He’s built a $5B real estate empire, raised $1.6B from investors, and turned the 10X mindset into a global movement. But behind the jets, books, and stages, Grant Cardone is as real as it gets. He shares the wins, the mistakes, the addictions, and the lessons that built his legacy.

In this powerhouse conversation with Kelly Siegel, Grant dives deep into Bitcoin, real estate, money, marriage, fatherhood, AI, and the discipline it takes to create a life worth living. From hitting rock bottom with drugs to creating world-changing wealth vehicles, Grant lays it all out with honesty and fire.

This is more than business. It's a masterclass in mindset, money, and massive action.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

💡 Why Bitcoin + real estate is the investment combo of the future.

💡 The truth about home ownership (and why it’s not an investment).

💡 Why investing in yourself first is the only real shortcut.

💡 How to pick the right partner and why it’s the ultimate cheat code.

💡 Raising $1.6B without banks or Wall Street.

💡 The role of AI in business & why it kills all excuses.

Main Points:

00:00 Intro

02:49 Grant's Bitcoin Journey Begins

08:38 Bitcoin Vs Stock Market

11:04 Where To Invest Your Money

13:15 Home Ownership Debate

18:28 The Boca Raton Deal

20:54 Which Deal Is Worth It

22:33 Raising $1.6 Billion

23:26 Your First 10x Begins With You

25:41 Hitting Rock Bottom and Overcoming Addiction

28:03 The Challenges of Scaling Marriage and Business

31:04 The Importance of Choosing the Right Partner

32:45 Teaching Kids About Money & Love

34:05 Navigating Doubt and New Ventures

35:32 Non-negotiables

37:31 The Role of AI in Business

40:12 Lightning Round

44:35 Grant Cardone's Investment Opportunities

46:06 Upcoming Cruise For Cardone Foundation

💬 What hit you hardest from Grant’s story—Bitcoin, real estate, or his battle with addiction? Drop your answer in the comments 👇

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Connect With Me:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelly.siegel.71/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-siegel-0146a3/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kellysiegel71

Connect with Grant:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grantcardone/

Website: https://cardonecapital.com/

Subscribe To The Podcast Here:

Apple:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/harder-than-life/id1725989697

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/show/29NOnhItmCLkZ9sLswABKS?si=d81915ddabc0420a

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncVFeA5P2LrAovuofQQcDg

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