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10 Lessons That Made Me 18 Companies (Steal This Formula!)
Entrepreneurs don’t fail from lack of opportunity—they fail from choking on too much of it. After scaling 18 companies, I’ve seen what works, what doesn’t, and what really moves the needle.In this episode, I’ll show you my 10 hardest-won lessons for scaling any business—like why you can’t scale without a team and how to measure what actually matters. You’ll learn how work-life balance is a strategic advantage and why luxury products will always dominate.But beyond money, what’s your mission? Your legacy? If you’re building something, build it to last. Stick with me—I’ll show you how.“You choke on too much opportunity, but you will rarely ever starve to death from lack of opportunity.” ~ Preston BrownIn This Episode:- #1 - You can’t do anything without a team- #2 - Just trust enough- #3 - You get what you measure- #4 - Luxury products get you luxury margins- #5 - You choke on too much opportunity- #6 - Efficiency is the game-changer- #7 - Work-life balance: why it matters- #8 - Invest smartly to secure your future- #9 - What is your legacy?- #10 - There’s always more to learnConnect with Preston Brown:- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/- 👤Facebook - https://facebook.com/theprestonbrown- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/- ▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach
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The First Two Weeks of Trump: What It Means for the Economy
Government layoffs. Tariffs. AI breakthroughs. The economy is shifting fast, and you're already behind if you’re not paying attention.In this episode, I break down the biggest economic moves in Trump’s first two weeks, from mass government layoffs and their impact on jobs to how new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China might shake up global trade. We’re also seeing a surprising development in AI that could disrupt tech stocks in a big way.The real estate market? Stalled. The Fed? Trying to stay ahead of the chaos. But what does it all mean for you? I’ll walk you through the key takeaways, where I think things are headed, and what I’m personally doing right now to stay ahead of the game.“If you see potentially hundreds of thousands or millions of layoffs from the government, you will see a very dovish Fed overnight.” ~ Preston BrownIn This Episode:- The executive orders that could shake up the economy- Tariffs wars: 25% on Canada/Mexico, 10% on China- AI chaos and DeepSeek- Government layoffs- Fed meeting secrets- Housing at 35-year low & the inflation “lag” trap- My playbook: Hoarding cash, skipping Refis, & waiting for bargainsConnect with Preston Brown:- 🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/- 👤Facebook - web.facebook.com/theprestonbrown- 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/- ▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach
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Burned Out from Hustling? Discover a Healthier, More Profitable Way to Succeed
What if the key to thriving in life and business isn’t working harder—but loving yourself more? Today’s guest, Justin Nault, is a visionary who has transformed his chaotic, ego-driven lifestyle into one of balance, polarity, and profound emotional intelligence. Justin takes us through his fascinating story—from a career in music to creating life-saving solutions for his terminally disabled niece and now helping men and women unlock their emotional depths to achieve true success. You'll hear about Justin’s innovative perspective on leadership, emotional intelligence, and unconditional self-love, which will leave you with practical tools to transform not just your business but every relationship in your life. Are you ready to redefine success? Tune in now and prepare to rethink the way you lead, love, and live.“The fastest way to unconditional love is to unpack all the stories that you have about what makes you valuable.” ~Justin NaultIn this Episode:- Justin's journey to health and wellness- His take on psychedelics and somatic work- Understanding masculine and feminine dynamics- The role of polarity in relationships- Emotional intelligence vs matching states in communication - Are there frameworks for effective communication?- Mastering the skill of giving unconditional love - Shadow work: the path to self-love- Ask for love: a simple yet powerful practiceConnect with Justin Nault:🌐Website - https://iamclovis.com/ 👤Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/justinnaultofficial/ 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/justinnaultofficial/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinnault Connect with Preston Brown:🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/👤Facebook - www.facebook.com/theprestonbrown 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach
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From Rock Bottom to $100 Million: How Aria Boushehri Built a Sales Empire in Just 3 Years
Are you feeling trapped by failure, weighed down by toxic partnerships, or afraid to take the leap—wondering if success in business is even possible? In this week’s episode, I sit down with Aria Boushehri, a powerhouse entrepreneur who turned repeated failures and toxic partnerships into a nine-figure empire—all before the age of 30. Aria discloses the hard lessons he learned working under poor leadership and how those experiences pushed him to build SalesBound, a revolutionary call center that thrives on integrity, innovation, and customer-first strategies. He shares how mastering one skill became the foundation for scaling a business that’s changing the industry standard.Aria’s journey will push you to rethink how you choose partners, lead teams, and make decisions that actually move the needle.Ready to take the leap and build something that lasts? Tune in now to learn how to turn challenges into unstoppable growth!“Leadership is carving out a path for others to be able to win and helping drive a culture where you win collectively as a team.” ~ Aria BoushehriIn this Episode:- Aria's background and early ventures- Challenges and lessons from failed partnerships- Founding SalesBound: business model and core principles- Defining sales and its importance in business- Challenges and solutions in business operations- Why it's important to build strong local teams - The role of leadership and integrity in business- Mastering a skill: the key to business successConnect with Aria Boushehri:🌐Website - https://www.salesbound.com/ 👤Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ariaboushehri1/ 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ariaboushehri/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariaboushehri Connect with Preston Brown:🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/👤Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theprestonbrown📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach
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JP Newman: From Hollywood to $2 Billion Real Estate Syndication and Four-Dimensional Wealth
What happens when a top Hollywood executive leaves the glitz and glamour behind to dive into the world of real estate syndication? This week, I sit down with JP Newman, a visionary leader who went from producing iconic films to managing $2 billion in real estate deals. JP’s story is one of grit, transformation, and non-negotiable values.We explore how his setbacks in entertainment became the foundation for building a thriving private equity firm and the life he truly loves. JP shares his strategies for turning challenges into opportunities, why your environment matters more than you think, and his powerful framework for four-dimensional wealth.If you’re ready to learn how to balance purpose, profit, and presence in your own life, this episode is a must-listen. Subscribe now to join JP and me in uncovering the secrets to redefining success on your own terms!“What is the WHY that makes you cry? What is your legacy? The more you tap into that, abundance will follow. It feels like just a law of nature. It's definitely my experience.” ~ JP NewmanIn this Episode:- Who is JP Newman?- What JP learned from working in the entertainment industry- How to understand people and connect with them- From producing films to building a real estate empire- JP's framework for building four-dimensional wealth - Emotion vs. Gut: which one should you use when investing?- JP's insights on money, cash flow, and wealth-buildingResources:Book: The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0887307280Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1612680194Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1401960588Connect with JP Newman:🌐 Website - https://thrivefp.com/👤 Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/jpnewman1▶️ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@investingonpurposepodcast361Connect with Preston Brown:🌐Website - https://theprestonbrown.com/👤Facebook - web.facebook.com/theprestonbrown📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theprestonbrown/▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePrestonBrownBusinessCoach
If your business feels more like a job you can’t quit, then welcome to the podcast aimed at finally solving that problem.
Welcome to Problems to Profit Podcast.
Each week, join serial entrepreneur, investor, and your host, Preston Brown, for answers to questions like:
- How do I build a team and culture programmed to find and fix problems in the business?
- What is happening in the economy? How is that going to impact my business, and what can I do about it?
- How do I build my company in a way that makes it more profitable without me running the day-to-day?
Subscribe or follow now on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube, and start transforming your problems into profits—one episode at a time.