Relentless Growth Podcast

In a world obsessed with hacks, shortcuts, and shiny opportunities, the real secret to success might surprise you: getting boring.

In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Chase Calhoun (Apex Professional Construction) and Jack Maher dive into why mastering the basics — and repeating them consistently — is the true driver of long-term growth in business, fitness, marriage, and life.

From eating the same meals every day to running structured EOS meetings week after week, they break down how discipline, repetition, and process create massive results over time. While flashy strategies and big moves get attention, it’s the “boring” fundamentals — tracking calories, sticking to workout routines, following business processes, and showing up daily — that compound into real success.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why consistency beats talent in entrepreneurship

• How EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) creates predictable business growth

• The connection between discipline and freedom

• Why most entrepreneurs fail (and how to avoid it)

• How small, simple habits compound positively — or negatively — over time

• Practical advice for building momentum without burning out

Whether you're building a construction company, scaling a business, improving your fitness, or strengthening your marriage, this episode will challenge you to embrace the fundamentals and commit to long-term consistency.

Because in the end, success isn’t sexy — it’s repetitive.

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In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Chase Calhoun (Apex Professional Construction, Central Arkansas) and Jack Mayer (John Mayer Builders, Spring Hill, TN) break down exactly what to look for when buying infill lots for new construction rental properties and build-to-rent investments.

If you're a real estate investor, builder, or developer looking to build single-family or small multifamily rentals, this episode walks through the real-world due diligence steps that can make—or break—your deal.

Chase shares lessons learned from building infill new construction rental properties in Little Rock, including costly mistakes, zoning surprises, utility challenges, and how to properly underwrite a lot before you ever close on it.

• How to evaluate infill lots for build-to-rent projects

• Why clear title (and quiet title issues) can derail your investment

• Zoning research, duplex approvals, and setback requirements

• Utility availability: sewer, water, capacity issues & hidden infrastructure costs

• Why you must verify sewer depth (not just trust GIS maps)

• Street access problems and dead-end road surprises

• Hidden site costs: rock excavation, foundations left behind, septic tanks, cisterns & dump pits

• How lot slope, trees, and grading impact construction budgets

• Why you should always get city approvals in writing

• How to work backwards from rent projections to determine what a lot is actually worth

One of the biggest takeaways? Start with the end in mind. Before you buy a lot, know what you’re building, what it will rent for, what it will cost to construct—and then determine what you can realistically pay for the land.

Whether you're building your first rental property or scaling a build-to-rent portfolio, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you avoid expensive mistakes and make smarter investment decisions.

If you’re serious about real estate investing, new construction rentals, or developing infill properties, this is a must-listen episode.

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How do you decide which mastermind groups or real estate conferences are actually worth your time and money?

In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, hosts Jack Maher and Chase Calhoun (note: Chase is the speaker labeled as Ben Barker in this transcript) break down the real ROI behind joining high-level mastermind groups like GoBundance, attending real estate investing conferences, and intentionally getting in rooms that stretch your vision.

Chase shares how investing his real estate commissions into education and events early in his career completely shifted his trajectory—from local investing in Arkansas to thinking bigger through exposure to institutional-level operators and build-to-rent developers. Jack shares how proximity to high-level entrepreneurs and real estate investors changed his mindset, expanded his goals, and delivered long-term returns far beyond the ticket price.

Whether you're a beginner real estate investor considering your first conference, or a seasoned operator wondering if a mastermind group is worth it, this episode dives into:

• How to calculate the ROI of mastermind groups

• The long-term value of joining GoBundance

• How real estate conferences expand your thinking

• Why proximity to high-level operators accelerates growth

• The difference between beginner vs. advanced investing events

• How to leverage networking for real estate investing success

• Why who you’re around determines how fast you grow

• How to stack conferences with personal growth and lifestyle design

• Free and low-cost options like local REI meetups (REIN groups)

If you're serious about scaling your real estate business, building wealth, and surrounding yourself with growth-minded entrepreneurs, this episode will challenge you to think differently about where you spend your time and energy.

Because sometimes the biggest breakthrough isn’t a new strategy — it’s getting in the right room.

Listen now and take the next step in your relentless growth.

In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Chase Calhoun and Jack Maher dive deep into how artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming real estate, construction, housing, energy, and the future of work. From AI agents and automation to robotics, data centers, job disruption, UBI/UHI, and why quality housing and community will matter more than ever, this conversation explores what business owners, investors, and leaders must understand to stay ahead in an AI-driven world. If you want to future-proof your business and mindset, this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Jack Maher interviews Chase Calhoun of Apex Professional Construction about making the transition from a real estate side hustle to a full-time business. They discuss quitting your W2 job, building rental property income, the truth about passive income, scaling beyond solopreneur life, hiring your first employee, vertical integration, and building a team that can run the day-to-day. This episode is perfect for anyone considering going full-time in real estate investing, construction, property management, or entrepreneurship.

How do high-performing leaders actually manage their time when everything feels urgent?

In this tactical episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, hosts Jack Maher and Chase Calhoun break down the exact productivity systems they use to win the day—without burnout, overwhelm, or endless to-do lists.

Fresh off their annual leadership meetings, Jack and Chase dive deep into time blocking, daily non-negotiables, prioritization, and calendar discipline, sharing real-world strategies that work for business owners, construction leaders, and entrepreneurs alike.

You’ll learn:

• Why endless to-do lists are defeating—and what to do instead

• How to use daily non-negotiables to build habits and momentum

• The simple 3–5 task rule that helps you consistently “win the day”

• How time blocking and calendar discipline create clarity and focus

• Why assigning time (not just tasks) helps you finally tackle big projects

• How to structure your day for deep work, meetings, and recovery

• The hidden productivity boost of intentional downtime and mental clarity

From EOS leadership principles to practical tools like the Pomodoro Technique, this episode delivers actionable, field-tested advice you can apply immediately—whether you’re running a company, managing a team, or just trying to regain control of your schedule.

If you’re ready to stop reacting and start leading your day with intention, this episode is for you.

👉 Listen now, leave a review, and let us know what productivity systems are working for you.

In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, host Chase Calhoun sits down with co-host Jack Mayer to break down what’s really happening in today’s housing market—and what investors, builders, and buyers should be paying attention to next.

They dive into the recent decline in mortgage interest rates, the growing conversation around 50-year mortgages, and how government policy, consumer confidence, and institutional capital could shape the next housing cycle. Drawing from real-world experience in construction, build-to-rent, and real estate investing, Chase and Jack explain why affordability remains the biggest challenge—and how builders and buyers are adapting through smaller homes, location trade-offs, and creative financing.

The conversation also explores:

• Whether lower interest rates will actually unlock pent-up housing demand

• How appreciation, inflation, and long-term financing affect wealth-building

• Why location matters more than ever with extended mortgage terms

• The role of national home builders like DR Horton and Lennar as market indicators

• Opportunities for investors as refinancing creates a future surge of capital

• Why we may be nearing the end of a buyer’s market—and what to do now

Whether you’re a homebuyer waiting on the sidelines, a real estate investor looking for deals, or a builder trying to navigate uncertain market conditions, this episode offers practical insights to help you think long-term and act strategically.

🎧 Listen now to gain clarity on where the housing market may be headed—and how to position yourself for growth.

In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, hosts Jack Maher and Chase Calhoun dive deep into the real role social media plays in construction, real estate investing, and small business growth—even when there’s no immediate ROI.

Chase shares his journey from reluctantly posting content to building a powerful personal and company brand through consistent social media marketing. They discuss how marketing has shifted from traditional word-of-mouth to digital brand recognition, why most business owners misunderstand ROI, and how showing up consistently builds trust long before a deal ever happens.

This conversation covers:

• Why social media is today’s version of word-of-mouth marketing

• How construction and real estate businesses can win without selling online

• The mindset shift required to invest in marketing long-term

• Posting cadence, content volume, and why “low-production” content often performs better

• Measuring success through impressions, brand trust, and future opportunity

• Practical advice for business owners intimidated by social media

Whether you’re a builder, real estate investor, developer, or small business owner, this episode will challenge how you think about marketing and show you why starting now—even imperfectly—can compound into massive future growth.

If you’ve been hesitant to lean into social media, this episode may be the push you need.

In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Chase Calhoun (Apex Professional Construction + Chase Calhoun Real Estate) and Jack Maher (John Mayer Builders) break down one of the most powerful tools for business growth: KPIs and EOS Scorecards.

If you’ve ever felt like your business numbers are “out of control” or you’re reacting to problems too late, this episode is your roadmap to tracking the right metrics — and using leading indicators to stay proactive instead of reactive.

Chase shares how his team implemented KPIs during their first year running the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), including how they build scorecards at both the leadership level and the department level. Jack dives into how KPI systems evolve over time, why most businesses track too many lagging indicators, and how to create better metrics by working backward from last year’s problems.

They also explore how the concept of tracking “scorecards” applies beyond business — including personal goals, marriage check-ins, and team accountability.

✅ What KPIs really are (and why “what you track matters”)
✅ The difference between leading vs. lagging indicators
✅ How EOS Scorecards help teams stay aligned and accountable
✅ How to structure KPIs across departments (3–7 per department + leadership roll-up)
✅ Why marketing + leasing require better tracking (lead sources, follow-up speed, renewals)
✅ How to create KPI systems that prevent problems instead of reporting them after the fact
✅ How to apply KPI thinking to personal goals and performance habits

If you're a business owner, operator, or leader looking to scale in 2026 with better clarity and control, this episode will help you start tracking the metrics that drive growth — not just the ones that report it.

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Gratitude might sound “touchy-feely,” but for high performers, entrepreneurs, and business owners, it can be one of the most powerful tools for growth, clarity, and resilience.

In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Jack Maher (John Maher Builders) and Chase Calhoun (Apex Professional Construction + Chase Calhoun Real Estate) unpack why gratitude is more than a mindset—it’s a strategy.

They dive into how gratitude helps entrepreneurs:

• Stop the cycle of comparison

• Stay grounded while pursuing aggressive goals

• Avoid burnout and frustration

• Strengthen relationships at home and at work

• Shift from “I have to” → “I get to”

• Measure progress using “The Gap and the Gain” framework

Jack and Chase also connect gratitude to business operating systems like EOS, quarterly rocks, and scorecards—showing how gratitude helps teams stay encouraged even during tough markets.

You’ll also hear personal stories about parenting, marriage, and high-performance fitness (including Ironman training), and how gratitude can instantly reset your attitude when life gets stressful.

If you’re heading into the new year ready for a reset—this episode will help you reflect on how far you’ve come, refocus your mindset, and plan for what’s next.

✅ Gratitude as a growth tool for entrepreneurs
✅ Why journaling and reflection actually work
✅ The Gap and the Gain mindset explained
✅ EOS, rocks, scorecards, and measuring progress
✅ Comparison and the “thief of joy” trap
✅ Gratitude in marriage, parenting, and leadership
✅ A practical year-end gratitude exercise using photos

Before setting your goals for next year, take 10 minutes to look back through the year’s photos and write down 5 things you’re grateful for—then use that as your foundation for goal-setting.

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