26. How The US Saved The World - And Why It's Stopping AJ Osborne podcast

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How do you build a billion-dollar company ? Knowing the “four stages” of business growth will help you not only get to your first million or hundred million but also a billion-dollar business valuation. Maybe you don’t want to build a massive, billion-dollar business. That’s fine! You can use the initial stages to build multimillion-dollar wealth , just like I did. I’m currently on track to reach billion-dollar status with my companies, starting from nothing, now at $400 million, and within a few years, hopefully, a billion dollars. I’ve followed the formula I’m sharing in this episode to go from small to big business and, hopefully, billion-dollar business. These four stages are crucial for any entrepreneur or business owner. These will help you grow to the next level and even tell you when your business should STOP growing so you don’t get so big that you fail. I’ve spent decades figuring out these business stages. Take my lessons, learn from me, and build your business faster (and better) than I did! Insights from today’s episode: How to build a billion-dollar business and go from solopreneur to ten-figure company Why testing your market fit is crucial for any business before you scale (or risk failure) The true “cost” of business growth and why you must be prepared to pay it or see your business die Why NOBODY cares how good YOU think your business is, and the one opinion that matters Building your “business model” so you can scale and avoid entrepreneur burnout When to start hiring and how to know taking a pay cut (or profit cut) will be worth it…

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14. America’s Unfixable Economy: Are We Headed for Another Great Depression? w/Economist Lauren Saidel-Baker 41:03

4 weeks назад41:03

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The next great depression is coming faster than many of us realize, but this time, it won’t be because of the stock market, the real estate market, bad banking practices, or anything we’ve seen before. Instead, the government will be the one to drive us into a depression, and only those who are watching the economic signs will see it coming. If you’re reading this right now, you’re one of the lucky ones, and we’ll explain why. Lauren Saidel-Baker, economist at ITR Economics, has been growing concerned about where our economy is headed. We money-printed our way out of what should have been a recession and continued to do so whenever the economy began to feel even slightly weak. But what’s coming over the next five years is almost inevitable. Even the new Trump administration, with its talks of budget slashing and cost saving, might not even dent the growing forces pushing us into the unavoidable. In today’s show, Lauren explains in detail why her firm is predicting a 2030 depression, what will cause it, whether we can avoid it, and what the economy will look like leading up to it. There’s good news, though, both in the long and short term, but you’ll need to be prepared to take advantage of the enormous opportunities to come. Insights from today’s episode: Why Lauren believes we could be headed into a great depression in 2030 The tremendous investing opportunities you must prepare for over the next five years Home price and interest rate predictions and whether we’ll ever hit three percent rates again The government’s growing debt and whether lowering rates could help us pay it off The unemployment squeeze hurting employers and causing labor costs to rise Inflation forecasts and why we may not be out of the woods yet — ITR Economics: https://itreconomics.com/ ITR Economics YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itreconomics Apply here to be a guest on AJ's podcast! https://form.asana.com/?k=TGU88eU0bFTFW1iHcckuTA&d=1203571084143207…

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13. The Small Business Blueprint: How to Start WITHOUT a Ton of Money w/Brian Hamilton 56:25

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Most people have the wrong idea about entrepreneurship and how to grow a small business. The average Shark Tank viewer thinks you need the next innovative idea and a boatload of venture capital to become a successful small business owner, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Looking to start your own business in 2025? You won’t want to miss this episode! Today, we’re chatting with Brian Hamilton, a lifelong entrepreneur and philanthropist who has founded, grown, and sold several multimillion-dollar tech companies over the last thirty-plus years. Currently, he’s the chairman of Inmates to Entrepreneurs, a nonprofit organization that equips people with the knowledge, tools, and resources to go out and build their own profitable businesses from scratch. And in this episode, he’s going to show YOU how to do the same! And guess what? You don’t need to wait for an inventive idea to fall in your lap, pour thousands of dollars into your new endeavor, or cripple your fledgling business by bringing venture capitalists on board. If you have grit and gratitude, you have everything you need to start the type of business Brian is talking about today ! Insights from today’s episode: How to build a successful business from scratch (with low money!) The tried-and-true, low-cost businesses YOU can start today The venture capital “trap” entrepreneurs should avoid when starting out “Downward pressure” and other threats to business owners in 2025 Why grit and gratitude are the entrepreneur’s secret weapons — Inmates to Entrepreneurs https://inmatestoentrepreneurs.org/ LiveSwitch https://www.liveswitch.io/…

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12. How to Build Wealth from Nothing in 2025 (The 3 Wealth Stages) 44:09

7 weeks назад44:09

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This is precisely how to build wealth in 2025. Most people (mistakenly) believe that they just need to work “hard” enough to become wealthy—this isn’t the truth. In fact, this will prolong your journey to financial freedom and millionaire status. After going from digging ditches for extra money to becoming the leader of multiple seven-, eight-, and nine-figure businesses, I’ve learned that there’s a simple framework to building wealth. Today, I’m sharing this three-stage wealth-creating framework with you, plus how to skip over the second stage so you can build wealth even faster. This isn’t rocket science, and anyone who has the ability to leverage their time and resources correctly can become a millionaire and achieve their wildest financial dreams (I’m living proof of this). As we enter a new economic cycle, this will be even more important to understand, so get this right! Plus, I’m outlining what I did wrong (and right) in 2024 and the most challenging lessons I learned that I’m taking into 2025 to build my businesses even bigger. I’m giving you all my hard-earned knowledge for free in hopes that you can learn a little faster than I did. Insights from today’s episode: How to build wealth in 2025 (even if you’re coming from nothing) The new economic “cycle” and why we’re excited about this fundamental shift The three “stages” of wealth creation and how to skip from stage one to stage three How the rich use their “resources” to massively multiply their wealth The biggest business lessons I learned from 2024 and how to use them in your life — AJ Osborne Podcast Episode 7 - How I Acquired a Failing Business and Tripled Sales in Weeks - https://www.ajosborne.com/podcasts/aj-osborne-podcast/episodes/2148890193…

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11. “Don't Believe Them!” Trump’s Top Economist on the Fed, Interest Rates, & DOGE w/Andrew Busch 49:03

9 weeks назад49:03

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Are interest rates really going to fall in 2025? Could DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) actually clean up the federal government? Will tariffs cause more harm to the US than we think? One of the most qualified people to address these issues is former US Chief Market Intelligence Officer Andrew Busch. And he’s got a lot to share about the future in today’s episode. Andrew worked under the Trump administration from 2017 to 2019. He’s also been an economic advisor during the McCain US Presidential Campaign, now running his own firm performing economic and policy research. He’s one of the most experienced economists we’ve ever had the chance to talk to, and we talk about a lot. We’re discussing everything from the Fed’s big mistake to the developing “power crisis” that could massively impact data centers and manufacturing. We touch on Trump’s proposed tariffs, their effects on our trade partners, and why you should not listen to the news when they give interest rate predictions. Plus, how will commercial real estate fare over the next few years? Things could be looking optimistic! Insights from today’s episode: The Fed’s colossal interest rate mistake and whether or not they’re making up for it Why Americans are fed up with the federal government and whether DOGE could change things Good news for commercial real estate and why we should see improvements soon Trump’s 2025 plan: trade, taxes, tariffs, and other massive changes to the government The looming energy crisis and the surprising advantage the US holds over the rest of the world Andrew’s Website: https://andrewbusch.com/ Andrew’s Book, “World Event Trading”: https://www.amazon.com/World-Event-Trading-Analyze-Headlines/dp/0470106778 American Action Forum: https://www.americanactionforum.org/…

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10. Why “Smart Money” is Hoarding Cash and Preparing for 2025 w/M.C. Laubscher 51:23

11 weeks назад51:23

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How does “smart money” always seem to be ahead of the curve? The world’s most prominent investors, like Warren Buffett, are slowly selling off their assets and moving their positions into cash. Do they know something that we don’t? What are they preparing for in 2025? And is this next economic cycle going to help or hurt average investors? Instead of speculating, M.C. Laubscher, alternative wealth strategist and founder of Cashflow Ninja, will teach you how to think like the wealthy. M.C. has noticed more of the “smart money” moving their assets into cash—but why? As with any market cycle, you can make money in the peaks and the valleys, so does now signal a great time to get out of your investments? Not necessarily. I’m talking to M.C. about what drives these economic cycles so you can use the same strategies as the ultra-rich to build your wealth in ANY market conditions. M.C. shares what to pay attention to in this cycle, what to do with your cash when waiting on the sidelines, and why the wealthy aren’t scared but are “preparing” for what’s about to come. Insights from today’s episode: Why “smart money” is selling off their assets (slowly) and moving into cash Understanding economic cycles and how to make money at the top and the bottom Economic “wild cards” that investors MUST be aware of, especially in 2025 Artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency, and whether or not we’re at the peak How freezing during market volatility will cost you in the long run Can anyone actually time the market? Cashflow Ninja: https://cashflowninja.com/ Get Wealthy for Sure: https://producerswealth.mykajabi.com/get-wealthy-for-sure ShadowStats: https://www.shadowstats.com/ Truflation: https://truflation.com/…

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10. Want Health & Wealth? What 9-Figure Serial Entrepreneurs Say You MUST Do w/Mike & Bo 58:03

14 weeks назад58:03

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Do you have the makeup of a serial entrepreneur or successful real estate investor? If you’re looking to time the market and make a quick buck, probably not. But if you’re willing to sacrifice, help others, and play the long game, you might just have what it takes, in which case this episode is for you! Mike and Bo are business partners who have bought over 200 commercial real estate properties and built more than a few dozen businesses from the ground up. Today, I’m talking to them about real estate, self-storage, partnerships, and their many ventures across the last thirty-five years. What has led to their enormous success? They’ve failed. They’ve been broke. But despite all types of challenges and hardships, they’ve stayed true to the “fundamentals” of business. By eliminating ego and greed, prioritizing the customer’s needs, and reinvesting their profits back into their portfolio, Mike and Bo have built a nine-figure empire that most aspiring entrepreneurs only dream of attaining. If you’re just getting into real estate, starting a business, or trying to scale, you CAN’T miss this one. Insights from today’s episode: What Mike and Bo did to build a nine-figure business portfolio from zero Unlocking scalability and opportunity through the power of partnerships Why you DON’T need an exit strategy for your business or property The one investment every person should buy for long-term passive income Why building buy-and-hold businesses always beats “timing the market” The special ability that will allow you to overcome ANY entrepreneurial hardship — Mike and Bo’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikeandbo/ Text: (928) 605-4335 🎙️ Do you have a great story to share on the AJ Osborne podcasts? Apply here! https://form.asana.com/?k=TGU88eU0bFTFW1iHcckuTA&d=1203571084143207…

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9. Election Aftermath: What Investors Need to Know About the Red Wave's Impact 55:21

16 weeks назад55:21

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In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the massive red wave from last night’s election and what it means for investors, business owners, and anyone paying attention to the economy. We’ve got one party in control of the House, Senate, and White House, and this shift is going to impact everything from inflation and interest rates to government spending and market growth. I’ll explain why the Democrats’ campaign didn’t resonate with voters, what policies we might see from the new administration, and where the biggest opportunities and risks lie in this changing landscape. Whether you’re in real estate, investing, or just want to understand how to adapt to the new environment, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Tune in and let’s talk strategy.…

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8. I’m Finally Sharing My Political Views – The Impact of U.S. Policy on Your Wealth and Investments 1:00:12

17 weeks назад1:00:12

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In this episode, I’m opening up about my political views for the first time and discussing how U.S. policies shape wealth building, personal finance, and investment strategy. I’ll cover everything from the effects of inflation on generational wealth to the economic divides between states like California and Texas. My goal is to give you a clear look at the economic realities that impact anyone focused on growing wealth, whether you’re an investor, entrepreneur, or just trying to make informed financial decisions. Here’s what I’ll be diving into: Why federal vs. state policies matter for investors How inflation affects wealth differently across generations Key differences in landlord and business costs between California and Texas Practical advice on finding growth opportunities in today’s financial landscape I hope you’ll find these insights useful as you navigate the complexities of the current economy and make your own financial decisions. Sources: - Map Comparisons, kinda fun: http://thetruesize.com/ - 4 year change in state wide home prices: https://x.com/ResidentialClub/status/1792269117379989994 - Adult Milestones: https://jbrec.com/research/us-demographics-insights-and-strategies/ - Men are struggling https://www.profgalloway.com/boys-to-men/ -Young Men's Days: https://x.com/profgalloway/status/1684927631806857216/photo/1 - Marital Status and Politics: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/beltway-confidential/3103191/vance-versus-the-single-woke-females/ - Partisan Gap Between men and Women: https://viviachen.substack.com/p/gen-z-gender-wars-dei-for-white-nationalists -Voters by Income: https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2024/04/09/partisanship-by-family-income-home-ownership-union-membership-and-veteran-status/ -Wall Street Journal Article: Millennials Wealthier than Baby Boomers? https://www.wsj.com/personal-finance/millennials-personal-finance-real-estate-50742ffe?utm_campaign=feed&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=later-linkinbio Links: 🎙️ Apply here to be on the AJ Osborne podcast. https://form.asana.com/?k=TGU88eU0bFTFW1iHcckuTA&d=1203571084143207 📉 Take advantage of today’s market conditions and invest with us: https://cedar.cc/invest…

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7. How I Acquired a Failing Business and Tripled Sales in Weeks 28:01

18 weeks назад28:01

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Disclaimer: This video contains discussions about hunting and the hunting industry, we understand this may not be suitable for all viewers. In this episode, I dive into how I acquired a struggling business in the hunting industry and managed to triple its sales within weeks. With decades of entrepreneurial experience, I share why I believed this acquisition was a great opportunity, despite the company’s mismanagement and debt issues. We discuss: Identifying business potential beyond the numbers. How trust and aligned incentives are key to a successful partnership. The difference between gross margin and net margin and why it matters. Why growth is essential for business survival. I also break down the strategies we used to eliminate barriers to growth and offer insights into my process for structuring deals that create long-term success. If you're interested in learning more, sign up for my newsletter, where I share detailed financials and deeper analysis. Listen in to hear the story behind this acquisition, my partnership approach, and lessons learned over years of buying and growing businesses. Sign up for my newsletter HERE https://www.selfstorageincome.com/start-podcast Links for my new business! www.velvetantlertechnologies.com https://www.youtube.com/@velvetantlertechnologies https://www.instagram.com/velvetantlertechnologies/ Apply here to be a guest on the AJ Osborne podcast! https://form.asana.com/?k=TGU88eU0bFTFW1iHcckuTA&d=1203571084143207…

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6. The Data-Driven Decisions That Will Make You Wealthier w/Sharad Mehta 41:00

20 weeks назад41:00

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Real estate investors and entrepreneurs: if you pay attention to what today’s guest explains, your wealth, revenue, and successful decision-making will explode. This is something I’ve personally found evidence of while running multiple businesses, and even though it seems simple, it can have profound effects on everything you do. If you get this right, your business will reach new heights, and you’ll have a crystal clear vision of what to do next. Today, I’m talking to Sharad Mehta, the founder of real estate technology company REsimpli. You might be surprised to find out that Sharad built this tech company with zero experience in coding and NO tech background. He was a house flipper with over seven hundred fix and flips under his belt, so how did he grow a software company to such heights without having previous experience? Simple: data-driven decision-making. It’s the secret sauce behind Sharad’s astounding success, and today, he’s sharing how it’ll take your business to a whole new level. If you have the right data and know which direction you want to go, you can make the best, evidence-based decisions that’ll take the guesswork out of entrepreneurship and leave you with a lot more money. Insights from today’s episode: How real estate tech and data can make you a FAR more successful investor The data-driven decisions that ANY entrepreneur can make to succeed far faster (and more often!) How Sharad build a real estate tech company from scratch with zero coding experience Why being “passive” in your real estate business will cost you severely How to figure out which marketing channels have the highest ROI (so you can double down!) Three pieces of advice every entrepreneur should follow to become more successful — Email Sharad: sharad@resimpli.com…

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5. The Twitter “War” on Investors and Why Most Americans Shouldn’t Invest 44:46

22 weeks назад44:46

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For years, I thought every American should be investing. After all, it’s the American dream to work hard, build wealth, own property, and lead your family to financial prosperity. But I’ve changed my tune after recent events, probably for good. I no longer think most Americans can handle the pressure of owning businesses, real estate, or an extensive investment portfolio. So, my question to you is, can you handle what it takes to build something great? Over the last few weeks, I’ve seen a “war” on Twitter break out against general partners and real estate operators, with passive investors attacking them for providing sub-optimal returns. Did these general partners do anything wrong, or were they merely acting to defend the asset that provides their investor’s returns? This made me think, “Am I next?” In this episode, I’m taking time to break down my investing philosophy and explain why my mind has changed about everyday Americans investing. Make no mistake: You CAN build substantial wealth investing in real estate, especially in 2024. But if you’re not ready to take your fair share of bumps, bruises, and scrapes along the way, you might as well just get out now. Insights from today’s episode: The latest Twitter “war” against investors and why everyone is up in arms Who should (and definitely should NOT) be investing in 2024 The opportunities that you can take advantage of NOW that most Americans ignore Why the middle class is struggling in today’s economy, and why most won’t build wealth Millennials’ profound misunderstanding of how markets and investing work What to do now if you want to get ahead of the masses and the danger you must be prepared to face…

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4. 80-Hour Workweeks to Ultimate Passive Income and Time Freedom 51:49

24 weeks назад51:49

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After another 80-hour workweek and realizing his kids’ lives were passing him by, Spencer Hilligoss knew he needed to start making passive income. The problem? His time was chained to his tech job’s high pay and long hours. Spencer loved what he did, but the job took away more than he was comfortable with. He hadn’t seen his young son in weeks, and it was eating away at him. He made a plan that wouldn’t be easy to accomplish: build an $8,000/month passive income stream. He gave himself over a decade to achieve it. Thankfully, it took less than half the time. Now, Spencer is a full-time passive investor and real estate syndicator, helping others who want to regain their time freedom invest so their money can go further. In today’s episode, Spencer shares his story of leaving a thirteen-year career to venture out into the unknown, regaining his time and investing in truly passive income, and why you DON’T actually want to retire (you really want something else). And if you’re interested in passive investing, stick around. Spencer and AJ talk through the CRUCIAL questions you MUST ask before investing in a real estate syndication and how to tell who you’re investing with will pull through on the returns they’re promising you. Insights from today’s episode: How to make enough passive income that you can replace your salary and live the way you want Crucial questions to ask any syndicator BEFORE you invest a cent into their deals Why financial literacy is essential to building wealth, and why even most adults don’t have this The retirement lie you’re telling yourself and why you don’t really want to vacation forever How to start building your financial moat even if you’re a busy professional Defining your why and how to know whether greed or purpose is driving you — Invest with Spencer…

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3. Is the Dollar Going Away? Whether BRICs Have a Shot at Dethroning the Dollar with Emmanuel Daniel 51:59

27 weeks назад51:59

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Will the US dollar be replaced? Could we be on the cusp of de-dollarization as more and more countries search for reserve currency alternatives? Is America’s spot as the number one economy in the world up for grabs? Emmanuel Daniel, entrepreneur, advisor, founder of The Asian Banker, and author of The Great Transition , is on the show to discuss the future of the US economy and the global currency battle. The US has been the reigning economic world superpower for much of our lives. But slowly, other countries have begun to realize that reliance on the US dollar isn’t always a good thing. The question is: Can they find a viable replacement? Many look to China’s (mostly) strong economy as the answer, but will their pro-manufacturing stance put them in an economic trap? And with the US struggling with homelessness, political unrest, and more, what happens next? We’ll get into it all in this episode, plus touch on an actual alternative to the US dollar, why the US’s current turmoil DOESN’T guarantee a decline, and why bringing manufacturing back to the States could create problems most Americans haven’t considered. What you’ll learn in today’s show: De-dollarization and whether or not the US dollar can be replaced as the world’s reserve currency China’s colossal manufacturing mistake that has trapped its economy The true value of digital currencies and whether the digital dollar will become the norm One often overlooked issue with bringing manufacturing back to the US The crisis of leadership in the US and what MUST change for our country to succeed — The Great Transition Emmanuel’s Website Emmanuel’s YouTube…

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2. Losing His Leg and Rebuilding His Identity After Surprise Attack in the Middle East w/Green Beret Nick Lavery 53:39

29 weeks назад53:39