Episode 485: Mark Cuban: Why Most Entrepreneurs Hire Wrong (And Go Broke)
Listen to the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThY-UBFtGK8
Even billionaires struggle with self-doubt. In this Fitness Friday excerpt from my conversation with Mark Cuban, he opens up about still feeling intimidated in rooms full of domain experts, why he believes most entrepreneurs hire the wrong people at the wrong time, and his surprising take on what business you're actually in.
We also discuss his prediction for what will make cryptocurrency boom again and his unconventional take on why brand advertising is a waste of money for startups.
Mark Cuban is a billionaire entrepreneur, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, and star investor on Shark Tank. Despite his success, he remains refreshingly honest about the psychological challenges of high-level business and the mistakes he's seen countless entrepreneurs make.
What we discuss:
Why Mark Cuban Still Gets Imposter Syndrome Around AI Experts
The "Hamster Wheel" Hiring Mistake That Kills Startups
Why He Says "You've Got to Be Able to Solve Problems Yourself"
His Honest Take on Losing Money in the Voyager Crypto Collapse
The Difference Between USD and USDC That Cost People Millions
Why the NBA Thought They Were in the Wrong Business (And How He Fixed It)
His Prediction for What Will Make Crypto Boom Again
Why Brand Advertising is "Typically a Waste of Money" for Startups
The Two Things Every Business Must Sell: Differentiation and Path of Least Resistance
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Episode 484: Dr. Josh Axe: Why Your Healthy Smoothie is Making You Sick (And What Actually Heals)
Think you're eating healthy with your daily green smoothie and salad? What if the foods you believe are nourishing you are actually working against your body's natural design?
In this episode of Habits and Hustle, I sit down with Dr. Josh Axe to discuss why many "superfood" staples might be sabotaging your health – especially for women with thyroid issues. We also discuss the Biblio diet, explore why organ meats are nature's ultimate multivitamins, and share natural alternatives to antidepressants that actually address root causes.
Dr. Josh Axe is a doctor of natural medicine, clinical nutritionist, and author of multiple bestselling books including his newest one "The Biblio Diet." He's helped thousands reverse chronic conditions through personalized nutrition and runs The Health Institute, a virtual functional medicine practice. His approach combines ancient healing wisdom with modern science to address the root causes of disease.
What We Discuss:
(06:54) The supplement trap: why you can't medicate your way out of lifestyle issues
(23:28) Why smoothies and salads are terrible for women with hypothyroidism
(25:43) The Biblio diet vs. paleo: what our ancestors actually ate
(40:35) The shocking truth about modern bread vs. ancient sourdough
(46:47) Raw milk vs. pasteurized: why A1 casein is inflammatory like gluten
(51:18) Natural alternatives to SSRIs and why purpose matters more than pills
(59:42) Saffron: the most powerful natural antidepressant
(1:09:56) The GLP-1 epidemic: why everyone's becoming "skinny fat"
(1:25:26) Five longevity practices for your 50s that actually work
…and more!
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Episode 483: Mark Cuban's Cold Email Empire: How $750K Investments Turn Into Billion-Dollar Returns
Listen to the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThY-UBFtGK8
What if I told you Mark Cuban has invested over $100 million in companies from complete strangers who just sent him an email? In this Fitness Friday episode, I'm sharing insights from my conversation with Mark Cuban about his unconventional investment approach and the incredible companies built from cold outreach.
We discuss how Cuban manages 200+ investments with just 12 team members, why he answers every single email personally, and the remarkable stories behind two of his biggest wins: a $4 billion space company and a revolutionary pharmacy that's disrupting Big Pharma.
Mark Cuban is a billionaire entrepreneur, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, and star investor on Shark Tank who has built his reputation on being accessible to anyone with a compelling business idea.
What we discuss:
The $750K Investment That Became Worth "A Whole Lot of Money" at $4B Valuation
Why Cuban Reads Every Email and Deletes Most in Under 2 Seconds
How He Manages 200 Companies with Only 12 Employees
The Cold Email Strategy That Led to Cost Plus Drugs Revolution
Behind the Scenes of Shark Tank: Why 75% of His Deals Actually Close
The Real Reason Most Shark Tank Entrepreneurs "Ghost" Their Deals
How Cuban Turns Alyssa's Cookies Into a $20M Business With Zero Advertising
Why He Refuses Meetings But Responds to Strangers' Emails Within Minutes
The One Question Every Entrepreneur Must Ask: "Why Didn't I Think of That?"
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Episode 482: Dr. Robert Glover: Why Nice Guys Finish Last (And What Women Really Want Instead)
Ever wonder why the "nice guys" often finish last in love and life? What if everything we've been taught about being likable is actually sabotaging our relationships and success?
In this episode of Habits and Hustle, I sit down with Dr. Robert Glover to discuss the hidden psychology behind "nice guy syndrome" – and why it's not actually nice at all.
We explore how people-pleasing becomes a manipulative strategy and why women aren't attracted to overly accommodating men. We also discuss why vulnerability with other men is crucial for growth and practical strategies for becoming authentically confident instead of just "nice."
Dr. Robert Glover is a licensed marriage and family therapist, bestselling author of "No More Mr. Nice Guy," and founder of men's development programs worldwide. For over 25 years, he's helped thousands of men break free from people-pleasing patterns to become integrated, authentic leaders in their relationships and careers.
What We Discuss:
(03:05) What defines a "nice guy" vs. someone who's genuinely nice
(08:27) Why nice guys are often underachievers stuck in middle management
(21:30) What women actually want vs. what nice guys think they want
(32:02) How long before nice guys show their true colors
(42:01) The difference between being nice and being authentic
(46:09) Why successful men can still be "simps" in relationships
(51:27) The dating crisis: why fewer people are in relationships
(57:02) Creating positive emotional tension in relationships
(1:03:17) What makes a strong, lasting relationship work
(1:05:04) Practical strategies for polarizing your partner
(1:13:07) The masculinity crisis and why men are isolated
…and more!
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Episode 481: Mark Cuban's 5:30 AM Success Formula: How a Billionaire Structures His Day for Maximum Impact
Listen to the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThY-UBFtGK8
What does a billionaire's morning routine actually look like? In this Fitness Friday episode, I'm sharing an expert from my conversation with Mark Cuban about the daily habits and routines that fuel his billion-dollar empire.
Tune in to discover why Mark sleeps only 5-6 hours but takes strategic naps, how he processes hundreds of emails daily while still prioritizing family time, and the surprising workout that helped him meet his wife. This isn't your typical morning routine - it's intentional living from someone who's built multiple billion-dollar companies.
Mark Cuban is a billionaire entrepreneur, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, and star investor on Shark Tank. At 64, he maintains his competitive edge through basketball, Zumba classes, and a vegetarian diet while building companies that disrupt entire industries.
What we discuss:
Why Mark Cuban Wakes Up at Exactly 5:30 AM Every Day
The Email Management System That Keeps Him Accessible to Anyone
How He Balances Billion-Dollar Businesses with Being Present for His Kids
Why He Refuses to Take Meetings or Phone Calls (and What He Does Instead)
The Sleep Tracking Strategy That Maximizes His 5-6 Hour Nights
The "Sales Cures All" Philosophy That Built His Empire
How Strategic Napping Became Part of His Success Formula
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Habits and Hustle helps share the stories, habits, and rituals of people's journeys on living fulfilled lives. Host Jennifer Cohen interviews thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and overall extraordinary people who share their insight and open up about the normally hidden aspects that have made a difference in their success.
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