The More Smarter Show

Episode 69: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan dive into the realities of real estate investing, building long-term wealth, and why short-term financial stress can sometimes be part of the process. They discuss rental properties, creative financing, assumable loans, renovations, cash flow, appreciation, house hacking, and the challenges of investing in the current market. htt...

Episode 68: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Nick Dargel, founder of Scap Athletics, to hear the story behind the Scap Stick—a shoulder recovery tool he created as a college baseball player after struggling with shoulder pain. Nick shares how he turned a simple solution into a growing business, from going viral on social media to getting his product into colle...

Episode 67: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan discuss why you can't control other people's opinions—and why focusing on what you can control can make it easier to live and work on your own terms. They talk about social media, public perception, personal experiences, and the difference between being known online and actually being known by someone. In this episode, yo...

Episode 66: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Jay Abbasi to discuss resilience, leadership, networking, and navigating change. Jay also shares how his network led to being featured on the cover of Forbes Magazine and why building genuine relationships can create unexpected opportunities. In this episode, you'll learn: * How networking can lead to unexpected opp...

Episode 65 of The More Smarter Show with co-hosts Jake Handler and Dylan Onorevole features Darren Cregan, co-owner of Glenbrook Brewery in Morristown, NJ. Darren breaks down what it actually takes to build and run a brewery, including the six-year battle to get Glenbrook open, the massive upfront costs, finding the right location, hiring and managing staff, distribution, private-label beer, and t...

Episode 64: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan break down personal finance and share their step-by-step approach to building financial freedom. From increasing your income and living below your means to investing, real estate, and starting a business, they discuss how to build wealth while still creating a life you actually enjoy. In this episode, you'll learn: * The diff...

Episode 63: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Dallin Huso, a business consultant who helps business owners build systems, improve operations, and create scalable businesses. Dallin shares how he works with businesses across the U.S. and why strong systems and SOPs are essential for growth. In this episode, you'll learn: * Why systems and SOPs are critical f...

Episode 62: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Chris Watters of Watters International Realty and dive into the mindset behind making bold decisions, taking calculated risks, and fully committing to building a business. They discuss real estate, entrepreneurship, investing, and why taking action—even when the outcome isn't guaranteed—can create opportunities...

Episode 61: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Kirsten Graham of Six Figure Business Coaching to discuss the power of delegation, outsourcing, and building systems that allow business owners to focus on what they do best. Kirsten shares lessons from her experience helping entrepreneurs hire virtual assistants, improve their processes, and grow more efficiently....

Episode 60: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Tyler Benson a former professional baseball player to discuss the lessons learned from competing at the highest level, transitioning into business, and developing the mindset needed to succeed beyond sports. From discipline and resilience to taking calculated risks, this conversation is packed with valuable insights...

Episode 59: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan discuss the difference between being busy and truly productive, the challenges of staying consistent in business, and why taking action beats waiting for the "perfect" time. Dylan shares his new entrepreneurial venture, Honor Management, a property management business for small multifamily properties, while Jake offers...

Episode 58: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Mark Stehli to talk about his unconventional approach to real estate, why he bikes to property showings, and how thinking differently can help you stand out in a competitive market. From building authentic client relationships to embracing a healthier lifestyle, Mark shares the mindset behind his unique success. In...

Episode 57: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan discuss the excitement of entrepreneurship, the challenges that come with taking the first step, and the mindset needed to turn an idea into reality. They share personal experiences, practical advice, and the lessons they've learned while building businesses from the ground up. In this episode, you'll learn: * Why taking...

Episode 56: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Sam Silverman — "The Bagel Ambassador" and founder of Bagel Up and Bagelfest. Sam left a career at Ray Dalio's Bridgewater Associates to build a business around his true passion: bagels. From starting a bagel review Instagram with zero industry connections, to launching NYC's first-ever bagel festi...

Episode 55: In this episode of The More Smarter Show Jake and Dylan sit down with Adam Connors, founder of NetworkWise, to unpack what real networking looks like and why building genuine relationships beats chasing transactions every time. They discuss: * Why asking "What do you do?" can kill a conversation * How to build meaningful business relationships that last * The networking minds...

Episode 54: In this episode of The More Smarter Show Matt Diamante, founder of Hey Tony Digital Marketing Agency, joins Jake and Dylan to share how he accidentally built a thriving SEO agency and the hard lessons that came with scaling it. 🎙️ Topics Covered: * How Matt went from freelancing 14 hours a day (and ending up in the hospital) to leading a team of 20 * The first hire that changed everyth...

Episode 53: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan turn an unexpected guest no-show into a powerful conversation about accountability, resilience, and focusing on what you can actually control. They dive into business partnerships, leadership, real estate investing, sports psychology, personal growth, and why success often comes down to mastering your mindset rather than obsessin...

Episode 52: In this episode of The More Smarter Show , North Jersey entrepreneur Justin Donnarumma shares how he went from a corporate job making $42K a year to building a real estate portfolio, scaling a property management company to 300+ units, launching multiple businesses, and achieving financial freedom before 40. Justin breaks down house hacking, leveraging debt, entrepreneurship, business...

Episode 51 of The More Smarter Show is a special solo episode with Jake and Dylan. They break down the podcast's first year, audience analytics, goal setting, investing, Bitcoin, real estate, house hacking, and the mindset shifts that have helped them grow their businesses. Plus, they share why writing down your goals might be the most important thing you do this year. Topics covered: • 1 year...

For our 50th episode of The More Smarter Show, we’re joined by Dr. Rob Yonover — inventor, PhD scientist, entrepreneur, surfer, and former Shark Tank Season 8 Episode 22 guest. Dr. Rob shares the incredible story behind his life-saving invention, how an idea he had decades ago made it onto Shark Tank, what it was really like standing in front of Mark Cuban and Mr. Wonderful, and why turning down t...

In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Neil Rogers — founder of Rogers Marketing, author of Bar Tips: Everything I Needed to Know in Sales I Learned Behind the Bar, and creator of Positive Activity. Neil shares decades of wisdom from hospitality, sales, marketing, and entrepreneurship, including:• Why the “little things” still matter most in business• The power of h...

In Episode 48 of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with North Jersey real estate agent and investor Alex Preziosi for a last-minute conversation that turned into one of the most practical episodes yet. Alex shares her journey from corporate America to full-time real estate, how house hacking completely changed her financial trajectory, and why lowering your living expenses can create...

How do you run multiple businesses without burning out or losing your mind? In Episode 47 of The More Smarter Show, we break down exactly how to use time blocking to stay productive, focused, and actually grow even while juggling multiple income streams. This week, Jake & Dylan sit down with New Jersey real estate investor and mortgage lender Derek Rooney to talk about what it really takes to...

Welcome back to The More Smarter Show 🎙️ — the #1 podcast for business mindset and strategy. In Episode 46, Jake and Dylan sit down with real estate investor Srriini Vyakaranam, who turned a simple goal—funding his son’s college—into a $10M real estate portfolio. If you’ve ever felt stuck after your first few deals… this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: -How Srriini scaled fr...

This one feels like a Rocky story. David Nassief was fired at 63 after nearly two decades with the same company. No plan, no income, and staring at the reality that he and his wife could be broke within a couple of years. Most people would slow down. He did the opposite. He bet on himself, started over on straight commission, took rejection nonstop… and built his way back. By 69, he reached financ...