Generosity & Mentors: Beyond Networking Power with Dan Fleyshman

In this illuminating episode of The Final Percent podcast, host Greg Kimble sits down with one of his favorite human beings, Dan, to uncover the transformative power of mentorship, relationships, and radical generosity. Dan, a master connector and seasoned entrepreneur, shares his philosophy of the "butterfly effect," revealing how consistently leading with value and making introductions over 25 years has created a vast network and unexpected opportunities, including a story of a $300,000 mastermind generating an $800 million asset sale through a single introduction. He emphasizes that true relationships are built on rapport and giving, not just taking, challenging the common networking mindset. The conversation also delves into crucial advice for entrepreneurs: staying calm in chaos when scaling a business, the speed of decision-making using a clear four-point investment checklist, and the immense value of mentors as a "fast-forward button to success" through their hard-won experience. Dan also offers vital insights for the next generation, stressing the importance of curating your digital "algorithm" by consuming positive content, and the need to understand and adapt to AI's evolving landscape. Ultimately, Dan's dominant thought for everyone is simple: "Just get started." In a world of abundant free and cheap tools, there's no reason to delay bringing your ideas to life. This episode is a powerful reminder that while mentorship provides the path, you still have to show up and do the work to unlock your full potential.