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Problems to Profit

If your business feels more like a job you can’t quit, then welcome to the podcast aimed at finally solving that problem. Welcome to Problems to Profit Podcast. Each week, join serial entrepreneur, investor, and your host, Preston Brown, for answers to questions like: - How do I build a team and culture programmed to find and fix problems in the business? - What is happening in the economy? How is that going to impact my business, and what can I do about it? - How do I build my company in a way

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May Economic Update: Real Estate, Stocks, and Global...

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2025/05/22

Get FREE actionable strategies and insights to scale your business in today’s economy—straight to your inbox each week. - Join Newsletter! https://yourfirstmillionmadeeasy.com/businessbreakthroughYou’ve heard it all before—cut rates are coming, inflation’s cooling, the Fed has it under control.Except… they don’t.In this episode, I’m giving it to you straight. The markets are moving, the Fed is fumbling, and we’re about to enter one of the most strategic windows for building wealth we’ve had in

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25:28

The Truth About 2025: How to Prepare Your Business...

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2025/05/15

Get FREE actionable strategies and insights to scale your business in today’s economy—straight to your inbox each week. - Join Newsletter! https://yourfirstmillionmadeeasy.com/businessbreakthroughNot gonna lie—there’s a lot of noise right now about whether the sky is falling or we’re headed into the greatest bull run ever.Here’s what I really think…In this episode, I break down the key threats I see in 2025. Labor data you’ve probably never heard explained like this, the debt traps most

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01:17:10

Tech That Actually Moves the Needle: Zach Abrams on...

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2025/05/08

Get FREE actionable strategies and insights to scale your business in today’s economy—straight to your inbox each week. - Join Newsletter! https://yourfirstmillionmadeeasy.com/businessbreakthroughYou know that uneasy feeling when you’re pretty sure your team is dropping leads—but the spreadsheets look “fine,” the phone logs are “somewhere,” and everyone swears the last CRM “didn’t fit the workflow”?Been there. That’s why I pulled my own chief technology officer, Zach Abrams, out from behind the

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08:42

The Three P's That Filter Everything: Productivity,...

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2025/05/01

Get FREE actionable strategies and insights to scale your business in today’s economy—straight to your inbox each week. - Join Newsletter! https://yourfirstmillionmadeeasy.com/businessbreakthroughEver get hit up with a pitch that sounds good, but deep down you’re not sure it’s worth your time, energy, or money?Here’s how I cut through the noise.In this episode, I break down the three filters I use before I invest in anything—whether it’s a business deal, a charity, or even a new use of my time. I

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56:15

Riches in the Niches: Dr. Richard Farnam on Robotic...

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2025/04/24

Get FREE actionable strategies and insights to scale your business in today’s economy—straight to your inbox each week. - Join Newsletter!Let’s talk about something most people don’t realize:You can be rich and still feel broke. You can be successful and still feel not enough. You can save lives every day—and still wonder if you’re failing as a husband, father, or friend.In this episode, I sit down with my long-time friend Dr. Richard Farnam, a top-tier gynecological robotic surgeon, YouTube

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07:48

Controversy Is Your Superpower: Why Playing It Safe...

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2025/04/17

Let me ask you something…Would you sit through a movie where nothing goes wrong, no one struggles, and everything turns out just fine? Of course not. That’s not a story—it’s a snoozefest. So why are so many entrepreneurs trying to build a business like that?In this episode, I’m sharing why controversy isn’t something you should avoid. It’s something you should leverage. Controversy is human. It’s messy, emotional, and powerful. And when you know how to use it right, it becomes your greatest asset in

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01:09:07

Women in Business: The Powerhouse You’re Missing,...

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2025/04/10

Get FREE actionable strategies and insights to scale your business in today’s economy—straight to your inbox each week. - Join Newsletter!Alright, let’s get real for a second.You’ve probably heard the chatter. Hiring women is “risky,” or it’s a legal minefield, or maybe you’ve just been burned by a toxic hire and swore off the idea. I get it. But here’s the thing: that’s a load of crap if you know what to look for.In this episode, I’m sitting down with Victoria Isais, a woman who’s been through the

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06:54

The Business Advice You Need (and What to Ignore)

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2025/04/03

Get FREE actionable strategies and insights to scale your business in today’s economy—straight to your inbox each week. - Join Newsletter!Let’s talk about something that’s been bugging me for a while.You’ve seen it. The viral reels, the TikToks, the fake flexes, the business coaches who haven’t built a single thing but want to charge you $10K to “unlock your potential.”Yeah, I’m over it. And honestly, you should be, too.In this episode, I’m breaking down why you need to ignore 90% of the business

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09:02

If I started a Business in 2025…

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2025/03/27

Get FREE actionable strategies and insights to scale your business in today’s economy—straight to your inbox each week. - Join Newsletter!The idea of starting a business sounds exciting—freedom, flexibility, and financial upside. But there’s one truth no one wants to tell you. Most people don’t fail because the idea was bad; they fail because they skipped the work before the work.In this episode, you will learn what actually matters before you ever open the doors.I’m breaking down what I’d really be

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56:30

The Data-Driven Playbook: Matthew Barnes on Fixing...

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2025/03/20

Everyone talks about data, but few actually know what to do with it. Matthew Barnes, founder of Proteus Digital Lab, is the guy top-tier businesses turn to when they need their analytics to work for them, not against them.Matthew helps the biggest brands on Shopify cut through the noise, measure what truly matters, and turn wasted ad spend into profit.And if you think you can just hire him, think again. You don’t get on Matthew’s client list unless you’re already doing 10M+ in revenue.But today, you

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26:37

Trump’s Next Moves, Market Shifts, and AI’s...

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2025/03/13

The economy isn’t slowing down. It’s shifting fast. If you’re not watching closely, you’re already behind.Today, I will share the latest economic shakeups under Trump’s administration—what’s happening with government layoffs, what new tax codes could mean for your wallet, and the impact of shifting tariffs on global trade.And AI? It’s not just some future worry. The biggest disruption to jobs and businesses is already unfolding. The quantum computing and robotics boom is about to reshape industries

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01:10:18

Ray Owen on Business Banking, Small Business Loans &...

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2025/03/06

Most people think banks are these mysterious giants with endless cash. But in reality? They’re businesses—just like yours. And no one understands that better than Ray Owen.Ray grew up working on farms, pulling cotton, and watching his dad manage a cattle feed yard. He wasn’t born into wealth. He built it. Now, as the President of Bank of Texas, he’s taken his bank from an $18 million startup to over $500 million in assets—all while keeping a 0% loan loss rate.In this episode, Ray breaks down banking

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01:07:54

From Startup to Mayor: Renard Johnson on...

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2025/02/27

Some politicians make promises. Others get things done. And then there’s Renard Johnson, a businessman-turned-mayor who built a thriving company from the ground up before stepping into public service.Renard didn’t need this job. He had already built a multi-million-dollar business in defense contracting, scaled it to 800+ employees, and could have just enjoyed the success. Instead, he ran for Mayor of El Paso—not for power, but to fix the inefficiencies he saw firsthand as a business owner.In this

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42:33

From High School Dropout to Multi-Nine-Figure Exits:...

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2025/02/20

Some people talk about business. Others build it. And then there’s Mike Fata—who sells it multiple times for hundreds of millions of dollars.Mike went from dropping out of high school at 14 to selling his health food company twice—first for $132 million, then again for $419 million. That’s not luck. That’s execution.The crazy part? He didn’t invent anything. He just took something good and made it better.In this episode, Mike walks you through his journey from struggling teenager to self-made

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27:08

10 Lessons That Made Me 18 Companies (Steal This...

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2025/02/13

Entrepreneurs don’t fail from lack of opportunity—they fail from choking on too much of it. After scaling 18 companies, I’ve seen what works, what doesn’t, and what really moves the needle.In this episode, I’ll show you my 10 hardest-won lessons for scaling any business—like why you can’t scale without a team and how to measure what actually matters. You’ll learn how work-life balance is a strategic advantage and why luxury products will always dominate.But beyond money, what’s your mission? Your

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10:55

The First Two Weeks of Trump: What It Means for the...

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2025/02/06

Government layoffs. Tariffs. AI breakthroughs. The economy is shifting fast, and you're already behind if you’re not paying attention.In this episode, I break down the biggest economic moves in Trump’s first two weeks, from mass government layoffs and their impact on jobs to how new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China might shake up global trade. We’re also seeing a surprising development in AI that could disrupt tech stocks in a big way.The real estate market? Stalled. The Fed? Trying to stay

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48:59

Burned Out from Hustling? Discover a Healthier, More...

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2025/01/30

What if the key to thriving in life and business isn’t working harder—but loving yourself more? Today’s guest, Justin Nault, is a visionary who has transformed his chaotic, ego-driven lifestyle into one of balance, polarity, and profound emotional intelligence.Justin takes us through his fascinating story—from a career in music to creating life-saving solutions for his terminally disabled niece and now helping men and women unlock their emotional depths to achieve true success.You'll hear about

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42:52

From Rock Bottom to $100 Million: How Aria Boushehri...

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2025/01/23

Are you feeling trapped by failure, weighed down by toxic partnerships, or afraid to take the leap—wondering if success in business is even possible? In this week’s episode, I sit down with Aria Boushehri, a powerhouse entrepreneur who turned repeated failures and toxic partnerships into a nine-figure empire—all before the age of 30.Aria discloses the hard lessons he learned working under poor leadership and how those experiences pushed him to build SalesBound, a revolutionary call center that

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01:07:38

JP Newman: From Hollywood to $2 Billion Real Estate...

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2025/01/16

What happens when a top Hollywood executive leaves the glitz and glamour behind to dive into the world of real estate syndication? This week, I sit down with JP Newman, a visionary leader who went from producing iconic films to managing $2 billion in real estate deals. JP’s story is one of grit, transformation, and non-negotiable values.We explore how his setbacks in entertainment became the foundation for building a thriving private equity firm and the life he truly loves. JP shares his strategies

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30:01

Master the Mindset to Scale Your Business and Turn...

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2025/01/09

What’s the real difference between a thriving business and one that’s stuck in neutral? In this solo episode, I break down the mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs to scale, grow, and finally escape the chaos. I dive into some controversial topics because, honestly, someone has to tell you the truth, and I’m not afraid to say it.I also dive into the truth about the top 1%—what makes them exceptional at scaling and why their approach is simpler than you think. Plus, I reveal the five blind spots

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