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What’s the real difference between a thriving business and one that’s stuck in neutral? In this solo episode, I break down the mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs to scale, grow, and finally escape the chaos. I dive into some controversial topics because, honestly, someone has to tell you the truth, and I’m not afraid to say it.

I also dive into the truth about the top 1%—what makes them exceptional at scaling and why their approach is simpler than you think. Plus, I reveal the five blind spots keeping you from turning problems into profits. Spoiler...It’s not just about strategy; it’s about overcoming the blocks in your thinking.

If you’re ready to start working on your business, this episode is for you. Tune in now, and let’s turn your challenges into opportunities for unstoppable growth.

“Scaling is always good because feedback is always good, and that does not matter whether you're scaling up or scaling down. If you're reviewing the feedback and measuring what's coming in, what's going down, then it's always positive because at least it gives you an idea of what you need to fix.” ~ Preston Brown

In this Episode:

- What scaling really means

- Can you scale just one thing?

- The impact of scaling systems and processes

- Top 1%: who they are and why they excel

- Scaling secrets of the top 1%

- What sets the highest-paid entrepreneurs apart?

- Five critical things to help turn problems into profit

- A poor kid’s journey to success

Connect with Preston Brown:

🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

👤Facebook - web.facebook.com/theprestonbrown

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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What if I told you capitalism isn’t the monster it’s made out to be but, instead, the ultimate superhero? In this no-holds-barred episode, I sit down with Ryan Daniel Moran, entrepreneur, investor, and the unapologetic voice behind Capitalism.com. Ryan pulls no punches as he tackles the hot topic of capitalism’s role in society.

With his signature wit and optimism, Ryan flips the narrative, arguing that capitalism isn’t broken–it’s misunderstood. He explains how it empowers creativity, rewards problem-solving, and encourages entrepreneurial innovation. And his take on the future? The younger generation, pushed into entrepreneurship by necessity, might just save the day. He also helps us understand the three types of money and what we need to focus on.

If you’ve ever wondered whether capitalism is the villain or the hero, this episode is for you. Tune in now to hear Ryan’s bold take and maybe, just maybe, rethink everything you thought you knew about making a profit.

“If we are in an ever-expanding universe, if we live in a world where capitalism continues to solve more problems, then we probably have a shot at building something with a lot of value that creates a lot of good in the world. And we don't have to focus on what most entrepreneurs obsess over, which is short-term cash flow.” ~ Ryan Daniel Moran

In this Episode:

- From preacher-in-training to an all-in entrepreneur

- Early success at 18: what it looked like and lessons learned

- Why understanding economics matters

- Market crash, recession, and Ryan's outlook for the future

- Understanding the three types of money

- Net worth vs. enterprise value 

- Ryan's top two struggles as an entrepreneur 

- How Ryan uses information and makes decisions

- The simplest, laziest way to inspire

Resources:

Book: 12 Months to $1 Million by Ryan Daniel Moran - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948836955

Download the Playbook - https://www.capitalism.com/100-sales-a-day-playbook/

Connect with Ryan Daniel Moran:

🌐Website - https://www.capitalism.com/

👤Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/capitalismbethechange/

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/capitalismdotcom/

▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/RyanMoran13

Connect with Preston Brown:

🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

👤Facebook - web.facebook.com/theprestonbrown

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

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Are your biggest challenges holding you back, or are they the keys to your success? In this first episode of Problems to Profit, we’re diving into how your problems could be your greatest opportunities.

I’m Preston Brown, and today, I’m joined by David Bayer, a transformational powerhouse in personal growth and business strategy. Named by Inc. 5000 as a top expert on mindset, David has built the fastest-growing coaching company in America, helping entrepreneurs scale with simple, high-impact solutions. His work has empowered thousands to overcome mental barriers and achieve extraordinary results.

David’s story of addiction recovery, personal growth, and scaling a $7M business will inspire you to see your challenges in a whole new light.

Subscribe now, and let’s start turning your problems into profit. Because success isn’t about avoiding problems; it’s about transforming them.

“Desire plus non-resistance equals desired results.” ~ David Bayer

In this Episode:

- Problems as gifts

- Breaking through mental barriers: David's story

- Building a business without burnout

- The formula for rewiring your mindset for success

- Understanding how reality functions

- How reframing beliefs as decisions can unlock your full potential

- Things that many entrepreneurs struggle with

Resources:

David Bayer’s Podcast: A Changed Mind - https://davidbayer.com/podcast/

David Bayer’s Book: A Changed Mind - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642939862

Awakening the Buddha Within by Lama Surya Das - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0767901576

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1585424331

Connect with David Bayer:

🌐Website - https://davidbayer.com/

👤Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/coachdavidbayer

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidbayer33

▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKCS2T2uR_7h4zpVETbcFjg

Connect with Preston Brown:

🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

👤Facebook - http://facebook.com/theprestonbrown

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

If your business feels more like a job you can’t quit, then welcome to the podcast aimed at finally solving that problem.

Welcome to Problems to Profit Podcast.

Each week, join serial entrepreneur, investor, and your host, Preston Brown, for answers to questions like:

- How do I build a team and culture programmed to find and fix problems in the business?

- What is happening in the economy? How is that going to impact my business, and what can I do about it?

- How do I build my company in a way that makes it more profitable without me running the day-to-day?

Subscribe or follow now on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube, and start transforming your problems into profits—one episode at a time.

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What happens when a top Hollywood executive leaves the glitz and glamour behind to dive into the world of real estate syndication? This week, I sit down with JP Newman, a visionary leader who went from producing iconic films to managing $2 billion in real estate deals. JP’s story is one of grit, transformation, and non-negotiable values.

We explore how his setbacks in entertainment became the foundation for building a thriving private equity firm and the life he truly loves. JP shares his strategies for turning challenges into opportunities, why your environment matters more than you think, and his powerful framework for four-dimensional wealth.

If you’re ready to learn how to balance purpose, profit, and presence in your own life, this episode is a must-listen. Subscribe now to join JP and me in uncovering the secrets to redefining success on your own terms!

“What is the WHY that makes you cry? What is your legacy? The more you tap into that, abundance will follow. It feels like just a law of nature. It's definitely my experience.” ~ JP Newman

In this Episode:

- Who is JP Newman?

- What JP learned from working in the entertainment industry

- How to understand people and connect with them

- From producing films to building a real estate empire

- JP's framework for building four-dimensional wealth 

- Emotion vs. Gut: which one should you use when investing?

- JP's insights on money, cash flow, and wealth-building

Resources:

Book: The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0887307280

Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1612680194

Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1401960588

Connect with JP Newman:

🌐 Website - https://thrivefp.com/

👤 Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/jpnewman1

▶️ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@investingonpurposepodcast361

Connect with Preston Brown:

🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

👤Facebook - web.facebook.com/theprestonbrown

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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What if the key to thriving in life and business isn’t working harder—but loving yourself more? Today’s guest, Justin Nault, is a visionary who has transformed his chaotic, ego-driven lifestyle into one of balance, polarity, and profound emotional intelligence. 

Justin takes us through his fascinating story—from a career in music to creating life-saving solutions for his terminally disabled niece and now helping men and women unlock their emotional depths to achieve true success. 

You'll hear about Justin’s innovative perspective on leadership, emotional intelligence, and unconditional self-love, which will leave you with practical tools to transform not just your business but every relationship in your life. 

Are you ready to redefine success? Tune in now and prepare to rethink the way you lead, love, and live.

“The fastest way to unconditional love is to unpack all the stories that you have about what makes you valuable.”  ~Justin Nault

In this Episode:

- Justin's journey to health and wellness

- His take on psychedelics and somatic work

- Understanding masculine and feminine dynamics

- The role of polarity in relationships

- Emotional intelligence vs matching states in communication 

- Are there frameworks for effective communication?

- Mastering the skill of giving unconditional love 

- Shadow work: the path to self-love

- Ask for love: a simple yet powerful practice

Connect with Justin Nault:

🌐Website - https://iamclovis.com/ 

👤Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/justinnaultofficial/  

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/justinnaultofficial/ 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinnault 

Connect with Preston Brown:

🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

👤Facebook - www.facebook.com/theprestonbrown 

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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Are you feeling trapped by failure, weighed down by toxic partnerships, or afraid to take the leap—wondering if success in business is even possible? In this week’s episode, I sit down with Aria Boushehri, a powerhouse entrepreneur who turned repeated failures and toxic partnerships into a nine-figure empire—all before the age of 30. 

Aria discloses the hard lessons he learned working under poor leadership and how those experiences pushed him to build SalesBound, a revolutionary call center that thrives on integrity, innovation, and customer-first strategies. He shares how mastering one skill became the foundation for scaling a business that’s changing the industry standard.

Aria’s journey will push you to rethink how you choose partners, lead teams, and make decisions that actually move the needle.

Ready to take the leap and build something that lasts? Tune in now to learn how to turn challenges into unstoppable growth!

“Leadership is carving out a path for others to be able to win and helping drive a culture where you win collectively as a team.” ~ Aria Boushehri

In this Episode:

- Aria's background and early ventures

- Challenges and lessons from failed partnerships

- Founding SalesBound: business model and core principles

- Defining sales and its importance in business

- Challenges and solutions in business operations

- Why it's important to build strong local teams 

- The role of leadership and integrity in business

- Mastering a skill: the key to business success

Connect with Aria Boushehri:

🌐Website - https://www.salesbound.com/ 

👤Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ariaboushehri1/ 

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ariaboushehri/ 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariaboushehri 

Connect with Preston Brown:

🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

👤Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theprestonbrown

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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Government layoffs. Tariffs. AI breakthroughs. The economy is shifting fast, and you're already behind if you’re not paying attention.

In this episode, I break down the biggest economic moves in Trump’s first two weeks, from mass government layoffs and their impact on jobs to how new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China might shake up global trade. We’re also seeing a surprising development in AI that could disrupt tech stocks in a big way.

The real estate market? Stalled. The Fed? Trying to stay ahead of the chaos. But what does it all mean for you? I’ll walk you through the key takeaways, where I think things are headed, and what I’m personally doing right now to stay ahead of the game.

“If you see potentially hundreds of thousands or millions of layoffs from the government, you will see a very dovish Fed overnight.” ~ Preston Brown

In This Episode:

- The executive orders that could shake up the economy

- Tariffs wars: 25% on Canada/Mexico, 10% on China

- AI chaos and DeepSeek

- Government layoffs

- Fed meeting secrets

- Housing at 35-year low & the inflation “lag” trap

- My playbook: Hoarding cash, skipping Refis, & waiting for bargains

Connect with Preston Brown:

- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

- 👤Facebook - web.facebook.com/theprestonbrown

- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

- ▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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Entrepreneurs don’t fail from lack of opportunity—they fail from choking on too much of it. After scaling 18 companies, I’ve seen what works, what doesn’t, and what really moves the needle.

In this episode, I’ll show you my 10 hardest-won lessons for scaling any business—like why you can’t scale without a team and how to measure what actually matters. You’ll learn how work-life balance is a strategic advantage and why luxury products will always dominate.

But beyond money, what’s your mission? Your legacy? If you’re building something, build it to last. Stick with me—I’ll show you how.

“You choke on too much opportunity, but you will rarely ever starve to death from lack of opportunity.” ~ Preston Brown

In This Episode:

- #1 - You can’t do anything without a team

- #2 - Just trust enough

- #3 - You get what you measure

- #4 - Luxury products get you luxury margins

- #5 - You choke on too much opportunity

- #6 - Efficiency is the game-changer

- #7 - Work-life balance: why it matters

- #8 - Invest smartly to secure your future

- #9 - What is your legacy?

- #10 - There’s always more to learn

Connect with Preston Brown:

- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

- 👤Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown

- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

- ▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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The idea of starting a business sounds exciting—freedom, flexibility, and financial upside. But there’s one truth no one wants to tell you. Most people don’t fail because the idea was bad; they fail because they skipped the work before the work.

In this episode, you will learn what actually matters before you ever open the doors.

I’m breaking down what I’d really be thinking through if I started a business in 2025. Not only the type of business but also the economics, the timing, the market, the risk, and an exit strategy.

You don’t need another clickbait list. You need to know how to build a financial vehicle that takes you where you want to go—and how to know if you should even get into that vehicle in the first place.

"Business is the financial vehicle, when you set it up, that makes your life better." ~ Preston Brown

Connect with Preston Brown:

- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

- 👤Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown

- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

- ▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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Everyone talks about data, but few actually know what to do with it. Matthew Barnes, founder of Proteus Digital Lab, is the guy top-tier businesses turn to when they need their analytics to work for them, not against them.

Matthew helps the biggest brands on Shopify cut through the noise, measure what truly matters, and turn wasted ad spend into profit. 

And if you think you can just hire him, think again. You don’t get on Matthew’s client list unless you’re already doing 10M+ in revenue.

But today, you get access to him. 

In this episode, Matthew shares why most digital marketing is a waste of money, how he built a software company that serves multi-million dollar clients, and why optimizing for customer lifetime profitability will transform your business.

"There's one metric that actually ends up mattering to the people that own the business in the end. Marginal dollars in the bank account. Everything else is a proxy for that." ~ Matthew Barnes

Connect with Matthew Barnes:

🌐 Website – https://proteusdigitallab.com/ 

👤 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjbarnes/ 

Connect with Preston Brown:

🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

👤Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown 

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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The economy isn’t slowing down. It’s shifting fast. If you’re not watching closely, you’re already behind.

Today, I will share the latest economic shakeups under Trump’s administration—what’s happening with government layoffs, what new tax codes could mean for your wallet, and the impact of shifting tariffs on global trade.

And AI? It’s not just some future worry. The biggest disruption to jobs and businesses is already unfolding. The quantum computing and robotics boom is about to reshape industries faster than anyone expected.

Stock market volatility, real estate moves, and what’s coming next for interest rates—I break it all down and share exactly what I’m doing to stay ahead of the game.

"AI, quantum computing, and robotics are going to be the single largest disruptor to our economy in a very short term. In the next 2 to 10 years." ~ Preston Brown

Connect with Preston Brown:

- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

- 👤Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown

- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

- ▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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Most people think banks are these mysterious giants with endless cash. But in reality? They’re businesses—just like yours. And no one understands that better than Ray Owen.

Ray grew up working on farms, pulling cotton, and watching his dad manage a cattle feed yard. He wasn’t born into wealth. He built it. Now, as the President of Bank of Texas, he’s taken his bank from an $18 million startup to over $500 million in assets—all while keeping a 0% loan loss rate.

In this episode, Ray breaks down banking like you’ve never heard it. He reveals why your credit score matters less than your character, how to turn your banker into a strategic partner (not a loan shark), and why most entrepreneurs get bank relationships dead wrong.

We also dive into the 5 C’s of credit, why Silicon Valley Bank really collapsed, and how to recession-proof your business’s finances.

“ Banking is all about confidence. If you're depositing money somewhere, you want to be confident that that bank is solid and you're not going to lose your money.” ~ Ray Owen

Connect with Ray Owen:

🌐 Bank of Texas - https://www.bankoftexasonline.com/ 

👤 Phone: +915 313 6720

📧 Email: rowen@bankoftexasonline.com 

Connect with Preston Brown:

🌐 Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/ 

👤 Facebook - http://facebook.com/theprestonbrown 

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/ 

▶️ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach 

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Some politicians make promises. Others get things done. And then there’s Renard Johnson, a businessman-turned-mayor who built a thriving company from the ground up before stepping into public service.

Renard didn’t need this job. He had already built a multi-million-dollar business in defense contracting, scaled it to 800+ employees, and could have just enjoyed the success. Instead, he ran for Mayor of El Paso—not for power, but to fix the inefficiencies he saw firsthand as a business owner.

In this episode, Renard shares why he left business for politics, how he’s making government work more like a business, and why El Paso is one of the biggest untapped opportunities for entrepreneurs.

“ If you haven't seen your city come out and knock on your door and ask what they can do—first, to retain you in their community, second, to expand you—come to El Paso.” ~ Renard Johnson

Connect with Renard Johnson:

🌐 Website – https://www.elpasotexas.gov/ 

👤 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/mayor-renard-johnson/ 

📧 Email - mayor@elpasotexas.gov 

Connect with Preston Brown:

🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

👤Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown 

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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Some people talk about business. Others build it. And then there’s Mike Fata—who sells it multiple times for hundreds of millions of dollars.

Mike went from dropping out of high school at 14 to selling his health food company twice—first for $132 million, then again for $419 million. That’s not luck. That’s execution.

The crazy part? He didn’t invent anything. He just took something good and made it better.

In this episode, Mike walks you through his journey from struggling teenager to self-made success. He breaks down how he built a business that private equity wanted to buy, the exact strategy behind selling it twice, and why timing is everything when it comes to exits. 

We also get into what he's doing now, why he refuses to pass down his wealth to his kids, and what most entrepreneurs get completely wrong about scaling a business.

“I believe my success was created by giving back and never being above anyone.” ~ Mike Fata

In This Episode:

- Mike Fata's background and early life struggles

- Selling a business twice: how it actually works

- Humility in entrepreneurship and business leadership

- The importance of timing in business exits

- Other factors to consider when deciding to exit a business

- Balancing personal values and business success

- Parenting philosophies and teaching children about wealth

- Opportunities to build a business for exit

- What holds people back from being an entrepreneur

- Technologies to outpace competitors and grow your business

- Strategies for generating wealth and preparing for an exit

Connect with Mike

🌐 Website - https://mikefata.ca

👤 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/themikefata/ 

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/themikefata/ 

Connect with Preston Brown:

🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

👤Facebook - www.facebook.com/theprestonbrown 

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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Let’s talk about something that’s been bugging me for a while.

You’ve seen it. The viral reels, the TikToks, the fake flexes, the business coaches who haven’t built a single thing but want to charge you $10K to “unlock your potential.”

Yeah, I’m over it. And honestly, you should be, too.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why you need to ignore 90% of the business advice floating around online. Not because advice is bad but because most of it has one goal: to hook your attention and sell you something. Not to help you win.

I’m also diving into where I think the future is heading. With AI, quantum computing, and automation, it’s not a matter of if traditional jobs die off—it’s when. So yeah, we need to rethink everything.

"The sales process is education. The marketing process is entertainment. The clickbait that you see on 90% of social media misses the education piece. " ~ Preston Brown 

Connect with Preston Brown:

- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

- 👤Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown

- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

- ▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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Alright, let’s get real for a second.

You’ve probably heard the chatter. Hiring women is “risky,” or it’s a legal minefield, or maybe you’ve just been burned by a toxic hire and swore off the idea. I get it. But here’s the thing: that’s a load of crap if you know what to look for.

In this episode, I’m sitting down with Victoria Isais, a woman who’s been through the wringer—from abandonment at two weeks old to toxic relationships, five marriages, and a reputation as the “biggest bitch” in town—and came out the other side a millionaire entrepreneur leading tens of thousands of women. 

Victoria is here to share why women are the secret sauce your business needs, not just for the warm fuzzies but for cold, hard results.

We’re talking culture that keeps people loyal, work ethic that doesn’t quit, and a nurturing vibe that turns an office into a tribe. Plus, she’s spilling the tea on how to spot the red flags so you don’t end up with a lawsuit instead of a rockstar employee.

“Women are the pillars of our household. So if we’re the pillars of our household, what could we do in your business?” ~ Victoria Isais

Connect with Victoria Isais:

📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/queenupnow 

Connect with Preston Brown:

- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

- 👤Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown

- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

- ▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

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Let’s talk about something most people don’t realize:

You can be rich and still feel broke. You can be successful and still feel not enough. You can save lives every day—and still wonder if you’re failing as a husband, father, or friend.

In this episode, I sit down with my long-time friend Dr. Richard Farnam, a top-tier gynecological robotic surgeon, YouTube educator, and self-proclaimed lifelong learner.

But this episode isn’t about fancy titles or flashy accolades.

It’s about the real stuff. Like growing up poor in rural Wisconsin, wrestling with a scarcity mindset that doesn’t quit, and realizing that being the best surgeon in the world doesn’t excuse you for being a shitty dad or an absent husband.

We talk about burnout, what most doctors get wrong about money, why success without family is empty, and how mastery, gratitude, and curiosity can save more than just your bank account.

Dr. Rich also breaks down how robotic surgery revolutionized women’s healthcare, the truth about doctors and wealth, and why niching down is the most underrated key to financial freedom, both inside and outside of medicine.

“ Being the top best surgeon does not excuse you from being the top best husband and the top best father.” - Dr. Richard Farnam.

Connect with Dr. Richard Farnam (a.k.a. Dr. Rich):

- 🌐Website: https://farnammd.com/ 

- ▶️YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DoctorRich 

- 👤TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealdoctorrich 

Connect with Preston Brown:

- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

- 👤Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown

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Let me ask you something…

Would you sit through a movie where nothing goes wrong, no one struggles, and everything turns out just fine? Of course not. That’s not a story—it’s a snoozefest. So why are so many entrepreneurs trying to build a business like that?

In this episode, I’m sharing why controversy isn’t something you should avoid. It’s something you should leverage. Controversy is human. It’s messy, emotional, and powerful. And when you know how to use it right, it becomes your greatest asset in business.

People don’t follow you because you're polished and perfect. They follow you because you solve real problems, and real problems come wrapped in controversy. The more honest you are about the struggles you help people overcome, the more magnetic your brand becomes.

I’m sharing how to use your truth to build trust, how to tell stories that actually sell, and why the most successful entrepreneurs lean into what others run from.

"People are not gonna follow you because they just love your beautiful, immortal soul. They're gonna follow you because you solve a problem, and you do it in an epic way." ~ Preston Brown

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Ever get hit up with a pitch that sounds good, but deep down you’re not sure it’s worth your time, energy, or money?

Here’s how I cut through the noise.

In this episode, I break down the three filters I use before I invest in anything—whether it’s a business deal, a charity, or even a new use of my time. I call them the Three P’s: Productivity, Profitability, and Purpose.

And trust me, once you start applying these lenses to every opportunity, you’ll make smarter decisions, avoid the con artists, and stay aligned with what actually matters.

We’re talking about more than just cash flow here. This is how you protect your time, your energy, and your long-term peace of mind.

Whether you're dealing with a real estate pitch, a golf hobby, or someone trying to sell you “business coaching,” these three P's will tell you everything you need to know.

" Whenever you're investing in a deal, you're not just investing in the deal. You're investing in the person and their purpose. Otherwise, it has to be built around your purpose." ~ Preston Brown

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You know that uneasy feeling when you’re pretty sure your team is dropping leads—but the spreadsheets look “fine,” the phone logs are “somewhere,” and everyone swears the last CRM “didn’t fit the workflow”?

Been there. That’s why I pulled my own chief technology officer, Zach Abrams, out from behind the screens and onto the mic. Zach took my companies from software chaos (think six-figure bloatware bills and zero accountability) to a tight, data-driven machine that grew our home-building division 67% in the worst housing market in 35 years.

We dive into the nitty gritty of when to hire a tech team, how to vet the right people, and why forcing adoption is the only way to make those expensive investments actually pay off.

Zach also shares his take on the future of AI, what it means for the job market, and how businesses can stay ahead of the curve without blowing their budgets on unnecessary bells and whistles.

“These tools are going to augment every industry. There isn’t going to be a single sector untouched by AI and technology.” ~Zach Abrams

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Not gonna lie—there’s a lot of noise right now about whether the sky is falling or we’re headed into the greatest bull run ever.

Here’s what I really think…

In this episode, I break down the key threats I see in 2025. Labor data you’ve probably never heard explained like this, the debt traps most entrepreneurs are walking straight into, and why I think we’re not facing a full-on recession, but something even trickier. A stall.

Because if you’re running your business on yesterday’s game plan, or you’re hoping the Fed or the next President is gonna magically turn everything around, you’re setting yourself up to lose.

This is what you need to know about interest rates, credit bubbles, broken labor data, commercial real estate risk, stock market overconfidence, and how to position your money where it actually has a shot at growing in an inflation-driven economy.

I’m not just talking theory here. These are the plays I’m personally making to hedge for chaos and lean into opportunity at the same time.

"Getting prepared for a potential economic downturn in 2025 is something every entrepreneur should be doing. You wanna ensure you're not caught in the chaos if something comes up." ~ Preston Brown

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- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

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You’ve heard it all before—cut rates are coming, inflation’s cooling, the Fed has it under control.

Except… they don’t.

In this episode, I’m giving it to you straight. The markets are moving, the Fed is fumbling, and we’re about to enter one of the most strategic windows for building wealth we’ve had in years.

Not only am I stacking real estate like crazy right now, but I’m also watching how the bond flight, housing pressure, and global power shifts are creating ripple effects you can capitalize on if you stop waiting for perfect conditions.

Here’s the truth: you're not gonna win this next round of wealth building by sitting on the sidelines hoping Powell figures it out. And you're definitely not gonna win by waiting for the next headline to tell you what to do.

So I’m breaking it down—why housing’s getting hammered (but why that’s good news), how Trump vs. Powell might just become your favorite economic catalyst, what’s really going on with China, Ukraine, India, and the markets, and the plays I’m personally making right now with my own money.

"What's the best time to buy? Between now and the next six to nine months, and after that, you're probably gonna lose your opportunity to get the best bottom dollar deal." ~ Preston Brown

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- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

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Ever feel like you’re meant for more, but you’re quietly shrinking to keep the peace, or avoid looking like you want too much?

Lee Richter was never one to dim her light. From child star in national commercials to high-powered boardrooms with Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi, Lee learned how to own her space without compromising her heart, and she’s here to show you how.

This episode might just change the way you think about your own story. Lee drops real, grounded wisdom on how to reparent yourself, how to recognize the “glass ceilings” you’ve built in your own head, and how to use emotional intelligence to shift out of fear and into power.

And here’s the kicker. She doesn’t just talk about winning: she lives it. With 50+ awards, thriving businesses, and an impact-for-good foundation, Lee is proof that leading with love is revolutionary.

We talk power, money, fear, femininity, boardrooms, and why your environment will make or break your future.

“ Even with money, have a relationship that you want. Have a relationship that is welcoming to money, giving it a job, giving it a purpose.” — Lee Richter

Connect with Lee:

- Website - https://goasklee.com/ 

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/goasklee 

- YouTube - www.youtube.com/@GoAskLee 

- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/goasklee/ 

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Some moments force you to ask bigger questions—about who you are, what you’re carrying, and whether the pressure you feel is helping you grow or keeping you stuck.

This is where Cody Jefferson thrives.

He’s not the kind of guy who shows up with surface-level inspiration. Cody is a former pastor, a father, a husband, and a man who has sat with more grief than most ever will. And somehow, instead of shutting down, he shows up stronger, more grounded, and more grace-filled than ever.

In this episode, we discuss identity, trauma, and the belief systems entrepreneurs build around chaos. We also discuss what happens when you stop trying to be “useful” in order to earn love and finally learn to receive it just as you are.

Discover what it means to walk through the fire and come out more whole.

“You just have to choose who you want to be. We make choices every single day, and the choices we make—and the actions we take—ultimately confirm our beliefs.” - Cody Jefferson.

Connect with Cody Jefferson:

- Website: https://www.codyjefferson.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyjefferson/  

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/codyjeffersonofficial 

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There’s a weird thing that happens when entrepreneurs start making money. They think making money is the goal, but no one ever shows them how to keep it.

That’s where today’s guest comes in.

Justin Maxwell isn’t your typical tax guy. He doesn’t just look at numbers—he looks at your entire financial structure and re-engineers it so you don’t just survive the IRS… you thrive.

This episode is a must-listen if you're a six or seven-figure entrepreneur still operating like a W-2 employee and wondering why your wealth isn’t compounding the way it should. 

Justin breaks down why most entrepreneurs are set up to lose and how to flip the script by building a real wealth team, turning your income into assets, and protecting yourself from future financial landmines.

We talk about taxes, cashflow vs. asset businesses, financial trauma, and how orthodox beliefs about money may be silently draining your future.

“Entrepreneurs hate being seen as W-2 people. But then they go to professionals who treat them like W-2s, and they get W-2 results.” ~ Justin Maxwell

Connect with Justin Maxwell:

- Website – https://biglifefinancial.com/ 

- Phone – (801) 882-1377

- LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinmaxwellwealthpreserve/ 

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Most of us are hustling so hard, we forget to ask one crucial question:

What kind of energy are we actually building our business with?

In this episode, I’m sharing something I’ve rarely shared publicly. Not tactics. Not tools. Not formulas. Energy.

The day my business truly took off wasn’t the day I cracked a new strategy. It was the day I changed the energy I was bringing into the room. 

Because I built my first businesses on fear—fear of being broke, fear of being cheated, fear of not being enough. And guess what? That fear showed up in my business, in my team, in the lawsuits, in the chaos.

But something happens when you start leading with love, joy, and purpose instead of pain. When you stop proving and start being. When you stop clinging to hierarchy and start connecting with your heart.

I’m talking about a complete identity-level shift, from a high-achieving entrepreneur to a heart-centered creator.

This episode is for the ones ready to stop managing by crisis and start creating from a deeper, truer place.

“Whatever energy got you here, thank it. Honor it. But move through it.” ~ Preston Brown

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- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

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The most powerful movements don’t start in boardrooms. They start in backyards, in broken places, and with people who refuse to accept the hand they were dealt.

Carlos Reyes gets that.

He didn’t just talk about ownership—he earned it. From watching his mom hustle across the border and flipping bread and bagging groceries as a child, Carlos turned a story of absence, survival, and sacrifice into a mission of empowerment for an entire generation of entrepreneurs.

In this episode, we dig into identity, grit, and what it really means to build wealth with intention. Carlos opens up about what it was like crossing the border through a fence, being separated from his mother, building real estate empires, and why Mexican Americans must reclaim ownership, not just of business, but of self-worth, legacy, and the future of American industry.

This one’s got edge, purpose, and power. You’re going to feel it in your gut.

“Ignorance has been our biggest oppressor for centuries. Financial literacy, credit building, business scaling—these weren’t things we had access to, and it’s time we change that.” ~Carlos Reyes

Connect with Carlos Reyes:

- 🌐 Website - https://allinnation.com/carlos

- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carlosreyes/ 

- 🎥 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialCarlosReyes 

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Starting a business with your spouse sounds like a recipe for disaster—or a dream come true.

For Samantha and Michael Guthrie, it was both.

They lost their jobs on the same day, risked their last $2,000 on a single ATM machine, and built an eight-figure company from that single bet. No investors. No fancy office. Just grit, systems, and a shared refusal to live life on someone else’s terms.

In this episode, we get real about what it takes to scale a business while building a marriage that actually works. We go deep into business efficiency, partner dynamics, industry disruption, and why listening—not selling—is the key to making millions.

They didn’t just build a company. They redefined what a lean business looks like. And somehow, through all of it, they came out stronger—both in love and in the bank.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to scale with your spouse, you need to hear this.

“ When you do what you love to do and serve the right clientele, you don't have to worry about money. Money finds you, it just shows up..” ~ Michael Guthrie

Connect with Samantha Guthrie:

- 🌐 Website - https://samanthaguthrie.net

- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/samanthaguthrieiam 

Connect with Michael Guthrie:

- 🌐 Website - https://pacificcapitalllc.com

- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikeguthrieinvestor/

- 📞 Phone - (509) 270-6701

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Brandon Poulin didn’t follow a playbook.

He joined a network marketing company at 17, scaled a business to 180 employees, built a women’s health brand that did over $200 million in revenue—and somehow, through it all, found his way back to peace, purpose, and freedom.

But it wasn’t all wins. He crashed. Rebuilt. Crashed again. He felt the pressure of performance, the intensity of leadership, and the pain of identity loss when the algorithm tanked his company’s growth mid-acquisition. And yet… he came out of it wiser. Less obsessed with money, more focused on joy, presence, and impact.

In this episode, we dig into the real stuff, like what it’s actually like to lose millions after expecting a $100M exit, what changes when you hit financial freedom early, why building a business with your wife changes everything, and how to stop squeezing the life out of life.

If you’ve ever built something and felt empty… or wondered what comes after the exit… or wanted to build wealth without losing yourself… this episode is for you.

“I didn’t really make any money until I started giving it away.” ~ Brandon Poulin

Connect with Brandon Poulin:

📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/realbrandonpoulin 

👤 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/realbrandonpoulin 

🎙 Podcast: Big Business Mistakes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-business-mistakes/id1678354329 

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Justin Donald is a master of passive income and wealth creation. He didn’t start with a trust fund, but rather a drive to turn problems into profits. From a blue-collar upbringing to managing millions in investments, Justin has navigated the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, ultimately focusing on what really matters: financial freedom, relationships, and personal growth.

In this episode, we explore Justin's unique approach to investing, how he shifted his mindset from grinding to working smarter, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. Justin also shares key insights from his book The Lifestyle Investor, a game-changing guide to passive income and building wealth.

If you’ve ever wondered how to achieve true financial freedom, navigate the complexities of wealth-building, or build genuine relationships that create lasting value, this episode is for you.

"Real wealth comes from time freedom, not just net worth." ~ Justin Donald

Connect with Justin Donald:

-📷 Instagram - @justindonald

-📘 Website - The Lifestyle Investor

-🎙 Podcast - The Lifestyle Investor Podcast

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Jennifer Hudye didn’t have a silver spoon or a straight path. She grew up in a tiny Canadian farming town of 500 people, surrounded by fields and family businesses, determined to carve her own way. From bootstrapping a copywriting agency that served giants like Tony Robbins and Dave Asprey to building Vision Driven, where she’s now helped over 700 entrepreneurs craft vivid visions for their lives and businesses, Jennifer’s story is one of hustle, heart, and unrelenting belief in what’s possible.

But it wasn’t easy. She faced the fear of failure, the pressure of proving herself, and the chaos of a world where tech is rewriting the rules faster than we can keep up. 

In this episode, we look at how she turned fear into fuel, why a clear vision is the secret weapon of every great leader, and how to paint a future so compelling it pulls you and everyone around you toward it. We even put her on the spot to coach me through my own vision, and let me tell you, she delivered.

Let’s dive in!

“ You've got to be a little bit crazy in a sense to create something out of nothing and be willing to go all in and be okay with a certain amount of risk.” ~ Jennifer Hudye

Connect with Jennifer Hudye:

- 🌐 Website - https://visiondrivenglobal.com 

- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jennhudye/ 

- 👤Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JenniferRHudye 

- ▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@JenniferHudye24 

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Payment processing isn’t just a back-end service. It’s the one decision that could either protect or wipe out your entire business. Brad Weimert learned that the hard way and then turned it into an empire.

Brad is the founder of Easy Pay Direct, the company entrepreneurs call when Stripe locks up their money and critical cash flow disappears. He’s also a sharp real estate investor, a podcast host, and one of the most strategic thinkers I’ve ever had on this show when it comes to building actual freedom.

But that’s not where he started.

Brad went from a rebellious teen at odds with the law to running a multimillion-dollar business that now helps thousands of entrepreneurs keep more of what they earn. In this episode, we unpack how he started his business journey, how a $250K loss became his best investment, and why B2B businesses create your biggest advantage: valuable relationships.

We even get into what founders often misunderstand about control, and why personal growth always leads the way!

“The most important thing you can do in life is be true to your word. I don’t care what it is. If you say you’re going to do something, do it.”

~ Brad Weimert

Connect with Brad Weimert:

- Beyond a Million Podcast – https://beyondamillion.com 

- YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@Beyondamillion 

- Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/bradweimert/ 

- Easy Pay Direct – https://easypaydirect.com 

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- Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

- Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

Starting a business is hard. Doing a business partnership with your best friend? That’s a different level of challenge. 

Jana Gavin and Jordan Cobb didn’t just figure it out. They’ve built something most entrepreneurs dream about: a thriving company and an unshakable friendship.

In this episode, we unpack what makes a partnership work without losing the people, the peace, or the purpose. We get into the unspoken stress of mismatched expectations, how to create space for grace, and what every entrepreneur needs to know before going into business with someone they love.

This one’s for founders who care about building something real without burning every bridge along the way.

“Friendship comes first, and that’s what we’ve gotta work through before we can work through the business stuff.”~ Jana Gavin

Connect with Jana & Jordan:

- IVitamin Lounge website - https://ivitamintherapy.com/ 

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ivitaminatx/ 

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ivitamintherapy 

- YouTube -  https://www.youtube.com/@IVitaminTherapy 

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- Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

- Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

Real estate competition can be brutal, and sometimes the fiercest rival ends up becoming your greatest ally.

Mario Ayala’s story runs through call centers, aggressive training at Saratoga Homes, high-stakes coups for builder accounts, legal battles, and even a billboard war outside my office window. What began as fights and lawsuits eventually transformed into respect, friendship, and now collaboration as Mario launches his own home-building company.

In this episode, we unpack the truth behind rivalries in real estate, why most brokerages collapse under pressure, and what it takes to reinvent yourself when the market is shifting fast. We get into the lessons and the surprising reason enemies can sometimes make the best business partners.

This one is for anyone who feels stuck in the brokerage grind, questions the future of real estate, and wonders how to turn setbacks into a launchpad for something bigger.

"I'm always the type that if I have something to learn from someone, no matter who it is, I'll listen." ~ Mario Ayala

Connect with Mario Ayala:

Websites: https://mario-ayala.com/ and https://mrghomebuilders.com/ 

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

Connect with Preston Brown:

- Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

- Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach

Some careers are built on luck. Others are built on showing up, outlasting every obstacle, and learning fast.

Viviana Ronquillo’s story is the second kind: a journey from filing papers in a conference room to leading over 20 companies, managing hundreds of employees, and co-owning multi-million-dollar real estate portfolios.

In this episode, we talk about the mindset shifts that transform you into the kind of leader people follow without hesitation. We get into why trust is earned slowly, how to handle “train wreck” problems without losing confidence, and what it takes to run multiple businesses without burning out or losing your values.

This one’s for anyone who feels undervalued at work, knows they’re capable of more, and wants the playbook for stepping into real leadership.

"I've learned that as a CEO, and getting people to buy into what you're trying to do, you need to listen." ~ Viviana Ronquillo

Connect with Preston Brown:

- Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/

- Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach