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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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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How to Make Millions as a Solo Operator Without Building a Big Team
10/29/2025
How to Make Millions as a Solo Operator Without Building a Big Team
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 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 Discipline at Home Builds Winners in Business and Life
10/19/2025
How Discipline at Home Builds Winners in Business and Life
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 – 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 Raise Your First Invoice, Survive Chaos, and Sell Without Being Pushy
10/09/2025
How to Raise Your First Invoice, Survive Chaos, and Sell Without Being Pushy
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Building Lean Teams and Big Empires with Brandon Turner
09/30/2025
Building Lean Teams and Big Empires with Brandon Turner
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 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 Multi-Million Dollar Company by Hiring Talent in Walmart Parking Lots
09/20/2025
How I Built a Multi-Million Dollar Company by Hiring Talent in Walmart Parking Lots
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 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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Spotting Million Dollar Business Ideas Before Everyone Else
09/10/2025
Spotting Million Dollar Business Ideas Before Everyone Else
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 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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AI Panic, Fatherhood, and the Truth About Modern Masculinity
08/31/2025
AI Panic, Fatherhood, and the Truth About Modern Masculinity
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 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 Hard Truth About Starting and Scaling a Small Business
08/22/2025
The Hard Truth About Starting and Scaling a Small Business
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 – 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 Start, Scale, and Win Without Playing the VC Game
08/13/2025
How to Start, Scale, and Win Without Playing the VC Game
Justin and I break down how to build real wealth starting with just 10K and no pedigree. We walk through starting boring businesses, raising capital with nothing but grit, and scaling through smart delegation and structure. We also get into how I acquired Somewhere.com and why building a media engine isn't just about attention, it's about leverage. If you're serious about business and want to skip the noise, 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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Why Most People Fail at Business and What the Winners Do Differently
08/02/2025
Why Most People Fail at Business and What the Winners Do Differently
Hannes Hennche and I break down why entrepreneurship isn't for everyone and what separates the winners from the ones who burn out. We talk about delegation, building leverage, and why following your passion is usually a trap. If you’ve ever wondered who should be running a business, how to build a team that doesn’t rely on you for every decision, and why $50/hour work with no skill beats chasing unicorns, this episode is for you. 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 Build Leverage and Scale Without Losing Control
07/24/2025
How to Build Leverage and Scale Without Losing Control
In this episode, Taylor Avakian and I break down how leverage across every part of my business, from owning multiple companies to using AI to boost performance. We talk about how to structure a team, build a system that scales, and why most people fail at delegation and hiring. It’s a real look at what it takes to grow without getting buried in the process. 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 –
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How to Build Leverage and Scale Without Losing Control
07/24/2025
How to Build Leverage and Scale Without Losing Control
In this episode, Taylor Avakian and I break down how leverage across every part of my business, from owning multiple companies to using AI to boost performance. We talk about how to structure a team, build a system that scales, and why most people fail at delegation and hiring. It’s a real look at what it takes to grow without getting buried in the process. 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 –
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How Boring Businesses Make Millions (And Why You’re Playing the Wrong Game)
07/15/2025
How Boring Businesses Make Millions (And Why You’re Playing the Wrong Game)
Louis Shulman and I break down what it really takes to build a business that prints cash. We talk sales hiring delegation finding the right market and avoiding the traps that keep most people stuck. No theory just practical lessons from the trenches. 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 –
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How Owning a Jet Changed the Way I Run My Companies
07/04/2025
How Owning a Jet Changed the Way I Run My Companies
In this episode, I sat down with Simon Turner to unpack what real entrepreneurship actually looks like, beyond the social media fluff and one of the best ways to buy your time back. We talked about buying boring businesses, earning leverage through discipline, how everyday operators build extraordinary wealth and private aviation. 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
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How to Build Wealth Without Chasing Your Passion
06/21/2025
How to Build Wealth Without Chasing Your Passion
In this episode, I sat down with Travis Chappell to talk about the real game of entrepreneurship, one that doesn’t start with passion, but with leverage, discipline, and picking battles you can actually win. We got into why boring businesses outperform flashy ones, why real estate isn’t passive, and how I ended up buying a $52 million company without anyone’s permission. If you’ve ever been told to follow your dreams and hope it works out, this conversation will show you a more honest and more effective path. 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
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No One Will Give You Permission. Take Action Anyway
06/11/2025
No One Will Give You Permission. Take Action Anyway
In this clip, I sat down with Seth Stevens to talk about what it really takes to build something great. We covered why waiting for permission is a trap, how I went from broke and overlooked to building a much larger net worth and the truth about what successful people actually do to buy back their 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
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Why I Went All In on the Hardest Business I've Ever Built
05/30/2025
Why I Went All In on the Hardest Business I've Ever Built
In this episode, I sat down with Nick Hulewsky to break down the real story behind why I walked away from a secure win and went all in on building the hardest business of my career. We covered how I bought out my partner, why outsourcing talent changed everything for me, and what it actually takes to raise money and scale a company when you're betting on yourself. I shared what most people get wrong about hiring, the pressure of managing other people’s money, and where I think AI is headed in all of this. If you're serious about building a real business, this one’s for you. 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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This is Why Most People Never Get Rich
05/16/2025
This is Why Most People Never Get Rich
Most people are playing the wrong game. I used to think everyone should start a business. I don't think that anymore. In this episode with Al Elliot, we talked about why chasing the wrong career or business can leave you miserable, even if you win. I shared the story of a friend who did everything right, top law school, high-paying job, but realized he hated his life. We talked about how to pick the right game, why trying to change the world too early is a losing move, and how spotting real talent can change everything. If you have ever felt stuck, this episode is for you. 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 Hard Truth About Success.
05/13/2025
The Hard Truth About Success.
In this episode, Nick Huber and Adam Lush (@MindBranches) discuss life, business, and success during a live X.com Spaces conversation. They pull back the curtain on why most people underestimate their stress tolerance, how confidence is built by doing hard things, and why pride is the silent killer of great decisions. Nick explains why trying to invent something revolutionary is usually a losing game and why doing the simple things exceptionally well is the real path to wealth. Throughout this live X Spaces, Nick also answers audience questions in real-time, breaking down exactly why most people fail, how to pick winning opportunities, and the one mindset shift that separates successful entrepreneurs from those who fail or quit. 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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You Don’t Deserve a Business Until You’ve Done the Dirty Work
05/09/2025
You Don’t Deserve a Business Until You’ve Done the Dirty Work
In this episode, Chris Koerner and I talk about what it actually takes to build something meaningful. Not the social media version. The real version. We talk about taking punches in business, dealing with hate online, and why most people have no clue what their stress limit really is. We talk about how real confidence comes from doing hard things and why most networking is a waste of time. We break down the role of a CEO, why delegation is a skill you earn, and why pride can ruin everything. No fluff. Just real talk on building, operating, and surviving in 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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432: Why goal setting is overrated
04/30/2025
432: Why goal setting is overrated
Goals are important. Yes, you should have a direction that you are rowing your boat. But I feel like the world out there right now have a bunch of people who are stuck in making goals. This episode originally aired on Oct 14, 2020 My book, “The Sweaty Startup” is OUT! I worked on it for 18 months. You can buy it here: It’s the how-to business guide I wish I had when building my first business. Most business books have 2–3 gold nuggets total. I aimed for 2–3 per page. This is a short, concise guide on how to: – Pick a business idea – Grow that business – Out-operate your competition Sales, hiring, management, delegation, and more — with 30+ untold stories from my own experience and people in my network on how to get rich. Live Book Signing I'm hosting a live book signing in Athens on May 8th at 6pm at Barnes and Noble. RSVP here: Beers on me afterwards at Mel’s. Audiobook: I recorded the audiobook myself. Listen here: Let me know what you think! Buying Perks / Bulk Orders: 1 book = 1 year access to my small business community ($25/mo value) 3 books = Access to my Hiring Course ($299 value) 5 books = Access to my Twitter/X Growth Course ($499 value) 10 books = Access to my Real Estate Masterclass ($2,500 value) 40 books = I’ll do a 30-minute virtual coaching call with you or your team 75 books = Join me in Athens, GA for a round of golf at Athens Country Club. Beer and green fee on me. Don’t play golf? We’ll swap it for dinner. Want me to speak at your event? Send an email to: nick@sweatystartup.com Include proof of purchase. Use the subject line: “1 book”, “5 books”, or “50 books”, depending on how many you bought. Join Shaan Puri and I for a free CEO bootcamp on May 1st, here: Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Order my book on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X Want to see all of my companies? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content? I’m @SweatyStartup everywhere: Say hello on X: https://www.x.com/sweatystartup LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/sweatystartup Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nick-huber-show/id1576120606 https://sweatystartup.ck.page Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81 Want my team and I to help sell your business? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/sell Want to buy a business that my brokerage represents? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/buy Are you an accredited investor and interested in learning more about potential deals? Fill out this form: https://www.nickhuber.com/invest Want my free PDF on how to analyze a self-storage facility? Click here: https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03 Want to hire me as a consultant? Click here: https://sweatystartup.com/storage Here are the links to my businesses: Business Brokerage - https://nickhuber.com/ Personal Brand - https://sweatystartup.com/ Self Storage - https://boltstorage.com/ Bold SEO - https://boldseo.com/ Insurance - https://titanrisk.com/ Overseas Staffing - https://somewhere.com/ Tax Credit - https://taxcredithunter.com/ Cost Segregation - https://recostseg.com/ Performance Marketing - https://adrhino.com/ Pest control - https://spidexx.com/ That's all for now. Thank you again for joining me on my Sweaty Startup journey. Onward and upward! -Nick
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I have a BIG announcement...
04/29/2025
I have a BIG announcement...
My book, “The Sweaty Startup” is out TODAY. I worked on it for 18 months. You can buy it here: It’s the how-to business guide I wish I had when building my first business. Most business books have 2–3 gold nuggets total. I aimed for 2–3 per page. This is a short, concise guide on how to: – Pick a business idea – Grow that business – Out-operate your competition Sales, hiring, management, delegation, and more — with 30+ untold stories from my own experience and people in my network on how to get rich. Live Book Signing I'm hosting a live book signing in Athens on May 8th at 6pm at Barnes and Noble. RSVP here: Beers on me afterwards at Mel’s. Audiobook: I recorded the audiobook myself. Listen here: Let me know what you think! Buying Perks / Bulk Orders: 1 book = 1 year access to my small business community ($25/mo value) 3 books = Access to my Hiring Course ($299 value) 5 books = Access to my Twitter/X Growth Course ($499 value) 10 books = Access to my Real Estate Masterclass ($2,500 value) 40 books = I’ll do a 30-minute virtual coaching call with you or your team 75 books = Join me in Athens, GA for a round of golf at Athens Country Club. Beer and green fee on me. Don’t play golf? We’ll swap it for dinner. Want me to speak at your event? Send an email to: nick@sweatystartup.com Include proof of purchase. Use the subject line: “1 book”, “5 books”, or “50 books”, depending on how many you bought. Thank you for the support. Onward and upward, Nick
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Why Urgency Beats Strategy Every Time
04/24/2025
Why Urgency Beats Strategy Every Time
In this episode, I sat down with Ryan Hawk to talk about the one thing that separates winners from everyone else, urgency. You don’t need another meeting, you need to make a decision and get it done by lunch. I also shared the story of how my VP of Finance called me out on a bad deal, and why creating a culture where your team can challenge you is non-negotiable. If you can move fast, change your mind when new info hits, and reward people who tell you the truth. 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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431: Earning is more powerful than saving
04/23/2025
431: Earning is more powerful than saving
Being frugal taught me to spend wisely and budget well, but I’ve recently learned that earning is even more powerful. In this episode of Sweaty Startup, I’ll share why earning matters more than saving. This episode originally aired on Oct 7, 2020 Join Shaan Puri and I for a free CEO bootcamp on May 1st, here: Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Order my book on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X Want to see all of my companies? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content? I’m @SweatyStartup everywhere: Say hello on X: https://www.x.com/sweatystartup LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/sweatystartup Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nick-huber-show/id1576120606 https://sweatystartup.ck.page Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81 Want my team and I to help sell your business? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/sell Want to buy a business that my brokerage represents? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/buy Are you an accredited investor and interested in learning more about potential deals? Fill out this form: https://www.nickhuber.com/invest Want my free PDF on how to analyze a self-storage facility? Click here: https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03 Want to hire me as a consultant? Click here: https://sweatystartup.com/storage Here are the links to my businesses: Business Brokerage - https://nickhuber.com/ Personal Brand - https://sweatystartup.com/ Self Storage - https://boltstorage.com/ Bold SEO - https://boldseo.com/ Insurance - https://titanrisk.com/ Overseas Staffing - https://somewhere.com/ Tax Credit - https://taxcredithunter.com/ Cost Segregation - https://recostseg.com/ Performance Marketing - https://adrhino.com/ Pest control - https://spidexx.com/ That's all for now. Thank you again for joining me on my Sweaty Startup journey. Onward and upward! -Nick
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How I Learned to Love Sales (After Hating It)
04/22/2025
How I Learned to Love Sales (After Hating It)
In this episode, I talked with Ryan Hawk about one of the biggest wake-up calls of my career: if you don’t like sales, you’re in trouble. I used to think I could just be the visionary. The builder. The guy behind the scenes making things happen. But that only works in theory. In reality, every meaningful result in life requires sales, whether it’s getting someone to join your team, invest in your business, or just believe in the idea. Early on, I hated rejection, avoided uncomfortable conversations, and thought I could just “build” without ever having to sell. But the truth is, sales is everything in business, in leadership, and life. The good news is that you can train yourself to love sales. I did. It’s uncomfortable at first. But once you build that muscle, everything else in life gets easier. 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 Make Better Decisions
04/20/2025
How to Make Better Decisions
In this video, I talk to Ryan Hawk about how decision-making is something you get better at by actually doing it, not just reading about it. I share how my dad let me make small, low-risk decisions as a kid, which helped me build that skill early. Now I’m doing the same with my own kids. We also touched on what I learned from college sports and how trying to protect people from every struggle they face can backfire over time. You can’t outsource judgment. You can’t simulate pressure. The only way to build that muscle is to make the call, see what happens, and learn from it. Most people are so afraid of being wrong that they never get enough experience to get good. But if you start when the stakes are low, you build real confidence over time. 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 Hiring Is A Lot Like Hunting
04/18/2025
Why Hiring Is A Lot Like Hunting
In this episode I talked to Ryan Hawk about how hiring is a lot like hunting. You’re not passively reviewing resumes, you are actively searching for top talent and trying to recruit them to your team. The hard truth is that most people are incompetent, and if you tolerate C-Players, eventually your A-players will leave. I also shared a story from a mentor of mine, Chris Powers, that changed how I make hiring and firing decisions. 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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This Mindset Shift Will Change How You Approach Business
04/16/2025
This Mindset Shift Will Change How You Approach Business
Everyone is selfish. Once you understand this, the way you approach business, networking, and relationships completely changes. In this clip I explain why most networking is a waste of time, why value creation is the only thing that really matters, and why nobody owes you anything. 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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