Top Time Wasters That Destroy Productivity at Work

How Kelan Kline Built a $50K/Month Digital Products Business

In this episode of Solopreneur Life, we spoke with Kelan Kline, a former law enforcement officer turned online entrepreneur, about how he built a multi-business brand focused on helping families take control of their time and money. We dive into how Kelan’s business generates $30,000 to $60,000 per month in revenue with roughly 50% profit margins, and how those numbers once climbed even higher during peak SEO traffic years. We also discuss how a major Google algorithm shift and the rise of AI significantly impacted his business model—and what it really takes to pivot, rebuild, and create new recurring income streams. We explore affiliate marketing, digital products, sponsorships, and launching an AI-powered local services business, along with the importance of diversification, real estate investing, and building a business that supports your life—not the other way around. If you’re building an online business or thinking about starting one, this episode offers a transparent look at the wins, setbacks, and pivots required to succeed today. Solopreneur High Five Favorite Tool: HighLevel (CRM for local business automation) https://www.gohighlevel.com [https://www.gohighlevel.com] Resources The Savvy Couple (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@TheSavvyCouple Credits Host: Andy Hill Editor: Johnny Sohl Podcast Support: Michelle Ahmed

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