that one shift became the foundation for everything he's built

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25:35

Millionaire Mindset: Turning Challenges into Triumphs

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/11/14

Most people see the highlight reel… They don't see the seasons where you wake up with a ton of bricks on your chest, hate your life, and start wondering if it's even worth it. In this episode, Kevin sits down with co-host and Blue Collar Millionaire partner Chris Garrison to unpack how he went from: Depressed, broke, and stuck in a marriage that was falling apart Driving around thinking about ending it all Making excuses for a full decade… …to building multiple 7-figure businesses, real estate, a

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31:12

No College, No Excuses How Kevin Built & Sold a...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/11/07

Kevin Marron didn't go to college. He built his education in the real world — starting from lawns, gutters, and long nights that turned into a multi-state business. In this episode, Kevin shares how he scaled a small service company into 29 states, sold it to private equity, and achieved the kind of financial freedom most people only dream about. This one's for every blue collar entrepreneur who's ever wondered if the grind is worth it — the answer is yes. You just have to stay consistent, surround

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22:21

Massive Action + Consistency The Simple Formula...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/10/31

Massive Action + Consistency: The Simple Formula Winners Use Most people quit before they ever see results not because their idea is bad, but because their sample size is too small. In this episode, Kevin and Chris break down the real formula winners use: Massive Action + Consistency + Controlled Risk. They talk about why most people pull the plug too early, how to test ideas the right way, and why getting haters is actually a good sign. You'll also learn how to take calculated risks, build belief

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23:52

How to Charge Premium Prices (Without Losing Customers)

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/10/24

Most business owners think they need to lower prices to stay competitive - wrong. In this episode, Kevin and Chris break down how to raise your prices and still have customers lining up to buy. They share the systems that make it effortless for clients to say “yes” fast communication, simple offers, frictionless service, and reliability that builds trust. When you make it easy to buy, people stop price shopping and start choosing you. What You’ll Learn: 🔹 How to make your customer’s life easier

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Business Owners Beware! The REAL Reason You're...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/10/10

Business Owners Beware! The REAL Reason You're Struggling to Grow Most business owners think working harder will fix everything, but that’s the trap keeping you stuck. In this episode, Kevin and Chris break down why being a great technician isn’t enough and why mastering sales and marketing is what actually grows a business. They reveal: - The 3 roles every business owner must understand (from Michael Gerber’s E-Myth) - Why “doing it all yourself” kills growth - How to buy or scale a business the

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16:15

Turning Focus into Fortune: Lessons from Blue Collar...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/10/03

Turning Focus into Fortune: Lessons from Blue Collar Millionaires Join Kevin and Chris as they delve into the importance of maintaining focus in business endeavors. In this episode, they discuss the pitfalls of diversifying services too quickly and emphasize the benefits of mastering one niche before expanding. Drawing from personal experiences, they highlight why many entrepreneurs falter by spreading themselves too thin and share strategies for identifying when and how to smartly integrate new

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15:39

The Simple Role Play Strategy That Doubles Sales

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/09/26

Role playing isn’t just practice, it’s the fastest way to build confidence, close more deals, and keep your team happy. In this episode, Chris and Kevin break down: 🔹 Why frameworks beat memorized scripts every time 🔹 How role play turns nervous employees into confident closers 🔹 Simple steps to upsell without pressure or confusion 🔹 Quick wins that motivate your team and boost retention 🔹 Real stories from the field on training salespeople, technicians, and inspectors If you want your team to

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34:37

From Zero to Hero: Scaling Up in the Windshield Business

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/09/19

Two first-time owners. Day-one chaos. Hockey-stick growth. In this episode, Mike and Matt break down exactly what happened after taking over a 30-year business: the awkward start as younger owners, the 60-day clean-up, the months of “flat” growth, and the breakthrough that took them from ~$100K/month to nearly $500K/month - FAST. We talk real tactics: digging into CRM data, testing multiple growth plays (including failures), finding the winning revenue vein, and building a team with in-person hires

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14:42

Breaking Free From Six-Figure Salaries to Business...

Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast ·

2025/09/12

What does it take to leave behind a secure six-figure salary, student debt, and the “safe” path… to take a leap into business ownership? In this episode, Kevin and Chris sit down with Mike Jackson and Matt Nettles - two ordinary guys with steady jobs, families to provide for, and everything to lose. Instead of playing it safe, they bet on themselves, bought a business, and began building a new future. Inside this conversation: 🔥 The risks (and rewards) of walking away from stability 🔥 The

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