The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we uncover one of the least talked about success traits—patience—and why it’s the true multiplier of results.

Paul shares a real story from his entrepreneurial journey when a city permit delay tested his limits. Instead of panicking, he stayed steady, honored his word, and when the deal finally went through, the payoff was bigger than expected. The lesson? Patience isn’t passive—it’s powerful.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Patience is focused action without panic.

Time isn’t the enemy—it’s part o...

Big success doesn’t start with massive breakthroughs—it starts with consistent small wins. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, learn how stacking small victories daily creates unstoppable momentum in business and life.

Paul shares how his first ATM payout—just twenty dollars—became the proof that built his empire. From that one small win came belief, systems, and eventually, financial freedom. He reveals why entrepreneurs who focus on steady progress instead of viral moments always win in the long run.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Small wins are the foundation of lasting...

What happens when your $147 million empire collapses overnight? In this powerful episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, Eric Cline (@theericcline) opens up about his jaw-dropping journey from building a 9-figure company to losing it all — and how he rebuilt his life, purpose, and wealth from scratch.

Eric shares his rise from rock bottom — battling addiction, lawsuits, and betrayal — to leading one of the fastest-growing operations overseas. His story is a masterclass in resilience, mindset, and the power of second chances.

If you’ve ever faced failure, loss, or doubt, this conversation will show you...

You might think doing it all means saving money—but in reality, it’s costing you everything. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, learn why trying to handle every task yourself kills growth, drains your energy, and limits your impact.

Paul shares the early days of his business when control felt like power—until it became a prison. He reveals how learning to delegate, trust his team, and let go of perfection unlocked new levels of success and peace.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Doing everything yourself costs time, health, and opportuni...

Pain can break you—or build you. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, discover how to turn life’s toughest moments into your greatest source of power and growth.

Paul shares raw experiences from both law enforcement and entrepreneurship, where mistakes, rejection, and failure became fuel instead of anchors. He reveals how pain—when faced directly—can sharpen focus, reveal blind spots, and strengthen your purpose like nothing else can.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Pain reveals what you value most.

Facing pain teaches faster than avoiding it.

Every set...

Your results rise—or fall—to the level of your standards. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, learn why raising your personal and professional standards is the real shortcut to success.

Paul shares how strict standards from his law enforcement career—clean gear, sharp focus, total accountability—translated into business success. When he softened his standards, his results dropped. When he raised them, everything from his performance to his profits improved.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Standards define what you tolerate and what you demand.

Success isn’t about perfection—it...

Most people quit when things get hard. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, discover how to build the kind of grit that keeps you moving when everyone else stops.

Paul shares powerful lessons from his time in law enforcement and entrepreneurship—where pain, pressure, and setbacks became the best teachers. You’ll learn that grit isn’t about being loud or fearless—it’s about returning to your purpose, again and again, no matter how heavy the day feels.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Grit isn’t emotion—it’s consistency through discomfort...

🚀 From crawling through tight crawl spaces to running a nine-figure home services empire — Ben Jordan (@benjordanofficial) has lived the full entrepreneur’s journey. In this powerful episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, Ben reveals how he scaled from a one-man plumbing operation to a $100M business through relentless work ethic, strategic culture shifts, and a complete transformation of body and mind.

🔥 Inside this episode, Ben breaks down:

How he turned a $250K deal into a $100M enterprise

The pivotal moment when his card declined—and how it sparked a business revolution<...

Most people set goals that sound good but go nowhere. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, learn why most goals fail—and how to make yours stick for life.

Paul breaks down the difference between wishful thinking and execution. From his days in law enforcement to building multiple 7-figure businesses, he shares how success comes from clear systems, not hype. Strong goals aren’t loud—they’re specific, aligned, and built into your daily rhythm.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Vague goals fade; clear, humble ones stick

Success comes from consis...

The myth of “balance” is breaking entrepreneurs. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, discover a calmer, smarter way to blend your work and life without guilt or burnout.

Paul shares his personal evolution from chasing perfect balance to embracing integration—a mindset where work and life flow together instead of fighting for space. Learn how naming your seasons, setting expectations, and creating harmony between ambition and love leads to true peace and productivity.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Balance is not a 50/50 split—it’s honest prioritization.

Define your seasons: laun...

Grinding harder isn’t the goal—lasting longer is. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, discover how to outwork everyone around you without running yourself into the ground.

Paul shares lessons from his days as a detective and an entrepreneur, where burnout nearly cost him his edge. He breaks down how small habits like rest, movement, and focus aren’t signs of weakness—they’re the fuel for sustainable success.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Hard work wins only when it’s focused, not frantic

Energy management beats time management

Most people chase money—but the truth is, real wealth chases service. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, discover why helping others is the most powerful investment you can ever make.

Paul shares a true story of showing up for a local business owner in crisis—fixing a broken payment system on a holiday morning—and how that single act of service turned into years of loyalty and referrals. The lesson? Money is a receipt for value given. Wealth is built on trust, gratitude, and impact.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Service b...

Money doesn’t run from you—it runs toward value. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, discover how to stop chasing money and start attracting it through clarity, service, and simplicity.

Paul shares a real story from his early days helping a small business owner fix a simple checkout problem that instantly increased sales. The lesson? Money flows to open doors and clear paths. The easier you make it for people to win, the faster success finds you.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Why solving pain points creates automatic profit

How “...

In this powerful episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, health and wellness expert John Jubilee (@johnjubilee) breaks down the truth about weight loss—and why most people are doing it wrong. He reveals the hidden science behind burning fat, not muscle, and how understanding your body at a cellular level can completely transform your energy, performance, and longevity.

From helping thousands of people reverse obesity and chronic fatigue to uncovering the lies pushed by the fitness industry, John shares his proven 88-Day Transformation formula that’s changing lives worldwide. This isn’t another diet fad—it...

The greatest entrepreneurs don’t chase hacks—they master the basics. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, discover why the “boring” fundamentals always outperform the latest flashy trends.

Paul breaks down how returning to core principles—clarity, service, and consistency—saved his business when things got messy. From law enforcement to entrepreneurship, the formula never changed: clear offer, clean promise, simple system.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Why strong fundamentals beat complex strategies every time

The three unshakable pillars of sustainable growth: clarity, service, and follow-through

How to stay calm an...

Scaling too soon can sink you. Holding on too long can drain you. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, learn how to spot the signs that tell you whether to double down—or walk away.

Paul shares a powerful story from his early ATM business where pride kept him stuck in a losing location. Once he finally bailed and shifted resources into a winning site, his profits doubled in just one month. That lesson became a blueprint for making clear, data-driven decisions.

🔑 Key takeaways:

The difference between real pull...

Freedom isn’t free—it’s earned through sacrifice. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, discover why saying “no” to short-term comfort is the fastest way to unlock long-term freedom.

From working long nights in law enforcement while building his first ATM route, Paul shares how small sacrifices—waking up early, skipping distractions, and focusing on cash flow—turned into choices, time, and true financial independence.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Why sacrifice is really just a trade of comfort for freedom

How consistent cash flow creates options for your future

Price doesn’t win customers for life—trust does. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll learn the simple but powerful secret that turns first-time buyers into lifelong clients: consistency.

From his days in law enforcement to building seven-figure businesses, Paul shares how small, steady actions—like keeping promises and showing up on time—built unshakable loyalty that no discount could buy.

🔑 Key takeaways:

Why peace of mind matters more than price in business

How reliability and honesty create lifelong loyalty

The role of consistenc...

🏆 Winning once is great—but the real power lies in multiplying that win into unstoppable momentum.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex shares how he unlocked the secret to compound success by transforming one breakthrough into a series of thriving ventures. From scaling his businesses to making the bold transition from law enforcement to entrepreneurship, Paul reveals the strategies that allowed him to stack victories, one after another, into long-term impact.

If you’ve ever wondered how top entrepreneurs seem to win consistently, this episode breaks down the blueprint.

🔑 Key takeaw...

At just 19 years old, Jake Goodyear has already proven that age is no barrier to success. From overcoming social anxiety and door-to-door rejection to scaling his life insurance business to $100K in revenue within five months, Jake’s story is the ultimate blueprint for Gen Z entrepreneurs who refuse to settle for average.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, Jake Goodyear (@jakegoodyear_) shares how he transformed insecurity into confidence, built resilience through sales, and learned to reinvest in himself to accelerate growth. His journey shows that obsession, discipline, and mindset are what se...

🚀 Scaling a business takes more than great leadership—it takes a team that thinks, acts, and executes like entrepreneurs.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex reveals the blueprint for developing entrepreneurial teams that go beyond just “doing their jobs.” From hiring with the right mindset to fostering autonomy and ownership, Paul shares how to create a culture where every team member becomes a true driver of your vision.

If you’re ready to stop carrying the vision alone and start building a team that innovates, leads, and commits like business owners, this episod...

Everyone’s chasing the next flashy trend—crypto, dropshipping, shiny apps—but here’s the truth: the entrepreneurs stacking real wealth aren’t chasing hype. They’re building boring businesses that print money on autopilot.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we break down why industries like ATMs, credit card processing, laundromats, car washes, and vending machines quietly create financial freedom while everyone else is flexing for social media.

You’ll learn:

💵 Why cash flow + automation are the real keys to lasting wealth

🔑 How “boring” businesses stay recession-proof whe...

From Navy hospital corpsman to 9-figure entrepreneur, Douglas James has lived a journey of discipline, sacrifice, and transformation. In this episode, Paul Alex sits down with Douglas to uncover how he went from serving his country to building schools for underprivileged kids, saving lives through charitable missions, and ultimately revolutionizing the sales industry with AI technology.

Douglas opens up about his military upbringing, the struggles he faced at home, and the decisive moment at 16 that set him on a new path. You’ll hear how he built one of the most impactful coaching businesses in the world, he...

Everyone wants to move fast. 🚀 But here’s the truth: speed without clarity leads to chaos.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we break down why the most successful businesses don’t just chase speed—they prioritize clarity first.

You’ll discover:

🔑 Why moving fast in the wrong direction costs more than slowing down to get clear

🏗️ How clarity in your offer, your team, and your vision creates inevitable growth

🎯 Why clarity aligns your people, simplifies your systems, and strengthens your message

⚡ The formula: clarity fir...

Not every dollar is worth it. 🚫💸

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we dive into one of the toughest but most important skills in entrepreneurship—spotting and cutting off toxic clients.

You’ll learn:

🚩 Red flags to watch for in toxic clients (constant complaints, low respect, energy drainers)

🛑 Why holding on to the wrong clients keeps your business small and stressed

🔑 How firing toxic clients actually creates space for high-quality, high-paying clients

💡 Why setting boundaries is key to scaling your business with peace and profits

What separates real leaders from people just playing the part? Extreme ownership. 💯

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll discover:

🔑 Why finger-pointing destroys leadership and accountability

🚀 How extreme ownership builds trust and high-performing teams

👀 Why taking responsibility (even for things “not your fault”) makes you unstoppable

💡 The mindset shift that helped Paul Alex go from law enforcement to leading multiple 7-figure businesses

Leadership isn’t about excuses—it’s about owning every outcome, good or bad. When you set the standard, your people will rise to it...

Every millionaire, every real entrepreneur, has mastered one thing—and it’s not coding, investing, or some secret hack. It’s sales. 💰

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll discover:

🔑 Why sales is the #1 skill that determines your income

🗣️ How to sell ideas, vision, products—and most importantly, yourself

🚀 Why mastering sales gives you leverage in any industry

💡 How sales separates the average from the wealthy

Paul Alex went from 80-hour workweeks in law enforcement to running multiple 7-figure businesses because he mastered the art of sell...

Overthinking kills more dreams than failure ever will. The truth? Overthinking is just fear dressed up as “planning.” And in business, speed will always beat perfection.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll learn:

🛑 Why overthinking is really just disguised fear

⚡ How taking small actions builds momentum and kills doubt

💡 Why clarity and confidence come from execution—not endless planning

🔥 How to break free from excuses and finally move forward

Paul Alex shares how he built multiple companies—not because he had it all figured ou...

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we sit down with powerhouse tax attorney Claudia Moncarz (@askthetaxattorney) to uncover the #1 tax mistake that bankrupts entrepreneurs—and, more importantly, how to avoid it.

With over two decades of experience helping business owners navigate the IRS, Claudia reveals practical strategies to protect your business, scale with confidence, and make smarter financial decisions. Whether you’re just starting out or already running a successful venture, this episode is packed with insights that could save you from costly mistakes and set you up for long-term success.

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Most entrepreneurs stay stuck because they overcomplicate everything. The truth? Success comes from cutting the noise and focusing only on what drives results. Great entrepreneurs don’t build complex systems—they simplify.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll discover:

🧩 Why complexity slows growth and creates unnecessary bottlenecks

🔑 The power of doubling down on what already works instead of reinventing the wheel

🚀 How simplicity makes it easier to scale, train teams, and automate processes

💡 Why clarity beats confusion in building momentum and results

If you’re...

Most entrepreneurs think scaling means working harder, sacrificing sleep, and running themselves into the ground. But here’s the truth—real growth isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing the right things without burning out.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll learn:

🚀 Why focusing on high-impact actions creates faster results than grinding endlessly

🤝 How to leverage people, systems, and automation to scale without drowning in tasks

🧠 The importance of protecting your energy so you can perform at your best

📈 A framework for building...

You never get a second chance to make a first impression—and in business, that first impression can open doors or shut them forever. Whether you’re pitching a client, closing a deal, or networking at the highest level, how you show up in the first few seconds determines everything.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll discover:

👔 Why your appearance and presence set the tone before you even speak

⚡ How your energy and confidence shape how others perceive you

🗣️ The secret to speaking with conviction so pe...

One of the biggest roadblocks to scaling your business isn’t lack of talent, money, or opportunity—it’s YOU. Most entrepreneurs fail at delegating because they don’t trust anyone else to do the job. But here’s the truth: if you don’t learn to let go, you’ll stay stuck forever.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll discover:

🚀 Why being the bottleneck kills growth and keeps your business small

👥 How to hire smarter and actually trust your team to execute

📈 The secret to freeing up your...

Most people quit the moment business gets hard. They start strong, hit their first roadblock, and fold. That’s why they stay stuck. The truth? Winners never stop. They push through obstacles, rejection, and doubt—because being unstoppable isn’t about talent, it’s about relentless consistency.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll learn:

⚡ The power of relentless execution—why showing up daily beats motivation every time

🔥 How to turn rejection, doubt, and hate into fuel for success

🚫 Why having no Plan B is the ultimate key to...

Motivation is overrated. It’s inconsistent, unreliable, and disappears the moment things get tough. If you’re relying on motivation to build your business or chase your goals, you’re already setting yourself up to fail.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll discover:

💪 Why discipline—not motivation—is the true foundation of success

⏰ How to take action even when you don’t “feel like it”

🚀 The mindset shift that separates winners from excuse-makers

🔑 The daily habits that build unstoppable momentum

The truth? Successful entrepr...

Most people chase the same trends, follow the crowd, and miss the biggest opportunities hiding in plain sight. The truth? The real money isn’t where everyone else is looking—it’s in the overlooked gaps.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll discover:

🔍 Why chasing crowded markets kills your chances of domination

💡 How listening to complaints reveals business opportunities nobody else sees

🚀 The power of questioning the status quo to unlock untapped wealth

🔑 How to train your mind to spot opportunities that others ignore

Too many entrepreneurs get stuck in planning mode—spending weeks tweaking logos, perfecting websites, and overthinking strategy. The truth? You don’t have a strategy problem—you have an execution problem.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll learn:

⚡ Why perfection is the enemy of progress and kills momentum

🚀 How execution creates clarity faster than endless brainstorming

💡 Why ideas don’t make money—execution does

🔑 How to stop overcomplicating and start taking action today

If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect” plan before making...

Most people will never achieve financial freedom—not because they aren’t capable, but because they don’t understand the real rules of wealth. Financial independence isn’t about how much you make—it’s about how much you keep and where you put it.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll learn:

💰 Why cash flow is king and the true key to wealth creation

🚀 How to shift from a consumer mindset to an investor mindset

🔑 Why you must own your income instead of relying on a 9-5 paycheck

Most businesses don’t fail because of lack of talent—they fail because of weak leadership. If your team isn’t executing at the highest level, the responsibility falls on you as the leader.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll discover:

💡 Why leading by example sets the tone for flawless execution

📌 The power of clarity—how to eliminate confusion and drive results

🔑 Why accountability always beats excuses in building high-performing teams

🚀 How strong leadership transforms good teams into unstoppable ones

If you’re ready to sto...

What does it take to become a Capital King? In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, legendary capital raiser Brad Blazar (@bradblazar) breaks down his proven blueprint to scale any business fast. With over $2 billion raised in capital, Brad reveals insider strategies entrepreneurs can use to secure funding, build investor confidence, and accelerate growth without wasting years on trial and error.

From real estate to oil fields to startups, Brad has helped countless businesses grow by teaching them the art of raising money the right way. Whether you’re just starting out or lo...