Best Brett Swarts Podcasts (2025)

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Deferred Sales Trust Secrets with Brett Swarts - #245 38:56

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Deferred Sales Trust Secrets with Brett Swarts - #245 In this episode of the Real Estate Reserve Podcast, Jason and Ian sit down with Brett Swarts, Founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions, to break down the Deferred Sales Trust (DST)—a powerful, lesser-known strategy to defer capital gains taxes on the sale of real estate, businesses, crypto, and ot…

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From Cold Calls to Capital Gains: Persisting through adversity with Brett Swarts 25:31

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In this episode of Beyond Fulfillment, host Dave Gulas sits down with Brett Swarts, founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions, to dive deep into the entrepreneurial grind and real strategies for thriving through tough times. Brett shares his personal story, from weathering the financial storm of 2008 to building a unique firm that helps entrepreneurs,…

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245: The Capital Gains Tax Strategy You’ve Never Heard Of (But Should Be Using) with Brett Swarts 33:44

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What if you could cash out of any asset—without paying capital gains tax—and use the full value to create lasting financial freedom? That’s exactly what Brett Swarts helps high-net-worth entrepreneurs and investors do every day—using the Deferred Sales Trust (which is what today’s episode is all about). Brett is the Founder and CEO of Capital Gains…

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Mastering the Pivot: Richard Blank’s Path to Building a Call-Center Empire 29:38

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In this episode, we dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Richard Blank, CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Center. Richard reveals how he went from a Spanish major in Philadelphia to building a thriving business in Central America’s vibrant BPO industry. Richard shares honest insights on overcoming early career uncertainty, breaking free from societ…

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Tax Deferral & Risk Strategy with Van Carlson 5:17

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Deals, Data & Real Estate Dreams with Ryan Sudeck 5:12

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Strategizing for Uncertainty: How Trump’s Tariff Volatility is Reshaping Global Trade 38:32

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In this episode, Dave Gulas sits down with Jim Tompkins to break down the latest developments in global tariffs and what they mean for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and founders navigating today’s unpredictable landscape. Get insight on President Trump’s negotiation style, the impact of new reciprocal tariffs set for August 1st, and how eco…

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Jeffry Elliott - Crossing Over: Using Corporate Finance Background To Invest In Real Estate! 50:15

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Corporate finance in real estate investing isn’t just about numbers—it’s about vision, structure, and long-term play. In this powerful conversation, Jeffry Elliott, Founder and CEO of Elevex Capital, shares how his extensive background in banking and corporate finance became the springboard for a thriving real estate and equipment finance portfolio…

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Creating Sustainable Passive Income with Craig McGrouther 43:52

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Secrets to Success with Former Black Hawk Pilot Elizabeth McCormick 34:15

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Creating Problems for Growth. The Power of Disruption with Ted Santos 36:06

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In this episode, Dave Gulas sits down with Ted Santos, the seasoned founder of Turnaround Investment Partners, to explore fresh approaches to growth, innovation, and company culture that matter to every entrepreneur, small business owner, or founder. Ted shares candid stories from his 20+ years guiding leaders, including how a lesson from American …

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How Should Inflation Be Measured with Michael Kelly 33:35

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247: The Ad Copywriter Behind Billion Dollar Brands with Roy H. Williams 1:07:17

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Want to know the biggest reason your marketing isn’t working? It doesn’t reflect you. Most ads are generic. They could work for any business. But the best ads only work for one—because they’re built around the true personality of the founder or brand. They’re specific, not because of the product, but because of who’s behind it. That’s what makes th…

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Bay Area Real Estate & the 2025 Outlook with Craig McGrouther 5:19

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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From Firefighter to 70 Units a Year: Josh Swart’s Blueprint for Building Wealth 59:59

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In this episode, James sits down with Josh Swart in his Concord, NC studio to unpack his journey from firefighter to full-time real estate investor building and renting 70+ units a year. Josh shares how he went from grunt demo jobs as a teenager to developing subdivisions, the lessons learned from big wins and big losses, and how building the right…

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Black Hawk Lessons in Leadership Elizabeth McCormick 5:12

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Big Beautiful Bill Business and Investor Secrets with Michael Uadiale 42:41

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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The Future of Philanthropy with CharityBuzz CEO Ben Erwin 42:11

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Redefining Access to News: How Entrepreneur Adam Koehler is Disrupting the Publishing Industry 20:40

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In this episode of the Beyond Fulfillment Podcast, Adam Koehler shares his journey from co-founding DotLoop, sold to Zillow for a nine-figure sum, to launching Content Credits, an innovative solution to the publishing industry’s struggles. Host Dave Gulas dives deep with Adam into the realities of startup life, why launching DotLoop during the 2008…

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Why Invest In Built-To-Rent with Flint Jamison 24:15

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246: The Hollywood Director Who Lives Life on His Terms Matt Earl Beesley 58:53

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Today, we’re switching things up. This episode isn’t about money. It’s about meaning. And someone who knows a lot about that subject is Matt Earl Beesley, who turned a childhood love of film into a decades-long directing career—and is now channeling that experience into a passion project with a powerful message, all while building a life and career…

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Navigating the New Tax Bill with Michael Uadiale 5:03

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Tariff Twists and Global Trade: Jim Tompkins on Trump’s Trade Pause and What Comes Next 33:08

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In this episode, industry veteran Jim Tompkins dives into timely strategies for navigating tariffs, international trade, and the fast-changing global supply chain. Jim shares his predictions on U.S. trade policies, breaks down the real impact of tariffs on manufacturers and importers, and explains why political and economic factors are shaping toda…

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From Spare Bedroom to Eight Figures: Lessons in Grit and Growth with Justin Snyder 28:03

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In this episode, Dave sits down with Justin Snyder, founder of Forest Superfoods, to explore Justin’s remarkable journey from packing orders in his spare bedroom to building an 8-figure superfoods brand in Australia. Justin shares how a fascination with health foods, cultivated during travels in India, led him to launch Forest Superfoods, despite l…

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Turning Experiences into Impact with Ben Erwin 5:51

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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How to Think Like a Billionaire with Jeff Sarti 46:09

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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The Secret Systems for Sustainable Growth w/ Anne Gannon 44:06

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Diversified Wealth Management and Economic Skepticism with Jeff Sarti 5:39

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Disrupting 3PL Matchmaking: Inside Racklify’s Startup Success With Bill Carlin 24:35

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In this episode, host Dave Gulas sits down with Bill Carlin, co-founder and CMO of Racklify, to dig into the behind-the-scenes story of building a digital marketplace in the 3PL (third-party logistics) industry. Bill shares how his journey started as an e-commerce seller, evolved into running a fulfillment warehouse, and led him to create Racklify—…

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Roundtable | Trends, Tribulations, and Independence Day 45:39

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In this roundtable, James Gaskin and Kevin Werner unpack the current lending environment and share an insider’s perspective on the real estate private credit market. They discuss trends from the recent National Private Lenders Association (NPLA) conference, the challenges of balancing abundant capital with responsible lending, and the importance of…

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AI, M&A, and the Next Wave in Logistics; Expert Insights from Ben Gordon 28:08

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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of supply chain M&A, entrepreneurship, and business growth with Ben Gordon, founder of Cambridge Capital and BGSA. Ben shares the inside story behind the $160 million Green Screens AI exit, detailing how predictive pricing and AI-powered analytics are reshaping the logistics industry. He reveals how the …

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From the Fairway to Financial Growth with Anne Gannon 5:21

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Dustin Heiner - The Deal That Changed My Life 7:20

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Dustin Heiner - The Deal That Changed My Life In this episode of the Real Estate Reserve Podcast, hosts Jason Balin and Ian Horowitz welcome back real estate investor and founder of Master Passive Income, Dustin Heiner, to share the deal that changed his life. Dustin opens up about the second property he ever bought—the pivotal moment that transfor…

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The Secrets to Lasting Wealth with Antony Joffe 38:02

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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How to Keep More of Your Wealth with Eric Pierre 45:33

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Beyond The Hype: The Realities of Building Wealth Through Real Estate with Spencer Hilligoss 31:53

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In this episode, Dave interviews Spencer Hilligoss, co-founder of Madison Investing, who shares his honest journey from a demanding 13-year tech career in Silicon Valley to building a thriving real estate investing business with his wife. Spencer talks about navigating the reality behind the romanticized vision of real estate investing, overcoming …

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$7 to $7M+, Becoming a Silicon Valley Tech Millionaire with Thomas Alexander 30:30

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244: How to Build Wealth Without Sacrificing Your Family with Chad Willardson 49:55

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You set out to build wealth, then realized your family was getting the leftovers. But it doesn’t have to be either-or, you can thrive in both. Today, I’m talking with Chad Willardson—wealth advisor to 8 & 9-figure founders, serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and father of five—who’s figured out how to scale his wealth and stay fully present f…

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Fiduciary Trusts and Preserving Family Wealth with Antony Joffe 5:20

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Real Estate & Interest Rate Shifts Explained with Joe Root #244 36:54

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Real Estate & Interest Rate Shifts Explained with Joe Root #244 In this episode of the Real Estate Reserve Podcast, hosts Jason Balin and Ian Horowitz sit down with Joe Root, a multifamily investor and managing partner at E-Superior Real Estate Partners, to dig into what’s really happening in today’s real estate and debt markets. Joe shares his uni…

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From Severe Dyslexia to Successful Entrepreneur: Beating the Odds with Benjamin Shrader 36:12

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In this episode of the Beyond Fulfillment Podcast, host Dave Gulas sits down with Benjamin Schrader, visionary entrepreneur and founder of Schrader Promotions. Benjamin shares his personal journey overcoming severe dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia—a trifecta of learning challenges—while navigating the world of business as an underdog. Listener…

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Tax Strategies, Financial Planning, and Business Collaboration wih Eric Pierre 5:36

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Dave Seymour - The Deal That Changed My Life 8:16

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Dave Seymour - The Deal That Changed My Life In this episode of The Deal That Changed My Life, we’re back in the studio with none other than Dave Seymour—former firefighter, star of Flipping Boston, and full-throttle real estate investor. 🔥 Dave shares the gritty, hilarious, and downright genius story of the first deal that truly changed his life: …

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The Vital Strategies for Success with Patrick Lonergan 36:26

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Mastering Communication with Julian Treasure 44:47

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Turning Crisis Into Opportunity: Small Businesses Strategies During Uncertainty with Sri Kaza 26:01

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In this episode of the Beyond Fulfillment Podcast, host Dave Gulas interviews Sri Kaza, former McKinsey partner and accomplished entrepreneur, as he dives deep into surviving business downturns, scaling up after setbacks, and building resilient companies that customers love. In this value-packed interview, Sri shares: How his experience at McKinsey…

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Beverly Hills Defer Capital Gains Tax on Luxury Home with Julia Delorme 35:44

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243: He Analyzed 1,000+ Billionaire Strategies (Here’s What He Found) with Richard Wilson 36:29

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What if you could tap into the exact investment strategies billionaires use to multiply their wealth—without being one? In this episode, I’m joined by Richard Wilson, founder of the Family Office Club and Billionaires.com. Over the last 18 years, Richard has analyzed over 1,000 billionaire strategies, advised more than 250 family offices, and built…

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Financial Strategies, Cash Flow, and Tax Planning with Patrick Lonergan 5:46

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Outgrowing Yourself: The 3 Cs to Scale Fast with Pat Alacqua 28:00

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In this episode, host Dave Gulas dives deep with Pat Alacqua, a seasoned entrepreneur known for guiding businesses through every stage of growth. Pat shares how his early years working in his grandfather’s grocery store shaped his approach to business, and why being impatient can actually help, and sometimes hurt, entrepreneurial progress. Pat brea…