Fail Forward: Ari Rastegar on Lessons That Built an Empire in Austin
Ari Rastegar is the founder and CEO of Rastegar Property Company, a $10 billion real estate empire that’s reshaping skylines across the U.S. But his journey didn’t start in boardrooms—it started behind the grill at Johnny Rockets, flipping burgers and dreaming bigger. From those humble beginnings, Ari built his way into the world of high-stakes real estate, earning the nickname “The Oracle of Austin” for his early bets on the city’s meteoric growth. Known for his bold, contrarian strategies and unshakable belief in learning from failure, he’s turned setbacks into stepping stones and vision into value. Ari has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Bloomberg, and is recognized as one of the most innovative minds in real estate today. His mission? To show that with grit, resilience, and a willingness to fail forward, you can turn even the smallest start into a billion-dollar legacy.Check Out My Social Media:Tiktok ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymelloInstagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/Facebook ⟶https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/My other podcast:Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33GLive Q&A submission form:https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions00:00 The Journey of Failure and Success01:24 Building a Billion-Dollar Portfolio03:07 The Importance of Relationships in Real Estate10:07 The Role of Money and Time16:18 Predicting Market Trends and the Future of Real Estate18:57 Embracing Technology and AI23:25 The Gift of Failure and Closing Thoughts
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American Advertising Legend Roy Spence on Purpose, Profit, and Finding Common Ground
Roy Spence is the co-founder of GSD&M, the legendary advertising agency behind some of the most iconic campaigns of our time. Roy has helped build enduring brands like Southwest Airlines, Walmart, the PGA Tour, and BMW, shaping the way millions of people experience business and culture. Over his storied career, he’s championed the idea that great companies don’t just sell products — they stand for something bigger, finding common ground and a purpose that unites people. His work has been celebrated not just for its creativity, but for its ability to inspire loyalty, trust, and lasting impact. Beyond advertising, Roy is a best-selling author, sought-after speaker, and has been a trusted advisor to several successful U.S. politicians. Today, he continues to share hard-won lessons on branding, leadership, and the power of purpose in building both companies and communities.To learn more about the Make It Movement, please visit: https://www.makeitmovement.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com00:00 The Power of Compromise and Purpose01:25 The Journey of Entrepreneurship03:42 Marketing as a Force for Good08:22 Lessons from Iconic Brands11:00 The Importance of Purpose in Leadership12:55 The Make It Movement: Reigniting the American Dream17:39 Game-Changing Advice for the Next Generation22:38 Finding Common Ground in a Divided Nation
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The Power of Intuition in Business with Harvard Business Professor Laura Huang
Laura Huang is a Harvard Business School professor, award-winning researcher, and the best-selling author of Edge: Turning Adversity into Advantage. Known for uncovering how perceptions and stereotypes shape success, Laura has spent her career helping leaders and entrepreneurs transform hidden disadvantages into powerful differentiators. Her groundbreaking research has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Fortune, and Harvard Business Review, and she’s been named to Thinkers50’s list of top management thinkers in the world. Beyond the classroom, Laura advises startups, Fortune 500 companies, and even NASA on how to cultivate an “edge” in competitive environments. Whether teaching future executives at Harvard or speaking on stages around the globe, Laura has been celebrated for blending sharp insights with practical strategies that empower people to harness their intuition, own their unique story, and win in business and in life.Check Out My Social Media:Tiktok ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymelloInstagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/Facebook ⟶https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/My other podcast:Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33GLive Q&A submission form:https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions00:00 The Power of Gut Feel04:46 Understanding Success and Hard Work10:02 Harnessing Intuition in Decision Making14:43 Creating Your Own Luck19:44 Directionality in Life Choices24:50 Closing Thoughts and Trusting Your Gut
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American Innovation At Its Best: The Ford vs. Ferrari Story with Shelby CEO Gary Patterson
Gary Patterson is the President and CEO of Shelby American, the legendary performance car company founded by racing icon Carroll Shelby. A lifelong automotive enthusiast and accomplished performance driver, Patterson has been instrumental in carrying forward Shelby’s spirit of innovation and competitive excellence. Under his leadership, Shelby American continues to produce high-performance vehicles that honor the brand’s storied heritage while pushing the boundaries of modern engineering. The company rose to international fame in the 1960s when Carroll Shelby led Ford’s historic campaign to dethrone Ferrari at Le Mans, a rivalry immortalized in the Ford vs. Ferrari story. Patterson serves as a guardian of that legacy, ensuring the same bold, rebellious spirit that beat Ferrari still fuels every Shelby today. Known for his hands-on leadership style, he regularly test-drives new Shelby models himself, embodying the passion and precision that define the brand. Through his stewardship, Shelby American remains a symbol of American ingenuity, speed, and victory on the world stage.Meet me at Home Service Freedom 2025 ⟶ https://homeservicefreedom.com/Check Out My Social Media:Tiktok ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymelloInstagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/Facebook ⟶https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/My other podcast:Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33GLive Q&A submission form:https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions00:00 Introduction to Shelby American and Gary Patterson01:10 The Legacy of Carroll Shelby01:59 The Relationship Between Ford and Shelby03:36 Innovation and Testing in Performance Cars06:01 The Future Vision for Shelby American10:14 Building High-Performance Vehicles11:51 The Underrated Shelby Series 114:03 Timelessness in Automotive Design18:42 The New Shelby Super Snake Unveiling
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Health Is Wealth: Dave Asprey’s Blueprint for Longevity and High Performance
Dave Asprey is the father of biohacking, a four-time New York Times bestselling author, and a global thought leader on human performance and longevity. Once a chronically overweight Silicon Valley entrepreneur battling brain fog and burnout, Dave turned his own health crash into a relentless quest: to upgrade the human body and mind. That journey sparked the Bulletproof movement, popularized butter coffee, and helped millions rethink what’s possible for their energy, focus, and lifespan.Today, he’s the host of the top-ranked Human Upgrade podcast, a keynote speaker, and the founder of multiple health and wellness companies. He’s trained Navy SEALs, Olympic athletes, CEOs, and everyday people seeking to feel and perform at their best. Known for making science practical — and sometimes provocative — Dave isn’t just chasing more years of life; he’s engineering a quality of life that maximizes every single year he has on Earth. His mission is bold: to live to at least 180, and to help others defy the limits of aging along the way.For Dave, health is wealth — and he’s showing the world how to make the right investments. Meet me at Home Service Freedom 2025 ⟶ https://homeservicefreedom.com/Check Out My Social Media:Tiktok ⟶ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialtommymelloInstagram ⟶ https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/Facebook ⟶https://www.facebook.com/thomasmello/My other podcast:Home Service Expert ⟶ https://open.spotify.com/show/4WHQ3ldGThHsP1cfzNF33GLive Q&A submission form:https://homeserviceexpert.com/questions00:00 The Power of Energy in Business02:03 Dave Asprey: The Godfather of Biohacking03:41 The Journey to Health Optimization09:42 Longevity and the Future of Aging19:41 Overcoming Business Obstacles and Setbacks23:47 The Importance of Community and Support
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