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Becoming Self Made

Becoming Self Made

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Becoming Self Made is a video podcast presented by Relay and hosted by Wall Street Journal bestselling author and money expert Mike Michalowicz. Each episode uncovers the real stories behind entrepreneurs who built something from the ground up—and kept going when the stakes got higher. If you're starting a business, scaling a business, or navigating the realities of being a small business owner, this podcast delivers practical lessons, mindset shifts, and real founder journeys to help you build something that lasts. Because success isn't just what you build. It's who you become. Learn more at relayfi.com. Becoming Self Made is produced by Relay.fi in partnership with Pod People. Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • How Andrew Ahn Turned Boo's Philly Cheesesteaks Into an LA Institution

    How Andrew Ahn Turned Boo's Philly Cheesesteaks Into an LA Institution
    Jun 30 2026
    What does it take to build a small business that lasts for more than 15 years in one of the most competitive industries in the world? For Andrew Ahn, founder of Boo's Philly Cheesesteaks in Los Angeles, the answer starts with family, hard work, and a willingness to do whatever it takes. Born to Korean immigrant parents, Andrew grew up watching entrepreneurship firsthand before eventually building Boo's into one of Los Angeles' most beloved cheesesteak destinations. But staying successful has required more than great food. As customer habits, technology, and marketing continue to evolve, Andrew has embraced new ways to reach customers while staying true to what made Boo's successful in the first place. In this episode of Becoming Self Made, Andrew shares lessons on entrepreneurship, small business marketing, community building, and how to grow a small business without losing its identity. He and Mike discuss family, resilience, social media, going viral, adapting to change, and why long-term success comes from serving your local community long after the buzz fades.
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    35 mins
  • Tiffany Aliche: How The Budgetnista Built a Financial Education Business Through Community

    Tiffany Aliche: How The Budgetnista Built a Financial Education Business Through Community
    Jun 23 2026
    For Tiffany Aliche, better known as The Budgetnista, entrepreneurship began with a simple mission: teach everyday people how to take control of their finances. But after losing her job in 2008 and facing financial hardship herself, Tiffany discovered that financial education alone wasn't enough. People needed support, accountability, and a community they could trust. In the Season 2 premiere of Becoming Self Made, Tiffany shares how she transformed personal setbacks into a thriving business, built one of the most trusted brands in personal finance, and grew a community that has helped thousands of people improve their financial lives. She and host Mike Michalowicz discuss entrepreneurship, small business growth, building trust, creating loyal communities, and why education became her most powerful marketing strategy. Tiffany shares her perspective on abundance, mindset, making money, and why she believes that when you change your beliefs, you change the opportunities you're able to see. From side hustles and speaking engagements to building scalable programs and a recognizable brand, Tiffany's story offers practical lessons for entrepreneurs, educators, and anyone looking to grow a business by creating genuine value for others.
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    38 mins
  • Becoming Self Made Season 2 Trailer | Hosted by Mike Michalowicz | Relay

    Becoming Self Made Season 2 Trailer | Hosted by Mike Michalowicz | Relay
    Jun 16 2026
    Becoming Self Made is a video podcast presented by Relay and hosted by entrepreneur and bestselling author, Mike Michalowicz. In Season 2, host Mike Michalowicz sits down with entrepreneurs, founders, creatives, and business leaders, including Tiffany Aliche (The Budgetnista), Tim Milgram (TMilly Studio), Jamie Deering (Deering Banjos), and Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell (Beekman 1802), and more to uncover the moments that changed everything. What is Becoming Self Made about? Every episode uncovers the raw, personal transformation behind the business—the raw moments, the mindset shifts, and the pivotal decisions that shaped who these founders became, not just what they built. Because success isn't just about what you build, it's who you become. Who hosts Becoming Self Made? Mike Michalowicz is one of today's most prolific small business authors. He's founded four multi-million dollar companies and written the frameworks—Profit First, Clockwork, The Pumpkin Plan—that have helped thousands of entrepreneurs get financially fit and operationally sound. What is Relay? Relay is digital banking built to give small business owners the tools and know-how to be great with money. By connecting accounts, cards, bills, invoices, capital, and more together in one place, Relay replaces financial guesswork with real visibility, helping owners turn cash flow from a constant source of stress into a clear signal they can use to run stronger, more resilient businesses. Learn more at https://relayfi.com/ New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Find every episode at: https://relayfi.com/becoming-self-made Learn more about Mike Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com/ Becoming Self Made Season 2 Q&A with Mike: https://relayfi.com/blog/becoming-sel... Follow us for more stories, tips, and resources to help grow your business: Blog: https://relayfi.com/blog LinkedIn: / relayfinancial Instagram: / bankwithrelay Facebook: / relayfinancial Twitter: https://x.com/relayfinancial Relay is a financial technology company, not an FDIC-insured bank. Banking services provided by Thread Bank, Member FDIC. Certain conditions must be satisfied for pass-through deposit insurance coverage to apply. #BecomingSelfMade #MikeMichalowicz #ProfitFirst #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessPodcast #Relay #FounderStories
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    1 min
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