Dan Martell: How To Work 100-Hour Weeks & Win | E118

Dan Martell is a renowned entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and speaker. He is the founder of five tech companies, three of which he has successfully exited, and he has invested in over 65 startups. Dan is also the author of the bestselling book Buy Back Your Time, which has climbed into the top 20 nonfiction books worldwide. He hosts the acclaimed The Growth Stacking Show podcast. Dan's personal story is incredibly inspiring—having triumphed over a challenging youth marked by ADHD and addiction, he has emerged as a formidable figure in business. His insights on navigating both personal and professional hurdles are among the most impactful I’ve encountered on the show.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction and Dan Martell's daily routine
1:23 - The power of belief in coaching and parenting
2:08 - Dan Martell shares a transformative moment from his youth
2:53 - The importance of giving back and mentoring
3:43 - Rehab experiences and early influences
6:15 - Overcoming addiction and embracing new challenges
9:51 - Learning from business failures and the importance of resilience
12:28 - Early entrepreneurial ventures and lessons learned
15:00 - Discovering the E-Myth and its impact on business thinking
17:33 - The relentless work ethic and its personal costs
20:09 - Turning a personal breakdown into a breakthrough
22:59 - The harsh realities of entrepreneurial workloads
25:00 - Balancing life's demands with business ambitions
28:40 - The emotional aftermath of selling a business
31:37 - Personal transformation and family impact
34:12 - An influential trip with Richard Branson
39:19 - The Buyback Principle: Hiring to free up time
43:08 - Money's role in happiness and personal fulfillment
45:39 - The importance of extreme preparation in achieving success
46:53 - Criteria for investing in startups and entrepreneurs

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