Secret to Flight with Pat Flynn

In this episode of the Secret to Flight podcast, we’re closing out Q2 with some major reflections, powerful wins, and a whole lot of clarity. Pat shares insights from the first Clarity Day of the quarter with the Glide team, who just smashed their ambitious goal of 55 deals in three months. From setting clear intentions to grinding through the hard times, this episode is a deep dive into how vision, execution, and resilience can tu...

Coming off a productive Memorial Day weekend, this episode dives deep into the heart of both business strategy and personal reflection. From scaling up Glide’s acquisitions and refining operations at Flyte, to profound lessons from The Peaceful Warrior and The Lion King, this week’s message is about growth, intention, and connection. Whether you're leading a team or just trying to lead a more meaningful life, there’s something...

Welcome back to The Secret to Flight, where we uncover the real stories behind business, mindset, and the everyday grind. In this special Memorial Day episode, we reflect on an underwhelming industry conference, share impactful lessons from seasoned operators, and explore the power of making decisions from a place of strength—rather than fear or greed. We also challenge the habit of nonstop content consumption, encouraging listener...

This week on Secret to Flight, we pull back the curtain on what might be the most important initiative we've ever launched at Flight: The Flight Captain’s Academy. Designed for emerging leaders below the executive tier, this new program is all about empowerment, ownership, and discovering your own authentic leadership style.

We talk about how the inspiration came from our current leadership structure, why Jocko Willink's &...

In this reflective and insight-packed episode, we dive into industry shifts, leadership lessons, and mindset breakthroughs. Fresh from the Builder 100 conference in Dana Point, our host shares key takeaways on construction trends, market volatility, and the future of homebuilding. But it doesn’t stop at business—this week, we go deeper. From journaling on a plane to discovering the power of presence, this episode explores how grati...

This week, I took a step back with the team to really ask ourselves why we're building this fund—not just the mechanics, but the long-term vision. It was powerful. We're aligning around being disciplined capital allocators, with homebuilding at the core, and making small decisions daily that move us closer to something much bigger. I also talk about a book I’ve been into lately, The Peaceful Warrior—took me a minute to ge...

In this episode, we get real about the harsh truths of today’s market. From losses on flips and builds to the necessity of evolving strategies, this week’s message is about adaptation, accountability, and grit. We explore how real change—though painful—is what separates those who survive from those who thrive. Plus, a deep reflection on purpose and the true meaning of success as Flight reevaluates its vision for philanthropy and im...