In this episode of Tom Talks Success, I sit down with Avi Hayev, CEO of Avi & Co., to talk about how he’s building a legacy, the mindset behind his success, and what it really takes to win in business and in life.

Avi shares his journey, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and the habits that helped him grow his brand in one of the most competitive industries. We get real about discipline, long-term thinking, leadership, and why mindset is everything if you want to create something that lasts.

If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or someone who wants more out of life, this episode is for you.

👇 In this episode, we cover:

• How Avi built Avi & Co.

• What “building a legacy” really means

• The mindset behind long-term success

• Daily habits of high performers

• Lessons from wins, losses, and growth

• Advice for young entrepreneurs

YouTube Chapters

00:00 - Intro: Who is Avi Hiaeve?

01:33 - Why money isn't the main motivation

03:05 - Immigrating at 14 & working since age 8

04:26 - Opening the first jewelry store at 16 years old

04:57 - Getting robbed at gunpoint & trusting God

07:44 - How to attract top celebrity clients (No shortcuts)

11:09 - "My word is my currency": Building an unbreakable reputation

13:25 - Stop comparing yourself: "I don't have competition"

17:26 - The Drake Story: How manifestation actually works

19:31 - Buying the $26M 5th Ave Building & Netflix fame

22:00 - The dark side of success: Losing everything in one day

26:22 - How Tom got Avi on the podcast (Persistence pays off)

31:00 - Why giving back is the biggest secret to growth

41:01 - Parenting: Raising humble kids with a wealthy mindset

43:51 - Best Life Advice: "Don't be right, be smart"

48:51 - Conclusion

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How to scale an ecom brand to millions — real steps from Aaron Spivak (Hush Blankets). We break down what to focus on, what to ignore, how to scale fast, and how to build a brand that can actually sell.

In this episode of Tom Talks Success, Aaron shares the real behind-the-scenes playbook: how he grew Hush Blankets from zero into a multi-million dollar e-commerce brand, what moves mattered most, the mistakes that almost cost him, and what it really takes to scale and exit.

If you’re building a Shopify brand, running ads, trying to grow revenue, or you’re stuck and need a real roadmap — this episode is for you.

✅ What you’ll learn:

• The first steps to scaling an ecom brand from scratch

• What actually drives growth (and what’s a waste of time)

• Hiring, systems, and how to stop doing everything yourself

• How to think about profitability while scaling

• The real truth about selling a company / exits

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Chapters:

00:00 - Intro: Who is Aaron Spivak?

00:51 - The "Why": Hustling to support his family

04:13 - How to compete with the best (Grit vs. Talent)

08:03 - Your Network is Your Net Worth: Why circles matter

13:29 - The $48 Million Exit Story

16:27 - The Dark Side of Selling Your Company ("Selling Your Dog")

21:15 - Post-Exit Depression & Finding Identity

24:24 - Sibling Rivalry & Family Survival Mode

29:46 - Origin Story: From juice bar to weighted blankets

34:40 - The Reality of Sacrifice: Shipping boxes at 3 AM

39:34 - What is The Founders Club?

42:16 - The "Cool Guy" in the Room: Redefining the Modern Entrepreneur

43:49 - What if you lost it all today?

45:07 - Conclusion

In this very special episode of Tom Talks Success, I sat down with the woman who made everything possible for me — my mom.

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From growing up with almost nothing to becoming a successful real estate investor and building a multi-million dollar life for our family, her journey is nothing short of inspiring.

We talked about her struggles as an immigrant, how she overcame insane challenges, what drove her, and the mindset that made her unstoppable.

This is not just a success story — this is real life. If you ever needed proof that anything is possible, this episode is it.

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment if her story moved you.

💬 Want to share your story or be a guest? DM me on Instagram @tomgrobman or email [email protected] — I reply to everyone.

Comment where I should go next or who I should interview.

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Chapters (Timestamps)

00:00 - Intro: Introducing Diana Grobman

01:24 - Moving from Ukraine to Israel with nothing

03:06 - Surviving boarding school and making lifelong friends

05:01 - Experience in the Israeli Army

06:48 - Where Diana gets her energy and happiness

07:56 - Getting married at 20 & the secret to 30 years together

11:46 - Parenting Philosophy: Why trust is better than punishment

14:39 - Being a friend to your kids (The "Safe Place" Strategy)

19:59 - Financial Education: Teaching kids to invest early

22:58 - Sacrificing for a career: Leaving her newborn to take exams

26:58 - The importance of grandparents and family unity

31:31 - Marriage advice: Travel and prioritizing the couple

33:53 - Leaving a safe banking career to be her own boss

35:06 - Winning the Green Card & moving to the USA

38:34 - The harsh reality of starting over in a new country

43:31 - The mindset for success: Never give up

46:42 - Reinventing yourself and finding happiness

49:25 - Conclusion

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Yash Daftary, a 25-year-old entrepreneur who’s building what could become a billion-dollar company. We dive deep into his mindset, how he’s building real fan bases, the challenges he’s facing in the space, and why most people never make it.

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or content creator, this episode will give you raw insight into what it really takes to build something great from the ground up.

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👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes with top entrepreneurs and creators.

🎙️ Want to be featured or sponsor the show? DM me on Instagram @tomgrobman or email [email protected].

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Chapters:

0:00 – Intro to Yash

1:15 – How His Company Started

4:30 – Biggest Challenge in His Industry

8:10 – Why Most People Fail

11:45 – Building Fan Bases from Scratch

16:00 – His Mindset at Just 25

20:45 – What’s Coming Next

25:00 – Final Words of Advice

In this episode of Tom Talks Success, I sat down with William Rivera, a 25-year-old e-commerce mogul who went from broke, no degree, and barely speaking English — to building a $40M+ empire online.

We broke down his entire journey: how he started, what challenges he faced, the mindset shifts that helped him win, and how YOU can take action today. This is one of the most motivating and real conversations I’ve ever had — and it’s packed with value for any young hustler or entrepreneur out there.

🎯 Whether you’re just starting out, thinking about dropping out, or looking for your next breakthrough — this episode will show you what’s actually possible with focus and consistency.

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Chapters:

00:00 – Intro: Who is William Rivera?

01:42 – From Broke to $40M

04:15 – Dropping Out of School & Early Hustles

07:50 – First Win in E-Commerce

11:30 – Building His Online Empire

14:20 – Struggles, Doubts & Failing Forward

18:00 – Mindset That Made Him Millions

22:10 – How He Uses Social Media to Grow

26:45 – Advice to Anyone Starting from Zero

30:20 – What’s Next for William Rivera?

33:00 – Final Words: Motivation for the Underdog

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Elena Asher came to the U.S. with just $78 and no English, and today she runs a multi-million dollar beauty brand — but in this episode, we dive into the real conversation:

Why most men struggle to date powerful, successful women.

We talk about modern dating, confidence, masculine energy, money, and the hidden truths that most people are too afraid to say out loud. Elena gets raw, unfiltered, and real — and this one’s going to hit different.

If you’ve ever wondered how success changes relationships, or what high-value women are really looking for — this is a must-watch.

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About Me:

I started this podcast to connect with real people and share powerful stories that inspire. I had no connections, no experience — just a vision and the drive to build something meaningful.

If you’ve got a story that deserves to be heard — whether you’re an entrepreneur, creator, or just someone with something real to say — I’d love to hear from you.

📩 Reach out:

DM me on Instagram @tomgrobman or email me directly at [email protected] — I’ll personally reply and see if we can get you on the show.

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👇 Drop a comment if you could handle a boss woman like Elena.

Jacob Levinrad dropped out of high school… and still made over $20M in sales before most people even finished college.

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In this episode, we talk about the real side of building something from scratch — no degree, no plan B, just full-on belief and execution. We go deep on his mindset, the early days, the struggles, and what he did differently to separate himself from everyone else.

If you’re trying to build something, grow a brand, or just figure out how to actually win in your 20s — this one’s for you.

👇 Drop a comment if this hits — and let me know who else you want to see on the podcast.

LIKE. SUBSCRIBE. And share it with someone who needs to hear this.

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🎥 Full vlog clips, behind the scenes, and IG reels on @TomGrobman

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00:00 – Intro

01:12 – Why Jacob dropped out of high school

03:40 – Early hustle and how it started

06:55 – His first major win in business

10:20 – What changed everything for him

14:30 – Struggles no one saw behind the success

18:45 – What mindset you *need* to actually scale

22:10 – Advice for anyone in their 20s trying to build

25:00 – How he thinks about money, pressure, and confidence

28:40 – What's next for Jacob

Title: Most people would’ve quit — she didn’t.

She went through hard times and still came out stronger. In this episode, Yuliya shares the real story behind her accident, how it messed with her mentally and physically, and what it actually took to rebuild everything — her body, her mindset, and her brand.

This isn’t one of those “bounce back overnight” type stories. It was hard. It was real. But she kept showing up.

If you’re in your 20s or 30s and you’re building something — a brand, a business, a better version of you — you need to hear this.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro

01:20 – Yuliya's background & early grind

04:45 – The accident that changed everything

08:10 – Mental health & disappearing from social media

11:15 – Rebuilding her confidence + routine

14:30 – How she got back into the wellness space

17:50 – Her mindset today vs. before

21:05 – Advice for anyone going through a hard season

23:00 – What’s next for Yuliya

👇 Drop a comment below if this hit you — and don’t forget to Like + Subscribe. Let’s grow.

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From getting doubted by investors to building one of the most iconic towers in Miami — meet Daniel Kodsi, the visionary developer behind Paramount Miami Worldcenter. In this powerful episode of the Tom Talks Success Show, Daniel opens up about his journey from being underestimated to becoming a leading figure in real estate development.

We talk about:

• How he stayed confident when no one believed in him

• The mindset it takes to win in real estate and entrepreneurship

• Lessons in perseverance, long-term vision, and proving the world wrong.

If you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or just someone hungry for growth — this episode is for you.

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⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

01:12 - Who is Daniel Kodsi?

03:45 - From early days to real estate mogul

06:20 - Getting doubted by investors

09:10 - Building the Paramount Tower

12:40 - What keeps Daniel motivated

16:15 - Why confidence is everything

19:50 - Real estate advice for young entrepreneurs

23:30 - Miami’s booming future

26:05 - Final thoughts and Daniel’s message to dreamers

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Meet Terry Patterson — an immigrant from South Africa who went from working as a restaurant general manager at just 17 years old to becoming a multi-millionaire developer and luxury home builder in the U.S.

In this powerful episode of Tom Talks Success, Terry shares the raw and unfiltered story of how he started with nothing, bought his first piece of land in South Africa, and turned that into a real estate development career. After moving to the U.S., Terry kept going — founding a high-end construction company that now develops luxury homes for elite clients.

We dive deep into his mindset, the risks he took, the sacrifices he made, and the lessons he learned along the way. If you're an aspiring entrepreneur, real estate investor, or just someone chasing something bigger — this episode is for you.

Timestamps :

00:00 – Intro

01:30 – Terry’s Background in South Africa

04:15 – Buying His First Piece of Land

09:50 – Moving to the U.S. & Scaling Up

15:20 – Creating His Luxury Construction Brand

20:00 – Lessons for Young Entrepreneurs