EP 193: REPLAY..Happy New Year. IF YOU want to crush your goals then DO NOT do this.
Release Date: 01/01/2025
EP 213: How To Dominate Any Industry, and In Any Market
Making Of A DM
In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what it takes to dominate any industry — in any market — no matter what’s going on around you. And here’s the truth… It’s not AI. It’s not marketing hacks. It’s not some secret strategy. It’s doing the simple things that almost nobody is willing to do consistently. I’m sharing four core components that cost you nothing to implement — but if you ignore them, your business will struggle, stall, or disappear within the next 24 months. I’m also pulling back the curtain on what I’m seeing across multiple businesses and...
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EP 212: Get $10,000,000 Cash, Tax-Free... But There's Just One Catch
Making Of A DM
In this episode, I’m going to offer you something most people think they want… $10,000,000 cash — tax free. But there’s one catch: You don’t wake up tomorrow. Would you take the deal? Of course not. And that’s exactly the point. In this episode, I’m challenging you to rethink how you value your time, your life, and the opportunities sitting right in front of you every single day. Because if you wouldn’t trade your life for $10M… then why are you treating your days like they’re worth so much less? I also take you behind the scenes of a last-minute, $45,000 trip I made...
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EP 211: The Brutal Truth About Why Your Business Is Stuck
Making Of A DM
In this episode, I’m breaking down the brutal truth about why your business is stuck — and it’s probably not what you want to hear. It’s not the market. It’s not the economy. It’s not your CRM. It’s the fact that you’re drowning in noise instead of focusing on signal. I see so many entrepreneurs working all day, staying “busy,” and still not making money. Why? Because you’re doing things that feel like work… but don’t actually move the needle. In this episode, I walk you through the difference between signal vs. noise — and how the most successful people in the...
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EP 210: The Day I (Almost) Fired Everyone...
Making Of A DM
In this episode, I’m sharing a feeling every CEO knows all too well — the moment when you want to fire everyone and just do it all yourself. I woke up frustrated, anxious, and ready to blow things up after realizing things in the business weren’t getting done the way they should. Communication broke down. Excuses started flying. And like many leaders, my first instinct was simple: clean house and start over. But over nearly 30 years in business, I’ve learned something important — firing everyone isn’t the solution. Becoming a better CEO is. In this episode, I pull back the curtain...
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EP 209: 95% Talk Big. 5% Execute. Which One Are You?
Making Of A DM
In this episode, I’m back after seven months away from the mic — as I've been hard into a brand new industry. And I just got back from our Deal Maker Alliance event in Nashville — where we raised over $113,000 for charity in just 30 minutes. I’ve got one big question for you: What did you want to be when you we're growing up? I watched 25 kids confidently stand up and declare their dreams. Astronauts. Athletes. Entrepreneurs. No hesitation. No fear. Then I looked at the adults in the room… and saw how many have quietly stopped dreaming. In this episode, I’m...
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EP 208: Clarity, Cash, and Conversation: What I Discovered Over Lunch with 2 Billionaires
Making Of A DM
In this episode, I’m diving deep into why most people stay stuck—foggy about their goals, unclear on their direction, and spinning their wheels doing “work” that doesn’t actually move the needle. I’ll break down how to take control of your life by getting radically honest about what you don’t want, why intentionality matters more than hustle, and how community, clarity, and reflection will change the game. You don’t need another to-do list—you need a vision. One that’s backed by strategic action, daily accountability, and a burning desire to make the next 365 days count....
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EP 206: The Alpha Male Lie: Why Most Business Coaches are Broke... Fake... and Full of It!
Making Of A DM
In this powerful episode, Mark Evans DM takes a hard look at the modern “alpha male” narrative—and calls BS on it. Success isn’t about yelling the loudest, flashing material wins, or living up to some social media-fueled idea of masculinity. It’s about authentic leadership, personal growth, being a great husband and father, and living with purpose. Mark shares why chasing validation through status and image is a losing game—and how real fulfillment comes from building strong relationships, serving your community, and owning who you are. If you’ve ever felt...
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EP 207: You Can't Think BIG Around Small Minded People...
Making Of A DM
In this episode, I’m breaking down why your environment is either fueling your business or flat-out killing it. I’ll share the hard truth: if you’re still hanging around small thinkers, undercharging, and trying to do it all alone—you’re not building a business, you’re babysitting a job. It’s time to elevate your circle, raise your standards, and get in the room with elite entrepreneurs who force you to grow. We’ll talk pricing, mindset, peer pressure (the good kind), and why you’ve got to invest in yourself before anyone else will. Show highlights include: Why...
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EP 205: You Don't Have To Get It Right, Just Get It Going: Just Launch The D*mn Thing!
Making Of A DM
In this episode, I’m calling out the ones hiding behind “busy work” instead of getting real results. Too many guys spend their days planning, tweaking PowerPoints, and waiting for the perfect moment - while the winners are out there talking to people and closing deals. I share hard truths and real stories that prove action beats perfection every time. If you’ve had enough of your own excuses and want to build something that matters, this is for you. Stop worrying about being flawless, start moving, and let’s get to work. Show highlights include: This is your chance...
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EP 204: Winners Post, Losers Lurk: Sitting On The Social Sideline Is Killing Your Growth. Do This And Win!
Making Of A DM
In this episode, I’ll share the raw truth about making real money when your back’s against the wall. We’re talking door-knocking, window washing, grinding through rejection, and turning simple skills into serious paydays. I’ll show you why it’s smarter to get paid than to chase the perfect business plan. If you’re ready for advice that gets cash in hand, tune in and let’s get to work. Show highlights include: Have you booked your free ticket for the DM Documentary? [01:25] Discover the power of documentation in networking [05:46] How does Mark handle online...
info_outlineHow did your year go? Did you make MORE money than your goals or did you make LESS money?
If you made LESS money, you’re making a crucial mistake.
That’s the bad news.
The good news?
Fixing this one simple mistake can add an extra 0 to your businesses this year — whether you crushed your goals or were crushed by them.
In this episode, you’ll discover what this simple mistake is and how you can fix it today.
Listen to this episode now and achieve more than you dreamed possible in 2025 and beyond.
Show highlights include:
- The weird way to transform your biggest complaints into cold, hard cash (5:09)
- How to become a massive success story — even if you’ve had all the cards stacked against you (9:49)
- The insidious way setting a New Year’s Resolution destines you for failure (and why daily and weekly goals helps you achieve your craziest dreams) (10:38)
- Why having bigger goals than your money-making vehicle frustrates you, burns you out, and makes it IMPOSSIBLE to make millions (17:13)
- How changing your business “category” adds another 0 to your bank account (even if you don’t change anything else in your business) (19:42)
- Zillow’s and McDonald’s almost-too-simple business secret that transformed them into billion dollar companies (23:05)
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Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark’s journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he’s learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.
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