Known as "The Wolf of Wall Street," Jordan Belfort's life-story has been turned into a major motion picture by Warner Brothers starring Leonardo DiCaprio and directed by Martin Scorsese.

In this episode, Jordan and Erik chat about...

- How Jordan found his buying and selling superpowers as a kid

- Going from a degree in biochemistry to selling fish and meat

- Making every mistake you can make as a young business owner

- How Jordan emerged from his prison experience to earn back all his money

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From hiking the Grand Tetons in heels to becoming a world-renowned fashion designer, businesswoman, and writer, Rachel Zoe has lived a life most dream of.

In this episode, Rachel and Erick chat about... 

- How her degree and relationships shaped her career 

- Moving between the fashion industry, music industry, and freelance 

- Why moving to Hollywood was pivotal for her career

- Where she is today and where you can find her in the future 

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Moving to America at 13 years old, having to learn English as a second language, and working almost every day in your parents’ store would be challenging for anybody.

But Toni Ko, founder of NYX Cosmetics and Bespoke Beauty Brands, used those experiences as opportunities to learn. She used the same flexibility and adaptability to turn a $250k check from her mom into $500m.

In this episode, Erik and Toni chat about… 

• The life lessons Toni learned from moving to the U.S. at 13
• How she started her cosmetology empire in her twenties
• Why it’s important to follow your passion and not overthink
• Advice for new entrepreneurs 

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When you get excited by something cool you’ve learned, you want to tell everyone right?

You don’t have to be a neuroscientist to know that, if you have knowledge that could help others — or simply give them joy — you have to share it.

That’s why this neuroscientist, Dr. Andrew Huberman, Professor of Neurobiology and Ophthalmology at Stanford University School of Medicine, has never stopped learning and never stopped teaching — both his students and the public.

In this episode of HawkeTalk, he and Erik chat about what a life spent pursuing a passion for knowledge looks like, including:

• The choices and scholastic path that led Dr. Huberman to neurobiology
• The joys of research and running your own lab
• How he found a calling for doing science in public (and why he disregards critics)
• Why the U.S. is at risk of losing its spot as the most effective lab systems in the world
• The intersection of the COVID-19 pandemic and his research

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When you’re as driven as Barry Turner — the founder of Lenny & Larry’s and former American Gladiator — it doesn’t matter where you came from. It only matters where you’re going.

In this episode of HawkeTalk, Barry chats with Erik about…

• His journey from North Carolina gym rat to American Gladiator
• How he and his partner came up with Lenny & Larry’s
• How L&L went from $11M to $94M in sales in two years
• Why he’s regretted selling his business… both times

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You know when you’ve built your entire life on one plan and then you sell it all for something that might not even work?

It’s kind of like trying to land a fighter jet on a boat in the dark. At least, that’s how it felt for former Topgun instructor and Tropic Ocean Airways CEO Rob Ceravolo.

In this episode of HawkeTalk, Erik catches up with Rob to discuss…

• What inspired Rob to become a pilot in the Navy
• Why Rob gave up his lifelong passion to start a business
• How Rob pivoted multiple times to make his dream a reality
• Finding the opportunity in tough times

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Her sister may have gone to law school to keep her out of jail, but former Real Housewife of New York Jill Zarin is only taking calculated risks these days.

Although she hadn’t always wanted to be an entrepreneur, Jill’s brands — including Jill & Ally masks — have proven that she’s got a knack for informed risk-taking.

In this episode, Erik and Jill discuss…

• Jill’s upbringing and the risks she took early on
• How she navigated the reality television scene
• Her transition out of reality TV into entrepreneurship

Resources mentioned: Appetite for Self-Destruction by Steve Knopper

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Lisa and Tom Bilyeu — like most married couples — thought separate career paths would be the best route.

Luckily, as their marriage became a stronger partnership, so did their work relationship. Mix in their passion for making other people’s lives better, and you get Impact Theory.

In this episode, Lisa and Tom talk to Erik about…

• Growing up in two very different upbringings
• How they both fell in love with filmmaking
• Why developing a growth mindset is crucial to a successful brand
• Tips for working well with a business partner

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His dream was to be the school crossing guard. He never received that honor, but it’s safe to say he’s doing well for himself.

Chris Burch, founder & CEO of Burch Creative Capital and co-founder of Tory Burch LLC, was never the brightest crayon in the box growing up. But there was one big thing he had a strong understanding of — people.

Now he’s a billionaire.

In this episode, Erik and Chris chat about…

• How Chris coped with anxiety and a learning disability in school
• How he founded his first multi-million dollar company out of college
• The keys to his wild success in business

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Growing up as a poor factory worker’s son, you’d never have guessed that Keith Ferrazzi would become the youngest Fortune 500 CMO in history.

But that’s exactly what he did. Well, with the help of some key relationships that is.

In this episode, Keith shares his origin story with Erik, as well as… 

• What he learned from growing up poor in the midst of his elitist peers
• Why being a closeted gay man drove him out of politics and into business
• How leaders today can ultimately change humanity through co-elevation 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Leading Without Authority & other books by Keith
• virtualteamswin.com
• goforwardtowork.com
• coelevation.com
• The Future is Faster Than You Think by Peter Diamandis & Steven Kotler 

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