Solopreneur Life

Top Time Wasters That Destroy Productivity at Work

What’s secretly destroying productivity as a solopreneur? In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we explore the five biggest distractions that can quietly consume our time, attention, and energy — and the practical ways we can fight back to protect a more intentional business and life. From constant email notifications and social media scrolling to shiny object syndrome and phone addiction, we discuss the real-world productivity battles solopreneurs face every day and the systems that can help us stay focused on what matters most. We also share tools and strategies for protecting attention, creating healthier digital boundaries, and building a business that supports a three-day work week instead of overwhelming our lives with constant hustle. Because at the end of the day, productivity isn’t about doing more work — it’s about creating more life. Resources & Links Own Your Time Book: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book [https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book] Leave a voicemail for the show: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail [https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail] Full Focus Planner: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/fullfocusplanner Freedom App: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/freedomapp Credits Host: Andy Hill Editor: Johnny Sohl Podcast Support: Michelle Ahmed

Achieving Financial Independence Through Digital Passive Income | Cody Berman

What if financial independence wasn’t just about saving aggressively — but building income streams that make money while you sleep? In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we sit down with entrepreneur, investor, and author Cody Berman to discuss how digital passive income helped him achieve financial independence at just 25 years old. Cody shares his journey from juggling 20+ side hustles to building multiple seven-figure businesses through digital products, online education, and intentional living. We talk about the difference between active and passive income, how to turn your skills into scalable digital products, why solopreneurs should focus on leverage instead of hustle, and how to create income streams that support freedom and flexibility. Whether you’re a freelancer, creator, coach, or someone looking to escape trading time for money, this conversation will help you think differently about building wealth online. Resources & Notes Retire by 30: https://amzn.to/4f6Btqb [https://amzn.to/4f6Btqb] https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/printables Gold City Ventures: https://goldcityventures.com/ [https://goldcityventures.com/] Cody Berman on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codydberman/ [https://www.instagram.com/codydberman/] Solopreneur Life Resources Leave a voicemail: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail [https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail] Andy’s book, Own Your Time: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book [https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book] Credits Host: Andy Hill Editor: Johnny Sohl Podcast Support: Michelle Ahmed

Solopreneur vs Entrepreneur: What’s the Difference?

What’s the difference between a solopreneur and an entrepreneur? At first glance, they might sound the same, but the intention behind each path can lead to very different lives. In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we break down the key differences between entrepreneurship and solopreneurship, and why choosing a “business of one” might be the better path for those seeking more freedom, flexibility, and fulfillment. From business structure and growth goals to time boundaries and financial stability, this episode explores what it really means to build a business that supports your life ... not one that consumes it. If you’ve ever questioned the constant pressure to scale, grow, and do more, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on choosing “enough” and designing a business around your ideal lifestyle. Resources & Notes Leave a voicemail for the show: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail [https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail] Order Own Your Time: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book [https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book] Credits Host: Andy Hill Editor: Johnny Sohl Podcast Support: Michelle Ahmed

How Tess Waresmith Built a $20K/Month Financial Coaching Business

In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we spoke with Tess Waresmith, founder of Wealth with Tess, about how she built a profitable financial education business rooted in helping others avoid the mistakes she made early in her investing journey. Tess shares how she turned free content into a paid offer by launching a simple 4-week course to her network, then scaled it into a core revenue stream using webinars and community-based learning. After about three years, her course business was generating $15K–$20K per month in revenue with approximately 60% profit margins, resulting in roughly $10K–$12K per month in profit. She also explains how adding corporate speaking, partnerships, and selective client work expanded her income further. We discuss the realities of building a course-based business today, including increased competition, lower trust in the market, and why success often takes longer than expected. Tess also shares why she kept her corporate job while building her business, how wealth gave her the freedom to operate with integrity, and why starting as a side hustle can be a smarter path. If you’re building a knowledge-based business or thinking about launching a course, this episode offers a transparent look at what it really takes to succeed. Resources Own Your Time: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book [https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthwithtess [https://www.instagram.com/wealthwithtess] Substack: https://wealthwithtess.substack.com/ Credits Host: Andy Hill Editor: Johnny Sohl Podcast Support: Michelle Ahmed

10 Financial Rules Every Solopreneur Needs to Stay Profitable

What if the difference between a struggling business and a profitable one came down to just a handful of financial rules? In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we walk through 10 essential financial rules every solopreneur needs to build a business that actually supports their life—not consumes it. From getting paid before you build, to separating your finances, paying yourself first, and creating a safety net, we explore the practical habits that help us stay profitable, reduce stress, and avoid costly mistakes. We also talk about why keeping expenses lean, diversifying income, and using systems can dramatically improve our stability and growth. And most importantly, we reflect on how to design a business that gives us the freedom we set out to create in the first place. If we want to stop “playing business” and start building something sustainable, these are the rules we can’t afford to ignore. Resources & Links: 📘 Own Your Time by Andy Hill: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book [https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book] 🌐 Website: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com [https://marriagekidsandmoney.com] 🛒 Also available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble If this episode helps you on your solopreneur journey, share it with a friend or leave a review—it helps more people build businesses that support their lives. Podcast Support: Host: Andy Hill Editor: Johnny Sohl Podcast Support: Michelle Ahmed