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Trent Lee — #1 ranked business broker in the U.S. seven years in a row, with 600+ closed sales totaling over $200M in deals and more than $15M in personal commission. Early hustle: Painted address numbers on neighborhood curbs and mowed lawns — learned value creation early. Current role: Licensed business broker & appraiser. Specializes in small to mid-sized businesses, valuations, and finding qualified buyers through cash, SBA loans, or seller financing. How he got here: Inspired watching his father sell his 700-employee company (private equity deal). Learned firsthand how CPAs, attorneys, and buyers operate in M&A. Started and sold businesses (financing consulting & medical alert response center). Frustrated with brokers he worked with → became one himself. How to become a business broker: Licensing depends on the state (some require real estate + broker permit, others none). Associations like IBBA help standardize training/education. Strong background in accounting, contracts, negotiations, and marketing is essential. Challenge: takes 12+ months before first commissions hit; most fail because they run out of money before their first big close. Earnings potential: Smaller deals: 8–15% commission. Larger/private equity deals: lower %. First year = expect $0 while building pipeline. Year 2+, even a few deals ($500K–$2M businesses) → six figures+. Industry is older (often second careers), but huge opportunity for those who survive the ramp-up. Why brokerage over ownership? Trent opts not to buy businesses himself. Brokerage gives income without employees, leases, or headaches. He's built wealth through business sales commissions, investing proceeds into 24 fully paid rental properties. Why so few business brokers? Most owners don't even know brokers exist (unlike real estate). Lack of awareness & high skill bar keeps supply small — which means big opportunity for specialists. For Buyers: Buying an existing business = easier path to cash flow than startups. Zero-money-down deals are rare clickbait; you'll usually need ~10% down. Can come from: personal cash/savings, self-directed retirement accounts, equity partner, or combination of buyer + seller financing. Buying with 0% down = 100% leverage → dangerous if market fluctuates. Better: leverage smartly so downturns = inconvenient, not devastating. Brokerage is a lucrative but long game; plan financially for the first year with no income. For buyers, don't chase unicorn “zero down” structures — get creative but realistic with 10% in. Buying an existing cash-flowing business is almost always better than starting from scratch. Email: trent@fcbblv.com
Eva Yazhari — Managing Partner of Beyond Capital Ventures, early-stage investor, author of The Good Your Money Can Do, and advocate for conscious capitalism. Her funds have backed 50+ equity and 9 debt investments, reaching over 100 million customers across Africa and India. First and most recent dollar: First job: Working at a Staten Island bread shop. Today: Managing partner of a venture + private credit fund investing in emerging markets with LP capital. Family background & mindset: Father grew up in Tanzania; grandfather a medical doctor working with Catholic missions — early exposure shaped her view of Africa as opportunity, not risk. Parents were artists — exposure to art trained her in pattern recognition, now one of her investor superpowers. Education & mindset pivots: Started pre-med at Columbia → realized it was toxic competition. Pivoted to math, discovering both aptitude and love of problem solving. Training in mathematics = fluency in patterns, language of money, and risk analysis. Early career: VP at Entrust Capital (fund of hedge funds). Employee #2 → helped scale from $200M → $4.8B AUM. Managed relationships with activist hedge fund giants like Bill Ackman and Carl Icahn. Learned portfolio building, risk management, and fundraising skills that later became core to her VC work. Why venture capital in Africa & India? By 2050, 1 in 4 humans will be African; India today has the world's largest working-age population. 53% of the next decade's growth will come from these regions. Saw contrarian “alpha” opportunity most Western investors still dismiss. Sectors of focus: Healthcare Fintech Mobility Agtech (selectively) All are tech-enabled, solving essential problems for fast-growing middle classes. Conscious capitalism lens: Portfolio companies think beyond profits → align incentives with customers, governments, communities. Example: Rwanda's first licensed online pharmacy; startup scaling e-motorbikes after gas bikes banned. Beyond Capital gives founders a share of fund profits — equitable ownership model. Fundraising lessons: Fundraising is sales math: Eva raised her second fund after 550+ investor meetings → ~30–40 LPs. Funnel has to be very wide. Mindset matters: Rejections happen, but abundance mindset drives momentum. Referrals are gold: “Every dud knows a stud” — rejections often connect you to your best investors. Exude confidence from a clear strategy — investors back comfort + conviction. Personal insights: Considers herself an entrepreneur, not just an allocator. Believes leadership skills are as critical as financial acumen. Thinks of her fund as her “third child.” Alternate career: Pop star. Dream chat: Emma Grede (helped Kardashian brands scale). Learning style: Podcasts, audiobooks, physical books. Reading now: The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle. Her book: The Good Your Money Can Do. Pump-up song: The Rapture Pt. 3 by Black Coffee. Weakness: Moving slowly — always in motion. https://www.instagram.com/consciousinvestor/?hl=en
In less than two years, Neha Kumar has helped build Full Glass Wine Co. into one of the fastest-scaling wine companies in the U.S., completing 7 acquisitions and growing to $200M in revenue in just 17 months. With beloved brands like Winc, Wine Access, Wine Insiders, and Cameron Hughes under its umbrella, the company is redefining how consumers discover and enjoy wine. In this episode, Neha shares the inside story of building at breakneck speed, integrating multiple brands, and creating a wine empire designed for today's consumer. Make sure to check out Full Glass Wine Co. at: https://www.fullglass.wine/ Check out my new book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4kRKGTX Sign up for Starting Small University to join our interviews LIVE and ask questions: https://startingsmallmedia.org/startingsmalluniversity Visit Starting Small Media: https://startingsmallmedia.org/ Subscribe to exclusive Starting Small emails: https://startingsmallmedia.org/newsletter-signup Follow Starting Small: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingsmallpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Startingsmallpod/?modal=admin_todo_tour LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/cameronnagle
Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube If your team's culture feels flat, disconnected, or drifting… the problem isn't them. It's you — and specifically, the frequency you're broadcasting as a leader. This is what it means to Lead with Resonance: Your words, your tone, and your presence set the cultural rhythm for your entire organization. Resonance is about clarity + consistency: Clarity — People know exactly what you stand for. No guessing. No mixed signals. Consistency — They hear it in every meeting, see it in every decision, and feel it in the way you show up. Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
So, you've got 200 million gp to spend and you want to get into raids? Well then you've found the right podcast! This week Michael and Oxie break down potential ways to spend 200m on gear that will get you ready for all 3 raids, including Theater of Blood! Too long to listen to and write down? We've also got you covered below! Here are both of the boy's lists for raid gear :)All Around Raider - 200mFang - 25mZombie axe 1.6mTrident of the swamp - 4mBP - 8.8mWhip - 1.7mTentacle - 435kDual Mochalattes - 10mDragon Crossbow 1.1mNecklace of Anguish - 18mAmulet of Torture - 18mTormented Bracelet - 18mOccult - 500kB ring - 6.1mSerp helm - 4mNezzy with jaw - 17mAranea Boots - 5.3mBlood Moon tassets - 8.8mBlessed D hide Top - 100k Blessed D hide Bottom - 300kAhrims Top - 2mAhrims Bottom - 1.5mBGS - 15.2mDWH - 17mBurning claws - 5.6mDragon pickaxe - 1.1mSupplies/Extras - 10m+Untradeables Mage arena cape Infernal / Fire cape Quiver Torso B gloves D DefenderE GIRL DPS ~200mAmulet of Torture - 18mB ring - 6.1mAranea Boots - 5.3mBlood Moon Chest - 4.8 mBlood Moon tassets - 8.8mJaw - 17mSang Staff - 29.1mTrident of the swamp - 4mBGS - 15.2mDWH - 17mHydra Leather - 14.3mBurning claws - 5.6mBP - 8.8mSwift blade - 4.9mSulphur Blades - 35kWhip - 1.7mTentacle - 435kAnguish - 18mFang - 25m
Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube If your team's culture feels flat, disconnected, or drifting… the problem isn't them. It's you — and specifically, the frequency you're broadcasting as a leader. This is what it means to Lead with Resonance: Your words, your tone, and your presence set the cultural rhythm for your entire organization. Resonance is about clarity + consistency: Clarity — People know exactly what you stand for. No guessing. No mixed signals. Consistency — They hear it in every meeting, see it in every decision, and feel it in the way you show up. Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
This is one of our favourite interviews EVER! In this very special LIVE edition of Brand Growth Heroes, recorded at Bread & Jam Fest 2025, Fiona Fitz sits down in front of a live audience with the absolutely brilliant and hilariously honest Juliet Barratt, co-founder of the category-defining sports nutrition brand, Grenade. Juliet shares the fab story of how she and then-partner Al Barrett took Grenade from the back of a big night out in Birmingham to the shelves of Tesco, WHSmith and petrol stations across the UK, and ultimately to a £200M exit to Mondelez - without ever compromising on what made them different.If this episode inspires you to think about new ways to drive business growth, PLEASE could you click FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE on your favourite podcast app and leave a review, AND share it with a fellow founder - it could help them too!The conversation covers so much - from how branding (and “weirdness!”) can be a superpower, to the moment they realised their “retire-on-a-beach” plan was delusional, to driving a tank into BodyPower Expo (yes, really) to get noticed by GNC. Juliet also opens up about how being “all in” meant no days off for four years, about hiring people who weren't “knobs,” and about what it really felt like when the money landed in her bank account after the deal closed, and interestingly, why it WASN'T the moment of glory people imagine!She also shares her views on today's funding-obsessed food and drink ecosystem, and why she believes too many founders are chasing other people's stories instead of writing their own.Wait for it...Juliet also shares her (perhaps controversial?!) views on the 'female founder' movement - we'd love to know what you think (if you're listening on Spotify, you can comment below!)Juliet's energy is infectious, her insight razor-sharp, and her advice unmissable for any challenger brand founder.And yes, we talk about the Oreo bar. (Don't eat five a day. Just… don't.) PS: Don't miss the audience questions at the end. Golden nuggets tsunami! Enjoy.Useful links:Connect with Juliet Barratt on LinkedInFollow Grenade on LinkedInMore about Bread & Jam FestivalFollow Brand Growth Heroes on LinkedInConnect with BGH host Fiona Fitz on LinkedIn============================================================Thanks to Brand Growth Heroes' podcast sponsor - Joelson, the commercial law firm=============================================================If you're a founder, you already know how much of your energy goes into building the perfect product, creating standout branding and connecting with your consumers.But don't forget that scaling a CPG business also comes with a maze of legal complexities that can make or break your business journey. From contracts, term sheets and regulatory compliance to protecting your brand's intellectual property as you expand, it's essential to get it right.And that starts with the right legal partner.So we're thrilled to introduce Joelson, a leading commercial law firm that specialises in guiding the founders of scaling CPG brands, as Brand Growth Heroes' sponsor.With long-term relationships with clients like Little Moons, Trip, Eat Natural, Bear Graze, and Pulsin, Joelson is also famous for advising the innocent founders in their landmark sale to Coca-Cola! As a female team, we are especially impressed by Joelson's commitment to championing female founders in CPG.Not many law firms are also BCorps, nor do they specialise in helping founders navigate the legal challenges of scaling without stifling the creativity and momentum that got you here in the first place. So thanks, Joelson—we're delighted to have you on board.If you'd like to get in touch to find out more, why don't you drop them a line at hello@joelsonlaw.com!==============================================A tiny favour: If this episode inspires you to think about new ways to drive business growth, please could you click FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE on your favourite podcast app and leave a review?This small gesture from you means the world to us, and allows us to share these nuggets of insight and value with you more often.You won't want to miss the next episode, in which Fiona Fitz talks with another successful founder of a challenger brand who shares more valuable insights into driving growth.Please don't hesitate to join our Brand Growth Heroes community to stay updated with captivating stories and learnings from your beloved brands on their path to success!Follow us on our Brand Growth Heroes socials: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.Thanks to our Sound Engineer, Gyp Buggane, Ballagroove.com and podcast producer/content creator, Kathryn Watts, Social KEWS.
Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube If you can't step away from your business for a week without it grinding to a halt, you don't have a business—you have a very stressful job. Systemizing for freedom isn't about laziness — it's about leverage. Your job as a leader is not to be the primary driver of any core executable function. If your sales, marketing, operations, or product pipeline falls apart because you're not in the room, you don't have a scalable business — you have a single point of failure. Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube If you can't step away from your business for a week without it grinding to a halt, you don't have a business—you have a very stressful job. Systemizing for freedom isn't about laziness — it's about leverage. Your job as a leader is not to be the primary driver of any core executable function. If your sales, marketing, operations, or product pipeline falls apart because you're not in the room, you don't have a scalable business — you have a single point of failure. Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube Back when I was running brand and growth for Agency Nation, I made this mistake on loop. One slow day of traffic? New headlines. A week of soft sales? New ICP. Open rates dip? New platform, new list, new ‘guru' playbook. It felt like leadership. It was chasing. Every time I overreacted to one outcome, I yanked the team attention off whatever we had been doing and sent them down fresh rabbit hole—new tech, new tactic, new market… rinse, repeat. We never let the system compound. No consistency → no scale. It finally clicked during Elevate 2018: we set the strategy, locked the system, and stopped reacting to every blip. Registrations wobbled, sponsors hesitated—we stayed on plan. The result 827 attendees for an insurance conference with zero CE. Years later, people still tell me that single event changed their careers. That's what consistency buys you… that chasing never will. Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
Thinking about selling your company? 24 founders told us what really happens after the wire hits. — joinhampton.com/exit-reportInside Alex Hormozi's decade-long climb from $0 to $200M+.Here's what we talk about:A transparent breakdown of his $200M+ net worth: $95M in liquid assets, $100M+ in illiquid equityThe Gym Launch explosion: from near-bankruptcy to $42M in distributions and a $31M cash sale by age 31Why selling made him feel poorer, and why he'll never cut off his “cash flow firehose” againLaunching Acquisition.com the day after his exit to build a “forever business” using capital, skill, and leverageHis high-yield side plays: hard money lending, minority equity deals, and how he's made six figures a month in interest aloneLifestyle spending habits – including losing a $20M Vegas dream homeWhy most founders shouldn't bank on an exit, and the slim statistical odds of selling successfullyThe mindset shift he's working on now: being in a better mood regardless of success, stress, or circumstancesSponsors:Get US caliber talent at offshore prices with https://www.oceanstalent.com/Achieve your dream body with https://www.dailybodycoach.com/moneywiseThe best phone system for teams at http://www.openphone.com/moneywiseCool Links:Hampton https://www.joinhampton.com/Lower Street https://www.lowerstreet.co/Alex Hormozi's newest book, $100M Money Models, launches at a live virtual event Saturday August 16th. Register free: https://register.acq.comThe book will teach you how to get more customers to spend more, in less time, over and over again, ultimately eliminating cash flow as a constraint to growth of any business.Chapters:(1:22) Alex Hermozi's Net Worth & Background(3:49) How Alex's Assets & Where He Invests(5:28) Alex's Fitness Philosophy(6:10) College Years & Early Ambitions(10:18) First Venture: Defense Contracting, Then Entrepreneurship(13:20) Building Gym Launch & Selling for $60M(31:47) Lifestyle, Spending Habits, Plus a Wealth Mindset(38:43) Personal Growth & Finding Fulfillment(40:02) The True Value of Success & Seeking ValidationThis podcast is a ridiculous concept: high-net-worth people reveal their personal finances. Inspired by real conversations happening in the Hampton community.Your Host: Sam ParrFounder of Hampton, a private, highly vetted community for high-net-worth founders.Previously sold his last company for tens of millions.
Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube Back when I was running brand and growth for Agency Nation, I made this mistake on loop. One slow day of traffic? New headlines. A week of soft sales? New ICP. Open rates dip? New platform, new list, new ‘guru' playbook. It felt like leadership. It was chasing. Every time I overreacted to one outcome, I yanked the team attention off whatever we had been doing and sent them down fresh rabbit hole—new tech, new tactic, new market… rinse, repeat. We never let the system compound. No consistency → no scale. It finally clicked during Elevate 2018: we set the strategy, locked the system, and stopped reacting to every blip. Registrations wobbled, sponsors hesitated—we stayed on plan. The result 827 attendees for an insurance conference with zero CE. Years later, people still tell me that single event changed their careers. That's what consistency buys you… that chasing never will. Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
How do you go from a £500 startup to a £200 million brand?On this week's Screw It Just DO It, I speak to Juliet Barratt, co-founder of Grenade. If you've ever picked up a Carb Killa bar, you've seen the impact of brand, timing, and relentlessness in action. Juliet and her husband launched Grenade during a recession, built it into a market leader, and sold it to Mondelez for a nine-figure sum.But this isn't just another glossy success story.Juliet opens up about the toll of selling your business, what she'd do differently, and why founders need to be laser-focused on product, branding, and fit. She also shares hard-earned lessons about scaling with your partner, the value of mentorship, and what the real road to a global brand looks like. Whether you're building a business, preparing for a raise, or staring down an exit, this is the unfiltered version most founders never hear.Key TakeawaysBrand is everything. Distinctive packaging and positioning were critical to Grenade standing out in a saturated market.Timing matters. Launching during a recession forced focus and discipline, but also provided unexpected opportunities.The exit isn't always a win. Juliet opens up about regretting their early sale of equity and the emotional cost of parting with the brand.Founders must protect focus. Know when to bring in professionals, and stay close to what makes the brand work.Scaling with a partner is hard. Clear boundaries and mutual respect were vital to building Grenade as a husband-and-wife team.
Julie Lein, Managing Partner at Urban Innovation Fund, shares what it takes to get funded in today's market. From mastering your pitch to leveraging AI and regulatory tailwinds, Julie breaks down how to stand out to investors. We also dive into her cold email formula, first meeting strategy, and what makes a founder unforgettable. Top Moments 05:31 Why it's never too early to pitch and how progress between meetings wins investors. 11:42 Julie explains Urban Innovation Fund's AI-native and AI-accelerated investment approach. 16:58 Regulatory tailwinds: the underrated driver of billion-dollar opportunities. 24:17 Why evangelism and storytelling are now non-negotiable for founders. 33:09 Julie's cold email formula that gets founders meetings (and checks). 38:45 Inside the first investor meeting: product demos, partner discussions, and market vision.
Jamaica's Bryan Levell recently ran 19.69 seconds in the 200m at the Hungary Continental Tour meeting in Budapest. This performance makes him the 3rd fastest Jamaican in history and is the fastest time any Jamaican has run since 2015 when Usain Bolt won Gold at the Beijing World Championships. Considering the performances Bryan has been able to put down over the past 2 years, is he now in serious consideration for a medal at the 2025 World Championships?--------------------------------Host: Anderson Emerole | @emeroleanderson on TwitterSUPPORT THE PODCAST
Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube “Plans are cute—right up ‘til the universe knees you in the junk. Or, as Mike Tyson put it, ‘Everybody's got a plan… until they get punched in the mouth.' …so you got punched in the face…What now? Well, first, don't freak out. 70% of strategic plans fail in execution. That's according to the Harvard Biz Review. The reason for this is that most ‘leadership advice' is nostalgia wrapped in a PowerPoint delivered by a consultant who will be long gone when it comes to the actual execution of the plan. How do I know? I've spent over two decades building, leading, and selling businesses, most notably scaling Rogue Risk from zero to acquisition in just two years. I've run national brands, launched an industry-defining events, and worked as an turnaround CEO for businesses in tech, insurance and fitness. I've coached founders, executives, and teams to unlock unreasonable growth by cutting through myths and leading in reality. I don't teach theory—I've lived the chaos, made the calls, and earned the scars. If you're looking for safe, pretty leadership advice, I'm not your guy. If you want the truth and a system that wins in the real world, you're in the right place. Today, we're kicking off a 7-part series on my RealityOS leadership operating system. Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube “Plans are cute—right up ‘til the universe knees you in the junk. Or, as Mike Tyson put it, ‘Everybody's got a plan… until they get punched in the mouth.' …so you got punched in the face…What now? Well, first, don't freak out. 70% of strategic plans fail in execution. That's according to the Harvard Biz Review. The reason for this is that most ‘leadership advice' is nostalgia wrapped in a PowerPoint delivered by a consultant who will be long gone when it comes to the actual execution of the plan. How do I know? I've spent over two decades building, leading, and selling businesses, most notably scaling Rogue Risk from zero to acquisition in just two years. I've run national brands, launched an industry-defining events, and worked as an turnaround CEO for businesses in tech, insurance and fitness. I've coached founders, executives, and teams to unlock unreasonable growth by cutting through myths and leading in reality. I don't teach theory—I've lived the chaos, made the calls, and earned the scars. If you're looking for safe, pretty leadership advice, I'm not your guy. If you want the truth and a system that wins in the real world, you're in the right place. Today, we're kicking off a 7-part series on my RealityOS leadership operating system. Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ You're here because you want to win—big. Brad Lea doesn't mess around. In this episode, he sits down with Andrew Bennett to tear into how he's built Louisiana's fastest-growing construction company — by leveraging industry relationships, hands-on leadership, and a relentless work ethic to hit nearly $200M in sales in just five years, delivering the unfiltered truth you won't find anywhere else. No fluff, just real talk and actionable steps to crush it in business and life. Andrew's links https://www.omega-foundations.com https://www.facebook.com/omegafoundations https://www.facebook.com/andrew.bennett.526 Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business. LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/ This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it. Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs
This week on The Necessary Conversation, Chad and Haley face off with Mary Lou (Bob's still out recovering from hip surgery!) in another fiery family debate that mixes breaking headlines with our signature cross-generational, cross-political banter.Topics include:Trump–Putin Alaska Summit: Why Zelenskyy's not invited, the $300B deal on the table, and what happens if Ukraine refuses to sign.Texas Democrats Skip Town: The mass walkout to block GOP redistricting, Abbott's legal threats, and whether blue states will retaliate.Trump Burger Owner Deported: Roland Mehrez Beainy's immigration scandal—and what it says about loyalty in MAGA world.Trump on the Roof: The bizarre “nuclear missiles” moment and whether this is presidential behavior or something else entirely.Gaza Crisis Escalates: Israel moves to take Gaza City despite international backlash—what consequences, if any, Netanyahu might face.White House Goes Full Mar-a-Lago: Trump's Rose Garden demolition, fake gold overload, and a $200M donor-funded ballroom while Americans struggle to put food on the table.Simmer Down: If you could bring back one pet from the dead—who would it be, and why?
You may have noticed something different. We've rebranded the podcast… For over 350 episodes, this podcast was called The Ryan Hanley Show. Solid… I mean, my name is Ryan Hanley. But…it's never felt right… Or maybe a better way to put it is that the name has always felt like it missed capturing the real mission of this podcast. I want to help ambitious, driven, unreasonable human beings find peak performance in their life and business. Sometimes that takes the form of leadership, psychology, or fitness… …and here's the thing, the FINDING part is important. We're never going to reach our peak self… none of us…but then that's not the point. It's the effort, the battle, the struggle, the climb…it's the feeling you get wading through a sea of bullshit and obstacles, everyone questioning you, doubting you… It's the feeling of knowing you're on the path…getting better every day… I've been building the Finding Peak brand — the newsletter, the coaching, the speaking — for a while now. Go to findingpeak.com and check it out. This is the way. Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
You may have noticed something different. We've rebranded the podcast… For over 350 episodes, this podcast was called The Ryan Hanley Show. Solid… I mean, my name is Ryan Hanley. But…it's never felt right… Or maybe a better way to put it is that the name has always felt like it missed capturing the real mission of this podcast. I want to help ambitious, driven, unreasonable human beings find peak performance in their life and business. Sometimes that takes the form of leadership, psychology, or fitness… …and here's the thing, the FINDING part is important. We're never going to reach our peak self… none of us…but then that's not the point. It's the effort, the battle, the struggle, the climb…it's the feeling you get wading through a sea of bullshit and obstacles, everyone questioning you, doubting you… It's the feeling of knowing you're on the path…getting better every day… I've been building the Finding Peak brand — the newsletter, the coaching, the speaking — for a while now. Go to findingpeak.com and check it out. This is the way. Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
Bad Bunny's massive Puerto Rico residency is the week's headline. WPLG Local 10 reports he's midway through his 30-show “No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí” run at San Juan's Coliseo de Puerto Rico, drawing 18,000 per night and projected to inject roughly $200 million into the island's economy, from hotels and restaurants to small venues near the arena, according to local entrepreneurs and Puerto Rico's governor Jenniffer González Colón encouraging visitors to “come, enjoy the concert, enjoy the island.” WPLG Local 10 and Local10.com both highlight how the residency is reshaping summer tourism and local business momentum around the Coliseo.There was also tragic news tied to the influx. The Los Angeles Times reports a 25-year-old visitor from New York, in Puerto Rico for the residency, was fatally shot early Sunday in La Perla; police say he was an innocent bystander and two locals were also wounded. KSAT corroborates details from police that the incident occurred after an argument at a La Perla nightspot and that the victim's friends had traveled for one of the 30 shows.On the cultural front around the residency, the Los Angeles Times' De Los coverage shows how the moment is sparking art and community action. Local artists, with advocacy group Mijente and collective AgitArte, launched the “De Aquí Nadie Nos Saca” exhibition in Santurce, explicitly in conversation with Bad Bunny's album Debí Tirar Más Fotos and the residency's title, framing it as a statement against displacement and for cultural sovereignty. The piece also notes AgitArte's Papel Machete contributed the giant puppet seen in the “La Mudanza” video, tightening the feedback loop between the music, visuals, and on-the-ground art-making during show weeks.Social media keeps feeding the residency's pop-culture gravity. The Washington Post's Instagram highlighted that Bad Bunny opened the run in July with initial dates reserved for Puerto Rico residents, underscoring the hometown-first approach to access. An Instagram post circulating this weekend shows Bad Bunny spotted in Puerto Rico alongside Austin Butler and director Darren Aronofsky, a reminder that the residency is doubling as a magnet for international creatives visiting the island.For listeners tracking the music arc that's powering this summer, Wikipedia's Debí Tirar Más Fotos entry outlines the January 5 album drop, a string of videos through July, and the May announcement of the Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour starting in November across Europe, Australia, Japan, and Latin America. Wikipedia's Bad Bunny page further notes a July 14 single, “Alambre Púa,” extending the album's life into the residency window, and places the 30-date San Juan run from early July to mid-September with the first nine dates exclusive to locals. NPR's Tiny Desk performance from April sits upstream of this residency, seeding the live band identity listeners are now seeing scaled up at the Coliseo.A quick pulse check on the business and audience impact: Local 10's reporting emphasizes spillover to neighborhood venues near the arena and portrays San Juan as a summer destination anchored by the shows. The Los Angeles Times' community angles suggest the residency is as much a cultural ground game as it is a concert series, inviting visitors to engage beyond the arena while also surfacing the island's ongoing debates over gentrification and self-determination. The shooting in La Perla underscores the safety context visitors are navigating as crowds swell around nightlife hotspots during show weeks, according to police accounts reported by the Los Angeles Times and KSAT.Thanks for tuning in. Come back next week for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for me check out Quiet Please Dot A I.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.ai
Ralph and Lauren sit down with Corey Quinn, Agency Growth Advisor and former CMO of Scorpion, to uncover the exact strategies that took a stalled $10–$20M agency and propelled it to over $100M in revenue. Corey reveals his “Dream 100” inspired outreach strategy, why DS (Dream Segment) and GBO (Greatest Business Outcome) are essential to focus, and how to build a repeatable system for landing high-value clients. If you run an agency, consultancy, or service business, this conversation will challenge the way you think about lead generation, positioning, and scaling — and give you the tactical blueprint to make your growth goals inevitable.Chapters:00:00:00 - Cliff jumps, private jets, and setting the stage for big growth00:01:51 - Meet Corey Quinn: the agency growth strategist Ralph swears by00:04:31 - From CMO to 10X revenue: the Scorpion success story00:07:05 - The real challenges (and winning moves) behind a $100M leap00:12:42 - Why deep specialization is your ultimate growth accelerator00:18:09 - Building a culture that fuels operational excellence00:20:50 - How the Deep Specialization Flywheel keeps momentum spinning00:22:42 - Turning gifts into client magnets with outbound marketing00:23:35 - From surprise packages to strategic outreach00:23:58 - The secret psychology behind sending gifts that convert00:26:28 - Reinventing outreach in a remote-first world00:27:20 - Scaling your gift game without losing the personal touch00:30:33 - Crafting irresistible, personalized gifts for dream clients00:34:54 - Why relentless follow-up wins the biggest deals00:40:07 - Wrapping up with a special offer you can't ignoreLINKS AND RESOURCES:WebsiteAnyone, Not EveryoneGet Your Marketing Performance IndicatorsTM Checklist Now!Get Your nCAC Calculator Now!Make Data Driven Marketing Decisions with ConfidenceTier 11 JobsPerpetual Traffic on YouTubeTiereleven.comMongoose MediaPerpetual Traffic SurveyPerpetual Traffic WebsiteFollow Perpetual Traffic on TwitterConnect with Lauren on Instagram and Connect with Ralph on LinkedInThanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to Perpetual Traffic? Have some feedback you'd like to share? Connect with us on
Today's Headlines: House Republicans are flipping the Epstein story, subpoenaing the Clintons, former AGs, and ex-FBI chiefs — but skipping the guy who gave Epstein his sweetheart plea deal, Alex Acosta. A NYT look inside Epstein's NYC mansion turned up creepy art, hidden cameras, and celeb pics with everyone from Bill Gates to Donald and Melania. The Trump team's also dusting off the “Russia hoax” playbook, launching a grand jury probe into Obama's handling of the 2016 election interference investigation. In other Epstein distraction news, Trump popped up on the White House roof and joked about nukes. He also made himself head of the 2028 LA Olympics task force (with a side of anti-trans comments). The State Department floated visa bonds up to $15K while the FBI says 2024 had the second-highest hate crime numbers ever. Lastly, Palantir got a $10B Army contract and Elon Musk's xAI scored $200M from the Pentagon. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: NBC News: House committee subpoenas the Clintons and several top former DOJ officials for testimony about Jeffrey Epstein NY Times: Inside Jeffrey Epstein's Manhattan Townhouse: Birthday Letters, First Edition ‘Lolita' and More Axios: Trump "happy to hear" DOJ launched grand jury probe of Obama officials ABC News: Trump takes unusual stroll on White House roof CNN: Trump says he wants strong testing to keep transgender athletes out of women's sports at 2028 Olympics AP News: State Department may require visa applicants to post bond of up to $15,000 to enter the US Axios: Hate crimes hit second largest record in 2024: FBI Axios: Palantir's $10 billion Army contract continues its D.C. win streak Axios: Musk's xAI announces $200 million contract with Pentagon Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Earlier this week, Andrew Tulloch, co-founder of Thinking Machines and one of the key engineers behind OpenAI's GPT-4, reportedly said no to a jaw-dropping $1 billion offer from Zuckerberg's Meta. Why would anyone say no to that kind of money? The answer lies in a high-stakes conflict for the soul of AI. From Microsoft crippling Inflection AI and Meta's $200M poaching spree to a growing rebellion led by top AI minds like Mira Murati, Andrew Tulloch, and Dario Amodei, we look at big tech's desperate bid to own AI by buying its creators.Tune in.Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories. One channel. Every show. No more switching feeds.Follow The Ken on Apple Podcasts or tune in on The Ken app.
Roy Allan Sobotiak spent 35 years in prison for a murder he's always insisted he did not commit. It's the longest sentence served by a victim of wrongful conviction in Canadian history. How many other innocent people are currently behind bars? Has the judicial system evolved to prevent these types of situations? Is Susan Kaminsky's killer still at large? 1:30 | Innocence Canada's Stéphanie Nowak and Pamela Zbarsky take us into Mr. Sobotiak's case, and explain how their advocacy led to his release in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. INNOCENCE CANADA: https://www.innocencecanada.com/ CHECK OUT MERCEDES-BENZ EDMONTON WEST: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 36:40 | Beneath Donald Trump's bluster, the United States is losing the trade war. Political economist Dr. John Rapley makes the argument, and gives an informed take on the evolution of global commerce. READ RAPLEY'S PIECE in THE GLOBE & MAIL: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-beneath-the-bluster-the-us-is-losing-the-trade-war/ 59:00 | This year's wildflowers in Jasper aren't just beautiful...they're symbolic. We celebrate nature's healing power in this edition of MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper. FIND WILDFLOWERS in JASPER NATIONAL PARK: https://www.jasper.travel/blog/where-to-find-wildflowers-jasper-national-park/ Grab a coffee at Otto's Cache before you head out: https://www.jasper.travel/dining/ottos-cache/ 1:04:00 | Jespo and Johnny join forces with the Real Talk Live Chat powered by Park Power to discuss President Trump's plan for a $200M ballroom, shingles and gout (!), and Mr. Big sting operations. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.
The Efficient Advisor: Tactical Business Advice for Financial Planners
Running a thriving financial advisory firm sounds like the dream, but what happens when success outpaces your systems? In this episode, Jessica Cole, CFP®, ChFC®, founder of Synergy Wealth Partners, shares her journey of leading a booming advisory business with over $200 million AUM — and hitting a breaking point. With too many clients, no clear processes, and team members constantly asking “what do I do now?”, Jessica turned to group coaching to bring structure and sanity to her fast-growing practice. She gets candid about imposter syndrome, burnout, and how leaning into her Ideal Client Avatar changed everything.Here's what you'll learn in this episode:How a “successful but messy” firm can still fall short without the right systemsWhy identifying your Ideal Client Avatar (ICA) is a total game changerTips for prioritizing implementation when you're too busy to do it allThe importance of an intro call before discovery meetings — and how it saved time and energyHow being part of a pod (small peer group) helps normalize struggle and create connectionThis conversation is packed with honesty, humor, and tactical insight. Whether you're new to the business or scaling rapidly, you'll walk away feeling seen — and armed with ideas to build smarter.Learn more about the Group Coaching & Mastermind HERE! Check out The First 100 Days Course: The Advisor's Blueprint for a Remarkable Client Experience HERE!Learn more about Asset-Map financial planning software HERE! Learn more about our sponsor Beemo Automation HERE! Check out the Efficient Advisor YouTube Channel HERE!Connect with Libby on LinkedIn HERE!Successful businesses don't get built alone. You need community! You need collaboration! Join us in The Efficient Advisor Community on Facebook.
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Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube Michelle "Mace" Curren Website: https://macecurran.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mace_curran/ The Flipside: How to Invert Your Perspective and Turn Fear into Your Superpower: https://amzn.to/474URzJ Summary In this conversation, Ryan Hanley and Michelle "MACE" Curran discuss the complexities of marketing, decision-making, and the challenges faced by women in aviation. MACE shares her experiences as a fighter pilot, emphasizing the importance of preparation, presence, and overcoming self-doubt. They delve into the nuances of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the military and aviation sectors, highlighting the need for opportunities and the impact of gender dynamics. MACE's upcoming book, 'The Flip Side,' aims to help individuals turn fear into a superpower, providing actionable insights for personal development. Episodes You Might Enjoy From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delk From One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymello Is Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9 Recommended Tools for Growth OpusClip: #1 AI video clipping and editing tool: https://link.ryanhanley.com/opus Riverside: HD Podcast & Video Software | Free Recording & Editing: https://link.ryanhanley.com/riverside Magai: All-in-One AI for Professionals: https://link.ryanhanley.com/magai Taplio • Grow Your Personal Brand On LinkedIn: https://link.ryanhanley.com/taplio Kit: Email-First Operating System for Creators (formerly ConvertKit): https://link.ryanhanley.com/kit Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube Michelle "Mace" Curren Website: https://macecurran.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mace_curran/ The Flipside: How to Invert Your Perspective and Turn Fear into Your Superpower: https://amzn.to/474URzJ Summary In this conversation, Ryan Hanley and Michelle "MACE" Curran discuss the complexities of marketing, decision-making, and the challenges faced by women in aviation. MACE shares her experiences as a fighter pilot, emphasizing the importance of preparation, presence, and overcoming self-doubt. They delve into the nuances of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the military and aviation sectors, highlighting the need for opportunities and the impact of gender dynamics. MACE's upcoming book, 'The Flip Side,' aims to help individuals turn fear into a superpower, providing actionable insights for personal development. Episodes You Might Enjoy From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delk From One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymello Is Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9 Recommended Tools for Growth OpusClip: #1 AI video clipping and editing tool: https://link.ryanhanley.com/opus Riverside: HD Podcast & Video Software | Free Recording & Editing: https://link.ryanhanley.com/riverside Magai: All-in-One AI for Professionals: https://link.ryanhanley.com/magai Taplio • Grow Your Personal Brand On LinkedIn: https://link.ryanhanley.com/taplio Kit: Email-First Operating System for Creators (formerly ConvertKit): https://link.ryanhanley.com/kit Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
In this absolutely bonkers, laugh-out-loud episode of The Ben and Skin Show, hosts Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray deliver a full-throttle ride through sports drama, pop culture chaos, and aquarium horror stories that you truly have to hear to believe. From Jerry Jones accidentally igniting a war between Dez Bryant and Nicki Minaj, to a child getting attacked by a giant octopus in San Antonio, to KT's sauna confessionals and Ben's matcha obsession—this episode is a masterclass in unpredictable radio brilliance.
Superman is still soaring at $551M worldwide after four weeks while Fantastic Four plunged 66 % on its second weekend to roughly $200M globally.We unpack what the numbers reveal about DCU vs MCU momentum, marketing tactics and long-term franchise stakes in 2025.00:00 Introduction: Show Versus Business00:11 Superman vs. Fantastic Four: Box Office Battle05:34 Warner Brothers and Discovery Split: Corporate Shenanigans07:48 Reality TV and Personal Anecdotes12:05 Marvel and DC: The Future of Superhero Movies22:31 Chris Brown's Breezy Bowl Tour30:24 The Attention Economy: Kanye, Trump, and Media Antics36:24 Navigating Social Media Distractions37:10 The Evolution of Community and Attention37:47 The Rise of Streaming Influencers38:43 The Changing Nature of Community Loyalty43:40 AI and Virtual Gurus44:54 The Role of Bots in Online Communities47:43 Challenges in Building and Maintaining Communities53:18 The Impact of AI on Attention and Engagement01:09:15 Gaming and AI: Cheating Systems and Attention01:11:44 Concluding Thoughts on Attention and AIYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/CQXq2C6EIrU#Superman 2025 #FantasticFour 2025 #BoxOfficeBattle #DCU vs MCU #SummerBlockbusters #ShowVsBusiness #ComicMovieDebate #PopCulture #ShowVsBusiness #Podcast #Entertainment----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------
What if I told you that your biggest breakthrough is waiting on the other side of your biggest breakdown? What if the very thing you're afraid of—losing control, facing uncertainty, getting knocked down—is exactly what you need to discover who you're really meant to be? Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube Here's the truth most business leaders won't tell you: not fitting into corporate culture… even getting fired might be the best thing that ever happens to your career. I know this because it wasn't until I was fired from three executive positions that I realized each termination was a gift I didn't know I needed. While most people think success is about climbing the corporate ladder, playing the game, and getting the flashy job title is what success looks like… But if you're here, I'm assuming that's not you. My name is Ryan Hanley, most people just call me Hanley, and after getting fired for the third time, I finally realized something: God didn't create me to work for someone else. He created me to be a builder, a leader, and an entrepreneur. That's when I founded Rogue Risk, a digital insurance agency, built it from nothing, and sold it for seven figures in less than four years. Over the last 10 years I've delivered over 400 keynotes to leaders around the world, growth this podcast to consistently rank among the top in the world and coached 100's of founder and leaders through my RealityOS framework—a leadership philosophy that helps entrepreneurs break through the three biggest barriers killing their growth: undisciplined focus, uninspired company culture and a lack outcome driven systems. This podcast is for unreasonable people seeking unreasonable outcomes. If you're tired of playing small, if you're frustrated with where you are versus where you know you should be, if you're ready to stop making excuses and start making moves—then you're in the right place. Here's what I know after sitting in every seat at the table—founder, operator, executive, speaker, investor, coach: People don't follow logos. They follow leaders. Leaders who do the work. Who tell the truth. Who show the hell up when everyone else is making excuses. That's what we do here. We have real conversations with real people who've achieved unreasonable outcomes in their life and business. No fluff. No theory. Just the raw, unfiltered strategies, mindsets, and habits that separate peak performers from everyone else. Whether you're revenue growth has stalled, you're struggling with leadership, or simply know you're capable of more but can't figure out how to get there—this show will give you the clarity, tools, and inspiration you need to break through to the next level. So subscribe to The Ryan Hanley Show wherever you listen to podcasts (we're on YouTube if you like watch…you know what I mean…) and if you want to go deeper down the rabbit hole, visit findingpeak.com to join our community of leaders who refuse to accept ordinary results. This is the way. Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
What if I told you that your biggest breakthrough is waiting on the other side of your biggest breakdown? What if the very thing you're afraid of—losing control, facing uncertainty, getting knocked down—is exactly what you need to discover who you're really meant to be? Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube Here's the truth most business leaders won't tell you: not fitting into corporate culture… even getting fired might be the best thing that ever happens to your career. I know this because it wasn't until I was fired from three executive positions that I realized each termination was a gift I didn't know I needed. While most people think success is about climbing the corporate ladder, playing the game, and getting the flashy job title is what success looks like… But if you're here, I'm assuming that's not you. My name is Ryan Hanley, most people just call me Hanley, and after getting fired for the third time, I finally realized something: God didn't create me to work for someone else. He created me to be a builder, a leader, and an entrepreneur. That's when I founded Rogue Risk, a digital insurance agency, built it from nothing, and sold it for seven figures in less than four years. Over the last 10 years I've delivered over 400 keynotes to leaders around the world, growth this podcast to consistently rank among the top in the world and coached 100's of founder and leaders through my RealityOS framework—a leadership philosophy that helps entrepreneurs break through the three biggest barriers killing their growth: undisciplined focus, uninspired company culture and a lack outcome driven systems. This podcast is for unreasonable people seeking unreasonable outcomes. If you're tired of playing small, if you're frustrated with where you are versus where you know you should be, if you're ready to stop making excuses and start making moves—then you're in the right place. Here's what I know after sitting in every seat at the table—founder, operator, executive, speaker, investor, coach: People don't follow logos. They follow leaders. Leaders who do the work. Who tell the truth. Who show the hell up when everyone else is making excuses. That's what we do here. We have real conversations with real people who've achieved unreasonable outcomes in their life and business. No fluff. No theory. Just the raw, unfiltered strategies, mindsets, and habits that separate peak performers from everyone else. Whether you're revenue growth has stalled, you're struggling with leadership, or simply know you're capable of more but can't figure out how to get there—this show will give you the clarity, tools, and inspiration you need to break through to the next level. So subscribe to The Ryan Hanley Show wherever you listen to podcasts (we're on YouTube if you like watch…you know what I mean…) and if you want to go deeper down the rabbit hole, visit findingpeak.com to join our community of leaders who refuse to accept ordinary results. This is the way. Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
While Brian frolics somewhere in the Pacific Northwest, Jason brings in cyber-sleuth Dave Bittner for a jam-packed episode covering everything from Gen X's slow descent into obscurity to furries, feds, and face-scanning your way into porn. The guys start with a salute to the late, great Tom Lehrer—a math nerd with a piano and zero tolerance for BS—before diving into the avalanche of cyber screwups plaguing today's digital circus.The biggest spill? The so-called “safe” dating app Tea just doxxed its entire user base—because who needs privacy when you've got bad Firebase settings from 2017? Meanwhile, teens are befriending chatbots, Microsoft is issuing pink slips via PowerPoint, and Meta might be training its AI on stolen porn. Add in farmers installing turnstiles in the Dolomites to keep influencers off their grass, age verification laws that Norman Reedus can bypass with a JPEG, and Tesla diners turning into 24/7 neighbor hellscapes, and yeah—it's just another week on the internet.If you're a Gen Xer feeling invisible, underpaid, and over it, congrats—you're not alone. This episode is a full buffet of schadenfreude, digital paranoia, and good old-fashioned grump. Pour a cup of whatever's not boiling, and tune in for the roast. Tom Lehrer would've approved.Sponsors:DeleteMe - Head over to JoinDeleteMe.com/GOG and use the code "GOG" for 20% off.Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. Go to SetApp and get started today!!!1Password - Get a great deal on the only password manager recommended by Grumpy Old Geeks! gog.show/1passwordShow notes at https://gog.show/708FOLLOW UPWhy Gen X is the real loser generationTeens say they are turning to AI for friendshipIN THE NEWSHackers steal images from women's dating safety app that vets menHackers leak 13,000 user photos and IDs from the Tea app, designed as a women's safe spaceTea dating app disables direct messaging as it investigates data breachThe Tea App Data Breach: What Was Exposed and What We Know About the Class Action LawsuitTea App's Second Breach: 1.1 Million Private Messages Exposed in ...The Tea App Breach: A Catastrophic Privacy Failure in the Quest for ...Tea App Leak: What's Going on With the 4chan Tea App Data ...Tea app hacked: 13,000 photos leaked after 4chan call to actionThe Tea app hack explained – how a data breach spilled thousands of photos from the top free US app, and what to doWomen are reporting bad men on this app. Here's the legal tea on the app called TeaMajor Security Breach at Tea App Exposes Sensitive User DataThe dating app that doxxed 72,000 women... - YouTubeTea app fallout worsens as leaked selfies used in rating site, online ...Two data breaches in one week on social media site TeaDating safety app Tea suspends messaging after hack - BBCFirst Came Tea. 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Chris Cuomo sees the writing on the wall and offers some groveling to conservatives. Chuck Schumer pushes a $200M lie that Karoline Leavitt destroys in 12 seconds. And Good News reminds us that when adults let us down, children show us consistenly the best of human nature.
Listen in as Erin and Mallory discuss: How Mallory scaled from helping with a few apartment sales to running a $200M team — in just 7 years. How she spent two full years learning the basics and building a real business foundation before scaling. How her team thrives on clear SOPs, post-deal roadmaps, and constant refinement (even after success). How hiring the right assistant changed her life — but she had to go through several wrong fits to get there. How wins don't magically lead to more business — you must outflow, take action, and keep the momentum going. About Mallory Bogard is co-founder of the Bogard New York Team, a top real estate team in New York City at SERHANT. Mallory began her real estate career in 2016. Prior to real estate, Mallory held an esteemed 10-year career in timepieces, overseeing international markets and global growth for a leading timepiece company. She traveled extensively, analyzed local market sales and viability, and positioned brands in other countries for maximum success. Prior to that, she worked on seasonal branding for a fashion house licensed for timepieces for Marc by Marc Jacobs, DKNY, Burberry, Diesel, Michael Kors, and more. Mallory's specializations include brand-positioning, business development, and leadership. By her 2nd year in real estate, Mallory achieved her first large feat, signing up her first new development; by year 3, she was an associate broker; and by year 4, she had garnered over $100 million in sales. She has laid the business foundation for business growth in team operations, and now she trains, leads, and manages other agents into successful careers in real estate with the founding principals: honesty, integrity, and work to uplift the industry of professional real estate salespeople, by growing the next generation of agents to do the same. Mallory is frequently a guest speaker at her alma mater, the University of Oklahoma, podcasts, and real estate panels and events, speaking on "Dreaming Bigger", her journey from growing up on an emu farm in Oklahoma to leading one of the fastest- growing real estate teams in New York City. When Mallory isn't working, she loves mentoring young professionals, visiting family in Oklahoma, and eating at new restaurants around New York City. How to Connect With Mallory Website: https://bogardny.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallory-bogard-522b4b240/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mallory.gaylebrown Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mallorybogard/
Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube Ed Latimore Website: https://edlatimore.com/ X: https://x.com/EdLatimore Hard Lessons from the Hurt Business: Boxing and the Art of Life: https://amzn.to/4l2ICXM Ed Latimore and Ryan Hanley explore the themes of societal polarization, personal responsibility, and the importance of facing adversity. They discuss how social media has amplified individualism and conflict, the complexities of racism, and the need for critical thinking in education. Latimore shares his personal experiences growing up and how they shaped his views on political identity and masculinity. The discussion emphasizes the value of physical activity, social connections, and the role of parenting in shaping values and resilience in children. Episodes You Might Enjoy From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delk From One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymello Is Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9 Recommended Tools for Growth OpusClip: #1 AI video clipping and editing tool: https://link.ryanhanley.com/opus Riverside: HD Podcast & Video Software | Free Recording & Editing: https://link.ryanhanley.com/riverside Magai: All-in-One AI for Professionals: https://link.ryanhanley.com/magai Taplio • Grow Your Personal Brand On LinkedIn: https://link.ryanhanley.com/taplio Kit: Email-First Operating System for Creators (formerly ConvertKit): https://link.ryanhanley.com/kit Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
Join our community of fearless leaders in search of unreasonable outcomes... Want to become a FEARLESS entrepreneur and leader? Go here: https://www.findingpeak.com Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube Ed Latimore Website: https://edlatimore.com/ X: https://x.com/EdLatimore Hard Lessons from the Hurt Business: Boxing and the Art of Life: https://amzn.to/4l2ICXM Ed Latimore and Ryan Hanley explore the themes of societal polarization, personal responsibility, and the importance of facing adversity. They discuss how social media has amplified individualism and conflict, the complexities of racism, and the need for critical thinking in education. Latimore shares his personal experiences growing up and how they shaped his views on political identity and masculinity. The discussion emphasizes the value of physical activity, social connections, and the role of parenting in shaping values and resilience in children. Episodes You Might Enjoy From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delk From One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymello Is Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9 Recommended Tools for Growth OpusClip: #1 AI video clipping and editing tool: https://link.ryanhanley.com/opus Riverside: HD Podcast & Video Software | Free Recording & Editing: https://link.ryanhanley.com/riverside Magai: All-in-One AI for Professionals: https://link.ryanhanley.com/magai Taplio • Grow Your Personal Brand On LinkedIn: https://link.ryanhanley.com/taplio Kit: Email-First Operating System for Creators (formerly ConvertKit): https://link.ryanhanley.com/kit Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9
Smithlist is a job board for leadership roles at small businesses. If you're not ready to buy a business but want to lead one:Smithlist - Operate & Lead a BusinessTyler & Zach Gordon's search for an overlooked industry with good prospects led to a franchise system of thrift stores.Topics in Tyler & Zach's interview:Zach and Tyler's backgrounds in franchisingLooking for career fulfillmentFormulating a search strategyFocusing on overlooked industriesDiscovering thrift store franchisingEvaluating franchise opportunitiesTransitioning from franchisee to franchisorStructuring the acquisition and partnershipFocusing their marketing on vendorsPrioritizing franchisee success and future growthReferences and how to contact Tyler & Zach:Tyler's LinkedInZach's LinkedInHorizon Point Capitaltyler@bcfranchise.comzach@bcfranchise.com Uptown Cheapskate FranchiseKid to Kid FranchiseBuy a Franchise Portfolio: How to Choose a BrandDownload the New CEO's Guide to Human Resources from Aspen HR:From this page or contact mark@aspenhr.comGet a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):Book a call with Tim or hello@systemsix.com and mention Acquiring MindsGet a complimentary IT audit of your target business:Email Nick Akers at nick@inzotechnologies.com, and tell him you're a searcherConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton RohozovProduced by Pam Cameron
Send us a textStrap in, because this “daily drop” is a full-throttle rollercoaster of Pentagon absurdity and global WTFs. From promoting a former Space Force whistleblower to Under Secretary of the Air Force, to blowing $200M on a border wall while ignoring busted pistols and flood victims—this episode doesn't pull punches. Peaches goes off on political aircraft pork, war with China (spoiler: lots of body bags), and the Space Force's asteroid defense ambitions. Oh, and yes, Pizza Cat is alive and well. You're welcome, internet.
How did Tripadvisor become every traveler's starting point?Steve Kaufer joins Joubin Mirzadegan on Grit to break down how Tripadvisor became the internet's trusted travel companion, built on over a billion reviews and decades of trust. He also shares why early personalization fell short and how AI is finally doing what travel agents once did by understanding the traveler, but faster, smarter, and at scale.Guest: Steve Kaufer, co-founder of TripAdvisorChapters:(00:00) Trailer(00:45) Introduction(01:32) Early days of Tripadvisor(08:14) Catching the startup bug(18:42) Luck and timing(26:54) $200M: a combo of money and risk(37:37) I love creating stuff(40:45) Hardest part of being a public CEO(46:21) Never let a good crisis go to waste(51:54) An average traveler(55:49) Social proof vs artificial intelligence(1:02:59) Back in the saddle(1:09:54) Not for the faint of heart(1:12:16) What “grit” means to Steve(1:12:31) OutroMentioned in this episode: Google, Expedia Group, Barry Diller, Interactive Corporation (IAC), Uber, Dara Khosrowshahi, OpenAI ChatGPT, IMDb, CJ Affiliate (Commission Junction), Amazon, Google Chrome, Give Freely, Honey, Rakuten, Macy's, American Cancer Society, Google GeminiLinks:Connect with SteveXLinkedInConnect with JoubinXLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.comLearn more about Kleiner Perkins
Columbia University settles for over $220 million after violating Jewish civil rights during anti-Israel protests. Trump calls it a historic win, with implications for other elite universities. The panel reacts to DEI rollbacks, campus safety, and rising antisemitism in higher education.
Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month Shopify trial and start selling today at shopify.com/tyt The DOJ launches a new "strike force" targeting former Obama officials over the 2016 election. Meghan McCain wants Kaitlan Collins punished for… asking questions. Meanwhile, Columbia University agrees to pay $200M in a Trump-era settlement. Josh Shapiro joins the Democratic pile-on of Zohran Mamdani, accusing him of failing to denounce antisemitic rhetoric Hosts: Jordan Uhl & Cenk Uygur SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE ☞ https://www.youtube.com/@TheYoungTurks FOLLOW US ON: FACEBOOK ☞ https://www.facebook.com/theyoungturks TWITTER ☞ https://twitter.com/TheYoungTurks INSTAGRAM ☞ https://www.instagram.com/theyoungturks TIKTOK ☞ https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungturks