The Entrepreneur DNA
This podcast is focused on YOU, the entrepreneurs that want more than they have. That have experienced failure, or maybe are too scared to get off the bench because they have no guidance or advice. Maybe you are looking to finally scale your business and create the life you dreamed about. Justin and his guests will advise you in all of the ways they have become successful in business, along with all of the miss steps to avoid. This is not just all about business as these interviews gets personal and can bring just as much value to your personal...
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The Wealth Mindset That Helped Jeff Abraham Build and Exit a $30M Business | Jeff Abraham
<p>Check out Jeff’s company Promescent and the products we talked about in this episode - You can get 15% off using our exclusive link: https://www.promescent.com/DNA15</p> <p>In this episode of Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with Jeff Abraham, an entrepreneur who went from being a 2.5 GPA student to building and exiting a $30M company and now scaling another business toward a similar outcome. Jeff shares how delayed gratification, curiosity, and understanding human behavior helped him build real wealth. We talk about why most entrepreneurs chase status instead of assets, how Jeff turned $36,000 into $20 million th...
From Carpenter to $150M Deals: How This Man Built a Commercial Empire | Mark Vincent Fansler
<p>In this episode, I sit down with Mark Vincent Fanzler, who went from carpenter to senior corporate executive, walked away from burnout, and built a vertically integrated commercial real estate empire operating across multiple states. We talk about the power of elite rooms, the vision he had at 17 that shaped his future, how one intentional conversation turned into a $120M opportunity, and why thinking bigger is the only way to win in business. This is a masterclass in community, commercial scale, and betting on yourself when no one else believes you deserve it.</p> <p>About Mark Vincent:</p> <...
CATS Framework: The Proven System to Keep Your Dog Healthy for Life | Dr. Randy Aronson
<p>If you’re a pet owner, this episode is going to change how you think about your dog or cat’s health. I sat down with Dr. Randy Aronson and we broke down his CATS framework — complete nutrition, activity, teeth, and stress reduction — to help extend your pet’s healthspan, not just lifespan. We talked about inflammation, the microbiome, toxic home stressors, hormone health, and why most pet food is quietly harming your animal. If you love your pet like family, this conversation will open your eyes to simple but powerful changes you can make starting today.</p> <p>About Dr...
From $2,500 to 160 Locations: The Truth About Scaling Fast | John Curri
<p>In this episode, I sit down with John Curri, who built and sold a 160-location cell phone franchise before he turned 28, only to get humbled when he jumped into real estate with a god complex and learned some hard lessons about leverage, markets, and ego. We break down how he started with a $2,500 credit card, why execution matters more than capital, what really happens after a big exit, why most people shouldn’t own homes, and how he’s now building a national concierge-style property management company designed to eliminate the biggest headaches homeowners face. This one is about grit...
The Sales Reset: Why Scripts Are Killing Your Closes | Wesleyne Whittaker
<p>Get your copy of The Sales Reset: Forget the Script. Trust Yourself. Win Consistently https://a.co/d/0e4l9gwt </p> <p>Most salespeople lose deals long before they ever ask for the close.</p> <p>In this episode of The Entrepreneur DNA, I sit down with Wesleyne Whitaker — a former chemist turned sales strategist — to break down the science and psychology behind consistent revenue. We dive into why scripts are hurting more than helping, why the fortune truly is in the follow-up, and how fear of rejection silently sabotages even talented entrepreneurs.</p> <p>Wesleyne shares how she...
Scaling With Sustainability: How Founders Protect the Downside While Growing Fast | Belen Benitez
<p>In this episode, I sit down with sustainability expert Belen Benitez to talk about something most entrepreneurs completely ignore while scaling their businesses: protecting the downside. We break down why sustainability has nothing to do with being “woke” or environmental politics and everything to do with building a business that can survive uncertainty, leadership changes, labor shortages, pandemics, and economic chaos. Belen explains how fast growth without systems, culture, policies, and risk planning eventually leads to burnout, furloughs, and failure, and why slowing down strategically actually creates more money over a longer runway. This conversation challenged how I think abou...
Why Short-Term Sales Are Killing Ecommerce Brands | Chris Brewer
<p>In this episode, I sit down with Chris Brewer, co-founder of OMG Commerce, to break down what’s really happening in ecommerce right now. We talk about the explosion of TikTok Shops, Amazon, and influencer-driven sales and why so many brands are confusing fast transactions with real brand building. Chris shares why viral sales don’t always translate to long-term success, how chasing shiny marketing objects can kill longevity, and what it actually takes to build a brand that people search for, trust, and stay loyal to. We also dive into the agency versus in-house debate, how to properly vet...
No One Is Coming to Save You: The Brutal Truth About Success | Aaron & Eric Chapman
<p>Get the book 'Redneckinomics' here: https://quitjerkingoff.com</p> <p>In this episode, I sat down with Aaron Chapman and his brother Eric to talk about responsibility, discipline, and the real cost of success. We dug into the ideas behind Aaron’s book Redneckinomics and why no one is coming to save you. Aaron shared raw stories about rebuilding his life after a near-fatal motorcycle accident and financial collapse, while Eric explained how the artwork brings the message to life in a powerful way. This conversation is honest, uncomfortable, and necessary for anyone serious about growth, ownership, and earning th...
How Blockchain Will Reshape Real Estate, Mortgages, and Money Forever | Thomas Gaffney
<p>In this episode, I sat down with Thomas Gaffney to unpack what’s really happening as blockchain and real-world asset tokenization quietly reshape real estate, finance, and ownership. We talked about how mortgages are moving on-chain, why transparency could prevent another 2008-style collapse, and how people may soon pay mortgages and car loans with crypto. We also explored Bitcoin as digital gold, fractional ownership of massive assets like apartment buildings, and why blockchain’s biggest impact will mostly happen behind the scenes. This conversation completely reframed how I see the future of money, real estate, and risk.</p> <p>Abou...
How to Access $250K–$1M in 0% Business Credit (Even in a High Interest Economy) | Ari Page
<p>Want to know how much you might qualify for? Just head over to www.fundandgrow.com/flippingpq the free pre-qualification takes less than two minutes.</p> <p>In this episode, I sat down with Ari Page from Fund & Grow to break down how business owners and real estate investors are still accessing massive amounts of capital at 0% interest—even while rates keep climbing. We talked about how to use business credit cards the right way, how card stacking works, how to fund deals, payroll, marketing, and rehabs without touching your own cash, and why this strategy beats hard money an...
