Inside The Mind of Brandon T. Adams
Jump into the mind of CEO, Investor and 2x Emmy Award-Winning Producer Brandon T. Adams!
How does a seasoned entrepreneur view success? How about productivity, motivation and marketing? While on a mission to build a billion dollar company, Brandon's thought process has changed as he learns valuable business lessons along the way. Tune into each episode to understand the inner workings of what it means to be a CEO surrounded by high level individuals, so you can apply the effective tactics to your own brand/business! 🔥
Episodes
470 episodes
EP 472 Building a Billion-Dollar Brand
In this episode, our Co-CEO Brandon T. Adams sits down with Ray Carnes, Co-Founder of Recteq as they unpack the real story behind building a household name. Ray shares how he went from selling avocados door to door, to car sales, to taking the ...
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20:05
EP 471 How Quitting Alcohol Made Me a Better CEO
Let's talk about why I stopped drinking alcohol and how that decision has impacted my life as a CEO. From clearer thinking and better sleep to stronger leadership and discipline, this is what actually changed when I cut alcohol out ...
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EP 470 Using Technology Without Letting It Use Me
I'm back in my hometown in Iowa this week, and I've found myself reflecting on how to balance embracing technology with staying grounded in what matters. Here are my thoughts on how to use tech as a tool without letting it take over your life.<...
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EP 469 Planning for 2026 Starts Now
In this episode, I share the exact mindset and strategy I use when setting goals, and how you can set yourself up to scale in 2026 and beyond. This audio was taken from our BIG Brand Ventures Virtual Community weekly call, where I w...
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Episode 469
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EP 468 Are You Winning This Game Called Life?
This week we're bringing back a Throwback Episode of the Live to Grind Podcast!I recorded this back in 2018... it's crazy to think about how much has changed since then.However, the core message still holds up! What are you doing ...
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Episode 468
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EP 467 What Every CEO Needs to Know About Posting Online
In this episode, I sit down with Leah Leverich, our Brand Manager at Big Brand Ventures to talk all things content, branding, and social media. Over the past five years, we’ve built a scalable system that helps CEOs and founders grow their pers...
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Episode 467
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11:35
EP 466 What's the Purpose of Life?
In this episode, I open up about purpose. I reflect on the question “Why are we here?” and share what I’ve learned about meaning through business, family, faith, and chasing big goals.I'd love to hear your thoughts! Message me on social ...
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Episode 466
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EP 465 Preparing for BIG Brand Ventures LIVE!
Let's talk about Big Brand Ventures LIVE. November 4-6 in Nashville, TN. We designed this event to help serious entrepreneurs scale fast. From the investor pitch competition to the rooftop networking events, I break down how we’ve created an ex...
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Episode 465
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EP 464 Always Be Prepared For Your Big Moment
In today's episode I talked about how you can prepare for the moment that could change everything. Whether it’s landing the perfect investor, stepping on a stage, or finally getting "your shot" you’ve got to be ready!These are the habits...
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Episode 464
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8:35
EP 463 Failing in School Was the Best Thing That Happened to Me
Let's dive into the unexpected story of how failing a speech class in college changed the entire trajectory of my life! The realization I had at the time led me to a mentorship and ultimate partnership with Kevin Harrington. In this...
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EP 462 Monetizing Your Day
In this episode I break down how I look at every decision as an investment. From what I wear to who I have dinner with, I’m constantly thinking about the long-term ROI and how it fuels my performance, confidence, and business growth.I al...
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EP 461 Don't Let Travel Kill Your Productivity
In this episode, I share how I stay productive while constantly traveling for events, client meetings, and business growth. From waking up at 2:20 AM to catching flights, working from airport lounges, and squeezing in workouts before sunrise, I...
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EP 460 Inside the Mind of an Investor
In this episode, I share what it really takes to raise capital the right way. From knowing when to use debt versus equity and avoiding early dilution! I break down how founders can position themselves for success when pitching investors. This w...
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Episode 460
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EP 459 How to Build a Winning Team and Culture
In this episode, I open up about what it’s really like to build and lead a fast-growing company. From hiring top talent to creating a culture of accountability and ownership, I share how we’ve grown Big Brand Ventures from a small team into a p...
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Episode 459
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18:02
EP 458 Social Media Strategies That Actually Work
In this episode, I break down exactly how I use social media to build trust, attract the right audience, and grow real business results!If you catch yourself over-thinking what to post, this is a great place to start.Message me wi...
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Episode 458
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10:49
EP 457 The Brand Formula That Builds Profit
In this episode, I break down the exact formula I’ve used to turn personal and business brands into profitable machines. I walk through the B.R.A.N.D. framework. These are the tools I’ve used to scale businesses, land deals, and bui...
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Episode 457
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EP 456 Mentors Are the Best Investment You Can Make
In this episode, I dive into the power of mentorship and why investing in the right mentors has been one of the most important decisions of my life and career.I share how a $10,000 investment in my first mentor at 20 years old changed my...
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Episode 456
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EP 455 Our 4 Step Formula for Scaling a Company
In this episode, I take you inside the exact formula we use at Big Brand Ventures to scale companies.I break down our 4-step process, from creating a strategy and plan, to building brand awareness, to leveraging connections and capitaliz...
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Episode 455
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22:35
EP 454 From Collapse to Comeback
In this episode, I sit down with Toby Potter, The Unshakable Investor, to dive into his journey of building, losing, and rebuilding a real estate empire.We talk about the early days when he created a system to help people denied by banks...
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Episode 454
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EP 453 The Reasons Why Most Entrepreneurs Fail
In this episode, I take you through why most entrepreneurs fail in business.Let's break down the biggest mistakes I notice, whether it's waiting for the “perfect” timing, to spending time on the wrong things, to avoiding the investment i...
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Episode 453
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9:30
EP 452 Stay Patient and Enjoy the Ride!
In this episode, I’m diving into something every entrepreneur struggles with... patience.I break down what it really means to play the long game, how celebrating small wins can fuel you for the big ones, and why most people quit early on...
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Episode 452
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EP 451 The Habits of a CEO
This episode is a real look into how I live and operate each day. I talk about what I eat, how I train, how I manage my time, and the routines that help me stay focused while building Big Brand Ventures!I also share the three main areas ...
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Episode 451
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16:25
EP 450 Make Your Brand Go BIG
In this episode I answered the question: "What’s the most common mistake you see early-stage brands make when trying to scale?"I also walked through my favorite brands at the moment, and what they're doing right!This is a powerful...
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Episode 450
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15:39
EP 449 My Vision of the Future 10 Years From Now
In this episode, I’m thinking 10 years into the future...Where will we be with AI, tech, business, and life? I share my raw thoughts on what the future holds, where I see Big Brand Ventures going, and why real connection and personal bra...
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Episode 449
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EP 448 How to Secure an Investment from a Shark
If you're raising money, pitching investors, or planning to come to one of our Shark Retreat events... listen to this first. In this episode I break down what works (and what doesn’t) from over 1,000 pitches, real investments I've m...
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Episode 448
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15:45