The Solopreneur Hour Podcast with Michael O'Neal

Hey, our ol’ pal Shane Sams (http://flippedlifestyle.com) stops by to talk about a newfound love of public speaking, the “back of the room” sale, and how to scale your business using courses and live events. Shane Sams is one half of the dynamic duo behind FlippedLifestyle.com. Shane and his wife Jocelyn are a real couple […]

Great chat today with the founder of StreamAlive, Lux Narayan (luxnarayan on twitter) Name Place Animal Thing on Amazon About Lux Narayan Lux Narayan believes that “So, what do you do?” is a tough question to answer and should certainly not be answered with the current title on your LinkedIn profile. In 2021, he published […]

Today my pal Mark Bologna stops by, with his new book “Beyond Bourbon St.: An Insider’s Guide to New Orleans” Mark was one of the original Sololab members, and has grown his brand and his podcast (Available on all platforms) remarkably over the last few years. Check him out at beyondbourbonst.com

Well, this is a treat.  We get to hear from a rock legend on today’s show. In this one-on-one conversation with sax player Scott Page (Pink Floyd, Supertramp, Toto) who has not only played music for millions…but is arguably more successful as a solopreneur after his main music career. This was so much fun to record. I could have […]

The FCF reboot is here everyone!  So excited to be back in your earballs.  Enjoy this show about how to charge for your services, great books to read, my mentors, and much more.

Stefan Georgi is one of the most sought-after copywriters in the world, and the creator of the RMBC method. To see examples of his killer copywriting, pop over here:  http://stefanpaulgeorgi.com/subscribe Stefan Georgi is considered one of the top direct response copywriters in the world. Since he started copywriting in 2011, Stefan’s words have grossed over $700MM […]

We were SO hyped on NFT’s at the beginning of the year, and they were ROCKING! But a massive dive in the marketplace has turned our optimism into uncertainty.  How the Bulls & Apes project has responded, and what’s next for the Crypto and NFT space, with Anthony Mongiello.

Justin Croxton of Propellant Media (http://propellant.media) comes by to talk about geofencing.  When you learn the true power of geofencing, you’ll wonder how you’ve lived without it for so long! It’s a must have for brick and mortar businesses. About Justin: As Managing Partner/CEO of Propellant Media (www.propellant.media), Justin oversees and partners with the team […]

REALLY interesting episode, this one! Website Address: keppnerboxing.com Favorite Social Media Platform Address : https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-keppner-7b3333a5/ Keppner Boxing & Fitness Franchise https://www.app.boxingfranchise.com/app https://www.keppnerboxing.com/gym-franchise-opportunities/ Keith was raised on 40 Acres in North Georgia by a mother who was a painter and a father who was a PHD in neuroscience, clinical psychologist and professional boxing coach. At age […]

Today we’ve got Todd Snively from http://createprofits.online.  He’s got a 15 day Business challenge to help folks determine the best way to make money online. Todd is one of those legit dudes that has been there and seen it all.  We had an awesome conversation. Find todd at https://facebook.com/todd.snively or http://toddsnively.com

My buddy Steve Olsher (http://podcastmagazine.com) swings by to talk about his new Solopreneur (ad)Venture: Bravo Family Mortuary in San Diego.  We talk about the trials and tribulations of creating a “brick and mortar” business (especially in very regulated California) and how a mortuary came on his radar. We get into the origin of Podcast magazine, […]

Dennis Yu from http://blitzmetrics.com is in the house once again, dropping bomb after bomb.  He’s got a new book, “The Definitive Guide to Tik-Tok Advertising” that he’s co-authored with the great Perry Marshall that is the #1 business book on Amazon.  He also talks about how to outsource within your company to get more done […]

Hi all! Back for another FCF!  It was great to be back in the saddle again answering your questions.  At the end of the show, I had a bolt of inspiration that could literally make one of our listeners a million dollars.  Have a listen for a realtime million dollar idea! The questions: Omar Zenhom Can you […]

HI. If you followed the last episode, this was the project I was referring to.  As it’s minting in the middle of May, there’s a bit of a time-sensitive nature to this.  So, listen to episode 835, and come back to this one.  Otherwise: http://bullsandapesproject.com. http://twitter.com/bullsandapesproj Make sure you follow them on Twitter and stay […]

Hi everyone.  I was compelled to record this show because I need you guys to take some action, and our timeline is pretty short.  It’s a short ep, so have a listen and reach out to me at instagram.com/solohour, twitter.com/solohour, or michael at solopreneurhour.com.  Let’s go have some fun.

Howdy folks!  On today’s show I give you the 1 month recap of my new business, Fresh Steel. ( http://getfreshsteel.com ). I talk about some of the wins, some of the losses, and some of the “must do’s” if you are running a service business of any sort. Pass this episode along to friends that […]

Our good friend Allison Melody stops by to chat about all things sponsorship…what to do, how to do it, and how many listeners/followers you need to start making money.

Today’s guest is Chris Zissis.  Chris has a unique business where he creates MASSIVE income generating YouTube channels, and sells them like real estate. Reach Chris by DM’ing him on Instagram at http://instagram.com/itschriszissis  Chris’ Bio:  I build 6 and 7 figure passive income YouTube channels for entrepreneurs without needing their time or for them to […]

If you’ve listened to the last couple of shows, you know that I’m very interested in this concept of merging a blue collar business with modern digital marketing.  One of my influences in this regard was Marshall Wayne, the Mounting Man. (http://themountingman.tv). During the Covid Pandemic, he decided (with zero construction experience or overall handy […]

Hi everyone!  Welcome back to the show. After a 6 month hiatus, we are back!  Today’s episode is about my new small business, where I’m combining a very blue collar industry with cutting edge digital marketing and strategy! http://getfreshsteel.com http://instagram.com/getfreshsteel

Returning champion Mike Johnston (http://mikeslessons.com) is back to chat about how life and business changed during the Covid pandemic.  I tried my best to make this an hour, but every time we chat it’s straight fire, so enjoy this 90 minute episode of awesomeness.

Dealing with a receding hairline shouldn’t be the end of the story, and wasn’t for me, as I went all the way to Istanbul turkey for a hair transplant.  In this episode I interview the Dr. behind a tremendous entrepreneurial venture, Dr. Emrah Cinik.  If you are considering this procedure, feel free to reach out […]

This is straight out of the headlines into your earballs.  Today, Shaun Ferguson (One of the 3 cops on the 3 Cops Talk podcast http://3copstalk.com) stops by to talk about what it’s like to be a police officer, what he thinks of the current stories, how to protect yourself better, and so much more.  The […]

Vasavi Kumar is a clinical therapist that helps people, privately and publicly, with their addiction, and there’s no better therapist, as she’s a former addict herself.  She’s a master at looking inward and identifying what the source of the addiction is, and helping people through it.  Her membership community (at VasaviKumar.com/membership) serves not only people […]

I met Tom Martin at VidSummit a couple years ago.  His YouTube SEO presentation BLEW ME AWAY.  In this show, we chat about where he came from, and give away some great tips and tricks for growing your channel on YouTube.

So, what if you made your living by traveling around the world and taking pictures, then they shut they world down?  Well, that’s what today’s guest, Gary Arndt (http://everything-everywhere.com) had to do.  Listen in to see how he solved the problem by “turning his brain inside out” and creating monetizable content. Check out his new […]

On today’s quickie episode, I talk about how having a true passion for something, and persistence in spite of adversity is the real key to success.  If you are passionate about something, you are going to want to create content and build a community around it. If you are persistent, inevitably, your goal will be […]

Today we’ve got powerhouse dating coach Marni Battista (http://datingwithdignity.com) on the show talking about how to build an incredible coaching business, how she helps her clients find love and connection, and tips for coping with Zoom and Facetime during the Pandemic.

On today’s episode of free coaching Friday we talk pivoting when events and live performance is your jam, and lots of other stuff. Featured ads on this episode: This episode is brought to you by private coaching with Michael O’Neal! CLICK HERE to check out the options.

My pal Brad Costanzo virtually stopped by for a chat about Covid 19, conspiracy theories, how he’s pivoting, and a million other subjects. Check out Bacon Wrapped Business.

In these troubled times, many of us wish we had a skill sets week could accomplish from home or if you’ve been guilty of saying “I always wanted to do Blanck, but I never had the time”, this show is for you. Relevant Links: https://www.solohourbook.com Featured ads on this episode: This episode is brought to […]

Do your past experiences have to inform your future life, or can you create your own reality? Today we talk to organizational psychologist Dr. Benjamin Hardy about how do you radically change your life in as little as 30 days. I’ll takes is the right mindset, and some consistency. Relevant Links: https://www.benjaminhardy.com PRE order Ben’s […]

Have you ever thought “Man, I wish there was an app for that!”. Today’s guest, Sean Casto of https://preapps.com, has helped hundreds of people create apps. Today we chat about how he got into the app game, and the steps necessary to create your own app! Sean Casto is the founder of the premier app […]

This morning, I jammed with Jason Aldean Drummer Rich Redmond at an undisclosed studio in LA. Rich has been playing with Jason for over 20 years. But… He’s not just a drummer. He’s an author, actor, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. We had a great chat about how he keeps such a positive attitude, and what […]

Today we have Liz Germain in Studio. Liz is an absolute YouTube wizard, in addition to being a former fitness professional, and mega amateur rapper. We chat about her transition of moving from a partnership business to a solo endeavor, growing up in Michigan, and she gives my Rennch YouTube Channel a quick assessment. Relevant […]

Filmmaker and Podcaster Allison Melody stops by to share her entrepreneurial journey of starting her brand, Food Heals. After losing both her parents to cancer in her 20’s Allison saw Western Medicine fail them decided there had to be a better way to heal and went on a mission to find it. She started a film production […]

Today we have Blitz Metrics (https://blitzmetrics.com) founder and CEO, Dennis Yu on the show. We were also joined by Jordan Paris, who wrote Growth Mindset University, and hosts the Growth Mindset University Podcast.  Dennis shared with us something he’s never shared on a show before, which is his “9 triangles” concept. (I added “of destiny”…because […]

Neuro-linguistic programming or NLP as it’s commonly called: what is it and why the heck does it matter for your business and your life? You may have heard of it or perhaps you’ve even tried it, but do you know how impactful it can be on your solopreneurial journey? Our guest for episode 780, Andy […]

On today’s episode of free coaching Friday we talk podcast hosting, how to make money as a singer/songwriter, bespoke blazers for men, and awesome customer service. Featured ads on this episode: This episode is brought to you by private coaching with Michael O’Neal! CLICK HERE to check out the options.

Today we’re chatting with the hardest working man in the automotive show business, Mike Brewer.  As the creator and the host of the #1 automotive show in the world, Wheeler Dealers, Mike has seen and heard a lot since 2003!  After a very public breakup with the original mechanic of the show, Edd China, Wheeler […]

On this show, which I recorded at 85 miles an hour while driving to Las Vegas, I go through the process of how I’m going to use my new car for my business, not only writing the entire thing off but how to make it a win-win for everybody involved. Relevant Links: Kit.com/solohour Featured ads […]

On this exciting free coaching Friday episode, I relay my adventure of buying a car in Chicago and the challenges that I faced. Then I got into some great questions from you, fellow listeners! Go to Conferencetopia.com for my free course on how to conference better and the ability to submit your questions for free […]

Today’s guest is Anton Crowley from dropshiplifestyle.com. We talked about how the four hour work week completely changed his life and business, how he is created and sold multiple dropship businesses, how to research and create your own dropship e-commerce business in 2019, and how crazy it is to cross the street in Vietnam! Relevant […]

It’s been a few years since Ryan Levesque’s worldwide sensation “Ask” launched his career into the stratosphere.  His brand new book, “Choose”, helps people pick the perfect business to start. You can get a TON of free swag at this URL:  https://choosethebook.com/solohour a FREE copy for a limited time (just pay S&H) plus over $200 […]

Well, it’s time for a brain dump.  I’ve been immersing myself in automating my business, and I thought I’d give you a breakdown of how I think about automation, what apps and services I use, my philosophy on automation, and how it can open up doors you haven’t even thought of yet. I’ve also made […]

Welcome to our weekly Q&A edition of The Solopreneur Hour. If you haven’t been here before on Fridays we publish an episode devoted to answering YOUR questions dear listeners! To submit a question join the mailing list, contact me via the Contact page on the site or join our Proudly Unemployable Facebook group. You can […]

Joel Comm (@joelcomm) and I sit down at CES to talk about new tech, pivoting when your business changes, and having the b*lls to “just start!”

Systems, Systems, Systems. We know we need ’em.  We don’t know how to do ’em. Fortunately for us, there’s Jaime Masters to help us out with such things.  Her new brand, OwnerBox (https://ownerbox.com), helps solopreneurs and business owners systematize their biz by working with Jaime’s world class team. Have a look at https://eventualmillionaire.com/sh for some […]

Howdy.  On today’s rambling episode, I chat about coaching, investing in one’s self, fat-shaming, and goal setting. email me at [email protected] for coaching special info. Here’s the 9 minute HIIT workout I’m doing: https://www.nytimes.com/guides/well/strength-training-plyometrics And here’s the app I’m using: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/seconds-interval-timer-hiit/id475816966?mt=8