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Roots To Riches

Roots To Riches

Written by: Justin Benton Dan Humiston Jamie Humiston PodConx
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Welcome to Roots to Riches, hosted by Justin Benton, the podcast where natural healing meets the pursuit of wealth, freedom, and purpose. This show is all about helping you harness the power of nature, mindset, and timeless principles to build a life of true abundance. We start with the roots: health, wealth and purpose. From there, we grow upward toward all types of riches be it impact, financial freedom, and control of your inner-peace. Through inspiring stories, actionable insights, and lost ancient wisdom, you’ll discover how to align your health, wealth, and purpose. Whether you’re looking to improve your mindset, explore the secrets of natural remedies, or learn how high achievers create lasting impact, Roots to Riches is your guide to thriving from the ground up. Tune in every week and grow with us! Produced by PodConx2020 - 2025 | PodConx | Roots To Riches | Miracle Plant Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
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  • Join Us On A Yacht 🛥️
    Jan 19 2026
    From Funnels to Fortune: High-Ticket Mastery, AI, and Getting Into Affluent Rooms with Justin Benton In this powerful episode of Peak Performance Hacks, hosts Max Bergstrom and Jeff Feeling sit down with Justin Benton — Two Comma Club award winner, high-ticket sales expert, and partner to Russell Brunson — to unpack what it really takes to scale in today’s AI-driven economy.Justin shares his journey from traditional sales and real estate into online funnels, high-ticket conversions, and elite partnerships. From telemarketing lessons and rejection resilience to AI optimization, affluent networking, and mapping out Vision 2026, this conversation is packed with real-world strategy, mindset shifts, and tactical insights for entrepreneurs ready to play a bigger game.If you’re serious about scaling revenue, leveraging AI, and positioning yourself in rooms where real influence lives, this episode is a must-listen.🔑 Key Topics & Takeaways🚀 Justin Benton’s Origin StoryFrom corporate sales to entrepreneurship and real estateWhy traditional career paths capped his growthEarly sales lessons from telemarketing, Cutco, and service industry jobs🧠 Funnels, COVID, and the Digital ShiftHow COVID accelerated the move from physical to digital salesDiscovering Russell Brunson and the ClickFunnels ecosystemWhy Traffic Secrets was a life-changing book💰 High-Ticket Sales & The Fortune Is in the Follow-UpWhy high-ticket offers start at $5K+The importance of 17+ follow-up touchpointsBlending automation, AI, texting, calls, events, and human connectionHow sales can double simply by improving follow-up systems🤖 AI, Automation & the Future of BusinessWhy AI is “Bitcoin at $300” right nowAI-driven funnels, voice AI, and automation strategiesLLM SEO (AI Search Optimization) vs traditional Google SEOWhy trust and brand authority matter more than ever in AI search🏆 Getting Into Affluent RoomsWhy proximity to power accelerates growthHosting private yacht masterminds and elite networking experiencesHow to position yourself for $100K–$250K offersWhy deals happen faster when you’re physically in the right rooms🎯 Vision 2026 & 10X Goal SettingMapping your entire year on a single wall calendarWhy 10X goals eliminate distractions and force leverageFinding the “one big domino” that moves everything elseLessons from Russell Brunson, Tim Ferriss, and Ben Hardy🤝 Partnership, Mentorship & ServiceHow Justin earned partnerships by over-serving firstThe Dream 100 strategy in actionWhy serving without asking creates long-term leverageHow to build relationships with industry leaders authentically🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned🌐 Convert High Ticket: https://converthighticket.com📸 Instagram: @thejustinbenton📘 Books Mentioned:Traffic Secrets – Russell BrunsonExpert Secrets – Russell Brunson10x Is Easier Than 2x – Dr. Benjamin HardyHow to Win Friends & Influence People – Dale CarnegieOutwitting the Devil – Napoleon Hill Apply to join us for Vision 2026:https://form.typeform.com/to/OBcREk4Z Thank you for tuning in to the Miracle Plant Podcast. Remember, our mission is to heal the world with the power of this miracle plant. Join us next time for more inspiring stories and insights into the world of cannabis. Produced by PodConx 101cbd - https://101cbd.org/Email Justin Benton - jbenton@101cbd.orgGet a free consultation - askjanet.orgKaneh Bosm Connection - https://youtube.com/@kanehbosmconnection Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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  • Inside a Million-Dollar Offer: Strategy, Network Effects, and the Future of High-Ticket Business
    Dec 21 2025

    What does a real million-dollar offer actually look like?

    In this episode, Russell pulls back the curtain on a rare, behind-the-scenes breakdown of a seven-figure high-ticket offer—how it was structured, why it was created, and what makes it fundamentally different from transactional consulting or equity deals.

    Along the way, he shares hard-earned lessons on qualifying clients, building leverage through teams, running evergreen events, and why brand, community, and network effects are becoming the only defensible advantages in an AI-driven future.

    This is a masterclass in high-ticket strategy, long-term thinking, and designing offers that scale without burning out the founder.

    🔑 Key Topics Covered💰 What a Million-Dollar Offer Really Is (and Isn’t)

    Why most high-ticket offers are still just “transactions”

    The danger of equity deals without proven delivery

    Designing an offer that aligns incentives for both sides

    Why deep collaboration beats done-for-you execution

    🧠 Qualifying the Right Clients

    Why a million-dollar offer is as much about who you say no to

    Structuring offers that only attract serious operators

    Protecting your time, energy, and team

    🧱 The Exact Offer Structure

    $250,000 paid upfront

    25% of revenue from the first three events

    Target outcome: $3–5M+ in client results

    Optional next step: portfolio partnership after results are proven

    🎟️ How the Event-Based Funnel Works

    Running a 3-day immersion that converts at a high level

    First launch: internal list → fast cash

    Second launch: paid ads → scale

    Third launch: evergreen → freedom

    How this model ran successfully for a full year with minimal founder involvement

    🔥 Price Marinades in Action

    Seeding a million-dollar offer early… then going silent

    Teaching pricing psychology while demonstrating it live

    How delayed reveals increase desire and commitment

    👥 The Power of Teams and Collaboration

    Strategic role vs. execution role

    Leveraging elite partners for scripting, storytelling, and offers

    How funnels, copy, and optimization are built end-to-end

    🤖 AI, Software, and the Future of Business

    Why software is becoming commoditized

    The coming collapse of traditional development roles

    What can’t be easily replicated by AI:

    Brand

    Community

    Network effects

    Why info products alone won’t survive the next wave

    🌐 Network Effects Explained

    Why companies like eBay still win despite endless competitors

    How community creates defensibility

    Why the next generation of businesses must be built around people, not just products

    🚀 What’s Coming Next

    Launching a full app with community at the center

    OfferLab expansion and massive affiliate growth

    New high-ticket experiences and experiments

    A mysterious unboxing involving Earl Nightingale’s original archives 👀

    If you want to sign up for any of Russell’s Million Dollar offers you can drop me an email at justin@secretsofsuccess.com

    Thank you for tuning in to the Miracle Plant Podcast. Remember, our mission is to heal the world with the power of this miracle plant. Join us next time for more inspiring stories and insights into the world of cannabis.

    Produced by PodConx

    101cbd - https://101cbd.org/

    Email Justin Benton - jbenton@101cbd.org

    Get a free consultation - askjanet.org

    Kaneh Bosm Connection - https://youtube.com/@kanehbosmconnection


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  • Convert Your Current Leads Into 10K+ Deals Masterclass
    Oct 6 2025
    Reviving Cold Leads: How AI and Human Touch Can Transform Your BusinessWelcome to the "Fortune is in the Follow-Up" webinar! I'm Justin Benton, and I'm thrilled to share insights from over 30 years of experience in leveraging AI to enhance business follow-ups. Today, we dive into how AI can be a game-changer for business owners, coaches, and consultants sitting on untapped potential.Key Points Discussed:Introduction to AI in Business:AI is revolutionizing how we handle business follow-ups.The focus is on using AI to achieve exponential growth and efficiency.The Importance of Follow-Up:94% of sales come from follow-up, yet most people don't follow up more than twice.Effective follow-up can turn cold leads into high-ticket clients without burnout.Convert High Ticket System:An AI-powered hybrid sales team that combines AI's efficiency with the human touch.This system can revive dead leads and nurture new ones, leading to significant sales without additional ad spend or hiring.Automation and AI Tools:Use of wearable AI devices to capture data and improve customer interactions.Automation tools for email, text, and voice follow-ups that sound human and are highly effective.Success Stories:Eileen Wilder's success in closing multiple six-figure deals in 90 days using this system.The system's ability to handle large volumes of leads and convert them efficiently.Call to Action:For those with high-ticket offers, visit Convert High Ticket to apply for our done-for-you build-out.If you don't have a high-ticket offer yet, check out Convert High Ticket Supernova to learn how to create one. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out at sales@converthighticket.com. Let's make the most of these opportunities together! Apply to have us convert your current leads into 10K+ deals here: www.converthighticket.comASK THIS EPISODE ANYTHING 00:00:03 - 00:00:14: Introduction and Welcome00:00:15 - 00:00:25: Justin Benton's Experience00:00:25 - 00:00:35: The Role of AI in Business00:00:35 - 00:00:47: Leveraging AI for Business Growth00:00:47 - 00:00:58: Exponential Multiplier with AI00:00:58 - 00:01:09: The Importance of Follow-Up00:01:09 - 00:01:19: Target Audience00:01:19 - 00:01:29: Introduction to Convert High Ticket00:01:29 - 00:01:40: Industry Experience and Success Stories00:01:40 - 00:01:50: Proven Track Record00:01:51 - 00:02:03: Innovative System Development00:02:03 - 00:02:13: AI-Powered Hybrid Sales Team00:02:13 - 00:02:27: Transformative Results00:02:27 - 00:02:38: Old vs. New Sales Methods00:02:38 - 00:02:48: Challenges with Traditional Methods00:02:48 - 00:02:59: Combining AI and Human Efforts00:02:59 - 00:03:09: Audience Engagement with AI00:03:09 - 00:03:20: AI Usage in Daily Life00:03:20 - 00:03:30: Wearable AI Devices00:03:30 - 00:03:40: Data as the New Gold00:03:40 - 00:03:50: Capturing and Utilizing Data00:03:51 - 00:04:01: Wearable AI for Data Collection00:04:01 - 00:04:12: Internal and External Data Utilization00:04:12 - 00:04:22: Unlocking Hidden Value Segments00:04:22 - 00:04:32: Analyzing Your List00:04:32 - 00:04:42: Types of Leads and Contacts00:04:43 - 00:04:53: Automation and Abandoned Cart Recovery00:04:53 - 00:05:03: AI Secrets for Automation00:05:03 - 00:05:13: Technological Advancements in Sales00:05:13 - 00:05:24: Focusing on Current Buyers00:05:24 - 00:05:34: Direct Mail and Customer Engagement00:05:34 - 00:05:46: Importance of Consistency in Follow-Up00:05:46 - 00:05:56: Statistics on Follow-Up Sales00:05:57 - 00:06:07: Average Follow-Up Attempts00:06:07 - 00:06:17: Effective Follow-Up Touchpoints00:06:18 - 00:06:28: Automation and AI in Follow-Up00:06:29 - 00:06:39: Voice AI for Follow-Up00:06:39 - 00:06:50: Machine Learning and Data Feeding00:06:50 - 00:07:00: Automation at Work00:07:00 - 00:07:11: Pre-Frame Equals Pre-Sold00:07:12 - 00:07:22: Nurturing Leads00:07:22 - 00:07:32: Identifying Interested Leads00:07:32 - 00:07:43: IP Technology for Lead Capture00:07:43 - 00:07:53: Voice AI for Abandoned Carts00:07:53 - 00:08:03: Immediate AI Follow-Up00:08:03 - 00:08:14: Human Assistance in Transactions00:08:14 - 00:08:24: Implementing New Ideas00:08:24 - 00:08:35: Winning Formula: Authority, Curiosity, Booked Call00:08:35 - 00:08:45: Establishing Authority00:08:45 - 00:08:56: Using Curiosity in Messaging00:08:56 - 00:09:07: Importance of Booked Calls00:09:07 - 00:09:17: Phone vs. Zoom for Sales Calls00:09:18 - 00:09:28: AI-Powered Messaging00:09:28 - 00:09:39: Building an AI Model00:09:39 - 00:09:49: Handling Lead Explosions with AI00:09:49 - 00:10:01: Automated Responses and Nurturing00:10:01 - 00:10:11: Scaling with AI00:10:11 - 00:10:21: Qualifying and Nurturing Leads00:10:22 - 00:10:32: Ready-to-Buy Leads00:10:33 - 00:10:43: Booking Calls for Conversions00:10:44 - 00:10:54: Closing High Ticket Sales00:10:54 - 00:11:06: AI Handling Outbound Communications00:11:06 - 00:11:17: Sales Team Integration00:11:17 - 00:11:27: Reviving Cold Leads00:11:27 - 00:11...
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