Finding Peak with Ryan Hanley Archiv
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1 Stunde 5 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
He bought Bitcoin at $200. He had the chance to invest in TikTok before it was a global phenomenon. Now, venture capitalist and Levex founder Harvey Liu is revealing what he believes is the single biggest trade of the next five years.
In this episode, we go deep on:
The real reason China's tech scene is crushing the West (it's not what you think).
Why Harvey believes Ethereum is a better bet than Bitcoin right now.
The simple, 4-step playbook for new crypto investors to avoid getting wrecked.
How AI is about to change trading forever.
If you want to understand the hidden forces driving the global economy and where the smart money is moving next, you can't afford to miss this.
Connect with Harvey Liu:
Website: https://levex.com/en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/HarveyLevex
This is the way.
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/this-vc-bought-bitcoin-at-200-saw-tiktoks-rise-and-now-says-this-is-the-next-big-trade
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He bought Bitcoin at $200. He had the chance to invest in TikTok before it was a global phenomenon. Now, venture capitalist and Levex founder Harvey Liu is revealing what he believes is the single biggest trade of the next five years.
In this episode, we go deep on:
The real reason China's tech scene is crushing the West (it's not what you think).
Why Harvey believes Ethereum is a better bet than Bitcoin right now.
The simple, 4-step playbook for new crypto investors to avoid getting wrecked.
How AI is about to change trading forever.
If you want to understand the hidden forces driving the global economy and where the smart money is moving next, you can't afford to miss this.
Connect with Harvey Liu:
Website: https://levex.com/en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/HarveyLevex
This is the way.
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/this-vc-bought-bitcoin-at-200-saw-tiktoks-rise-and-now-says-this-is-the-next-big-trade
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60 Minuten
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Jon Brod had a job most people would kill for: a marketing executive at the NBA who helped launch the Toronto Raptors.
But he gave it all up to become an entrepreneur. In this episode, Jon shares the hard-won lessons from his journey, from the court to the startup world.
We discuss how to calculate risk, the power of market positioning, and why the most successful people are the ones willing to be uncomfortable.
If you're an entrepreneur or a leader looking to make your mark, this episode is packed with actionable insights and the kind of contrarian thinking that separates the good from the great.
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Connect with Jon Brod
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonbrod/
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Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/he-quit-the-best-job-in-the-world-then-built-something-better-jon-brod
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Jon Brod had a job most people would kill for: a marketing executive at the NBA who helped launch the Toronto Raptors.
But he gave it all up to become an entrepreneur. In this episode, Jon shares the hard-won lessons from his journey, from the court to the startup world.
We discuss how to calculate risk, the power of market positioning, and why the most successful people are the ones willing to be uncomfortable.
If you're an entrepreneur or a leader looking to make your mark, this episode is packed with actionable insights and the kind of contrarian thinking that separates the good from the great.
Get a demo of the #1 remote office software in the world: https://ro.am/
Connect with Jon Brod
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonbrod/
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Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/he-quit-the-best-job-in-the-world-then-built-something-better-jon-brod
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1 Stunde 3 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
Most people are cowards. They talk a big game at the bar but stay silent when it matters. They signal virtues they don't believe in to protect their paychecks. They're terrified of saying the wrong thing, so they say nothing at all.
But what if that fear is costing you more than just your integrity? What if it's costing you money, influence, and the life you were meant to live?
In this episode, I sit down with Zuby—a rapper, author, podcaster, and one of the most independent thinkers on the planet. He's a man who has built an empire by refusing to bend the knee to groupthink.
Zuby breaks down the uncomfortable truth about why so many people choose cowardice over courage, and provides a playbook for how to think for yourself in a world that demands conformity. This isn't feel-good motivation. It's a tactical guide for leaders who want to operate with conviction.
Stop hiding. Stop complaining. It's time to build.
Connect with Zuby
X (twitter): @ZubyMusic
Substack: realtalkwithzuby.com
Website: zubymusic.com
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/why-most-people-are-cowards-and-how-to-not-be-one-zuby
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Most people are cowards. They talk a big game at the bar but stay silent when it matters. They signal virtues they don't believe in to protect their paychecks. They're terrified of saying the wrong thing, so they say nothing at all.
But what if that fear is costing you more than just your integrity? What if it's costing you money, influence, and the life you were meant to live?
In this episode, I sit down with Zuby—a rapper, author, podcaster, and one of the most independent thinkers on the planet. He's a man who has built an empire by refusing to bend the knee to groupthink.
Zuby breaks down the uncomfortable truth about why so many people choose cowardice over courage, and provides a playbook for how to think for yourself in a world that demands conformity. This isn't feel-good motivation. It's a tactical guide for leaders who want to operate with conviction.
Stop hiding. Stop complaining. It's time to build.
Connect with Zuby
X (twitter): @ZubyMusic
Substack: realtalkwithzuby.com
Website: zubymusic.com
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/why-most-people-are-cowards-and-how-to-not-be-one-zuby
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1 Stunde 9 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
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A health scare has a way of stripping the bullshit fast.
In this conversation, Ryan Hanley and Daniel Paulin go where most leaders refuse to look: mortality, misalignment, fatherhood, faith, ambition, and the quiet damage caused by living a life that looks successful—but isn’t true.
They unpack the moment when your body forces a conversation your ego has been dodging. The tension between doing what you’re paid for versus doing what you’re called to do. And why so many high performers are exhausted—not from effort, but from hiding.
This isn’t motivation.
It’s a mirror.
Most leaders don’t burn out—they suffocate inside lives they’re afraid to change.
If you’ve ever felt the gap between who you are and how you’re living… this episode is for you.
Connect with Daniel Paulin
Website: https://dannyzzzz.com/
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/stop-hiding-a-near-death-wake-up-call-for-leaders-daniel-paulin
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A health scare has a way of stripping the bullshit fast.
In this conversation, Ryan Hanley and Daniel Paulin go where most leaders refuse to look: mortality, misalignment, fatherhood, faith, ambition, and the quiet damage caused by living a life that looks successful—but isn’t true.
They unpack the moment when your body forces a conversation your ego has been dodging. The tension between doing what you’re paid for versus doing what you’re called to do. And why so many high performers are exhausted—not from effort, but from hiding.
This isn’t motivation.
It’s a mirror.
Most leaders don’t burn out—they suffocate inside lives they’re afraid to change.
If you’ve ever felt the gap between who you are and how you’re living… this episode is for you.
Connect with Daniel Paulin
Website: https://dannyzzzz.com/
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/stop-hiding-a-near-death-wake-up-call-for-leaders-daniel-paulin
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55 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
Your leadership style is probably failing. You think you're a benevolent leader, a lighthouse in the storm, but your team sees a dictator. You're so focused on transactions that you've forgotten the one thing that actually drives results: connection.
But what if the fix wasn't another 3-day retreat or a complicated management system? What if it was a series of simple, 5-minute habits?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michelle K. Johnston, a top executive coach for brands like JP Morgan Chase and the NFL, and the bestselling author of The Seismic Shift in You. Dr. Johnston breaks down the tactical shifts every leader must make to stop eroding trust and start building a team that would run through a wall for them.
We don't talk about luxury problems for Fortune 500s. We get into the trenches for the mid-market operators, the grinders, the founders who feel like they're doing everything right but still aren't getting the results they want. Stop guessing. Stop the burnout. This is your new playbook.
Connect with Dr Michelle Johnston
Get her new book, "The Seismic Shift in You": https://www.amazon.com/Seismic-Shift-You-Necessary-Connection/dp/B0FPYV552M?pd_rd_w=J8FYJ&content-id=amzn1.sym.4c8c52db-06f8-4e42-8e56-912796f2ea6c&pf_rd_p=4c8c52db-06f8-4e42-8e56-912796f2ea6c&pf_rd_r=GXZ5GVT3H7G6TK1WK2MA&pd_rd_wg=e3cVE&pd_rd_r=1cf87dc9-306c-4fb8-8b35-3916f85e9a32&pd_rd_i=B0FPYV552M&psc=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=findingpeak-20&linkId=9ac561c1521463bf3f715196451f57c7&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl
Website: https://michellekjohnston.com/
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/the-5-minute-habit-that-prevents-99-of-leadership-failure-dr-michelle-johnston
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Your leadership style is probably failing. You think you're a benevolent leader, a lighthouse in the storm, but your team sees a dictator. You're so focused on transactions that you've forgotten the one thing that actually drives results: connection.
But what if the fix wasn't another 3-day retreat or a complicated management system? What if it was a series of simple, 5-minute habits?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michelle K. Johnston, a top executive coach for brands like JP Morgan Chase and the NFL, and the bestselling author of The Seismic Shift in You. Dr. Johnston breaks down the tactical shifts every leader must make to stop eroding trust and start building a team that would run through a wall for them.
We don't talk about luxury problems for Fortune 500s. We get into the trenches for the mid-market operators, the grinders, the founders who feel like they're doing everything right but still aren't getting the results they want. Stop guessing. Stop the burnout. This is your new playbook.
Connect with Dr Michelle Johnston
Get her new book, "The Seismic Shift in You": https://www.amazon.com/Seismic-Shift-You-Necessary-Connection/dp/B0FPYV552M?pd_rd_w=J8FYJ&content-id=amzn1.sym.4c8c52db-06f8-4e42-8e56-912796f2ea6c&pf_rd_p=4c8c52db-06f8-4e42-8e56-912796f2ea6c&pf_rd_r=GXZ5GVT3H7G6TK1WK2MA&pd_rd_wg=e3cVE&pd_rd_r=1cf87dc9-306c-4fb8-8b35-3916f85e9a32&pd_rd_i=B0FPYV552M&psc=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=findingpeak-20&linkId=9ac561c1521463bf3f715196451f57c7&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl
Website: https://michellekjohnston.com/
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/the-5-minute-habit-that-prevents-99-of-leadership-failure-dr-michelle-johnston
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33 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
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This is part 2 of my discussion with Ann Kaplan Mulholland.
She started as a broke single mom. Now she owns a 900-year-old castle in England.
Ann Kaplan Mulholland built a $100M+ medical financing empire, appeared on Real Housewives of Toronto, performs stand-up comedy, and literally bought a castle. In this conversation, she breaks down the exact frameworks that took her from survival mode to owning Lympne Castle.
In this episode, you'll learn:
The "Widget Philosophy" — why your product doesn't matter (your distribution does) The "Tiara & Hard Hat" strategy for knowing your stakeholders Why your website isn't your business (and what actually is) How to build a brand that opens doors money can't The zero-excuses mindset that separates builders from dreamers
This isn't inspiration porn. This is a tactical breakdown from someone who did it with no safety net.
Connect with Ann Kaplan Mulholland:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annkaplan_ownit/
Website: https://annkaplan.com/
Lympne Castle: https://lympnecastle.com/
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/ann-kaplan-mulholland-building-an-empire-with-no-excuses-part-2
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Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
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This is part 2 of my discussion with Ann Kaplan Mulholland.
She started as a broke single mom. Now she owns a 900-year-old castle in England.
Ann Kaplan Mulholland built a $100M+ medical financing empire, appeared on Real Housewives of Toronto, performs stand-up comedy, and literally bought a castle. In this conversation, she breaks down the exact frameworks that took her from survival mode to owning Lympne Castle.
In this episode, you'll learn:
The "Widget Philosophy" — why your product doesn't matter (your distribution does) The "Tiara & Hard Hat" strategy for knowing your stakeholders Why your website isn't your business (and what actually is) How to build a brand that opens doors money can't The zero-excuses mindset that separates builders from dreamers
This isn't inspiration porn. This is a tactical breakdown from someone who did it with no safety net.
Connect with Ann Kaplan Mulholland:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annkaplan_ownit/
Website: https://annkaplan.com/
Lympne Castle: https://lympnecastle.com/
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/ann-kaplan-mulholland-building-an-empire-with-no-excuses-part-2
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43 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
What if every excuse you have is a self-imposed prison?
Ann Kaplan Mulholland's story is a masterclass in shattering those walls. She went from a single mom working night shifts to a multi-millionaire entrepreneur, TV star, and the literal Queen of a castle in England.
She did it by refusing to make excuses.
In this episode, Ann unpacks the unfiltered, unreasonable, and often hilarious journey of building a business empire from the ground up. Forget the highlight reel—this is a raw look at the grit required to turn chaos into a dynasty.
We get into the weeds on:
The "Widget Philosophy": Ann's simple, scalable model for creating wealth.
The Tiara & Hard Hat Strategy: How to be unapologetically yourself while taking your goals dead seriously.
The Art of the Ask: How to get what you want from anyone by being brutally honest.
Why Your Website Isn't Your Business: The most common mistake entrepreneurs make (and how to fix it).
Building a Brand That Lasts: From writing 7 books to doing stand-up comedy, Ann reveals her secrets to becoming unforgettable.
This isn't just an interview. It's a battle plan for anyone who has been told they're "too much," "not enough," or "unrealistic."
If you're ready to stop making excuses and start building your own empire, this episode is required listening.
Connect with Ann Kaplan Mulholland:
•Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annkaplan_ownit/
•Website: https://annkaplan.com/
•Lympne Castle: https://www.lympnecastle.com/
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/from-single-mom-to-queen-of-the-castle-ann-kaplan-mulholland
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Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
What if every excuse you have is a self-imposed prison?
Ann Kaplan Mulholland's story is a masterclass in shattering those walls. She went from a single mom working night shifts to a multi-millionaire entrepreneur, TV star, and the literal Queen of a castle in England.
She did it by refusing to make excuses.
In this episode, Ann unpacks the unfiltered, unreasonable, and often hilarious journey of building a business empire from the ground up. Forget the highlight reel—this is a raw look at the grit required to turn chaos into a dynasty.
We get into the weeds on:
The "Widget Philosophy": Ann's simple, scalable model for creating wealth.
The Tiara & Hard Hat Strategy: How to be unapologetically yourself while taking your goals dead seriously.
The Art of the Ask: How to get what you want from anyone by being brutally honest.
Why Your Website Isn't Your Business: The most common mistake entrepreneurs make (and how to fix it).
Building a Brand That Lasts: From writing 7 books to doing stand-up comedy, Ann reveals her secrets to becoming unforgettable.
This isn't just an interview. It's a battle plan for anyone who has been told they're "too much," "not enough," or "unrealistic."
If you're ready to stop making excuses and start building your own empire, this episode is required listening.
Connect with Ann Kaplan Mulholland:
•Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annkaplan_ownit/
•Website: https://annkaplan.com/
•Lympne Castle: https://www.lympnecastle.com/
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/from-single-mom-to-queen-of-the-castle-ann-kaplan-mulholland
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45 Minuten
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Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
We all say it.
A sentence so costly, it drains your ambition, steals your time, and keeps you hiding from your true potential. It’s not about being stuck; it’s about being scared. And it’s time to stop.
In this solo episode, I’m giving you the 4-step protocol I developed to break free from the self-sabotage of hiding. This isn’t more motivational fluff or finding your “why.” This is a 7-day tactical sprint to force clarity, build confidence, and get you out of your own way.
You’ll learn:
The two questions that instantly expose where you’re hiding.
Why hiding feels like a smart strategy (but is actually robbing you blind).
The 4-step “Exposure Protocol” to take action, even when you’re terrified.
A 7-day challenge to build unstoppable momentum.
Clarity doesn’t come from thinking; it comes from contact with reality.
If you’re tired of waiting for the “right time” and ready to trade potential for proof, this episode is your call to action. Stop hiding. Start building. It’s time to get in the arena.
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/the-most-expensive-sentence-you-can-say-in-2026
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Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
We all say it.
A sentence so costly, it drains your ambition, steals your time, and keeps you hiding from your true potential. It’s not about being stuck; it’s about being scared. And it’s time to stop.
In this solo episode, I’m giving you the 4-step protocol I developed to break free from the self-sabotage of hiding. This isn’t more motivational fluff or finding your “why.” This is a 7-day tactical sprint to force clarity, build confidence, and get you out of your own way.
You’ll learn:
The two questions that instantly expose where you’re hiding.
Why hiding feels like a smart strategy (but is actually robbing you blind).
The 4-step “Exposure Protocol” to take action, even when you’re terrified.
A 7-day challenge to build unstoppable momentum.
Clarity doesn’t come from thinking; it comes from contact with reality.
If you’re tired of waiting for the “right time” and ready to trade potential for proof, this episode is your call to action. Stop hiding. Start building. It’s time to get in the arena.
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/the-most-expensive-sentence-you-can-say-in-2026
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 Stunde 3 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
What if you could get famous without anyone knowing you're marketing? It's not magic; it's the hidden art of Public Relations.
In this episode of Finding Peak, Ryan Hanley sits down with Mickie Kennedy, the founder of eReleases and a 25-year veteran of the PR industry, to pull back the curtain on "credibility engineering." Mickie reveals why press releases—a tool many have written off as dead—are more powerful than ever for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and content creators looking to build massive brand authority.
Forget what you think you know about PR. Mickie shares the counter-intuitive strategies that get results, from the psychological power of a contrarian take to the "Pill in the Cheese" method for getting media coverage without anyone realizing you're pitching.
In this episode, you will learn:
The Hidden Art of PR: How to generate buzz and media attention that feels organic and earned, not paid for.
Credibility Engineering: Actionable steps to build unshakeable authority in your industry, even if you're just starting out.
Viral Storytelling Secrets: The truth about eBay's fabricated origin story and how you can craft narratives that journalists can't ignore.
The 17% Sales Bump: How a simple "brag book" of press clippings led to a 17% increase in sales for a local carpet company.
AI-Powered PR: How to use AI the right way to craft compelling press releases, and the one prompt you should never use.
Contrarian Authority: Why taking an opposing viewpoint can instantly make you appear smarter and more credible to your audience.
If you're ready to stop shouting into the void and start getting the attention your business deserves, this episode is your roadmap.
This is the way.
Connect with Mickie Kennedy:
Free PR Masterclass: https://www.ereleases.com/plan/
Website: https://www.ereleases.com/
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/how-to-get-famous-the-hidden-art-of-pr-mickie-kennedy
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What if you could get famous without anyone knowing you're marketing? It's not magic; it's the hidden art of Public Relations.
In this episode of Finding Peak, Ryan Hanley sits down with Mickie Kennedy, the founder of eReleases and a 25-year veteran of the PR industry, to pull back the curtain on "credibility engineering." Mickie reveals why press releases—a tool many have written off as dead—are more powerful than ever for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and content creators looking to build massive brand authority.
Forget what you think you know about PR. Mickie shares the counter-intuitive strategies that get results, from the psychological power of a contrarian take to the "Pill in the Cheese" method for getting media coverage without anyone realizing you're pitching.
In this episode, you will learn:
The Hidden Art of PR: How to generate buzz and media attention that feels organic and earned, not paid for.
Credibility Engineering: Actionable steps to build unshakeable authority in your industry, even if you're just starting out.
Viral Storytelling Secrets: The truth about eBay's fabricated origin story and how you can craft narratives that journalists can't ignore.
The 17% Sales Bump: How a simple "brag book" of press clippings led to a 17% increase in sales for a local carpet company.
AI-Powered PR: How to use AI the right way to craft compelling press releases, and the one prompt you should never use.
Contrarian Authority: Why taking an opposing viewpoint can instantly make you appear smarter and more credible to your audience.
If you're ready to stop shouting into the void and start getting the attention your business deserves, this episode is your roadmap.
This is the way.
Connect with Mickie Kennedy:
Free PR Masterclass: https://www.ereleases.com/plan/
Website: https://www.ereleases.com/
This show is sponsored by:
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/how-to-get-famous-the-hidden-art-of-pr-mickie-kennedy
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1 Stunde 14 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Work with Ryan Hanley: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
What does it take to go from wanting to end your life to helping over 300,000 people transform theirs?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. JC Doornick, known as "The Dragon," for one of the most raw and powerful conversations I’ve ever had. JC doesn’t sugarcoat anything. He takes us through his "messed up to blessed up" journey—from a cocky, successful chiropractor to sitting in a therapist's chair, unwashed for 15 days, contemplating suicide.
But that moment became the greatest day of his life.
We get into the real stuff:
The “snap moment” that changed everything
Why your confidence might be a defense mechanism
The three lies we tell ourselves about success (right time, motivation, belief)
How to create an alter ego that can accomplish what you can’t
His journey into plant medicine and what he discovered in the Amazon jungle
If you've ever felt stuck, lost, or like you're sleepwalking through life, this episode is your wake-up call.
Connect with Dr. JC Doornick:
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168
Website: https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjcdoornick/?hl=en
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/how-to-turn-your-darkest-moment-into-your-greatest-strength-dr-jc-doornick
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Work with Ryan Hanley: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
What does it take to go from wanting to end your life to helping over 300,000 people transform theirs?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. JC Doornick, known as "The Dragon," for one of the most raw and powerful conversations I’ve ever had. JC doesn’t sugarcoat anything. He takes us through his "messed up to blessed up" journey—from a cocky, successful chiropractor to sitting in a therapist's chair, unwashed for 15 days, contemplating suicide.
But that moment became the greatest day of his life.
We get into the real stuff:
The “snap moment” that changed everything
Why your confidence might be a defense mechanism
The three lies we tell ourselves about success (right time, motivation, belief)
How to create an alter ego that can accomplish what you can’t
His journey into plant medicine and what he discovered in the Amazon jungle
If you've ever felt stuck, lost, or like you're sleepwalking through life, this episode is your wake-up call.
Connect with Dr. JC Doornick:
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168
Website: https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjcdoornick/?hl=en
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/how-to-turn-your-darkest-moment-into-your-greatest-strength-dr-jc-doornick
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46 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
Join our community of unreasonable leaders achieving undeniable success: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube
Justin Freishtat, a serial entrepreneur and investor, joins Ryan Hanley to discuss his journey from running an $87M food business to the world of high-stakes finance.
He shares his story of navigating a forced exit, battling imposter syndrome, and redesigning his life to achieve a new level of success.
Connect with Justin Freishtat
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinfreishtat/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-freishtat-68063579/
This show is sponsored by:
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Perspective.co: The #1 funnel builder for lead generation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/perspective
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/the-power-of-forced-innovation-justin-freishtat
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Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
Join our community of unreasonable leaders achieving undeniable success: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube
Justin Freishtat, a serial entrepreneur and investor, joins Ryan Hanley to discuss his journey from running an $87M food business to the world of high-stakes finance.
He shares his story of navigating a forced exit, battling imposter syndrome, and redesigning his life to achieve a new level of success.
Connect with Justin Freishtat
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinfreishtat/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-freishtat-68063579/
This show is sponsored by:
Roam: The #1 Remote Office Software in the World: https://ro.am/ryan-hanley/
OpusClip: #1 AI video clipping and editing tool: https://link.ryanhanley.com/opus
Riverside: HD Podcast & Video Software | Free Recording & Editing: https://link.ryanhanley.com/riverside
WhisperFlow: Never waste time typing on your keyboard again: https://link.ryanhanley.com/whisperflow
CaptionsApp: One app for all your social media video creation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/captionsapp
Perspective.co: The #1 funnel builder for lead generation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/perspective
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/the-power-of-forced-innovation-justin-freishtat
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1 Stunde 2 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
Join our community of unreasonable leaders achieving undeniable success: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube
What if the most terrifying moments of your life were the very things that unlocked your peak potential?
For world-renowned hypnotist and escape artist Danny Zzzz, stepping into a box that's on fire, 180 feet in the air, is just another day at the office.
Danny Zzzz website: https://dannyzzzz.com
But the real escape? It's not from the box—it's from the comfortable life you've settled for.
In this episode of Finding Peak, Ryan Hanley sits down with Daniel Paulin (aka Danny Zzzz) for a raw conversation that started by chance at an airport bar.
They unpack a life story that is anything but ordinary: from being homeless at 13 to building a business empire, surviving a near-fatal bout of insomnia that led him to hypnotherapy, and performing on 17 "Got Talent" stages worldwide.
This isn't just a story about success. It's a masterclass in character development, the power of "acting as if," and cultivating a "raging ignorance to doubt." If you've ever felt stuck, complacent, or afraid to take the next step, this conversation will force you to re-evaluate the box you're living in.
Listen now to learn why the most uncomfortable moments are your greatest opportunities for growth and why success is never about luck.
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Perspective.co: The #1 funnel builder for lead generation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/perspective
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators.
Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/danny-zzzz-on-escaping-the-box-of-comfort
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
Join our community of unreasonable leaders achieving undeniable success: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube
What if the most terrifying moments of your life were the very things that unlocked your peak potential?
For world-renowned hypnotist and escape artist Danny Zzzz, stepping into a box that's on fire, 180 feet in the air, is just another day at the office.
Danny Zzzz website: https://dannyzzzz.com
But the real escape? It's not from the box—it's from the comfortable life you've settled for.
In this episode of Finding Peak, Ryan Hanley sits down with Daniel Paulin (aka Danny Zzzz) for a raw conversation that started by chance at an airport bar.
They unpack a life story that is anything but ordinary: from being homeless at 13 to building a business empire, surviving a near-fatal bout of insomnia that led him to hypnotherapy, and performing on 17 "Got Talent" stages worldwide.
This isn't just a story about success. It's a masterclass in character development, the power of "acting as if," and cultivating a "raging ignorance to doubt." If you've ever felt stuck, complacent, or afraid to take the next step, this conversation will force you to re-evaluate the box you're living in.
Listen now to learn why the most uncomfortable moments are your greatest opportunities for growth and why success is never about luck.
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This show is sponsored by:
Roam: The #1 Remote Office Software in the World: https://ro.am/ryan-hanley/
OpusClip: #1 AI video clipping and editing tool: https://link.ryanhanley.com/opus
Riverside: HD Podcast & Video Software | Free Recording & Editing: https://link.ryanhanley.com/riverside
WhisperFlow: Never waste time typing on your keyboard again: https://link.ryanhanley.com/whisperflow
CaptionsApp: One app for all your social media video creation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/captionsapp
Perspective.co: The #1 funnel builder for lead generation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/perspective
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators.
Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/danny-zzzz-on-escaping-the-box-of-comfort
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55 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
In this episode, Ryan sits down with Joseph Shalaby, a man who embodies the immigrant's edge. They dissect the uncomfortable truth: the drive that gets you to the top is often extinguished by the comfort you create. This isn't about motivation; it's about the systems that build relentless operators.
Most leaders believe success is about providing opportunity. They're wrong. It's about manufacturing hunger. Joseph reveals the playbook for instilling grit, mastering negotiation as a core life skill, and why your personal brand is your only defense against AI-driven extinction.
Inside, you will learn:
The Immigrant's Edge: Why scarcity is a more powerful teacher than any MBA.
Engineering Hunger: Tactical advice for raising children who dominate, not coast.
Negotiation is Everything: The framework for winning at the deal table and the dinner table.
The End of the Wage Earner: Why a side hustle is no longer a choice, but a necessity for survival.
Personal Brand or Extinction: The non-negotiable mandate for leaders in the age of AI.
Connect with Joseph Shalaby
Website: https://www.emortgagecapital.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josephshalaby/
Podcast: https://www.coffeezforclosers.com
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators.
Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/the-immigrants-playbook-for-market-dominance-joseph-shalaby
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Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
In this episode, Ryan sits down with Joseph Shalaby, a man who embodies the immigrant's edge. They dissect the uncomfortable truth: the drive that gets you to the top is often extinguished by the comfort you create. This isn't about motivation; it's about the systems that build relentless operators.
Most leaders believe success is about providing opportunity. They're wrong. It's about manufacturing hunger. Joseph reveals the playbook for instilling grit, mastering negotiation as a core life skill, and why your personal brand is your only defense against AI-driven extinction.
Inside, you will learn:
The Immigrant's Edge: Why scarcity is a more powerful teacher than any MBA.
Engineering Hunger: Tactical advice for raising children who dominate, not coast.
Negotiation is Everything: The framework for winning at the deal table and the dinner table.
The End of the Wage Earner: Why a side hustle is no longer a choice, but a necessity for survival.
Personal Brand or Extinction: The non-negotiable mandate for leaders in the age of AI.
Connect with Joseph Shalaby
Website: https://www.emortgagecapital.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josephshalaby/
Podcast: https://www.coffeezforclosers.com
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators.
Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/the-immigrants-playbook-for-market-dominance-joseph-shalaby
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
56 Minuten
Spartan philosophy, built in the black-ops lab of business: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
Become the FEARLESS entrepreneur you dream about: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HogwYeVQfo&feature=youtu.be
They’re lying to you.
Your doctor, the health gurus, the whole system.
They tell you feeling like crap is just “part of getting older.”
That the brain fog, the belly fat, the rock-bottom energy, and the non-existent sex drive is just your “new normal” now that you’re 40.
It’s a lie.
And it’s a lie that’s not only killing your quality of life—it’s killing your business.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tracy Gapin, a former surgeon turned men’s health optimization expert who is pulling back the curtain on the catastrophic decline in men’s health.
We expose the truth about why testosterone levels have plummeted 45% in the last 20 years, why your GP’s advice is dangerously outdated, and how you can stop the slow decay and reclaim the energy, focus, and drive you thought you’d lost forever.
This isn’t about a few diet tips or another useless supplement.
This is the blueprint to rebuilding yourself from the cellular level up.
Stop accepting mediocrity. Your peak is still ahead of you.
This is the way.
Guest: Dr. Tracy Gapin
Website: https://gapininstitute.com/
Free Resources (Book, Handbook, Peptide Guide): https://gapininstitute.com/launch/
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/40-year-old-mens-health-is-a-lie-dr-tracy-gapin
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Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HogwYeVQfo&feature=youtu.be
They’re lying to you.
Your doctor, the health gurus, the whole system.
They tell you feeling like crap is just “part of getting older.”
That the brain fog, the belly fat, the rock-bottom energy, and the non-existent sex drive is just your “new normal” now that you’re 40.
It’s a lie.
And it’s a lie that’s not only killing your quality of life—it’s killing your business.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tracy Gapin, a former surgeon turned men’s health optimization expert who is pulling back the curtain on the catastrophic decline in men’s health.
We expose the truth about why testosterone levels have plummeted 45% in the last 20 years, why your GP’s advice is dangerously outdated, and how you can stop the slow decay and reclaim the energy, focus, and drive you thought you’d lost forever.
This isn’t about a few diet tips or another useless supplement.
This is the blueprint to rebuilding yourself from the cellular level up.
Stop accepting mediocrity. Your peak is still ahead of you.
This is the way.
Guest: Dr. Tracy Gapin
Website: https://gapininstitute.com/
Free Resources (Book, Handbook, Peptide Guide): https://gapininstitute.com/launch/
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OpusClip: #1 AI video clipping and editing tool: https://link.ryanhanley.com/opus
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CaptionsApp: One app for all your social media video creation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/captionsapp
GoHighLevel: It's time to take your business workflow to the Next Level: https://link.ryanhanley.com/gohighlevel
Perspective.co: The #1 funnel builder for lead generation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/perspective
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/40-year-old-mens-health-is-a-lie-dr-tracy-gapin
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1 Stunde 7 Minuten
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Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
Join our community of unreasonable leaders achieving undeniable success: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube
In this episode of Finding Peak, Ryan Hanley sits down with Larry Cheng, founder of Volition Capital, for a masterclass in resilience, fundraising, and brand building. Larry shares the unfiltered story of how he overcame 200 rejections to raise his first fund, the philosophy that drives his success, and why he believes a founder's personal brand is more critical than ever.
This is a no-BS conversation packed with actionable insights for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone looking to level up their game.
Connect with Larry Cheng
Volition Capital: https://www.volitioncapital.com
Larry Cheng on X: https://twitter.com/larryvc
Larry Cheng on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larrycheng/
Key Topics Discussed:
The Power of Resilience: Larry shares the story of facing 200 rejections before securing the first investment for Volition Capital and the mindset that kept him going.
Fundraising Philosophy: Learn Larry's core principle: "Don't take no's personally. Don't take yeses for granted."
Venture Capital vs. Growth Equity: A clear breakdown of the different stages of private equity and what it means for founders.
The Chewy Story: The inside story of how Volition Capital's investment in Chewy became a multi-billion dollar success.
The Founder's Brand: Why Larry believes a founder's personal brand and community engagement are non-negotiable in today's market.
Authenticity in Leadership: How to be an external and authentic leader, even if you're an introvert.
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Riverside: HD Podcast & Video Software | Free Recording & Editing: https://link.ryanhanley.com/riverside
WhisperFlow: Never waste time typing on your keyboard again: https://link.ryanhanley.com/whisperflow
CaptionsApp: One app for all your social media video creation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/captionsapp
GoHighLevel: It's time to take your business workflow to the Next Level: https://link.ryanhanley.com/gohighlevel
Perspective.co: The #1 funnel builder for lead generation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/perspective
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From One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymello
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/200-rejections-to-a-billion-dollar-exit-larry-cheng-on-resilience-and-growth
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Finding Peak podcast: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley
Join our community of unreasonable leaders achieving undeniable success: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast
Watch on YouTube: https://link.ryanhanley.com/youtube
In this episode of Finding Peak, Ryan Hanley sits down with Larry Cheng, founder of Volition Capital, for a masterclass in resilience, fundraising, and brand building. Larry shares the unfiltered story of how he overcame 200 rejections to raise his first fund, the philosophy that drives his success, and why he believes a founder's personal brand is more critical than ever.
This is a no-BS conversation packed with actionable insights for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone looking to level up their game.
Connect with Larry Cheng
Volition Capital: https://www.volitioncapital.com
Larry Cheng on X: https://twitter.com/larryvc
Larry Cheng on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larrycheng/
Key Topics Discussed:
The Power of Resilience: Larry shares the story of facing 200 rejections before securing the first investment for Volition Capital and the mindset that kept him going.
Fundraising Philosophy: Learn Larry's core principle: "Don't take no's personally. Don't take yeses for granted."
Venture Capital vs. Growth Equity: A clear breakdown of the different stages of private equity and what it means for founders.
The Chewy Story: The inside story of how Volition Capital's investment in Chewy became a multi-billion dollar success.
The Founder's Brand: Why Larry believes a founder's personal brand and community engagement are non-negotiable in today's market.
Authenticity in Leadership: How to be an external and authentic leader, even if you're an introvert.
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OpusClip: #1 AI video clipping and editing tool: https://link.ryanhanley.com/opus
Riverside: HD Podcast & Video Software | Free Recording & Editing: https://link.ryanhanley.com/riverside
WhisperFlow: Never waste time typing on your keyboard again: https://link.ryanhanley.com/whisperflow
CaptionsApp: One app for all your social media video creation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/captionsapp
GoHighLevel: It's time to take your business workflow to the Next Level: https://link.ryanhanley.com/gohighlevel
Perspective.co: The #1 funnel builder for lead generation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/perspective
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From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delk
From One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymello
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This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.
Full transcript, clips, and more: https://ryanhanley.com/podcast/200-rejections-to-a-billion-dollar-exit-larry-cheng-on-resilience-and-growth
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