Big Hitters with Larry Weidel

What if the secret to scaling your empire starts with asking better questions? In this episode of Big Hitters, Larry Weidel sits down with Mitch Matthews, a coach to top 1% performers and founder of Dream Think Do, to explore why curiosity beats credentials, how to extract wisdom from mentors without wasting years, and the exact framework that turned his training side-hustle into a multi-million-dollar coaching empire. From his early days at a Schwinn bike shop to coaching CEOs and Oscar winners, Mitch reveals the real mechanics of success: listening more, leading through genuine interest, and the discipline to iterate fast. Whether you're building your next revenue stream or scaling your existing one, this conversation cuts through the noise to show you how proximity to the right people and the willingness to be humble compound into extraordinary results.

What if the difference between a failed venture and a billion-dollar exit comes down to believing in yourself enough to go all-in? In this episode of Big Hitters, Larry Weidel sits down with Owen Barrett, founder of a cutting-edge solar solutions company transforming multifamily real estate, to explore why conviction beats capital, how operational discipline compounds over years, and the precise strategies separating founders who survive from those who scale massively. Whether you're navigating a three-year revenue drought or positioning your company for explosive growth, this conversation reveals how to build world-class teams, fire toxic clients, and leverage macro tailwinds to create generational wealth. Tune in to discover why your personal fitness and family life might be the hidden multiplier unlocking your next $20M in revenue.

What separates those who build billion-dollar empires from those who stay comfortable at seven figures? In this episode of Big Hitters, Larry Weidel sits down with Tony Durso, founder of the #1 internationally charted podcast and five-time Amazon bestselling author, to unpack the non-negotiable discipline behind sustained momentum—from launching a podcast with zero listeners to 50 million downloads, to scaling through systems and spreadsheets when everyone else quits. Durso reveals the ruthless reality that every elite entrepreneur he's interviewed had to work relentlessly for it, the power of focusing obsessively on one thing, and why your next level demands you stop playing small and start building like someone who can't afford to lose. If you're ready to compress your timeline and learn what actually separates winners from the rest, this is required listening.

What happens when you achieve everything society told you would make you successful—the funding, the awards, the "Fast Company" recognition—only to realize you are disappearing inside your own life? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, Erin Gallagher, founder of Hype Women, reveals why the most courageous thing she ever did was walk away from the first company she co-founded. They explore the "scarcity mindset" that treats ambition as a threat, the power of women's intuition, and how to build a business ecosystem that prioritizes collective wealth over corporate "backdoor" deals.

What if the defining difference between billionaires and everyone else isn't talent but an unshakeable belief in your ability to shape outcomes? In this episode of Big Hitters, Larry Weidel sits down with Joe Terry, a former NFL linebacker turned five-time CEO and "Culture Architect." They dive deep into the "Results Equation"—a framework that aligns purpose and strategy with a high-performance culture to drive sustained transformation. Whether you are leading a sales team or an entire enterprise, Joe reveals how to lead from a place of abundance rather than fear, and why your "oxygen mask" must be on first if you want your organization to breathe.

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What if the secret to building a global business wasn't a perfect plan—but the iron-clad refusal to have a backup one? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Larry sits down with Josh York, founder and CEO of GYMGUYZ, the mobile personal training franchise now operating in 31 states and multiple countries. Josh breaks down how a simple client complaint sparked a revolutionary business idea, why eliminating Plan B is the only way to guarantee you chase Plan A with everything you've got, and how the right culture will always outlast the best strategy. Whether you're launching your first venture or scaling an existing operation, Josh's raw, no-fluff philosophy on leadership, focus, and relentless action will cut through the noise and remind you what winning actually looks like.

What if the life you’ve always wanted is just one five-year block of "unreasonable" consistency away? In this episode of Big Hitters, host Larry Weidel sits down with Jack McColl, the founder of Credit Stacking, to discuss how he transitioned from a pro snowboarder working minimum wage to building multiple seven-figure businesses. Jack reveals why the definition of "freedom" is the ultimate motivator, how to reverse-engineer 1% earnings, and the "uncomfortable" moves required to build an $18 million empire from a one-bedroom studio. Whether you're looking for financial leverage or the mental clarity to pivot after a failure, this conversation provides a raw look at what it actually takes to win.

Building a billion-dollar business requires more than ambition—it demands the ability to recognize broken markets, scale operationally, and know when to hand off the wheel to pursue the next disruption. In this episode of Big Hitters, host Larry Weidel sits down with Alex Smereczniak, founder of 2U Laundry and now CEO of Franzi, to explore how he built a $33M venture-backed laundry delivery empire, recognized the franchise broker model was fundamentally broken, and pivoted to democratize franchise acquisition through technology. From college side hustles to institutional capital, Alex reveals the tactical playbook for scaling, the hard lessons in hiring, and why knowing when to transition leadership is a mark of elite founders.

What if the difference between staying stuck and building a $200 million exit isn't talent or connections—but learning to make the most of 15-second intervals? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Larry sits down with Joe Chura, founder of Go Brewing and serial entrepreneur who sold two tech startups for over $200 million, to explore the law of incrementality, why feeling like a "success" is a trap even after massive exits, and how an unexpected pregnancy and a job on the Ford assembly line became the foundation for extraordinary achievement. Whether you're just starting out, stuck in a dead-end job, or scaling to your next big exit, this conversation reveals the relentless mindset, authentic work ethic, and counterintuitive truths that separate those who break through from those who burn out. Tune in to discover why your current struggle might be the exact foundation you need for unprecedented success.

Have you ever felt like success is never going to happen for you, no matter how hard you grind? In this episode, Larry Weidel shares the raw story of his lowest professional moment—the time he was publicly awarded "Turkey of the Month" while living on food stamps. He breaks down the master-level leadership psychology used by legendary coaches to provoke greatness through "tough love" and reveals why your most embarrassing failures are often the "furnace" required to change your DNA. Learn why true transformation happens in the weekly trenches of the "locker room", not at one-time events, and how you are always just one idea away from a massive explosion in your career.

What if the defining difference between billionaires and everyone else isn't talent—but an unshakeable belief in your ability to shape outcomes? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Larry sits down with Scott D. Clary, founder of the Success Story podcast and media brand, to explore why internal locus of control separates the exceptional from the rest, how to test entrepreneurship without risking everything, and the critical mistakes successful people make when entering unfamiliar territory. Whether you're scaling from millions to billions or looking to future-proof your empire against disruption, this conversation cuts through the noise to reveal the real habits, partnerships, and mindsets that separate one-hit wonders from generational wealth builders. Tune in to discover why your next move might require unlearning everything you thought made you successful.

Can you build massive success without selling out? In this episode of Big Hitters, Larry Weidel and his son Adam tackle the question every serious entrepreneur eventually faces: do you have to compromise your values to win at the highest level? Drawing from real-world examples, hard lessons, and timeless principles, they explain why short-term cheating always collapses under pressure and why integrity isn’t just moral, it’s strategic. When you build on solid ground, your business scales faster, your team stays aligned, and the cracks never have to be hidden. This conversation breaks down how values become a competitive advantage, why your conscience and your culture always keep score, and how to win big without the emptiness that quietly destroys so many high achievers.

Winning Isn't Accidental—It's Built on Fear Conquered and Compounding Momentum In this episode of the Big Hitters, host Larry Weidel sits down with Dan Daly, founder of Aim High Consulting and Global Investment Partnership, to explore how fear, intentional goal-setting, and relentless focus transform ordinary careers into extraordinary wins. Dan shares his journey from a midnight-shift janitor to scaling an automotive dealership group from 4 employees to 500 in just five years—and how he's now building a €50M hospitality real estate fund in Portugal while revolutionizing the car dealership industry.