Adversity Kings with Tristan Dlabik

#336 Steve Dell SPORTS AND LIFE INSURANCE

#335 Steve Dell BUILDING A BILLION DOLLAR INSURANCE BUSSINESS

On this episode of Adversity Kings, host Tristan Dlabik sits down with Steve Dell, partner at Equity Insurance Partners (EIP), to reflect on their journey toward building a billion-dollar life insurance business. They revisit how it all started, the pivotal moments that shaped their growth, and the leadership required to take the company to the next level. Along the way, the conversation weaves in their shared passions for contact sports—especially American football—drawing powerful parallels between competition, discipline, and winning at the highest level in business.

#334 Nick Scancarello TAKING HITS, TAKING RISKS, AND WINNING ANYWAY

On this episode of Adversity Kings, host Tristan Dlabik sits down with Nick Scancarello to talk about their partnership in the insurance business and the journey that brought them together. Nick shares his experience transitioning from one industry to another and finding success again after starting over. The conversation also dives into their shared passion for contact sports, learning how to fight, and the injuries that come with pushing physical limits. They break down the realities of taking risks in business, facing setbacks, and working relentlessly to earn everything back — highlighting the resilience, discipline, and mindset required to win in both business and life.

#333 Tyler Rose THE LEAD QUALITY SECRET THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING

On this episode of Adversity Kings, host Tristan Dlabik sits down with Tyler Rose to break down their partnership in the life insurance business and what’s driving their continued success. They dive into the critical role that high-quality leads play in the sales space, and why lead quality can make or break an agent’s results. The conversation also highlights real testimonials from agents who left the captive model and found new levels of freedom and success in the brokerage space. Tying it all together, Tristan and Tyler emphasize how being a genuinely good human being — with integrity, honesty, and care for others — directly impacts long-term success in business and life.

#332 Priamo Persichetti THE ULTIMATE CONVERSATION YOU NEED TO HEAR ABOUT BEING WEALTHY

On this episode of Adversity Kings, host Tristan Dlabik sits down with Priamo Persichetti to talk about a major new milestone in their business journey together. They break down what’s working, what’s changed, and why their current strategy sets them up for long-term success. The conversation also exposes flawed tactics used in other life insurance models that fail to build real, sustainable wealth, while highlighting smarter approaches that actually compound over time. To wrap it up, Tristan and Priamo share valuable insights on how to not just make money, but stay wealthy as the future continues to look brighter than ever.

#331 Manny Morales HOW MIAMI BECAME ONE OF THE SAFEST CITIES IN AMERICA

On this episode of Adversity Kings, host Tristan Dlabik sits down with Manny Morales, the Chief of Police for the City of Miami Police Department. Chief Morales shares his inspiring journey from his upbringing as an immigrant to serving in the U.S. Army, pursuing higher education, and rising through the ranks to lead one of the nation’s most respected police departments. They discuss his goals, leadership philosophy, and the accomplishments that have helped keep Miami among the safest cities in the United States. This episode is a deep dive into discipline, service, and the mindset behind true leadership.

#330 Every Great Vision Needs a Villain

In this episode, Tristan Dlabik explains why adversity is not just unavoidable—it’s essential to building a powerful career and a resilient mindset. He talks about how the moments when life gets easy are actually the most dangerous, because that’s when complacency creeps in and progress stops. Tristan shares why pressure, struggle, and difficult seasons are what separate those who stagnate from those who grow into true leaders. If you want success that lasts, this message is for you.

#329 The 7 Deadly Sins that KILL Sales Careers

In this video, Tristan Dlabik breaks down the 7 most important things you need to watch out for in sales if you want a long, healthy career rather than a chaotic sprint. He highlights the pitfalls that quietly derail new reps, the patterns that separate real opportunities from traps, and the habits that build a foundation strong enough to grow on. From leadership red flags to financial discipline, personal development, and choosing the right environment, Tristan lays out a roadmap that helps you avoid the noise and focus on what actually moves your future forward. If you’re serious about carving out a meaningful path in sales, this is essential viewing.

#328 Learning Made me Rich but THIS Made me Wealthy

#327 How They Trick You into Staying Broke

In this video, Tristan Dlabik breaks down what every young person entering the world of sales needs to watch out for. He exposes the tactics used by self-serving leaders who manipulate new recruits by keeping them financially ignorant, discouraging them from learning about investing, and pushing them into environments where loyalty is expected but growth is limited. Tristan explains how to recognize red flags, protect yourself from being taken advantage of, and choose opportunities that actually lead to real financial independence—not just hype, pressure, and empty promises. If you want to build a future on your own terms, this is essential game-changing advice.