The More Smarter Show

Episode 51 of The More Smarter Show is a special solo episode with Jake and Dylan. They break down the podcast's first year, audience analytics, goal setting, investing, Bitcoin, real estate, house hacking, and the mindset shifts that have helped them grow their businesses. Plus, they share why writing down your goals might be the most important thing you do this year.

Topics covered:
• 1 year of The More Smarter Show
• Podcast growth and audience insights
• Bitcoin vs. retirement accounts
• Real estate investing and house hacking
• Building wealth in your 20s and 30s
• Goal setting frameworks that actually work
• The Six F's: Fitness, Family, Friends, Finances, Fun, and Future

Drop a comment with a question, hot take, or topic you'd like Jake and Dylan to discuss in a future solo episode.

For our 50th episode of The More Smarter Show, we’re joined by Dr. Rob Yonover — inventor, PhD scientist, entrepreneur, surfer, and former Shark Tank Season 8 Episode 22 guest.Dr. Rob shares the incredible story behind his life-saving invention, how an idea he had decades ago made it onto Shark Tank, what it was really like standing in front of Mark Cuban and Mr. Wonderful, and why turning down the wrong opportunities can sometimes be the best business move.From building a product used by the military and even SpaceX, to talking entrepreneurship, innovation, risk-taking, and why playing the long game matters - this episode is packed with insight and some wild stories.In this episode we talk about:- The real Shark Tank audition & filming experience- How his invention ended up being used by SpaceX- Entrepreneurship vs invention- Surfing, science & business- Why he believes smartphones are making us dumber- Advice for inventors, founders & entrepreneurs building something meaningful. Listen now on YouTube, Spotify & wherever you get your podcasts.#TheMoreSmarterShow #SharkTank #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #BusinessPodcast #inventor

For our 50th episode of The More Smarter Show, we’re joined by Dr. Rob Yonover — inventor, PhD scientist, entrepreneur, surfer, and former Shark Tank Season 8 guest.Dr. Rob shares the incredible story behind his life-saving invention, how an idea he had decades ago made it onto Shark Tank, what it was really like standing in front of Mark Cuban and Mr. Wonderful, and why turning down the wrong opportunities can sometimes be the best business move.From building a product used by the military and even SpaceX, to talking entrepreneurship, innovation, risk-taking, and why playing the long game matters — this episode is packed with insight and some wild stories.In this episode we talk about:- The real Shark Tank audition & filming experience- How his invention ended up being used by SpaceX- Entrepreneurship vs invention- Surfing, science & business- Why he believes smartphones are making us dumber- Advice for inventors, founders & entrepreneurs building something meaningful.🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify & wherever you get your podcasts.#TheMoreSmarterShow #SharkTank #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #BusinessPodcast #Inventor

In this episode of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Neil Rogers — founder of Rogers Marketing, author of Bar Tips: Everything I Needed to Know in Sales I Learned Behind the Bar, and creator of Positive Activity.Neil shares decades of wisdom from hospitality, sales, marketing, and entrepreneurship, including:• Why the “little things” still matter most in business• The power of handwritten notes and personal connection• How bartending shaped his entire sales philosophy• Why most modern outreach fails (“spray and pray” marketing)• The difference between persistence and tenacity• The Four Agreements that guide his mindset every day• How to stand out in a crowded market without being obnoxious• Why old-school marketing still beats most digital noise• The importance of listening, follow-up, and genuine curiosityThis conversation is packed with practical business advice, timeless sales principles, and mindset lessons that apply whether you’re an entrepreneur, salesperson, marketer, or just trying to become a better communicator.📚 Neil’s Book: Bar Tips: Everything I Needed to Know in Sales I Learned Behind the Bar🌐 Learn more about Neil: positiveactivity.net#podcast #sales #marketing #business #entrepreneurship #mindset #leadership #networking #smallbusiness #selfimprovement

In Episode 48 of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with North Jersey real estate agent and investor Alex Preziosi for a last-minute conversation that turned into one of the most practical episodes yet.

Alex shares her journey from corporate America to full-time real estate, how house hacking completely changed her financial trajectory, and why lowering your living expenses can create real freedom and flexibility in life.

The conversation dives into:

- The “house hacking mindset” and financial freedom

- Transitioning from a W-2 job into entrepreneurship

- Building a referral-based real estate business

- Using LinkedIn outreach to generate real estate leads

- Why some buyer leads are better than others

- Delegating with virtual assistants (VAs)

- Creating optionality through smart financial decisions

- Building community without becoming a “guru”

Whether you’re interested in real estate investing, personal finance, entrepreneurship, or just finding smarter ways to create freedom in your life, this episode is packed with relatable advice and real-world experience.

Follow Alex:

Instagram: @jerseygirlfinance

Instagram: @alex_preziosi_real_estate

LinkedIn: Alexandra Preziosi

The More Smarter ShowBusiness, mindset, real estate, and strategy conversations with Jake Handler & Dylan Onorevole.

#RealEstate #HouseHacking #PersonalFinance #Entrepreneurship #BiggerPockets #RealEstateAgent #FinancialFreedom #NewJerseyRealEstate #BusinessPodcast #TheMoreSmarterShow

How do you run multiple businesses without burning out or losing your mind?In Episode 47 of The More Smarter Show, we break down exactly how to use time blocking to stay productive, focused, and actually grow even while juggling multiple income streams.This week, Jake & Dylan sit down with New Jersey real estate investor and mortgage lender Derek Rooney to talk about what it really takes to balance a busy schedule, scale smarter, and focus on what actually makes you money.What We Covered:-Derek’s daily routine (gym → planning → execution)-How to time block effectively (without overcomplicating it)-Why prospecting is the #1 income-producing activity-Eliminating distractions (calls, texts, social media)-Building multiple income streams (mortgage + off-market deals)-The power of small daily habits compounding over time-Self-employed vs. business owner mindset-Delegating tasks to focus on growth

Welcome back to The More Smarter Show 🎙️ — the #1 podcast for business mindset and strategy.

In Episode 46, Jake and Dylan sit down with real estate investor Srriini Vyakaranam, who turned a simple goal—funding his son’s college—into a $10M real estate portfolio.If you’ve ever felt stuck after your first few deals… this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

-How Srriini scaled from 1 property to 30+ rentals & 30+ flips

-The truth about raising private money (friends & family capital)

-Why speed beats perfection in real estate investing

-How to build systems that let you manage multiple deals at once

-The real way to find off-market deals (beyond the hype)

-Creative strategies: wholesaling, novation, and equity partnerships

-How to transition from doing everything yourself → building a team

-Why mindset is the biggest factor in scaling your portfolio

💡 Key Takeaway:“You don’t need more time—you need better systems, better deals, and the right people around you.”

👤 About Srriini:

12+ years in real estate 30+ flips completed 30+ rental properties

Experience in residential, multifamily & commercial

Founder helping 9–5 professionals break into real estate investing

🌐 Learn more: reirise.com📈

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This one feels like a Rocky story.

David Nassief was fired at 63 after nearly two decades with the same company. No plan, no income, and staring at the reality that he and his wife could be broke within a couple of years.

Most people would slow down. He did the opposite.

He bet on himself, started over on straight commission, took rejection nonstop… and built his way back. By 69, he reached financial freedom with a 7-figure portfolio.

In this episode, we break down:

• The mindset shift that turned his lowest moment into a comeback
• How he rebuilt income from zero in his 60s
• His “Set it and Forget it” investing strategy
• The One-Page Wealth Compass and how it keeps everything simple
• Why most people make money but never actually build wealth
• How to think about investing vs. real estate at different stages of life

Free PDF: www.onepagewealthcompass.com/free
Book: https://www.amazon.com/One-Page-Wealth-Compass-Nearly-Millionaire-ebook/dp/B0G5JPX17R

In Episode 44 of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with founder of Credibility Nation, published author of hundreds of books, and TedX speaker , Dr. Mitchell Levy, to break down what actually makes someone credible in business and in life.

After interviewing 500 thought leaders, Dr. Levy shares the biggest lessons he’s learned about trust, clarity, and why most people completely miss the mark when trying to define what they do.

They get into:

• Why “trust, know, like” is backwards and what the real order is
• The simple 3-9 word framework to explain who you are
• Why 98% of people lack clarity (and don’t even realize it)
• How credibility directly impacts your ability to win in business
• The difference between selling people what they want vs what they need
• How to build a business around your life, not the other way around

The conversation also goes deep on real estate, referrals, and why trust is the most valuable currency in any industry.

Dr. Levy's new book: Executive Abundance: Changing the Rules of the Game for Lasting Success and Impact.

What if a 30-second voice note could tell you what’s actually going on inside your body?

In Episode 43 of The More Smarter Show, Jake and Dylan sit down with Alex Fredericks, founder of ToneWell, a company turning short voice clips into detailed wellness reports. No bloodwork, no wearables, no guesswork.

Alex breaks down how your voice reflects your nervous system, stress levels, and overall physiology in real time, and how that data can be turned into simple, actionable steps you can use immediately.

The conversation goes way beyond health. They get into:

• Why most people are overwhelmed by data but still lack answers
• The difference between input vs output when it comes to your body
• Building a business in an AI-driven world
• Why simplicity beats complexity in both wellness and entrepreneurship
• The real meaning of “knowing yourself” in a world full of noise

This is one of those episodes that challenges how you think about health, data, and even decision-making.

If you’ve ever felt like you have information but no clarity, this one will hit.