What if chasing success is the very thing keeping you from it? In this episode, Coach Carroll sits down with Jacob Hicks—a coach who’s seen both sides of the grind—to talk about what it really takes to build a life that works for you, not against you. From chaos-proofing your days to setting up invisible moats around your time and energy, Jacob shares a radically different approach to ambition, growth, and freedom. It’s not about slowing down—it’s about getting smarter.

You’ll never look at “hustle” the same way again.

Forget being the best—be the only one. Marketing legend Steve Miller joins Coach Carroll on The Sales Factory to break down the unfiltered truth about what really makes a brand unforgettable. From his “uncopyable” philosophy to moose-hunting metaphors, Steve shares how most businesses fall into the trap of being boring—and how to escape it by creating value no competitor can replicate. If you’re tired of competing and ready to stand out, this episode delivers the clarity and strategy you’ve been missing.

When you've been laid off not once, not twice, but three times—and you’ve got no plan B—what do you do? If you’re Jason Johnson, you build a real estate brand that turns heads and closes deals. In this episode, Coach Carroll sits down with Jason for an unfiltered conversation about betting on yourself, learning through failure, and finding creative ways to stand out in a crowded market. From cold calls to Halloween parties, this one’s packed with hustle, heart, and hard-earned lessons you won’t want to miss.

Frank Besednjak doesn’t hold back. In this episode, he delivers his brutally honest take on why most leaders fail, the biggest mistakes coaches make, and the principles that actually drive lasting success. Forget the fluff—Frank’s approach is all about real results, real leadership, and the tough truths most people aren’t willing to face. If you’re ready for a reality check that could change everything, this episode is for you.

Most agents play it safe, chasing the same leads, using the same tactics, and getting the same average results. But Ethan Adams isn’t interested in “plain Jane real estate.” His strategy? Relentless creativity, content creation, and refusing to follow the script everyone else is reading from. In this episode, Ethan breaks down his journey from being just another agent to becoming a true standout—by playing a different game entirely. His approach isn’t just unconventional—it’s wildly effective. And he’s here to share how you can do the same.

What if you spotted a massive gap in your industry—but had no funding, no tech skills, and no backup plan? Nisrine Masri didn’t just spot the problem—she solved it, building the first-ever load board for movers from scratch. In this episode, she opens up about the grit, mindset, and chaos behind creating a SaaS company without investors or a safety net. The twists in her journey? You’ll have to listen to believe.

What if the key to scaling your business was something you accidentally stumbled into? That’s exactly what happened to David “Coach P” Peterson. In this episode, he reveals how he went from running a single insurance office to managing 50+ employees, 8 businesses, and a booming coaching empire—all while staying laser-focused on what actually drives success. But here’s the kicker: it all started with one simple shift. If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or just someone who wants to win bigger and faster, you cannot afford to miss this conversation.

Award-winning agent Matt Dietz manages 4,000 policies with just TWO employees while most struggle with 1,800 and a full staff. How? He's built a thriving insurance business by completely rejecting the costly lead-buying approach that bankrupts most agents. In this eye-opening conversation, Matt reveals his "Main Street Method" for generating premium clients, the counterintuitive marketing strategy that outperforms everything else, and why what you keep matters more than what you make. If you're drowning in overhead or chasing growth at any cost, this might be the wake-up call your business needs.