This episode breaks down the real psychology behind winning and how everyday entrepreneurs can shift their mindset, discipline their actions, and rise into the small percentage of people who consistently achieve meaningful success.

In this conversation, David Hill sits down with Larry Rydell, founder of the Big Hitters Podcast and a leader who built an organization of 500 offices and 15,000 agents while managing billions in assets. Larry shares clear and direct lessons on what separates consistent winners from those who struggle to stay on track.

He explains why intent drives every result, why discipline is non-negotiable, and how many people fall short simply by underestimating the work required to reach their goals. Larry draws parallels between competition, business, and personal development, emphasizing that winning feeds confidence, momentum, and long-term stability.

He also outlines how to eliminate excuses, take responsibility for outcomes, and avoid becoming your own biggest obstacle. From adopting a strong mindset to following through on action, Larry gives straightforward guidance for anyone looking to grow, improve, and win more consistently.

This episode brings practical insights for entrepreneurs, creators, independent professionals, and anyone aiming for long-term achievement.

Key Takeaways (SEO-friendly bullets)

• How intent shapes results in business and life • The importance of discipline and self-management • Why most people underestimate the effort required to win • How to eliminate excuses and take ownership of outcomes • The difference between winning once and winning repeatedly • Why surrounding yourself with winners accelerates growth • The value of learning from losses without letting them define you

Guest Bio

Larry Weidel is the host of the Big Hitters Podcast and leader of the Big Hitters Community. He built a national financial services organization with 500 offices and more than 15,000 agents, overseeing $6.5 billion in assets. Larry focuses on helping people think bigger, aim higher, and build the mindset and work habits required to win consistently in business and life.

Connect with Larry Weidel

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larryweidel/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larryweidel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/larry.weidel TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bighitterscommunity

Connect with David Hill: Website: https://www.davidhill.ai Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidHillcoach TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davidihill Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidihill X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/davidihill

Listen on Apple & Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-persistent-entrepreneur/id1081069895