The Money Mondays

Dave Royce on Pest Control, Private Equity, and Purpose

In this episode of The Money Mondays, Dan Fleyshman sits down with entrepreneur Dave Royce, who built four pest control companies and a solar energy company while helping scale one of the largest residential pest control businesses in the United States.Dave shares how he went from a broke college student struggling to make a single sale to becoming a top rookie, sales manager, founder, and multi-time business builder. He breaks down the door-to-door sales model, how young reps can earn life-changing money in a single summer, and why sales is one of the most valuable skills anyone can learn.Dan and Dave also dive into investing after a big income year, how to avoid lifestyle inflation, why access matters in private investments, and how to think about risk, savings, and long-term wealth. The conversation closes with a powerful discussion on philanthropy, purpose, education, charity, and Dave’s commitment to giving the majority of his wealth away.This episode is for anyone interested in sales, entrepreneurship, scaling teams, investing smarter, and building a life with both money and meaning.Like this episode? Watch more like it 👇Watch ALL Full Episodes Here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs0D-M5aH-0IOUKtQPKts-VZfO55mfH6k---The Money Mondays is a business podcast here to teach you how to make money, invest money, and donate money by showcasing some of the world's most successful people and how they do the same. Hosted by serial entrepreneur Dan Fleyshman, the youngest founder of a publicly traded company in history, this money podcast gives you an exclusive behind the scenes look at how the wealthiest celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes and influencers make, invest and donate money.If you want to learn more business and investing while you work to improve your financial life, you're in the right place! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@themoneymondays?sub_confirmation=1Dan Fleyshman,The Money MondaysLearn more here: https://themoneymondays.comWatch all the podcast episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs0D-M5aH-0IOUKtQPKts-VZfO55mfH6kLet’s Connect...Website: https://themoneymondays.comPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-money-mondays/id1663564091Twitter: https://twitter.com/themoneymondaysLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-money-mondays/about/TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@themoneymondaysFB: https://www.facebook.com/The-Money-Mondays-110233585203220/

How Rance 1500 Turned Music, Culture & Relationships Into Wealth 🎤 E168

On this episode of The Money Mondays, Dan Fleyshman sits down with Larrance Dopson aka @rance1500, a four-time Grammy-winning producer, composer, entrepreneur, and founder behind the legendary 1500 or Nothin’ movement. Rance has worked with some of the biggest names in music, including Roddy Ricch, Ella Mai, Justin Timberlake, Chris Stapleton, Maluma, Eladio, Snoop Dogg, Jay-Z, and more, while also expanding into TV, film, tech, education, and venture-backed companies. Dan and Rance break down the real business of the music industry: how producers get paid, why publishing and contracts matter, how touring and merch can become major cash-flow engines, and why young artists must understand ownership before signing deals. Rance also shares how studying the greats, building relationships, creating culture, and being of service helped him stand out in one of the most competitive industries in the world.The conversation goes beyond music into investing, personal branding, venture capital, self-education, charity, and legacy. From learning the hard lessons of bad publishing deals to building Culture Silicon, Rance explains why creatives need to understand the language of business, stop trading time for money, and invest in themselves before expecting others to invest in them.This episode is a masterclass for artists, producers, entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone trying to turn talent, relationships, and culture into long-term wealth.Like this episode? Watch more like it 👇Watch ALL Full Episodes Here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs0D-M5aH-0IOUKtQPKts-VZfO55mfH6k---The Money Mondays is a business podcast here to teach you how to make money, invest money, and donate money by showcasing some of the world's most successful people and how they do the same. Hosted by serial entrepreneur Dan Fleyshman, the youngest founder of a publicly traded company in history, this money podcast gives you an exclusive behind the scenes look at how the wealthiest celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes and influencers make, invest and donate money.If you want to learn more business and investing while you work to improve your financial life, you're in the right place! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@themoneymondays?sub_confirmation=1Dan Fleyshman,The Money MondaysLearn more here: https://themoneymondays.comWatch all the podcast episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs0D-M5aH-0IOUKtQPKts-VZfO55mfH6kLet’s Connect...Website: https://themoneymondays.comPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-money-mondays/id1663564091Twitter: https://twitter.com/themoneymondaysLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-money-mondays/about/TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@themoneymondaysFB: https://www.facebook.com/The-Money-Mondays-110233585203220/

How Creators Monetize Their Fanbase in 2026 and Beyond 🛒 E167

In this episode of The Money Mondays Podcast, host Dan Fleyshman sits down with Tara Electra, founder of Unruly, for a deep dive into the modern creator economy, internet monetization, and the future of influencer income.Tara shares how creators can start making money online even without millions of followers, why consistency and authenticity matter more than ever, and how agencies like Unruly help talent turn direct fan attention into scalable revenue. Dan and Tara also discuss paywalls, OnlyFans, brand building, creator events, AI’s impact on influencers, and why creators need to think beyond short-term cash flow and start planning for long-term wealth.The conversation expands into investing, financial advisors, philanthropy, inheritance, and the mindset required to build lasting success while staying true to yourself online. Tara also breaks down why fan access, community, and culture are becoming some of the most valuable assets in business today.

From the Bronx to Building an Empire: Vince Ricci on Business, Investing & Giving Back 🏰 E166

In this special episode of Money Mondays, Dan Fleyshman sits down with entrepreneur Vince Ricci for a powerful conversation on making money, investing wisely, and creating lasting impact. Vince shares how he built Hubbell Studio into a premier full-service production company by focusing on elite service, loyalty, and long-term relationships. He also breaks down his approach to scaling brands, spotting real estate opportunities, and making investment decisions by betting on the person behind the business. The conversation goes far beyond business. Vince opens up about discipline, self-investment, fatherhood, pressure, and what it means to stay ready when life gets hard. He explains the mindset behind his “pull the trigger” philosophy and why decisive action, resilience, and personal accountability have shaped both his career and his life. On the charity side, Vince shares the growth of Trina’s Kids Foundation, from helping local families in the neighborhood around Hubbell Studio to creating large-scale toy drives and impact events across multiple cities. This episode is full of lessons on leadership, legacy, service, and building something that matters.Make sure you're fully utilizing AI in your business! https://www.gohighlevel.com/ai?fp_ref=ake72

Paul Vigario on Scaling Medical Practices, Building Wealth, and Winning With AI ⚕️ E165

In this episode of The Money Mondays Podcast, Dan Fleyshman sits down with Paul Vigario to talk about what it really takes to grow a practice into a scalable business. Paul breaks down his “attention and compliance” framework, why so many doctors and dentists get stuck in operator mode, and how branding, systems, and social media can help create true freedom and long-term value. The conversation also dives into investing, philanthropy, generational wealth, and why AI is about to reshape the future of business ownership.Make sure you're fully utilizing AI in your business! ⁠https://www.gohighlevel.com/ai?fp_ref=ake72⁠Like this episode? Watch more like it 👇Watch ALL Full Episodes Here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs0D-M5aH-0IOUKtQPKts-VZfO55mfH6k---The Money Mondays is a business podcast here to teach you how to make money, invest money, and donate money by showcasing some of the world's most successful people and how they do the same. Hosted by serial entrepreneur Dan Fleyshman, the youngest founder of a publicly traded company in history, this money podcast gives you an exclusive behind the scenes look at how the wealthiest celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes and influencers make, invest and donate money. If you want to learn more business and investing while you work to improve your financial life, you're in the right place! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@themoneymondays?sub_confirmation=1Dan Fleyshman,The Money MondaysLearn more here: https://themoneymondays.comWatch all the podcast episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs0D-M5aH-0IOUKtQPKts-VZfO55mfH6kLet’s Connect...Website: https://themoneymondays.comPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-money-mondays/id1663564091Twitter: https://twitter.com/themoneymondaysLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-money-mondays/about/TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@themoneymondaysFB: https://www.facebook.com/The-Money-Mondays-110233585203220/