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The Hard Truth About Starting and Scaling a Small Business

Release Date: 08/22/2025

How I Bought a Business, Built a Global Team, and Survived Internet Hate

The Sweaty Startup

I went from running a student storage company out of college to owning 63 self-storage facilities, building a global team across five continents, and acquiring a multi-million dollar recruiting business. In this episode, I sat down with Will Smith and Niklas from Acquiring Minds to break down how I structure deals, why offshoring changed everything for my operations, and how I think about building in public, despite the hate that comes with it. We also talk through the tradeoffs of chasing internet fame vs. quietly building real businesses. This one goes deep. Grow your business: ...

How Great Founders Build Stress Tolerance and Teams That Win

The Sweaty Startup

Alisa and I dug deep into what separates great founders from the rest. We talked about building stress tolerance like a muscle, hiring people who actually care, and the difference between delegation and abdication. We also got into the trap of chasing arbitrary net worth goals and why most entrepreneurs dramatically overshoot what they really need. This episode is full of real stories, honest takes, and a look at how I think about leadership, wealth, and building companies that last. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: ...

How to Make Millions as a Solo Operator Without Building a Big Team

The Sweaty Startup

In this episode, I sat down with Rod Santomassimo to talk about building a lean, profitable business without chasing scale for the sake of ego. Rod’s a master at helping solo operators punch above their weight by focusing on systems, discipline, and value. We get into why bigger isn’t always better, how to grow revenue without growing headaches, and the underrated power of operating with clarity and intention. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost...

How Discipline at Home Builds Winners in Business and Life

The Sweaty Startup

Dustin Burnham and I sat down to talk about parenting, leadership, and the hard lessons that shape resilient people. We dug into what it really takes to raise kids who can think for themselves, handle stress, and create value in the world. From letting them feel real consequences to building habits that outlast trends, this one’s about long-term thinking, at home and in business. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage...

How to Raise Your First Invoice, Survive Chaos, and Sell Without Being Pushy

The Sweaty Startup

Building Lean Teams and Big Empires with Brandon Turner

The Sweaty Startup

Brandon and I dive deep into what it actually takes to build real businesses that last. We talk about hiring global talent, keeping overhead lean, scaling across multiple companies, and why most people overcomplicate everything. This conversation is packed with practical insights from two guys who have been through the fire and figured out how to win by keeping it simple and moving fast. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self...

How I Built a Multi-Million Dollar Company by Hiring Talent in Walmart Parking Lots

The Sweaty Startup

I sat down with Shawn Nelson to talk about what it really takes to build something that lasts. We covered everything from spotting talent in the wild to shaking every tree to raise capital. I share the story of recruiting one of my best hires in a freezing Walmart parking lot and how that same mindset applies to building wealth through sweaty startups. If you're serious about business and tired of startup fantasy, this one’s worth your time. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore...

Spotting Million Dollar Business Ideas Before Everyone Else

The Sweaty Startup

In this episode, I sit down with Greg Isenberg to talk about the types of businesses most people overlook. We get into sweaty startups, firewood delivery, nanny recruiting, Christmas light installs and how some of them quietly turn into million-dollar companies. I also share why I’ve spent over six figures on domains and why that’s one of the best investments I’ve ever made. If you're trying to figure out where the real opportunities are, this one will give you a blueprint. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My...

AI Panic, Fatherhood, and the Truth About Modern Masculinity

The Sweaty Startup

In this episode, I sat down with Zuby to talk about the deeper side of entrepreneurship, confidence, culture, and what it means to build a meaningful life in today’s world. We got into AI hype vs reality, why the health system is failing men, the societal pressure against family, and how confidence, not intelligence, is often the key to success. If you're thinking long term about wealth, health, or raising a family, this one's worth your time. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore...

The Hard Truth About Starting and Scaling a Small Business

The Sweaty Startup

I joined Rohit to break down the real path to building wealth through business. We talked about picking the right boring business, building confidence when no one gives you permission, and why consistency beats intelligence every time. This is for anyone ready to stop analyzing and start taking action. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads –...

More Episodes

Grow your business:

https://sweatystartup.com/events

Book:

https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X

Newsletter:

https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter

My Companies:

Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com

Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com

Self storage – https://boltstorage.com

RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com