Advertise on podcast: Big Hitters with Larry Weidel

In this episode of Million Dollar Mastermind, Larry Weidel breaks down the essential fundamentals of winning and how to turn core growth principles into part of your DNA. He dives deep into the SMART goal framework—explaining how to fine-tune specific, measurable, action-oriented, realistic, and time-bound goals. Larry shares practical strategies for breaking through writer's block and reluctance, leveraging "surges" of activity, and staying dynamically adaptable with your planning to achieve high-level success faster.

What does it actually take to turn personal adversity into an enduring physical and business empire? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, Larry sits down with Manning Sumner, founder of seven high-performance gyms, creator of the "No Days Off" movement, and founder of No Days Off Water. After breaking his back twice and pivoting away from playing football at Auburn, Manning moved to Miami and transformed a flood-prone dead-end street in Wynwood into the anchor of a thriving fitness brand. From training the NBA’s top superstars during the 2011 lockout to scaling a beverage brand distributed in 14 states by Molson Coors, Manning reveals why true success is about impact, service, and never taking a day off on yourself. Tune in to discover the exact distinction between amateurs and pros, how to build unbreakable discipline through daily decisions, and why doing more than what is required is the ultimate competitive edge.

In this episode of Big Hitters, Larry Weidel connects with MVP leader Jolene Janke to explore the distinct mindset that drives million-dollar earners and high achievers. They discuss why mediocrity can quietly drain your momentum, how surrounding yourself with the right environment accelerates growth, and why moving from an "amateur" to a "pro" mentality requires over-delivering and embracing high-level mentorship. Jolene shares real-world insights from her journey across Canada building businesses, while Larry breaks down how to focus on maximum effort rather than doing the bare minimum to win big.

What truly separates the good from the elite in business? In this high-powered episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Larry Weidel sits down with tech entrepreneur, investor, and serial builder Alex Mehr to discuss why raw effort alone isn't enough to guarantee victory. While hard work is a baseline requirement, true scale and sustained success demand leverage combining technology, innovative tactics, and edge stacking to build an unfair advantage over the competition. Alex and Larry break down historical examples of competitive leverage from Napoleon’s tactical use of artillery to modern technological force multipliers and examine the psychological realities of high performance. From the depressing reality of post-exit disorientation to why elite entrepreneurs must trade overthinking for massive output volume, this conversation offers a refreshing, unfiltered look at what it really takes to win in the rare air.

What is the biggest mistake successful leaders make once they achieve winning results? In this episode of Big Hitters, Larry Weidel exposes the silent killer of successful businesses: getting bored and losing focus on what made you successful in the first place. Larry shares why adding unnecessary features and getting distracted by shiny new tactics can derail even top-performing operators. Using vivid analogies—from dairy farming to legendary photography workshops and piano sales—he illustrates how staying excited about core activities drives sustainable growth. Learn how to avoid the "siren call" of distraction, maintain childish excitement for incremental improvements, and keep beating your proven winning formula into the ground.

What if the key to building a tech enterprise that lasts isn't inventing breakthrough technology, but solving the right problem first? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Larry Weidel sits down with Dejan Nenov, CTO and CISO at Taichin AI and veteran entrepreneur who has helped build operating companies returning over $3.5 billion in value across chips, cybersecurity, energy, and healthcare. Dejan shares his journey from coming to the U.S. from Eastern Europe as a teenager to creating a data-driven algorithm in 1993 that helped propel a real estate firm onto the New York Stock Exchange. From navigating Silicon Valley's dot-com boom and bust to spearheading AI transformation in American healthcare today, Dejan reveals how serial winners keep winning by staying disciplined, validating market demand early, and remaining resilient when market cycles shift. Tune in to discover why fortune favors the daring, how to set strict capital guardrails, and why getting laid off overnight taught Dejan that nobody is irreplaceable.

What separates the high performers who build lasting success from those who stay stuck? In this episode of Big Hitters, Larry Weidel sits down with last year's MVP, Jolene Janke, during her trans-Canada live speaking tour. Together, they explore what truly drives high achievers, the hidden costs of staying in mediocrity, and why timing is everything when identifying future leaders. Larry breaks down the importance of continuous training—even for world-class leaders—and shares why you can't want success for someone more than they want it for themselves. If you are ready to stop letting other people's lack of drive slow you down and start building long-term growth, this breakdown is a must-listen.

What if everything you know about building a winning business is wrong? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Larry sits down with Richard Foos, legendary entrepreneur and founder of Rhino Records, to explore why patience and persistence beat perfection, how to start small and scale strategically, and the key strategies that turn setbacks into breakthroughs. From launching a record store on a shoestring budget to building a $100 million enterprise and then doing it all over again with Shout Factory, Richard reveals how serial winners keep winning by staying the course when others quit. Whether you're struggling to gain traction on your first venture or scaling to the next level, this conversation is packed with unfiltered insights on problem-solving, building the right team, and the mental resilience that separates dreamers from doers. Tune in to discover why never giving up isn't motivational fluff, it's the competitive edge that compounds over decades.

What separates the $1M operator from the $10M operator? In this episode of Big Hitters, Larry Weidel breaks down the essential two-part process—routines and surges—that separates high earners from the rest. You'll learn how to establish a personalized, daily winning routine that drives steady progress without causing operational bottlenecks. Larry also reveals how strategic surges act as game-changing disruptors to shatter plateaus and unlock massive scale. If you are ready to stop spilling capacity and start building sustainable, long-term growth, this breakdown is a must-listen.

What if the difference between good and great leadership has nothing to do with being a good person? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Larry Weidel sits down with Adam Mendler, UCLA professor and interviewer of 500+ top CEOs, to explore why most bad leaders aren't bad people, they're just untrained, how you can unlock your superpower to move from mediocre to exceptional, and the key strategies to measure what actually matters in your organization. Whether you're a leader looking to transform your team or an entrepreneur seeking clarity on your path forward, this conversation is packed with actionable insights on defining success, getting started on what matters most, and the real cost of playing it safe. Tune in to discover why your first step matters more than your perfect plan.

Why do so many entrepreneurs play small when winning is the only real reason to be in the game? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Larry Weidel sits down with Rick Jordan, founder and CEO of ReachOut Technology, CEO of Frequency Holdings, top-ranked podcaster, and former professional musician, to explore what it truly takes to operate at the top of multiple arenas. From learning why stating facts about your achievements isn't arrogance to engineering your own proximity to elite mentors, Rick breaks down the core principles of high-level momentum. Whether you're navigating cyber security vulnerabilities in your business, scaling through acquisitions, or striving to instill a winning culture in your family and organization, this conversation delivers actionable strategies for high achievers who refuse to settle.

What separates those who dominate their industry from those who merely survive it? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Adam Weidel sits down with Kevin Brittingham, founder of Q and architect of the 300 Blackout and 86 Blackout cartridges, to explore why relentless innovation beats market trends, how elite teams are built around one principle, eliminate stupid people, not stupid rules and the exact mindset required to scale from millions to billions without losing your edge. Whether you're transitioning your multi-million-dollar empire to the next level or orchestrating disruption in your industry, this conversation cuts through the noise to reveal how authentic leadership, vertical integration, and an obsession with R&D compound into generational wealth. Tune in to discover why the greatest entrepreneurs view growth as non-negotiable and comfort as a death sentence.

What separates the $1M operator from the $10M operator? In this episode of Big Hitters, Larry Weidel breaks down the framework that transforms good performers into elite ones and reveals why most people sabotage themselves from the start. You'll discover why intent shapes everything, how to engineer systems for consistent wins, and the counterintuitive truth about "working harder" that keeps most entrepreneurs stuck. If you're ready to compress your timeline to the next breakthrough level, this is required listening.

What if you could unlock a billion-dollar industry that most entrepreneurs don't even know exists? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Larry Weidel sits down with Eric Coffie, government contracting expert and founder of GovCon Giants, to explore why surrounding yourself with elite operators accelerates your trajectory, how to identify and capitalize on federal contract opportunities worth over $1 trillion annually, and the exact strategies that transformed him from moving back with his parents during the 2008 crash to scaling multiple seven-figure ventures. Whether you're looking to diversify revenue streams, build strategic partnerships with high-net-worth players, or unlock a massive untapped market, this conversation reveals the decision-making framework that separates those who almost scale from those who actually do. Tune in to discover how one conversation with the right person can open doors worth millions—and why your next billion-dollar move might be hiding in plain sight.

What separates serial winners from the truly elite? In this episode of Big Hitters, Larry Weidel breaks down the framework behind his upcoming book “Never Just Do It”—revealing how top performers transition from winning repeatedly to dominating their field at the highest level. You'll discover why the extra repetitions, intensity, and relentless refinement are what separate the all-stars from everyone else grinding away.