Episodios
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In this special episode of Burning the Ships, I sit down with Matt Brooks, guitarist and founding member of the hard rock band Like a Stormâone of the most successful musical acts to come out of New Zealand.
Matt pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to turn a dream into a worldwide touring machine. We talk about the bandâs DIY beginnings, how they used grit, belief, and bold thinking to go from opening gigs to chart-topping international tours without a major label deal, and how Matt is overcoming the rockstar life he has grown to know for years.
From creative freedom to business strategy, this conversation isnât just for musicians, itâs for anyone willing to bet on themselves when no one else will.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
00:39 JJâs Joke of the Week
01:29 Who is Matt Brooks?
09:27 Mattâs introduction to his passion for music
14:26 The challenges of being a musician in New Zealand
16:37 Where Mattâs love for music comes from
18:23 How playing in a band is like a business partnership
20:29 The pros of working with family in music
23:43 Making the decision to move to Vancouver
27:53 Why Matt and his brothers moved to Vancouver
32:39 The beginning of Like a Stormâs success
39:12 Joining Creed on tour for the first time
41:38 How resilience and determination helped Like a Storm succeed
43:24 The vicious cycle of the music industry
46:00 Finding challenges to foster continuous growth
48:24 The cliches of the music industry
51:41 Developing unhealthy coping mechanisms as a musician
53:57 How COVID impacted the music industry
57:11 Becoming dependent on substances to sustain a career
59:22 Overcoming the rockstar cliche
01:04:43 Life as a musician and life in the military
01:08:32 Mattâs wake up call during COVID
01:13:46 How addiction can affect childrenâs perspective in life
01:15:51 Mattâs mission to help musicians with their mental health
01:24:38 Learning how to be your authentic self
01:29:04 Get in touch with Matt Brooks
Quotables
âOur hope was always to end up touring the US but we knew this was gonna be a gradual process, so for us, Vancouver was a great place to start.â
âA lot of the cliches about the music business are true â which is that itâs this incredibly exciting, amazing adventure, and you have the chance to do a lot of things that people donât but thereâs a cost to that.â
âThe only thing that I could commit to was that I was gonna keep trying.â
Links
Matt Brooks
https://www.facebook.com/likeastormmatt
https://www.instagram.com/likeastormmatt
Like a Storm
https://www.instagram.com/likeastorm
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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In this Weekly Ramble, weâre going deep into a topic that everyone needs more of: gratitude. Not the kind you post about on Thanksgiving, but the kind that grounds you in chaos, sharpens your leadership, and brings more meaning to your life and relationships.
I share personal stories, including a powerful leadership lesson I picked up from PGA pro Jordan Spieth, and how practicing gratitude through adversity has helped me grow as a father, business owner, and human.
Whether youâre navigating a hard season or just need a mindset reset, this one will challenge and inspire you to look at life differently.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:48 JJâs Joke of the Week
03:44 Why gratitude is a universal skill, not a personality trait 05:33 The Jordan Spieth interview that changed how I lead
09:36 Leadership = âWe win, I loseâ mindset 11:26 What gratitude is really about
13:25 Train your mind to see the positive in every situation 15:43 Reflections on resilience
16:41 âReady, Fire, Aimâ: how I operate in life and business 18:08 The difference between casual thanks and meaningful gratitude
19:17 Why handwritten letters matter more than watches 22:41 Easy gratitude practice: 5 texts to 5 people each week 25:24 You canât send gratitude without feeling it yourself 26:40 Teaching kids to be grateful through habits and modeling 30:21 If youâre breathing, youâre winning at life
31:35 Be here. Be thankful. Keep burning the ships.
Quotables
âGratitude isnât just for when things are going right. Itâs for when everythingâs going wrong and you choose to be thankful anyway.â
âWe win together. I lose alone. Thatâs leadership. Thatâs gratitude.â
âEvery breath you take is a reminder - youâre still here, still kicking, still in the fight.â
Links
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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In this episode, I sit down with my good buddy Tyrone Taylor, someone Iâve admired for a long time because of how he carries himself â with humility, resilience, and an unshakable commitment to growth.
Tyrone shares his incredible story: growing up in Philadelphia, watching his blue-collar father and entrepreneurial mother model grit and vision, bouncing back from career setbacks, and building a real estate portfolio one tough lesson at a time. We talk about the highs, the lows, the pivotal mindset shifts, and how his focus on family, fitness, and financial freedom drives everything he does.
This is an honest, powerful conversation about what it really takes to burn the ships, push through adversity, and stay grounded in your mission.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:22 JJâs Joke of the Week
03:56 Who is Tyrone Taylor?
06:14 Lessons learned from his parents: independence, generosity, and grit 08:09 Falling in love with computers during the dot-com boom
11:32 First corporate job in IT and the layoff that changed everything
14:14 Stepping into renewable energy and green infrastructure 16:33 Building a waste-to-energy facility and learning hard business lessons
19:51 What Tyrone learned from his parents
24:09 Launching into real estate in 2015: first flips, first lessons
26:58 Investing $27K into a real estate course and why it mattered
30:12 Scaling into property management: 350+ units managed
35:41 Exiting the management company to focus 100% on ownership 37:02 Building a personal portfolio: 32 units in the first year 41:41 The cash flow drought of 2023 and how Tyrone muscled through
44:04 Lessons learned from failure, staying positive in adversity 50:20 The irreplaceable role of his wife in their journey 54:57 Why fitness, health, and family drive every decision he makes
Quotables
âIf it doesnât kill me, Iâm going to figure it out.â
âYouâre batting a thousand in life if youâre still breathing. Youâve survived 100% of whatâs tried to stop you.â
âAdversity isnât a reason to quit. Itâs the training ground for the life youâre building.â
Links
Tyrone Taylor
https://www.facebook.com/thisistyronetaylor
608B Capital
https://www.608bcapital.com
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In this Weekly Ramble, Iâm pulling back the curtain on one of the most important things Iâm trying to build and itâs not a business. Itâs raising independent, resilient, kind, and grateful kids.
Parenting isnât about getting it perfect, itâs about staying intentional. In this episode, I break down the strategies my wife Katie and I are using every day to raise children who can figure things out, who treat people well, and who arenât afraid to fail and try again.
If youâre a parent, coach, mentor, or just someone who cares about the next generationâthis episode will hit home. Itâs not about preaching. Itâs about leading by example, letting them struggle a little, and showing them how to smile through it all.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
02:08 JJâs Joke of the Week
03:16 The #1 way to teach kids independence: model it
05:07 Lessons from Mrs. Souter: Why laughter matters in every situation 07:48 Teaching kids real independence vs. false independence 09:38 How we intentionally let our kids fail at small things
13:40 Modeling resilience: kids watch how you handle adversity
14:54 Teaching kindness: reacting to compliments, standing up for others
16:38 Why standing up for people matters (and why we encourage it) 18:00 Healthy habits start early: why we model physical and mental health
Quotables
âI canât make my kids be anything, but I can influence everything right now.â
âWe let them struggle on purpose. Itâs not being mean, itâs building resilience.â
âIf you want your kids to smile through life, you better show them how to do it.â
Links
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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Today I sit down with my good friend Josh Dixon, a powerhouse in real estate development and an even greater human being. Josh is a general contractor, real estate investor, visionary entrepreneur, and father to eight kids. This episode is a deep dive into what it means to go all-in on your purpose without sacrificing your priorities.
Josh walks us through his early years on job sites, building a business from roofing and remodels into full-blown multifamily townhome developments across multiple states. He shares how he balances an empire-in-the-making with homeschooling, intentional fatherhood, and a mission to build something that will outlive him.
We get into the business model behind I Build Townhomes, his unique partnership structure, and his long-term vision to build a $1B portfolio with integrity, humility, and legacy at the core.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:37 JJâs Joke of the Week
02:02 Who is Josh Dixon?
06:51 Joshâs background: early jobs, quitting college, and becoming a licensed plumber 10:07 The 100-hour weeks that built Dixon Homes 13:25 Discovering the investor mindset through the first few projects
16:25 Scaling flips and specs to 6-figure profits
18:55 Shifting the vision beyond the job sites
23:09 Living below their means to jump on the right deals 25:10 âI Build Townhomesâ: the niche, the brand, the business model
29:51 Creative partnerships and contractor carry-back options 33:04 Building passive income while others operate
37:05 Managing builds remotely from Nashville 39:21 Leveraging family and team to scale efficiently
41:24 Raising 8 kids with intentionality and generational vision 47:35 The unsung power of a strong, supportive wife
52:58 The billion-dollar vision (and why itâs not about the money) 59:17 Mastermind groups, mindset expansion, and tribe over trends
01:02:29 Get in touch with Josh online!
Quotables
âI donât build cheap. I build efficient. Thatâs a big difference.â
âIâm not chasing $1 billion for the money. Iâm chasing it because I want to see what Iâm capable ofâand what I can leave behind.â
âIf the billion meant Iâd lose my family, Iâd pull the plug today. Itâs them first. Every time.â
Links
Dixon Homes
https://www.instagram.com/dixon_homes/
https://www.facebook.com/dixon.homes.2025
608B Capital
https://www.608bcapital.com
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In this Weekly Ramble, Iâm breaking down one of the most powerful books Iâve revisited in years, Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday, and unpacking the lessons it taught me about leadership, humility, failure, and purpose.
Iâve lived this book. From corporate highs to entrepreneurial struggles, Iâve learned that ego isnât confidence â itâs the voice that tells you youâve arrived when you still need to grow. In this solo episode, I share real stories from my sales career, business building, and even parenting that helped me internalize this bookâs message.
Whether youâre riding the wave of success or picking yourself up from failure, this episode is a reminder that ego will block your growth, isolate your relationships, and limit your potential, unless you learn to check it.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:10 JJâs Joke of the Week
02:09 A wild emcee story from a Farm Bureau trip 06:21 Why Iâm bringing back book recaps & the return to reading
08:26 Book of the month: Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday 10:00 The three phases of life & where ego shows up in each 11:20 Ego vs. Confidence
12:23 How ego destroys your ability to become a student
13:23 The Belichick approach to silencing ego 15:30 Failure is your greatest teacher if ego doesnât block it 17:31 Learning to detach your identity from outcomes
20:55 Be humble in your goals, gracious in your success, resilient in failure
23:54 What being âhard to killâ really means
25:06 Ego makes you talk a lot
27:35 Purpose over passion and why titles donât mean anything 29:45 Favorite quote: âEgo is the enemy of what you want and what you haveâ
Quotables
âEgo makes us talk more than we act. Confidence makes us move in silence.â
âYour ego is not your identity. You are not your wins and you are not your losses.â
âSuccess feels good, but itâs where ego does the most damage if youâre not careful.â
Links
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
Ego is the Enemy
https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818
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In this episode, I sit down with real estate developer Justin Goodin, who went from flipping homes during college to building luxury multifamily developments across Indiana. This is a masterclass in burning the ships and going all-in on your vision.
Justin shares how his background in finance and time as a commercial underwriter gave him a strategic edge as a real estate investor. From his first 29-unit syndication to his current ground-up developments, Justin breaks down how he scaled, when he pivoted, and why laser focus, vertical integration, and discipline are at the core of his success.
Whether youâre just getting started or thinking about the leap from W-2 life to full-time investor, this is an episode youâll want to replay twice.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
00:40 JJâs Joke of the Week
02:10 Who is Justin Goodin?
04:23 Goodin Development: how it started, what theyâre focused on today
07:45 College flips, full-time work, and building work ethic
08:58 Why Justin chose real estate over an âaverageâ path 10:43 Inside the underwriting role: what he learned and why he left 13:12 Getting fired and going full-time into real estate
19:50 Scaling to 500+ units with syndications, JVs, and seller financing
23:03 Why laser focus is the difference-maker in real estate 25:54 Reverse engineering goals and partnerships to build momentum 29:27 Transitioning from value-add to ground-up development
31:36 Learning new construction by partnering with an experienced mentor 34:20 Project updates for 2025
35:48 Personal habits that fuel business focus and success
40:49 Motivation from the journey > chasing the destination 44:30 Creating a legacy through business, not retirement
46:45 Why you need to build multiple platforms
49:07 Book recommendations for mindset development
50:15 Connect with Justin online!
Quotables
âYou donât build an empire by doing 15 different things. You pick one, go deep, and dominate it.â
âIf this were easy, everyone would be doing it. Itâs not supposed to be easy.â
âYour legacy starts with how you use your time today.â
Links
Goodin Development
https://goodindevelopment.com/
Justin Goodin
https://www.facebook.com/justin.goodin.16
Stay Sane in an Insane World
https://www.amazon.com/Stay-Sane-Insane-World-Controllables/dp/1665092416
Best Ever Apartment Syndication Book
https://www.amazon.com/Best-Ever-Apartment-Syndication-Book/dp/0997454326
Tools of Titans
https://www.amazon.com/Tools-Titans-Billionaires-World-Class-Performers/dp/1328683788
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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In this weekâs Weekly Ramble, Iâm getting raw and real about one of the most important battles Iâve foughtâand still fight every day: health and wellness. This isnât a âfitness influencerâ episode. Iâm not an expert. Iâm a regular guy who used to eat like crap, live on autopilot, and ignore the compounding damage I was doing to my body⊠until one picture at the beach woke me up.
In this solo deep dive, I walk you through the mindset shift that helped me lose 35+ pounds, build real habits, and stay consistent for nearly a decadeânot for six-pack abs, but for my wife, my kids, and my future grandkids. Whether youâre just starting out or youâve fallen off the wagon for the 10th time, this oneâs for you.
Iâll show you the exact steps I took (no gimmicks), the small changes that made a huge difference, and why discipline and accountabilityânot motivationâwill change your life.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:11 JJâs Joke of the Week
02:10 Who this episode is (and isnât) for
04:00 The key pillars of health: fitness and nutrition
05:35 The compounding effect of bad habits
08:11 The beach photo that changed everything 10:30 From always active to sitting 75% of the day
13:32 The first changes: cutting soda, cookies, milk, and more
16:05 Eliminating 1,500â2,000 calories/day without the gym
19:13 Losing weight but remaining unfit
22:38 How COVID made discipline replace motivation
25:35 Building habits that last through vacation, stress, and life 28:30 Why I care: to be around and active for decades
31:23 Track your food with MyFitnessPal 34:29 Add steps: 8,000â10,000/day can change your life 36:14 Gradually building out your fitness routine
38:10 Accountability: the final piece that locks it all in
41:16 Want accountability? Message meâIâd love to help
Quotables
âThat beach photo wrecked me. But it woke me upâand probably saved my life.â
âMotivation fades. Discipline, habits, and accountability are what actually keep you going.â
âThe old me is still in there. That guy could crush a large pizza and a 12-pack. I just donât let him win anymore.â
Links
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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Todayâs guest is someone Iâve admired for a while now not just for what heâs building, but for how heâs building it. Tim Olson is the managing partner of Aspire Finance, and in this episode, we walk through his journey from a commission-only equipment finance rep to launching a nationwide lending firm, acquiring companies, and raising capital for real estate syndications all while staying grounded, humble, and hungry.
We talk about fast money, medium money, slow money, how to align your business with your values, and why consistency and curiosity are two of the greatest traits any entrepreneur can develop.
This oneâs for the connectors, the visionaries, and the people who want to own their life instead of just making a living.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
02:51 Who is Tim Olson? 04:27 Timâs start in banking, sales, and relationship-building
09:25 When the entrepreneurial bug started to bite
11:01 The power of curiosity and genuine connection
15:19 Learning to speak less, listen more, and win trust
18:32 Fast, medium, and slow money
21:38 Building Aspire Finance with Kelly Garrett & team
28:10 The value of partnerships and staying in your lane
31:22 Acquiring legacy businesses from retiring owners
33:22 Focusing on culture when acquiring businesses
36:15 Structuring acquisitions: SBA loans, seller financing, rollovers
39:36 Raising capital for multifamily real estate
43:14 Vetting real estate operators and avoiding bad deals
47:20 Fitness, cold plunges, and daily mental reps
55:21 How to enforce accountability in your life
01:02:33 Get in touch with Tim!
Quotables
âFast money puts food on the table. Medium money builds wealth. Slow money creates legacy.â
âYouâre not a better entrepreneur because you grind harder. Youâre better because you get clearer.â
âI donât want to just raise moneyâI want to build trust that lasts decades.â
Links
Tim Olson
https://www.facebook.com/timothylee87
https://www.instagram.com/tim.olson.1/
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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Thereâs a common message floating around the entrepreneurial space: âYouâre the average of the five people you spend the most time with, so cut out anyone whoâs not helping you grow.â
I donât buy it.
In this weekly ramble, I break down why I believe some of the most valuable people in your life may have nothing to do with your business but everything to do with your heart, identity, and sanity. These are the friends who were there before the titles, before the growth, before the success and theyâll still be there when the spotlight dims.
If youâve ever felt the pressure to âcut tiesâ just to rise higher, this episode is your reminder that you can build big without burning the people who built you.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:42 Challenging the narrative: âCut out your old friends to growâ
02:25 JJâs Joke of the Week
03:11 The real value of long-term friendships
05:01 My friends are on completely different paths
07:02 Why I protect my inner circle and who gets in my bubble
08:40 What old friends do for your heart and mind
09:32 Weak-minded people need to cut ties
11:08 The annual Outer Banks trip: friendship > ROI
14:33 Friendship = fulfillment, not friction
17:29 Why I keep my core circle small
20:05 Never forget where you came from
23:08 Stop buying the myth: youâre not the sum of five peopleâyouâre you
Quotables
âIf I applied the logic of cutting people out who arenât helping my growth, Iâd lose every one of my best friends.â
âYou canât tell me that laughing around a campfire doesnât add value to my life.â
âMy biggest ROI? A weekend in the Outer Banks, belly laughing with guys Iâve known since high school.â
Links
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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In this episode, I sit down with one of the most electric humans I knowâJen Josey, the self-proclaimed (and trademarked) Bestower of Badassery. Jenâs a former music teacher turned real estate mogul, coach, podcaster, author, and all-around badass. We get into everything from her first deal off Craigslist, to co-founding multiple real estate companies, launching a mastermind for investors, and how margaritas and bold moves shaped her career.
We talk about burning the ships, building confidence, raising capital, making mistakes, and still showing up with energy, humor, and grit. If youâre on the fence about chasing something bigger or you just need a little push to get out of your own wayâJenâs story is your wake-up call.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:57 JJâs Joke of the Week
02:24 Who is Jen Josey?
06:55 Making the decision to get into real estate full-time
08:30 âEverythingâs negotiableââhow she landed her first deal with confidence
11:52 Dealing with doubt, critics, and the âperfectly good jobâ mindset
14:11 From flips to short-term rentals to the Acorn Agency
16:43 Building momentum with quick wins and small flips
20:30 Investing in yourself through coaching, masterminds, and communities
24:35 The power of networking and peer accountability
28:35 Becoming a podcast host, coach, and speaker
32:35 Coaching with Tarek El Moussa and sharing the stage with her TV inspiration
35:15 Why your network builds your influence
38:13 Energy as a superpower and what it costs to give 110%
40:37 The journey of writing From Beginner to Badass
44:48 Why publicly declaring goals unlocks massive accountability
48:03 The REIGN Mastermind: coaching, classes, and connections
52:45 Jenâs 2025 BHAG: Building a couples-only tiny home retreat
Quotables
âEntrepreneurship is living a few years of your life like most people wonât, so you can live the rest like most people canât.â
âI didnât just burn the shipsâI burned the trucks that brought them.â
âIf youâre not getting uncomfortable, youâre not pushing hard enough.â
Links
Jen Josey
https://www.therealjenjosey.com/
https://www.facebook.com/therealjenjosey
https://www.instagram.com/therealjenjosey/
Real Estate Investor Growth Network Podcast
https://reign.libsyn.com/
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This oneâs personal. In todayâs episode, Iâm diving deep into the role your marriage plays in your entrepreneurial successânot just as a support system, but as a strategic advantage most people overlook. Iâm breaking down what itâs meant for me to be married to a spouse whoâs never tried to change me, always supported me, and gives me the space to fully be who I am.
From emotional bandwidth and shared freedom to the kind of trust that lets you swing big in business without fear, Iâll share how my marriage to Katie has shaped every success Iâve had.
This episode is a challenge to check in on your relationship, set a new standard, and maybe most importantlyâprotect the partnership that protects everything else.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:59 JJâs Joke of the Week
02:19 My marriage to Katie: 16+ years of partnership
04:06 A billionaireâs answer: âMy spouse is my greatest assetâ
05:48 What it means to be understood and calmed by your spouse
08:49 Early relationship talks: loving who we were without trying to change it
12:11 Understanding what your spouse wants
14:47 Emotional bandwidth: the most underrated asset in business
17:32 Creating space for personal freedom and mutual respect
20:35 Encouraging each otherâs solo trips and friendships
27:13 Spouse support is the foundation of business courage
30:48 Advice for anyone in a relationship or considering marriage
Quotables
âYou only have so much mental bandwidth. If your spouse takes up half of it, whatâs left for your dreams?â
âReal support means giving each other space to live fullyâand come back better.â
âIf youâre constantly negotiating freedom with your partner, youâre already losing your edge.â
Links
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Joe Robey, a humble, no-BS entrepreneur who went from growing up with little to leading a thriving nationwide fiber optics company while raising six kids and living life on his terms.
We talk about everything from overcoming adversity, to how sports built his confidence, to how he uses business as a tool to bless others. Joe gets real about his rough childhood, why that struggle became his superpower, and what it means to design a life where family always comes first.
If youâre a parent, business owner, or just someone trying to balance ambition with being presentâthis one is for you.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
02:55 JJâs Joke of the Week
06:30 Who is Joe Roppe?
08:00 Transitioning from building properties to fiber optics
12:50 Starting a nationwide company from scratch (with no credit!)
14:34 How sports helped Joe gain confidence in life
20:14 Teaching kids grit when they grow up without struggle
26:20 The importance of curating adversity for your children
29:48 Navigating life with a blended family
34:30 Scaling the business to 80+ employees
37:07 Redefining success: Itâs not about money
40:14 What being motivated by your family should look like
46:03 How Joe and his wife balance entrepreneurship and parenting
52:23 Laser-focusing your work time to stay present at home
54:19 The game-changing power of forced accountability
59:48 The joy of hunting with your kids (and the best quote ever!)
01:04:50 How to connect with Joe and his team
Quotables
âIf Iâm going to preach discipline to my kids, I better be in the gym before they wake up.â
âAt the end of the day, I want my kids to say, âMy dad showed me how to live right.ââ
âMoney is just a tool. Legacy is the mission.â
Links
Joe Roppe
https://www.facebook.com/elitecutoverconnections
https://www.facebook.com/joe.roppe.1
https://www.instagram.com/jroppe4/
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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In this episode, Iâm diving deep into something we all faceâadversityâand why itâs not something we should run from, but something we should lean into. Iâll share how the hardest moments in my life became the very foundation for my discipline, resilience, and successâand why I believe your toughest battles are actually building you.
I also break down why itâs crucial to teach our kids how to face adversity head-on, instead of shielding them from every hardship. Because one day, we wonât be there to protect themâand the best thing we can do is equip them to stand strong when life hits back.
This one is raw, real, and meant to challenge you to reframe pain as preparation. Burn the ships, embrace the fire, and letâs talk about whatâs really shaping you.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
02:03 JJâs Joke of the Week
03:22 How adversity teaches us lessons for the future
06:37 Explaining the concept of adversity to your children
09:05 The impact of helping your children build the right mindset towards adversity
11:39 What we do to shape our childrenâs mindset and teach them independence
13:40 Why independence is important in overcoming adversity
15:20 Different kinds of adversity you can encounter in life
17:29 What it means to curate adversity for your children
21:18 The value of making your children understand that losing comes with lessons
23:41 How being so focused on winning can impact your childâs perspective
27:11 The kind of support your children actually need from you
31:19 Why you need to guide your child through adversity
Quotables
âIf we allow them to do that, then weâre not teaching them to be able to struggle through things, to be able to figure things out.â
âThey have to learn to deal with the consequences that come with small decisions they make.â
âLosing is applauded in our house, as long as they did so with max effort, as long as they did so with the attitude of âIâm gonna try harderâ.â
Links
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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In this episode of Burning the Ships, I talk with Philip Thai, who left a stable software engineering career to build wealth through real estate investing, lending, and business acquisitions. He shares how he burned the ships, scaling from his first wholesale deal to managing 60+ flips, 80+ wholesale transactions, and commercial properties.
Philip also reveals how heâs using seller financing to acquire businesses with little to no money down. If youâre ready to leave corporate life, scale your income, or master creative investing, this episode is packed with real-world strategies you can apply today.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
02:39 Who is Philip Thai?
07:12 Philipâs transition from software engineer to full-time investor
10:18 The importance of taking action after education
15:40 The role of mentorship & masterminds in fast-tracking success
19:03 Paying for education: Why investing in yourself is a game-changer
25:04 The biggest opportunity in business buying right now
31:06 The âAnnuity Structureâ
32:37 The shift to buying strip malls and commercial properties
38:51 The key to balancing business, real estate, and passive investing
43:05 Why social media is the new business card
48:54 Journey vs. Destination: Why you need to enjoy the process
53:25 How Jiu-Jitsu and business share the same mental game
Quotables
âI had enough pain to make a change. If you donât have enough pain, you donât have a reason to change.â
âIf you invest in yourself, you can shrink a 5-year learning curve into just 12 months.â
âYou can buy a business just as creatively as real estateâsometimes even better financing terms.â
Links
Philip Thai
www.youtube.com/@philliphthai
https://www.instagram.com/philliphthai
New Breed Investors
www.skool.com/newbreed
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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Welcome back to Burning the Ships, where we go all in on taking risks, pushing boundaries, and eliminating excuses. Today, weâre diving into gritâthe unshakable quality that separates those who succeed from those who quit too soon. Youâve heard the word before, but what does it actually mean?
In this episode, I break down G.R.I.T. into four essential traits: Gratitude, Resourcefulness, Intentionality, and Tenacity. Through personal stories of adversity, lessons from my fatherâs struggles, my motherâs resilience, and real-life setbacks, Iâll show you why grit is the ultimate predictor of successâwhether in business, sports, or life.
If youâve ever struggled with doubt or setbacks, this episode is for you. Learn how to move with purpose, turn failures into fuel, and push through when success is just around the corner. No matter your pathâentrepreneur, athlete, or go-getterâembracing grit will transform your journey. Burn the ships, commit fully, and get to work.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:46 JJâs Joke of the Week
02:10 What is grit?
03:49 G is for Gratitude
05:50 How my fatherâs struggles shaped my mindset and leadership
08:35 Learning resilience through financial and emotional hardships
11:20 R is for Resourcefulness
14:17 I is for Intentionality
16:55 T is for Tenacity
19:07 Lessons from competition, sports, and how to bounce back after failure
22:55 How jiu-jitsu has reinforced my mindset on grit and perseverance
24:44 The profound moment with my mom that changed my entire perspective on struggle
29:04 Finding gratitude in setbacks
32:14 The difference between those who succeed and those who quit too soon
Quotables
âMost of the good in me came from the hard times I went through. And I wouldnât change a thing.â
âYou donât need to be the smartest, fastest, or strongest. But if youâre the one who refuses to quit, youâll always have a chance to win.â
âIf you quit now, youâll never know how close you were to breaking through.â
Links
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com
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From bartending to building a multimillion-dollar brandâthatâs the story of Dan Oliver, founder of Dan-Oâs Seasoning. In this episode of Burning the Ships, Dan breaks down how he turned a homemade seasoning blend into a national brand sold in Walmart, Kroger, and 20,000+ retailers across the U.S.
We get into the grind behind the growthâfrom flea markets to viral TikTok success, why having no Plan B made all the difference, and how sticking to his vision landed him major investors. If youâre an entrepreneur, hustler, or just someone chasing a dream, this episode will light a fire under you and prove that betting on yourself is always the right move.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:02 JJâs Joke of the Week
03:03 Who is Dan O?
11:43 Where Danâs entrepreneurial spirit comes from
15:35 Danâs journey into entrepreneurship
21:31 The âlightbulb momentâ: Realizing Dan-Oâs could be a business
27:03 Building a brand: Selling at farmerâs markets and small retailers
33:11 The importance of storytelling, branding, and standing out in the market
35:06 How one viral TikTok video changed everything for Dan-Oâs
42:45 Scaling Dan-Oâs: Landing deals with Walmart and Kroger
49:17 Building a business through resourcefulness
54:24 Lessons from The Secret
59:01 Where the content ideas for Dan-Oâs come from
01:01:32 The future of Dan-Oâs Seasonings
01:06:51 Danâs advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
Quotables
âI was never going to give up. It was Danoâs or nothing.â
âThe best brands donât just sell a productâthey tell a story. Thatâs what makes people connect.â
âI didnât have a plan B, and thatâs what made investors believe in me.â
Links
Dan-Oâs Seasoning
https://danosseasoning.com/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/danosseasoning/?hl=en
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyP9TINtZzvTJfN69GskqLQ
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The Secret
https://www.thesecret.tv/
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com/
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Work-life balance? Itâs a mythâunless you create it with intention. In this episode of Burning the Ships, I break down how I went from grinding 24/7 to building a life where business and family actually work together.
Iâll share the hard lessons I learned, why most entrepreneurs get this completely wrong, and how simple shifts like time-blocking and setting real boundaries can change everything. If you feel stuck between your career and personal life, this episode will give you the mindset and strategies to take back controlâwithout slowing down your success.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:43 JJâs Joke of the Week
02:27 The cliche of achieving work-life balance
03:29 Different careers = different challenges
06:03 Transitioning from corporate to full-time entrepreneurship
08:16 Unlearning work habits from corporate to focus on family
11:43 Realizing what being truly present means
15:12 The power of time-blocking
18:26 Creating more productivity in less time with the right structure
23:03 Planning business activities around family life
27:36 The impact of setting boundaries when time-blocking
Quotables
âIf youâre not intentional with your time, someone else will be.â
âI was physically there with my kids, but my mind was in a completely different world.â
âTime-blocking isnât just for businessâitâs the key to actually being present in your life.â
Links
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com/
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In this episode of Burning the Ships, we sit down with Q Moldrik to explore the power of reputation management, scaling a business with strategic automation, and the importance of celebrating wins along the journey. Q shares valuable insights on how businesses can control their online reviews, the impact of perception on customer trust, and why timing matters when asking for testimonials. We also talk about the challenges of entrepreneurship, the chaos of rapid growth, and the necessity of setting clear goals for sustained success.
Whether youâre an entrepreneur, investor, or business leader, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways on leveraging systems, maintaining company culture, and ensuring your business reputation works in your favor.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
01:38 JJâs Joke of the Week
04:06 Who is Q Moldrik?
10:53 The growth of Legacy Digital
17:26 Best practices to overcome stress in different situations
21:24 The mindset you need to develop to be resilient
24:23 What Legacy Digital is focused on for 2025
27:19 What is Reputation Management?
32:12 Why customer reviews are important in business
36:17 One-off campaigns
37:20 The impact of UGC campaigns in marketing
41:00 The real value of digital marketing
44:51 How to get the best returns from digital marketing
49:18 How Legacy Digital helps businesses understand digital marketing
50:41 The impact of team culture to your success
52:53 How celebrating wins can nurture your teamâs culture
54:59 What would Qâs grandfather be proud of the most about her?
01:02:58 What it takes to achieve success in life
Quotables
âPeople, without looking at the name of the business, without clicking on the website, they look at those 5-star reviews and how many reviews they have.â
âSocial media in the personal brand world is a partnership. We will take over, like you said â all the BS stuff â the editing, the posting, the engagements, the data, the day-to-day daily nuances to save you time, but we need you guys on the ground pushing it.â
âIf youâre not changing it, youâre choosing it.â
Links
Connect with Q!
https://www.facebook.com/qmoldrik
https://www.instagram.com/qmoldrik/
https://www.legacydigital.com/
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com/
Legacy Digital Marketing
https://www.legacydigital.com/
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In this Burning the Ships Weekly Ramble, we explore the key difference between perception and perspectiveâand how mastering both improves communication, sales, negotiation, and leadership. While perception is how you see the world, perspective allows you to understand othersâ viewpoints.
I share how this mindset shift has shaped my success in sales, leadership, and relationships, with real-life examples of how seeing through othersâ eyes builds trust, creates win-win outcomes, and strengthens communication. Whether in business or personal life, this episode challenges you to think differently, ask better questions, and truly listen for more impactful conversations and results.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
02:02 JJâs Joke of the Week
02:51 Why perception vs. perspective is crucial in sales & leadership
05:30 How shifting from perception to perspective creates more value
07:01 The three biggest factors in closing a sale: Know, Like, and Trust
11:08 The impact of perspective in personal relationships
13:45 How asking the right questions builds deeper relationships & increases sales success
17:42 Leadership lesson: Why great managers listen before they lead
21:04 How this mindset shift can improve daily communication in any situation
Quotables
âMost people operate from their own perception, but true success comes from mastering perspectiveâseeing things through someone elseâs eyes.â
âIf you go into any negotiation thinking only about what you want, youâve already lost.â
âIn any conflict, the fastest way to resolution is to stop reacting and start asking questions.â
Links
608B Capital
https://608bcapital.com/
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