Feeling stuck in a soul-sucking job? Learn how these entrepreneurs escaped burnout and built bold lives through real estate. Discover how identity, faith, and strategy can turn fear into freedom—and one decision into lasting transformation.

What You’ll Learn 

Confidence Starts with Identity — Breakthrough begins when you face fear and embrace your worth. From investing to entrepreneurship, identity-driven confidence is the key to lasting success.

The Power of Strategic Partnerships — Aligned partnerships create massive leverage. Learn how trust, skills, and vision multiply growth when you stop doing it all alone.

Life Design Is Ongoing — Success isn’t static. Explore how to realign priorities, protect your peace, and build a life that reflects your values, not just your resume.

 Listen now and start designing the life you were made for.

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome 

01:06 Core Principles That Drive Action

03:15 What’s Really Holding You Back?

05:16 Navigating Analysis Paralysis

06:06 Systems That Help You Scale

07:48 Most Difficult Decisions

12:41 Entrepreneurial Balance 

15:46 Security and Family Office Insights

18:35 Real Estate Success Philosophy

19:18 From a Stable Job to Entrepreneurship

23:47 Evangelizing Yourself Daily

27:51 Negotiation and Strategic Thinking

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What if your biggest leadership failure isn’t at work, but at home? After a life-altering moment during a quiet walk on the beach, entrepreneur Whitney Sewell realized that hustle had a hidden cost: his marriage, his kids, and his peace. In this raw and personal episode, Whitney shares how selling the dream life helped him reclaim what mattered most: his home.

What You'll Learn:

Leadership Starts at Home — Why your family, not your business, is the true test of your legacy.

Presence Over Provision — Why your wife and kids need your time more than your income.

Boundaries That Build Connection — Simple but bold practices to protect time, deepen relationships, and lead with intention.

Tune in and learn how to lead where it matters most—starting with your own living room.

Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome & Episode Preview
00:40 Who Deserves Your Best Energy?
02:00 The Hidden Cost of the American Dream
03:55 The Moment That Changed Everything
06:49 Why Real Leadership Starts at Home
09:35 Questions Every Leader Should Ask
11:26 Practical Steps for Family Engagement
14:31 Whitney’s Tools for Building True Wealth

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Summary:

Fired for his beliefs, Andrew Crapuchettes didn’t fold—he doubled down. After getting ousted from his own $50M company, he turned cancel culture into a catalyst and launched RedBalloon—a bold job board connecting freedom-minded employers with values-driven talent. In this episode, he shares how conviction, merit-based hiring, and principled leadership are reshaping the workplace:  

What You’ll Learn:

Lead with Values, Win with Purpose — Discover how staying true to your beliefs can power real business growth.

Merit Over Mandates Works — Why hiring based on skill, not slogans, leads to stronger teams and culture.

From Canceled to Founder — How entrepreneurial grit turns adversity into innovation—and freedom.

Whether you’re navigating workplace pressure or rethinking your hiring strategy, this conversation offers a roadmap for building with courage, clarity, and conviction.

Timestamps:

00:00 Meet Andrew Crapuchettes
2:41 Early career and Silicon Valley 
7:40 Sell or scale?
11:11 Lessons from cancellation
13:12 Scaling through values
15:25 Red Ballon: merit over mandates
21:26 Tactics for transparent hiring
24:30 Ask the right questions, the right way
27:03 Success metrics: NPS and family impact
30:36 How Andrew gives back
31:24 Closing thoughts 
32:22 Contact information

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Tired of chasing leads and burning out on content? AI expert and multi-7-figure agency founder Billy Sticker reveals how entrepreneurs can grow faster and with less stress using practical AI tools. Discover how to automate lead gen, scale your authority, and free up your time using cutting-edge tech like chatbots, custom GPTs, and voice/video cloning platforms.

What You’ll Learn:

 24/7 Lead Generation with AI — How tools like ChatGPT and CloseBot qualify leads, book appointments, and follow up automatically.

 Next-Level Content Creation — Create weekly authority-building videos using tools like ElevenLabs and HeyGen.

 Outcome-First AI Strategy — Why the smartest entrepreneurs focus on business "buckets" and results, not shiny tools. 

Whether you're raising capital, building investor relationships, or scaling operations, this episode gives you the blueprint to work smarter, not harder, with AI.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introducing Billy Sticker
2:26 From pastor to marketer
3:31 Why AI is Facebook 2.0
6:30 Lead Gen and chatbot technologies
19:18 Must-have AI tools
21:19 Avoiding misinformation in legal use
23:27 Creating content without burning out
32:22 Automation tools and time-saving tips
36:25 Balancing AI with human touch  
37:55 Practical AI implementation tips
42:01 Best platforms to use daily
45:49 Metrics and KPIs
47:03 Personal insights and giving back
47:26 Closing thoughts and contact information

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Tired of renovation costs crushing your profits?

Discover how real estate investors are slashing multifamily renovation budgets by up to 40% — without sacrificing quality. In this episode, Whitney Sewell is joined by Nate Slade to reveal a powerful global sourcing strategy that bypasses traditional supply chains and transforms project returns.

Key Takeaways:

Cut Renovation Costs by 30–40% –  Learn how direct factory sourcing reduces reliance on costly middlemen and improves efficiency for multifamily projects.

Pivot Like a Pro – Nate’s journey from outdoor guide to global entrepreneur shows the power of adaptability, reinvention, and skill stacking.

Build Smarter with Partnerships – Discover why asking “Who, not how” can accelerate growth, mitigate risk, and unlock scalable solutions in real estate investing.

Don’t let outdated procurement drain your margins. Tune in now and learn how top investors are flipping the renovation script.

Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
1:31 Nate’s journey to success
5:50 Lessons from Joe Polish
7:54 Starting a business from scratch
13:17 Client types and sourcing strategies
15:55 Procurement for multifamily renovations
20:33 Real cost savings example
22:37 Handling client concerns & logistics
25:22 Mitigating international sourcing risks
30:40 Tips for passive investors
32:11 Tracking success metrics
32:51 Keys to Nate’s success
33:42 How Nate gives back
34:55 Closing remarks and contact information

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In this explosive episode, commercial real estate legends Bob Knakal and Rod Santomassimo reveal the counterintuitive strategies that transformed their careers — from cold-calling for years to making bold moves during market downturns. Learn how top brokers think differently and create systems that generate consistent success. 

Key Takeaways

Persistence pays off – Consistent and strategic follow-ups can lead to a $179 million deal.

Coaching multiplies success – Top performers invest in coaching, recognizing that an external perspective and structured guidance can unlock millions in potential earnings.

Long-term thinking wins – Prioritize strategic, patient decision-making over quick transactions, viewing each move as part of a broader career and wealth-building strategy.

Don't miss these game-changing insights that could redefine your approach to real estate!

Timestamps

0:00 Whitney introduces Rod and Bob

1:47 Long-term decision making

2:54 The elite broker mindset

3:49 Vetting brokers for High Net Worth families

8:26 Building effective relationships

10:22 Selling vs. listing buildings

12:01 Strategy to win over clients

13:30 Harry Macklowe and the $179 million sale 

16:57 The importance of systems to brokers

18:28 Leveraging AI

20:17 Overcoming market challenges

24:51 The secret to success

32:04 Personal success metrics

35:08 Main contributor to success

36:26 Final thoughts and contact info

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What if your definition of success is silently destroying what matters most? Join Whitney as he reveals how chasing professional milestones nearly cost him his family, unpacks a biblical view of true wealth, and shares the courageous decision that transformed his life. 

Tune in to this brand-new series that will help you redefine success, prioritize what truly matters, and build a legacy beyond the bottom line.

Key Takeaways

✅ Burnout to Balance: Redefine your success beyond professional achievements.

✅ Wealth Reimagined: Uncovering new interpretations to spiritual, relational, and emotional riches!

✅ Breaking the Hustle Cycle: Build a meaningful legacy that transcends milestones. Milestones

Timestamps

00:00 - 0:37 Introduction

0:38 - 1:18 Welcome to the new series: True Wealth

1:19 - 2:21 Burnout and its effects on Whitney’s life

2:22 - 3:52 The turning point: a beach walk conversation

3:53 - 4:15 Redefining wealth

4:16 - 4:29 Spiritual wealth

4:30 - 4:41 Relational wealth

4:42 - 5:00 Emotional wealth

5:01 - 7:19 The story of the Rich Young Ruler

7:20 - 7:56 Ask yourself this question

7:57 - 9:06 Invitation to the True Wealth Course

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When commercial real estate investments start to crumble, most investors panic. But expert Shlomo Chopp reveals the insider playbook for navigating distress: understanding lender psychology, communicating strategically, and turning potential disasters into opportunities. Learn how to read between the lines of your loan documents, approach lenders with confidence, and potentially save your investment before it's too late. 

Key Takeaways

✅Navigate distress with precision - Understand the early warning signs of real estate challenges and develop a data-driven approach to turning properties around before they collapse.

✅Master the lender's mindset - Unlock the psychology behind successful loan negotiations and position yourself as a solution-oriented investor who can salvage challenging investments.

✅Upgrade your investment strategy - Move beyond passive income myths and develop an active, intelligent approach to commercial real estate that minimizes risk and maximizes potential.

Tune in to get a hold of these game-changing insights!

Timestamps

00:00 - 2:02 Introducing the guest
2:02 - 4:11 What is Shlomo's superpower?
4:12 - 6:34 The real meaning of distress
6:35 - 11:47 How should you approach the lender
11:48 - 16:56 LP and GP risks that most investors miss
16:57 - 21:29 Navigating relationships with LPs, GPs, and lenders
21:30 - 29:27 Negotiating with lenders and decision makers
29:28 - 31:15 The key to presenting business plans
31:16 - 36:57 Why “Giving the keys back” is a myth
36:58 - 41:55 Shlomo’s advice to LPs, GPs, and passive investors
41:56 - 44:14 Shlomo’s secret to success
44:15 - 45:10 Closing remarks

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What separates the financially stuck from the truly free? In this powerful episode, Dr. John Demartini shares the exact mindset and strategies that took him from homelessness to teaching billionaires how to build meaningful, generational wealth.

Learn how self-awareness, discipline, and long-term vision can turn your finances—and your life—into a lasting legacy. Here are 3 game-changing lessons you’ll take away from this episode:

• Align your values with your vision — or stay trapped in survival mode
• Raise future wealth builders — instill accountability and character in your kids
• Don’t just build wealth. Build a legacy that lasts 100 years and beyond

Want to transform your financial future and create a legacy that outlasts you? This episode is your blueprint for success!

Timestamps:
00:38 Meet Dr. John Demartini
03:16 The Science Behind Values-Driven Wealth
08:18 Creating a Legacy Beyond Your Lifetime
14:03 What is Genuine Wealth?
15:42 How Values Shift Over Time
18:28 A Childhood Entrepreneurial Story
27:05 The 9 Questions That Changed His Life
38:11 Teaching Wealth to the Next Generation
45:24 Planning 100–1000 Years Ahead
51:39 Final Words

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Are you watching your real estate investments bleed value while feeling paralyzed about your next move?

In this game-changing episode, Joe Berko—a seasoned investor who's navigated five market cycles—shares insights on navigating complex market landscapes. From his immigrant roots in New York City to managing over 3.7 million square feet at Astor Realty Capital, Burko reveals how disciplined investing and intuitive listening can transform market challenges into opportunities. 

Join him and Whitney as they break down the current real estate market's nuances, discuss sector-specific risks, investment strategies, and the importance of character in partnership selection. 

Key Takeaways:
✅ It takes more than timing - real estate success requires strategy. Discover the deeper dynamics to position yourself accordingly. 
✅ Listening intelligence - your greatest investment tool. Your best friend won’t be a spreadsheet, but your ability to read people, situations, and unspoken opportunities.
✅ Disciplined decision-making - the difference between crashing and succeeding. True wealth creation comes from strict decision-making, not trends or succumbing to market panic.

Tune in now to change your outlook on the current opportunities in the market! 🎧

Timestamps
00:00 - 2:43 Introduction
2:44 - 8:55 Joe talks about his background and starting points
8:56 - 14:40 Listening as a superpower and why it changes everything 
14:41 - 18:36 How to perfect the art of listening
18:37 - 28:38 Joe’s outlook on the current real estate market
28:39 - 32:11 Moving away from places where political risk can’t be managed
32:12 - 34:51 What are the best sources to meet new investors
34:52 - 36:23 Habits that produce the best outcome
36:24 - 38:07 Joe speaks on how he likes to give back
38:08 Closing remarks

After interviewing thousands of entrepreneurs, one truth is clear: business success means little if it costs your marriage, family, or faith.
I'm now hosting the Courageous Men podcast for men who want to lead well at home and at work. 

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