Pay or Quit
by Shawn Austin Johnson
In and Out of Foster Care to CEO: I Broke the Patterns of My Past |…
About this podcast
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
The newest 20 of 33 episodes
- In and Out of Foster Care to CEO: I Broke the Patterns of My Past | Tristian Clark · 1 h 18 min · Season 2 Episode 25Send us Fan Mail 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…
- Build Wealth the Smart Way | Aaron Robertson · 25 min · Season 2 Episode 24Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into the core principles of achieving success through sheer hard work and unwavering discipline. We explore the powerful mindset…
- Flipping Houses at Scale Not Lifting A Hammer | Sam Eddinger · 29 min · Season 2 Episode 23Send us Fan Mail 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…
- Why most businesses never break through (until they learn this) | Ben Serven · 43 min · Season 2 Episode 22Send us Fan Mail Ben Serven, the founder of Black Sheep Global, discusses the transformative power of process optimization and automation in property management. Learn how to…
- What Does Social Media and The Game of Monopoly have in Common? | Barrett Freeman · 30 min · Season 2 Episode 21Send us Fan Mail 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…
- Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot to Business Ownership | Jason Santiago · 1 h 8 min · Season 2 Episode 20Send us Fan Mail From Combat Pilot to Gym Owner: Jason Santiago's Journey of Service and Entrepreneurship Join us in this episode of Pay or Quit as we sit down with Jason…
- Is outbound sales right for you? | Ben Smith · 59 min · Season 2 Episode 19Send us Fan Mail Mastering Outbound Sales with Ben Smith In this episode, Shawn interviews Ben Smith, the founder of Bright Reach Sales, who has over seven years of experience in…
- Your business is failing because of this · 7 min · Season 2 Episode 18Send us Fan Mail The dangers of becoming too comfortable in business, warning that complacency can lead to failure. A quick-fire challenge with five crucial questions to…
- Your Personal Brand Matters to Scale Your Business | Drea Buer · 1 h 0 min · Season 2 Episode 16Send us Fan Mail Mastering Social Media Branding with Drea Buer: Insights from Respect the Brand In this episode, Shawn welcomes Drea Buer, branding expert and founder of Respect…
- Your Business is Worth $0 Until You Fix These 3 Things. Then it becomes irresistible! · 6 min · Season 2 Episode 17Send us Fan Mail Why Your Business Is Worth Nothing Until You Fix These Issues In this episode of the Payer Quit podcast, Shawn Austin Johnson discusses the harsh reality that…
- The Heartbeat of Business Success | Peter Hernandez · 60 min · Season 2 Episode 15Send us Fan Mail 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…
- The Most Powerful Wisdom I've Collected Over 12 Years · 19 min · Season 2 Episode 14Send us Fan Mail 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…
- Two Practical Paths to Financial Freedom · 21 min · Season 2 Episode 13Send us Fan Mail Practical strategies for entrepreneurs to deploy their profits while growing their wealth. Shawn Johnson shares a recent mentoring session he had with a friend…
- Do you Have to Choose Between Success and Family? | Berenice Brito · 39 min · Season 2 Episode 12Send us Fan Mail Balancing Success: Career, Relationships, and Entrepreneurship with Berenice Brito Shawn Johnson, along with his guest, Berenice Brito, discuss the misconception…
- Transforming Financial Defaults into Intentional Design · 55 min · Season 2 Episode 11Send us Fan Mail To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule here Mastering Financial Freedom: The Intersection…
- What It Takes To Be A Millionaire: 3 Principles to Becoming Rich · 39 min · Season 2 Episode 10Send us Fan Mail To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule here Mastering Mindset and Financial Discipline for…
- From Pastor to Entrepreneur: I Built a Thriving Business in a New Industry from Scatch | Cody Stovall · 47 min · Season 2 Episode 9Send us Fan Mail To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule here Scaling a niche entertainment business in…
- Helicopter Sales CEO: How Grit Got Me to the TOP Disrupting an Industry | Halsey Schider · 50 min · Season 2 Episode 8Send us Fan Mail To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule here From Professional Helicopter Pilot to…
- Are You Making This Fatal Business Error That's Killing Your Business? · 31 min · Season 2 Episode 7Send us Fan Mail To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule here Why Small Businesses Fail: The Gritty Truth In…
- Master Delegation: Let Go of Control and See Your Business Scale · 31 min · Season 2 Episode 6Send us Fan Mail To see if you're a fit for Shawn's exclusive Generational Wealth Framework for PMC owner's program: Schedule here Mastering Delegation: From Tasks to Leadership…







