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Building Billions with Brandon Dawson

Building Billions with Brandon Dawson

Hosted by Brandon Dawson

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Episodes

258

Latest episode

Aug 2026

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EN-US

About the show

Welcome to Building Billions with Brandon Dawson. This podcast will be taking you on the journey of exactly what it takes to build a billion dollar business. Brandon Dawson will discuss the strategies, tactics, and mindset that have helped him build multiple successful businesses and ultimately helping grow his current business to $100 million in 4 short years. As Grant Cardone's business partner, Brandon is here to give you the no bull shit guide on how to be create a legacy and become part of the 1%. He'll be diving into topics such as, creating meaningful relationships, building a team, marketing and sales, and scaling operations. If you're a business owner or aspiring entrepreneur looking to take your business to the next level, this podcast is for you. Tune in to hear from Brandon Dawson who has been where you are and learn from his experiences.

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August 7, 202633 min

S2 EP 30 He Lost $34M in One Year. This Is the Comeback.

Bill Goldberg built a $37 million general contracting business in Montana, then watched it collapse to $3 million in a single year. I call it a snapback, and without the right foundation in place, it can be catastrophic. What kept Bill from going to zero was the work we had already started together: restructuring his business from the ground up, engineering a growth plan all the way to $365 million, and building a team and culture that could actually carry it. Three years later, he's back to $25 million, and in this live Elite 250 coaching session, we get into the real questions: how to navigate breakpoints, when to bring in your next leaders, and why the metrics you're tracking might be lying to you. This is a raw, behind-the-scenes look at what it actually takes to rebuild, and what's possible when a business owner is willing to do the work.Support the show: http://cardoneventures.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 4, 202658 min

S2 EP 29 The Greatest Reward in Business Isn't Money, It's Watching Others Win

Success isn't measured only by the businesses you build, it's measured by the people you help build along the way. In this special episode of Building Billions, I reflect on one of the most rewarding moments in my career: celebrating the incredible journey of an entrepreneur I've had the privilege of mentoring, from the early stages of growth to extraordinary success. It's a reminder that creating enterprise value is important, but creating leaders who go on to build something even bigger is the real legacy. This conversation is about gratitude, partnership, and playing the long game. I share why investing in people will always produce the greatest returns, what it feels like to watch someone surpass expectations, and why the next chapter of growth is often the most exciting one. If you're building a business with the goal of creating lasting impact, not just wealth, this episode is for you.Support the show: http://cardoneventures.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 29, 202612 min

S2 EP 28 The Brutal Truth About Why 97% of Business Owners Never Reach $100 Million

Everybody says they want to build a $100 million business, but very few are willing to become the leader it actually requires. In this episode of Building Billions, I break down the mindset shifts that separate founders who stay stuck from those who build real enterprise value. I share why most businesses stall at $3 million, how your personal leadership determines your company's ceiling, and why the habits that got you here won't get you where you want to go. I also dive into the hard realities of scaling, building a leadership team, making difficult people decisions, navigating partnerships, and avoiding the mistakes that destroy otherwise great businesses. If you're serious about growing from $1 million to $10 million, $10 million to $100 million, and beyond, this episode will challenge the way you think about leadership, ownership, and what it really takes to build a business that lasts.Support the show: http://cardoneventures.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 23, 202640 min

S2 EP 27 Building Billions with JD Ross: Inside the Playbook Behind Multi-Billion Dollar Companies

In this episode of Building Billions, I sit down with JD Ross, founder of Opendoor, partner at Atomic Ventures, and founder of WithCoverage, to break down how he’s taken companies from idea to billions in enterprise value, including scaling Opendoor from first revenue to an $8B public company in under six years. We get into what actually drives growth at scale, how to understand your business equation, why companies break as they expand, and what it really takes to build and lead teams beyond the founder, while also unpacking the massive opportunity in “boring” industries, AI-enabled operators, and the $5T+ small business wealth transfer that’s reshaping where the next generation of billion-dollar companies will be built.Support the show: http://cardoneventures.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 28, 20268 min

S2 EP 26 The $5 Trillion Opportunity Hiding in “Boring” Businesses

In this episode of Building Billions, I break down why the biggest wealth creation opportunity right now isn’t in flashy tech or the next viral app, it’s in boring, traditional small businesses. From HVAC and garage doors to storage units and car washes, I explain how consistent cash flow, operational improvement, and smarter systems can turn overlooked businesses into high-value enterprises. We also dive into the “silver tsunami” of aging business owners, where trillions in business value are transferring hands, and how modern tools like AI, automation, and better operational thinking are transforming these companies. I walk through the core financial drivers every operator must understand, revenue, margin, profitability, and cash reserves, and why mastering these fundamentals is what ultimately creates real, scalable wealth in today’s market.Support the show: http://cardoneventures.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 20, 202642 min

S2 EP 25 Inside the Arizona Attorney General Race: Law, Power, and Statewide Impact

In this episode of Building Billions, I open the conversation by breaking down what it actually takes to build and scale companies at the highest level, consistency, velocity, and results, before moving into a deeper discussion about leadership, uncertainty, and how decisions made in high-pressure environments shape outcomes far beyond business. I’m joined by Arizona attorney general candidate Rodney Glassman for a wide-ranging conversation about his background as an Air Force JAG officer, prosecutor, and commercial litigator, and what the attorney general’s office actually does behind the scenes. We explore how the role oversees hundreds of attorneys across state agencies, how legal authority intersects with law enforcement, regulation, education, and economic growth, and why understanding this office matters for anyone building or operating a business in Arizona.Support the show: http://cardoneventures.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 14, 202614 min

S2 EP 24 Car Session: Pressure, Doubt, and the People Who Shape Your Outcome

In this Car Session episode of Building Billions, Brandon shares reflections from a drive to Elite Edge, where 400 business owners are gathering to talk about what it really takes to operate under pressure, uncertainty, and high-stakes decision-making. He opens up about his own experience navigating delayed global initiatives and what it feels like when momentum slows, timelines shift, and clarity is not immediately available. In those moments, optimism and anxiety often exist at the same time, forcing leaders to think and act without perfect information. From there, he explores a pattern he sees across high-level entrepreneurs. The outcome is rarely just about strategy. It is heavily influenced by environment, specifically the conversations happening around you and the ones you allow in your own mind. He contrasts the voices that reinforce doubt with the ones that reinforce conviction, and explains how those inputs directly shape whether someone pulls back under pressure or pushes through it. Referencing founders like Elon Musk, Steve Jobs, and Sam Altman, he highlights a consistent theme. Breakthrough moments are almost always preceded by uncertainty, resistance, and external skepticism. The core message is simple. Your environment does not just influence your thinking. It influences your ability to stay in the game long enough to win it.Support the show: http://cardoneventures.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 6, 202624 min

S2 EP 23 The Business Builder Blueprint: Systems, Scale, and the $5 Trillion Opportunity with Ken Goodrich

In this episode of Building Billions, Brandon Dawson sits down with a seasoned entrepreneur and industry leader to break down what it really takes to build, scale, and exit successful companies, across any industry. From HVAC to healthcare to consulting, they reveal a core truth most founders miss: great businesses aren’t built on talent alone, but on systems, process, and disciplined execution. Drawing from decades of experience, multiple exits, and billions in enterprise value, this conversation dives into how mastering the “business builder” mindset unlocks repeatable success. They also unpack one of the biggest wealth opportunities of our time, the $5 trillion transfer as baby boomer-owned businesses hit the market, and why those who understand how to build and systemize companies will dominate the next decade. Whether you’re an operator, founder, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode offers a clear roadmap to scaling smarter, leading better, and capitalizing on the modern-day gold rush hiding in plain sight.Support the show: http://cardoneventures.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 5, 202618 min

S2 EP 22 The 3 Costly Mistakes That Kill Your Business (And How to Avoid Them)

In this episode of Building Billions, Brandon Dawson breaks down three of the most expensive mistakes entrepreneurs make, mistakes that can quietly drain millions of dollars, years of effort, and untapped potential. From falling into the sunk cost trap to holding onto the wrong people for too long, Brandon shares hard-earned lessons from his own wins and failures building multiple nine-figure companies. He reveals the critical difference between true commitment and stubborn persistence, and why knowing when to pivot can save your business. Brandon also dives into the hidden danger of bad advice, how surrounding yourself with the wrong voices can keep you stuck, confused, and underperforming. With practical frameworks around context, contrast, and decision-making, this episode gives you a clear playbook for hiring smarter, thinking sharper, and executing with confidence. If you’re serious about scaling your business and avoiding the mistakes that derail most founders, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.Support the show: http://cardoneventures.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April 18, 202610 min

S2 EP 21 Change Your Environment, Change Your Income

In this episode of Building Billions, Brandon Dawson makes a direct case for why your current environment may be the very thing capping your success. From leaving his hometown at 19 to navigating unfamiliar markets across the country, he breaks down how discomfort, relocation, and intentional exposure to bigger opportunities became the foundation of his wealth. This isn’t about talent—it’s about proximity. The people, markets, and expectations around you either expand your vision or quietly keep you playing small. Brandon outlines four practical strategies to force growth: auditing your marketplace, eliminating comfort, learning through failure, and mastering new territory. He challenges listeners to stop waiting for the “right time” and instead put themselves in environments that demand more from them. If you’re serious about increasing your income and building real enterprise value, this episode is a push to rethink where you are, who you’re around, and whether your current environment is helping, or quietly holding you back.Support the show: http://cardoneventures.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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