Raise the Bar

In this episode, Devan explains that he made his first million by launching Burn Boot Camp from a parking lot in Charlotte when he and his wife had no money and knew no one. Within two years, the business took off, but Devan immediately reinvested every dollar back into the company to fuel growth. Devan says his last million came recently, noting that the business now produces that level of income in extremely short time frames due...

In this episode, Devin explains that what separates him in the top 1 percent is his patience and long-term thinking in a world obsessed with instant gratification. He created a clear vision early on for what his business would look like once fully built, including a target of 10,000 locations by age 57. Devin stresses that real success cannot be compressed into a single year and that thinking in decades is the real competitive adva...

In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Devan Kline, founder and CEO of Burn Boot Camp, to unpack his journey from professional baseball to leading one of the fastest-growing fitness franchises in America. Devan shares how he transformed adversity into motivation, how faith and vision guide his leadership, and why building people, not just businesses, is the key to lasting success.

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In this episode, Rob explains that he made his first million through Lone Star Capital’s core business model of buying, managing, and selling apartment communities. Acquisition fees provided upfront income, while successful exits produced carried interest once investors received their preferred return. Rob says his last million came the same way, simply through repeating the process at a larger scale as the portfolio grew from a fe...

In this episode, Rob Beardsley, CEO and founder of Lone Star Capital, joins Seth Bradley to unpack how he built a billion-dollar multifamily portfolio through disciplined operations, conservative projections, and long-term relationships. Rob explains the real challenges of property management, raising capital in today’s market, and why sticking to your values builds lasting success. Rob also shares his journey from aspiring footbal...

In this episode, Rob Beardsley, CEO and founder of Lone Star Capital, joins Seth Bradley to unpack how he built a billion-dollar multifamily portfolio through disciplined operations, conservative projections, and long-term relationships. Rob explains the real challenges of property management, raising capital in today’s market, and why sticking to your values builds lasting success. Rob also shares his journey from aspiring footbal...

In this episode, Chris Salerno shares his journey of making, growing, and planning his millions, all rooted in real estate. Chris explains how his first and last million came from different stages of real estate investing, including brokerage, fix-and-flip, and multifamily projects, and reveals his vision of expanding into business ventures and private equity development.

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In this episode, Chris Salerno discusses the sacrifices and mindset required to reach the top 1%. He explains that success demands delayed gratification, disciplined priorities, and the willingness to forgo comfort and leisure in pursuit of long-term goals. Chris shares how he lived modestly in his twenties, reinvesting every dollar into marketing and business growth instead of lifestyle upgrades. He highlights the importance of sa...

In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Chris Salerno, real estate investor, entrepreneur, and founder of QC Capital, to uncover how Chris built a multimillion-dollar real estate investment business from the ground up. Chris shares his journey from being a top-performing realtor to leading large-scale multifamily acquisitions, emphasizing the mindset shifts, leadership lessons, and personal growth required to ...

In this episode, Seth Bradley and Jon Jasniak discuss Jon Jasniak’s ownership of his town, a 28-acre property that includes a motel, cafe, gift shop, and more. Jon Jasniak describes himself as the town’s "King" or mayor, managing it with about 10 employees. He leverages this unique asset for events, networking, and expanding his personal brand, often hosting investors and clients at the property.

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In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Jon Jasniak, land investor, entrepreneur, and owner of an entire town in Texas. Jon Jasniak shares his journey from buying his first few acres of land to building a multi-million-dollar portfolio through subdivision and creative financing.

Seth Bradley and Jon Jasniak discuss how Jon Jasniak uses social media and personal branding to attract investors, raise capital, and...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Gene Trowbridge, an experienced real estate syndicator, attorney, and investor, who shares how he built his wealth across different stages of his career. Gene Trowbridge explains that his first million came from syndicating real estate deals, raising capital for projects that enriched both investors and himself.

Seth Bradley and Gene Trowbridge discuss how, after leaving syndication, his...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Gene Trowbridge, who began his career in corporate tech after earning an Electrical Engineering degree and MBA, later transitioning into real estate and oil & gas investing. Today, Gene Trowbridge focuses on pre-drilled oil & gas wells that offer higher cash flow and strong tax advantages.

Seth Bradley and Gene Trowbridge discuss how his analytical background informs his approach...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Michael Flight, a seasoned real estate investor and developer, who shares how he made, lost, and plans to make his next million. Michael Flight explains that his story begins with a value-add shopping center project early in his career, a challenging deal with vacant anchor tenants and environmental issues. After several years of redevelopment and refinancing, the project paid off massiv...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with John Jasniak, described as a top 1% performer in his field, who shares insights into what separates him from others in the real estate and land development industry. John Jasniak explains that his defining trait is an extreme attention to detail, which he believes is critical for success. Unlike many developers who delegate operations or technical details, John Jasniak stays hands-on in ...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Michael Flight, who shares his personal and professional journey, touching on the pivotal moments that shaped his path. Michael Flight discusses how he originally wanted to become a Lutheran pastor but pivoted into business, using his “laziness” as a self-proclaimed superpower. Seth Bradley and Michael Flight reflect on overcoming imposter syndrome, the importance of meeting people, and ...

In this episode, Seth Bradley and Michael Flight discuss how his success in commercial real estate stems from decades of consistent “reps,” experience gained through countless deals, leases, and relationships since 1986. Michael Flight explains that this repetition allows him to instantly evaluate properties and markets with precision. His diverse background across nonprofits, advisory boards, and marketing gives him a broad busine...

In this episode, Seth Bradley interviews Travis Smith, CEO of Tribevest, on the pivot to a compliance-first, turnkey infrastructure for capital aggregation in private deals. Seth Bradley and Travis Smith discuss how their partnership formed after a BVI event, why Tribevest allows independent capital aggregators to scale without building a back office, and what is actually working in today’s tougher capital-raising climate.

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In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Reed Goossens, who shares how he earned his first and most recent million, from humble beginnings to strategic diversification. Reed Goossens explains that his first million came through hard work in multifamily syndication and private equity, while his latest focus is building long-term value through a new CPA roll-up business.

Seth Bradley and Reed Goossens discuss adapting to changing...