Big Hitters with Larry Weidel

Winning is a skill that can be learned and mastered, not just a matter of luck or natural talent. In this episode of The Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel and his son Adam explore the fundamental principles of winning as a lifestyle choice and how to become unstoppable in pursuing your goals. They share practical insights on maintaining momentum, overcoming excuses, and creating sustainable success.

From Exit Strategy to Impact: How Business Success Can Drive Global Change In this enlightening episode, host Larry speaks with Eddie Wilson, known as the "King of Exits" and founder of Impact Others, about scaling businesses for successful exits and leveraging business success to create lasting social impact. Eddie shares his journey from owning and exiting over 100 companies to building a global philanthropic organization operating in 103 countries.

Building Success from Zero: Overcoming Financial and Mental Barriers to Entrepreneurship In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel delivers a powerful discussion on how aspiring entrepreneurs can overcome common obstacles when starting a business, particularly focusing on financial limitations and mindset challenges.

From Pharmacy to Digital Marketing: How One Entrepreneur Built a Supplement Empire Through Strategic Pivots and Personal Evolution In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel sits down with Mohamed Elhawary, founder of Launch and Scale Agency, to explore his remarkable journey from Egyptian pharmacy student to successful digital marketing entrepreneur who has helped launch over 300 supplement brands and scaled multiple DTC companies to 7-8 figure revenues.

Winning isn't optional - it's essential for personal growth and life satisfaction, as explored through the lens of competitive sports, business, and personal development. In this episode of The Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel and his son, Adam Weidel, a successful bodybuilder, strongman competitor, and business owner, share deep insights about cultivating a winning mindset and pushing through adversity to achieve meaningful goals.

From Basement Startup to Business Empire: A Journey of Entrepreneurial Growth and Innovation In this episode of The Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel interviews Ethan King, a successful entrepreneur who built multiple 7-8 figure brands from a $700 basement startup. Their conversation explores the intersection of art, business, automation, and personal growth across a 25-year entrepreneurial journey.

Transforming Customer Feedback into Business Growth: A Strategic Guide In this episode of The Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel explores how businesses can leverage customer feedback as a powerful tool for growth, revealing why many companies are sitting on an untapped gold mine of valuable insights that could drive significant revenue increases.

Financial expertise and strategic growth management are crucial elements for scaling businesses successfully, regardless of size or industry. In this episode of The Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel interviews Karl Maier, a fractional CFO and founder of Abunden, who shares his journey from corporate banking to helping businesses scale through financial expertise and systematic improvements.

Building a winning sales mindset is crucial for business success, centered on genuine belief in your product and the value it brings to customers' lives. In this episode of The Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel breaks down the fundamental elements of successful sales, focusing on developing the right mindset, mastering communication, and implementing effective targeting strategies for sustainable business growth.

From Startup Struggles to Sustainable Success: A Journey of Global Learning and Entrepreneurship In this episode of The Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel interviews Ricardo Ghekiere, co-founder of BetterPic and serial entrepreneur, who shares his remarkable journey from traveling the world at age 18 to building multiple successful businesses, including BetterPic, which he bootstrapped from $1,500 to $270,000 monthly revenue in just 18 months.

Digital Marketing: The Essential Business Growth Engine for Modern Success In this episode of The Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel delivers a passionate, straightforward discussion about the critical importance of digital marketing in today's business landscape, emphasizing why business owners can't afford to ignore online presence and digital strategies.

Franchising Beyond Fast Food: A Strategic Path to Business Ownership and Multiple Income Streams In this episode, host Larry sits down with Jon Ostinson, President of FranBridge Consulting and multi-brand franchise owner, to explore the often-overlooked opportunities in non-food franchising and how professionals can transition from corporate careers to successful business ownership.

Breaking Free: How to Escape Mental Traps and Turn Setbacks into Success In this episode, host Larry explores powerful strategies for overcoming life's challenges, from breaking free of negative situations to leveraging losses for future wins. He shares practical wisdom on maintaining clarity under pressure and transforming knowledge into actionable power.

From Nigeria to Global Tech: How One Product Manager Built a Training Empire Through Community In this enlightening episode, host Larry speaks with Sefunmi Osinaike, CEO and co-founder of Co.lab, who shares his remarkable journey from discovering tech in Nigeria to building a global tech training platform that has educated over 1,500 professionals across 60 countries.

Choosing the right cofounder can make or break your startup. In this episode of Big Hitters, host Larry Weidel shares battle-tested advice on picking a partner who fuels growth—not friction—based on his own explosive business journey.

Education is the ultimate path to freedom, enabling individuals to expand their capabilities, options, and impact across multiple domains of life. In this enlightening conversation, host Larry speaks with Jim Keyes, former CEO of both 7-Eleven and Blockbuster, about his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a modern Renaissance man and his passionate advocacy for education as outlined in his book "Education is Freedom."

Building a Business: Bootstrapping vs. Venture Capital - A Strategic Guide to Funding Your Startup In this episode of The Big Hitter podcast, host Larry Weidel breaks down one of the most crucial decisions entrepreneurs face: whether to bootstrap their business or seek venture capital funding, exploring the pros, cons, and strategic considerations of each path.

How a Culture of Content Turned One SDR into an 8-Figure CEO In this episode of The Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel interviews Gabe Lulo, CEO of a successful B2B sales development company, exploring his journey from sales development representative (SDR) to leading an 8-figure company through innovative content strategy and people-first leadership.

In this first episode of The Big Hitters podcast, top entrepreneur Larry Weidel shares profound insights about the power of community learning and the transformation from guru-focused education to peer-driven growth in business and personal development. Larry, a successful financial services entrepreneur and author, reflects on his decision to pause and reimagine his Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, inspired by conversations with Mighty Networks founder Gina Bianchini about the transformative power of community-based learning. Learn actionable strategies to join the elite 20% who drive 80% of success.

In this milestone episode, host Larry Weidel marks the conclusion of phase one of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, celebrating five transformative years and 900 episodes of sharing unfiltered insights from some of the most inspiring winners across the globe. Larry reflects on the powerful stories, principles, and lessons learned from individuals of all ages, industries, and backgrounds who’ve overcome challenges to achieve remarkable success. With gratitude for his guests and listeners, Larry announces an exciting pause to rethink and experiment with fresh ideas and formats. While the regular weekly episodes will shift, Larry assures fans that impactful content will continue through new initiatives, keeping the spirit of the podcast alive. Tune in for an inspiring sendoff to a groundbreaking chapter and a glimpse of what’s to come in the journey ahead.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Anousheh Ansari, CEO of the XPRIZE Foundation and the first self-funded woman to fly to space. They discuss her incredible journey from a young girl in Iran dreaming of the stars to spending 11 days aboard the International Space Station. Anousheh shares insights on entrepreneurship, the importance of passion in business, and her mission to inspire future generations through innovative competitions aimed at solving global challenges.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Anousheh Ansari, CEO of the XPRIZE Foundation and the first self-funded woman to fly to space. They discuss her incredible journey from a young girl in Iran dreaming of the stars to spending 11 days aboard the International Space Station. Anousheh shares insights on entrepreneurship, the importance of passion in business, and her mission to inspire future generations through innovative competitions aimed at solving global challenges.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Anousheh Ansari, CEO of the XPRIZE Foundation and the first self-funded woman to fly to space. They discuss her incredible journey from a young girl in Iran dreaming of the stars to spending 11 days aboard the International Space Station. Anousheh shares insights on entrepreneurship, the importance of passion in business, and her mission to inspire future generations through innovative competitions aimed at solving global challenges.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Anousheh Ansari, CEO of the XPRIZE Foundation and the first self-funded woman to fly to space. They discuss her incredible journey from a young girl in Iran dreaming of the stars to spending 11 days aboard the International Space Station. Anousheh shares insights on entrepreneurship, the importance of passion in business, and her mission to inspire future generations through innovative competitions aimed at solving global challenges.

In this special episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel goes solo to dive into the dynamics of successful partnerships and entrepreneurial strategies. He discusses iconic partnerships like Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, emphasizing complementary skills and shared visions. The conversation covers crucial decisions for startups, like choosing between bootstrapping and venture capital, and highlights the importance of market research and validation for a million-dollar business idea. Larry provides insightful anecdotes and practical advice, focusing on building a solid foundation for business growth and success.

In this special episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel goes solo to dive into the dynamics of successful partnerships and entrepreneurial strategies. He discusses iconic partnerships like Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, emphasizing complementary skills and shared visions. The conversation covers crucial decisions for startups, like choosing between bootstrapping and venture capital, and highlights the importance of market research and validation for a million-dollar business idea. Larry provides insightful anecdotes and practical advice, focusing on building a solid foundation for business growth and success.

In this special episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel goes solo to dive into the dynamics of successful partnerships and entrepreneurial strategies. He discusses iconic partnerships like Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, emphasizing complementary skills and shared visions. The conversation covers crucial decisions for startups, like choosing between bootstrapping and venture capital, and highlights the importance of market research and validation for a million-dollar business idea. Larry provides insightful anecdotes and practical advice, focusing on building a solid foundation for business growth and success.

In this special episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel goes solo to dive into the dynamics of successful partnerships and entrepreneurial strategies. He discusses iconic partnerships like Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, emphasizing complementary skills and shared visions. The conversation covers crucial decisions for startups, like choosing between bootstrapping and venture capital, and highlights the importance of market research and validation for a million-dollar business idea. Larry provides insightful anecdotes and practical advice, focusing on building a solid foundation for business growth and success.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Dale L. Roberts, who opens up about his journey from an unfulfilled healthcare career to becoming a self-publishing juggernaut. Dale shares how an itch to write his first book became the catalyst for a creative explosion and a thriving business. Additionally, he dives into the challenges of self-doubt, rejection, and staying productive while balancing creative projects with YouTube growth.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Dale L. Roberts, who opens up about his journey from an unfulfilled healthcare career to becoming a self-publishing juggernaut. Dale shares how an itch to write his first book became the catalyst for a creative explosion and a thriving business. Additionally, he dives into the challenges of self-doubt, rejection, and staying productive while balancing creative projects with YouTube growth.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Dale L. Roberts, who opens up about his journey from an unfulfilled healthcare career to becoming a self-publishing juggernaut. Dale shares how an itch to write his first book became the catalyst for a creative explosion and a thriving business. Additionally, he dives into the challenges of self-doubt, rejection, and staying productive while balancing creative projects with YouTube growth.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Dale L. Roberts, who opens up about his journey from an unfulfilled healthcare career to becoming a self-publishing juggernaut. Dale shares how an itch to write his first book became the catalyst for a creative explosion and a thriving business. Additionally, he dives into the challenges of self-doubt, rejection, and staying productive while balancing creative projects with YouTube growth.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Thorsten Overgaard, Founder and CEO of the World Photography Competition. Thorsten reflects on his career in photography, teaching, and content creation, underlining the importance of preserving intellectual property, curating legacies, and maintaining creative control. He discusses the contrast between the fleeting nature of digital content and the timeless impact of physical art, advocating for projects with lasting significance. On top of that, Thorsten highlights the value of passion, curiosity, and self-belief in unlocking creativity, rejecting societal norms, and inspiring others through his workshops.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Thorsten Overgaard, Founder and CEO of the World Photography Competition. Thorsten reflects on his career in photography, teaching, and content creation, underlining the importance of preserving intellectual property, curating legacies, and maintaining creative control. He discusses the contrast between the fleeting nature of digital content and the timeless impact of physical art, advocating for projects with lasting significance. On top of that, Thorsten highlights the value of passion, curiosity, and self-belief in unlocking creativity, rejecting societal norms, and inspiring others through his workshops.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Thorsten Overgaard, Founder and CEO of the World Photography Competition. Thorsten reflects on his career in photography, teaching, and content creation, underlining the importance of preserving intellectual property, curating legacies, and maintaining creative control. He discusses the contrast between the fleeting nature of digital content and the timeless impact of physical art, advocating for projects with lasting significance. On top of that, Thorsten highlights the value of passion, curiosity, and self-belief in unlocking creativity, rejecting societal norms, and inspiring others through his workshops.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Thorsten Overgaard, Founder and CEO of the World Photography Competition. Thorsten reflects on his career in photography, teaching, and content creation, underlining the importance of preserving intellectual property, curating legacies, and maintaining creative control. He discusses the contrast between the fleeting nature of digital content and the timeless impact of physical art, advocating for projects with lasting significance. On top of that, Thorsten highlights the value of passion, curiosity, and self-belief in unlocking creativity, rejecting societal norms, and inspiring others through his workshops.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Steven Sashen, CEO and Co-Founder of Xero Shoes. Steven shares the rapid growth of Xero Shoes, starting with sandals inspired by his barefoot running experience and evolving into performance shoes worn by NBA players. He also discusses the challenges of rapid scaling, the company's focus on customer engagement and adaptability, and the importance of real-world testing of your business ideas.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Steven Sashen, CEO and Co-Founder of Xero Shoes. Steven shares the rapid growth of Xero Shoes, starting with sandals inspired by his barefoot running experience and evolving into performance shoes worn by NBA players. He also discusses the challenges of rapid scaling, the company's focus on customer engagement and adaptability, and the importance of real-world testing of your business ideas.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Steven Sashen, CEO and Co-Founder of Xero Shoes. Steven shares the rapid growth of Xero Shoes, starting with sandals inspired by his barefoot running experience and evolving into performance shoes worn by NBA players. He also discusses the challenges of rapid scaling, the company's focus on customer engagement and adaptability, and the importance of real-world testing of your business ideas.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Steven Sashen, CEO and Co-Founder of Xero Shoes. Steven shares the rapid growth of Xero Shoes, starting with sandals inspired by his barefoot running experience and evolving into performance shoes worn by NBA players. He also discusses the challenges of rapid scaling, the company's focus on customer engagement and adaptability, and the importance of real-world testing of your business ideas.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Adam Callinan, Founder and CEO of Pentane. They discuss Adam's journey from aspiring doctor to successful entrepreneur, how he co-founded BottleKeeper, validating its market potential through crowdfunding and surpassing sales targets by 350%, and how Pentane optimizes business profitability through mathematical models.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Adam Callinan, Founder and CEO of Pentane. They discuss Adam's journey from aspiring doctor to successful entrepreneur, how he co-founded BottleKeeper, validating its market potential through crowdfunding and surpassing sales targets by 350%, and how Pentane optimizes business profitability through mathematical models.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Adam Callinan, Founder and CEO of Pentane. They discuss Adam's journey from aspiring doctor to successful entrepreneur, how he co-founded BottleKeeper, validating its market potential through crowdfunding and surpassing sales targets by 350%, and how Pentane optimizes business profitability through mathematical models.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Adam Callinan, Founder and CEO of Pentane. They discuss Adam's journey from aspiring doctor to successful entrepreneur, how he co-founded BottleKeeper, validating its market potential through crowdfunding and surpassing sales targets by 350%, and how Pentane optimizes business profitability through mathematical models.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Kara Goldin, Founder and CEO of Hint. Kara shares her entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the challenges of building a successful business and the constant need to adapt, how The Kara Goldin Show became a top 1% entrepreneur podcast, and the emotional transition of stepping back from day-to-day operations to think more strategically while staying connected to employees and consumers to preserve a company's soul.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Kara Goldin, Founder and CEO of Hint. Kara shares her entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the challenges of building a successful business and the constant need to adapt, how The Kara Goldin Show became a top 1% entrepreneur podcast, and the emotional transition of stepping back from day-to-day operations to think more strategically while staying connected to employees and consumers to preserve a company's soul.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Kara Goldin, Founder and CEO of Hint. Kara shares her entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the challenges of building a successful business and the constant need to adapt, how The Kara Goldin Show became a top 1% entrepreneur podcast, and the emotional transition of stepping back from day-to-day operations to think more strategically while staying connected to employees and consumers to preserve a company's soul.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Kara Goldin, Founder and CEO of Hint. Kara shares her entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the challenges of building a successful business and the constant need to adapt, how The Kara Goldin Show became a top 1% entrepreneur podcast, and the emotional transition of stepping back from day-to-day operations to think more strategically while staying connected to employees and consumers to preserve a company's soul.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Gina Bianchini, CEO and Founder of Mighty Networks. Gina dives into Mighty Networks' mission to build communities using AI and automation for meaningful connections through shared interests and activities, how her father's leadership style influenced her drive to lead and create, as well as the rewards and challenges of being a visible entrepreneur.

In this episode of the Million Dollar Mastermind podcast, host Larry Weidel is joined by Gina Bianchini, CEO and Founder of Mighty Networks. Gina dives into Mighty Networks' mission to build communities using AI and automation for meaningful connections through shared interests and activities, how her father's leadership style influenced her drive to lead and create, as well as the rewards and challenges of being a visible entrepreneur.