The Sweaty Startup
Want to build a successful business? Packed with the principles, strategies, and methods used to grow successful companies, The Sweaty Startup will help you make your vision a reality. Hosted by successful entrepreneur Nick Huber. Short, to the point and no fluff.
Episodes
How I Built Trust, Closed Bigger Deals, and Turned Scrappy Starts Into Real Wealth
I break down the real way I approach sales, building trust by talking about what can go wrong instead of just selling upside. I share how I went from scrappy, no budget marketing to building businesses that generate serious cash, and why most entrepreneurs move too fast into holding companies without the fundamentals. We get into the three things you actually need to win, cash, network, and opera
The Truth About Private Jets (Built on "Boring" Businesses)
In this episode, I break down the reality behind private jets and why the people who own them aren't who you think. It's not tech founders or venture backed startups. It's operators running simple, "boring" businesses like HVAC, storage, and local services. I share how those businesses create real wealth, and how that wealth translates into true freedom like being with family when it matters and t
Stop Following Your Passion (Do This If You Actually Want to Get Rich)
In this episode, I break down why "follow your passion" is some of the worst advice in entrepreneurship and what you should be doing instead if you actually want to make money. I explain how I think about choosing businesses, why boring industries like self storage and service businesses win, and how cash flow gives you leverage to solve bigger problems. I also get into what's happening in real es
I Raised $30M Without Giving Up Control (How I Bought a Massive Business)
In this episode, I break down exactly how I went from running smaller businesses to acquiring a company at scale without giving up control. I share how I built my audience, why I went all in on Somewhere instead of cashing out, and how I structured a nearly $30M deal where investors got paid first but had zero decision-making power. I talk about the pressure of using other people's money, what I l
Why A Players Leave and How Great Leaders Actually Build Teams
In this episode, I break down how I think about hiring A players, why I move quickly on low performers, and how I build teams that can operate without me. I talk about why most leaders overcomplicate things, how slow decisions and poor standards drive great people away, and why focusing on simple, proven execution is what actually wins in business. Grow your business: https://sweatystartup.com/
Why Confidence Comes From Doing Hard Things Not Thinking About Them
Chris and I talked about where real confidence comes from and why you cannot fake it. I shared how doing hard things builds confidence, why networking only works after you create real value, and how most people get this backwards. We also got into leadership, why you cannot delegate too early, and my honest thoughts on AI and where it actually adds value in business today. Grow your business: h
Why Taking Action Beats Networking and Overthinking in Business
Ryan and I talked about what actually separates people who build successful businesses from those who stay stuck thinking about it. We got into the mindset that drives real entrepreneurs, why urgency and action matter more than perfect planning, and how most people misunderstand networking. I shared the lesson a mentor taught me early in my career about sales being at the center of everything in b
Why Sales and Simple Service Businesses Still Win in Entrepreneurship
Austin and I talked about what entrepreneurship actually looks like when you start from nothing. I shared how my first business began by simply trading my time for money and why learning sales is the foundation of building any company. We discussed the early hustle behind Storage Squad, including chalk marketing on college campuses and hiring great people in unexpected places, along with the mome
Building Through Chaos: Raising Capital, Buying Somewhere, and Betting on Global Talent
In this episode with Peter, I break down what really happened behind the scenes after buying Somewhere and scaling Bolt Storage through one of the most chaotic real estate markets in years. We talk about the pressure that comes with raising outside capital, why discipline in underwriting saved us when rates doubled, and how slowing down in storage led me to double down on building a global talent
The Cash Flow Game: Playing the Odds in Business and Life
In this conversation with Roohi, I break down why most entrepreneurs are chasing the wrong game. We talk about starting with the end in mind, setting a personal cash flow number, and building boring businesses that actually stack the odds in your favor. I explain why speed is your only real advantage as a founder, how momentum compounds over time, and why making 30K a month in a proven business be
Irrational Confidence, Extreme Ownership and Building Real Leverage
In this episode with Chris and Chris, I talk about overcoming doubt, building irrational confidence, and using fear setting to make hard decisions less scary. We unpack lessons from chaotic early business seasons, anxiety filled moments, and the mindset shift toward extreme ownership that changed everything for me. We also cover leverage through hiring, auditing your time, focusing on sales and ma
Why Struggle Is the Point
Jamie and I talked about why struggle is not something to avoid but something to embrace. We got into parenting, confidence, health, balance, and why giving yourself permission matters more than waiting for approval. We discussed what a good life actually looks like, how pressure shapes better people, and why playing the long game across generations is more meaningful than chasing status or shortc
Why Most Entrepreneurs Burn Out and How to Actually Build a Life You Want
Nick Aufenkamp and I dug into the real reasons most entrepreneurs end up overwhelmed, broke, or miserable. We talked about delegation, generational wealth, and why the "boring" businesses often lead to the most freedom. I shared how I built leverage through international hiring, what I look for when choosing a game worth playing, and why long-term stress and sacrifice only make sense if you're cha
How I Built Businesses By Choosing Better Odds And Doing Hard Things
Trevor and I talked through how I build real businesses by choosing better odds instead of chasing hype. I shared how I started from zero, tested demand with simple tactics, and why boring proven ideas beat trying to be the one in a thousand startup. We also covered pricing, firing bad customers, using data over ego, and why business never gets easier, you just get stronger. From building companie
How I Built a Life Around Freedom and Used Boring Businesses to Fund It
Mikk and I sat down to talk about what it really means to build a business that supports the life you want instead of trapping you in a cycle of stress and burnout. I walked him through the lessons I've learned from operating service companies, investing in real estate, and hiring globally to lower overhead. We got into how I've used boring, simple businesses to build leverage, why momentum is the
How I Built Wealth by Doing the Boring Work That Actually Pays
Matt and I talked about the kind of businesses that actually build wealth and why most people overlook them chasing trends that never pay off. I shared my story from Storage Squad to Somewhere and broke down how trading time for money is still the best place to start. We talked about the real odds of success, what Silicon Valley gets wrong, how to think about leverage, and when to finally hire so
How I Built Wealth Doing Boring Work Most People Ignore
Cody and I dug into the real side of entrepreneurship, what it actually takes to build wealth without chasing shiny ideas. I shared why I walked away from the tech startup fantasy and leaned into simple businesses that solve real problems. We talked through the ten minute drill, how I evaluate opportunity in any town, and why people waste years building businesses with zero demand. I broke down wh
How James Laidlaw Built InHomeGolf into a Multi Million Dollar Business
This is the full conversation I had with James Laidlaw about how he walked away from a high-paying commission job and built InHome Golf from scratch. We broke down how he scaled a golf simulator business during COVID, reinvested everything back into growth, and navigated the chaos that comes with explosive customer demand. Here's a photo of my simulator setup that James's company installed for me
How to Get Unstuck and Build a Career You Actually Want
Brian and I got into what it really takes to make progress when you're stuck in a job, a business, or a mindset that's not working. We talked about how people overanalyze and under-execute, why momentum matters more than motivation, and the mindset shifts that helped me stop chasing the perfect idea and start stacking wins. I shared the story of how I built my early businesses, how I tested ideas
Why I Stopped Chasing Billion Dollar Ideas and Started Optimizing for Real Freedom
Corey and I got into what actually matters when you're building a business and a life. We talked about what true wealth looks like beyond the money, why health and time freedom matter more than status, and how I'm thinking about the next 10 years. I broke down how I approach business growth, the truth about AI and electricity, and what most entrepreneurs get wrong about lifestyle creep. We also go
The One Deal That Changed My Life and What Wealth Really Means
Jules and I talked about what building real wealth actually looks like and how most people completely misunderstand what it takes. I walked through the early days of Storage Squad, the financial mistakes that nearly broke me, and the pressure of borrowing millions before I knew what I was doing. We got into how one boring self-storage deal changed the entire trajectory of my life, why simple execu
Why Simplicity Beats Scale in Building a Profitable Business
I broke down my full trajectory from broke college kid to owning a portfolio of companies bringing in hundreds of thousands a month. I shared the hardest moments, crying on a Boston sidewalk after wrecked trucks and bad reviews, and why most people underestimate how brutal the stress can get. We got into the financial whiplash that comes with entrepreneurship, how I think about lifestyle creep, an
Why Most People Fail at Business and How to Spot Opportunities That Actually Win
Jared and I got into the real truth behind why most people struggle to build a real business. I walked him through how I learned to operate, how I built my hiring systems, and why delegation and simple execution beat complicated ideas every single time. We talked about the mistakes entrepreneurs make when they overthink instead of taking action, how I built teams inside my portfolio companies, and
From Debt to Millions Through Ownership
In this episode, I sat down with Andrew Giancola to talk about what actually builds wealth, ownership, leverage, and playing long-term games. We got into the mindset shifts that helped me go from a service business to raising tens of millions of dollars, and how Andrew made the leap from financial stress to financial freedom. This conversation is packed with lessons for anyone serious about escapi
How to Win in Business Without Getting Trapped in Your Own Job
I sat down with Amy Calandrino to talk about one of the biggest traps in small business, owning a job instead of an asset. We unpacked the real difference between momentum and just being stuck on a treadmill, how real estate can either unlock freedom or bury you, and why most people overcomplicate entrepreneurship. If you're serious about building something durable, not just flashy, this conversat
How I Raised Twenty Million to Take Control of a Fifty Million Dollar Company
Tom and I talk about the moment I turned down a multimillion dollar cash-out offer and instead decided to raise twenty million dollars and buy control of Somewhere.com. I walk through how that deal came together, how I borrowed nine million from the founder, structured the investor tranches, and rebuilt the leadership team while still running Bolt Storage and RE Cost Seg. We get into why I believe
How I Pulled Off a $52M Acquisition | with Acquiring Minds
This is the full conversation I had with Will Smith and Niklas James on the Acquiring Minds podcast in April of 2025. We broke down how I bought Somewhere.com, how I run my real estate private equity firm, and how I leverage offshore talent to scale revenue while saving costs. We discussed how I think about building teams, why sales is the foundation of all businesses, and why buying a company is
From Chaos to Capital: How I Built Wealth Through Grit and Smart Bets
Nick Lamagna and I sat down to talk about what really happens when you're in the trenches, when the deals are falling apart, the pressure's on, and you're questioning everything. We got into the difference between chasing shiny objects and building real wealth through boring businesses, why the best opportunities aren't always the loudest, and how who you surround yourself with can either push you
Controversial Takes That Might Save Your Life
Elijah and I dive into some of my most controversial takes, things I believe today that most people will agree with in 20 years. From mouth breathing and marriage to AI and heart disease, this episode is packed with stuff nobody's talking about but probably should be. No fluff, just sharp takes and honest conversation. Grow your business: https://sweatystartup.com/events Book: https://www.
How I Bought a Business, Built a Global Team, and Survived Internet Hate
I went from running a student storage company out of college to owning 63 self-storage facilities, building a global team across five continents, and acquiring a multi-million dollar recruiting business. In this episode, I sat down with Will Smith and Niklas from Acquiring Minds to break down how I structure deals, why offshoring changed everything for my operations, and how I think about building
How Great Founders Build Stress Tolerance and Teams That Win
Alisa and I dug deep into what separates great founders from the rest. We talked about building stress tolerance like a muscle, hiring people who actually care, and the difference between delegation and abdication. We also got into the trap of chasing arbitrary net worth goals and why most entrepreneurs dramatically overshoot what they really need. This episode is full of real stories, honest take
How to Make Millions as a Solo Operator Without Building a Big Team
In this episode, I sat down with Rod Santomassimo to talk about building a lean, profitable business without chasing scale for the sake of ego. Rod's a master at helping solo operators punch above their weight by focusing on systems, discipline, and value. We get into why bigger isn't always better, how to grow revenue without growing headaches, and the underrated power of operating with clarity a
How Discipline at Home Builds Winners in Business and Life
Dustin Burnham and I sat down to talk about parenting, leadership, and the hard lessons that shape resilient people. We dug into what it really takes to raise kids who can think for themselves, handle stress, and create value in the world. From letting them feel real consequences to building habits that outlast trends, this one's about long-term thinking, at home and in business. Grow your busine
How to Raise Your First Invoice, Survive Chaos, and Sell Without Being Pushy
Building Lean Teams and Big Empires with Brandon Turner
Brandon and I dive deep into what it actually takes to build real businesses that last. We talk about hiring global talent, keeping overhead lean, scaling across multiple companies, and why most people overcomplicate everything. This conversation is packed with practical insights from two guys who have been through the fire and figured out how to win by keeping it simple and moving fast. Grow you
How I Built a Multi-Million Dollar Company by Hiring Talent in Walmart Parking Lots
I sat down with Shawn Nelson to talk about what it really takes to build something that lasts. We covered everything from spotting talent in the wild to shaking every tree to raise capital. I share the story of recruiting one of my best hires in a freezing Walmart parking lot and how that same mindset applies to building wealth through sweaty startups. If you're serious about business and tired of
Spotting Million Dollar Business Ideas Before Everyone Else
In this episode, I sit down with Greg Isenberg to talk about the types of businesses most people overlook. We get into sweaty startups, firewood delivery, nanny recruiting, Christmas light installs and how some of them quietly turn into million-dollar companies. I also share why I've spent over six figures on domains and why that's one of the best investments I've ever made. If you're trying to fi
AI Panic, Fatherhood, and the Truth About Modern Masculinity
In this episode, I sat down with Zuby to talk about the deeper side of entrepreneurship, confidence, culture, and what it means to build a meaningful life in today's world. We got into AI hype vs reality, why the health system is failing men, the societal pressure against family, and how confidence, not intelligence, is often the key to success. If you're thinking long term about wealth, health, o
The Hard Truth About Starting and Scaling a Small Business
I joined Rohit to break down the real path to building wealth through business. We talked about picking the right boring business, building confidence when no one gives you permission, and why consistency beats intelligence every time. This is for anyone ready to stop analyzing and start taking action. Grow your business: https://sweatystartup.com/events Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty
How to Start, Scale, and Win Without Playing the VC Game
Justin and I break down how to build real wealth starting with just 10K and no pedigree. We walk through starting boring businesses, raising capital with nothing but grit, and scaling through smart delegation and structure. We also get into how I acquired Somewhere.com and why building a media engine isn't just about attention, it's about leverage. If you're serious about business and want to skip
Why Most People Fail at Business and What the Winners Do Differently
Hannes Hennche and I break down why entrepreneurship isn't for everyone and what separates the winners from the ones who burn out. We talk about delegation, building leverage, and why following your passion is usually a trap. If you've ever wondered who should be running a business, how to build a team that doesn't rely on you for every decision, and why $50/hour work with no skill beats chasing u
How to Build Leverage and Scale Without Losing Control
In this episode, Taylor Avakian and I break down how leverage across every part of my business, from owning multiple companies to using AI to boost performance. We talk about how to structure a team, build a system that scales, and why most people fail at delegation and hiring. It's a real look at what it takes to grow without getting buried in the process. Grow your business: https://sweatysta
How to Build Leverage and Scale Without Losing Control
In this episode, Taylor Avakian and I break down how leverage across every part of my business, from owning multiple companies to using AI to boost performance. We talk about how to structure a team, build a system that scales, and why most people fail at delegation and hiring. It's a real look at what it takes to grow without getting buried in the process. Grow your business: https://sweatysta
How Boring Businesses Make Millions (And Why You're Playing the Wrong Game)
Louis Shulman and I break down what it really takes to build a business that prints cash. We talk sales hiring delegation finding the right market and avoiding the traps that keep most people stuck. No theory just practical lessons from the trenches. Grow your business: https://sweatystartup.com/events Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X Newsle
How Owning a Jet Changed the Way I Run My Companies
In this episode, I sat down with Simon Turner to unpack what real entrepreneurship actually looks like, beyond the social media fluff and one of the best ways to buy your time back. We talked about buying boring businesses, earning leverage through discipline, how everyday operators build extraordinary wealth and private aviation. Grow your business: https://sweatystartup.com/events Book:
How to Build Wealth Without Chasing Your Passion
In this episode, I sat down with Travis Chappell to talk about the real game of entrepreneurship, one that doesn't start with passion, but with leverage, discipline, and picking battles you can actually win. We got into why boring businesses outperform flashy ones, why real estate isn't passive, and how I ended up buying a $52 million company without anyone's permission. If you've ever been told t
No One Will Give You Permission. Take Action Anyway
In this clip, I sat down with Seth Stevens to talk about what it really takes to build something great. We covered why waiting for permission is a trap, how I went from broke and overlooked to building a much larger net worth and the truth about what successful people actually do to buy back their time. Grow your business: https://sweatystartup.com/events Book: https://www.amazon.com/Swea
Why I Went All In on the Hardest Business I've Ever Built
In this episode, I sat down with Nick Hulewsky to break down the real story behind why I walked away from a secure win and went all in on building the hardest business of my career. We covered how I bought out my partner, why outsourcing talent changed everything for me, and what it actually takes to raise money and scale a company when you're betting on yourself. I shared what most people get wro
This is Why Most People Never Get Rich
Most people are playing the wrong game. I used to think everyone should start a business. I don't think that anymore. In this episode with Al Elliot, we talked about why chasing the wrong career or business can leave you miserable, even if you win. I shared the story of a friend who did everything right, top law school, high-paying job, but realized he hated his life. We talked about how to pick t
The Hard Truth About Success.
In this episode, Nick Huber and Adam Lush (@MindBranches) discuss life, business, and success during a live X.com Spaces conversation. They pull back the curtain on why most people underestimate their stress tolerance, how confidence is built by doing hard things, and why pride is the silent killer of great decisions. Nick explains why trying to invent something revolutionary is usually a losing g
You Don't Deserve a Business Until You've Done the Dirty Work
In this episode, Chris Koerner and I talk about what it actually takes to build something meaningful. Not the social media version. The real version. We talk about taking punches in business, dealing with hate online, and why most people have no clue what their stress limit really is. We talk about how real confidence comes from doing hard things and why most networking is a waste of time. We brea
432: Why goal setting is overrated
Goals are important. Yes, you should have a direction that you are rowing your boat. But I feel like the world out there right now have a bunch of people who are stuck in making goals. This episode originally aired on Oct 14, 2020 My book, "The Sweaty Startup" is OUT! I worked on it for 18 months. You can buy it here: https://amzn.to/4aWyrAF It's the how-to business guide I wish I had when bui
I have a BIG announcement...
My book, "The Sweaty Startup" is out TODAY. I worked on it for 18 months. You can buy it here: https://amzn.to/4aWyrAF It's the how-to business guide I wish I had when building my first business. Most business books have 2–3 gold nuggets total. I aimed for 2–3 per page. This is a short, concise guide on how to: – Pick a business idea – Grow that business – Out-operate your competition Sales, hirin
Why Urgency Beats Strategy Every Time
In this episode, I sat down with Ryan Hawk to talk about the one thing that separates winners from everyone else, urgency. You don't need another meeting, you need to make a decision and get it done by lunch. I also shared the story of how my VP of Finance called me out on a bad deal, and why creating a culture where your team can challenge you is non-negotiable. If you can move fast, change your
431: Earning is more powerful than saving
Being frugal taught me to spend wisely and budget well, but I've recently learned that earning is even more powerful. In this episode of Sweaty Startup, I'll share why earning matters more than saving. This episode originally aired on Oct 7, 2020 Join Shaan Puri and I for a free CEO bootcamp on May 1st, here: https://hubs.ly/Q03cWPrk0 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll l
How I Learned to Love Sales (After Hating It)
In this episode, I talked with Ryan Hawk about one of the biggest wake-up calls of my career: if you don't like sales, you're in trouble. I used to think I could just be the visionary. The builder. The guy behind the scenes making things happen. But that only works in theory. In reality, every meaningful result in life requires sales, whether it's getting someone to join your team, invest in your
How to Make Better Decisions
In this video, I talk to Ryan Hawk about how decision-making is something you get better at by actually doing it, not just reading about it. I share how my dad let me make small, low-risk decisions as a kid, which helped me build that skill early. Now I'm doing the same with my own kids. We also touched on what I learned from college sports and how trying to protect people from every struggle they
Why Hiring Is A Lot Like Hunting
In this episode I talked to Ryan Hawk about how hiring is a lot like hunting. You're not passively reviewing resumes, you are actively searching for top talent and trying to recruit them to your team. The hard truth is that most people are incompetent, and if you tolerate C-Players, eventually your A-players will leave. I also shared a story from a mentor of mine, Chris Powers, that changed how I
This Mindset Shift Will Change How You Approach Business
Everyone is selfish. Once you understand this, the way you approach business, networking, and relationships completely changes. In this clip I explain why most networking is a waste of time, why value creation is the only thing that really matters, and why nobody owes you anything. Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X Newsletter: https://www.nick
430: The hardest thing about entrepreneurship
Everybody wants the reward, but not everybody wants the process. That's what makes entrepreneurship difficult and challenging. You'll be working for countless hours and only see the results after 3, 5, to 10 years. It's hard and difficult but that's where real entrepreneurs thrive. Listen to the full episode as I share about the hardest part about entrepreneurship. This episode originally aired
429: Why I Hate Tech Startups
I received a question from Frank, asking me "What's the beef with tech?" In this episode of Sweaty Startup, join me as I'm going to answer this awesome question. This episode originally aired on May 18, 2022 Join Shaan Puri and I for a free CEO bootcamp on April 16th, here: https://hubs.ly/Q03cWPrk0 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a long fo
428: Why business friendly locations aren't always the best opportunities
You hear often, "Living in a business-friendly state, is an advantage". That's why a lot of entrepreneurs settle down in not too competitive location to start a business. However, business-friendly locations does not mean profit! This episode was originally posted on November 5, 2022 Join Shaan Puri and I for a free CEO bootcamp on April 16th, here: https://hubs.ly/Q03cWPrk0 Thanks for liste
How to build an audience, career goal setting, how to hire and more
Want to ask me something? You can submit questions to me about business, real estate, life, or your career here: https://sweatystartup.com/ask In today's episode I cover: - What are you most focused on as far as your career goals for 2035? - If you had to start over building an audience today, what if anything, would you do differently and what platforms would you focus on now? - Where is the b
427: Are you working smart or working hard?
There is a difference. One makes you successful and earns you a lot of money - and one ends in frustration and doesn't produce results. Join Shaan Puri and I for a free CEO bootcamp on April 16th, here: https://hubs.ly/Q03cWPrk0 This episode was originally posted on April 28, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to
426: The most important rule of real estate and small business
Life is a numbers game, just like dating. The more you put yourself out there, the more chances you have to find the right match. Over time, you learn to filter opportunities, focusing on quality over quantity. In this episode of Sweaty Startup, I'll share the key rule for real estate and small business to help you do just that. This episode was originally posted on May 26, 2021 Thanks for lis
425: Why entrepreneurship isn't as risky as you think
A lot of people tend to think that entrepreneurship is risky. That's why the majority of people decide to just look for a job they think is safe and secure. In this short but valuable episode, I'm sharing why entrepreneurship isn't as risky as you think. This episode was originally posted on October 21, 2020 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a
424: Why business IS NOT all about finding good people
Successful people always say that they were lucky to find good people who helped them with their business but it's a lie! In this episode of the Sweaty Startup, I'm sharing why finding a unicorn employee is not enough for a business to succeed! This episode was originally posted on August 20, 2020 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a long form
423: The secret to making good decisions in times of uncertainty
Do you find yourself struggling to make good decisions in tough times? I'm doing a rerun of one of my favorite episode about the topic of having a Radical Mindedness. This helped me and I believe this will help you too! Enjoy! This episode was originally posted on April 17, 2020 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to buil
422: How to Beat 'Analysis Paralysis' and start achieving
I'm sharing how to get unstuck in "analysis paralysis". Deciding which business opportunity to pursue is extremely difficult. The resources to study are endless and there is never a perfect moment. This episode will help you get over that hump and start something. This episode was originally posted on November 11, 2019 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter.
421: 3 of the most important lessons I've learned in the past 10 years
I will share 3 of the most important lessons I've learned in more than 10-years of being an entrepreneur. I believe these lessons will help you as it helped me to become who I am today. This episode was originally posted on March 16, 2022 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers eac
420: Keep it simple
At pitch competitions, you'll hear, "What makes you different?" and "What makes you better?" But after selling a business and running a real estate firm, I've learned—it's not about being different, it's about execution. Keep it simple! Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each we
419: Don't try to reinvent the wheel with entrepreneurship
There are a lot of bad businesses out there right now making good money. Some of them suck at sales. Some suck at recruiting, marketing, or SEO. Maybe they run their businesses like its 1980's. Yet they still make really good money! So don't stress yourself by reinventing the wheel, instead, listen to this episode to get ideas to start your business! Here's the link for Businesses I Love - The
418: How to not compete on price again
The on-demand economy thrives on speed. Customers want service now, not later. Avoid competing on price—someone will always be cheaper. Gain an edge by offering same-day service. Frontload your business to grow faster and win. Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscr
417: How to come up with a great business idea in 2025
Starting a business but unsure where to begin? I share a proven method to vet ideas, analyze opportunities, and launch a market-ready company for 2025. Learn how to list, analyze, and spot market gaps for success! Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: htt
416: Focus - why its critical and why you aren't wired to get it right
The thing about business and entrepreneurship is that there's a sweet spot that's really hard to find which is to find a profitable business model. In this episode, I'm going to share what you can do if you found your business model and make it successful! This episode was originally posted on February 9, 2022 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a
415: What if my passion doesn't pay the bills?
I had a caller who was interested in a few things that are tough to monetize. How should someone handle a situation like that? In this episode, I share my thoughts. This is actually a rerun of one of the most downloaded episodes on Sweaty Startup, and I hope you'll enjoy it! This episode was originally posted on October 16, 2019 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my n
414: Three important habits that will change your life and your business
I discuss life and happiness, drawing insights from How to Win Friends and Influence People as I reflect on the book and my own experiences. I share three powerful habits that transform my life and business. This episode was originally posted on July 1, 2020 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed
413: How to market your business effectively
Effective marketing means targeting your most valuable customers, adding value, and staying in your wheelhouse. This episode covers being likable, creating content, and balancing the 80/20 rule to maximize profits. This episode was originally posted on December 13, 2018 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth a
412: What if entrepreneurship isn't the best option for you
Not everyone is suited for entrepreneurship. Many business owners face being overworked, underpaid, and struggling with work-life balance. Success requires delegation, tough decisions, and self-awareness. For some, fulfillment may lie in working for others rather than running a business. This episode was originally posted on July 28, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you'll
411: How to Hire & Delegate
This is a speech I gave at Codie Sanchez's event in Austin, Texas in 2024. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you'll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content? I'm @Swe
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