The Entrepreneur DNA
This podcast is focused on entrepreneurs who want more than they have, whether they have experienced failure or are too scared to start due to lack of guidance. Host Justin Colby and his guests share advice on how they have become successful in business, along with missteps to avoid. The interviews get personal, offering value to both business and personal life. Each episode is guaranteed to deliver actionable insights.
Episodes
Why Your Old Identity Has to Die Before Your New Life Can Begin | Nathaniel Cilley
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In this episode we cover:
What Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) is and how it differs from CB
The Disease of Wimpy Goals — Why Your Business Isn't Growing | Brad Sugars
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In this episode, I sit down with Brad Sugars — the Founder and Chairman of ActionCOACH, the world's #1 business coaching firm with over 1,000 offices in 85 countries — to break down exactly what separates the entrepreneurs who sc
Scale or Fail: Why Most Founders Get Stuck in the Circus Phase | Allison Maslan
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In this episode I sit down with Allison Maslan, founder and CEO of Pinnacle Global Network and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Scale or Fail, who has personally built ten companies and helped her team mentor over 150,000 founders. We talk about why the business owner is so often the thing standi
The #1 Mistake Early-Stage Entrepreneurs Make | Michael Burcham
Are you ready to stop treating your startup like a side project and start building a scalable business? In this episode, Dr. Michael Burcham shares the hard-earned wisdom of a veteran who has transitioned from a physical therapist to a multi-million dollar private equity investor.
We dive deep into the mindset shifts required to go from a day job to a full-time founder, the critical importance of
Tackling Toxicity: From Bystander to Upstander | Mauricio Velasquez
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In this episode I sit down with Mauricio Velasquez, a worldwide conflict resolution and emotional intelligence consultant who has trained in over seventy five countries, from Guantanamo Bay to the White House to professional sports organizations like the MLS. We get into why most people are conflict averse and what ha
The Hustler Has to Die: How to Finally Become a Real CEO | Brett Gilliland
In this episode I sit down with Brett Gilliland, founder and CEO of Elite Entrepreneurs, who has spent the last fourteen years helping business owners make the leap from hustler to real CEO. We dig into why so many founders get stuck right before the ten million dollar mark, and why it almost always comes down to control. Brett walks me through the four systems his company teaches to build a busin
From Navy Discipline to $18M Entrepreneur in 3 Years | Eric Winegard
What does it really take to walk away from a seventeen-year corporate career and build an $18 million marketing agency in just three years? In this episode, Eric Winegard shares the mindset, discipline, and relentless commitment that helped him go from a troubled childhood and military structure to becoming the CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing.
We dive into the realities of entrepreneurship, the di
This Attorney Protected $11 Billion — Here's What Every Entrepreneur Gets Wrong | Hillel Presser
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In this episode, I sit down with Hillel Presser, a nationally recognized asset protection attorney who's helped protect over $11 billion in client assets and written six books on the subject. We get into why "it's not
The Real Reason People Quit (It's Not the Money) | Ian Watts
I sat down with Ian Watts, a workforce transformation specialist who's spent two decades helping companies fix what most of them get wrong about their people. Ian's story starts on the east side of Detroit, growing up on welfare, and it's what drove him to chase becoming a millionaire by 30 — which he hit almost four years early, right before his first business completely collapsed in 2006. That s
Semi-Passive, Fully Profitable: Inside the World of Non-Food Franchising | Jon Ostensen
I sat down with Jon Ostenson, a two-time Inc. 5000 founder and the top 1% franchise consultant behind FranBridge Consulting, to break down everything most people get wrong about franchising. We talked about why "non-food franchising" is such an underrated path to business ownership, how to actually evaluate a franchise opportunity instead of just chasing passion, what it really costs and
Stop Building for Yourself: How to Build What the Market Wants | Michael Burcham
Are you ready to stop treating your startup like a side project and start building a scalable business? In this episode, Dr. Michael Burcham shares the hard-earned wisdom of a veteran who has transitioned from a physical therapist to a multi-million dollar private equity investor.
We dive deep into the mindset shifts required to go from a day job to a full-time founder, the critical importance o
The Disease of Wimpy Goals — Why Your Business Isn't Growing | Brad Sugars
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In this episode, I sit down with Brad Sugars — the Founder and Chairman of ActionCOACH, the world's #1 business coaching firm with over 1,000 offices in 85 countries — to break down exactly what separates the entrepreneurs who sc
From Navy Discipline to $18M Entrepreneur in 3 Years | Eric Winegard
What does it really take to walk away from a seventeen-year corporate career and build an $18 million marketing agency in just three years? In this episode, Eric Winegard shares the mindset, discipline, and relentless commitment that helped him go from a troubled childhood and military structure to becoming the CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing.
We dive into the realities of entrepreneurship, the di
Why Effort Alone Won’t Scale Your Business — The Shift to Intentional Leadership | Sarah Gibbons
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The Shadow Side of Entrepreneurship: Stress, Money Shame & Why You’re Already OK | Tim Grimes
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In this episode, I sit down with Tim Grimes—radical counselor, somatic coach, and bestselling author of Money, Your Friend—to tackle the side of entrepreneurship nobody puts on their Instagram highlight reel: the internal pressure, money shame, and chronic overthinking that silently sabotage ev
Is Being "Too Healthy" Actually Toxic? | Rachel Harvest
Are you pushing yourself to the brink of burnout in pursuit of the superhuman entrepreneur ideal? In this episode of The Entrepreneur DNA, host Justin Colby sits down with behavioral health specialist Rachel Harvest to break down the toxic side of perfectionism and how to find true balance.
Throughout this deep dive, Rachel explains why high achievers often fall into the trap of extreme dieting, c
1. $1 BILLION in Tax Savings: The Secrets Your CPA Won't Tell You | David Perez
In this episode, I sit down with tax strategist David A. Perez, who has helped his clients save over $1 BILLION in taxes. We break down the fundamental difference between how wealthy people and broke people think about taxes, and David reveals specific strategies that anyone can use—from early-stage entrepreneurs making their first $50K to 7-figure earners looking to pay zero in taxes legally. We
How to Build Unshakeable Confidence and Perform at Your Peak | Andrea Wieland
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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Andrea Wieland — an Olympic athlete, licensed psychologist, and elite performance coach — to unpac
What a D1 Athlete Learned About Courage, Identity, and Building Sweet Addison's | Addison Labonte
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In this episode, I sit down with Addison LaBonte — former Division I college soccer player, ultra marathoner, and the founder of Sweet Addison's — to unpack one of the most raw and relatable entrepreneurial journeys I've had the pleasure of sharing on the sh
How to Lead Through Disruption: The Human Connection Strategy Nobody Talks About | Jen Marr
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In this episode, I sit down with Jen Marr — Human Disruption Specialist, author of Lifting Up and Showing Up, and founder of the organization Showing Up — who brings one of the most extraordinary and hard-earned perspectives on leadership I've ever encountered. Jen shares how being just 700 yards from the finish line during the 2013
The Gift of Humility: How Josh Block Led a $215M Exit Without an Ego | Josh Block
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In this episode, I sit down with Josh Block — a man who at just 29 years old was handed the reins to his family's healthcare imaging company, Bl
Stop “Shoulding” Yourself: How to Build a Business That Actually Fits Your Life | Jess Wass
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In this episode, I sat down with Jess Wass to break down what it really means to build a business and life that actually aligns with who you are. We talked about her “Managing 360” framework, why so many entrepreneurs feel stuck or overwhelmed, and how most of us are chasing success based on what we thi
Why Leaders Fail When Scaling: The Blind Spot Problem | Kristiana Corona
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In this episode, I sit down with Kristiana Corona to unpack what real leadership actually looks like as you grow your business. We talk about the blind spots that hold leaders back, why your team might not be telling you the truth, and how ego can quietl
Why Your Eyes Are Killing Your Productivity (And How to Fix It) | Dr. Pam Theriot
In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Pam Theriot to break down something I didn’t even realize was affecting my performance—my eyesight. We talked about how screen time is crushing our productivity, causing brain fog, and even impacting our mental health. I learned that something as simple as blinking, taking short breaks, and managing screen exposure can dramatically improve focus and energy. If
The Hidden System That Scales Sales Teams to 8 Figures | Josh Troy
In this episode, I sat down with Josh Troy to break down what actually scales a business beyond just “getting better at sales.” We dive into why most entrepreneurs stay stuck in founder-led sales, how systems and operations are the real drivers of growth, and the exact metrics and frameworks you need to build a scalable sales team. Josh also shares how AI is changing the game in sales operations a
The Future of Marketing: AI, Ads, and What Still Works | Molly Lopez
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n this episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with Molly Lopez, founder of Sparrow Marketing, to break down what actually works in advertising today and what most business owners are getting completely wrong.
Molly shares her journey from working
The Founder of Ancestry.com Reveals the Future of AI Coaching | Paul Allen
In this episode, Justin sits down with visionary founder Paul Allen, the mind behind Ancestry.com, to unpack the real lessons behind building, scaling, and exiting a billion-dollar company—and why the future of entrepreneurship will be radically different.
Paul shares his unconventional journey from academia to entrepreneurship, revealing how a background in education and information systems led h
What Separates Good Leaders from Great Ones? | Glenn Sharp
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In this episode, I sit down with Glenn Sharp, founder of Sharp Leadership Development, to discuss how entrepreneurs can achieve greater business success. We explore essential leadership skills and strategies for improving efficiency
How the Wealthy Use Real Estate to Pay Little to No Taxes (CPA Breakdown) | CJ Tarantino
In this episode, I sit down with CPA CJ Tarantino to break down how entrepreneurs and high-income earners can use real estate and smart tax strategies to legally reduce what they owe. We get into depreciation, cost segregation, and how bonus depreciation can create massive write-offs in year one. We also talk about the difference between passive and active income, how short-term rentals can unlock
Why Smart Investors Are Betting BIG on Self Storage Right Now | Arthur Hood
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In this episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with investor Arthur Hood, an entrepreneur with investments across real estate, manufacturing, mining, energy, and operating businesses. Arthur shares why investors today must be far more disciplined with their numbers and why appreciation can no longer cover bad deals.
We also break
Stop Being a LinkedIn Ghost and Build Real Connections | Bill McCormick
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In this episode, I sat down with Bill McCormick to talk about why all selling is social and how entrepreneurs can use LinkedIn the right way to b
Tedx Speaker Tells Us How to Build a Personal Brand That Sells | Tina Brigley
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In this episode, I sat down with Tina Brigley to talk about why entrepreneurs need to build a personal brand, not just a company brand. We broke down how storytelling, authenticity, and vulnerabil
From Carpenter to $150M Deals: How This Man Built a Commercial Empire | Mark Vincent Fansler
In this episode, I sit down with Mark Vincent Fansler, who went from carpenter to senior corporate executive, walked away from burnout, and built a vertically integrated commercial real estate empire operating across multiple states. We talk about the power of elite rooms, the vision he had at 17 that shaped his future, how one intentional conversation turned into a $120M opportunity, and why thin
The Wealth Mindset That Helped Jeff Abraham Build and Exit a $30M Business | Jeff Abraham
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In this episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with Jeff Abraham, an entrepreneur who went from being a 2.5 GPA student to building and exiting a $30M company and now scaling another business toward a similar outcome. Jeff shares ho
CATS Framework: The Proven System to Keep Your Dog Healthy for Life | Dr. Randy Aronson
If you’re a pet owner, this episode is going to change how you think about your dog or cat’s health. I sat down with Dr. Randy Aronson and we broke down his CATS framework — complete nutrition, activity, teeth, and stress reduction — to help extend your pet’s healthspan, not just lifespan. We talked about inflammation, the microbiome, toxic home stressors, hormone health, and why most pet food is
From $2,500 to 160 Locations: The Truth About Scaling Fast | John Curri
In this episode, I sit down with John Curri, who built and sold a 160-location cell phone franchise before he turned 28, only to get humbled when he jumped into real estate with a god complex and learned some hard lessons about leverage, markets, and ego. We break down how he started with a $2,500 credit card, why execution matters more than capital, what really happens after a big exit, why most
The Sales Reset: Why Scripts Are Killing Your Closes | Wesleyne Whittaker
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Most salespeople lose deals long before they ever ask for the close.
In this episode of The Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with Wesleyne Whitaker — a former chemist turned sales strategist — to break down the science and psychology behind consistent revenue. We dive into why scripts are hur
Scaling With Sustainability: How Founders Protect the Downside While Growing Fast | Belen Benitez
In this episode, I sit down with sustainability expert Belen Benitez to talk about something most entrepreneurs completely ignore while scaling their businesses: protecting the downside. We break down why sustainability has nothing to do with being “woke” or environmental politics and everything to do with building a business that can survive uncertainty, leadership changes, labor shortages, pande
Why Short-Term Sales Are Killing Ecommerce Brands | Chris Brewer
In this episode, I sit down with Chris Brewer, co-founder of OMG Commerce, to break down what’s really happening in ecommerce right now. We talk about the explosion of TikTok Shops, Amazon, and influencer-driven sales and why so many brands are confusing fast transactions with real brand building. Chris shares why viral sales don’t always translate to long-term success, how chasing shiny marketing
No One Is Coming to Save You: The Brutal Truth About Success | Aaron & Eric Chapman
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In this episode, I sat down with Aaron Chapman and his brother Eric to talk about responsibility, discipline, and the real cost of success. We dug into the ideas behind Aaron’s book Redneckinomics and why no one is coming to save you. Aaron shared raw stories about rebuilding his life after a near-fatal motorcycle accident and financi
How Blockchain Will Reshape Real Estate, Mortgages, and Money Forever | Thomas Gaffney
In this episode, I sat down with Thomas Gaffney to unpack what’s really happening as blockchain and real-world asset tokenization quietly reshape real estate, finance, and ownership. We talked about how mortgages are moving on-chain, why transparency could prevent another 2008-style collapse, and how people may soon pay mortgages and car loans with crypto. We also explored Bitcoin as digital gold,
How to Access $250K–$1M in 0% Business Credit (Even in a High Interest Economy) | Ari Page
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In this episode, I sat down with Ari Page from Fund & Grow to break down how business owners and real estate investors are still accessing massive amounts of capital at 0% interest—even while rates keep climbing. We talked about how to use business
Underutilized, Underpaid, Unfulfilled: The Real Reason Most Professionals Stay Stuck | Kam Dasani
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In this episode, I sat down with Kam Dasani to talk about what it really feels like to be successful on paper but unfulfilled in real life. Kam shared how he climbed the corporate tech ladder, earned great money at a young age, and still realized he was underutilizing his potential and settling. We broke down why high earners
Why Authenticity, Trust, and Brand Are the New Currency in Digital Media | Bob Regular
In this episode, I sat down with Bob Regular to unpack the real evolution of digital media and why authenticity and trust have become the most valuable currency in business today. We talked about everything from the early days of dial-up internet and performance advertising to TikTok Shops, walled gardens, and the explosion of digital noise. Bob broke down how both big brands and small businesses
The Franchise Gold Rush: How to Build Wealth, Cash Flow, and Real Estate Through Franzy | Alex Smereczniak
In this episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sat down with 33-year-old serial entrepreneur Alex Smereczniak, the founder of Franzy.com — what he calls the Zillow of franchising. Alex walked me through how franchising really works, why it’s far more accessible than people think, and how everyday entrepreneurs can build serious wealth through franchises, cash flow, and real estate. We talk about the hotte
The Billion-Dollar Standard: How Ryan Serhant Built a Brand That Won’t Stop | Ryan Serhant
In this episode, I sit down with the one and only Ryan Serhant — Netflix star, best-selling author, top broker, and CEO of a real estate juggernaut. We go way beyond real estate and peel back the curtain on what it actually takes to scale a brand, lead with authenticity, and stay mission-focused while juggling a million things — from fatherhood to multi-million dollar investments. Ryan opens up ab
What Every CEO Must Know About Branding in Today’s Digital World | Dawson Gibbs
In this episode, I sit down with brand and content strategist Dawson Gibbs, founder of EVO Marketing Agency, one of the fastest-growing content agencies in the country. We dive deep into what it really takes to build a powerful personal brand, how to rebrand intentionally, and why most entrepreneurs fail on social media long before their business ever gets a chance to grow.
We break down practical
Scaling a $4B Real Estate Empire from Behind the Scenes | Julia Spillman
In this episode, I sat down with the powerhouse behind one of the most recognized names in luxury real estate — Julia Spillman, CEO of the Eklund Gomes Team. You may know Fredrik Eklund and John Gomes from Million Dollar Listing, but Julia is the operational force that helped grow their business into a $4+ billion empire. We talked about what it really takes to scale, the power of building a brand
How to Lead With Authenticity, Build Legacy & Thrive Through Chaos | Stan Gibson
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In this episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I had the pleasure of interviewing Stan Gibson—a best-selling author, speaker, and host of The Inspiration Podcast. Stan shares his incredible journey from being a walk-on college football player to helping his te
Buy Then Build: The SBA 7(a) Strategy Anyone Can Use | Ben Kelly
In this episode I sit down with Ben Kelly, a former Army intelligence officer who learned inside JP Morgan how real wealth is built and then applied that blueprint to small-business acquisitions. We break down using other people’s money with SBA 7(a) loans, what lenders really underwrite, and why accounting firms trade at 1x revenue but can exit at 10 to 12x EBITDA in a rollup. Ben shares how AI i
From Entrepreneur to Educator: The Business of Starting a School | Chris Georgetti
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In this episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with Chris Georgetti. Chris is the guy you call when you want to turn your expertise into a real, licensed educational institution—whether it's a trade school, college, or even a medical
How This Couple Built Freedom: Rentals, RVs & a Media Agency | Shane & Victoria Childress
In this episode, I sit down with the incredible power couple, Shane and Victoria Childress, founders of Sava Media Group and owners of a successful RV dealership—but their journey didn't start there. From humble beginnings, childhood adversity, and zero real estate experience, they made a way out of no way. This is the ultimate lifestyle design story: building real estate portfolios, sailing acros
Inside Cornerstone X: How this 'She-E-O' Built an 8-Figure AI Global Brand | Chantal Bacon
If you think you need an MBA to build a serious tech company, this episode will wreck that belief. I’m sitting down with Chantal Bacon, Founder/CEO of Cornerstone X—an empathy-driven AI + metahuman platform powering customer experience for governments and global enterprises. In just 18 months, she raised $1.5M, hired a world-class team, and grew to multimillion-dollar valuation—without a business
The $100M+ Tech Brain Behind Ryan Serhant’s Empire | Ryan J. Coyne | EP 86
In this episode, I sat down with my guy Ryan Coyne — co-founder and CXO of SERHANT. — and let me just say, this one blew me away. Ryan isn’t your typical “tech dude.” He’s the perfect storm of people skills and deep tech knowledge. He broke down how he built one of the most advanced real estate brokerages in the country — not by hiding behind code, but by showing up, helping people, and building g
How to Keep More of Your Money: Active vs. Passive & Real Estate Truths | Neil Jesani | EP 85
In this episode, I sit down with finance pro Neil Jesani to cut through the noise on tax write-offs for entrepreneurs and investors. We break down active vs. passive income, what actually unlocks depreciation (cost seg, real estate professional (REP), short-term rental rules), why 461(l) caps W-2 offsets, and how business owners can do far more. We hit estate tax vs. income tax, the step-up in bas
The Mindset That Creates Millionaires | Alex Morton | EP 84
In this episode, I sit down with Alex Morton, a globally renowned entrepreneur, speaker, and mindset coach who has inspired millions across 76 countries. Alex shares his journey from earning $400 a month to building businesses with tens of thousands of customers, emphasizing the critical role of desire, resilience, and mindset in achieving success.challenged to cut out distractions, replace them w
The Buffalo Mentality: Facing Challenges and Choosing Your Hard | Cole Taylor | EP 83
Today I sit down with Cole Taylor, who transformed from being overweight to ultra-fit and built a business empire serving 50,000 clients. This inspiring conversation dives into Cole’s philosophy on embracing discomfort, optimizing performance, and turning life’s challenges into opportunities for growth. Packed with actionable insights, this episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs looking to unl
Why 80% of Entrepreneurs Fail (And How You Can Win) | Dean Graziosi | EP 82
In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Dean Graziosi — legendary entrepreneur, multiple-time New York Times bestselling author, and transformational leader — sits down to talk about the real journey of entrepreneurship. Dean shares lessons from decades of business success, overcoming adversity, building resilience, and creating lasting impact. He opens up about his early struggles, the
The Quadrant of Success: Mind, Body, Connections, and Business | EP 81
In this episode, I break down the four key pillars that have shaped my success—Mind, Body, Connections, and Business—and why most people stay stuck because they ignore one (or all) of them. I dive deep into the power of mindset, the importance of physical health, the role of relationships in success, and how your business is only as strong as its foundation. If you’re feeling stuck, unmotivated, o
House Rich, Cash Poor: The Debt Trap Killing Your Financial Freedom | Chris Naugle | EP 80
In this episode, I sat down with my good friend and financial wizard Chris Naugle to break down the trap that’s keeping most Americans broke—being house rich and cash poor. We talk about the habits that formed after COVID, the rise in credit card delinquencies, and how people are sitting on equity but have no cash flow. Chris shares his powerful “recycle and recapture” strategy using HELOCs and in
How to Pay Nearly Zero in Taxes as a Personal Brand | Grant Newell | EP 79
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Are you making money but still getting slammed by the IRS? This episode is your crash course in keeping more of what you earn — legally. I sat down with Grant Newell, founder of Abundant X, to uncover how personal brands and entrepreneurs are writing off travel, luxury cars, meals
The Miracle Mentality: How Successful Entrepreneurs Think Differently | Tim Storey | EP 78
In this episode, I sat down with my good friend and life coach to the stars, Tim Storey, to dive deep into the concept of The Miracle Mentality — the mindset shift that separates ordinary people from extraordinary entrepreneurs. We talked about what it really means to think big, create uncommon plans, and build the kind of resilience it takes to win in business and life. Tim shared powerful storie
Scaling a $4B Real Estate Empire from Behind the Scenes | Julia Spillman | EP 77
In this episode, I sat down with the powerhouse behind one of the most recognized names in luxury real estate — Julia Spillman, CEO of the Eklund Gomes Team. You may know Fredrik Eklund and John Gomes from Million Dollar Listing, but Julia is the operational force that helped grow their business into a $4+ billion empire. We talked about what it really takes to scale, the power of building a brand
The New Flip Model: 30-Day Turnarounds Without Contractors | Thomas Lehmann | EP 76
In this episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sat down with real estate investor and manufactured housing expert Thomas Lehman to break down how he's flipping homes faster, cheaper, and without contractors. After nearly two decades in real estate, he found a better, more scalable model—and he’s here to walk us through it. We talk about how interest rates, bad contractors, and shifting market conditions p
Fix Your Back Pain Without Surgery: RehabFix Founder Reveals How | Dr. Grant Elliott | EP 75
In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Grant Elliott, aka RehabFix, to dive deep into something every entrepreneur battles at some point: back and neck pain. As someone who’s dealt with a ruptured C5-C6 and L5-S1, I wanted answers—and Grant delivered. We talked about how movement, not surgery or rest, is often the real cure. He broke down why those “random” injuries (like mine from rolling in bed or
Unf*ck Your Sex Life: The Bedroom Truth Every Entrepreneur Needs | Jennelle Gordon | EP 74
In this episode, I brought on someone who’s flipping the script on what success really looks like. Janelle Gordon is a powerhouse tantra teacher, retreat host, and author of Unfuck Your Sex Life. We had one of the most real, raw, and necessary conversations I’ve ever had on this podcast. We talked about why so many high-performing men struggle with intimacy, how to create real sexual polarity with
How Billion-Dollar Investors Find Blue Ocean Deals | Peter Sack | EP 73
In this episode, I sat down with Peter Sack, CEO of Chicago Atlantic, a private credit powerhouse specializing in high-yield, alternative investments that most traditional institutions avoid. We went deep into the cannabis industry, why it’s misunderstood, and how Peter’s firm uses strategic lending to achieve equity-like returns while minimizing risk. He also broke down what real “downside protec
[REPOST] Russell Brunson Breaks Down How to Sell Anything Online (After $1B in Sales) | Russell Brunson | EP 72
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In this powerhouse episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with marketing legend Russell Brunson, co-founder of ClickFunnels and author of several best-selling books. Russell opens up about his recent injury, why he’s ending Funnel Hacking Live after 10 years, and how he’s preparing for his next evolution—
5 Billion Views Later: What Actually Works on Social Media in 2025 | Logan Forsyth | EP 71
In this episode, I sit down with Logan Forsyth — co-founder of Media Scaling — whose team has generated over 5 BILLION views and 24 million followers for top personal and consumer brands. If you're trying to grow your personal brand, dominate Instagram, or figure out why your content isn’t converting, this is the episode you need.
We talk about:
Why personal brand is your #1 asset
The sub-
Russell Brunson Breaks Down How to Sell Anything Online (After $1B in Sales) | Russell Brunson | EP 70
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In this powerhouse episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with marketing legend Russell Brunson, co-founder of ClickFunnels and author of several best-selling books. Russell opens up about his recent injury, why he’s ending Funnel Hacking Live after 10 years, and how he’s preparing for his next evolution—
Why 80% of Entrepreneurs Fail (And How You Can Win) | Dean Graziosi | EP 69
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In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Dean Graziosi — legendary entrepreneur, multiple-time New York Times bestselling author, and transformational leader — sits down to talk about the real journey of entrepreneurship. Dean shares lessons from decades of business success, overcomi
Why Branding Beats Marketing: Inside His Billion-Dollar Network | Dan Fleyshman | EP 68
In this high-energy podcast episode, Dan Fleischmann shares his expertise on personal branding, networking, and entrepreneurial success. He discusses his signature events like Elevator Nights and the Aspire Tour, emphasizing the importance of creating meaningful connections, building an authentic personal brand, and leveraging social media platforms to stand out in a competitive market. Fleischman
How Scaling with Tech Made Him Millions (60+ Companies Later) | Michael Byars | EP 67
Michael Byars, known as the Acquisition CEO, shares his no-nonsense approach to scaling businesses by leveraging custom technology. With over 60 acquisitions under his belt, Michael explains how to eliminate operational bloat, use tech to amplify productivity, and scale without hiring massive teams. From real estate to service-based businesses, he reveals the exact frameworks he uses to grow compa
How He Built a $300M Empire by Paying You to Use Your Phone | Dan Novaes | EP 66
In this episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with Dan Novaes, the founder of Mode Mobile and the creator of the EarnPhone, to unpack how he built a $300M tech empire by literally paying people to use their phones. Dan shares his journey from launching a failed music app to creating a platform that’s rewarded users with over $350M in earnings and savings, while raising capital from more than 30,
Leading with Logic, Killing Egos, and Building Businesses that Last | Los Silva | EP 65
In this episode, I sit down with one of my closest friends and someone I talk to almost every day — Los Silva. We go deep into his 20-year journey of building, scaling, and now buying businesses. From running agencies and coaching programs to rolling up home service companies and launching PrivateEquityGroup.com, Los breaks down exactly how he's shifted from flex culture to real wealth creation. W
The Miracle Mentality: How Successful Entrepreneurs Think Differently | Tim Storey | EP 64
In this episode, I sat down with my good friend and life coach to the stars, Tim Storey, to dive deep into the concept of The Miracle Mentality — the mindset shift that separates ordinary people from extraordinary entrepreneurs. We talked about what it really means to think big, create uncommon plans, and build the kind of resilience it takes to win in business and life. Tim shared powerful storie
Eat What You Kill: How to Build a Sales Army & Dominate in Business | Sam Taggart | EP 63
In this episode, I sit down with one of the top sales trainers in the country, Sam Taggart, to break down what it really takes to dominate in sales, leadership, and recruiting. We dive into the "Eat What You Kill" mentality—why too many sales teams rely on leads instead of learning how to hunt, how business owners cripple their growth by stepping back too early, and why most sales cultur
Winning, Losing, and Leveling Up: The Raw Truth on Business, Fitness & Mindset | Sean Whalen | EP 62
In this high-energy episode, Sean Whalen joins me to deliver an unfiltered deep dive into success, failure, and the mindset needed to win in business, fitness, and life. We discuss the dangers of ego-driven decisions, the power of taking massive risks, and why most people stay stuck in mediocrity. Sean shares how 75 Hard rewired his brain, the lessons he’s learned from business setbacks, and why s
The Quadrant of Success: Mind, Body, Connections, and Business | EP 61
In this episode, I break down the four key pillars that have shaped my success—Mind, Body, Connections, and Business—and why most people stay stuck because they ignore one (or all) of them. I dive deep into the power of mindset, the importance of physical health, the role of relationships in success, and how your business is only as strong as its foundation. If you're feeling stuck, unmotivated, o
[REPOST] The Energy Bus: A Book That Changed My Life | Jon Gordon | EP 60
Jon Gordon, a 16-time bestselling author, about his journey as a writer and the key themes in his books. We discuss the importance of belief, hard work, failure, perseverance, and growth in achieving success. Jon shares his personal experiences of going through the fire and adapting to challenges. We also delve into Jon's books, particularly 'The Energy Bus' and 'The One Truth,' which emphasize th
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