From Underdog to Entrepreneur: Building Dreams with Pat Miller

Skate Where the Puck Is Going | #29 (John Petrocelli)

What if the biggest opportunities are hiding where everyone else isn't looking? In this episode of From Underdog to Entrepreneur, Pat Miller sits down with John Petrocelli, founder and CEO of Bulldog DM, whose work has generated more than 1 billion audience engagements for brands including Apple, Coca-Cola, Samsung, Netflix, and YouTube. John shares his journey from working in telecommunications and Hollywood mailrooms to helping pioneer the livestreaming industry. Along the way, he collaborated with Prince on one of the first direct-to-consumer music platforms, learned entrepreneurial lessons from Mark Cuban, and built a business by constantly anticipating where technology was heading next. In this conversation, you'll learn: • Why successful entrepreneurs focus on where the market is going, not where it is today • How Prince helped shape the future of digital media and direct-to-consumer business • Why live streaming, AI, and social commerce are creating massive opportunities right now • The importance of listening to customers and solving real problems • How embracing change can keep you ahead of the competition John's story is a powerful reminder that innovation rewards those willing to adapt, experiment, and stay curious. If you're building a business, reinventing your career, or searching for your next big opportunity, this episode will challenge you to think bigger and move faster. ✨ Connect with Host Pat Miller Instagram thepatmiller11 [https://www.instagram.com/thepatmiller11/?hl=en]Website https://patmiller.net/patmiller.net [http://patmiller.net/] Connect with John: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnpetrocelli [https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnpetrocelli] https://bulldogdm.com

More Than Just Luck | #28 (Greg Wier)

What if the biggest thing standing between you and success is the excuse you've been telling yourself? In this candid conversation, Pat Miller sits down with entrepreneur, author, and security industry veteran Greg Wier to unpack the hard lessons behind building and selling multimillion-dollar companies. From becoming a young father with no money and a failed business to leading a national security empire, Greg shares the unfiltered stories that shaped his journey. Along the way, he reveals why bad partnerships nearly destroyed him, how work ethic opened doors that education couldn't, and why resilience matters more than talent when building a business that lasts. Key takeaways: • Why excuses are often the biggest obstacle to success • The costly lessons Greg learned from multiple business partners • How focusing on revenue, relationships, and discipline creates long-term growth Whether you're launching your first business or navigating the challenges of scaling one, this episode is packed with real-world wisdom from someone who has lived through the highs, lows, lawsuits, setbacks, and victories of entrepreneurship. Success is rarely luck. It's built one decision, one lesson, and one hard-earned experience at a time. Tune in and discover what's possible when you refuse to quit. ✨ Connect with Host Pat Miller Instagram thepatmiller11 [https://www.instagram.com/thepatmiller11/?hl=en] Website https://patmiller.net/patmiller.net [http://patmiller.net/] Connect with Greg: https://www.gregwier.com TikTok, YouTube @morethanjustluck Instagram @morethanjustluckbook

The Book I Had to Write | #27

What if every setback you've survived was actually preparing you for something bigger? In this special six-month anniversary episode of From Underdog to Entrepreneur, host Pat Miller steps behind the guest chair and into the spotlight to share the story she's never fully told before. Pat introduces her upcoming book, Underdog to Empire: Breaking Barriers and Building Businesses with Strength, Strategy, and a Sense of Humor, and reads powerful excerpts that reveal the grit, heartbreak, resilience, and determination behind her entrepreneurial journey. From growing up overlooked and underestimated, to building a construction company with just $100, to rebuilding her life after the loss of her husband and business partner, Pat shares the lessons that shaped both her business and her life. In this episode: * Why being underestimated can become your greatest advantage * How RPM Construction was built from a layoff check and a bold decision * The powerful "Filing Cabinet Method" for leading through grief and adversity * Why some of the people who hurt you may end up helping you most This episode is a celebration of resilience, entrepreneurship, and the underdog spirit that refuses to quit. If you've ever wondered whether the hard road is worth it, this conversation is for you. Your story isn't over. Your next chapter might be the one that changes everything. ✨ Connect with Host Pat Miller Instagram thepatmiller11 [https://www.instagram.com/thepatmiller11/?hl=en]Website https://patmiller.net/patmiller.net [http://patmiller.net/]

Why Forgiveness Creates Momentum: From Prison to Purpose | #26 (David Fullmer)

Success means nothing if you lose yourself chasing it. In this powerful episode of From Underdog to Entrepreneur, host Pat Miller sits down with David to unpack the mindset shifts, daily rhythms, and painful life lessons that transformed him from a troubled teenager facing prison into a successful entrepreneur, coach, and mentor helping others unlock their purpose. David shares the philosophy behind his "B7 Rhythm," a seven-day framework built around motivation, gratitude, forgiveness, intuition, humility, and personal growth. He also opens up about bankruptcy, addiction, family struggles, rebuilding after failure, and why true wealth is about impact, not possessions. In this episode, you'll learn: * Why "love you money" matters more than "FU money" * How forgiveness can unlock momentum and peace * The simple daily rhythm that reduces anxiety and creates clarity This conversation is a reminder that your past does not define your future. One decision can change everything. ✨ Connect with Host Pat Miller Instagram thepatmiller11 [https://www.instagram.com/thepatmiller11/?hl=en]Website https://patmiller.net/patmiller.net [http://patmiller.net/] Connect with David https://www.becomingseven.com/ [https://www.becomingseven.com/] IG https://www.instagram.com/becomesevenofficial/ Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@becomingseven?_t=8qekWWvSYOZ&_r=1 [https://www.tiktok.com/@becomingseven?_t=8qekWWvSYOZ&_r=1] Fb : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568176791201 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568176791201] YT : https://www.youtube.com/@BecomingSeven/videos

She Chose Groceries Over Dreams | #25 (Sarah Walton)

At 16, Sarah Walton had to choose between feeding her family or chasing her dream. That painful moment shaped her beliefs about money, worth, and success for years until she finally rewrote the story. In this powerful conversation, host Pat Miller sits down with entrepreneur and coach Sarah Walton to unpack how childhood scarcity can silently control adult success, and how women can reclaim abundance, confidence, and personal power. Key Takeaways: • How early money trauma shapes your future decisions • Why success without fulfillment feels empty • The small mindset shifts that create real abundance If you've ever felt stuck between responsibility and your dreams, this episode will remind you that a new path is always possible. ✨ Connect with Host Pat Miller Instagram thepatmiller11 [https://www.instagram.com/thepatmiller11/?hl=en]Website https://patmiller.net/patmiller.net [http://patmiller.net/] Connect with Sarah www.sarahwalton.com [https://www.sarahwalton.com] Tiktok, Instagram and YouTube - @thesarahwalton FB: @sarahwaltonpage