Join us as we explore the inspiring journey of a hairdresser, Terra Harvell, who transformed her passion into a thriving million-dollar enterprise. Listen in as we dive into how she prioritized her team, put people first, and harnessed the power of social media to scale her business. Discover the secrets behind her success and how she overcame obstacles to build strategies that helped her create a lasting impact in the beauty industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 06, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 156
In this episode of Building Billions , I sit down with the incredible Jasmine Star to talk all things personal branding, entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to stand out in a crowded market. Jasmine and I dive into how to build a brand that truly represents who you are and why owning your story is the key to success. If you’re ready to get real about overcoming fear, embracing your journey, and taking your business to the next level, this episode is for you. Let’s break down the strategie...
Aug 16, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 155
In this episode of “Building Billions,” I sit down with the incredible Maggie Sellers, an entrepreneur and investor who’s mastered the art of refining her investment strategy to align with her mission of empowering women. We dive into Maggie’s journey from her early days working with celebrity brands to now focusing on brands, services, and technology that genuinely solve problems for women in their evolving roles. Maggie opens up about how social media has been a game-changer in building her pe...
Aug 10, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 154
In this episode of 'Building Billions,' today I am joined by renowned fashion designer Rebecca Minkoff. Rebecca shares her inspiring journey from sewing her own clothes as a teenager to building a global fashion empire. She discusses key moments in her career, including the challenges of scaling her business. Join Rebecca and I as we discuss insights on balancing creativity with business acumen, the importance of hiring experts, and navigating family dynamics in a business partnership. She also ...
Jul 26, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 153
Welcome back to Building Billions, I'm Natalie Dawson and I'm thrilled to be joining Scott Clary today. In this episode, we will be diving into why 97% of businesses fail and what it really means to start the work. We'll be breaking down the importance of focusing on the right things, achieving product-market fit, and the critical $3 million revenue breakpoint. I'll share my insights on building the necessary systems and processes for scaling your business, and why founders often struggle with d...
Jul 19, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 152
Welcome back to Building Billions, I'm Natalie Dawson and today I'm going to share my unfiltered journey through the world of entrepreneurship. I will be opening up about the challenges and failures that have shaped my path to success. From grappling with self-doubt and handling criticism, to overcoming obstacles and finding unexpected sources of inspiration. While I take you through my personal experiences, I will also be revealing the lessons I've learned from my biggest failures and the momen...
Jul 12, 2024•8 min•Season 1Ep. 151
Hello everyone and welcome back to Building Billions, I'm Natalie Dawson and today we're diving deep into the ever-relevant topic of burnout. As entrepreneurs, we're constantly juggling the demands of our business with our personal lives, striving to find that elusive balance. I’ll share my personal strategies on how to integrate work and life seamlessly, the importance of prioritizing projects that truly excite you, and why saying 'no' can be your best defense against burnout. Join me as I disc...
Jul 05, 2024•9 min•Season 1Ep. 150
Welcome back to Building Billions, I'm Natalie Dawson! Today, I'm diving into the art of selecting a $100 million business partner, drawing from my extensive experience over the past five years. My husband and I have been fortunate to collaborate with Grant and Elena Cardone, yielding hundreds of millions in returns. Along the way, we've learned invaluable lessons from both successful and unsuccessful partnerships. In this episode, I'm sharing my playbook on what to look for when choosing a busi...
Jun 25, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 149
Welcome to Building Billions! I'm Natalie Dawson, and today I want to help you grow your business without relying on external funding. Many business owners believe they need venture capital to turn their ideas into reality, but I'm a huge advocate for self-funding. Why depend on external sources when you can generate revenue internally? In this episode, I'll walk you through my approach to self-funding a business from scratch. We'll cover how to promote and monetize your idea, gather invaluable ...
Jun 15, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 148
Welcome back to Building Billions! In today's episode, I share the key framework I use to lead my $125 million team of over 300 employees. I'm Natalie Dawson, co-founder of Cardone Ventures. Over the past five years, we've grown from zero to $125 million in revenue by finding remarkable talent and fostering a winning culture. The foundation of my strategy is John Maxwell's "Law of the Lid," which says a leader's capability limits their organization's potential. I've expanded this concept into th...
Jun 10, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Welcome back to another episode of Building Billions! I’m Natalie Dawson and my guest this week is none other than the actress, influencer, and fashionista, Hofit Golan. From humble beginnings, Hofit has found her success through the lessons she’s learned from her upbringing, and continues to apply them every single day. Through these lessons she’s succeeded in making the life she wants a reality, and encourages YOU to do the same. Your dreams don’t have to stay dreams, and if you take matters i...
Apr 27, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 147
Welcome back to Building Billions with Natalie Dawson! In this episode, I unveil my blueprint for planning a seven-figure week, a method that has propelled me from humble beginnings to overseeing multiple businesses generating over $100 million in revenue. Through reflection and proactive planning, I'll guide you on how to align your actions with your goals and maximize your productivity. From daily reflections on effectiveness to fostering gratitude and identifying wasted time, we'll delve into...
Apr 03, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 146
Welcome back to Building Billions, I'm Natalie Dawson! Today, we're diving into five habits that could be holding you back financially. It's a topic close to my heart because I've seen these mistakes firsthand, and I'm passionate about helping you achieve financial security and freedom. We will cover things like spending on instant pleasures, the company we keep, your morning routine and much more! So, join me as we break free from these habits and pave the way for a brighter financial future. S...
Mar 25, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 145
Welcome back to Building Billions! On today's episode, I have a very special guest who has been the biggest inspiration and mentor to me: Elena Cardone. We dive deep into the important and overlooked facets of success and why we've committed ourselves to elevating other people with our knowledge and skills. This episode has some juicy moments you're definitely not going to want to miss, so kickback, relax, and grab a notepad. As always, don't forget to share this podcast and leave a review down ...
Mar 19, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 144
Welcome back to Building Billions! Today, I am sharing my top five recommendations for anyone considering launching a business in 2024. As a seasoned business scaling expert, I've had the privilege of helping tens of thousands of companies achieve their growth potential, giving me invaluable insights into today's entrepreneurial landscape. Join me as I outline practical strategies based on real-world experiences and industry trends, gleaned from my daily interactions with business owners just li...
Mar 11, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 143
Welcome back to Building Billions! Join me as I reveal the secrets to skyrocketing your career from intern to company president in less than five years. With over a decade of experience leading a $125 million revenue-generating enterprise, I've mastered the art of self-investment and opportunity creation. I'll be sharing actionable strategies to empower you to seize and excel in every opportunity that comes your way. From taking full accountability for your actions to prioritizing money-making s...
Mar 05, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 142
Welcome to Building Billions! I am back with a captivating discussion on the "Success Elevator." Unlike clichés about the stairs of success, this episode offers a fresh perspective from a seasoned entrepreneur who recently sold his business for $2.2 billion. Drawing from his own journey, he describes life as an elevator ride to success, where everyone has the opportunity to reach the top floor. Through vivid imagery and personal anecdotes, I encourage you to reassess your goals and resist the te...
Feb 27, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 141
Welcome to another episode of Building Billions, where I delve deep into insights, innovations, and inspirations shaping OUR future. Join me as I share firsthand experiences and takeaways from a series of exclusive events hosted by the Milken Institute. From discussions on economic competitiveness to insights into healthcare and artificial intelligence, I provide a captivating recount of the diverse topics covered and the impactful conversations had with industry leaders. This episode touches on...
Feb 08, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 140
Welcome back to Building Billions. On this episode, I am taking a deep dive into strategies for business optimization and growth. In today's episode, we unravel a game-changing concept that can revolutionize the efficiency of your business— the ideal calendar. Many businesses struggle to meet the target of revenue per employee, often leading to inefficiencies and discouragement among team members.I share a recent revelation from a team member who decided to create the ideal calendar for her role...
Jan 29, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 139
Welcome back to Building Billions! On this episode, I interview the brother of the CEO of Cardone Ventures and discuss with him how he handles criticism in our family business. Navigating the delicate balance between personal relationships and professional responsibilities is no easy feat. Luckily, today's episode is packed with tips and examples to help you overcome criticism and thrive in the face of constructive feedback. Discover how open communication fosters a healthy feedback culture with...
Jan 26, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 138
Welcome back to Building Billions! In this episode, I reflect on the transformative moments shared by 15 high-powered women in a recent mastermind kickoff call. Drawing from personal experiences, I emphasize the importance of recognizing alignment shifts and making decisive changes, using my decision to drop out of college as a powerful example. The episode explores the theme of movement and change, with ten women highlighting the profound transformations that occurred when they decided to move....
Jan 18, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 137
Welcome back to Building Billions. It's January 8th, and I'm knee-deep in editing my book with a looming deadline next Friday. On today's episode, I'll be quickly walking you through my process for planning a billion dollar week. I believe in intentional living, and my weekly planning ritual is the secret sauce to achieve more. Whether you're digital or prefer pen and paper, start with a weekly template. I break it into four sections, beginning with "Hindsight." In the hindsight section, I refle...
Jan 08, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 136
Welcome back to Building Billions! It's the dawn of a new year, and I'm reaching out from Cabo San Lucas on January 2nd, fresh off of our first leadership team meeting of the year. Reflecting on the trials of 2023, a year that tested my communication skills and resilience, I've distilled key lessons. First, I discovered that while communication is a powerful tool, it can't remedy a lack of good faith from the other party. Lesson two revolves around the realization that it's not my role to be the...
Jan 03, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 135
Welcome back to another episode of Building Billions. Today's show is especially close to my heart as I broadcast from Cabo San Lucas, where my personal journey of transformation began six years ago. I'm on day one of my routine in this tropical paradise, and I can't wait to share the powerful insights that changed my life and can transform yours in 2024. In this episode, I reflect on the pivotal moment six years ago when I decided to reinvent myself. I've come a long way since then, from feelin...
Jan 02, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 134
On this episode of Building Billions, I'll be shedding light on some of the biggest red flags I'm constantly on the lookout for in a candidate during a job interview. With my firsthand experience in hiring and firing thousands of individuals, I've honed my ability to spot critical signals that could spell trouble down the road. Join me as I share these invaluable insights to help you navigate the hiring process and ensure you bring the right candidates onto your team. Most hiring managers look f...
Dec 21, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 133
On this episode of Building Billions, I'm going to sharing with you a game-changing strategy to help accelerate any career journey from an entry-level team member to an executive in just 3 years. If you're a business owner like me, it's vital to provide your team members with a clear path to success. Having a clear path for employees to align their personal, professional, and financial goals with the goals of the organization, is essential for the success of any business. For employees, your goa...
Dec 11, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 132
On this episode of Building Billions, I had the incredible Candy Valentino on, a true powerhouse in the world of business and investing. Candy's journey is nothing short of remarkable. Imagine starting your first business before 20! At the age of 19, with no degree, no corporate background, no money, and in an era without the internet, Candy embarked on her entrepreneurial path. Over the next two and a half decades, she not only started, scaled, and sold businesses in various industries but also...
Dec 05, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 131
Welcome back to Building Billions! If you're on a quest to discover your purpose and looking for guidance on how to kickstart the life you desire, this episode is a must-listen. Join me as I take you behind the scenes of a remarkable event, where I share a profoundly personal message about purpose, confidence, and the indispensable role of support. In this episode, I'll peel back the layers and delve into the true essence of demanding nothing short of excellence in every facet of our lives. Toge...
Nov 27, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 130
Today I've got a story that's different from what you usually see on my podcast. Normally I discuss team building and scaling businesses, but today I want to explore a personal journey of financial transformation in today's episode. Six years ago, I succumbed to peer pressure, making a life-changing purchase that led me to reevaluate my financial path. Join me as I share the pivotal moment that sparked my commitment to financial independence and valuable skill development. If you've faced financ...
Nov 20, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 129
In this episode of Building Billions, I share my insights and strategies for navigating challenging conversations with finesse. Drawing from my own experiences and the framework I have developed, I provide valuable tips on how to approach difficult dialogues effectively. I emphasize the significance of understanding individual communication styles using the R3 assessment, a tool that offers crucial insights into a person's strengths, weaknesses, and preferred communication methods. I highlight t...
Nov 06, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 128
