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In this episode, Shakil Prasla details his riveting journey from scraping together personal loans to make his first big bet, to seeing multi-million-dollar failures and ultimate success. Shakil Prasla candidly discusses his transition from e-commerce to acquiring over 30 businesses, managing a diverse portfolio of gas stations, convenience stores, and real estate. Learn how he built a system around optimizing efficiency, minimizing risk, and the importance of finding the right people for the right roles. This insightful conversation also touches on overcoming massive financial setbacks, the emotional toll of failure, and the importance of family and mental health. Discover the strategies that led to Shakil Prasla's recovery and ultimate success, as well as how he finds meaning and excitement in his entrepreneurial pursuits.

00:00 The Big Bet: From $200 to $10 Million

00:13 The Rise and Fall of a Glove Empire

00:54 Luxury Cars and Lifestyle

01:15 From Poverty to Prosperity: Shakil Prasla's Journey

02:33 Building a Business Empire

03:56 Secrets to Managing Multiple Businesses

05:57 The Real Estate Strategy

07:36 E-commerce Success Stories

10:56 The Challenge Coin Success

30:22 The Gloves Gamble: A Cautionary Tale

45:30 Cashflow Issues and Acquisitions

46:44 Overcoming Setbacks and Staying Positive

49:27 The Drive for Relevance and Success

51:32 Evaluating Goals and Motivations

53:50 Lessons from Failures and Successes

56:08 The Importance of Time and Freedom

57:32 Strategies for Buying Businesses

01:03:34 The Role of People in Business Success

01:09:00 Maintaining and Growing Businesses

01:14:56 Finding Meaning Beyond Financial Success

01:19:38 Reflections and Future Plans

In this episode, Ryan Deiss shares his insights on the impact of AI on business and marketing. He discusses the uncertainty surrounding the future, the shift in consumer behavior towards AI-driven results, and the steps his companies are taking to adapt. Ryan elaborates on the strategic pivot at Digital Marketer, transitioning from traditional training to leveraging AI tools trained on proprietary IP. He also provides practical advice on how businesses can audit and implement AI to improve efficiency and drive growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur, marketer, or business owner, this episode is a must-watch to understand the transformative potential of AI in today's market.

00:00 Uncertainty in the Age of AI
00:38 Exploring Ryan Deiss' Marketing Empire
01:25 Navigating Market Conditions and Deal Strategies
05:19 Reviving Businesses: The Process
12:08 The Role of AI in Business Optimization
19:32 AI's Impact on the Information and Coaching Industry
25:59 AI Integration in Business Operations
32:35 Future of Work: AI and Human Roles
36:40 AI's Influence on Business Valuations
39:21 Implementing AI in Portfolio Companies
41:36 AI Integration in the Workplace
42:26 Challenges and Fears of AI Adoption
43:23 AI as a Competitive Advantage
43:59 AI in Marketing and Acquisitions
44:45 The Future of AI in Business
48:26 Implementing AI for Efficiency
55:55 The Rise of AI Agents
01:03:50 AI's Impact on Employment and Economy
01:08:05 Digital Marketer's AI Pivot
01:17:47 Final Thoughts and Reflections

There are a TON of tax advantages hidden in the new Big Beautiful Bill that entrepreneurs can take advantage of. In this episode we're breaking down Qualified Small Business Stock Exemptions, the cash based accounting limit, and Section 179 to name a few.

If you're on your road to $1M and want to get started, check out my free playbook at https://capitalism.com/playbook-yt

Let me know - what are your favorite provisions in the Big Beautiful Bill?

What will you be taking advantage of?

Rob Oliver had a $30 million exit at just 26 years old, but Ryan met him when he was his Amazon vendor broker when he was just 23.

After starting his own business The Genius Brand he went to 8-figure in just 3 years and in this interview he shares how he was able to scale the brand so quickly.

Ryan & Rob share their brand building strategies and how to position yourself for a big exit.

To learn more about creating your own path to $1 million sign up for our FREE 30 day mini series at:

http://www.Capitalism.com/Million

Timestamps

(0:00) - Intro

(1:35) - Ryan interviews Rob Oliver

(2:00) - Rob Meets Ryan Working On Sheer Strength

(3:40) - The Beginning Of The Genius Brand

(5:30) - Rob's Perspective On Amazon

(13:00) - Finding The Right Business Partner

(19:15) - How Amazon Has Changed Since 2016

(26:00) - The Secret Of Brand Evaluations

(27:10) - Why Rob Oliver Started Making Social Media Content

(33:15) - Rob's Perspective On Wealth Today

(41:30) - Post-Exit Depression And The Search For Meaning

(47:30) - Advice For People Getting Started Today

(52:50) - Ryan's Conclusion And Takeaways

Adam Hendle joins the Ryan to break down how he founded an 8-figure brand with a surprisingly tiny team, before successfully exiting in just 3 years.

He did all this while working a full-time job, while raising a family, and putting his spare time into the company.

In this podcast he shares with Ryan what it actually took to build and sell Ballsy, the men's hygiene brand, and everything he has learned along the way.

Today he is working on a new laundry brand SLAY which is bringing the same sense of fun to a whole new space.

To learn more about creating your own path to $1 million sign up for our FREE 30 day mini series at:

http://www.Capitalism.com/Million

Timestamps

(0:00) - Intro

(1:15) - Ryan Introduces Adam Hendle

(3:00) - Interview Begins

(3:20) - The Origin Story Of Ballsy In 2017

(7:10) - How Adam Found A Specific Audience To Serve 

(11:15) - Creating A "Love It" Or "Hate It" Brand 

(18:50) - Leaving A Comfortable Job At Google To Go All In 

(26:00) - The Hard Times And Struggles Of Scales 

(30:50) - Creating A Content Strategy That Sells

(35:00) - After The Sale: Financial Freedom & Purpose 

(41:00) - The Next Business Venture - SLAY

(45:20) - Takeaways From Ryan

Let's just say you had... NO money. How would you make $1 million starting from this low point?

In this podcast Ryan shares three strategies and his overall business philosophy you can use to build a million dollar brand, starting from the ground floor.

The key thing in all business is to provide more value for others and care about your potential customers and inevitably this value you create for others can turn into a highly valuable company.

To learn more about creating your own path to $1 million sign up for our FREE 30 day mini series at:

http://www.Capitalism.com/Million

Timestamps

(0:00) - Intro

(0:30) - Change The Money Story You Tell Yourself

(1:40) - Money Energy Exchange

(4:00) - Attracting Capital & Raising Money

(6:00) - Lessons From Alex Hormozi And His Book Launch

(10:10) - Case Study Example - How Jake Cares About His Buyers

(11:50) - Prototypes And Creating Interest

(12:40) - Big Picture Summary

Ryan was invited to give a keynote talk at this year's Freedom Fest, the ultimate summit for liberty - politically, financially, and creatively.

It was an opportunity to talk to this libertarian crowd about how selling stuff that people need is the ultimate way to lead by example and create change in the world.

In a world of fierce debate, fantasized policy reform, and extreme division, Ryan walked the audience through his playbook to build a million dollar brand and find liberty through entrepreneurship.

To learn more about creating your own path to $1 million sign up for our FREE 30 day mini series at:

http://www.Capitalism.com/Million

Timestamps

(0:00) - Intro

(1:05) - Freedom Fest Keynote 2023

(2:55) - Creating Change - Philosophy vs. Participation

(5:15) - Evidence Of Opportunities For Entrepreneurs

(6:40) - Case Study: The Example Of Jeremy's Razors

(10:00) - Case Study: Drs. Travis & Jenna Zigler (Eye Love)

(15:10) - Why You Should Sell Stuff To Get Rich

(17:20) - The Formula & Math To Create A Million Dollar Business

In this update with Sam Prentice from The Capitalism Fund, we hear how the brand investments have been going and what kind of entrepreneurs Ryan is investing in.

There have already been some amazing results, but to hit the goal of creating $100M in value the fund will have to keep investing in brand builders who have potential to scale.

It's been 3 years since the fund was created and there have been many lessons learned about what is working and what went wrong with the brands that haven't worked out. In this podcast you'll learn the strategies that make eCommerce companies 10x, the pitfalls you can avoid, and how to gear your brand to attract potential investors.

To learn more about creating your own path to $1 million sign up for our FREE 30 day mini series at:
http://www.Capitalism.com/Million

Timestamps:

(0:00) - Intro - The next few years may be tough

(1:35) - How Rob Dyrdek Builds His Wealth Investing In Brands

(6:20) - The 3 Things Sam & Ryan Look For Before Investing

(11:30) - The Brand Exciting Ryan The Most Right Now

(19:45) - How Brand "Roll Ups" Work

(29:45) - How The Fund Found Its Investing Thesis

(38:30) - Why Brands Have Modest Growth But Don't 4X or 10X

(43:00) - How The eCommerce Space Is Changing

Entrepreneurs are used to getting quick wins and losses but true wealth is built slowly, over decades.

Once we except that we can look at investing through a different mindset and plan differently for our future.

Even hitting long-term goals as big as a $100 million net worth are possible with the right strategies.

In this podcast Ryan shares how if you save consistently for over 30 years, these big numbers can really come within reach.

To learn more about creating your own path to $1 million sign up for our FREE 30 day mini series at:

http://www.Capitalism.com/Million

Timestamps:

(0:00) - Intro

(1:20) -Wise Words From Warren Buffett

(4:45) - Fast Cash vs. Wealth

(8:00) - The Biggest Mistake Entrepreneurs Make

(11:20) - Inflation & Cost Of Goods

(16:30) - The Tax Strategies Of The Ultra Wealthy

Since publishing 12 Months To $1 Million 3 years ago a lot has changed in the market.

When it comes to building eCommerce brands you can sell for over $1 million, the basic audience building strategy with a focus on "The Grind" in the beginning is just as important as ever.

But in this podcast Ryan shares all of the updates he would make if the book were to come out today in 2023.

To learn more about creating your own path to $1 million sign up for our FREE 30 day mini series at:

http://www.Capitalism.com/Million

Timestamps:

(0:00) - Intro 

(3:10) - How Amazon's Algorithm Has Shifted

(6:15) - How The Market Has Compressed

(9:35) - How Influencer Marketing Has Affected eCommerce

(11:55) - Why You Should Still Expect 12 Months To Get To $1M