Driven: Unscripted Success

Driven: Unscripted Success

By Michael Mannino Sr. & Nareman HamdanBusiness
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Driven: Unscripted Success episodes

  • Beyond Retirement: The Pursuit of Eudaimonia with Shawn Glogowski of Note Advisors

    In our latest episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, I interviewed Shawn Glogowski of Note Advisors — an independent wealth advisor with over 20 years of experience serving business owners nationwide.

    We discussed:

    • Independent vs brokerage advisory models
    • • Behavioral finance and investor psychology
      • Roth conversions and proactive tax strategy
      • Real estate offsets and long-term planning
      • Why retirement should be purpose-driven

      Financial success isn’t purely mathematical — it’s behavioral and strategic.

      If you’re building wealth or thinking generationally, this episode delivers practical insight.

       

      #Leadership #WealthManagement #RetirementStrategy #Entrepreneurship #LongTermThinking

      48 min
    • From Media to Money: How Russell Gray Is Shaping the Next Generation of Capitalists

      In this episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, Nareman Hamdan sits down with Russell Gray—a financial educator, investor, and media entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience.

      After losing everything during the 2008 Financial Crisis, Russell rebuilt with a new strategy focused on resilience, real assets, and Main Street opportunities.

      In this episode, you’ll learn:

      • Why Main Street investing is on the rise
      • How to manage risk and build resilient portfolios
      • The importance of thinking before acting
      • Leadership strategies for scaling impact
      • Why curiosity is a superpower in business
      • The future of media, content, and capital raising
      • Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or looking to grow your financial knowledge—this episode is packed with actionable insights.

        42 min
      • Chiseled Success: Moving from Apathy to Impact with Warren Mainard

        In this episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, Michael Mannino interviews Warren Mainard, Executive Director of Impact Players. Warren shares his 30-year journey of ministry and leadership, discussing how men can overcome isolation and become the "thermostats" of their homes.

        In this episode, you’ll learn:

        • The Chiseled Concept: How to view trials as a sculptor’s tool rather than just "bad luck."
        • Winning at Home: Practical steps to ensure your family isn't getting "dragged" behind your career success.
        • The Eulogy Exercise: A powerful mental framework to help you discover your "One Thing."
        • Impact Players: How Warren is scaling a men’s ministry nationwide using a "Band of Brothers" model.
        • About Warren Mainard: Warren is a leader, speaker, and the Executive Director of Impact Players. His mission is to inspire and equip men to be great husbands, fathers, and leaders through community and spiritual growth.

          Subscribe for more stories of unscripted success! 

          #WarrenMainard #ImpactPlayers #Chiseled #MensLeadership #DrivenPodcast #Success

          30 min
        • Navigating Global Customs: Strategy, Compliance, and Opportunity

          In this episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, Nareman Hamdan sits down with Sergio Fernandez, a global trade and customs expert with over 15 years of experience managing compliance, risk, and cross-border operations across more than 30 countries.

          Currently working on logistics for the FIFA World Cup 2026, Sergio shares insights into the complexities of global trade—and the mindset required to succeed in high-pressure international environments.

          In this episode, you’ll learn:

          • How global customs and compliance really work
          • • The importance of clarity in career growth
            • Why taking risks accelerates success
            • Leadership strategies for managing international teams
            • How resilience plays a key role in long-term success

            Whether you're in business, logistics, or looking to grow your career, this episode delivers valuable real-world insights.

            28 min
          • Building a Global Real Estate Portfolio — From Airbnbs to European Hotels

            In this episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, Nareman Hamdan sits down with Mike Stohler, a seasoned real estate investor with over 20 years of experience and a portfolio of more than 1,500 units.

            From multifamily to hotels and now international investments, Mike shares how he identifies opportunities across markets—and why he’s currently focused on Europe.

            You’ll learn:

            • Why he transitioned from multifamily to hospitality
            • • The opportunity in boutique hotels and European assets
              • How diversification strengthens your investment strategy
              • Insights into alternative investments like oil, gas, and timberland
              • The importance of discipline, systems, and long-term thinking

              Whether you’re an active investor or looking for passive opportunities, this episode offers valuable insights into building a diversified, global portfolio.

              33 min
            • From Deals to Data: Jack Hoss on AI’s Role in Real Estate

              In this episode of the Driven: Unscripted Success Podcast, we sit down with Jack Hoss, founder of Real Deal Crew, to explore how AI is transforming real estate operations.

              Jack shares how most investors and agents don’t have a lead problem—they have a systems problem—and how AI can help automate follow-ups, improve deal flow, and free up time to focus on closing.

              We also dive into the rise of AI agents, the importance of consistency, and what the future of real estate looks like in a data-driven world.

              In this episode, we cover:

              • How AI is streamlining real estate operations
              • Why systems matter more than hustle
              • The power of automation in deal flow
              • What’s next for AI in business

               

              #RealEstate #AI #Automation #DealFlow #Entrepreneurship #DrivenPodcast 🚀

              30 min
            • Beyond Retirement: The Pursuit of Eudaimonia with Shawn Glogowski of Note Advisors

              In this episode, we sit down with Shawn Glogowski of Note Advisors, an independent wealth management firm serving business owners and professionals nationwide.

              With over 20 years of experience, Shawn shares insights on:

              • Independent advisory models
              • Behavioral finance 
              • Real estate tax advantages
              • Retirement planning with purpose
              • The concept of Eudemonia — human flourishing
              • This episode blends technical strategy with life philosophy — because wealth without purpose isn’t real freedom.

                If you’re building wealth, planning retirement, or thinking generationally, this conversation is packed with value. Subscribe for more conversations on business, investing, and personal growth.

                 

                #WealthManagement #RetirementPlanning #FinancialFreedom #PassiveIncome #DrivenUnscriptedSuccess #EntrepreneurMindset #TaxPlanning

                48 min
              • Modern Drone Detection & Airspace Security Explained with Logan Harris

                In this episode, we sit down with Logan Harris from Spotter Global to explore the rapidly evolving world of drone detection and airspace security.

                Drones over 250 grams are now required by the FAA to broadcast Remote ID — essentially a “license plate” for drones. But what does that mean for pilots, property owners, and security professionals?

                We discuss:

                • How Remote ID works

                • How drone operators can be identified
                • FAA fines and enforcement
                • Drone jamming technology
                • Fiber-optic drones that can’t be electronically jammed
                • Protecting critical infrastructure and public events

                This episode dives into the intersection of technology, regulation, and national security — and what it means for the future.

                Connect with Logan Harris:

                🌐 https://spotterglobal.com

                Subscribe for more interviews with leaders and innovators.

                36 min
              • Bookkeeping vs Tax Prep: What Actually Saves You Money? (with CPA Kate Zolock)

                In this episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, Michael Mannino sits down with Kate Zolock, founder of Dnipro Biz Accounting, LLC, to break down real-world tax strategy for business owners and real estate investors.

                Kate explains why bookkeeping is more important than tax preparation and how the right financial foundation creates powerful tax opportunities.

                In this episode, we cover:

                • LLC vs. S Corp vs. C Corp explained

                • Why bookkeeping drives tax savings
                • Real estate depreciation strategies
                • Bonus depreciation
                • IRS letters and compliance
                • The role of discipline in business success

                If you’re an entrepreneur or investor looking to improve your tax efficiency, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

                Subscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts.

                #TaxStrategy #CPA #RealEstateInvesting #Entrepreneurship #DrivenPodcast

                30 min
              • The Smartest Safe on the Market: How Oscar Hedaya Reinvented Security

                Today, we talk with Oscar Hedaya, serial entrepreneur and founder of SafeSpace, the most advanced smart safe on the market. From a family burglary to breakthrough innovation, Oscar shares the story of how necessity became the mother of invention.

                In this episode, you’ll learn:

                • How Oscar came up with the idea for SafeSpace
                • The importance of first-to-market and product quality
                • Challenges of merging hardware and software in a startup
                • Manufacturing and outsourcing insights
                • Upcoming products and the “Space Mirage” safe

                Connect with Oscar Hedaya:


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                31 min

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