How to Build Unbreakable Discipline & Turn Adversity Into Fuel w/ Preston Caffery
Most people talk about discipline like it’s a trendy habit. But for the best performers in the world — discipline is survival.
In this episode, I sit down with Preston Caffery, entrepreneur, speaker, and performance coach, to unpack the raw truth about what it really takes to build something lasting.
Preston shares his journey through moments of adversity that would break most people — and how he transformed those challenges into fuel.
We dig into:
✅ The difference between playing not to lose vs. playing to win
✅ Why most entrepreneurs fail to build lasting habits (and how to fix it)
✅ The power of environment, community, and accountability
✅ The mindset shift you need to actually do the work when no one is watching
This isn’t theory. It’s the blueprint Preston lives every day — and how he coaches others to do the same.
If you’re tired of feeling stuck, tired of waiting for the perfect time, or tired of looking for motivation instead of building discipline — listen up.
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The Truth About Momentum, Mastery & Million-Dollar Relationships – with Bill Walsh
What separates the business owners who stay stuck in grind mode from those who unlock exponential momentum?
In this episode, I sit down with Rainmaker Bill Walsh — business coach to billionaires, founder of the Rainmaker Summit, and someone I personally consider a mentor — to talk about what it really takes to build wealth, relationships, and long-term success.
We dive into:
How to attract the right people into your life and business
The difference between hype and real value in coaching
Why most entrepreneurs stay broke (and how to break out)
The power of playing the long game and leading with service
The parenting lessons that shape how we lead at work
Why your follow-through matters more than your follow-up
This isn’t a fluff-filled highlight reel. This is two decades of business wisdom distilled into one hour.
🎁 BONUS: Stick around to hear Bill’s free gift offer to all listeners.
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From Surviving to Winning: Juju Ballo on Building Unshakable Discipline & Finding Purpose in Pain
Most people want to win.
Very few are willing to become the kind of person who can.
In this episode, I sit down with Juju Ballo — a powerhouse of discipline, heart, and raw honesty. His journey is a masterclass in turning pain into purpose.
We get real about what it takes to go from survival mode to a life built with intention. No fluff, no filters — just a vulnerable conversation on how to lead yourself before you lead anyone else.
We talk about:
• Why most people sabotage themselves before they start
• The difference between confidence and clarity (and why you need both)
• What true discipline looks like behind the scenes
• How to take your past and make it your power
If you’ve ever felt stuck between where you are and where you know you’re supposed to be — this one’s for you.
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Franchising Reimagined: Alex Smereczniak on Building Franzy and Empowering Entrepreneurs
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Alex Smereczniak, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Franzy, a platform revolutionizing how aspiring business owners discover and fund franchise opportunities.
Alex shares his journey from launching 2ULaundry and LaundroLab—scaling them to over 100 franchise licenses—to identifying a significant gap in the franchise discovery process. This realization led to the creation of Franzy, often dubbed the “Zillow for franchising,” aiming to make franchise ownership more transparent and accessible.
Key Takeaways:
The challenges and triumphs of scaling franchise businesses.
How Franzy is transforming franchise discovery with AI-powered matching and transparent data.
The importance of aligning personal goals with franchise opportunities.
Insights into building a mission-driven team and company culture.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode offers valuable insights into the evolving world of franchising.
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Solving Real Problems, Leading Real Teams: A Masterclass with David Tal
In this powerhouse episode, Jeff Fenster sits down with serial entrepreneur and founder David Tal — former CEO of Verse.io — to unpack the real truths behind successful startups, leadership, and the future of AI.
From building companies that solve problems you’ve actually lived… to creating company cultures that perform like sports teams, David shares how he scaled, exited, and led with clarity and ownership. They explore the death of five-year business plans, the rise of AI-powered leaders, and what it really takes to build a high-performing company that lasts.
Whether you’re a startup founder, executive, or rising team member, this is the mindset shift you’ve been waiting for.
Ever wonder how successful people achieve success in everything they do... Time and time again, no matter the industry? The unspoken truth is that all success is formulaic. Each week on The Jeff Fester Show I interview the most successful athletes, entrepreneurs and celebrities, like Drew Brees, and David Meltzer, to decode and reverse engineer their success formulas.
When you listen, you’ll discover why I fundamentally believe that experience is the most overrated prerequisite for achieving success. Then you’ll learn how to create your own personal formula for success to get everything you want in life, with help from me and the most successful people on the planet.