What does it really take to go from blue-collar grind to building and selling a multi-million-dollar business?

In this episode of the Time Hacker Podcast, Mike Fallat sits down with Chuck Staszkiewicz, a former master plumber who grew a service-based business from nothing into a $20M+ operation and successfully sold it to private equity.

Chuck shares his raw, unfiltered journey. From growing up with nothing, battling early life setbacks, and working endless hours in the trades, to discovering the hard business lessons most contractors learn too late. You’ll hear how pricing mistakes nearly cost him everything, how COVID exposed the cracks in his business, and why mentorship, systems, and intentional action completely changed the trajectory of his company.

This conversation dives deep into what separates struggling service businesses from scalable, sellable assets. Customer experience, pricing psychology, grassroots marketing, leadership, systems, and why you do not need to be the cheapest to win.

If you’re a service-based entrepreneur trying to break past seven figures, get out of the truck, or build something worth selling, this episode is required listening.

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In this powerhouse episode of the Time Hacker Podcast, Mike Fallat sits down with elite fitness strategist and off-the-grid warrior Fraser Bayley to unpack the truth about building a high-performance body without wasting time, money, or energy.

Fraser reveals why most entrepreneurs destroy their energy through overtraining, undertraining, dehydration, and bad software (aka bad food). He breaks down why band workouts beat traditional weights after 40, how to find your Goldilocks training zone, and how to unleash more energy from sunlight, movement, and low-barrier daily fitness.

Mike and Fraser dive into consistency, recovery, functional strength, mitochondrial “charging,” documenting your fitness journey, and building a body that makes you hard to kill — all without stepping foot in a gym.

If you’re a high-performing entrepreneur who wants more energy, better health, sharper thinking, and a sustainable fitness plan that actually fits your life… this episode is a game changer.

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In this gripping episode of the Mike Fallat Time Hacker Podcast, Mike sits down with author and entrepreneur Bevan Cox, whose new book Turn Toward the Storm: How I Turned Trauma into Triumph unpacks one of the most harrowing and inspiring redemption stories you’ll ever hear.

Bevan opens up about a childhood marked by trauma, a lifetime of people-pleasing, and the destructive belief systems that followed him into adulthood. After finding himself in an unhealthy marriage, losing his identity, and eventually hitting rock bottom—culminating in a near-suicide attempt—Bevan experienced a series of life-altering events that forced him to confront his deepest wounds.

One of the most shocking moments of the conversation: Bevan describes being wrongfully accused of attempted murder, arrested, held without bail, and facing a potential life sentence. A last-minute revelation about a forgotten dash cam—something he almost returned—ended up saving him from prison. That moment became a spiritual turning point, rekindling his relationship with God and reshaping his entire identity.

Mike and Bevan unpack the lessons learned:
• How childhood trauma shapes adult decisions
• Why people-pleasers become magnets for narcissists
• How to rebuild your sense of self from nothing
• Why peace—not profit—is the highest pursuit
• How entrepreneurs can turn personal storms into rocket fuel
• And why true confidence comes from steering through chaos, not avoiding it

Bevan’s story is raw, real, and packed with wisdom for anyone battling their own storm—especially entrepreneurs, empaths, and anyone trying to heal from the past.

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What happens when the business you built becomes the cage that traps you?

In this powerful episode of The Mike Fallat Show, I sit down with Eric Kline, author of The Liberated CEO: The Business That Runs Without You. Eric’s journey takes us from the high-end construction world of the Cayman Islands to the inner workings of the Ritz-Carlton’s gold-standard culture — and how those lessons shaped his philosophy on leadership, systems, and freedom.

We dive deep into the hero trap—that dangerous addiction entrepreneurs have to being needed for every decision—and how it destroys growth. Eric reveals the three I’s of hiring (Integrity, Intensity, and Intelligence), how to retrain your dopamine system as a leader, and why culture always beats strategy.

From running multimillion-dollar projects to mastering leadership through empowerment, Eric proves that the real legacy isn’t the buildings you create—it’s the people who carry your vision forward.

And of course, we talk AI in construction, Extreme Ownership, and how the future belongs to those who use the robots, not those replaced by them.

🔥 If you’re an entrepreneur who’s tired of running every department, answering every call, and wearing every hat—this episode will show you what true freedom feels like.

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Podcast Description – The Mike Fallat Podcast ft. Dan Innarella (“The Exit Blueprint”)

In this powerhouse episode of The Mike Fallat Podcast, Mike sits down with Dan Innarella, bestselling author of The Exit Blueprint: Escape the 9 to 5 by Turning Your Skill into a Successful Business.

Dan shares his journey from CFO to full-time entrepreneur, breaking down what it really takes to trade corporate comfort for true freedom. From managing multimillion-dollar companies to flipping houses, building real estate portfolios, and coaching others, Dan reveals the mindset, strategy, and grit required to build a business that works for you — not the other way around.

Together, Mike and Dan dive deep into:
🔥 The mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur
🏗️ How to choose the right business model before you quit your job
💰 The balance between fast, medium, and slow money (and why every entrepreneur needs all three)
📊 How to avoid “number blindness” — and why ignoring the math can destroy your business
❤️ The role of faith, family, and intuition in knowing when to take the leap
📚 Why studying books like Think and Grow Rich and The Bible shaped Dan’s success mindset

Dan also opens up about how his wife gave him the courage to leave a secure corporate career — and how that one decision changed everything. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ready to escape the golden handcuffs, trust their gut, and start living life on their own terms.

🎯 Key Lesson: Freedom isn’t about leaving your job — it’s about building something that sets you free.

📘 Get the Book: The Exit Blueprint – available now on Amazon
📲 Connect with Dan: Instagram @dan_innarella | Email: dan@nycrealestate.com

💻 More from Mike: www.MikeFallat.com

🔥 “Regret weighs tons. Discipline weighs ounces. Don’t wait another day to build your exit blueprint.”

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Podcast Description – Mike Fallat Show ft. Kaitlyn Ziegler (“She’s Not Broken”)

In this powerful and inspiring episode of The Mike Fallat Podcast, Mike sits down with Kaitlyn R. Ziegler, bestselling author of She’s Not Broken: How to Heal, Reinvent, and Become the Woman You Were Meant to Be.

Kaitlyn opens up about her journey from military service to motherhood to entrepreneurship, revealing how she turned struggle into strength and pain into purpose. She discusses what inspired her to write her book — a message of empowerment for women redefining themselves beyond trauma, expectations, and self-doubt.

Together, Mike and Kaitlyn dive deep into identity, standards, self-respect, faith, and personal development. Kaitlyn shares how discipline from the military, healing through coaching, and her drive to help others led her to launch her coaching business, real estate ventures, and speaking career. She also reveals what it really means to raise your standards, protect your time, and embrace discomfort as the catalyst for transformation.

Whether you’re a woman searching for purpose, an entrepreneur building your foundation, or anyone looking to level up in life, this episode is packed with truth bombs, practical wisdom, and raw motivation.

🎯 Topics Covered:

• Overcoming identity crises and finding purpose after major life transitions
• Turning pain into a mission through writing and coaching
• The importance of environment, standards, and delayed gratification
• Healing, motherhood, and leadership as a young entrepreneur
• How to build a life rooted in self-worth and faith

📘 Get Kaitlyn’s Book: She’s Not Broken – available on Amazon
📲 Follow Kaitlyn: @KaitlynRZiegler

💻 Website: ShesNotBroken.com
(launching soon)

🔥 “You’re not broken — you’re being rebuilt.” — Kaitlyn Ziegler

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In this values-packed episode of Million Dollar Stories, Mike Fallat interviews Justin Daymude, the founder of Seven Baskets Financial Coaching, a leadership and financial stewardship program rooted in Biblical wisdom and personal discipline.

Justin’s journey is all about alignment—faith, finances, family, and personal freedom. With his powerful Seven Baskets system, he helps men, couples, and leaders step into their divine calling, clean up their money habits, and reclaim purpose in their lives.

This episode is a masterclass in stewardship, with Justin breaking down what it really takes to get your house in order—spiritually, emotionally, and financially.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

• 🙏 The Biblical Blueprint for Finances: How Genesis 47:24 became the inspiration behind the Seven Baskets system—and why God’s Word is the ultimate personal finance manual.
• 🧺 What Are the 7 Baskets? A breakdown of how to divide your income for housing, tithing, savings, spending, taxes, giving, and investments in a way that aligns with faith and freedom.
• 💥 Pain, Pivot, and Purpose: Justin opens up about the moment his marriage nearly fell apart—and how a complete realignment of priorities saved everything.
• 💰 Faith Over Finance: Why spiritual discipline is more important than flashy strategies—and how God’s plan beats your spreadsheet every time.
• 🧠 Men, Mindset, and Money: Why most men are playing defense in life—and how Justin is helping them go on offense through community, coaching, and conviction.
• 💼 From Real Estate to Coaching: How Justin pivoted from a successful real estate career to launching a movement that combines financial literacy and discipleship.
• 🔥 Get Your House in Order: The call to men, fathers, and business leaders to step up, serve their families, and lead from a place of faith and stewardship.

Justin’s voice is a needed one in today’s world—bold, biblical, and unapologetic. If you’ve been looking for clarity in your money, leadership, or marriage, this episode is your wake-up call.

📍Connect with Justin Daymude:

• 🌐 Website: 7basketsfinancial.com
• 📘 Programs: One-on-One Coaching & Seven Baskets System
• 📩 Email: justin@7basket.com
• 🧠 Community: Join his leadership program or get trained in stewardship-based financial coaching

🧨 Mike’s Takeaway:
“This ain’t about getting rich. It’s about getting right—with God, with your wife, with your money. Justin Daymude is helping men wake up, rise up, and clean up their lives. The Seven Baskets ain’t just a system—it’s a legacy blueprint.”

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🔥 Episode Summary:

In this empowering episode of Million Dollar Stories, Mike Fallat interviews entrepreneur, educator, and bestselling author Jamie McClintic, who shares her journey from high school accounting student to bestselling author and leadership coach.

Jamie’s book Leading with Purpose is more than a leadership guide—it’s a sassy, sarcastic, straight-talking roadmap for anyone looking to step into their power as a leader, whether you're running a school, a business, or your own life.

Together, Mike and Jamie dive into the realities of leadership, entrepreneurship, mental health, purpose, clarity, and what it means to truly grow a life and business that matter.

💡 What You'll Learn:

• ✍️ The Origin of the Book: How journaling her leadership journey sparked Leading with Purpose and how a defining “Ground Zero” moment in 2008 lit the fire for change.
• 🎓 From Educator to Entrepreneur: Why education is still Jamie’s true calling—and how her background shaped her ability to create transformational courses and coaching programs.
• 💬 Leadership Redefined: Why great leaders don’t have all the answers—and why their real power lies in listening, supporting, and seeing others' potential before they see it themselves.
• 🔥 Purpose, Legacy, and Clarity: Jamie’s take on aligning with your future 80-year-old self to ditch doubt, own your awesomeness, and leave a lasting impact.
• 🤝 The Power of Coaching & Mastermind Groups: How working with like-minded people creates momentum, accountability, and massive personal growth.
• 💥 Why Leadership is Lonely—But Doesn’t Have to Be: Learn about Jamie’s new mastermind group launching in September 2025 for leaders, educators, and entrepreneurs seeking community and support.
• 📈 Taking Action is the Secret Sauce: Why Jamie’s courses are built around one core belief—clarity comes from doing.

🧠 Mike’s Key Takeaway:
“Leadership isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about owning your story, staying in the game, and becoming the person your younger and older self would be proud of. If you're ready to write your own story with purpose, Jamie McClintic is someone to have in your corner.”

📍Connect with Jamie McClintic:

• 🌐 Website: JamieMcClintic.com
• 📩 Email: resultsmindset@yahoo.com or info@jamiemcclintic.com
• 📘 Book: Leading with Purpose: Mastering Essential Leadership Skills – Available on Amazon
• 🎁 Freebie: The Power of Effective Habits – Download at Jamie’s site
• 🧠 Join the Mastermind: Sunday Zoom calls begin September 2025—open to entrepreneurs, educators, and aspiring leaders

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