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Pay or Quit
the podcast for entrepreneurs and business owners ready to face the raw truth of what it takes to succeed. Host Shawn Austin Johnson goes beyond polished success stories to explore the real, often messy, and challenging aspects of business ownership.
This podcast is for those who feel isolated in their entrepreneurial journey, battle imposter syndrome, or face burnout. Shawn offers candid insights and isn't afraid to tackle tough conversations on what truly matters in business.
Expect in-depth discussions, spicy takes, and interviews with guests who aren't afraid to confront the hard questions. Tune in weekly for an unfiltered look at entrepreneurship. It's not always pretty, but it's always real. Buckle up!
Episodes
33 episodes
Employee Retention Expert: Exact Formula So Your Employees Never Leave | Clint Pulver
To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereThe Secret to Workforce Retention: Clint Pulve...
Killing Complacency: From Alpaca Shearing to Real Estate Mogul | Marty Hofmann
To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereFrom Alpaca Shearing to Real Estate Investing ...
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From Impossible to Achievable: A World Record Mindset | Chad Hymas
To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereChad Hymas: Transforming Tragedy into Triumph<...
Turning Trails into Triumph: How Courage Will Drive You Further Than Ever | Tony Cline
To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereRedefining Success: Courage, Health, and Finan...
From Helicopter Pilot to Retired at 39 | Shawn Johnson
To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereShawn Johnson: Financial Freedom, Leadership, ...
Master Delegation: Let Go of Control and See Your Business Scale
To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereMastering Delegation: From Tasks to Leadership...
Are You Making This Fatal Business Error That's Killing Your Business?
To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereWhy Small Businesses Fail: The Gritty Truth
Helicopter Sales CEO: How Grit Got Me to the TOP Disrupting an Industry | Halsey Schider
To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereFrom Professional Helicopter Pilot to Successf...
From Pastor to Entrepreneur: I Built a Thriving Business in a New Industry from Scatch | Cody Stovall
To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereScaling a niche entertainment business in mult...
What It Takes To Be A Millionaire: 3 Principles to Becoming Rich
To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereMastering Mindset and Financial Discipline for...
Transforming Financial Defaults into Intentional Design
To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule hereMastering Financial Freedom: The Intersect...
Do you Have to Choose Between Success and Family? | Berenice Brito
Balancing Success: Career, Relationships, and Entrepreneurship with Berenice BritoShawn Johnson, along with his guest, Berenice Brito, discuss the misconception that success in career and relationships can't coexist. Joined by guest Ber...
Two Practical Paths to Financial Freedom
Practical strategies for entrepreneurs to deploy their profits while growing their wealth.Shawn Johnson shares a recent mentoring session he had with a friend who sought his advice on a current financial decision he was facing and his m...
The Most Powerful Wisdom I've Collected Over 12 Years
In this episode of Pay or Quit, I’m sharing the most powerful quotes I’ve collected over 12 years—wisdom that has shaped my journey as an entrepreneur. From legendary leaders to personal insights, these lessons will challenge your mindset, help...
The Heartbeat of Business Success | Peter Hernandez
Figure this out, and your business will thrive. In this episode of 'Pay or Quit,' host Shawn Austin Johnson dives deep into the real challenges of business and relationships with special guest Peter Hernandez, founder of mypmh.com. From discuss...
Your Personal Brand Matters to Scale Your Business | Drea Buer
Mastering Social Media Branding with Drea Buer: Insights from Respect the BrandIn this episode, Shawn welcomes Drea Buer, branding expert and founder of Respect the Brand. Drea shares her journey from various jobs to becoming a successf...
Your Business is Worth $0 Until You Fix These 3 Things. Then it becomes irresistible!
Why Your Business Is Worth Nothing Until You Fix These IssuesIn this episode of the Payer Quit podcast, Shawn Austin Johnson discusses the harsh reality that many businesses are unsellable and essentially valueless until critical issues...
Your business is failing because of this
The dangers of becoming too comfortable in business, warning that complacency can lead to failure. A quick-fire challenge with five crucial questions to determine if your business is on the path to growth or just surviving. Topics include syste...
Is outbound sales right for you? | Ben Smith
Mastering Outbound Sales with Ben SmithIn this episode, Shawn interviews Ben Smith, the founder of Bright Reach Sales, who has over seven years of experience in driving revenue through effective sales strategies. Ben shares his journey ...
Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot to Business Ownership | Jason Santiago
From Combat Pilot to Gym Owner: Jason Santiago's Journey of Service and EntrepreneurshipJoin us in this episode of Pay or Quit as we sit down with Jason Santiago, a former Black Hawk helicopter pilot and military veteran, who has transf...
What Does Social Media and Monopoly have in Common? | Barrett Freeman
Building and Leveraging Social Media for Real Estate Success - "I control 8% of all Facebook Traffic in Kentucky"In this episode, Barrett Freeman, an insurance attorney, property manager, and avid real estate investor, shares insights o...
Why most businesses never break through (until they learn this) | Ben Serven
Ben Serven, the founder of Black Sheep Global, discusses the transformative power of process optimization and automation in property management. Learn how to document, implement, and automate processes for long-term business growth, the importa...
Flipping Houses at Scale Not Lifting A Hammer | Sam Eddinger
In this episode, we dive into the strategic insights of a seasoned real estate investor and property manager. He shares valuable lessons on the importance of starting early, holding properties for the long term, and developing successful partne...
Build Wealth the Smart Way | Aaron Robertson
In this episode, we dive into the core principles of achieving success through sheer hard work and unwavering discipline. We explore the powerful mindset required to overcome obstacles and maintain consistent hustle, drawing inspiration from va...
In and Out of Foster Care to CEO: I Broke the Patterns of My Past | Tristian Clark
22-year-old entrepreneur and owner of Clark Construction, Tristan Clark. He's building a business to be proud of while coming from an almost impossible home life. Tristan Clark shares the challenges he overcame to get to where he is. From foste...