Raise the Bar

TME 45 | What Olympic Athletes and Fortune 500 Execs Do When They Hit the Wall with Mitch Matthews

Most entrepreneurs struggle to build real authority and grow a meaningful platform without sounding salesy or inauthentic.
That’s exactly what this episode solves. Mitch Matthews, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and host of the Dream Think Do podcast, shares a proven strategy for turning your unique brilliance into influence, impact, and income while staying true to who you are.
In this conversation, we break down why defining your own version of success is the foundation for building a business and life you actually enjoy. Mitch introduces his “Authority Bridge” framework, showing how entrepreneurs can use value-driven content to build credibility, stand out without hype, and naturally attract high-quality clients.
You’ll learn how to turn everyday conversations into opportunities, how to approach growth with a simple experimentation mindset, and how to avoid the common traps that lead to burnout or feeling invisible in your industry.
We also get tactical. Mitch explains how to build a simple but effective content system, how to transform your expertise into authority-building stories, and how teaching becomes one of the most powerful ways to create impact. He shares real-world examples, from scaling speaking careers to earning board positions, demonstrating how small, consistent actions can compound into meaningful influence and long-term freedom.
If you are tired of chasing strategies that don’t feel aligned or struggling to stand out, this episode gives you a clear, practical path to building authentic authority that drives real results.
Visit https://mitchmatthews.com/time to access "Making Time for Your Next Chapter", a high-impact workshop for ambitious professionals ready to create space for what’s next without sacrificing what’s already working.
Use code "seth" at checkout to get full access for free (normally $97).
 
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TME 44 | The Future Of Business Growth: Public Markets Unveiled with Callum Laing

Most entrepreneurs think going public is the endgame.
But what if it was actually the beginning?
In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Callum Laing to break down a strategy almost no one talks about using a public listing as a growth tool, not an exit.
After working on 100+ acquisitions and generating over half a billion dollars in shareholder value, Calum reveals how traditional IPO thinking is flawed, and how a smarter, more controlled approach can unlock long-term scale.
He shares how his “constrained stock” model reduces volatility, builds credibility, and creates a pathway for small to mid-sized businesses to access public markets without the typical chaos.
If you’re building a business, raising capital, or thinking about scaling beyond private markets… this conversation will completely shift how you think about growth.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
• Why most IPOs destroy shareholder value, and how to avoid it
• The real reason 70% of public listings lose value
• How “constrained stock” creates stability and long-term growth
• Why public markets can be a growth strategy, not just an exit
• How smaller companies can leverage global capital markets
• The mindset shift required to build sustainable wealth
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Callum Laing's Links:
https://callumlaing.com/
https://linkedin.com/in/callumlaing
https://www.youtube.com/callumlaing
 

TME 43 | The Secret To Structuring Real Estate Deals Before You Buy Them with Cherif Medawar

Cherif Medawar breaks down one of the most overlooked commercial real estate strategies today, how to control deals, secure national tenants, and create massive upside before you even close. After 35+ years in the game and building a $100M+ portfolio, Cherif reveals how he:
* Locks up vacant retail properties with minimal risk
* Brings in national tenants to instantly increase value
* Refinances to pull cash back out fast
* Builds long-term cash flow with corporate-backed leases
 
If you’re raising capital, structuring deals, or trying to scale faster in today’s environment… this episode is a must.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
* Why vacant retail can be more valuable than stabilized assets
* How to secure national tenants in 45 days or less
* The real risk most investors completely ignore
* How to recycle capital quickly through refinancing
* Why cash flow beats appreciation in today’s market
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Cherif Medawar's Links:
https://www.instagram.com/cherifmedawar/
https://www.cmrei.com
https://www.youtube.com/cherifmedawar
 

MDM 25 | Million Dollar Monday with George Salas

From hustle to scale… this is how the game changes. In this Million Dollar Monday clip, George breaks down how George made his first million through a mix of coaching and real estate, then transitioned into building serious wealth through equity and cash flow. But the real shift? Thinking bigger. Instead of buying single properties, George is now acquiring entire portfolios and launching an M&A strategy to scale faster, smarter, and with higher multiples. If you want to understand how high-level investors actually build wealth, this is a must-watch.
 
Bullet Point Highlight:• First million came from coaching + real estate investing• Scaled revenue from $600K to $1.8M in one year• Majority of income came from real estate operations and short-term rentals• Transitioned from solopreneur to business owner to investor• Built wealth through equity and cash flow• Acquired $15M-$18M in real estate over recent years• Growth compounds after putting in the “10,000 hours”• Now focusing on larger portfolio acquisitions instead of single deals• Launching M&A arm to acquire property management companies• Buying businesses at 3-4x and scaling to sell at 8-9x multiples• Leveraging roll-up strategy for exponential growth• Adding AI to improve margins and scale operations• Bigger thinking leads to faster and more efficient wealth building
 
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T1C 23 | The 1% Closer with George Salas

What separates the top 1% from everyone else? For George, it’s simple. George doesn’t quit. In this powerful clip, George shares how growing up in poverty built an unshakable internal drive that fuels his success today. Instead of giving up, Gearge pivots, adapts, and keeps pushing forward no matter the obstacle. George also opens up about the reality of taking risks, from signing millions in personal guarantees to managing investor capital, and why calculated risk is necessary if you want to win big. If you’re chasing success but feeling the pressure, this is your reminder to stay in the game.
 
Bullet Point Highlight:• Grew up in extreme poverty, built an unstoppable internal drive• “I don’t give up, I just pivot” mindset• Grit is essential to overcome mental, physical, and emotional challenges• Anything worthwhile is hard, success requires pushing through• Signed millions in personal guarantees on real estate• Took on investor capital with real responsibility and risk• About 20% of portfolio backed by personal guarantees• Risk is unavoidable if you want to scale and grow• Big rewards come with calculated risks• Success comes down to staying in the game and not quitting
 
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George Salas’s Link:https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgesalas360https://www.instagram.com/georgesalas360/https://www.facebook.com/georgesalas360/https://www.youtube.com/c/GeorgeSalashttps://www.georgesalas.com/

TME 42 | The Truth About Scaling Short Term Rentals Today with George Salas

What if short term rentals could be operated like institutional grade hospitality assets instead of simple vacation homes? In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with George Salas, Founder and CEO of Empress Capital, to discuss how experiential hospitality, strategic market selection, and disciplined operations are transforming the short term rental space into a scalable investment strategy. George Salas shares the journey of building a vertically integrated hospitality company, launching a $15M investment fund, raising capital, and creating properties designed to deliver both exceptional guest experiences and strong investor returns while navigating the realities of scaling a real estate investment business.
Bullet Points and Highlights:• George Salas Built Empress Capital Around Experiential Hospitality• Short Term Rentals Can Be Operated As A Professional Investment Asset Class• Strategic Market Selection Drives Long Term Performance• Guest Experience And Design Increase Occupancy And Revenue• Raising Capital Requires Trust, Transparency, And Consistency• Building A Vertically Integrated Company Creates Operational Control• Launching A $15M Fund Allowed Empress Capital To Scale Investments• Partnerships Play A Major Role In Growing Real Estate Businesses• Long Term Wealth Comes From Strong Systems And Disciplined Execution
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RTBL 12 | Navigating the Fund-to-Fund Landscape with Ben Fraser

In this conversation, Ben Fraser and Seth Bradley discuss the evolving landscape of alternative investments, focusing on the fund-to-fund model and the opportunities it presents for aspiring fund managers. They explore the transition from traditional co-GP models to more compliant structures, the demand for access to private markets, and the importance of building trust and relationships in capital raising. Seth shares insights on how technology and platforms like TribeVest simplify the process of launching a capital raising business, making it accessible to individuals with existing networks. The discussion also highlights the revenue models for fund managers and the significance of due diligence in mitigating risks.
 
Takeaways
* The fund-to-fund model offers a compliant way to raise capital.
* Tribevest simplifies the process of launching a capital raising business.
* Building trust with investors is crucial for success.
* Many successful fund managers are not full-time capital raisers.
* Due diligence is essential to mitigate risks in investments.
* The demand for private market access is growing among investors.
* Investing your own money builds credibility with investors.
* Technology has made capital raising more accessible than ever.
* Quick returns can build investor confidence and momentum.
* Networking and relationships are key to successful capital raising.
 
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https://passiveincomeattorney.com/seth-bradley/
https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/sethbradleyesq
https://medium.com/@sethbradleyesq
https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyesq?lang=en
Ben Fraser / Aspen Funds Links:
https://aspenfunds.us/
https://youtube.com/@investlikeabillionairepodcast?si=oF0HYJhX-m7aE-0F 

MDM 24 | Million Dollar Monday with Jeremy Harbour

In this Million Dollar Monday clip, Jeremy Harbour breaks down how he built wealth at a young age through an organically grown telecom business, reaching millionaire status before 20 without a single defining “moment.”
He shares why wealth creation isn’t always one big event, but the result of consistent execution over time. He also dives into what his deals look like today, closing multiple multi-million dollar transactions each month through acquisitions, roll-ups, and taking companies public, and how he’s thinking about his next wave of growth.
 
Bullet Points and Highlights:
• Jeremy’s early start in entrepreneurship at age 15 and lessons learned
• The concept of asymmetric risk in business acquisitions
• How to find and reach out to potential business sellers
• Structuring deals that benefit both buyer and seller
• The importance of scale for valuation and growth
• Jeremy’s experience taking over 100 companies public,
• The mindset that sets Jeremy apart in deal making
 
Links to watch and subscribe:
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https://www.instagram.com/sethbradleyesq/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbradleyesq/
https://passiveincomeattorney.com/seth-bradley/
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https://medium.com/@sethbradleyesq
https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyesq?lang=en
Jeremy Harbour's Links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyharbour
https://www.instagram.com/harbour.jeremy
https://www.jeremyharbour.com
https://www.harbourclubevents.com

T1C 22 | The 1% Closer with Jeremy Harbour

What separates the top 1% from everyone else? For Jeremy, it comes down to one thing: a relentless commitment to learning. After leaving school at a young age, he never relied on traditional education, instead, he became a perpetual student of business, constantly reading, asking questions, and learning directly from real-world experience.
Over time, that curiosity compounded. By being involved in hundreds of companies across different industries, he built a deep, practical understanding of how businesses actually operate, far beyond theory. That continuous learning, combined with a willingness to make mistakes and adapt quickly, is what allowed him to operate at a high level in M&A and consistently close major deals.
Bullet Points and Highlights:
• Jeremy’s early start in entrepreneurship at age 15 and lessons learned
• The concept of asymmetric risk in business acquisitions
• How to find and reach out to potential business sellers
• Structuring deals that benefit both buyer and seller
• The importance of scale for valuation and growth
• Jeremy’s experience taking over 100 companies public,
• The mindset that sets Jeremy apart in deal making
 
Links to watch and subscribe:
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https://x.com/sethbradleyesq
https://www.youtube.com/@sethbradleyesq
www.facebook.com/sethbradleyesq
https://www.threads.com/@sethbradleyesq
https://www.instagram.com/sethbradleyesq/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbradleyesq/
https://passiveincomeattorney.com/seth-bradley/
https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/sethbradleyesq
https://medium.com/@sethbradleyesq
https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyesq?lang=en
Jeremy Harbour's Links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyharbour
https://www.instagram.com/harbour.jeremy
https://www.jeremyharbour.com
https://www.harbourclubevents.com

TME 41 | The Secret to Buying Businesses with Zero Money Down with Jeremy Harbour

In this episode, Jeremy breaks down the art of buying versus starting from scratch, teaching you how to identify the right businesses to acquire, mitigate risks, and exponentially increase your valuation through strategic scale and financial engineering. Whether you’re raising capital, scaling a portfolio, or contemplating an exit, you’ll learn innovative tactics that challenge conventional wisdom and unlock hidden opportunities.
Bullet Points and Highlights:
• Jeremy’s early start in entrepreneurship at age 15 and lessons learned
• The concept of asymmetric risk in business acquisitions
• How to find and reach out to potential business sellers
• Structuring deals that benefit both buyer and seller
• The importance of scale for valuation and growth
• Jeremy’s experience taking over 100 companies public,
• The mindset that sets Jeremy apart in deal making
 
Links to watch and subscribe:
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https://www.youtube.com/@sethbradleyesq
www.facebook.com/sethbradleyesq
https://www.threads.com/@sethbradleyesq
https://www.instagram.com/sethbradleyesq/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbradleyesq/
https://passiveincomeattorney.com/seth-bradley/
https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/sethbradleyesq
https://medium.com/@sethbradleyesq
https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyesq?lang=en
Jeremy Harbour's Links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyharbour
https://www.instagram.com/harbour.jeremy
https://www.jeremyharbour.com
https://www.harbourclubevents.com