What happens when a fourth-generation family business leader finds himself drowning in anxiety despite outward success?

Franklin Swann, CEO of the 130-year-old Swann's Furniture and Design, shares his raw journey from overwhelming self-doubt to thriving leadership. He reveals how implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) didn't just save his business during the pandemic—it transformed his entire life.

Discover the powerful truth about emotional health in leadership, why systems matter more than hustle, and how working on yourself is just as important as working on your business. This episode is a masterclass in sustainable leadership and building generational wealth through intentional growth.

0:00 Intro

2:22 The 130-Year Legacy of Swann's Furniture

5:35 Surviving the Great Depression Through Oil Booms

8:02 High Service, High Quality Business Model

13:01 How EOS Transformed Operations

16:22 Surviving the Pandemic Through Systems

20:45 From Managing to Leading

23:57 Starting in the Family Business at 12

28:59 The Dark Season of Leadership

32:38 Discovering Emotional Health

36:42 Daily Practices for Self-Relationship

39:54 The World Needs Men Podcast

43:43 Building Legacy for the Next Generation

Resources Mentioned:

📚 "Outlive" by Peter Attia

🎙️ The World Needs Men podcast: https://theworldneedsmen.com/

🌐 Swann's Furniture and Design: https://www.swanns.com/

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What if the secret to building wealth wasn't working harder, but building better systems?

Jay Bourgana shares his remarkable journey from an impoverished childhood in Morocco to building a $350 million real estate empire. He reveals how curiosity-driven pattern recognition, strategic system building, and the discipline to "fire yourself" from every role can create both financial freedom and personal resilience.

Discover how this serial entrepreneur applies the same frameworks to business acquisition, parenting, and building generational wealth through innovative approaches to risk reduction and value creation.

0:04 Intro

2:40 Growing Up Poor in Morocco

6:58 Building a $350M Real Estate Company in 4 Years

10:11 What Drives Entrepreneurial Success

12:40 Teaching Kids Through Daily Exploration Conversations

14:37 Tariffs and China

19:44 Preparing Family Businesses for Acquisition

24:32 Why CEOs Struggle to Delegate

26:17 The Elon Musk Sprint Method

31:09 Building Systems for Client, Talent, and Capital Acquisition

39:47 Communicating Meaning Across Generations

41:15 Raising Lions

45:41 Teaching Kids the System of Making Friends

52:10 Build vs. Buy

57:59 The Acquisition Collective

Resources Mentioned:

🌐 Acquisition Collective: https://www.acquisitionscollective.biz/

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Balancing a thriving real estate empire with family life and full-time jobs…is it even possible?

Logan and Bostyn Brodine share their journey from purchasing their first investment property to building a portfolio of six single-family homes in just two years. They reveal strategies for maintaining a strong relationship while working together, discuss their new venture into gym franchising, and offer insights on achieving abundance in all areas of life.

Discover how this power couple navigates the challenges of entrepreneurship, parenthood, and personal growth through innovative time management and strategic coaching.

0:00 Intro

10:41 Hiring Coaches for Personal Growth

18:11 Family Business and Farming Background

26:27 Exposing Kids to Business Concepts

35:29 Balancing W2 Jobs and Investments

40:33 New Venture: Alloy Gym Franchise

49:20 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Resources Mentioned:

IG: @familyofrei

🌐 National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA): https://www.nsca.com/

🌐 Dave Ramsey: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/

🌐 Ramit Sethi: https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/

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Wondering how to thrive in the unique dynamics of a family business?

In this episode, Adam sits down with Taylor Gandy, a third-generation CEO, to unpack his journey of stepping into leadership and the game-changing impact of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS).

They dive into how clearly defined core values can shape hiring decisions, why community involvement matters, and what it really takes to lead a legacy business into the future.

Whether you're part of a family-run company or simply passionate about leadership, you’ll walk away with practical advice and fresh inspiration for your own business path.

0:00 Intro

5:43 Learning To Love The Family Business

10:55 Separating Visionary And Integrator Roles

16:27 Hiring For Character And Core Values

21:45 Implementing EOS In Family Business

27:51 Focusing On Solving Important Problems

34:28 EOS Journey And Annual Meetings

38:04 Building Legacy For Next Generation

41:42 Advice For Entering Family Business

Resources Mentioned:

🌐 Gandy Installations: https://gandyinstallations.net/

🌐 Instagram: @gandyhvac

🌐 EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) https://www.eosworldwide.com/

🌐 Nexstar Network https://www.nexstarnetwork.com/

🌐 Feel the Love program https://www.feelthelove.com/

📚 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Steven Covey

📚 Traction by Gino Wickman

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How do family-owned enterprises overcome resistance to change and other dysfunctions, setting a course for success from generation to generation?

Join Adam Hill as he talks with seasoned CEO and family business advocate, Rob Ferguson, about the dynamics of family-controlled entities. They discuss the importance of leadership, implementing proper governance, facing change, and how to prioritize for success. They also cover building value, maintaining identity beyond the business, recognizing dysfunctions, and much more.

Discover how prioritizing business amidst the unique dynamics of family relations can lead to functional success. Tune in to gain insights that could transform your family business journey.

0:00 Intro

5:07 Tale Of Two Family Businesses: Functional vs. Dysfunctional

10:35 Addressing Family Business Governance Early

15:34 Balancing Growth, Control, And Liquidity

20:24 Importance Of Family Businesses To The Economy

24:38 Memorializing Priorities In Family Constitution

29:59 Leading Through Change In Family Businesses

33:44 Key Steps For Effective Succession Planning

38:50 Building Value Through Leadership Transition

41:20 Finding Purpose Beyond The Family Business

45:08 How To Contact Rob Ferguson For Advice

Resources Mentioned:

🌐 Ferguson Alliance: https://ferguson-alliance.com

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How can you ensure your family's wealth is preserved and wisely managed across generations?

Adam Hill talks with international speaker and founder of Generational Wisdom, Julia Myers, about the vital importance of passing on not just generational wealth, but wisdom, to our children.

Julia shares the transformative journey that led her to discover how financial acumen must be wedded to wisdom in order to create true abundance for one’s family. She offers profound insights and practical strategies on financial education, emphasizing the creation of a family constitution and other unique financial tools and methods to help guide values and decisions.

Discover how to prepare the next generation for responsible wealth management and instill lasting family values. Tune in to learn more!

0:00 Introduction

3:38 Julia's career-ending medical emergency

7:10 Shifting from wealth to generational wisdom

11:37 Adopting good money habits early on

16:24 Embracing privilege and finding purpose

22:16 Developing the right financial mindset

26:57 The 75% charity wealth distribution plan

30:06 The discernment quadrant for financial decisions

34:44 Starting money conversations with kids

38:59 Teaching financial independence to children

44:41 Discussing economic shifts with children

48:44 Creating a family constitution for legacy

55:23 Closing thoughts and contact information

Resources Mentioned:

📚 "Z Economy" by Jason Dorsey

📚 "Who Moved My Cheese?" by Spencer Johnson

🌐 Julia’s website: https://juliamyers.com

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How does a decades-old family business adapt and survive despite modern challenges?

Join Adam Hill as he chats with Ben Hertzman, president of Progress Luv2Pak, about the company's rich history, the transition between generations, and their innovative steps in domestic manufacturing and sustainability.

From his Procter & Gamble days to launching Gather Packaging, Ben reveals how sustainability is reshaping the packaging world. Whether you're a business leader or an eco-conscious consumer, this episode offers valuable lessons on embracing change while honoring the past.

Tune in to learn how to lead with purpose and vision!

0:00 Introduction

5:07 Transitioning from P&G to family business

10:56 Balancing tradition and evolution in business

16:06 Persistence in landing a job at P&G

21:26 The importance of packaging in customer experience

27:31 Adapting to changing customer demands

32:16 Packaging's role in brand messaging

37:59 Challenges of becoming company president

43:12 Investing in domestic manufacturing capabilities

48:29 Pioneering sustainability in the packaging industry

51:24 Thoughts on next generation succession planning

Resources Mentioned:

🌐 Ben Hertzman LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/benhertzman

🌐 Progress Luv2Pak: https://www.progressluv2pak.com

🌐 Gather Packaging: https://www.gatherpackaging.com

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Curious about how to successfully transition a family business while preserving its legacy?

In this episode, Adam chats with Andrea Carpenter, a seasoned expert in family business succession who shares her personal experiences growing up in a family business and the critical role that open communication played in her formation, while exploring how both family business leaders and next-generation members can balance honoring legacy with pursuing their own authentic paths.

Whether you're planning to pass your business to the next generation or contemplating other transition options, Andrea's wisdom about creating authentic spaces for rising generations while honoring family legacy will transform how you think about succession.

Discover why it's never too early to start planning your transition and how to ensure everyone in your family business feels valued in the process.

0:00 Introduction

5:26 Transition Strategists: Helping family businesses

10:15 Open communication about family wealth

20:44 Protecting wealth for future generations

25:14 Joining Transition Strategists as a successor

29:49 Framework for succession planning

34:36 When to start transition planning

38:26 The Next Gen Friend: Supporting the next generation

43:53 Creating resources for next generation leaders

Resources Mentioned:

📚 It's a Journey - Book by Elizabeth Ledoux

🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yournextgenfriend/

🌐 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreashaver/

🌐 Free Resource! Let's Talk Transition - https://letstalktransition.com/adam

🌐 The Transition Strategists - https://www.transitionstrategists.com/

🌐 Your Next Gen Friend - https://yournextgenfriend.com/

🌐 Tiger 21 - Mentioned as a group Andrea's father is part of - ​​https://tiger21.com/

🌐 GoBundance Women - Mastermind group mentioned https://gobundancewomen.com/

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