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Formerly known as The GM Show, this is a show about life, business, real estate, entrepreneurship, parenting, and finances.
I interview people that inspire me.
I'm Brian Green. I'm a family man and I love business, ultra-running, and hobby farming.
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In this episode of The Brian Green Show, Brian Green sits down with Marc Hostovsky, an early employee at Jet.com who helped scale the company before its $3 billion acquisition by Walmart. Marc shares the story of leaving corporate e-commerce to start Minoan, a platform transforming Airbnbs and hotels into a new form of retail distribution through what he calls Native Retail. They discuss lessons from building startups, navigating the loneliness of leadership, raising early capital, and the pe...
In this episode of The Brian Green Show, host Brian Green interviews entrepreneur Jeremy White, founder of JJ Cole. They discuss Jeremy's journey from childhood to becoming a successful entrepreneur, the foundational principles instilled in him by his family, and the importance of hard work, integrity, and faith. Jeremy shares insights on evaluating business ideas, the challenges he faced while building his company, and the significance of having a supportive partner. The conversation also to...
In this episode host Brian Green interviews Taylor Brown, a successful entrepreneur who transitioned from a tech career to owning Elite Turf Supply. Taylor shares his journey, discussing the importance of hard work, sales skills, and the value of mentorship. He reflects on his experiences at Divvy, the challenges of scaling a business, and the growth of the artificial turf industry. Taylor emphasizes the significance of perspective and gratitude in navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneu...
In this episode, Travis Berryhill shares his inspiring journey as a serial entrepreneur, detailing his early influences, the challenges he faced in business, and the lessons learned along the way. From his childhood mentorship to his experiences with Don Aslett's Cleaning Centers and Hall Oil Company, Travis emphasizes the importance of perseverance, relationships, and a passion for business. He offers valuable insights on overcoming adversity, the significance of love and motivation in life,...
Summary In this episode of The Brian Green Show, host Brian Green welcomes Bill Douglas, a seasoned entrepreneur and resilience expert from Denver, Colorado. Bill shares his inspiring journey of overcoming significant health challenges, including a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and a life-threatening skiing accident. He emphasizes the importance of resilience, health, and positivity in both personal and professional life. Bill discusses how his struggles led him to prioritize fitness and me...
In this episode, Brian Green interviews TJ Burns, who shares his journey from growing up in Long Island to studying engineering at MIT and eventually working at Amazon. TJ discusses his experiences at MIT, the challenges he faced while working at Blink, and the lessons learned from his startup life. He also talks about his transition into real estate, the importance of mentorship, and how he built his investment portfolio. Finally, TJ introduces Zendra Lending, a new venture aimed at providin...
In this episode, Brian Green interviews Sargis Ivanov, a CPA who shares his unique journey into the accounting profession, the growth of his family's transportation business, and his passion for real estate. Sargis discusses the challenges facing the CPA profession, the importance of mentorship, and the strategies he employs to help clients reduce their tax burdens through real estate investments. He explains key tax strategies such as the Augusta Rule, cost segregation, and 1031 exchanges, e...
Summary In this inspiring conversation, Ben Kjar shares his journey of overcoming adversity as someone born with Crozon syndrome. He discusses the pivotal role of his mother in instilling confidence and resilience, the importance of supportive relationships, and the impact of mentors in his life. Ben emphasizes the significance of accountability and planning in achieving goals, and he highlights the influence of his wife, La Cole, in his journey. The conversation culminates in a discussion ab...
In this conversation, Jeremy Barker shares his incredible journey from being a firefighter to becoming a successful entrepreneur with his company, Murphy Door. He discusses the challenges he faced, including losing $20 million and living in a truck, and how he overcame fear and setbacks to build a thriving business. Jeremy emphasizes the importance of resilience, investing in oneself, and the value of patience in entrepreneurship. He also highlights the significance of believing in others and...
In this conversation, Lloyd Roberts shares his inspiring journey of overcoming adversity, including living with cystic fibrosis and surviving a life-threatening accident. He emphasizes the importance of mindset in achieving fulfillment and discusses his framework, G-Cubed, which focuses on gratitude, growth, and giving. Lloyd explains how to cultivate gratitude by eliminating entitlement and highlights the significance of being present in our lives. He reflects on his identity and legacy, aim...
In this engaging conversation, Andrew K Smith shares his journey from tech entrepreneur to successful restaurateur, emphasizing the importance of family, resilience, and empathy in business. He discusses the challenges of scaling a business, the misconceptions surrounding the restaurant industry, and the significance of mentorship for the next generation of entrepreneurs. Andrew's insights provide valuable lessons for aspiring business owners and highlight the need for a supportive partnershi...
In this podcast episode, Richard Wilson shares his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of creating one's own luck through hard work and cold calling. He discusses the significance of family offices in wealth management and the value of building genuine relationships by adding value first. Richard also highlights the role of social media in growing his business and the importance of maintaining a strong family dynamic while pursuing entrepreneurial goals. He concludes with insi...
Leti and Kenji share their inspiring journey from being physicians to successful real estate investors. They discuss the challenges they faced, the importance of mindset, and how they built a community to help others achieve financial freedom through real estate. Their story emphasizes the significance of education, mentorship, and the power of niching down in business. They also touch on balancing family life with their entrepreneurial pursuits and the legacy they hope to leave for their chi...
In this engaging conversation, Rory shares her inspiring journey from being a teacher to becoming the Director of Asset Management at Wind River Group. She discusses the challenges of balancing family life with career ambitions, the importance of continuous learning, and the value of building strong relationships in business. Rory emphasizes the significance of extreme ownership in asset management and her plans to launch a podcast aimed at providing leadership insights in the property manage...
In this conversation, Kyle Stephenson shares his journey from being a full-time orthopedic surgeon to becoming a successful real estate investor. He discusses the challenges he faced, the lessons learned, and the importance of education and networking in the real estate space. Kyle emphasizes the significance of building trust with operators, the role of teamwork, and the need for a solid financial education, especially for physicians. He also talks about his initiative, the Doctors Investor ...
In this conversation, Mike Woodfield shares his journey from a family office to becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur. He discusses the lessons learned from managing a failing business, the transition to real estate asset management, and the importance of communication with investors. Mike emphasizes the need for a solid framework when changing careers and the differences between asset management and property management. He also shares insights on navigating market changes, maintaini...
In this engaging conversation, Brian Green interviews brothers Marcus and Ryan Smoot, who own and operate Watchman Properties and Man Cave Storage. A Top 100 storage facility owner in the US. They share their journey into the industry, starting during the Great Recession, and discuss the challenges and opportunities they faced. The Smoots emphasize the importance of partnership, shared values, and customer service in their business model. They also touch on the significance of continuous lear...
In this episode, Brian Green and Henry Metcalf interview David Decker, a seasoned professional in the self-storage industry. David shares his journey from being mentored early in his career to becoming a successful leader and angel investor. He emphasizes the importance of humility, curiosity, and hard work, and discusses how he instills these values in his children. David also reflects on the lessons learned from his career, the significance of cultural exposure through family moves, and the...
Josh Green, a seasoned real estate professional with nearly 20 years of experience. Josh shares his journey from property management to multifamily appraisal and consulting, and ultimately to real estate development. He discusses the importance of education, mentorship, and gaining practical experience in the industry. Josh expresses his passion for townhomes and multifamily properties, highlighting their demand and the flexibility they offer in development. The conversation also touches on t...
We interview Rand Sargent, who shares his journey from the tech industry to becoming a successful industrial real estate broker. Highlights the role of mentorship, relationships, and work ethic in his successOffers advice for new brokers navigating industrial real estateBreaks down the key differences between residential and commercial dealsEmphasizes the emotional side of real estate and the power of client connectionReflects on values-driven success: effort, integrity, and family firs...














