Build with Leila Hormozi

“I don't want to play a game where I think I'm going to fail.” Today, join Leila (@LeilaHormozi) as she guests on Behind the Brand with Bryan Elliot to share various aspects of business, from concepts of prioritizing and caring for people, examination of different business strategies to the importance of well-suited partnerships. She also shares her insights on business acquisitions and investing in businesses and emphasizes the importance of character, dedication, and efficiency in business operations. This is part 2 of the interview.Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business.Follow Bryan Elliot on:➤ Instagram | Spotify | Apple | LinkedIn➤ Check out full episode on YouTube!Timestamps:(2:03) - Challenges faced in managing a gym business(5:08) - Role in strategy and preference for simple businesses(11:18) - Mutual respect and trust in decision-making process.(14:38) - Consensus and respect to avoid division and resentment.(19:37) - Need for legal team due to increasing investment percentages.(24:54) - Assisting companies with strategy improvement and network utilization.(32:37) - Expressing the goal of helping as many good companies as possibleFollow Leila Hormozi’s Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

14 Joulu 202335min

“Power couple dynamic is when two people build each other up. You have two positives. You don't have a passive and a dominant.” Today, Leila (@LeilaHormozi) shares with us seven tips for building a strong business and marriage. The tips revolve around the importance of friendship, transparency, physical affection, unity, open communication, taking responsibility, and having high commitment with low expectations.Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business.Timestamps:(1:40) - Tip #1: Friendship is the foundation(3:20) - Tip #2: Transparency is key(4:34) - Tip #3: Showing physical affection(6:11) - Tip #4: Keeping friction behind the scenes(8:45) - Tip #5: Not sacrificing short term discomfort for long term dysfunction(10:55) - Tip #6: How to take the blame first(12:27) - Tip #7: High commitment, low expectationsFollow Leila Hormozi’s Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

12 Joulu 202315min

”I can take care of myself. So if this doesn't work, that's fine. I'm not going to be crushed.” Today, join Leila (@LeilaHormozi) as she guests on Behind the Brand with Bryan Elliot to share her inspiring journey from a small town in Michigan to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Learn how Leila's background in exercise science, her move to California, and her perseverance through setbacks led her to launch thriving fitness businesses both offline and online. Discover the power of embracing challenges and finding lessons in failures on the path to success. This is part 1 of the interview.Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business.Follow Bryan Elliot on:➤ Instagram | Spotify | Apple | LinkedIn➤ Check out full episode on YouTube!Timestamps:(0:40) - Leila's career start in fitness & move to California(8:52) - Sales tactics, marketing vs. branding(13:51) - Work vs. relationships(25:13) - Relationship, job interviewing, and underestimating skills(34:06) - Leila's career progression(44:03) - Handling financial debtFollow Leila Hormozi’s Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

7 Joulu 202349min

“Accountability is really what ties a commitment to a result.” Today, Leila (@LeilaHormozi) discusses the definition of accountability and the role of leaders in fostering a culture of accountability. She also talks about the importance of setting expectations, measuring performance, and providing feedback, while highlighting the negative consequences of low accountability on various aspects of business.Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business.Timestamps:(2:08) - Accountability: CEO disseminates, not delegates(6:51) - Signs of low accountability: complaints, no follow-through, unfinished projects(10:15) - Accountability ties commitment to results(14:18) - Two types of accountability: tactical and developmental(18:41) - Avoiding accountability leads to firing, not coaching(20:45) - Accountability formula: expectations + measurement x feedback(25:18) - Feedback methods: meetings, one-on-ones, surveys, exercises, recognitionFollow Leila Hormozi’s Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

5 Joulu 202326min

”The better I can handle the losses. The more fun and enjoyable the win is going to be because that's what earning it means.” Today, join Leila (@LeilaHormozi) as she guests on The Life School Podcast with Brooke Castillo to discuss the fear of competing with men, managing long hours with family responsibilities, defining success in one's own terms, and the importance of self-belief and support. They also provide insights and advice for women who aspire to achieve more wealth and success while navigating the challenges that come with it. This is part 2 of the interview.Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business.Follow Brooke Castillo on:➤ Instagram | Spotify | Apple | LinkedIn | Twitter / X➤ Check out full episode on YouTube!Timestamps:(0:59) - Understanding the importance of character in leadership(2:54) - The power of vision in business(4:39) - Managing your mind amidst big goals(7:28) - Advice for women seeking wealth(11:57) - The role of status in men and women's success(16:51) - Balancing long work hours with family life(20:08) - Dealing with lack of support from your partner(25:01) - Overcoming stereotypes as a woman entrepreneurFollow Leila Hormozi’s Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

30 Marras 202326min

“It's just a muscle you have to keep flexing until you get it right.” Today, join Leila (@LeilaHormozi) and her husband Alex (@AlexHormozi) as they discuss what it’s like to be married and run a business together at the same time. They dive into their relationship dynamics and how they balance power and respect in both their personal and professional lives.Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business.Timestamps:(1:49) - The importance of shared vision in a relationship(4:05) - The concept of power and respect in relationships(7:42) - Balancing business and personal relationships(12:35) - Maintaining a united front in business and personal life(14:34) - The importance of shared reality in a relationship(17:20) - The balance of masculine and feminine energy in a relationship(21:03) - Misconceptions about power couplesFollow Leila Hormozi’s Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

28 Marras 202325min

"I just always a high-level individual contributor, but I had so much drive that I was like, I won't be the reason that this company fails.” Today, join Leila (@LeilaHormozi) as she guests on The Life School Podcast with Brooke Castillo to discuss strategies for achieving financial wealth, building businesses, and managing leadership responsibilities. They share valuable insights on personal growth, scaling businesses, and maintaining a balance of values in the business world, providing practical advice for listeners seeking success in their entrepreneurial endeavors.Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business.Follow Brooke Castillo on:➤ Instagram | Spotify | Apple | LinkedIn | Twitter / X➤ Check out full episode on YouTube!Timestamps:(1:24) - Leila's journey to wealth(4:16) - Leila's approach to business management(8:29) - Optimization's role in business growth(11:32) - Audience question on earning a lot of money(14:21) - Struggling with authenticity and wealth(18:35) - Freedom of earning your own wealth(21:29) - Leading a team responsibly(24:23) - Challenges of growing a business(26:49) - Adapting to change in a growing businessFollow Leila Hormozi’s Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

22 Marras 202328min

“ I just engineered my whole environment to make it easier to achieve my goals and harder to fall off track.” Today, Leila (@LeilaHormozi) shares her inspiring journey from starting with a minimum-wage job to achieving a remarkable net worth of $100 million by the age of 29. She discusses her transformation, successful business ventures, overcoming challenges, and the launch of a new venture, Acquisition.com, focused on fostering growth through partnerships with other companies.Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business.Timestamps:(0:41) - First job experience and lessons learned(3:27) - Life changes and personal growth(9:30) - Entering the dating scene and meeting Alex(14:09) - Gym launch, shift in business model, and unexpected success(18:37) - The impact of fast growth on team dynamics(22:59) - Decision to sell the business(24:51) - Birth and vision for Acquisition.com(29:19) - Importance of patience in business growthFollow Leila Hormozi’s Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

21 Marras 202339min