In this inspiring episode, roofing entrepreneur Chris Romney shares how a corporate layoff — while his wife was pregnant with twins — became the catalyst for building his own business and redefining success. From peach orchards in Mexico to running a thriving roofing company in Arizona, Chris’s story is about resilience, faith, and finding purpose beyond the pursuit of money. He opens up about the advice he received from Ed Mylett, the importance of daily discipline, and the life-changing moment when God shifted his focus from profit to peace.

Key Takeaways:

• 💡 Necessity can be the greatest motivator — Chris turned a layoff into the launchpad for his roofing business.

• 🛠 Simplicity scales — His “two sales a day” rule built a million-dollar pipeline.

• 🙏 Faith and family first — Business thrives when personal priorities are in order.

• 🚫 Avoid the trap of instant gratification — Long-term wins require consistent daily effort.

• 🗣 Vulnerability is a leadership strength — Opening up creates stronger connections at work and home.

• 🏠 True success = peace — Not money, but harmony in family and faith.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/Spj72q1ZixE

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-romney-604b00362/

In this energizing episode, we sit down with Roger Martin — former C-Suite pharmaceutical executive turned serial entrepreneur — to unpack his 30-year career journey and the mindset shifts that fueled his leap into business ownership. Roger shares how he went from managing 500-person teams in Big Pharma to launching three thriving ventures, including RockBox Fitness and Thrive More Autopilot. His story is one of courage, values-driven leadership, and the relentless pursuit of execution over perfection.

Key Takeaways:

• Why Roger left a lucrative corporate career for the uncertainty of entrepreneurship

• The one universal truth: every business is a sales and marketing business

• How to distinguish branding, marketing, and sales — and use each effectively

• The “four frogs” story that separates dreamers from doers

• Why values should guide every tough business decision

• The importance of lifelong learning and applied knowledge for entrepreneurial growth

Timestamps
0:00 Intro – Meet Roger Martin
2:00 From Pharma Executive to Entrepreneur
4:07 Walking Away from the C-Suite
8:00 The Reality Check: Life After Corporate
12:21 The Truth: Every Business is Sales & Marketing
15:22 Branding vs. Marketing vs. Sales
19:55 The Four Frogs: Why Deciding ≠ Doing
21:01 Confidence Comes LAST
24:03 Winning or Learning – Not Failing
27:15 Leading Through Your Core Values
31:28 Shutting Down All Studios During COVID
34:00 Surviving the Pandemic as a Business
36:00 What Roger Gets Right that Most Get Wrong
38:00 The Power of Lifelong Learning
42:00 Thrive More Autopilot – Roger’s Latest Venture
44:19 The Fortune is in the Follow-Up
45:14 How to Connect with Roger
46:25 RockBox Fitness & Franchising
47:00 Closing Thoughts

📌 Links & Resources:

I See Rich People Podcast: https://blog.pod.link/1804199886

Connect with Roger:

Rock Box Fitness: https://rockboxfitness.com

Thrive More Autopilot: https://thrivemore.ai

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Nicole Serena, founder of PSP Solutions, joins the I See Rich People podcast to reveal how she cracked the code on value-based consulting. From leaving Big Pharma to rebuilding her family’s consulting business, Nicole shares her bold philosophy on delivering results, getting paid based on impact, and scaling a boutique agency into a powerhouse. She opens up about imposter syndrome, building a team, launching her Open Loops Journal, and why breathing is one of the most powerful tools in her toolbox. Whether you're a solopreneur or seasoned founder, this episode is a masterclass in high-integrity entrepreneurship.

🔥 Key Topics:

• The “big head, long tail” value-based pricing model

• Transitioning from hourly to outcome-based consulting

• Navigating imposter syndrome and leadership identity

• Journaling and mental clarity using the “Open Loops” process

• Why breathing + mindset work are foundational for success

• Building a business by bulldozing obstacles with empathy

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/M3lVDn-xtpc

I See Rich People: https://ISeeRichPeople.com

Open Loops Book: https://www.blurb.ca/b/12355152-open-loops-30-day-journal-soft-cover

Top Talent Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Top-Talent-Hire-Dream-Intern/dp/1719919682

In this gripping bonus episode, Dr. Gary Sanchez shares a raw, life-altering story that catapulted him from a thriving dental career into founding the WHY Institute. What began as a simple hangover remedy turned into a near-death experience—one that forced him to re-evaluate everything and ultimately follow his true calling. This is an unforgettable journey of pain, purpose, and perseverance.

• Dr. Sanchez recounts a traumatic health scare from taking an ibuprofen that nearly cost him his life.

• The event pushed him to leave a successful dentistry career to follow his deeper purpose.

• He developed the YOS (Why Operating System) to help people discover their “why, how, and what.”

• Personal growth often demands sacrifice, discomfort, and courage to pivot.

• Thousands of people now benefit from Dr. Sanchez's clarity and life mission.

• Practical advice for anyone standing on the edge of a major life decision.

Why Institute: https://whyinstitute.com/

Get 50% off a Why assessment...use the code: podcast50

Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/lyqx5qCSOBc

I See Rich People podcast: https://blog.pod.link/1804199886

I See Rich People: https://iseerichpeople.com

What do a pumpkin heist, military ambitions, and AI in the courtroom have in common? Paul Goyette. In this riveting episode, lawyer and serial entrepreneur Paul Goyette shares his journey from apple orchards to building a powerhouse law firm—and how he's preparing to disrupt the entire legal industry with artificial intelligence.

Key Takeaways:

• 🎃 Paul’s first business was selling (and reselling!) pumpkins as a teen—learning crucial marketing and ethics lessons along the way.

• ⚖️ After nearly joining the military, Paul pivoted to law, finding his niche not in courtrooms, but in building a legal business empire.

• 🤝 The biggest legal and strategic mistake entrepreneurs make? Trusting the wrong people—and failing to get solid contracts.

• 🤖 AI is transforming law, from case research to potential AI-led arbitrations, and Paul’s already leveraging it daily.

• 🧠 Key advice: Commit to uncomfortable goals, master AI, and improve your people skills—especially listening.

Paul Goyette: https://grtlaw.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/goyetteandassoc/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoyetteRuanoThompson/

In this compelling episode, Matt sits down with entrepreneur and branding strategist Mark Drager for a deep-dive into what it really takes to build and scale a business from the ground up. From childhood adversity to creating an 8-figure agency, Mark shares the personal stories and hard-won insights that have shaped his journey. Prepare for actionable wisdom on self-belief, strategy, and sustainable growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Mark’s journey from a turbulent childhood to starting a business at 21.

• The powerful influence of his grandfather’s immigrant story and legacy.

• How to turn imposter syndrome into fuel for personal and business growth.

• Why asking for help saved his business—and how you can do it too.

• The Core Selling Identity framework: Hunter, Farmer, Tribe Leader.

• Essential advice for young entrepreneurs and 7-figure business owners alike.

https://www.markdrager.com/

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PpQxJMJ12cQ

I See Rich People: https://ISeeRichPeople.com

In this episode, Matt Nealand sits down with Sachin Patel, a former chiropractor turned functional medicine pioneer and global health educator. Patel shares his powerful journey from clinical burnout to launching a health revolution through education and empowerment. With warmth and wisdom, he lays out how entrepreneurs and practitioners alike can create better health, stronger businesses, and deeper legacies.

Key Takeaways:

• How a personal crisis and family responsibilities sparked Sachin's career pivot

• Why functional medicine goes beyond labs and pills to focus on root causes

• The mindset shift from scarcity to abundance and how it transformed his business

• Why education—not treatment—is the future of healthcare

• Simple, actionable strategies to optimize sleep, breathing, and grounding

• How entrepreneurs can build a micropractice and license health programs for scale

💡 Connect with Sachin Patel: https://www.becomeproof.com

Visit the I See Rich People Vault for action plans and resources: I See Rich People Podcast Vault

What if your path to success is also your greatest risk? Dr. Thomas J. Powell, an international financier, legal strategist, and founder whisperer, shares his extraordinary journey from poverty to prosperity. This episode dives deep into the heart of what it takes to build a lasting legacy in business and life.

Key Takeaways:

• How early hardship and curiosity fueled Tom’s entrepreneurial drive

• The difference between doing and teaching—and how to find the right mentors

• The “Founder's Isolation Paradox” and why most entrepreneurs are unknowingly at legal risk

• Why trust structures and legal frameworks matter more than LLCs alone

• How to build generational wealth without destroying the next generation

• The one question Tom says all entrepreneurs must answer before creating a trust

🔗 Links & Resources:

• Visit Thomas J. Powell: https://thomasjpowell.com or https://thomasjpowell.net

• Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasjpowell/

• The Founder's Office: https://foundersoffice.com

Visit the I See Rich People Vault for action plans and resources: I See Rich People Podcast Vault