Diluted focus gets diluted results. In this episode of The Persistent Entrepreneur Podcast, host David Hill sits down with AJ Vaden, CEO and Co-Founder of Brand Builders Group, to uncover why personal branding is the key to long-term success.

AJ shares her journey of losing a multi–8-figure business overnight, rebuilding from scratch, and discovering that the one thing no one can take away from you is your reputation. From working with top thought leaders like Lewis Howes to helping entrepreneurs define their “who” and break through obscurity, AJ explains why clarity, intentionality, and focus are the foundation of building wealth and influence.

If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin or unsure how to stand out, this conversation will help you reframe your approach and get laser-focused on the one thing that truly moves the needle.

• Why multiple streams of income might be killing your momentum.
  
  

• The difference between a reputation and a personal brand (hint: intentionality).
  
  

• How AJ and her husband rebuilt from zero after losing their first business.
  
  

• The Sheehan’s Wall framework for breaking through obscurity.
  
  

• Why focusing on who you serve is the #1 step in building a personal brand.
  
  

• 3 actionable strategies to start building your personal brand today.
  
  

AJ Vaden is the CEO and Co-Founder of Brand Builders Group, a personal brand strategy firm dedicated to helping mission-driven messengers become wealthy and well-known. She is also the host of The Influential Personal Brand Podcast, a keynote speaker, and author of the upcoming book Wealthy and Well-Known: Build Your Personal Brand and Turn Your Reputation into Revenue.

AJ has worked with clients ranging from New York Times bestselling authors to 8-figure entrepreneurs, teaching them how to clarify their message, stand out, and monetize their reputation.

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In this powerful episode of the Path to Mastery Podcast, David Hill sits down with Grant Cardone, CEO of Cardone Capital and leader of the 10X movement, to uncover the truth about fear, success, and scaling beyond limits. Grant shares how he overcame fear even at the height of success, why he doesn’t chase happiness, and how he focuses instead on obligations, growth, and building an empire.

You’ll also hear Grant’s insights on the broken education system, raising kids to succeed outside outdated models, and the importance of thinking bigger to create lasting impact. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or striving for the next level in life, this episode delivers practical and unapologetic truths you can use now.

What You’ll Learn

• How fear can persist even with success and how to eliminate it

• Why chasing happiness is overrated and how to focus on bigger goals

• The mindset shift from motivation to obligation

• What it takes to 10X your business and lifestyle

• Insights into building legacy, raising kids, and fixing education through entrepreneurship

• Why success is about scaling impact, not just closing sales

Guest: Grant Cardone
Grant Cardone is the CEO of Cardone Capital, overseeing $5 billion in assets under management. He is the author of 8 business books, creator of 13 best-selling business programs, and CEO of 7 privately held companies generating $750M annually. Forbes recognized him as one of the top social media business influencers in the world. Grant is known for his 10X philosophy, global impact, and relentless drive to push beyond limits.

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In this episode of The Persistent Entrepreneur Podcast, host David Hill sits down with Tony Palow — the Marriage Warrior himself — to explore the principles that can strengthen marriages and transform family legacies.

Tony reveals why many couples don’t truly have a “communication” problem but rather a comprehension problem, how to transform stubbornness into steadfastness, and why treating marriage as a covenant instead of a contract is the foundation for lasting love.

If you want to divorce-proof your marriage, strengthen your family, and create a legacy that lasts, this episode is packed with wisdom you can apply today.

• The difference between a contract vs. covenant mindset in marriage
  
  

• Why communication issues are really comprehension issues
  
  

• How to redeem stubbornness into steadfastness
  
  

• The role of vision statements in marriage, business, and life
  
  

• How to divorce-proof your relationship through principles, not preferences
  
  

• The importance of forgiveness and how men and women process it differently
  
  

• Practical strategies for building marriages that thrive for generations
  
  

Tony and Susan are passionate international marriage coaches with over 20 years of experience helping couples build stronger, healthier relationships. Through retreats, conferences, and one-on-one coaching, they teach kingdom principles that transform how couples relate to one another.

Tony, a certified life coach with a Master’s in Clinical Pastoral Counseling, and Susan, a skilled nurse, combine their expertise to offer real solutions to real issues. Married for 33 years, with five children and four grandchildren, they live out the principles they teach with authenticity and energy.

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David Hill is a two-time author, business coach, world-class sales trainer, top real estate broker, Ironman, and 23 years sober. His mantra is “I exist to persist,” and through The Persistent Entrepreneur Podcast, he brings inspiring conversations with relentless entrepreneurs and leaders who’ve mastered perseverance.

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