The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex
The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

Paul Alex Espinoza

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Welcome to The Level Up Podcast with Paul Alex, where real stories fuel real success.

I’m Paul Alex, ex-Detective turned 8-figure entrepreneur. After leaving law enforcement, I built multiple businesses helping everyday people create residual income and freedom on their own terms.

This podcast isn’t just talk, it’s your weekly dose of mindset, money, and mission-driven motivation. Whether you’re still working your 9-5 or building your first business, every episode is designed to help you start, scale, and sustain your own journey.

💥 Listen in to hear:

  • How I went from 100-hour weeks to financial freedom
  • Interviews with underdogs who made 6+ figures from scratch
  • Real-life strategies to build passive income
  • What it really takes to level up mentally and financially

📲 Add me on Instagram: @PaulAlex 📣 Tag your favorite episode in your IG Story and I’ll repost it with a personal message from me.

Let’s build together. Let’s grow together. And most importantly, let’s level up.

👊 Paul Alex Founder, OfficialPaulAlex.com

Recent Episodes

Sell Without Sleaze: The Art of Authentic Persuasion
JUL 7, 2025
Sell Without Sleaze: The Art of Authentic Persuasion
<p>Nobody wants to feel like a sleazy salesperson—and the truth is, you don’t have to be one to close big deals. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex reveals how to sell with integrity, connect authentically, and persuade with purpose.</p><p>🎯 Lead with Value – Forget aggressive pitches. Focus on solving real problems, and let your offer speak for itself. </p><p>🤝 Build Genuine Trust – Sales isn’t about scripts—it’s about real conversations, honesty, and showing up as your true self. </p><p>🔥 Ask, Listen, Align – Great persuasion starts with listening. Ask smart questions, understand your audience, and position your offer as the natural next step.</p><p>💡 Key Takeaway: Selling doesn’t have to feel fake. Learn how to close more deals by being yourself, providing value, and building real trust.</p><p>🎧 Tune in now, subscribe, and share this with someone who wants to sell with confidence—minus the sleaze.</p><p></p><p>“Your Network is your NETWORTH!”</p><p>Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:</p><p></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/paulalex2024">https://jo.my/paulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Facebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Youtube: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Linkedin: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur?</p><p>Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:</p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.ATMTogether.com">www.ATMTogether.com</a></p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.CashSwipe.com">www.CashSwipe.com</a></p><p></p><p>FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”</p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.officialPaulAlex.com">www.officialPaulAlex.com</a></p>
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Scale Smarter: Grow Fast Without Falling Apart
JUL 6, 2025
Scale Smarter: Grow Fast Without Falling Apart
<p>Here’s the revised description to match the title <strong>"Scale Smarter: Grow Fast Without Falling Apart"</strong>:</p><p>📈 Scaling fast can feel like a win—until it starts to break everything you’ve built. In this episode of <em>The Level Up Podcast</em>, Paul Alex breaks down how to grow your business rapidly <strong>without losing control, quality, or your sanity.</strong></p><p>🔹 <strong>Build Systems That Hold</strong> – Speed without structure leads to chaos. Learn how to set up processes that scale with you. </p><p>🔹 <strong>Train for Consistency</strong> – Your team must be prepared to deliver excellence at every level of growth. </p><p>🔹 <strong>Say No to Grow Right</strong> – Not every opportunity is worth chasing. Learn how to scale with intention.</p><p>🔥 Want to grow fast without falling apart? This episode is your blueprint to scaling smarter—not sloppier.</p><p>📢 If this helped you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's ready to scale the right way!</p><p>“Your Network is your NETWORTH!”</p><p>Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:</p><p></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/paulalex2024">https://jo.my/paulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Facebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Youtube: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Linkedin: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur?</p><p>Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:</p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.ATMTogether.com">www.ATMTogether.com</a></p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.CashSwipe.com">www.CashSwipe.com</a></p><p></p><p>FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”</p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.officialPaulAlex.com">www.officialPaulAlex.com</a></p>
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Teacher Turns $1K Into a $50K/Month Cleaning Empire ft. Yianni Avgerinos
JUL 5, 2025
Teacher Turns $1K Into a $50K/Month Cleaning Empire ft. Yianni Avgerinos
<p>What if your side hustle could replace your 9-5—and scale into a $50K/month empire?</p><p>In this episode of <strong>The Level Up Podcast</strong>, Paul Alex sits down with <strong>Yianni Avgerinos</strong> (@yianniavs), a former teacher who turned a $1,000 investment into <strong>Opa Cleaning</strong>, a booming commercial and residential cleaning business now operating nationwide.</p><p>🚀 From mopping floors himself to leading a team of 25+ cleaners… 💡 From part-time hustle to full-time freedom… Yianni breaks down how he:</p><ul><li>Launched with less than $1K</li><li>Scaled using platforms like Nextdoor &amp; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Care.com">Care.com</a></li><li>Built lasting client relationships</li><li>Uses mindset, faith, and strategy to grow sustainably</li><li>Plans to hit 7-9 figures with a nationwide supply chain vision</li></ul><p>Whether you’re stuck in a job you’ve outgrown or looking to build your first business from scratch, this episode gives you the <strong>blueprint to break out and level up</strong>.</p><p></p><p>“Your Network is your NETWORTH!”</p><p>Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:</p><p></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/paulalex2024">https://jo.my/paulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Facebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Youtube: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Linkedin: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur?</p><p>Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:</p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.ATMTogether.com">www.ATMTogether.com</a></p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.CashSwipe.com">www.CashSwipe.com</a></p><p></p><p>FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”</p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.officialPaulAlex.com">www.officialPaulAlex.com</a></p>
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49 MIN
How to Outperform a Saturated Market in 2025
JUL 4, 2025
How to Outperform a Saturated Market in 2025
<p>🔥 In today’s crowded marketplace, standing out isn’t optional—it’s survival. In this episode, Paul Alex breaks down exactly how to outperform your competition and thrive in even the most saturated industries in 2025.</p><p>🔹 Be Different, Not Just Better – In a sea of sameness, uniqueness wins. Learn how to create an offer or brand that’s impossible to ignore. 🔹 Consistency Crushes Flash – Short-term hype fades. Discover why relentless effort and long-term focus lead to lasting success. 🔹 Know the Market Better Than Anyone – Anticipate needs, solve problems faster, and build deeper customer loyalty by mastering your niche.</p><p>💡 Key Takeaway: In 2025, the winners won’t be the loudest—they’ll be the smartest, most consistent, and most strategic. Tune in to learn how to rise above the noise and take over your market.</p><p>💬 Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe, drop a review, and share it with someone ready to break through in a crowded space!</p><p></p><p>“Your Network is your NETWORTH!”</p><p>Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:</p><p></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/paulalex2024">https://jo.my/paulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Facebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Youtube: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Linkedin: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur?</p><p>Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:</p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.ATMTogether.com">www.ATMTogether.com</a></p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.CashSwipe.com">www.CashSwipe.com</a></p><p></p><p>FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”</p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.officialPaulAlex.com">www.officialPaulAlex.com</a></p>
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Spark the Comeback: Escaping the Trap of Stagnation
JUL 3, 2025
Spark the Comeback: Escaping the Trap of Stagnation
<p><strong>Feeling stuck in business or life? It’s time to spark the comeback.</strong> In this episode of <em>The Level Up Podcast</em>, Paul Alex unpacks how to escape the trap of stagnation and reignite your momentum. Whether you're plateauing in your career, losing passion in your business, or just feeling off-track—this episode is your roadmap to bounce back stronger.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Learn:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Spot the Signs Early:</strong> Learn how to recognize when you’re stuck before it becomes your new normal.</li><li><strong>Break Old Patterns:</strong> Why growth requires challenging routines, perspectives, and comfort zones.</li><li><strong>Make Bold Moves:</strong> Understand how hesitation fuels stagnation—and why bold action is the cure.</li></ul><p>💡 <strong>Key Takeaway:</strong> You’re one bold move away from momentum. Spark the comeback, reclaim your drive, and start growing again.</p><p></p><p>“Your Network is your NETWORTH!”</p><p>Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:</p><p></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/paulalex2024">https://jo.my/paulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Facebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Youtube: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Linkedin: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024">https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024</a></p><p></p><p>Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur?</p><p>Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:</p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.ATMTogether.com">www.ATMTogether.com</a></p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.CashSwipe.com">www.CashSwipe.com</a></p><p></p><p>FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”</p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.officialPaulAlex.com">www.officialPaulAlex.com</a></p>
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2 MIN