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Why Your Old Identity Has to Die Before Your New Life Can Begin | Nathaniel Cilley
Aug 12, 2026 · 60 min
Book a free 15-minute consultation at manifesttherapy.com. Nathaniel Cilley is a licensed mental health counselor, psychedelic therapist, and manifestation coach based in New York City, and he's joining our School.kol.com community to help entrepreneurs work through fear and mental roadblocks. In this episode we cover: What Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) is and how it differs from CBT Why entrepreneurs get stuck in fear of failure and fear of judgment The lies we tell ourselves to avoi…
The Disease of Wimpy Goals — Why Your Business Isn't Growing | Brad Sugars
Aug 7, 2026 · 51 min
FREE RESOURCE FROM BRAD SUGARS DM Brad on Instagram @BradleySugars the word "PLAYBOOK" and he'll send you his free business playbook on how to succeed in business. --- In this episode, I sit down with Brad Sugars — the Founder and Chairman of ActionCOACH, the world's #1 business coaching firm with over 1,000 offices in 85 countries — to break down exactly what separates the entrepreneurs who scale from the ones who stay stuck. Brad calls out what he sees as the biggest epidemic in business right…
Scale or Fail: Why Most Founders Get Stuck in the Circus Phase | Allison Maslan
Jul 30, 2026 · 42 min
Get your free copy of Allison's book 'Scale or Fail' - https://pinnacleglobalnetwork.com/dna In this episode I sit down with Allison Maslan, founder and CEO of Pinnacle Global Network and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Scale or Fail, who has personally built ten companies and helped her team mentor over 150,000 founders. We talk about why the business owner is so often the thing standing in the way of their own growth, and Allison walks me through her five phases of scaling, from the…
The #1 Mistake Early-Stage Entrepreneurs Make | Michael Burcham
Jul 22, 2026 · 45 min
Are you ready to stop treating your startup like a side project and start building a scalable business? In this episode, Dr. Michael Burcham shares the hard-earned wisdom of a veteran who has transitioned from a physical therapist to a multi-million dollar private equity investor. We dive deep into the mindset shifts required to go from a day job to a full-time founder, the critical importance of customer discovery, and why most investors won't touch your project until you have skin in the game.…
Tackling Toxicity: From Bystander to Upstander | Mauricio Velasquez
Jul 17, 2026 · 42 min
Get Mauricio's book 'Tackling Toxicity' on Amazon here: https://a.co/d/08uHkZag In this episode I sit down with Mauricio Velasquez, a worldwide conflict resolution and emotional intelligence consultant who has trained in over seventy five countries, from Guantanamo Bay to the White House to professional sports organizations like the MLS. We get into why most people are conflict averse and what happens when you ignore toxic behavior instead of addressing it. Mauricio breaks down the difference be…
The Hustler Has to Die: How to Finally Become a Real CEO | Brett Gilliland
Jul 15, 2026 · 46 min
In this episode I sit down with Brett Gilliland, founder and CEO of Elite Entrepreneurs, who has spent the last fourteen years helping business owners make the leap from hustler to real CEO. We dig into why so many founders get stuck right before the ten million dollar mark, and why it almost always comes down to control. Brett walks me through the four systems his company teaches to build a business that doesn't depend on the founder for everything, what a CEO's real job becomes once a leadersh…
From Navy Discipline to $18M Entrepreneur in 3 Years | Eric Winegard
Jul 13, 2026 · 47 min
What does it really take to walk away from a seventeen-year corporate career and build an $18 million marketing agency in just three years? In this episode, Eric Winegard shares the mindset, discipline, and relentless commitment that helped him go from a troubled childhood and military structure to becoming the CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing. We dive into the realities of entrepreneurship, the difference between paid ads and organic content, and why most businesses fail before marketing even be…
This Attorney Protected $11 Billion — Here's What Every Entrepreneur Gets Wrong | Hillel Presser
Jul 10, 2026 · 51 min
Free consultation / website: www.assetprotectionattorneys.com — Hillel offers to send complimentary copies of his latest books to anyone who mentions The Entrepreneur DNA. In this episode, I sit down with Hillel Presser, a nationally recognized asset protection attorney who's helped protect over $11 billion in client assets and written six books on the subject. We get into why "it's not what you make, it's what you keep," and unpack the exact strategies the ultra-wealthy use to become "uncollect…
The Real Reason People Quit (It's Not the Money) | Ian Watts
Jul 7, 2026 · 44 min
I sat down with Ian Watts, a workforce transformation specialist who's spent two decades helping companies fix what most of them get wrong about their people. Ian's story starts on the east side of Detroit, growing up on welfare, and it's what drove him to chase becoming a millionaire by 30 — which he hit almost four years early, right before his first business completely collapsed in 2006. That season is where he found his real why: building businesses that bless the world by taking care of the…
Semi-Passive, Fully Profitable: Inside the World of Non-Food Franchising | Jon Ostensen
Jul 1, 2026 · 40 min
I sat down with Jon Ostenson, a two-time Inc. 5000 founder and the top 1% franchise consultant behind FranBridge Consulting, to break down everything most people get wrong about franchising. We talked about why "non-food franchising" is such an underrated path to business ownership, how to actually evaluate a franchise opportunity instead of just chasing passion, what it really costs and how long it really takes to get one off the ground, and why following the system matters more than being the…
Stop Building for Yourself: How to Build What the Market Wants | Michael Burcham
Jul 1, 2026 · 45 min
Are you ready to stop treating your startup like a side project and start building a scalable business? In this episode, Dr. Michael Burcham shares the hard-earned wisdom of a veteran who has transitioned from a physical therapist to a multi-million dollar private equity investor. We dive deep into the mindset shifts required to go from a day job to a full-time founder, the critical importance of customer discovery, and why most investors won't touch your project until you have skin in the game.…
The Disease of Wimpy Goals — Why Your Business Isn't Growing | Brad Sugars
Jun 22, 2026 · 51 min
FREE RESOURCE FROM BRAD SUGARS DM Brad on Instagram @BradleySugars the word "PLAYBOOK" and he'll send you his free business playbook on how to succeed in business. --- In this episode, I sit down with Brad Sugars — the Founder and Chairman of ActionCOACH, the world's #1 business coaching firm with over 1,000 offices in 85 countries — to break down exactly what separates the entrepreneurs who scale from the ones who stay stuck. Brad calls out what he sees as the biggest epidemic in business right…
From Navy Discipline to $18M Entrepreneur in 3 Years | Eric Winegard
Jun 17, 2026 · 47 min
What does it really take to walk away from a seventeen-year corporate career and build an $18 million marketing agency in just three years? In this episode, Eric Winegard shares the mindset, discipline, and relentless commitment that helped him go from a troubled childhood and military structure to becoming the CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing. We dive into the realities of entrepreneurship, the difference between paid ads and organic content, and why most businesses fail before marketing even be…
Why Effort Alone Won’t Scale Your Business — The Shift to Intentional Leadership | Sarah Gibbons
May 26, 2026 · 39 min
Exclusive listener discount: Use code ATTEND25 for 25% off your registration! Register here: sarahgibbons.com/shop/p/when-effort-stops-working Join Sarah for a 75-minute virtual live workshop on Wednesday, June 3rd at 12 PM PT. This is the second in a series of four workshops and is designed for leaders who sense that the problem isn’t motivation — it’s the system they’re operating from. You’ll learn to work with capacity, timing, and internal alignment instead of against yourself. In 75 minutes…
The Shadow Side of Entrepreneurship: Stress, Money Shame & Why You’re Already OK | Tim Grimes
May 22, 2026 · 43 min
Get your FREE copy of Tim's book 'Money, Your Friend' here: https://www.radicalcounselor.com/money-book In this episode, I sit down with Tim Grimes—radical counselor, somatic coach, and bestselling author of Money, Your Friend—to tackle the side of entrepreneurship nobody puts on their Instagram highlight reel: the internal pressure, money shame, and chronic overthinking that silently sabotage even the most driven business owners. Tim breaks down why so many of us started this journey craving fr…
Is Being "Too Healthy" Actually Toxic? | Rachel Harvest
May 1, 2026 · 1 hr
Are you pushing yourself to the brink of burnout in pursuit of the superhuman entrepreneur ideal? In this episode of The Entrepreneur DNA, host Justin Colby sits down with behavioral health specialist Rachel Harvest to break down the toxic side of perfectionism and how to find true balance. Throughout this deep dive, Rachel explains why high achievers often fall into the trap of extreme dieting, caffeine dependency, and emotional suppression. You will learn about the wise mind, a powerful combin…
1. $1 BILLION in Tax Savings: The Secrets Your CPA Won't Tell You | David Perez
Apr 29, 2026 · 43 min
In this episode, I sit down with tax strategist David A. Perez, who has helped his clients save over $1 BILLION in taxes. We break down the fundamental difference between how wealthy people and broke people think about taxes, and David reveals specific strategies that anyone can use—from early-stage entrepreneurs making their first $50K to 7-figure earners looking to pay zero in taxes legally. We dive into depreciation strategies, the Augusta Rule, employing your children, turnkey investment opp…
How to Build Unshakeable Confidence and Perform at Your Peak | Andrea Wieland
Apr 27, 2026 · 49 min
Book a 30 min. consultation with Dr. Andrea: https://drandreawieland.youcanbook.me — Get Dr. Andrea’s Book: The Confident Performer: Rethinking Mental Performance for Athletes, Coaches and Parents https://www.amazon.com/s?k=The+Confident+Performer+Andrea+Wieland — In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Andrea Wieland — an Olympic athlete, licensed psychologist, and elite performance coach — to unpack what it really takes to perform at the highest levels of sport, business, and life. Andrea shares…
What a D1 Athlete Learned About Courage, Identity, and Building Sweet Addison's | Addison Labonte
Apr 23, 2026 · 37 min
Sweet Addison's — Better-for-you, gourmet gluten-free and dairy-free desserts shipped nationwide. Get yours today! Go to - sweetaddisons.com In this episode, I sit down with Addison LaBonte — former Division I college soccer player, ultra marathoner, and the founder of Sweet Addison's — to unpack one of the most raw and relatable entrepreneurial journeys I've had the pleasure of sharing on the show. Addison walks us through the identity crisis she faced after leaving college athletics, the shock…
How to Lead Through Disruption: The Human Connection Strategy Nobody Talks About | Jen Marr
Apr 20, 2026 · 44 min
Get Jen's book 'Lifting Up' and 'Showing Up' on Amazon today! --- In this episode, I sit down with Jen Marr — Human Disruption Specialist, author of Lifting Up and Showing Up, and founder of the organization Showing Up — who brings one of the most extraordinary and hard-earned perspectives on leadership I've ever encountered. Jen shares how being just 700 yards from the finish line during the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, combined with her frontline support work after the Sandy Hook school shoot…
The Gift of Humility: How Josh Block Led a $215M Exit Without an Ego | Josh Block
Apr 17, 2026 · 40 min
GET JOSH'S BOOK If this episode resonated with you, grab Josh's book — it's the full playbook behind everything discussed today. People Matter at Work by Josh Block Available now at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and wherever books are sold. In this episode, I sit down with Josh Block — a man who at just 29 years old was handed the reins to his family's healthcare imaging company, Block Imaging, which was generating $30 million in revenue at the time. Over the next 15 years, Josh scale…
Stop “Shoulding” Yourself: How to Build a Business That Actually Fits Your Life | Jess Wass
Apr 16, 2026 · 36 min
Take the 5 minute Get a GRIP Leadership Assessment today! Go to: https://www.reworkit.co/grip In this episode, I sat down with Jess Wass to break down what it really means to build a business and life that actually aligns with who you are. We talked about her “Managing 360” framework, why so many entrepreneurs feel stuck or overwhelmed, and how most of us are chasing success based on what we think we “should” want instead of what truly matters to us. We got into values, decision-making, comparis…
Why Leaders Fail When Scaling: The Blind Spot Problem | Kristiana Corona
Apr 14, 2026 · 45 min
If you want to improve your leadership and identify your blind spots, take Kristiana’s free leadership audit here: https://worthytolead.co/audit In this episode, I sit down with Kristiana Corona to unpack what real leadership actually looks like as you grow your business. We talk about the blind spots that hold leaders back, why your team might not be telling you the truth, and how ego can quietly limit your growth. I share my own experiences in leadership, and we break down simple frameworks yo…
Why Your Eyes Are Killing Your Productivity (And How to Fix It) | Dr. Pam Theriot
Apr 10, 2026 · 30 min
In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Pam Theriot to break down something I didn’t even realize was affecting my performance—my eyesight. We talked about how screen time is crushing our productivity, causing brain fog, and even impacting our mental health. I learned that something as simple as blinking, taking short breaks, and managing screen exposure can dramatically improve focus and energy. If you’re an entrepreneur who spends hours in front of a screen and feels drained, this conversation mi…
The Hidden System That Scales Sales Teams to 8 Figures | Josh Troy
Apr 2, 2026 · 48 min
In this episode, I sat down with Josh Troy to break down what actually scales a business beyond just “getting better at sales.” We dive into why most entrepreneurs stay stuck in founder-led sales, how systems and operations are the real drivers of growth, and the exact metrics and frameworks you need to build a scalable sales team. Josh also shares how AI is changing the game in sales operations and how to think about hiring, efficiency, and profitability at a much higher level. If you want to m…
The Future of Marketing: AI, Ads, and What Still Works | Molly Lopez
Apr 1, 2026 · 45 min
If you’re a small to mid-sized business and you’re serious about growing, go check out https://www.sparomarketing.com and connect with Molly directly. n this episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with Molly Lopez, founder of Sparrow Marketing, to break down what actually works in advertising today and what most business owners are getting completely wrong. Molly shares her journey from working with massive brands like Royal Caribbean and Lennar to building an agency that helps small and mid-si…
The Founder of Ancestry.com Reveals the Future of AI Coaching | Paul Allen
Mar 27, 2026 · 39 min
In this episode, Justin sits down with visionary founder Paul Allen, the mind behind Ancestry.com, to unpack the real lessons behind building, scaling, and exiting a billion-dollar company—and why the future of entrepreneurship will be radically different. Paul shares his unconventional journey from academia to entrepreneurship, revealing how a background in education and information systems led him to build one of the most recognizable platforms in the world. He dives into the early days of dig…
What Separates Good Leaders from Great Ones? | Glenn Sharp
Mar 25, 2026 · 45 min
Get Glenn’s book Now What?, follow the Now What? Podcast on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube, and learn more through Sharp Leadership Development. https://a.co/d/0cZgPkLx In this episode, I sit down with Glenn Sharp, founder of Sharp Leadership Development, to discuss how entrepreneurs can achieve greater business success. We explore essential leadership skills and strategies for improving efficiency within organizations. Glenn shares insights from his work with over 20,000 managers, providing valuab…
How the Wealthy Use Real Estate to Pay Little to No Taxes (CPA Breakdown) | CJ Tarantino
Mar 24, 2026 · 43 min
In this episode, I sit down with CPA CJ Tarantino to break down how entrepreneurs and high-income earners can use real estate and smart tax strategies to legally reduce what they owe. We get into depreciation, cost segregation, and how bonus depreciation can create massive write-offs in year one. We also talk about the difference between passive and active income, how short-term rentals can unlock tax advantages, and why most people are overpaying simply because they aren’t planning ahead. If yo…
Why Smart Investors Are Betting BIG on Self Storage Right Now | Arthur Hood
Mar 16, 2026 · 26 min
The real estate market has changed and the easy money era is over. In this episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with investor Arthur Hood, an entrepreneur with investments across real estate, manufacturing, mining, energy, and operating businesses. Arthur shares why investors today must be far more disciplined with their numbers and why appreciation can no longer cover bad deals. We also break down why he’s betting heavily on self storage, with over $100 million in development currently under…
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