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*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-69928c2a-c320-8327-ae76-1871b296cc54-3" data-testid= "conversation-turn-22" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> In this episode, I'm going to offer you something most people think they want… $10,000,000 cash — tax free. But there's one catch: You don't wake up tomorrow. Would you take the deal? Of course not. And that's exactly the point. In this episode, I'm challenging you to rethink how you value your time, your life, and the opportunities sitting right in front of you every single day. Because if you wouldn't trade your life for $10M… then why are you treating your days like they're worth so much less? I also take you behind the scenes of a last-minute, $45,000 trip I made happen to take my nearly 80-year-old father-in-law to The Masters — a bucket list experience he may not have had another chance to enjoy. This isn't about money. It's about urgency, legacy, and being the person in your family who actually makes things happen. If you've been waiting for the "perfect time"… this episode is your wake-up call. Show highlights include: The $10M question that will completely shift how you value your life [01:56] Why every day you wake up is worth more than you think [03:19] How pressure is actually a privilege (and what to do with it) [05:20] The powerful story behind a last-minute Masters trip that created lifelong memories [07:18] Why waiting for the "right time" is one of the biggest mistakes people make [18:40] How to start creating legacy experiences with your family now — not later [16:46] The danger of pushing dreams off until it's too late [18:40] Why you need a "family legacy budget" just like you have a business budget [16:46] How to become the person in your family who makes things happen [24:56] Why making more money matters — and how to tie it to meaningful experiences [26:18] I also break down how I think about money differently — not just as something to accumulate, but something to deploy into experiences that actually matter. Because at the end of the day… You won't remember the extra money sitting in your account. But you will remember the moments you created with the people you love. You don't need more time. You need more urgency. You don't need more money. You need a better reason to make it. Welcome to The Making of a DM Podcast, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life. Check out these resources: Who Is Mark Evans DM?: Learn More Follow Mark on Instagram: @markevansdm Grab Mark's book, Magician Vs. Mule: Get Your Copy Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? Join Now Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: Sign Up      

In this episode, I'm breaking down the brutal truth about why your business is stuck — and it's probably not what you want to hear. It's not the market. It's not the economy. It's not your CRM. It's the fact that you're drowning in noise instead of focusing on signal. I see so many entrepreneurs working all day, staying "busy," and still not making money. Why? Because you're doing things that feel like work… but don't actually move the needle. In this episode, I walk you through the difference between signal vs. noise — and how the most successful people in the world eliminate distractions and focus only on actions that directly produce results. If you're stuck, overwhelmed, or feel like you're working harder than ever with little to show for it… this episode will expose exactly why — and what to do about it. Show highlights include: The real reason your business isn't growing (hint: it's not the market) [02:56] Signal vs. noise: how top performers focus only on what produces results [02:56] Why "working hard" is often just disguised procrastination [10:02] The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make when trying to scale (systems before execution) [13:11] How overthinking, over-learning, and consuming too much content is killing your progress [26:04] Why most people are avoiding the real work that actually makes money [10:34] The power of daily, consistent action (calls, conversations, and closing) [22:11] Why listening to too many "experts" is keeping you stuck and confused [26:04] The importance of focusing on ONE strategy and executing relentlessly [26:04] How successful people use urgency, communication, and focus to win [15:24] I also break down real-world examples of how to simplify your business, eliminate distractions, and focus on the only thing that matters: Generating revenue. At the end of the day, business is simple — but execution is where most people fail. You don't need another course. You don't need another system. You don't need more information. You need to shut off the noise… and do the work that actually produces results. Welcome to The Making of a DM Podcast, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life. Check out these resources: Who Is Mark Evans DM?: Learn More Follow Mark on Instagram: @markevansdm Grab Mark's book, Magician Vs. Mule: Get Your Copy Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? Join Now Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: Sign Up

In this episode, I'm sharing a feeling every CEO knows all too well — the moment when you want to fire everyone and just do it all yourself. I woke up frustrated, anxious, and ready to blow things up after realizing things in the business weren't getting done the way they should. Communication broke down. Excuses started flying. And like many leaders, my first instinct was simple: clean house and start over. But over nearly 30 years in business, I've learned something important — firing everyone isn't the solution. Becoming a better CEO is. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on the real emotional and operational pressure of running companies with employees, vendors, clients, and moving parts everywhere. From wanting to snap on your team, to realizing the real problem might actually be leadership structure, systems, and accountability. I also explain why trying to handle everything yourself is one of the biggest mistakes business owners make — and why asking for help, bringing in experts, and building the right support systems is the only way to scale. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, frustrated with your team, or questioned whether it would be easier to just burn it all down and rebuild — this episode will hit home. Show highlights include: Why every CEO eventually feels like firing their entire team [00:02] The dangerous cycle of excuses and lack of accountability in organizations [04:55] What actually happens after you fire someone (and why it's rarely what you fear) [06:20] The emotional pressure CEOs face behind closed doors while leading their teams [09:02] Why most companies get into trouble when things are going well [11:45] How hiring fractional experts (HR, CFO, etc.) can save you thousands in stress and mistakes [15:03] The hidden cost of trying to run your entire business yourself [20:08] Why inefficiency in teams is usually a leadership and systems problem [24:09] The truth about building real businesses vs. online "easy money" hype [30:33] The leadership mindset shift required to build million-dollar businesses [31:49] Why the first person you may need to "fire" from your company… is yourself [34:22] Running a company isn't easy. It's messy. It's emotional. It's stressful. But the solution isn't burning everything down. The solution is getting the right help, building stronger systems, and becoming the leader your business actually needs. Welcome to The Making of a DM Podcast, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life. Check out these resources: Who Is Mark Evans DM?: Learn More Follow Mark on Instagram: @markevansdm Grab Mark's book, Magician Vs. Mule: Get Your Copy Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? Join Now Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: Sign Up

In this episode, I'm back after seven months away from the mic — as I've been hard into a brand new industry. And I just got back from our Deal Maker Alliance event in Nashville — where we raised over $113,000 for charity in just 30 minutes.   I've got one big question for you:   What did you want to be when you we're growing up? I watched 25 kids confidently stand up and declare their dreams. Astronauts. Athletes. Entrepreneurs. No hesitation. No fear. Then I looked at the adults in the room… and saw how many have quietly stopped dreaming. In this episode, I'm challenging you to stop talking about big goals while making small decisions. If your bank account, business, health, and relationships look the same as they did 12–36 months ago, you're not building — you're maintaining. And maintenance doesn't create legacy. I break down the hard truth about identity, execution, and why most entrepreneurs aren't suffering… they're just stuck in a self-inflicted struggle. There's a difference. I also share what it's like to step into a brand-new industry at 48 years old as a white belt — getting my butt kicked daily — and loving every second of it because I'm building toward something big. This episode is about going All In to Win in 2026 and beyond. If you've been busy but not building… learning but not executing… dreaming small because it feels safer… this one's for you. Show highlights include: Why 95% of entrepreneurs talk big but make small decisions [04:56] The powerful difference between struggle (good) and suffering (self-inflicted) [24:12] Why most people sabotage themselves when they start winning [28:03] The identity problem keeping you stuck at the same revenue for years [18:38] What happened when I asked a room full of adults about their legacy dreams — and got zero hands [30:55] How activating your reticular activating system changes the opportunities you see [35:58] Why you must choose a vehicle big enough to make real money — even if you mess it up [37:47] The role of positive peer pressure and getting around real winners [21:13] Why "All In to Win" is the only way to approach 2026 [42:56] You don't need another motivational quote. You need a bigger dream — and the execution to back it up.   Welcome to The Making of a DM Podcast, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life. Check out these resources: Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/) Grab Mark's book, Magician Vs. Mule: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer) Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (www.dealMakerAlliance.com/app) Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass)

In this episode, I'm diving deep into why most people stay stuck—foggy about their goals, unclear on their direction, and spinning their wheels doing "work" that doesn't actually move the needle. I'll break down how to take control of your life by getting radically honest about what you don't want, why intentionality matters more than hustle, and how community, clarity, and reflection will change the game. You don't need another to-do list—you need a vision. One that's backed by strategic action, daily accountability, and a burning desire to make the next 365 days count. We'll talk about reflection, dreaming bigger, building with purpose, and the real cost of winging it. Show highlights include: Why understanding what you don't want creates clarity [03:53] The power of intentionality and why it beats busyness [05:50] Reflecting on your past year to uncover blind spots [07:16] How to hold yourself accountable and actually follow through [10:41] Why community accelerates your personal and business growth [12:08] Dreaming bigger and setting bold, aligned goals [15:00] The truth: Hard work without a plan is a trap [17:56] How to change your life in the next 365 days [18:35] Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.   Check out these resources:  - Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) - Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/)  - Grab Mark's book, *Magician Vs. Mule*: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer)  - Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (www.dealMakerAlliance.com/app)  - Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass)

In this powerful episode, Mark Evans DM takes a hard look at the modern "alpha male" narrative—and calls BS on it. Success isn't about yelling the loudest, flashing material wins, or living up to some social media-fueled idea of masculinity. It's about authentic leadership, personal growth, being a great husband and father, and living with purpose. Mark shares why chasing validation through status and image is a losing game—and how real fulfillment comes from building strong relationships, serving your community, and owning who you are. If you've ever felt like you're not measuring up to some unspoken "alpha" standard… this episode is for you. Show highlights include: The most valuable asset you have right now [02:53] Why "alpha male" culture is a marketing trap [05:52] What true success really looks like [08:39] How to define yourself outside of society's noise [11:15] Leading with purpose in your family and life [13:35] Why you should stop idolizing others [18:09] One question that changes everything: "What do you really want?" [20:13] Your wake-up call to lead with authenticity [22:18] Download your FREE Year End Personal Audit Workbook Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.   Check out these resources:  - Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) - Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/)  - Grab Mark's book, *Magician Vs. Mule*: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer)  - Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (www.dealMakerAlliance.com/app)  - Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass) - Andy Frisella's 75 Hard: (https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-info)

In this episode, I'm breaking down why your environment is either fueling your business or flat-out killing it. I'll share the hard truth: if you're still hanging around small thinkers, undercharging, and trying to do it all alone—you're not building a business, you're babysitting a job. It's time to elevate your circle, raise your standards, and get in the room with elite entrepreneurs who force you to grow. We'll talk pricing, mindset, peer pressure (the good kind), and why you've got to invest in yourself before anyone else will. Show highlights include: Why talking to elite business owners unlocks new levels [03:36] The brutal truth: If your biz can't run without you, you own a job [11:55] How positive peer pressure forces growth [22:34] Why small-minded people are secretly holding you back [29:10] The ROI of investing in your network and yourself [39:19} Download your FREE Year End Personal Audit Workbook Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.   Check out these resources:  - Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) - Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/)  - Grab Mark's book, *Magician Vs. Mule*: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer)  - Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (www.dealMakerAlliance.com/app)  - Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass)

In this episode, I'm calling out the ones hiding behind "busy work" instead of getting real results. Too many guys spend their days planning, tweaking PowerPoints, and waiting for the perfect moment - while the winners are out there talking to people and closing deals.  I share hard truths and real stories that prove action beats perfection every time. If you've had enough of your own excuses and want to build something that matters, this is for you.  Stop worrying about being flawless, start moving, and let's get to work. Show highlights include:  This is your chance if you missed the DM documentary [01:44] Do your actions support your goals? [07:13] The need to create accountability for yourself [08:33] Discover why initiative is more important than perfection [11:59] Learn to break the loop of mere planning and no action [13:14] Discover the impact of genuine, one-on-one conversations [17:01] This is your only shortcut to success [24:02] Find out the blueprint for getting the results you want [27:21] Download your FREE Year End Personal Audit Workbook Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.   Check out these resources:  - Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) - Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/)  - Grab Mark's book, *Magician Vs. Mule*: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer)  - Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/dma)  - Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass)

In this episode, I'll share the raw truth about making real money when your back's against the wall.  We're talking door-knocking, window washing, grinding through rejection, and turning simple skills into serious paydays. I'll show you why it's smarter to get paid than to chase the perfect business plan.  If you're ready for advice that gets cash in hand, tune in and let's get to work. Show highlights include:  Have you booked your free ticket for the DM Documentary? [01:25] Discover the power of documentation in networking [05:46] How does Mark handle online hate and negativity? [07:50] Learn to assess the phases of your business first [13:04] Do you know the strategy for selling a high-valued skill? [20:10] Discover what value exchange is [23:00] Find out the impact of flat tire mentality [25:14] This is why transferring relationship capital matters [27:13] Download your FREE Year End Personal Audit Workbook Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.   Check out these resources:  - Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) - Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/)  - Grab Mark's book, *Magician Vs. Mule*: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer)  - Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/dma)  - Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass)

Ever had to make the tough call and cut someone from your team, even when it feels brutal? In this episode, I lay it all out - no sugarcoating. I talk about the real challenges that come with hiring, firing, and managing people who just can't keep up.  I share what's worked, where I screwed up, and why hanging on to the wrong person will drag your whole business down. If you're building a team, want to protect your company, and aren't afraid of a little hard truth, this episode is for you.  Show highlights include:  Mark your calendar for the upcoming DM documentary [05:42] Remember this while hiring employees [06:50] Learn why you need to let the underperformers go [14:56] How to find new opportunities within your current company? [16:38] Here is how you can make the firing process smooth [19:39] Discover the consequences of overhiring [23:58] This is a great way to monetize your relationship capital [30:37] Discover the potential in B2B and B2C spaces [34:09] Download your FREE Year End Personal Audit Workbook Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.   Check out these resources:  - Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) - Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/)  - Grab Mark's book, *Magician Vs. Mule*: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer)  - Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/dma)  - Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass)

Today, I'm broadcasting from Bora Bora, having spent the last 50 days traveling with my family while running my businesses. In this episode, I'm diving into the chaos of the Great Stock Crash of 2025.  This isn't about fear; it's about seizing opportunities and staying in control of your financial destiny. It's time to keep your head in the game, build strong connections, and explore opportunities when others are backing away. Whether you're looking to elevate your business game or need a dose of motivation, I've got you covered. Plus, I'm excited to invite you to tune in for a special live viewing of my DM documentary, where I'm giving you all the tools to make things happen. Let's go! Show highlights include:  Do you know how to overcome doubt? [05:07] How can a single conversation help your financial goals? [09:40] Discover the right time to invest in the market [11:12] This can be your opportunity in today's financial market [14:00] Find out the importance of having the right network [15:40] How can you make the most of 2025? [19:46] Learn to understand the financial systems first [24:26] When is the live viewing of the "DM Documentary" [27:14] Download your FREE Year End Personal Audit Workbook Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.   Check out these resources:  - Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) - Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/)  - Grab Mark's book, *Magician Vs. Mule*: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer)  - Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/dma)  - Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass)

"I've lost everything. Now what?" Picture standing in the middle of life's battlefield, everything's falling apart, yet there's a way to fight back and emerge tougher.  I'm talking to you from the Gold Coast of Australia, sharing raw stories about getting knocked down and what it took to stand back up. Let's shoot straight and talk about redefining success and taking on challenges like they're your next opponents. This episode could be the turning point you've been looking for.  Show highlights include:  Discover the path from loss to liberation [04:06] Learn about the impacts of an unfocused vision [05:13] Is your definition of "hard" holding you back? [08:46] Do you know what it means to be miserably happy? [13:59] This is what matters during your bad times [15:53] Find out how you can recognize your own unique ability [19:51] Learn to observe and understand your thoughts [22:34] Are you following a timeline of success? [28:02] Download your FREE Year End Personal Audit Workbook Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.   Check out these resources:  - Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) - Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/)  - Grab Mark's book, *Magician Vs. Mule*: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer)  - Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/dma)  - Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass)

Today, I'm talking to you straight from the gritty streets of Melbourne, Australia. It's time to talk business—raw and real. Picture this: F1 race car drivers buzzing around my hotel as I pull back the curtain on marketing wisdom and the core of identity that can make or break you.  Plus, I'll share my own battles with anxiety while on the road with the family. This episode is all about taking the punches, pushing back harder, and setting your sights on untapped potential.  Get ready and join us for practical insights to make your entrepreneurial journey a success.  Show highlights include:  This is where most people quit [05:00] How does your identity shape your financial trajectory? [08:03] Discover the process of restructuring your identity [10:50] Learn to overcome the identity crisis you are facing [12:38] Find out the impact of ego on your identity [14:54] Navigating the feeling of having an imposter syndrome [16:51] Here is how you can create a successful marketing campaign [21:58] Discover the use of retargetting in marketing [23:09] Download your FREE Year End Personal Audit Workbook   Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.     Check out these resources:  - Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) - Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/)  - Grab Mark's book, *Magician Vs. Mule*: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer)  - Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/dma)  - Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass)  

Today, I'm here to discuss why most folks think writing a check for masterminds and big events is their golden ticket to success. But here's the real deal: just paying won't get you anywhere.  You've got to roll up your sleeves, ask the tough questions, and grind like never before. I've lived it, and investing in these experiences turned my world upside down in the best way possible. Are you ready to step up and become the dealmaker and dream maker you're meant to be? Let's get into it. Show highlights include:  Can mentorships and networking events change your destiny? [02:22] Discover the superpower entrepreneurs can gain [04:42] Learn about the power of fearless execution [07:33] Do you know about the shiny object syndrome? [11:27] Discover the magic one right connection can create [13:41] How does relationship capital help solve big problems? [18:25] Do you have a depth perception issue? [21:39] This is why you must invest in yourself first [23:35] Download your FREE Year End Personal Audit Workbook   Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.     Check out these resources:  - Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) - Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/)  - Grab Mark's book, *Magician Vs. Mule*: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer)  - Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/dma)  - Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass)

In this episode, we're diving into the real grind of building a life and business on your terms.  Picture this: stepping away from the daily hustle to travel the world and realizing you don't have to be chained to your desk to make it work. I'm spilling the raw truth on how putting hard limits on my time forced me to think strategically and prioritize what really matters.  It's about breaking free from the conventional grind and constructing a life where you call the shots. If you're ready to challenge the status quo and create a life that fires on all cylinders, then this is the episode you need to hear.  Show highlights include:  Is money-making your sole focus? [04:06] Do you know how traveling impacts a business mindset? [09:23] Here are some tips on effective time management [10:48] Discover the simplest way to grow your business [16:15] This is how you empower your team members [17:43]  Learn the benefits of journaling your emotions [19:06] This is how constraint helps you prioritize right [23:52] All businesses are not created equal [27:53] Download your FREE Year End Personal Audit Workbook Welcome to *The Making of a DM Podcast*, where real estate, entrepreneurship, and deal making collide. Hosted by Mark Evans DM — the "DM" stands for Deal Maker — a 12X bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and family man, this podcast offers you a front-row seat to the strategies and mindset that help entrepreneurs scale their businesses for maximum profitability and freedom. Mark's journey began in the blue-collar world, running a gutter business before transitioning into real estate, where he flipped over 5000 deals. Now, as the owner of multiple successful businesses, Mark shares the lessons he's learned along the way to financial independence. Whether you're flipping properties, building business empires, or seeking ways to stop trading time for money, this podcast will show you how to level up your business and your life.   Check out these resources:  - Who Is Mark Evans DM?: [Learn More] (https://www.markevansdm.com/who-is-mark) - Follow Mark on Instagram: [@markevansdm] (https://www.instagram.com/markevansdm/)  - Grab Mark's book, *Magician Vs. Mule*: [Get Your Copy] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/book-offer)  - Want to be part of the Deal Maker Alliance? [Join Now] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/dma)  - Free Masterclass: Get Mark's Business Buying Blueprint: [Sign Up] (https://vip.markevansdm.com/masterclass)