The Kronos Group Podcast

This episode gets REAL about what it actually takes to build a business.
If you've ever wondered why entrepreneurship feels like you're constantly getting punched in the face… this conversation explains it better than any business book ever will.

Jerry breaks down:

• The hidden cost of "just getting started"

• Why regulations crush small business owners long before they get a shovel in the ground

• The real failure rate of e-commerce and why most people never make a dollar

• Why selling is easy — but selling profitably is the hard part

• Why entrepreneurs need peer-to-peer support more than ever

• What makes new founders soft (and how to fix it)

• The mindset changes you must make if you want to win in business

• Why your blind spots will destroy your business faster than your competitors will

• How mentorship and constructive pressure accelerate success

• And why "overnight success" is always 10–20 years in the making

This is one of the most unfiltered episodes we've ever recorded — packed with truth, experience, and a decade's worth of "don't make the same mistakes I did."

In this episode, we discuss the challenges and realities of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of momentum, hard work, and the often glamorized perception of being a business owner. We share personal experiences and insights on balancing work and family life, the necessity of perseverance, and the mindset required to succeed in the entrepreneurial journey.

A new era has begun. Previously, this podcast was called The Jerry Brazie podcast, but Jerry has taken on a new family-owned business and has began to rebuild from the ground floor.

This is Episode #274 of the new rebranded podcast called The Kronos Group Podcast — where we don't sugarcoat entrepreneurship.

Founders Matt Floyd, Jerry Brazie, and Steve Floyd break down what it really takes to build a business, why most people misunderstand success, and how health and mindset are your most underrated business assets.

From hitting rock bottom to building and selling companies worth hundreds of millions, this episode covers:

- Why modern entrepreneurs are getting bad advice online

- The difference between entrepreneurs and operators

- Health, discipline, and mental sharpness as business superpowers

- What Jerry would've done differently when starting out

- The #1 mistake business owners make when they find early success

Real stories from 30+ years of wins and failures, and why joining a peer-to-peer group like The Kronos Group can help you skip decades of mistakes.

If you're a business owner, operator, or builder looking for real conversations and practical advice, this is for you.

At 38 years old, I was diagnosed with obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy—a condition I didn't even know existed until it nearly killed me. On top of that, I developed AFib and AFlutter, which means my heart would spike to 140–240 beats per minute and just stay there for hours—or even days. I was hospitalized over 60 times, cardioverted multiple times (that's the "clear!" shock you see in movies), and lived in constant fear of the next episode. I had to lay down just walking up a flight of stairs. I couldn't breathe. I couldn't move. I was falling apart.

Fast forward to today: I've lost 100 pounds, built 30 pounds of muscle, and for three years, I kept those heart issues at bay—not with more meds, not with surgeries, but with discipline, a carnivore diet, and relentless exercise.

But I want to be clear—I didn't get here easy. I've had:

• A broken back since I was 19.

• A 25-year opioid addiction I had to crawl out of.

• Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy so bad that top cardiologists told me I'd likely end up in a chair.

• AFib that has landed me in the ER eight times in three weeks—just last month.

I've had two ablation surgeries, the latest just days before I recorded this. And yet, I'm walking 4 miles a day, lifting weights, sitting in the sauna, eating clean, and doing what they say people like me simply can't do.

Doctors told me I was an anomaly—"the sickest healthy person" they've ever seen. They also said that if more patients did what I've done, they'd have fewer patients. That's the real takeaway here.

This video isn't a brag. It's not about showing off. It's a blueprint—a warning shot to your excuses and a lifeline to your willpower. If I can do this with a broken body, a sick heart, and years of suffering, you can too.

Whether you're battling AFib, cardiomyopathy, obesity, addiction, or just the defeat that comes with living in a body that's not working like it should—this is for you. I'm sharing my story because I want you to know there's a path forward.

And if you need help? DM me. I give away my walk time every day. Four miles, an hour of my time, no charge. Just a conversation to help get you started.

Chapters & Topics Covered:

• Intro and update on my health

• What is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

• Living with AFib and AFlutter

• What my heart condition actually does to my body

• How I lost 100 lbs with the carnivore diet

• Walking, lifting, and building strength with a broken back

• My first failed ablation surgery

• 60+ ER visits and how I managed through them

• Cardioverting, meds like Diltiazem, and the risks involved

• My second ablation surgery – what's changed

• Life after ablation – what I'm feeling now

• Lessons from doctors and why I'm still standing

• Why discipline matters more than motivation

• If you're sick or overweight—where to start

• Why I believe you can take your health back

• Offering my time to anyone who wants help

In this podcast episode, I dive deep into my battle with AFib, a-flutter, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy—sharing my journey from debilitating hospital visits to reclaiming my health through diet, exercise, and mindset. From a 300+ pound man with a racing heart to someone unstoppable in the gym, I break down the changes that saved my life and how you can make them too. If you're struggling with similar challenges, I want you to know—there is hope. Opportunities are everywhere; you just have to go get them.

#AFibAwareness #HealthJourney #CarnivoreDiet #MindsetMatters #OvercomingChallenges #hcm

This year, I'm going all in—personally and professionally. In this episode, I share my journey of losing over 90 pounds, regaining muscle, and the hard lessons I learned about discipline. I outline my aggressive plan to reach peak health, my goals for building the Cronos Group, and why giving a keynote speech is part of my vision for 2025. If you're ready to push past setbacks and chase opportunities, tune in. Let's crush this year together.

Humadyn's Kevin McNulty on Coaching, Consulting, and Masterminds!

In this episode of the Jerry Brazie Podcast, I sit down with Kevin McNulty, CEO of Humadyn, for an insightful conversation about leadership, personal development, and the value of coaching. Kevin shares his unique journey from growing up in a military family to joining the Air Force, and eventually transitioning into coaching and consulting. We dive into the role of soft skills in effective leadership, the importance of emotional intelligence, and how mastermind groups can be transformative for business leaders. Kevin also discusses his approach to helping leaders reach their full potential and how personal development is crucial to both professional and personal success.

#LeadershipJourney #HumorDine #PersonalGrowth #EntrepreneurLife #SoftSkillsMatter

Alright, folks, tune in to this special birthday edition of the Jerry Brazie Podcast! I just turned 56, and I'm feeling better than ever. I'm going to dive deep into why I think the whole "getting old" thing is a load of crap.

I'll break down how I went from being 300 pounds and practically crippled to running half marathons and playing 25 hours of pool in a row. We'll talk about defying expectations, challenging limitations, and why your mindset is the key to staying young, no matter what your driver's license says.

Plus, I'll share some hard-earned wisdom from a life spent building businesses, raising a family, and overcoming more than my fair share of obstacles. If you're looking for a dose of motivation and a fresh perspective on aging, this episode is for you.

So, crank up the volume, and let's get after it!

As we head into 2025, I'm ready to crush my goals and take life to the next level. From health and fitness to growing The Kronos Group and stepping onto stages, this year is all about discipline, action, and chasing opportunities. I'm excited to share my journey with you—let's tackle these challenges together. Opportunities are everywhere; go get them.

The Story Behind Santa, Stockings, and Christmas Magic

Step back in time and uncover the story of how a snowy evening in 1822 and a single whimsical poem shaped Christmas as we know it today. From stockings by the fire to Santa's sleigh, Clement Clarke Moore's 'Twas the Night Before Christmas brought magic and imagination to a modest holiday, transforming it into the festive, family-centered celebration we love. I also share what Christmas meant to me as a poor kid growing up and how its magic continues to inspire my family traditions in Tennessee today.

#ChristmasMagic #TwasTheNightBeforeChristmas #FamilyTraditions #HolidayHistory #SmallTownChristmas