The Sweaty Startup
Want to build a successful business? Packed with the principles, strategies, and methods used to grow successful companies, The Sweaty Startup will help you make your vision a reality. Hosted by successful entrepreneur Nick Huber. Short, to the point and no fluff.
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The Truth About Private Jets (Built on “Boring” Businesses)
07/12/2026
The Truth About Private Jets (Built on “Boring” Businesses)
In this episode, I break down the reality behind private jets and why the people who own them aren’t who you think. It’s not tech founders or venture backed startups. It’s operators running simple, “boring” businesses like HVAC, storage, and local services. I share how those businesses create real wealth, and how that wealth translates into true freedom like being with family when it matters and turning full day trips into a few productive hours. I also walk through exactly what it costs to own a jet, how I structured the deal, and how the management works behind the scenes. And I get into my own journey of learning to fly, what changed my perspective, and why I ultimately decided to focus on building instead of being in the cockpit. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Stop Following Your Passion (Do This If You Actually Want to Get Rich)
07/03/2026
Stop Following Your Passion (Do This If You Actually Want to Get Rich)
In this episode, I break down why “follow your passion” is some of the worst advice in entrepreneurship and what you should be doing instead if you actually want to make money. I explain how I think about choosing businesses, why boring industries like self storage and service businesses win, and how cash flow gives you leverage to solve bigger problems. I also get into what’s happening in real estate right now, why most new investors are getting it wrong, and where real opportunities are opening up as weaker players get pushed out. I share the story behind acquiring Somewhere, raising $20M, and why big opportunities are never comfortable but worth taking. And most importantly, I explain why building wealth is a long term game, not an overnight success story, and how thinking in decades instead of months changes everything. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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I Raised $30M Without Giving Up Control (How I Bought a Massive Business)
06/24/2026
I Raised $30M Without Giving Up Control (How I Bought a Massive Business)
In this episode, I break down exactly how I went from running smaller businesses to acquiring a company at scale without giving up control. I share how I built my audience, why I went all in on Somewhere instead of cashing out, and how I structured a nearly $30M deal where investors got paid first but had zero decision-making power. I talk about the pressure of using other people’s money, what I look for in massive opportunities, and why global hiring completely changed how I think about building companies. I also give my honest take on AI, where it’s overhyped, where it’s actually useful, and how I’m preparing for what’s coming next. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Why A Players Leave and How Great Leaders Actually Build Teams
06/15/2026
Why A Players Leave and How Great Leaders Actually Build Teams
In this episode, I break down how I think about hiring A players, why I move quickly on low performers, and how I build teams that can operate without me. I talk about why most leaders overcomplicate things, how slow decisions and poor standards drive great people away, and why focusing on simple, proven execution is what actually wins in business. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Why Confidence Comes From Doing Hard Things Not Thinking About Them
06/06/2026
Why Confidence Comes From Doing Hard Things Not Thinking About Them
Chris and I talked about where real confidence comes from and why you cannot fake it. I shared how doing hard things builds confidence, why networking only works after you create real value, and how most people get this backwards. We also got into leadership, why you cannot delegate too early, and my honest thoughts on AI and where it actually adds value in business today. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Why Taking Action Beats Networking and Overthinking in Business
05/28/2026
Why Taking Action Beats Networking and Overthinking in Business
Ryan and I talked about what actually separates people who build successful businesses from those who stay stuck thinking about it. We got into the mindset that drives real entrepreneurs, why urgency and action matter more than perfect planning, and how most people misunderstand networking. I shared the lesson a mentor taught me early in my career about sales being at the center of everything in business and in life. We also discussed how real opportunities come from doing the work first, building real skills, and creating value that makes people want to work with you. The conversation also touches on leadership, hiring great people in the wild, and why surrounding yourself with people who are winning is one of the fastest ways to grow. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Why Sales and Simple Service Businesses Still Win in Entrepreneurship
05/19/2026
Why Sales and Simple Service Businesses Still Win in Entrepreneurship
Austin and I talked about what entrepreneurship actually looks like when you start from nothing. I shared how my first business began by simply trading my time for money and why learning sales is the foundation of building any company. We discussed the early hustle behind Storage Squad, including chalk marketing on college campuses and hiring great people in unexpected places, along with the moment founders need to start delegating so they can focus on growth. We also got into leadership, decision making, and why removing low performers is critical to building strong teams, along with how global hiring has become one of the biggest advantages across the companies I run today. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Building Through Chaos: Raising Capital, Buying Somewhere, and Betting on Global Talent
05/10/2026
Building Through Chaos: Raising Capital, Buying Somewhere, and Betting on Global Talent
In this episode with Peter, I break down what really happened behind the scenes after buying Somewhere and scaling Bolt Storage through one of the most chaotic real estate markets in years. We talk about the pressure that comes with raising outside capital, why discipline in underwriting saved us when rates doubled, and how slowing down in storage led me to double down on building a global talent machine. I share the hard lessons from rebranding, losing SEO overnight, restructuring an entire leadership team, and rebuilding the company around South African executives and performance driven systems. We also dive into why sales talent is the most expensive leverage in America and how building worldwide teams has become my biggest operational edge. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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The Cash Flow Game: Playing the Odds in Business and Life
05/01/2026
The Cash Flow Game: Playing the Odds in Business and Life
In this conversation with Roohi, I break down why most entrepreneurs are chasing the wrong game. We talk about starting with the end in mind, setting a personal cash flow number, and building boring businesses that actually stack the odds in your favor. I explain why speed is your only real advantage as a founder, how momentum compounds over time, and why making 30K a month in a proven business beats swinging for a billion dollar moonshot most people will never hit. We also dive into confidence, communication, college, and how practicing discomfort early in life builds the muscle you need to win long term. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Irrational Confidence, Extreme Ownership and Building Real Leverage
04/23/2026
Irrational Confidence, Extreme Ownership and Building Real Leverage
In this episode with Chris and Chris, I talk about overcoming doubt, building irrational confidence, and using fear setting to make hard decisions less scary. We unpack lessons from chaotic early business seasons, anxiety filled moments, and the mindset shift toward extreme ownership that changed everything for me. We also cover leverage through hiring, auditing your time, focusing on sales and marketing, raising resilient kids, and why success means watering every garden in your life not just business. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Why Struggle Is the Point
04/13/2026
Why Struggle Is the Point
Jamie and I talked about why struggle is not something to avoid but something to embrace. We got into parenting, confidence, health, balance, and why giving yourself permission matters more than waiting for approval. We discussed what a good life actually looks like, how pressure shapes better people, and why playing the long game across generations is more meaningful than chasing status or shortcuts. This episode is about values, responsibility, and becoming someone your kids can be proud of. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Why Most Entrepreneurs Burn Out and How to Actually Build a Life You Want
04/04/2026
Why Most Entrepreneurs Burn Out and How to Actually Build a Life You Want
Nick Aufenkamp and I dug into the real reasons most entrepreneurs end up overwhelmed, broke, or miserable. We talked about delegation, generational wealth, and why the “boring” businesses often lead to the most freedom. I shared how I built leverage through international hiring, what I look for when choosing a game worth playing, and why long-term stress and sacrifice only make sense if you're chasing the right outcome. This is one of the most honest conversations I’ve had about work, family, and building a business that actually improves your life. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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How I Built Businesses By Choosing Better Odds And Doing Hard Things
03/26/2026
How I Built Businesses By Choosing Better Odds And Doing Hard Things
Trevor and I talked through how I build real businesses by choosing better odds instead of chasing hype. I shared how I started from zero, tested demand with simple tactics, and why boring proven ideas beat trying to be the one in a thousand startup. We also covered pricing, firing bad customers, using data over ego, and why business never gets easier, you just get stronger. From building companies to raising kids who can handle discomfort, this episode is about doing hard things and winning because of it. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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How I Built a Life Around Freedom and Used Boring Businesses to Fund It
03/17/2026
How I Built a Life Around Freedom and Used Boring Businesses to Fund It
Mikk and I sat down to talk about what it really means to build a business that supports the life you want instead of trapping you in a cycle of stress and burnout. I walked him through the lessons I’ve learned from operating service companies, investing in real estate, and hiring globally to lower overhead. We got into how I’ve used boring, simple businesses to build leverage, why momentum is the most dangerous drug in entrepreneurship, and how I protect my time so I can focus on what matters. We also talked about content, writing the book, and the pressure that comes with growing a holdco while staying grounded. This episode is about discipline, delayed gratification, and building a system that gives you real freedom. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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How I Built Wealth by Doing the Boring Work That Actually Pays
03/09/2026
How I Built Wealth by Doing the Boring Work That Actually Pays
Matt and I talked about the kind of businesses that actually build wealth and why most people overlook them chasing trends that never pay off. I shared my story from Storage Squad to Somewhere and broke down how trading time for money is still the best place to start. We talked about the real odds of success, what Silicon Valley gets wrong, how to think about leverage, and when to finally hire so you can get back to doing high-value work. This one’s about clarity, execution, and doing what actually works in the real world Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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How I Built Wealth Doing Boring Work Most People Ignore
02/28/2026
How I Built Wealth Doing Boring Work Most People Ignore
Cody and I dug into the real side of entrepreneurship, what it actually takes to build wealth without chasing shiny ideas. I shared why I walked away from the tech startup fantasy and leaned into simple businesses that solve real problems. We talked through the ten minute drill, how I evaluate opportunity in any town, and why people waste years building businesses with zero demand. I broke down why your first business is about reps and skill acquisition, not money, and how boring work like tree removal or survey work can set you up for financial freedom faster than chasing passive income. This is a full breakdown of how to think like an operator, what the real wealthy people actually do, and why momentum is everything. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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How James Laidlaw Built InHomeGolf into a Multi Million Dollar Business
02/22/2026
How James Laidlaw Built InHomeGolf into a Multi Million Dollar Business
This is the full conversation I had with James Laidlaw about how he walked away from a high-paying commission job and built InHome Golf from scratch. We broke down how he scaled a golf simulator business during COVID, reinvested everything back into growth, and navigated the chaos that comes with explosive customer demand. Here’s a photo of my simulator setup that James’s company installed for me. & Here’s 22 other things that have that materially improved my quality of life: If you want to reach out to James, email him at If you’ve ever thought about leaving your job or building a business of your own, this episode shows you what it actually looks like behind the scenes. Big thanks to James for joining the show. Check out InHome Golf here. I highly recommend them: Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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How to Get Unstuck and Build a Career You Actually Want
02/18/2026
How to Get Unstuck and Build a Career You Actually Want
Brian and I got into what it really takes to make progress when you're stuck in a job, a business, or a mindset that’s not working. We talked about how people overanalyze and under-execute, why momentum matters more than motivation, and the mindset shifts that helped me stop chasing the perfect idea and start stacking wins. I shared the story of how I built my early businesses, how I tested ideas without overcommitting, and how you can take control of your career path by doing common things uncommonly well. This one is for anyone who feels like they’re waiting for permission to start. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Why I Stopped Chasing Billion Dollar Ideas and Started Optimizing for Real Freedom
02/09/2026
Why I Stopped Chasing Billion Dollar Ideas and Started Optimizing for Real Freedom
Corey and I got into what actually matters when you're building a business and a life. We talked about what true wealth looks like beyond the money, why health and time freedom matter more than status, and how I’m thinking about the next 10 years. I broke down how I approach business growth, the truth about AI and electricity, and what most entrepreneurs get wrong about lifestyle creep. We also got into some honest talk about luck, operating skill, and why doing simple things well beats chasing the next big thing. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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The One Deal That Changed My Life and What Wealth Really Means
01/31/2026
The One Deal That Changed My Life and What Wealth Really Means
Jules and I talked about what building real wealth actually looks like and how most people completely misunderstand what it takes. I walked through the early days of Storage Squad, the financial mistakes that nearly broke me, and the pressure of borrowing millions before I knew what I was doing. We got into how one boring self-storage deal changed the entire trajectory of my life, why simple execution beats revolutionary ideas, and how I’ve kept my personal burn rate low even as my income scaled. This episode is about the long game, how momentum compounds, and why the most important number in your life isn’t your net worth, it’s your monthly freedom number. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Why Simplicity Beats Scale in Building a Profitable Business
01/22/2026
Why Simplicity Beats Scale in Building a Profitable Business
I broke down my full trajectory from broke college kid to owning a portfolio of companies bringing in hundreds of thousands a month. I shared the hardest moments, crying on a Boston sidewalk after wrecked trucks and bad reviews, and why most people underestimate how brutal the stress can get. We got into the financial whiplash that comes with entrepreneurship, how I think about lifestyle creep, and why I still live like it could all vanish. I also walked through how I reinvested everything after my first seven-figure refinance, how I think about net worth vs cash flow, and what it actually costs to run my life, including the plane. If you want the unfiltered version of how I built this, this episode is it. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Why Most People Fail at Business and How to Spot Opportunities That Actually Win
01/13/2026
Why Most People Fail at Business and How to Spot Opportunities That Actually Win
Jared and I got into the real truth behind why most people struggle to build a real business. I walked him through how I learned to operate, how I built my hiring systems, and why delegation and simple execution beat complicated ideas every single time. We talked about the mistakes entrepreneurs make when they overthink instead of taking action, how I built teams inside my portfolio companies, and why international hiring changed everything for me. I also broke down how I evaluate markets, how I test demand in ten minutes, and why most people should start with boring businesses before they even think about buying a company. This is the most honest breakdown of what actually works and what never does. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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From Debt to Millions Through Ownership
01/04/2026
From Debt to Millions Through Ownership
In this episode, I sat down with Andrew Giancola to talk about what actually builds wealth, ownership, leverage, and playing long-term games. We got into the mindset shifts that helped me go from a service business to raising tens of millions of dollars, and how Andrew made the leap from financial stress to financial freedom. This conversation is packed with lessons for anyone serious about escaping the treadmill and building something that lasts. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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How to Win in Business Without Getting Trapped in Your Own Job
12/26/2025
How to Win in Business Without Getting Trapped in Your Own Job
I sat down with Amy Calandrino to talk about one of the biggest traps in small business, owning a job instead of an asset. We unpacked the real difference between momentum and just being stuck on a treadmill, how real estate can either unlock freedom or bury you, and why most people overcomplicate entrepreneurship. If you’re serious about building something durable, not just flashy, this conversation is worth your time. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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How I Raised Twenty Million to Take Control of a Fifty Million Dollar Company
12/17/2025
How I Raised Twenty Million to Take Control of a Fifty Million Dollar Company
Tom and I talk about the moment I turned down a multimillion dollar cash-out offer and instead decided to raise twenty million dollars and buy control of Somewhere.com. I walk through how that deal came together, how I borrowed nine million from the founder, structured the investor tranches, and rebuilt the leadership team while still running Bolt Storage and RE Cost Seg. We get into why I believed the company could become a publicly traded business and how my media brand helped me raise over forty million for storage, somewhere and other deals. I also explain how I split my time across multiple companies, why I spend 350k a year on my personal media team, and how building a brand on X completely accelerated my career. This episode is about unreasonable ambition, calculated risk and making moves even when nobody gives you permission. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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How I Pulled Off a $52M Acquisition | with Acquiring Minds
12/14/2025
How I Pulled Off a $52M Acquisition | with Acquiring Minds
This is the full conversation I had with Will Smith and Niklas James on the Acquiring Minds podcast in April of 2025. We broke down how I bought , how I run my real estate private equity firm, and how I leverage offshore talent to scale revenue while saving costs. We discussed how I think about building teams, why sales is the foundation of all businesses, and why buying a company isn’t a shortcut, it’s a challenge most people aren’t ready for.If you're thinking about buying a business, this episode will show you the side of acquisitions people rarely talk about. Big thanks to Will Smith for having me on, follow him here: Check out more of his work here: Also shoutout to Niklas James from Minds Capital for co-hosting this conversation with Will. In the intro, I mentioned that you should check out this episode from Acquiring Minds that came out just before Thanksgiving, episode 407 with Linh Tran. He quit corporate, bought a small HVAC business, scaled it, and now makes over $5M a year with a CEO running it for him. It's a really good episode: Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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From Chaos to Capital: How I Built Wealth Through Grit and Smart Bets
12/08/2025
From Chaos to Capital: How I Built Wealth Through Grit and Smart Bets
Nick Lamagna and I sat down to talk about what really happens when you're in the trenches, when the deals are falling apart, the pressure’s on, and you’re questioning everything. We got into the difference between chasing shiny objects and building real wealth through boring businesses, why the best opportunities aren’t always the loudest, and how who you surround yourself with can either push you forward or keep you stuck. If you’re trying to figure out how to play the long game in business and life, this one’s worth your time. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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Controversial Takes That Might Save Your Life
11/28/2025
Controversial Takes That Might Save Your Life
Elijah and I dive into some of my most controversial takes, things I believe today that most people will agree with in 20 years. From mouth breathing and marriage to AI and heart disease, this episode is packed with stuff nobody’s talking about but probably should be. No fluff, just sharp takes and honest conversation. Grow your business: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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How I Bought a Business, Built a Global Team, and Survived Internet Hate
11/18/2025
How I Bought a Business, Built a Global Team, and Survived Internet Hate
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: Book: Newsletter: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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How Great Founders Build Stress Tolerance and Teams That Win
11/08/2025
How Great Founders Build Stress Tolerance and Teams That Win
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: My Companies: Offshore recruiting – Cost segregation – Self storage – RE development – Brokerage – Paid ads – SEO – Insurance – Pest control – Sell a business: Buy a business: Invest with me: Social Profiles: X – Instagram – TikTok – LinkedIn – Podcasts: The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
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