What actually protects a business when markets shift, technology changes, and industries face disruption?

In this episode, David Hill talks with Matt Miale, founder of one of Connecticut's top-producing real estate teams, about what it really takes to scale without losing control. Matt shares why size matters, how elite teams stay stable during industry change, and why relationships remain the most reliable advantage in business.

Matt breaks down the difference between appearing successful online and actually building something sustainable. He also explains how AI should be used as a support tool — not a replacement for trust, experience, or human connection.

Key Takeaways:

Why scale protects businesses during industry shifts
How AI increases opportunity instead of eliminating professionals
Why most agents get distracted by social platforms
How high-production teams build accountability and focus
Why relationships remain the strongest business asset
What leaders must do differently to grow past plateaus
How to align business growth with personal life goals

Guest Bio:

Matt Miale is a real estate leader, entrepreneur, and founder of multiple training and leadership platforms including Agent Production Academy, MPower Events, and the Real Estate MD Podcast. With more than two decades in the industry, Matt leads a high-performance team closing over 600 transactions per year across multiple markets. Known for his disciplined leadership style, he helps agents and business owners strip away noise, master fundamentals, and scale with intention.

Connect with Matt Miale:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Matthewmialeinct
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattmialeteam

Connect with David Hill:
Website: https://www.davidhill.ai
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidihill
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidHillcoach
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill
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Do the rules define you — or do you define your path inside them?
Today David Hill talks with Lauren Wittenberg Weiner, bestselling author of Unruly and former CEO of WWC Global, about how entrepreneurs, leaders, and creators can rethink expectations and operate with more freedom.

Lauren built a $100M consulting company after being told she "wasn't allowed" to work at her level overseas. That early moment sparked a career shaped by resilience, values, and strategic rule-bending. In this episode, she explains how rule-followers can evolve, how rebels can stay grounded, and how anyone can find space to create something better.

Takeaways:
• Why so many people feel stuck inside expectations
• How to interpret rules instead of being boxed in by them
• The difference between challenging limits and crossing lines
• How moral grounding changes the way you take risks
• Why entrepreneurs must understand the system before bending it
• How to use norms and guidelines to your advantage
• Why authenticity matters more than approval

Guest Bio:
Lauren Wittenberg Weiner is a bestselling author, speaker, and one of today's leading voices on leadership, service, and integrity. As the founder and former CEO of WWC Global, she grew one of the nation's top woman-owned national security firms while learning how to question norms without compromising values. Her book, Unruly: Deconstruct the Rules, Defy the Norms, and Define Your Success, empowers people to rethink the way they work, lead, and move through the world.

Connect with Lauren:

Instagram: @laurenwittenbergweiner

LinkedIn: Lauren Wittenberg Weiner

Facebook: Lauren Wittenberg Weiner

Connect with David Hill:
Website: https://www.davidhill.ai
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidHillcoach
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davidihill
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidihill
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/davidihill

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This episode breaks down the real psychology behind winning and how everyday entrepreneurs can shift their mindset, discipline their actions, and rise into the small percentage of people who consistently achieve meaningful success.

In this conversation, David Hill sits down with Larry Weidel, founder of the Big Hitters Podcast and a leader who built an organization of 500 offices and 15,000 agents while managing billions in assets. Larry shares clear and direct lessons on what separates consistent winners from those who struggle to stay on track.

He explains why intent drives every result, why discipline is non-negotiable, and how many people fall short simply by underestimating the work required to reach their goals. Larry draws parallels between competition, business, and personal development, emphasizing that winning feeds confidence, momentum, and long-term stability.

He also outlines how to eliminate excuses, take responsibility for outcomes, and avoid becoming your own biggest obstacle. From adopting a strong mindset to following through on action, Larry gives straightforward guidance for anyone looking to grow, improve, and win more consistently.

This episode brings practical insights for entrepreneurs, creators, independent professionals, and anyone aiming for long-term achievement.

• How intent shapes results in business and life
• The importance of discipline and self-management
• Why most people underestimate the effort required to win
• How to eliminate excuses and take ownership of outcomes
• The difference between winning once and winning repeatedly
• Why surrounding yourself with winners accelerates growth
• The value of learning from losses without letting them define you

Larry Weidel is the host of the Big Hitters Podcast and leader of the Big Hitters Community. He built a national financial services organization with 500 offices and more than 15,000 agents, overseeing $6.5 billion in assets. Larry focuses on helping people think bigger, aim higher, and build the mindset and work habits required to win consistently in business and life.'

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larryweidel/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larryweidel/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/larry.weidel
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bighitterscommunity

Website: https://www.davidhill.ai
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidHillcoach
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill
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