The More Smarter Show

Episode 61: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Kirsten Graham of Six Figure Business Coaching to discuss the power of delegation, outsourcing, and building systems that allow business owners to focus on what they do best. Kirsten shares lessons from her experience helping entrepreneurs hire virtual assistants, improve their processes, and grow more efficiently.

In this episode, you'll learn:

* Why successful business owners need systems, processes, and people.

* How to delegate tasks without losing control of your business.

* What to look for when hiring the right virtual assistant.

* How better coaching and communication can improve your team.

* Why outsourcing can help you scale while giving you more freedom.

Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or growing your first team, this episode offers practical insights into building a business that doesn't depend entirely on you.

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Episode 60: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Tyler Benson a former professional baseball player to discuss the lessons learned from competing at the highest level, transitioning into business, and developing the mindset needed to succeed beyond sports. From discipline and resilience to taking calculated risks, this conversation is packed with valuable insights for entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners.

In this episode, you'll learn:

* How the mindset of a professional athlete translates into entrepreneurship.

* Why discipline and consistency are essential for long-term success.

* How overcoming setbacks builds resilience in business and life.

* The importance of taking calculated risks when pursuing new opportunities.

* Why surrounding yourself with the right people can accelerate your growth.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, athlete, or someone looking to level up personally and professionally, this episode offers practical lessons you can apply right away.

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Episode 59: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan discuss the difference between being busy and truly productive, the challenges of staying consistent in business, and why taking action beats waiting for the "perfect" time. Dylan shares his new entrepreneurial venture, Honor Management, a property management business for small multifamily properties, while Jake offers insights on building systems, pricing your services, and thinking like a business owner from day one.

In this episode, you'll learn:

* The difference between being busy and being truly productive.

* Why consistency and daily inputs matter more than short bursts of success.

* How to validate a new business idea without overthinking it.

* When to outsource and how buying back your time can help you grow.

* Why charging for your services builds more trust than offering them for free.

* The importance of making decisions based on your own goals—not everyone else's advice.

* Jake's journey to being featured on the BiggerPockets Rookie Podcast.

* Exciting updates on the future of The More Smarter Show, including more solo episodes and a live event planned for 2027.

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Episode 58: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Mark Stehli to talk about his unconventional approach to real estate, why he bikes to property showings, and how thinking differently can help you stand out in a competitive market. From building authentic client relationships to embracing a healthier lifestyle, Mark shares the mindset behind his unique success.

In this episode, you'll learn:

* Why Mark chooses to bike to his real estate showings

* How standing out can become your biggest competitive advantage

* The importance of authenticity in building client trust

* Lessons from balancing business, health, and lifestyle

* Why small, consistent habits can lead to long-term success

Whether you're in real estate, running a business, or simply looking for a fresh perspective on success, this episode is full of practical insights and inspiring stories.

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Episode 57: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan discuss the excitement of entrepreneurship, the challenges that come with taking the first step, and the mindset needed to turn an idea into reality. They share personal experiences, practical advice, and the lessons they've learned while building businesses from the ground up.

In this episode, you'll learn:

* Why taking action beats waiting for the "perfect" time

* Common fears that stop people from starting a business

* How to validate business ideas before investing heavily

* The importance of consistency and long-term thinking

* Real stories from entrepreneurs navigating the ups and downs of business ownership

Whether you're dreaming of launching your first business or looking for motivation to keep building, this episode is packed with valuable insights and encouragement.

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Episode 56: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Sam Silverman — "The Bagel Ambassador" and founder of Bagel Up and Bagelfest. Sam left a career at Ray Dalio's Bridgewater Associates to build a business around his true passion: bagels.

From starting a bagel review Instagram with zero industry connections, to launching NYC's first-ever bagel festival (which drew 350 strangers instead of the 100 friends he expected), Sam shares how he turned a niche obsession into a thriving company spanning festivals, hands-on classes, industry consulting, and content creation — now expanding to Los Angeles and drawing bagel shop owners from around the world.

We dig into:

* How he built credibility and community from scratch over 2 years of "giving without asking"

* Scaling Bagelfest from a backyard-style event to 2,000+ attendees at Citi Field

* Why he turned down owning a bagel shop to stay the industry's neutral "kingmaker"

* His delegation and goal-setting systems borrowed from his hedge fund days

* Plans for a permanent Bagel Museum in NYC ($20–30M vision)

* The wildest schmear flavors served at Bagelfest

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a food industry nerd, or just someone who loves a good bagel debate — this episode has something for you.

📍 Learn more: bagelup.com | bagelfest.com

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Episode 55: In this episode of The More Smarter Show Jake and Dylan sit down with Adam Connors, founder of NetworkWise, to unpack what real networking looks like and why building genuine relationships beats chasing transactions every time.

They discuss:

* Why asking "What do you do?" can kill a conversation

* How to build meaningful business relationships that last

* The networking mindset that creates opportunities naturally

* The story behind Adam's networking lunch with a 4,000+ person waitlist

* Why trust is the ultimate business advantage

* How generosity and authentic connections lead to long-term success

Whether you're an entrepreneur, real estate professional, or business owner looking to grow your network, this episode is packed with practical strategies you can start using immediately.

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Adam's website: https://networkwise.com/

Episode 54: In this episode of The More Smarter Show Matt Diamante, founder of Hey Tony Digital Marketing Agency, joins Jake and Dylan to share how he accidentally built a thriving SEO agency and the hard lessons that came with scaling it.

🎙️ Topics Covered:

* How Matt went from freelancing 14 hours a day (and ending up in the hospital) to leading a team of 20

* The first hire that changed everything and why letting go is harder than it looks

* How AI is doubling his team's output without adding headcount

* Why his leads come 100% from social media (and what that means for business value)

* The biz dev role that took sales off his plate and why it's both his biggest asset and bottleneck

* SEO basics: what backlinks, title tags, and meta descriptions actually do for your business

* Lessons from Matt's new book Get Found SEO explained in plain English with real client stories

* Why "becoming locally famous" makes every sale easier

📖 Get Matt's book: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Found-No-Fluff-Becoming-Customers/dp/1068826401

🌐 Find Matt: Google "Matt Diamante" or search "Hey Tony"

Episode 53: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan turn an unexpected guest no-show into a powerful conversation about accountability, resilience, and focusing on what you can actually control. They dive into business partnerships, leadership, real estate investing, sports psychology, personal growth, and why success often comes down to mastering your mindset rather than obsessing over outcomes.

If you've ever been frustrated by things outside your control, this episode will help you shift your perspective and focus on the actions that truly move the needle.

🎙️ Topics Covered:

Controlling the controllables

Handling setbacks and disappointment

Accountability in business and life

Trust, partnerships, and delegation

Growth mindset vs. results mindset

Lessons from sports, entrepreneurship, and real estate

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#TheMoreSmarterShow #BusinessMindset #Entrepreneurship #PersonalDevelopment #Leadership #SuccessMindset #Podcast #RealEstate #GrowthMindset #Accountability

Episode 52: In this episode of The More Smarter Show, North Jersey entrepreneur Justin Donnarumma shares how he went from a corporate job making $42K a year to building a real estate portfolio, scaling a property management company to 300+ units, launching multiple businesses, and achieving financial freedom before 40. Justin breaks down house hacking, leveraging debt, entrepreneurship, business systems, and why knowing when to stop chasing money may be the ultimate success.

🎙️ Topics Covered:

• House hacking and real estate investing

• Building multiple income streams

• Property management growth strategies

• Leveraging debt and raising capital

• Entrepreneurship mindset

• Financial freedom and lifestyle design

• Leadership, parenting, and giving back

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