The Entrepreneur DNA

Today I welcome my long time friend Cody Sperber. Cody discusses his journey, highlighting his significant achievements, including an eight-figure business exit and his role as the host of the upcoming Clever Summit 2024. The conversation covers the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, the importance of being in the right rooms, and the value of building strong relationships. Cody emphasiz...

In this episode, Branden Dawson, a business scaling expert and partner with Grant Cardone, shares his journey of selling his last company for $150 million and offers insights on scaling small businesses. He emphasizes the importance of strategic planning, learning from failures, and the necessity of promoting, converting, and delivering effectively. Branden discusses critical growth stages, or "br...

Sean Whalen and I delve into entrepreneurship and life perspectives. We emphasize finding gratitude and purpose in daily life, regretting missed opportunities, and prioritizing personal fulfillment over traditional success metrics. Our discussion underscores the importance of self-awareness, taking risks, and being honest about one's desires. We advocate for personal responsibility, urging individ...

Today I interview Chris Naugle, a successful entrepreneur and financial expert, who introduces the concept of becoming your own bank. Chris explains how individuals can gain financial independence by utilizing specially designed whole life insurance policies to finance their purchases and investments, rather than relying on traditional banks. Sharing his personal success story, Chris details the b...

Today I sit down with Veena Jetti, a leading expert in multifamily real estate with over a billion dollars in transactions. We discuss the importance of networking through flying first class and joining high-end gyms, emphasizing how these environments can lead to valuable connections. Veena shares her journey from corporate real estate to multifamily investments, highlighting the power of mindset...

Today I sit down with Tony Javier, a 20-year veteran entrepreneur and real estate investor known as "Mr. TV." Tony shares his journey from college to successful business ownership, emphasizing the transformative power of TV marketing. He explains how television advertising has significantly boosted his business by creating credibility, influence, and authority. Tony also discusses the importance o...

In this episode of "The Entrepreneur DNA," I sit down with Edwin Carrion, a seasoned entrepreneur with over two decades in real estate and recent ventures in transportation and logistics. We discuss Edwin's approach to business, emphasizing the importance of leveraging one's unique strengths, the critical role of strategic partnerships, and the necessity of having a dedicated team. Edwin shares hi...

Eric Spofford and I discuss his transformative journey from a troubled past with severe heroin addiction and legal issues to becoming a successful entrepreneur with a nine-figure business exit. We delve into Eric's sobriety, which he credits as a foundation for his success, and how living authentically has impacted his personal and professional life. Eric also shares his upcoming involvement in th...

Get your copy of 'The Energy Bus': https://a.co/d/3z9i8pe --- Jon Gordon, a 16-time bestselling author, about his journey as a writer and the key themes in his books. We discuss the importance of belief, hard work, failure, perseverance, and growth in achieving success. Jon shares his personal experiences of going through the fire and adapting to challenges. We also delve into Jon's books, particu...

GET YOUR FREE SIGNED COPY OF DAVID'S BOOK- Email:  David@DMeltzer.com - David Meltzer, a renowned entrepreneur dedicated to making the world a happier place. We discuss the transformative power of community, emphasizing how interconnectedness and mutual support can drive success and fulfillment. David shares insights on the importance of asking for help, overcoming adversity, and finding joy in th...

Keith Gauzes shares his journey from a tumultuous youth facing potential incarceration to becoming a disciplined military serviceman in the Air Force and later a SWAT team member. His experiences laid the foundation for his transformation into a successful entrepreneur. Keith discusses starting a bounce house rental business that quickly grew into a multimillion-dollar enterprise and eventually le...

Today I am joined with Sophia Castro, where she shares her experiences and insights as a trailblazer in women's empowerment and entrepreneurship. Discussing the challenges of modern parenting and the pressures women face in seeking help, Sophia emphasizes the importance of building a robust support system for balancing family and business responsibilities. She recounts her journey from financial s...

My long-time friend Mikey Taylor, a former professional skateboarder turned multifaceted entrepreneur, shares his journey from the skate parks to the boardrooms of real estate investment. Taylor delves into the transformative lessons learned while transitioning from sports to starting his own craft brewery and eventually founding a private equity real estate firm. He emphasizes the importance of a...

Jason Payne is an entrepreneur renowned for his commitment to building strong business relationships and a robust consulting business. Despite not being actively involved in real estate, Jason invested $60,000 to join a high-profile mastermind, underlining his belief in the power of networking and personal development. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information a...

In this conversation, I ntervieww Chris Miles, the CEO of Money Ripples and the self-proclaimed anti-financial advisor. They discuss Chris's journey of retiring twice by the age of 39 and the flaws in the traditional financial advising industry. We emphasize the importance of financial education for entrepreneurs and the need to invest in assets that generate passive income. Chris challenges the n...

Today I sit down with Ryan Pineda as he shares his journey from professional athlete to becoming a leading real estate investor and influential entrepreneur. Broadcasting from his office, Ryan discusses his initial ventures in couch flipping, his transition to real estate, and how he scaled his businesses to achieve multimillion-dollar revenues. He emphasizes the critical role of social media in b...

Today we welcome Bill Walsh, a successful sales coach and business mentor who shares his remarkable journey of escalating a business from zero to one million dollars in just four months. Bill, who has a rich history of assisting over 1500 salespeople and business owners achieve similar financial success, discusses the core of his strategy which revolves around understanding and navigating customer...

Today we welcome my longtime friend and collaborator, Jamil Damji, a titan in the real estate investment space. Despite potential competitive dynamics, our relationship stands as a testament to the power of friendship, mutual respect, and shared success in the entrepreneurial journey. Jamil, a celebrated real estate investor, business owner, television personality, and best-selling author, shares...

Today I chat with Greg Herlean, a close friend and financial wizard, who sheds light on the potential of self-directed IRAs for entrepreneurs. Greg walks us through how these retirement accounts can be creatively utilized for investments far beyond the stock market, including in real estate, cryptocurrencies, and even unique assets like cutting horses, offering significant tax benefits and the pos...

In this energizing episode of the Entrepreneur DNA podcast, we're joined by the remarkable Charlie Johnson, Europe's leading fitness coach who has not only transformed his own life but has helped countless others do the same. Flying all the way to Miami, Charlie shares his journey from struggling with self-confidence to building the biggest online fitness business in Europe. Dive into an inspiring...

Dustin Gutkowski's journey from homelessness to angel investing sets the stage for us sharing our stories and insights. We cover everything from overcoming challenges to building successful businesses through meaningful connections. There's a strong emphasis on mindset, taking risks, and the importance of investing in people for leadership and business success. Social media's role in business, pro...

Follow Esteban Andrade on Instagram @estenick Listen to 'Daily Mind Medicine' on all listening platforms or go to  dailymindmedicine.tv Watch this episode on Youtube at  justincolby.tv   Esteban shares his inspiring journey as an immigrant entrepreneur in the US, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities encountered along the way. Drawing inspiration from Gary Vaynerchuk and leveraging his resi...

Follow Taylor on Instragram @taylorawelch Listen to 'Daily Mind Medicine' on all listening platforms or go to dailymindmedicine.tv Watch this episode on Youtube at justincolby.tv   In today's episode, Taylor Welch, a renowned figure in the consulting industry, shares his tumultuous journey from establishing a consulting business with annual revenues surpassing $30 million to facing a government la...

I’ve got Patrick Tromley on the podcast today! His story is all about ditching the 9-to-5 grind in the mortgage biz for something way more fulfilling – running his own show and making a real difference. Starting off feeling pretty stuck, Patrick dove deep into self-help, hitting the gym, and figuring out what really makes him tick. It wasn't just about making bank but finding that sweet spot where...

Meet Pace Morby, host of A&E’s most popular TV show ‘Triple Digit Flip’ and one of the most creative real estate investors on the planet! Using dozens of non-traditional strategies called Creative Finance, Pace has acquired 1,000’s of doors nationwide and built a portfolio totaling over $450 million in assets. Each week, Pace teaches tens of thousands of students in his online communities which is...