Dreamcatchers

Unfold the essence of self-love, the power of knowledge gained through self-teaching, and the profound impact of others' perceptions in today's solo episode with Jerome Myers! Jerome dives deep into the four pillars of self-image: self-love, self-taught, promises kept to oneself and others' perception of you. He introduces the concept of me vs. I self and encourages listeners to have a high opinion of themselves so that the world can conspire and deliver that experience. He also touches on why people don't show compassion, how not trusting oneself affects feelings of worthiness, and how keeping promises to oneself can profoundly impact life trajectory.  Tune in to hear more about this model for a centered life and discover ways to take charge of your story! [00:00 - 06:00] Self-Love and High Expectations for a Better Life The two concepts of the "me" self and the "I" self The "I" self is your internal self-concept, and the "me" self is how others perceive you Focus on others to make your life better Sel

Dive into a transformative discussion on resilience and the intricate pursuit of happiness in this episode, where Jerome unravels the essence of resilience in scripting successful exit journeys amidst the relentless waves of change. The conversation delves deep into distinguishing enjoyment from pleasure and learning to harness both to enrich one's existence. Don't miss out on groundbreaking discussions about the transformative power of resilience, the significance of positive affirmations, and the profound impact of aiding others with newfound wealth for achieving a fulfilling life. Tune in now! [00:00 - 09:57] Exploring Mental Resilience and the Pursuit of Happiness Having a coach is vital to have someone who is 100% in your corner and bounces ideas off of Resilience is the ability to adapt to changing environments Happiness is not something that can be achieved, but rather, it is a pursuit Enjoyment and pleasure are not the same thing [09:58 - 14:34] Helping Founders and CEOs Cultivate Resilience P

Those who accompany us on life's adventures are the true treasures.  In this episode, Jerome takes listeners through a recent trip – highlighting the spectacular sights, engineering marvels, street performers, and more. He emphasizes the importance of taking the time to appreciate life's journey with those closest to us so we can make memories that will last a lifetime.  Tune in as Jerome encourages us to savor life's experiences rather than rush through them to become more efficient. It's a conversation about life that you won't want to miss! [00:00 - 09:02] Jerome's Journey Through Corporate America, Eight Figure Exits, and Charitable Foundations The Founder's Exit Paradox is an existential crisis spurred by something positive Jerome shares his Western Expedition from Greensboro to Houston and what made it significant [09:03 - 14:01] Exploring Efficiency: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Spectacular Places People aren't an exact science; they're more of an art How Jerome realized that people on the

Have you ever wondered how to transition out of your business smoothly, ensuring your legacy and avoiding pitfalls?  Dan Walkowski joins us to discuss his journey in the corporate world and how he now uses his experience to help small business owners. He shares his insight into the importance of planning for a successful transition when selling a business. Dan outlines the challenges and value a middleman can bring to the process, such as gathering information, creating an advertisement, marketing, and screening qualified buyers. He also advises those looking to partner up to ensure a smooth exit when it's time to sell their business.  Tune in to hear Dan's stories and advice on how you can plan for a successful transition when selling your small business! [00:00 - 08:20] Unlocking the Mystery of Exiting a Business Dan Walkowski developed a passion for working with clients and helping small businesses thrive Clients should be engaged in dialogue to discuss their exit plan, whether it's 10 or 80 years awa

Imagine trading the road for real estate, flipping homes, and achieving financial freedom by transforming old properties into vibrant communities. Dive deep into Brandon Thornberry's inspiring journey from rock stages to real estate riches. Hear how Brandon transitioned from single-family homes to multifamily powerhouses, leveraging strategies like the BRRRR method to achieve financial freedom.  Tune in, get inspired, and unlock secrets to your property portfolio success! [00:00 - 08:35] From Tour Manager to Real Estate Entrepreneur Brandon shares his background and career He was a tour manager for bands and used real estate as an exit strategy In 2019, he decided to go full-on into multifamily and commercial properties [08:36 - 18:30] Navigating the Challenges of Property Management and Finding Successful Exits Brandon found that the type of deal dictates which kind of management company to work with Acquisitions, envisioning the transformation of the property, and execution of renovations There ar

Have you ever imagined trading a luxury car for an old beater in pursuit of your dreams? Dive into Andrew McIntosh's raw and riveting tale of sacrifices, stumbles, and success as he transitions from employee to thriving entrepreneur! In this episode, Andrew McIntosh shares his journey from an employee to an entrepreneur. He shares his experience of cutting back on expenses to focus on his side hustle and taking one step forward and two steps back to achieve success. Andrew also discusses his mistakes when hiring his first employee, how a surprise tax bill blindsided him, and the importance of investing in experts for essential business operations. Finally, Andrew will share his insights on the exit paradox, financial freedom versus true fulfillment, and helping other first-generation entrepreneurs succeed.  Tune in to learn about Andrew McIntosh's journey from employee to entrepreneur! [00:00 - 15:50] From Blue Collar Midwest to Entrepreneurial Success Andrew McIntosh shares his story of how he exited Hi

From rocket scientist to real estate expert, Chad Sutton's leap from the corporate world isn't just a story of financial success but one of passion, resilience, and a commitment to leaving a lasting impact on the planet.  In this episode, Chad shares how he invested in real estate and made millions of dollars. He discusses strategies for success, such as understanding supply and demand metrics, bootstrapping costs, due diligence processes, marketing, and cataloging. He also talks about how he and his partner doubled their asset's value within 18 months and exited cleanly from each deal.  Get ready to learn more about Chad's inspiring story in this episode! [00:00 - 14:28] Breaking the Golden Handcuffs Introducing Chad to the show How Chad was able to make a lasting impact in people's lives through his investments The journey of Chad's Aunt and other family members in their family business [14:29 - 26:40] From Corporate to 10X Growth The importance of believing in yourself  Chief Everything Officer e

Imagine facing life's highest peaks and deepest valleys all in one breath - from the euphoria of entrepreneurial success to a heartbreaking betrayal and a diagnosis of a rare nervous system disorder. Dive into Dan's riveting 23-year journey, where through grit, vulnerability, and invaluable mentorship, he battles his personal and professional demons and discovers the essence of living with purpose and the transformative power of collaboration. In this episode, Dan Heuertz shares his journey as an entrepreneur for the past 23 years and how a deep betrayal and health scare led him to be diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis. This rare condition affects the central nervous system. He talks about how he was faced with the decision between open heart surgery or waiting three weeks for a robotic-assisted machine and how it changed his outlook on life. Dan also details his experience convincing 64 entities to agree to his deal in just three days - which was made possible through courage, honesty, determination, and auth

Are you ready to flip the script on your financial future? In this episode, we're joined by Duron Chandler, founder of Chandler Prosperity Group, whose empowering Prosper Principles equips people to bridge the income-expense gap and achieve proper financial security.  Duron shares his Prosper Principles - seven steps that can help create a gap between income and expenses and achieve financial security and clarity. Listen in to learn how to practice selective extravagance, unpack childhood experiences impacting spending habits today, and use funds instead of saving money. Learn about personal finance and pick up tips on how to be intentional and focused when it comes to achieving financial independence.  Learn more about Duron's mission to help people reach their financial goals by tuning in! [00:01 - 13:53] The P.R.O.S.P.E.R. Principles The Prosper Principles were developed to help people learn lessons along the journey There are three phases: creation, allocation, and actualization The Prosper Principl

Success in your personal and professional life are two sides of the same medal. These can be achieved by blending personal advancement with career progression and balancing work and home life. In this episode, Dr. James offers insightful methods, advice, and tactics that have enabled engineering professionals to enhance their leadership abilities, improve their communication skills, and create vision. Learn his inspirational motivation, his pursuit of constant development, and his aspiration to bring value to his clients and society. Dr. James also shares the need to revolutionize one's personal and professional life to unveil one's hidden potential. It's not about two separate entities; rather, it understands that they are two aspects of the same medal, which can be fulfilled through cooperative efforts to boost efficiency and profitability.  Take command of your path to shape your success by joining us in this episode! [00:01 - 13:58] Your Roadmap to Success at Work and Home Engineer Your Success podcas

Hustle, integrity, and recognizing weaknesses can lead to success.  Join us as we talk to Randy Woods about his journey starting a technology company in 1995 with his university housemate, despite having yet to gain prior training or knowledge about the internet. Hear how they grew it to 120 people operating in four countries and sold it in 2017. He'll discuss his experience learning from his former employer how to handle team members leaving to start their gigs by investing in their new ventures. Finally, he'll talk about his current role at Valtech, where he helps bring new companies into the fold and build a portfolio of companies.  Take advantage of this exciting conversation about the journey of starting a business and the lessons that come with it! [00:01 - 12:10] Randy Woods' Two-Decade Journey of Founding a 120-Person Company Randy and his business partner started an internet-based company in 1995 with a couple of thousand dollars and laptops of dubious provenance Randy's former employer showed h

Have you ever wondered how to transition to entrepreneur, even without formal business education?  Join us on this episode as we listen to his story of transitioning from working with his dad full-time since the age of 13 to launching his own business. Despite having yet to formal education in business, Brandon was able to make it successful through mentorships, coaches, and taking risks outside his comfort zone. We'll discuss the importance of having a good team and the value of resilience in achieving success. Additionally, we'll explore selling one's business, including the emotional roller coaster that comes with it, investing in people and systems, and building a network of trusted advisors. Tune in now for valuable advice on how to set yourself up for success without falling into the DIY death trap! [00:01 - 17:24] From Window Cleaner to Business Owner Introducing Brandon Vaughn to the show He made every mistake a business owner could drive and had to hire employees to get off the tools himself Re

What does it take to leap from government work into the world of private equity and commercial real estate?  In this episode, we sit down with Brian Adams to discuss his journey to becoming a full-time entrepreneur in private equity and commercial real estate. After realizing how much money was spent on deporting people from his courtroom daily, Brian talks about his epiphany and how it sparked his desire to look for more exposure in private equity and investing. He shares what it was like to have an investor make a million-dollar commitment to their fund and how they went through due diligence to secure the investment.  Tune into this episode for an inspiring story to help you navigate your path toward success! [00:00 - 16:36] From Government Job to Pursuing the American Dream Brian Adams left a career in the DA's office and started his firm, Excelsior Capital, with hundreds of millions of dollars in assets under management He had a moment of clarity when he realized that he was processing hundreds of p

Women need to be free from the bondage of relationships and work they don't think they have to be in.  In this episode, Felecia Froe talks about her journey into medicine. Despite her idealism, Felecia soon finds out how difficult it can be for a woman in today's society when she faces discrimination when trying to take time off after having her baby. But thanks to finding the right people with experience, Felecia was able to transition into a new career that allowed her to gain financial freedom and independence. She also explores how she built wealth despite the challenges she faced, why it is important to understand what you're doing before investing, and how having access to financial resources can help women make decisions that are in their best interests.  Tune into this podcast episode as we discuss building wealth with Felecia! [00:01 - 17:12] Breaking Free From the Bondage of Relationships and Work The American dream often leads people into unknown situations without them knowing what they are si

The people around you should be on your team, or else they will start to demotivate you. Jerome welcomes Ajit Nawalkha, the Co-Founder & CEO at Evercoach by Mindvalley. He discusses the biological responses associated with selling a business, how to identify when it is time to sell, and the importance of getting mentorship and support from family and friends to stay motivated in achieving life goals. Ajit shares his experience selling his first company, a shipping and printing business in India, 12-10 years ago.  In this episode, Ajit highlights that having a team of family and friends on your side is vital for success in any venture and that exits can be an emotional yet rewarding experience. This conversation digs into the different aspects of entrepreneurship and how a founder should think about building a successful product. He also emphasizes the need to understand the customer's needs and create something that will provide them value. Finally, he shares that fulfillment is a more significant driver th

Most say it's all about who you know and not what you know. Ric Edelman says otherwise; It's all about who knows you. Ric Edelman is an entrepreneur who left corporate America and went into pure journalism and financial advising. After interviewing CFOs and money managers while writing stories, Ric realized it was possible to make more money than what he was making in his job, and this could be done through entrepreneurship. This realization led him to leave his career and pursue financial advising, where he would eventually create his own successful business. In this episode, Ric shares his experience of leaving corporate America and creating a successful financial advising business with his wife, Jean. He shares how they built up their business to become the country's most prominent investment advisory financial planning firm, managing 300 billion in assets and being ranked number one by Consumer Reports. They also discuss how they have implemented incentives such as sabbaticals, Rolex watches, and trips

Did you know you can unlock tens of millions of dollars using the 80/20 rule? In this episode, Jerome welcomes Jason Fladlien, a webinar expert who started as a rapper. He shares his knowledge on webinars, through eBooks and books, and teaches others how to write high-quality articles quickly - making himself an expert in the space. He explores the concept of the 80/20 rule and how honing in on 2% of a market can unlock tens of millions of dollars in cash flow. They also talk about finding a balance between helping strangers and taking care of your family, understanding that life experiences can provide valuable insight for others, and leaving a business you've devoted years to while avoiding an existential crisis triggered by success.  Tune in to learn more about Jason's incredible journey and how small changes every day can lead to big success! [00:00 - 14:48] From $4 to Hundreds of Millions: The Magical, Mundane Process of Compounding Success Jason's journey from being a rapper to an expert in marketin

Achieving business success can be about more than rainbows and butterflies. It also comes with failures and hardships, and persevering through these challenges is necessary to reach the end goal. Join host Jerome and his special guest Jeremy Parker as they discuss how Jeremy succeeded in the venture through creative pricing models and leveraging media attention. Hear how he had two exits by 25 from working with different companies in the promotional product space and social media. Find out more about the acquisition of Swag.com, including how the founder established valuation for the sale and what they learned from it.  Having extraordinary confidence and learning from failures is vital for success, so jump in to learn more! [00:01 - 10:16] Opening Segment Jeremy's journey of winning a film festival at 18 to becoming an entrepreneur Jeremy also started a t-shirt company called T's and Tats He also started a company called Vote for Art at 22 years old He worked with Jesse Itzler and bought rights to cel

Are you planning your 7-figure exit but need help figuring out where to start? Mark J. Dorman joins Jerome to share his story and expertise on successfully exiting a business. He's achieved over a hundred exits and wants to help other business owners do the same. He provides a five-step process to help people make the most out of their assets.  Mark's journey exemplifies the importance of having good advisors and being prepared for the unintended consequences of exiting a business. He encourages listeners to think beyond selling out and explore options like reinvesting in the business, hiring more talented people, or getting distributions forever. This conversation also dives into the emotional and psychological challenges of transitioning out of business, discussing books like Finish Big by Bo Burlingham and Trapped in the Family Business by Dr. Michael Klein, which speak to these issues. Mark also emphasizes the importance of recognizing the value of your business asset and leveraging it for financial secu

The idea of success is often oversimplified. Most believe it is achievable overnight, but nothing can be further from the truth. Success results from years of tenacity and consistently doing the right thing. Brandon Lazar is an entrepreneur who succeeded after ten years of hard work and hustle. Join us as we discuss his journey from selling rocks in kindergarten to owning two businesses in college and how he created a successful exit from his business. We'll hear Brandon talk about the lessons he learned while working as a wildland firefighter that helped him stay prepared for anything and how to leverage the two levers of success - HR and marketing - to manage a high level of turnover. He'll provide insight into creating systems and processes from day one that make the business more attractive to potential investors and share his advice on staying committed even after a failed attempt at selling the business. Finally, he'll reflect on the emotional and financial journey of exiting a business after 15 years,