Learn from Shark Tank's own Kevin Harrington

Brandon Heitmann is the CEO of Exigent Landscaping which is an exterior design building company located in metro-Detroit. He found motivation to start his company when he realized he wanted to be his own boss and not depend on others for his well-being. His goal is to build one of the largest landscape companies in Michigan, then in the US, and works every day towards this goal. Brandon started the company as a lawn cutting service in 2011 and it's evolved into a multi-faceted landscaping company today with 18 employees generating millions in revenue. To hear Brandon's story is inspiring - from drugs to spending a brief time in jail. It goes to show, you to can become a HUGE success with the right frame of mind and positive thinking. Brandon describes one of the biggest challenges he had when starting his business was thinking too small and restricting himself from achieving what he knew he was capable of. Brandon's advice to those starting their own business today is to start thinking big and not put a limit on the success you can achieve. He expands by saying "Do not wait a second and go for it. There is no better time than now.

Wendy Boglioli is an American former swimmer, Olympic champion, and former world record-holder. After retiring from competition swimming, she became a coach, and later, a motivational speaker. Wendy is best remembered for her role in the 1976 Olympic Games when she and fellow women swimmers were heavy underdogs to the systemically-doped East German team. Earning a bronze medal in the 100M Butterfly, she and her 4x100M American Freestyle Relay team mates took to the blocks one last time in the culminating event. In what proved to be one of the ‘greatest swimming upsets’ of all time (Swimming World Magazine), Wendy and her teammates defeated their competitors in a David & Goliath showdown, earning Team USA’s only gold. She grew up in Land O' Lakes, Wisconsin.

Chris Prefontaine is a 3-time best-selling author of Real Estate on Your Terms, The New Rules of Real Estate Investing, and Moneeka Sawyer’s Real Estate Investing for Women. He’s also the Founder and CEO of SmartRealEstateCoach.com and host of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast. Chris has been in real estate for almost 30 years. His experience ranges from constructing new homes in the ‘90s and owning a Realty Executive Franchise to running his own investments (commercial & residential) and coaching clients throughout North America. Today, Chris runs his own buying and selling businesses with his family team, which purchases 2-5 properties monthly, so they’re in the trenches every single week. They also help their Associates and students do the exact same thing all across North America, working together on another 10-15 properties every month.

n this episode of BEAST Nation we spend time with Sam Taggart who is the CEO / Founder of D2D Experts and also hosts D2DCON (one of the largest expose catering to the profession of selling door-to-door.) Sam has been knocking doors since he was 11 years old. Since that time he has gone on to start multiple businesses and hosts D2DCON which is one of the largest conferences of its kind - focused on the door-to-door sales industry. Join Sam on his D2D podcast and listen up BEASTS as Sam shares his great story on this episode and touches on what it takes to be successful in sales!

As an entrepreneur, international speaker, best-selling author, mentor, philanthropist, licensed CPA for 35 years and a Chartered Global Management Accountant, Sharon Lechter is the premier expert for financial literacy and entrepreneurial success. In 1997 Sharon co-authored the international bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad, and has released 14 other books in the Rich Dad series. Over 10 years as the co-founder and CEO, she built the empire into the world’s leading personal finance brand. In 2008, she was asked by the Napoleon Hill Foundation to help re-energize the powerful teachings of Napoleon Hill just as the international economy was faltering. Sharon has released three bestselling books in cooperation with the Foundation, including Think and Grow Rich-Three Feet from Gold, Outwitting the Devil and her latest project, Think and Grow Rich for Women, released in June of 2014. She is also featured in the 2017 movie Think and Grow Rich: The Legacy and has released the book Save Wisely, Spend Happily in cooperation with the American Institute of CPAs. Sharon lives in Paradise Valley, AZ with her husband and business partner, Michael Lechter, a powerhouse in the area of Intellectual Property, Organizational Architecture, and Publishing. Together, they love spending time with each other and especially like to get away to their dude ranch, Cherry Creek Lodge, where they can get “off the grid” (literally) and get recharged for their next big play. Sharon continues to be a committed philanthropist by giving back to world communities both as a benefactor and a volunteer and has been honored with numerous awards.

Ben's story of amazement is one that will captivate and inspire. Having been born into a family living in a communist country, Ben's father had to make one of the most difficult decisions a father could ever make - leaving some children behind with friends as he fled with the other children to seek a brighter future. After weeks and finally making it to a refuge camp, Ben and his family were reunited. Ben share's his inspirational message which is also told in his book From Communism to Capitalism - a Millionaire's Journey. Today, Ben is inspired by his father's decision for a better life and has created a life many envy - multiple business, a millionaire lifestyle, and is having fun transforming lives of others. Listen to BEAST Nation - the 2nd highest rated podcast by Yahoo Finance / Yahoo News on www.bradblazar.com/podcast and other channels

Michelle Cunningham is on a mission to empower women to live their BEST LIFE by simplifying all areas of life! She is a Mom to two little ones and built a network marketing team that sold 8-figures and teach her strategies for success with others freely. As a video branding expert she empowers others by sharing her secrets of success and how she has built an empire using videos and creating her own brand

Poonacha Machaiah is a global thought leader with a unique knowledge and ability in combining both the wellbeing and technology domain. As a leader he is among a new breed of social entrepreneurs, having chosen to apply his corporate expertise from 25 years as a business executive in multiple Fortune 100 companies and entrepreneurial initiatives to addressing societal and wellbeing challenges. Over the years Poonacha has also collaborated with luminaries such as Deepak Chopra, MD, Shekhar Kapur, AR Rahman and other leaders in business, technology and research and has an unique insight into how to help people do brilliant work, thrive amid change, realize their highest potential. This has led him to launch the Warrior Monk™ brand targeted at creating a positive societal shift through the compassionate transformation of humankind. Warrior Monk is a brand dedicated to make empower everyone to be more resilient in the body and mind.

Shea uses his background as a former MLB player to teach us the importance of identity. He was the 10th round, draft choice of the Boston Red Sox in 1996 and was Player of the Year three of his five years in major league baseball. He played in the All-Star games in 2002 and 2005. In the prime of his athletic career, he left to put his family first. Today he is a motivational speaker, coach and uses his platform to inspire people across the country

When 29-year-old Brandon Dawson rang the opening bell on the American Stock Exchange for taking Sonus Corporation public in 1998, he was one of the youngest people ever to do so. He’d raised millions in private equity to build the hearing aid business, which was poised for explosive growth, thanks to his franchise model. The young CEO was on top of the world when he got the call to fly to New York a few short years later. He thought he would get a pat on the back. Instead, a series of events made him leave the company. Learn from Brandon’s mistakes, learn about his second company Audigy and how lessons learned helped him become the business partner to one of the best known business leaders today - Grant Cardone

In the insurance industry there are those that make it and those that make it BIG! Cody is one of those that made it BIG, earning over six-figures in his first year and now host and founder to one of the largest sales training and motivational events serving the industry - 8% Nation. Get the secrets of success as Brad and Cody dive into what separates the ordinary from extraordinary!

In this episode of BEAST Nation with Dana Silvestri we uncover the 30-60-90 day rule and so much more. Join me and my guest Dana as we unpack some great knowledge that can really help move the needle for you!

In today's BEAST Nation podcast we visit with Mitchell Conquer, and explore the secrets to success as a young entrepreneur. Mitch touches upon his journey to success as a real estate wholesaler / flipper in Canada and the mindset he has created to conquer adversity. (His last name certainly helps as well)

This episode is with Matt Buchanan. Matt has been able to learn about marketing from some of the top experts in the world such as Daymond John, Ryan Deiss and Grant Cardone. He’s also been able to work as the head of marketing for the fastest growing gym and fitness franchise in NJ. He’s managed over $1,000,000 in advertising budget and works with small business owners all across the United States. Today, his company has exploded experiencing 2100% growth in just the past few months by following the principles he shares with others.