Today on the Spartan Leadership Podcast, Josh Kosnick sits down with Adam Guard—entrepreneur, founder of Dreamer Cigars, and creator of Dreamers Health—to talk about leadership, entrepreneurship, and how to build a brand with purpose.
Adam’s journey is one of bold moves: leaving a stable real estate career the day before his wedding, building Dreamer Cigars into a viral brand with over 200 million views, and expanding his mission through Dreamers Health—a platform reshaping how people approach wellness and vitality.
In this episode, we dive into:
- How Adam transitioned from teacher and football coach to entrepreneur
- How Dreamer Cigars exploded on TikTok and YouTube
- The story behind creating a cigar for Dennis Rodman
- How to lead with integrity in a saturated market
- Launching DC University and Dreamers Health to drive deeper impact
Adam’s story is a blueprint for entrepreneurs who want to build, lead, and leave a lasting legacy.
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Connect with Adam Guard:
Dreamers Health YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DreamersHealth
Dreamer Cigars Website: https://www.shopdreamercigars.com/about
Instagram: @dreamercigars
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Chapters:
0:00 – Intro
1:30 – Adam’s Journey: Coaching to Entrepreneurship
8:45 – Building Dreamer Cigars
14:20 – Partnering with Dennis Rodman
21:00 – Building Trust, Not Selling Out
28:15 – Dreamers Health: A New Venture
36:40 – Launching DC University
43:00 – Leadership, Risk, and Legacy
50:10 – Final Thoughts
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