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Build. Scale. Inspire. Welcome to The Mello Millionaire podcast, where billionaire entrepreneur Tommy Mello sits down with the sharpest minds in business—from scrappy founders to powerhouse CEOs—to uncover the real strategies behind extraordinary success. Whether you're hustling in the trenches or scaling your next big venture, each episode will push you to think bigger, act bolder, and rewrite what’s possible—for your business, your family, and your future.
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- May 19, 20261h 3m
The Counterintuitive Truth About What Actually Builds a $100M Business
🔗 Build Your Freedom → https://homeservicefreedom.com/Sam Parr built and sold The Hustle for many tens of millions — and his biggest takeaway? Your ideas aren't that important. In this episode, Tommy sits down with Sam at Spotify Studios in New York to break down what actually builds empires: the emotional ability to push through fear, why the world is more malleable than you think, and the one mindset shift most entrepreneurs never make.⏱ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Cold Open04:46 Sam's Journey Begins07:36 Building The Hustle13:50 Your Ideas Don't Matter16:19 Hustle vs Leadership20:00 Inside Hampton27:34 Growing a Podcast31:49 Advice Worth Knowing34:40 Success Leaves Clues40:32 Recipe for Success47:52 Young Entrepreneur Advice48:38 Things Take Forever52:55 Just Be Yourself57:23 Sam Loves History58:38 Find Sam Online🔗 Build Your Freedom → https://homeservicefreedom.com/📱 Follow Tommy:TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymelloInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymelloFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/officialtommymello🎙️ Home Service Expert Podcast → https://homeserviceexpert.com
- Apr 17, 202646 min
What you can learn from the greatest businessmen of all time (with Carmine Gallo)
Carmine Gallo is a bestselling author, Harvard instructor, keynote speaker, and one of the world’s foremost experts on business communication and storytelling. A former CNN correspondent and journalist, Carmine transitioned from broadcast news to advising some of the most influential leaders and companies in the world through his firm, Gallo Communications Group.He is the author of multiple Wall Street Journal best-selling books, including Talk Like TED, The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs, The Storyteller’s Secret, Five Stars, and The Bezos Blueprint. His work has been translated into more than 40 languages and has shaped how leaders communicate, present, and persuade in the modern business world.Carmine has worked with executives at 7 of the world’s top 10 most admired companies, helping them refine their messaging, elevate their storytelling, and turn ideas into influence. Through his research, he has studied iconic communicators like Steve Jobs and Jeff Bezos, uncovering the principles behind some of the most powerful presentations and business narratives ever delivered.Check Out My Social Media:Tiktok ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymelloInstagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/Facebook ⟶ https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/My other podcast:Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33GLive Q&A submission form:https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions
- Feb 27, 202638 min
Silicon Valley Legend Bill Gurley on Backing Uber and Betting Big
Bill Gurley is a longtime Silicon Valley investor, entrepreneur, and thought leader on innovation, market dynamics, and career strategy. As a General Partner at Benchmark, he has backed iconic companies including Uber, Zillow, OpenTable, Grubhub, and Nextdoor, helping shape the modern internet economy. Before venture capital, Bill was a top-ranked Wall Street analyst covering Amazon’s IPO and began his career as a design engineer at Compaq. Known for his deep thinking on network effects, marketplace economics, and disruptive technology, he has become one of the most respected voices in venture capital. His book, Runnin’ Down a Dream: How to Thrive in a Career You Actually Love, distills decades of investing, learning, and reflection into a blueprint for building a meaningful, differentiated career in an age of rapid technological change. Check Out My Social Media: Tiktok ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymello Instagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/ Facebook ⟶https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/ My other podcast: Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33G Live Q&A submission form: https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions 00:00 Introduction to Bill Gurley and His Journey 03:04 The Inspiration Behind Writing a Book 06:14 Identifying Key Traits in Successful Entrepreneurs 08:59 The Importance of Continuous Learning and Humility 12:01 Navigating Career Choices and Regrets 14:56 The Impact of Technology on Employment 17:49 Mentorship and Leadership Lessons 20:57 Reflections on Major Investments and Market Disruption 24:14 Advice for Young Entrepreneurs 27:06 The Role of Passion in Career Success 30:02 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement
- Feb 20, 202646 min
The Truth About Loneliness and Burnout with Dr. Guy Winch
Dr. Guy Winch is a licensed clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and leading voice in the science of emotional health. With more than 35 million TED Talk views and books translated into nearly 30 languages, he has helped bring the conversation around emotional hygiene into the global mainstream. While mental health often focuses on diagnosable conditions like depression and anxiety, Dr. Winch’s work centers on the everyday emotional injuries like rejection, failure, burnout, loneliness, guilt, and heartbreak. He promotes the science-based tools we can use to treat these injuries before they escalate. His TED Talks, including Why We All Need to Practice Emotional First Aid and How to Fix a Broken Heart, have become some of the most widely viewed psychology talks in the world. He is the author of the bestselling books Emotional First Aid, How to Fix a Broken Heart, The Squeaky Wheel, and Mind Over Grind: How to Break Free When Work Hijacks Your Life. In addition to maintaining a private practice in New York City, he co-hosts the Ambie-nominated Dear Therapists podcast with Lori Gottlieb and writes the popular “Dear Guy” advice column for TED. Through his clinical work, global keynotes, and advisory roles with governments and major organizations, Dr. Winch advocates for integrating the science of emotional health into daily life, empowering individuals to build resilience, strengthen relationships, and protect their psychological well-being in an increasingly demanding world. Check Out My Social Media: Tiktok ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymello Instagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/ Facebook ⟶https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/ My other podcast: Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33G Live Q&A submission form: https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions Learn more about Guy Winch here: https://www.instagram.com/guywinch/?hl=en
- Feb 13, 202647 min
How Alex Bean Created A $2.5B FinTech Company in his 30s
Alex Bean is the co-founder of Divvy, an expense management platform that was acquired by BILL.com for $2.5 billion in 2021. He is a founder, operator, investor, and author dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build meaningful companies and navigate the often-overlooked realities that come after success. Having experienced hyper-growth, acquisition, and the personal complexities that follow, Alex now focuses on supporting founders through both the business and human sides of entrepreneurship. He is the Managing Partner of Tandem, an investment firm built to back founders who are actively in the arena. At Tandem, he invests in founder-led companies with strong go-to-market fundamentals, while also building a community centered on purpose, relationships, and long-term impact. His investment philosophy prioritizes founder quality, resilience, and product-market fit, with a hands-on approach to scaling. Alex is the author of Factory for Good: The Pitfalls of Prosperity and How to Avoid Them, where he explores the emotional side of wealth, identity, and success—topics rarely discussed in startup culture. Through his writing, speaking, and work with founders, Alex helps the next generation build not just valuable companies, but lives and legacies rooted in clarity, contribution, and purpose. Check Out My Social Media: Tiktok ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymello Instagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/ Facebook ⟶https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/ My other podcast: Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33G Live Q&A submission form:https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions Learn more about Alex Bean here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbean 0:00 - Introduction and Happiness Audit 5:52 - Founding and Growth of Divvy 11:44 - Challenges and Successes in FinTech 17:36 - Product Market Fit and Early Days 23:28 - Post-Exit Reflections and New Ventures 29:20 - Balancing Personal and Professional Life 35:12 - Philosophy on Wealth and Legacy 41:04 - Final Thoughts and Advice for Entrepreneurs
- Feb 6, 202637 min
Gary Vee's No BS Advice for Building a Business Empire
Gary Vaynerchuk — widely known as GaryVee — is a serial entrepreneur, global marketing authority, investor, and six-time New York Times bestselling author. He is the Chairman of VaynerX, CEO of VaynerMedia, and Creator and CEO of VeeFriends.Before founding VaynerMedia, Gary first gained recognition by growing his family’s wine business from $3 million to over $60 million in annual revenue. He's now running a global advertising and communications agency helping Fortune 1000 brands compete for consumer attention. He's a prolific angel investor who made early investments in Facebook, Twitter, Uber, Snapchat, Venmo, Coinbase, and Tumblr. He is also the co-founder of VaynerSports, Resy (acquired by American Express), and Empathy Wines (acquired by Constellation Brands).Through his content, keynote speaking, bestselling books, and daily documentation of life as a CEO, Gary reaches more than 50 million followers worldwide and generates billions of impressions annually. Known for his ability to spot cultural shifts early and translate them into practical business strategy, Gary helps leaders understand how attention, relevance, and execution drive long-term brand and company growth in an ever-evolving digital economy. Check Out My Social Media: Tiktok ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymello Instagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/ Facebook ⟶https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/ My other podcast: Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33G Live Q&A submission form:https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions Learn more about Gary: https://www.instagram.com/garyvee/?hl=en
- Jan 31, 202638 min
From Gas Station Cashier to $1,000,000 CEO with Shirin Behzadi
Shirin Behzadi is a transformational CEO, investor, board member, and bestselling author whose career is defined by resilience, disciplined leadership, and purpose-driven growth. After arriving in the United States alone at 17 and working as a gas station cashier, Shirin built a remarkable business career spanning finance, private equity, and franchising. She rose from CPA and CFO roles to become CEO of Home Franchise Concepts, where she led the company’s transformation into a billion-dollar platform of home services brands, overseeing hundreds of millions in systemwide sales and a successful private equity-backed exit.Today, Shirin serves as a trusted advisor, board director, and keynote speaker, helping leaders turn adversity into strategic advantage. She has raised more than $900 million in private equity, served on corporate and nonprofit boards, and is a passionate advocate for inclusive leadership and women’s empowerment. Her national bestselling memoir, The Unexpected CEO: My Journey from Gas Station Cashier to Billion-Dollar CEO, chronicles her journey from war-torn Iran to the C-suite and offers a powerful framework for leading with vision, empathy, and courage. Known for her ability to combine operational excellence with human-centered leadership, Shirin inspires executives and entrepreneurs to build enduring success — because they can. Check Out My Social Media: Tiktok ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymello Instagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/ Facebook ⟶https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/ My other podcast:Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33GLive Q&A submission form: https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions Learn more about David: ⟶ https://www.linkedin.com/in/shirin-behzadi/ 00:00 The Power of Empathy in Leadership01:24 Shereen's Journey: From Iran to CEO02:43 Overcoming Adversity: The Path to Resilience09:24 The Secret Sauce of Business Success14:03 The Superpower of Adversity19:33 Leadership Lessons: CFO vs. CEO Perspectives24:35 Life After a Life-Threatening Experience30:56 Balancing Life: Priorities Beyond Finance34:27 Navigating Burnout and Finding Growth35:15 The Unexpected CEO: A Roadmap for Success
- Jan 23, 202650 min
This CEO saved Jamba Juice from Bankruptcy with James D. White
James D. White is a transformational leader with more than three decades of experience operating at the highest levels of the consumer products, retail, and restaurant industries. Best known for leading the turnaround and reinvention of Jamba Juice, James guided the company’s evolution from a made-to-order smoothie concept into a globally recognized, health-focused lifestyle brand. Across executive roles at companies including Gillette, Safeway, Nestlé Purina, and Coca-Cola, he developed a deep operating playbook rooted in brand leadership, disciplined execution, and long-term value creation. Beyond the CEO role, James is one of the most sought-after board leaders in modern business, having served on more than 20 public and private boards including Panera Bread, The Honest Company, Simply Good Foods, CAVA, Affirm, and Medallia. In 2020, he co-founded Culture Design Lab to help CEOs and executive teams intentionally design organizations built for performance, resilience, and purpose. He is also the co-author of the national bestseller Culture Design: How to Build a High-Performing, Resilient Organization with Purpose, published by Harvard Business Review Press — a practical framework shaped by decades of real-world leadership and boardroom experience. Check Out My Social Media: Tiktok ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymello Instagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/ Facebook ⟶https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/ My other podcast: Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33G Live Q&A submission form: https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions Learn more about James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-d-white-086ab2153 00:00 The Essence of Leadership 03:06 Transforming Company Culture 05:49 Navigating Challenges at Jamba Juice 08:57 Recruitment and Team Dynamics 12:08 The Importance of Continuous Learning 15:09 Balancing Personal and Professional Life 18:12 The Role of Technology in Leadership 20:50 Building a Leadership Pipeline 23:46 The Impact of AI on Business 27:05 Lessons from Boardroom Experiences 29:58 Final Thoughts on Leadership and Culture
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