Matt sits down with Mandy McAllister, CEO of GoBundance Women, to find out what it was like to go from small-town roots to leading a thriving community of high-achieving women. Mandy shares her story of resilience, from recovering from a debilitating injury in her teens to navigating the hard lesson of being defrauded in a major investment. Along the way, she explores her approach to turning every challenge into a learning experience, pushing past traditional ideas of success, and embracing the power of experimentation in life and business. They also discuss the role of community, shifting mindsets, and the freedom that comes from letting go of perfectionism.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - Unveiling Today's Guest
• 00:00:21 - Meet Mandy McAllister: A Unique Path to Leadership
• 00:00:59 - From Small-Town Girl to Impact Maker
• 00:02:58 - A Defining Injury and the Power of Resilience
• 00:05:08 - Lessons Learned from Fraud and Failure
• 00:07:01 - Shaping Resilience: Mandy’s Mindset Mastery
• 00:16:47 - Strength in Numbers: The Impact of Community
• 00:19:36 - Hard-Earned Advice for Ambitious Women
• 00:21:36 - Life as an Experiment: New Perspectives on Big Decisions
• 00:23:01 - The Complexities of High-Achieving Women
• 00:24:27 - Personal Growth Through Anger Management
• 00:27:30 - Experimenting in Business: A Formula for Success
• 00:32:45 - Key Mindset Shifts for Aspiring Investors
• 00:34:20 - Books That Shape a Leader’s Journey
• 00:41:17 - Music, Joy, and the Pursuit of Optimism

Links and Resources

• Mandy on LinkedIn
• GoBundance Women
• GoBundance Women on Instagram
• GoBundance Women on Facebook
• Mandy on YouTube
• Mandy’s LinkTree

Book Recommendations:

• Think and Grow Rich for Women by Sharon Lechter
• The Collective Wisdom of High-Performing Women by Colleen Moorehead
• Intellectual Foreplay by Eve Eschner Hogan

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Matt sits down with Herman Dolce, Jr. who is known as “The Haitian CEO.” Herman is the CEO and founder of The Dolce Group and Bella Sloan Enterprises, and he tells us how he went from social worker to successful entrepreneur. Herman talks about what it really took to build a business while keeping family and faith at the center. He shares his thoughts on accountability, how systems saved him from burnout, and the surprising truth about making a million dollars. From lessons learned through mentorship to teaching financial literacy in prisons, Herman breaks down strategies for achieving financial freedom and using success to serve others.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 – Opening Energy
• 00:00:35 – Herman Dolce, Jr.: The Haitian CEO's Introduction
• 00:01:08 – Halloween Hangover Reflections
• 00:01:56 – Capturing Priceless Family Memories
• 00:03:31 – Social Worker to CEO: Herman’s Path
• 00:06:17 – First Major Hurdles in Business
• 00:07:02 – Systems and Mentors: The Game-Changers
• 00:09:46 – Balancing Life: Family and Business
• 00:13:12 – Honoring Heritage and Legacy
• 00:14:14 – Brand, Identity, and Impact of "The Haitian CEO"
• 00:16:19 – Buying Back Time Through Financial Literacy
• 00:19:29 – The Million Dollar Mindset Unpacked
• 00:21:05 – Business Credit Power Plays
• 00:23:08 – Reflecting on Accountability: Herman's Story
• 00:26:04 – Teaching Financial Skills in Unexpected Places
• 00:30:02 – Herman’s Mission to Serve the Community
• 00:32:37 – Lightning Round: Books, Beats, and Bold Ideas

Links and Resources

• Herman on LinkedIn
• Herman on Instagram
• Execute! Podcast
• Bella Sloan LLC
• Bella Sloan Enterprises on YouTube

Book Recommendation

• 10x is Easier than 2x by Dan Sullivan and Ben Hardy

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Matt sits down with Suneera Madhani, a powerhouse entrepreneur who turned a rejected idea into a billion-dollar business. Suneera walks discusses what her experience was like going from corporate life to launching a fintech company that changed the payments industry. She shares how she dealt with investor rejections, tore down barriers as a woman founding a business, and the stakes involved in scaling a business against the odds. You’ll hear an unfiltered conversation about the highs, lows, and the relentless resilience required to succeed. Suneera’s story isn’t just about business; it’s about daring to dream big, staying true to your values, and learning to trust your gut.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 A Long-Awaited Guest Arrives
• 00:01:48 Roots That Shaped a Visionary
• 00:03:03 Spark of a Billion-Dollar Idea
• 00:07:25 The Pitch That Changed Everything
• 00:10:36 Battling Through Unseen Challenges
• 00:14:04 High-Stakes Decisions in the Boardroom
• 00:19:38 Can You Have It All?
• 00:20:40 The Delicate Dance of Work and Family
• 00:24:02 Breaking Barriers for Women Everywhere
• 00:28:35 A Health Crisis Sparks Transformation
• 00:33:31 Building Something New—Again
• 00:38:10 Parting Wisdom from the Trenches

Links and Resources

• Suneera on LinkedIn
• Suneera on Instagram
• CEO School
• CEO School Podcast
• Worth AI
• Stax
• Apply to the Millionaire Founders Club
• Suneera’s LinkTree

Book Recommendations

• Die With Zero by Bill Perkins
• Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty

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