The Sweaty Startup

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 isn't a shortcut, it's a challenge most people aren't ready for.If you're thinking about buying a business, this episode will show you the side of acquisitions people...

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 forward or keep you stuck. If you're trying to figure out how to play the long game in business and life, this one's worth your time.

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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.

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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 in public, despite the hate that comes with it. We also talk through the tradeoffs of chasing internet fame vs. quietly building real businesses. This one goes deep.

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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 takes, and a look at how I think about leadership, wealth, and building companies that last.

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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 and intention.

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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.

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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.

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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 startup fantasy, this one's worth your time.

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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 figure out where the real opportunities are, this one will give you a blueprint.

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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, or raising a family, this one's worth your time.

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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.

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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 the noise, this one's worth your time.

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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 unicorns, this episode is for you.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com  

Cost segregation – https://recostseg...

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.

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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 to follow your dreams and hope it works out, this conversation will show you a more honest and more effective path.

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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. 

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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 wrong about hiring, the pressure of managing other people's money, and where I think AI is headed in all of this. If you're serious about...

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 the right game, why trying to change the world too early is a losing move, and how spotting real talent can change everything. If you have...

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 game and why doing the simple things exceptionally well is the real path to wealth. Throughout this live X Spaces, Nick also answers audience questions in real-time, breaking down exactly why most people fail, how...

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 break down the role of a CEO, why delegation is a skill you earn, and why pride can ruin everything. No fluff. Just real talk on building, operating, and...

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.

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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 fo...

My book, "The Sweaty Startup" is out TODAY.
I worked on it for 18 months.

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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.
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– Pick a business idea
– Grow that business
– Out-operate your competition

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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 mind when new info hits, and reward people who tell you the truth.

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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

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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 business, or just believe in the idea.

Early on, I hated rejection, avoided uncomfortable conversations, and thought I could just "build" w...

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 face can backfire over time.

You can't outsource judgment. You can't simulate pressure. The only way to...

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 make hiring and firing decisions.

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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.

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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 on Nov 18, 2020

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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

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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

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- 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 best place for a qualified sales professional to build a great life? What industry? What vertical? Duration: 00:23:13

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.

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This episode was originally posted on April 28, 2021

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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!

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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I discuss the type of person you are and the type of people you seek to get advice from. Whether you are in that Messy Middle, or just beginning your own sweaty startup, it's essential in entrepreneurship to understand these concepts so you can avoid the pitfalls that can sometimes come from bad advice and business ideas.

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I discuss a crucial skill for entrepreneurs: delegation. While challenging, effective delegation is key to building wealth in business. Most founders struggle with delegating management tasks—a vital part of leadership.

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I share what I believe is the hardest part of building a successful startup: the "Messy Middle"—a crucial trial by fire that tests every entrepreneur's path to long-term success.

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I explore the idea of making money as a skill that requires practice, much like playing a sport. Just as athletes develop through hands-on experience, building wealth requires resilience, learning from failures, and consistent effort. True mastery comes from doing, not just reading or watching.

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In this episode, I dive into what's wrong with entrepreneurship culture. The media glorifies startups, but starting a business is simple: go out, sell a product or service, and do the work. Make money first, then build your business.

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Entrepreneurship isn't all glamour; it's about solving problems and dealing with constant challenges. I faced sleepless nights, overwhelming stress, and even a breakdown, but these experiences have shaped me and taught me invaluable lessons on this journey.

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I'm sharing the secret how to scale your business and make it sustainable. Dominate the service-base business and build your empire!

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Entrepreneurship is often glamorized, but for most, it's not about huge ideas or big investments. It's about spotting opportunities and carving out a niche. Learn how real success comes from taking small, smart steps!

This episode originally aired on July 27, 2022

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In this clip, join Nick, and Barrett on how to get found on Google with SEO! They cover the fundamentals of content in your website and why it matters for growing SMB and RE businesses.

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In this video Sieva Kozinsky and I discuss why delegation is the key to leverage and growth for all businesses. We talk about how we've personally used https://www.somewhere.com to hire 50+ employees over the last few years and how you can too.

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In this episode, I want to discuss one of the most important moments that changed the way I think and made the biggest difference in my life as an entrepreneur. This was some of the best advice I could have received! It not only brought me the greatest return on my investments but also helped me get to where I am today.

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One of the toughest things about life is that if you have self-doubt, and insecurity and you think that you're not good enough, that manifests itself and holds you back so significantly. I know you are familiar with insecurity and that's what we're going to talk about in this episode.

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In this clip, I talk with Chris Powers about how I'm building my holding company and all of my businesses

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Here's a clip from a podcast that I did last year. I talk about building businesses, various challenges, what I'd do with more cash, productivity hacks, what traits you need to be successful, and more.

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This is a clip from a podcast that I did last year. In it, I discuss why following your passion is the wrong way to do business. Instead, you should think about business more like a poker player that has to take calculated bets with the cards that you are dealt. You need to take the emotion out of business and chase opportunity now and your passions later. It's a giant marshmallow test where you have delay gratification to get what you really want.

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Stress is relative. Here's why I'm no longer as stressed out when things get "hard" or go wrong in my business today. This is my story of one of the hardest moments in my early entrepreneurial career. At the time, I thought the experience would break me. Today, I'm incredibly grateful because a lot seems "easy" compared to that.

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New idea entrepreneurship is hard. Educating a market on a new way to live or work is hard. Raising money is hard. The risk is high and the odds of success are low. Here's why you don't need to reinvent the wheel to make money as an entrepreneur.

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In business, there are two levels of delegation. Tasks and decisions. Here's exactly how you can go from level 1 delegation (tasks) to level 2 delegation (decisions) over time.

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Everyone says that making money doesn't matter until you want to buy a house or move to be closer to family or have a safe, functional car or eat where you want to eat or go on a vacation or a family member gets sick and needs help. Then money really matters a lot! This is my 2 cents on why making money is a good thing.

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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!

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Entrepreneurship isn't all glamour; it's about solving problems and dealing with constant challenges. I faced sleepless nights, overwhelming stress, and even a breakdown, but these experiences have shaped me and taught me invaluable lessons on this journey.

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This is a 10 minute clip from my recent workshop on how to get found on google with SEO.

My business partner Barrett O'Neill explains how Google ranks companies and how to build enduring equity into your website/business through relevant backlinks.

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This is a short clip from my recent workshop on how to get found on google using SEO.

My business partner Simon Purdon explains how to build an SEO optimized website. He talks about links, content, and structure.

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Entrepreneurship involves a multitude of decisions, with some being critical and others more minor, but making mistakes is inevitable. The key lies in focusing on the core decisions that can make or break the company, managing expectations, and accepting that stress is an integral part of striving for success and taking risks.

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These are the 3 things that you need to do business on easy mode in 2024. An audience, capital, and talent. If you have these 3 things, you can basically build anything you want faster and easier than ever before.

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In this short clip, I share a breakdown of my business portfolio. If you add up all the numbers and annualize out from this month's metrics, we're at about 44M in revenue and 282 employees. I also explain how my personal brand and content has fueled it all.

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In this short clip, Sieva and I talk about what to look for in hiring a CEO. Sieva runs a fund/holding company that invests in and owns stakes in 20+ businesses. We both share the main traits that we look for when recruiting and placing CEOs into various companies within our respective portfolios.

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A great employee in the US is going to cost you $60-200K. But not everyone needs that when you get started. Here's how entrepreneurs should hire in 2024. Start with a low cost, low risk hire in LATAM or the Philippines who can do great work for you for 50-90% less than US equivalents. If you are looking for one of these folks, go to www.supportshepherd.com and set up a call. I've hired 50+ with them and it's changed my life and career.

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Here's the truth. My first business was tough! When I look back, I'm shocked at the amount of risk we took. But it gave me the foundation, cashflow, and the operational chops to do what was next which was building a large self storage portfolio. Here's the story in a short clip. Listen to the full podcast with Kyle Mathews if you want the rest.

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This is my framework for how to scale your business from 0-$5M+ in revenue. I also talk about the importance of sales and why you need to master it if you want to become a successful entrepreneur.

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Learn why empowering employees to make decisions is vital for business growth. Discover how to shift your mindset and delegate effectively for success.

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This is a story about the single biggest mindset shift that changed my life. After a year of chaos in 2012, my business partner Dan and I decided it was time to change. This is what we did to turn things around, reinvent our business, and then manage it toward a successful 7 figure sale.

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In this 1 hour workshop, Nick and Shaan discuss the power of hiring, leadership, delegation, management and more to grow your business. Whether you work for yourself or are working to earn more money at your W2, Nick and Shaan explain why delegation is the key to leverage and growth.

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In this clip, my friend Shaan and I share practical insights on effective delegation and hiring strategies. Learn how to shrink the gap between learning and doing, write job descriptions that attract the right candidates, and spot potential employees in everyday situations.

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In this episode, Shaan and I discuss the key to turning a job into a successful asset. We delve into the challenges of hiring and delegating, and how effective management can make all the difference in business growth and success.

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In this episode, Matthew and I discuss why delaying gratification is the key to success and how to spot good opportunities. We also discuss the biggest reason why people don't experience success.

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In this clip I talk about how my content is a funnel to attract the right people. Customers, operators, employees, investors. That's why I post. My messaging is all about bringing the right people in the door to do business with me. The second thing we talk about is the concept of your career as a snowball and why delayed gratification is the best way to succeed

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Early on in my career I crushed myself. I'd work 70 hours per week and run myself into the ground. Today, I'm focused on high-leverage, high-value work. Recruiting, fundraising, selling, building distribution, sending leads to my companies etc. It's less about my total hours worked vs how many good decisions I can make inside of my org. This clip talks about that + how I think about building an audience online

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This is the story of how I started a simple pick up and student storage moving business with my friend and now longtime business partner Dan Hagberg in college. This was never our plan but the opportunity presented itself and we decided to go all in.

Through a lot of grit and hard work, we ended up building the company to multiple 7 figures in revenue and eventually exited in 2020. This business taught me almost everything I know about how to operate, hire, manage, delegate, and succeed. It later led me to real-estate and self-storage which...

In this clip, I talk with my friend Sieva Kozinsky about experiencing success and building a business that can sell.

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In this clip, I talk with my friend Sieva Kozinsky about our experience in scaling our business.

We cover useful tips about hiring and cultivating meaningful partnerships.

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In this clip, I talk with my friend Sieva Kozinsky about experiencing success and building a business that sell.

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