Real Business Owners

Boyfriend, girlfriend, husband, wife, life-partner... whatever it is, a relationship done right can propel you to achieve more in this life than you ever could alone! BUT that can only happen when you put in the work, communicate, and also support your partner in their goals! In this episode, we discuss things we've done to improve our relationships, share personal stories, and talk about what you...

Developing a solid reputation for your business is a difficult process that requires time and vulnerability. Many of your efforts won't lead to anything, and those that do often won't show their value for years. You'll feel frustrated, you'll lose money, and you will get burned at least a couple times. BUT, the way you're perceived by potential customers and collaborators might be the single most...

Successful people don't become successful by accident, they get there by setting a specific standard for themselves and refusing to accept anything less! In this episode, we talk about the importance of having defined standards tailored to your vices, needs, and potential. Other topics include our thoughts on challenges like Andy Frisella's 75 Hard and Trevor's opinion on the show "Undercover Bill...

This year has provided EVERYONE with prime excuses to ignore our health, our finances, and our personal development. With the constant distractions, it's been all too easy to lose sight of the things that really matter.  In this episode, we share our thoughts on how to best turn this shit around. If you are ready to level up personally and professionally, go to joinrbo.com

Tomas Keenan is a great example of someone who looked at his life, decided he wasn't satisfied, and then ACTUALLY put in the WORK to force a change! In the short time we've known him, it's been incredible to watch Tomas level up his business, health, and social circle by making strategic power moves that connect with his goals. In this episode, we talk about how to level up your network of people,...

Of course we’re huge supporters of getting coaching/mentorship from someone two or three levels above you, but at the end of the day, it has to be YOU that makes the big decisions in your life. That’s why it’s super important to develop a personalized process that encourages logical and efficient decision-making! In this episode, we explain why decisiveness is such an essential business skill as w...

Tony Whatley is a man of many, many talents. Deemed the “Side Hustle Millionaire,” this entrepreneur, business coach, best-selling author, and speaker fell into entrepreneurship when a “just for fun” personal project began producing more than 10K/month. In this episode, we talk with Tony about how he built LS1Tech, a massive online automotive community, and how he later sold the company (his side...

We know it’s been a challenging year for a lot of you, and it’s only become more and more difficult to stay focused as the distractions and general noise of 2020 have increased. Because of this, we decided to get back to some fundamentals: goals, discipline, and the power of your FOCUS. Right now is a perfect time to create separation between you and “the average person,” but it requires that you...

Not only is it an essential business skill, learning to negotiate is an important LIFE skill! The truth is, it's easy to get taken when you don't understand the song and dance that goes with some of these deals, especially when you're still green! Overpaying/over-compromising is a classic mistake that you don't have to make so long as you do a little research and learn the basics early! In this ep...

It’s funny how we assume those we admire don’t have the same problems and insecurities we do. As if these people are born in a three-piece suit, immediately an expert in their field or craft. Because we don’t know others’ history like we know our own, it’s easy to feel like an imposter, even when there’s plenty of evidence that says otherwise! It happens to pretty much everybody, and honestly... i...

As you further commit to leveling up in life it will become more and more apparent which of your friends are holding you back. Cutting off those relationships is often difficult or awkward but ultimately an essential part of the process. You can’t force anyone to progress with you, and you’re doing both yourself and that individual a disservice by trying to make it work. In this episode, we illust...

Everybody’s been through some shit. Some worse than others, but, regardless of your history, there comes a time when you gotta decide if you’re gonna wallow in that shit or let it fuel you. In this episode, we talk about one of the biggest issues we see in today’s society, the victim mentality! Bottom line, it does you no good to dwell on your failure, heartbreak, pain, poor upbringing… whatever!...

Relationships, money, and business don’t come with instructions! That’s why it’s important as hell to get a coach, therapist, mentor… whatever you want to call it! Carrie Marshall is a certified life coach who works primarily with male entrepreneurs. In this episode, we talk with her about common flaws in the way entrepreneurs approach life that ultimately lead to unhappiness. Other topics include...

Before we get into it there’s one thing we want to make clear, you should only look into starting a second business AFTER your first venture is profitable. Don’t be a dumbass.  That said, we obviously believe in the power of owning multiple businesses (we co-own five companies with various partners). There’s something invigorating about startup mode, and having multiple irons in the fire can...

We believe fitness and entrepreneurship really should go hand in hand, and for Jacob Hutton they’re one and the same! Jake is a former athlete turned entrepreneur who has started several endeavors that all feed into each other in a really cool way. He understands his industry, his customers, and the power of a brand... and it’s paying off! In this episode, we talk with Jake about his experience wi...

DISCLAIMER - We are not financial advisors and can’t make any guarantees. All we’re doing is talking about how we approach money and things we’re doing to hopefully set ourselves up for longterm wealth! Here’s the short of today’s episode, live as far below your means as you reasonably can! Resist the temptation to buy all the shit you want, and you’ll ultimately end up much better off! In this ep...

Finding success in life and business will require a seemingly never-ending string of deeply uncomfortable experiences. Sometimes it’s physical, sometimes it’s mental, and sometimes it’s a financial discomfort, but reaching the next level will always come with growing pains. The good news is you can flip the equation! By forcing yourself into situations that you’re “maybe not ready for,” you can pr...

A major trap that many people (not just business owners) fall into is trying to avoid burnout. The truth is, you need to power through it if you want to eventually succeed in whatever you’re doing! Your initial passion will inevitably dwindle, but it’s in that moment that you can create degrees of separation between you and the competition!  If our experience in business has taught us anythin...

We’re back on our practical shit with a dose of sales and marketing 101!  Both of us come from a background of sales, and we believe every entrepreneur should at least understand the fundamentals! In this episode, we cover tips for closing deals, how to not come off like an asshole, and how to leverage pain points so that everyone ultimately benefits. Video of this podcast is available at You...

Sometimes you gotta hit rock bottom before you can bounce back and break through to the next level! The incidents that actually redirect our lives are often painful, overwhelming, or otherwise unpleasant, but it’s these moments that can motivate us to make drastic changes for the better! In this episode, we share stories of what we now recognize as life-altering experiences that were difficult at...

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! In this episode, we talk with attorney/entrepreneur James Park about things you should do when hiring a new employee to potentially save yourself a major headache (and possible expense) if things don't work out. Other topics include managing money as a family, creating entrepreneurial employees, and basic tips for dealing with attorneys. Jim has pra...

In this episode, we interview ferocious Buddha and super entrepreneur David Meltzer about maximizing productivity, managing ego, and the key to finding true happiness. Connect with David @DavidMeltzer on Instagram, by visiting his website DMeltzer.com , or by texting him at 949-298-2905. Video of this podcast is available at YouTube.com/RealBusinessOwners . Connect with us on Instagram and Faceboo...

Episode 46: The Value of Time Spent Alone - with Mitchell Rose In this episode, we talk with the “man in the van,” Mitchell Rose, about sacrificing for the sake of your future self, evaluating your prices as a tradesman (or woman), and the value of time spent away from all of life’s distractions. Mitch is relatively new to entrepreneurship, but he’s doing a lot of smart things (some on an extreme...

Being a great leader is the chief responsibility of a business owner. Every single employee is looking to you for both leadership, AND as a model for their own work ethic. It’s a chokepoint really, poor leadership will kill any business regardless of how much potential it otherwise had. So it’s a lot of pressure, and “becoming a strong leader” is such a broad goal it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Th...

We know many of you are going through a lot with the current state of things. Once again, we hope everyone is staying healthy and safe. It’s an uncertain period for sure, but this too shall pass whether it takes a couple months or a couple years. In the meantime, we remain committed to bringing you guys weekly podcasts covering a variety of topics applicable to entrepreneurs and those who want to...