Big Hitters with Larry Weidel

What if losing millions could become your greatest competitive advantage? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, Larry Weidel sits down with Matt Haycox, founder of the Matt Haycox Group, to explore how unified leadership and disciplined capital deployment separate those who survive downturns from those who dominate them. From his meteoric rise as a self-made millionaire by 25 to his complete financial collapse in 2008, Matt reveals the exact principles that enabled him to rebuild his wealth and become a heavyweight investor and deal architect and how you can apply these battle-tested strategies to navigate uncertainty, structure deals, and scale to the next level. Tune in to discover why your biggest setback might be the setup for your greatest comeback.

What if the life you’ve always wanted is just one five-year block of "unreasonable" consistency away? In this episode of Big Hitters, host Larry Weidel sits down with Jack McColl, the founder of Credit Stacking, to discuss how he transitioned from a pro snowboarder working minimum wage to building multiple seven-figure businesses. Jack reveals why the definition of "freedom" is the ultimate motivator, how to reverse-engineer 1% earnings, and the "uncomfortable" moves required to build an $18 million empire from a one-bedroom studio. Whether you're looking for financial leverage or the mental clarity to pivot after a failure, this conversation provides a raw look at what it actually takes to win.

What if the difference between staying stuck and building a $200 million exit isn't talent or connections—but learning to make the most of 15-second intervals? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Larry sits down with Joe Chura, founder of Go Brewing and serial entrepreneur who sold two tech startups for over $200 million, to explore the law of incrementality, why feeling like a "success" is a trap even after massive exits, and how an unexpected pregnancy and a job on the Ford assembly line became the foundation for extraordinary achievement. Whether you're just starting out, stuck in a dead-end job, or scaling to your next big exit, this conversation reveals the relentless mindset, authentic work ethic, and counterintuitive truths that separate those who break through from those who burn out. Tune in to discover why your current struggle might be the exact foundation you need for unprecedented success.

What if the defining difference between billionaires and everyone else isn't talent—but an unshakeable belief in your ability to shape outcomes? In this episode of Big Hitters with Larry Weidel, host Larry sits down with Scott D. Clary, founder of the Success Story podcast and media brand, to explore why internal locus of control separates the exceptional from the rest, how to test entrepreneurship without risking everything, and the critical mistakes successful people make when entering unfamiliar territory. Whether you're scaling from millions to billions or looking to future-proof your empire against disruption, this conversation cuts through the noise to reveal the real habits, partnerships, and mindsets that separate one-hit wonders from generational wealth builders. Tune in to discover why your next move might require unlearning everything you thought made you successful.