In this solo episode of Closing Market Weekly, Phillip Hogan shares the deeper inspirations behind his first book, Relentless Excellence, and the people and experiences that shaped the values he lives and leads by today. From his parents and extended family to mentors and early supporters, Phillip reflects on how excellence is formed through relationships, guidance, and service over time.

Phillip opens by honoring his parents and encourages listeners to cherish time with their own families, recognizing how deeply parents influence who we become. He explains how multiple generations in his family contributed to the values explored in his book, and how watching sacrifice, commitment, and unity firsthand created a foundation that stayed with him throughout his life and career.

The episode also highlights the role of mentorship, including the leaders who helped shape Phillip’s first business and the individuals who believed in his ideas before they became reality. He shares how support, trust, and accountability can change the trajectory of a person’s life and business when given at the right moment.

Phillip goes on to discuss another major influence: his service in the United States Navy, where he developed a lifelong commitment to serving others. That mindset, he explains, guided his decision to build service-based companies and shaped how he defines leadership, purpose, and success.

This episode offers a personal look at how excellence is built through family, mentorship, service, and intention. Tune in now to learn how values are passed down, how support systems shape opportunity, and why living a life of service remains at the core of long-term leadership.

Highlights of the episode:

00:25 – Why this book was written

01:00 – Honoring parents and family influence

01:55 – Generational values and inspiration

02:25 – Introducing his first mentor

03:05 – Support behind his first business

04:35 – The impact of unexpected opportunities

05:10 – Service in the U.S. Navy

05:45 – Why service became a lifelong value

06:30 – Building service-based companies

07:05 – Defining success through helping others

07:50 – Who the book is for

08:45 – Parents shaping career decisions

09:20 – Where to learn more about the book

10:00 – Final reflections

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