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Chris and I talked about where real confidence comes from and why you cannot fake it. I shared how doing hard things builds confidence, why networking only works after you create real value, and how most people get this backwards. We also got into leadership, why you cannot delegate too early, and my honest thoughts on AI and where it actually adds value in business today.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Ryan and I talked about what actually separates people who build successful businesses from those who stay stuck thinking about it. We got into the mindset that drives real entrepreneurs, why urgency and action matter more than perfect planning, and how most people misunderstand networking. I shared the lesson a mentor taught me early in my career about sales being at the center of everything in business and in life.
We also discussed how real opportunities come from doing the work first, building real skills, and creating value that makes people want to work with you. The conversation also touches on leadership, hiring great people in the wild, and why surrounding yourself with people who are winning is one of the fastest ways to grow.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Austin and I talked about what entrepreneurship actually looks like when you start from nothing. I shared how my first business began by simply trading my time for money and why learning sales is the foundation of building any company.
We discussed the early hustle behind Storage Squad, including chalk marketing on college campuses and hiring great people in unexpected places, along with the moment founders need to start delegating so they can focus on growth.
We also got into leadership, decision making, and why removing low performers is critical to building strong teams, along with how global hiring has become one of the biggest advantages across the companies I run today.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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In this episode with Peter, I break down what really happened behind the scenes after buying Somewhere and scaling Bolt Storage through one of the most chaotic real estate markets in years. We talk about the pressure that comes with raising outside capital, why discipline in underwriting saved us when rates doubled, and how slowing down in storage led me to double down on building a global talent machine.
I share the hard lessons from rebranding, losing SEO overnight, restructuring an entire leadership team, and rebuilding the company around South African executives and performance driven systems. We also dive into why sales talent is the most expensive leverage in America and how building worldwide teams has become my biggest operational edge.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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In this conversation with Roohi, I break down why most entrepreneurs are chasing the wrong game. We talk about starting with the end in mind, setting a personal cash flow number, and building boring businesses that actually stack the odds in your favor. I explain why speed is your only real advantage as a founder, how momentum compounds over time, and why making 30K a month in a proven business beats swinging for a billion dollar moonshot most people will never hit. We also dive into confidence, communication, college, and how practicing discomfort early in life builds the muscle you need to win long term.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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In this episode with Chris and Chris, I talk about overcoming doubt, building irrational confidence, and using fear setting to make hard decisions less scary. We unpack lessons from chaotic early business seasons, anxiety filled moments, and the mindset shift toward extreme ownership that changed everything for me.
We also cover leverage through hiring, auditing your time, focusing on sales and marketing, raising resilient kids, and why success means watering every garden in your life not just business.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Jamie and I talked about why struggle is not something to avoid but something to embrace. We got into parenting, confidence, health, balance, and why giving yourself permission matters more than waiting for approval. We discussed what a good life actually looks like, how pressure shapes better people, and why playing the long game across generations is more meaningful than chasing status or shortcuts. This episode is about values, responsibility, and becoming someone your kids can be proud of.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Nick Aufenkamp and I dug into the real reasons most entrepreneurs end up overwhelmed, broke, or miserable. We talked about delegation, generational wealth, and why the "boring" businesses often lead to the most freedom. I shared how I built leverage through international hiring, what I look for when choosing a game worth playing, and why long-term stress and sacrifice only make sense if you're chasing the right outcome. This is one of the most honest conversations I've had about work, family, and building a business that actually improves your life.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Trevor and I talked through how I build real businesses by choosing better odds instead of chasing hype. I shared how I started from zero, tested demand with simple tactics, and why boring proven ideas beat trying to be the one in a thousand startup.
We also covered pricing, firing bad customers, using data over ego, and why business never gets easier, you just get stronger. From building companies to raising kids who can handle discomfort, this episode is about doing hard things and winning because of it.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Mikk and I sat down to talk about what it really means to build a business that supports the life you want instead of trapping you in a cycle of stress and burnout. I walked him through the lessons I've learned from operating service companies, investing in real estate, and hiring globally to lower overhead. We got into how I've used boring, simple businesses to build leverage, why momentum is the most dangerous drug in entrepreneurship, and how I protect my time so I can focus on what matters. We also talked about content, writing the book, and the pressure that comes with growing a holdco while staying grounded. This episode is about discipline, delayed gratification, and building a system that gives you real freedom.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Matt and I talked about the kind of businesses that actually build wealth and why most people overlook them chasing trends that never pay off. I shared my story from Storage Squad to Somewhere and broke down how trading time for money is still the best place to start. We talked about the real odds of success, what Silicon Valley gets wrong, how to think about leverage, and when to finally hire so you can get back to doing high-value work. This one's about clarity, execution, and doing what actually works in the real world
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Cody and I dug into the real side of entrepreneurship, what it actually takes to build wealth without chasing shiny ideas. I shared why I walked away from the tech startup fantasy and leaned into simple businesses that solve real problems. We talked through the ten minute drill, how I evaluate opportunity in any town, and why people waste years building businesses with zero demand. I broke down why your first business is about reps and skill acquisition, not money, and how boring work like tree removal or survey work can set you up for financial freedom faster than chasing passive income. This is a full breakdown of how to think like an operator, what the real wealthy people actually do, and why momentum is everything.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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This is the full conversation I had with James Laidlaw about how he walked away from a high-paying commission job and built InHome Golf from scratch. We broke down how he scaled a golf simulator business during COVID, reinvested everything back into growth, and navigated the chaos that comes with explosive customer demand.
Here's a photo of my simulator setup that James's company installed for me.
https://x.com/sweatystartup/status/2011208892353851779
& Here's 22 other things that have that materially improved my quality of life:
https://x.com/sweatystartup/status/2012556557674791016?s=20
If you want to reach out to James, email him at [email protected]
If you've ever thought about leaving your job or building a business of your own, this episode shows you what it actually looks like behind the scenes.
Big thanks to James for joining the show.
Check out InHome Golf here. I highly recommend them:
https://inhomegolf.com/
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Brian and I got into what it really takes to make progress when you're stuck in a job, a business, or a mindset that's not working. We talked about how people overanalyze and under-execute, why momentum matters more than motivation, and the mindset shifts that helped me stop chasing the perfect idea and start stacking wins. I shared the story of how I built my early businesses, how I tested ideas without overcommitting, and how you can take control of your career path by doing common things uncommonly well. This one is for anyone who feels like they're waiting for permission to start.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Corey and I got into what actually matters when you're building a business and a life. We talked about what true wealth looks like beyond the money, why health and time freedom matter more than status, and how I'm thinking about the next 10 years. I broke down how I approach business growth, the truth about AI and electricity, and what most entrepreneurs get wrong about lifestyle creep. We also got into some honest talk about luck, operating skill, and why doing simple things well beats chasing the next big thing.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Jules and I talked about what building real wealth actually looks like and how most people completely misunderstand what it takes. I walked through the early days of Storage Squad, the financial mistakes that nearly broke me, and the pressure of borrowing millions before I knew what I was doing. We got into how one boring self-storage deal changed the entire trajectory of my life, why simple execution beats revolutionary ideas, and how I've kept my personal burn rate low even as my income scaled. This episode is about the long game, how momentum compounds, and why the most important number in your life isn't your net worth, it's your monthly freedom number.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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I broke down my full trajectory from broke college kid to owning a portfolio of companies bringing in hundreds of thousands a month. I shared the hardest moments, crying on a Boston sidewalk after wrecked trucks and bad reviews, and why most people underestimate how brutal the stress can get. We got into the financial whiplash that comes with entrepreneurship, how I think about lifestyle creep, and why I still live like it could all vanish. I also walked through how I reinvested everything after my first seven-figure refinance, how I think about net worth vs cash flow, and what it actually costs to run my life, including the plane. If you want the unfiltered version of how I built this, this episode is it.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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Jared and I got into the real truth behind why most people struggle to build a real business. I walked him through how I learned to operate, how I built my hiring systems, and why delegation and simple execution beat complicated ideas every single time. We talked about the mistakes entrepreneurs make when they overthink instead of taking action, how I built teams inside my portfolio companies, and why international hiring changed everything for me. I also broke down how I evaluate markets, how I test demand in ten minutes, and why most people should start with boring businesses before they even think about buying a company. This is the most honest breakdown of what actually works and what never does.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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In this episode, I sat down with Andrew Giancola to talk about what actually builds wealth, ownership, leverage, and playing long-term games. We got into the mindset shifts that helped me go from a service business to raising tens of millions of dollars, and how Andrew made the leap from financial stress to financial freedom. This conversation is packed with lessons for anyone serious about escaping the treadmill and building something that lasts.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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I sat down with Amy Calandrino to talk about one of the biggest traps in small business, owning a job instead of an asset. We unpacked the real difference between momentum and just being stuck on a treadmill, how real estate can either unlock freedom or bury you, and why most people overcomplicate entrepreneurship. If you're serious about building something durable, not just flashy, this conversation is worth your time.
Grow your business:
https://sweatystartup.com/events
Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X
Newsletter:
https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter
My Companies:
Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com
Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com
Self storage – https://boltstorage.com
RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com
Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com
Paid ads – https://adrhino.com
SEO – https://boldseo.com
Insurance – https://titanrisk.com
Pest control – https://spidexx.com
Sell a business:
http://nickhuber.com/sell
Buy a business:
https://www.nickhuber.com/buy
Invest with me:
http://nickhuber.com/invest
Social Profiles:
X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup
Podcasts:
The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show
https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81
Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:
https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03
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