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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Why Most People Fail at Business and How to Spot Opportunities That Actually Win
<p>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...
From Debt to Millions Through Ownership
<p>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.<br /> <br /></p> <p >Grow your business: </p> <p >https://sweatystartup.com/events</p> <p> </p> <p >Book: </p> <p > https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X <...
How to Win in Business Without Getting Trapped in Your Own Job
<p>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.<br /> <br /></p> <p >Grow your business: </p> <p >https://sweatystartup.com/events</p> <p> </p> <p >Book: </p> <p > https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X </p> <p> </p> <p >...
How I Raised Twenty Million to Take Control of a Fifty Million Dollar Company
<p>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...
How I Pulled Off a $52M Acquisition | with Acquiring Minds
<p>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 Somewhere.com, 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...
From Chaos to Capital: How I Built Wealth Through Grit and Smart Bets
<p>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.<br /> <br /></p> <p >Grow your business: </p> <p...
Controversial Takes That Might Save Your Life
<p>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.<br /> <br /></p> <p >Grow your business: </p> <p >https://sweatystartup.com/events</p> <p> </p> <p >Book: </p> <p > https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X </p> <p> </p> <p >Newsletter: </p> <p >https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter </p> <p> </p> <p >My Companies: </p> <p >Offsho...
How I Bought a Business, Built a Global Team, and Survived Internet Hate
<p>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.<br /> <br /></p> <p >Grow your business: </p> <p...
How Great Founders Build Stress Tolerance and Teams That Win
<p>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.<br /> <br /></p> <p >Grow your business: </p> <p >https://sweatystartup.com/events</p> <p> </p> <p >Book: </p> <p > h...
How to Make Millions as a Solo Operator Without Building a Big Team
<p>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.<br /> <br /></p> <p >Grow your business: </p> <p >https://sweatystartup.com/events</p> <p> </p> <p >Book: </p> <p > https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X </p> <p> </p> <p >Newslet...
