Dan Martell: How To Work 100-Hour Weeks & Win | E118

Dan Martell is a renowned entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and speaker. He is the founder of five tech companies, three of which he has successfully exited, and he has invested in over 65 startups. Dan is also the author of the bestselling book Buy Back Your Time, which has climbed into the top 20 nonfiction books worldwide. He hosts the acclaimed The Growth Stacking Show podcast. Dan's personal story is incredibly inspiring—having triumphed over a challenging youth marked by ADHD and addiction, he has emerged as a formidable figure in business. His insights on navigating both personal and professional hurdles are among the most impactful I’ve encountered on the show.Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction and Dan Martell's daily routine1:23 - The power of belief in coaching and parenting2:08 - Dan Martell shares a transformative moment from his youth2:53 - The importance of giving back and mentoring3:43 - Rehab experiences and early influences6:15 - Overcoming addiction and embracing new challenges9:51 - Learning from business failures and the importance of resilience12:28 - Early entrepreneurial ventures and lessons learned15:00 - Discovering the E-Myth and its impact on business thinking17:33 - The relentless work ethic and its personal costs20:09 - Turning a personal breakdown into a breakthrough22:59 - The harsh realities of entrepreneurial workloads25:00 - Balancing life's demands with business ambitions28:40 - The emotional aftermath of selling a business31:37 - Personal transformation and family impact34:12 - An influential trip with Richard Branson39:19 - The Buyback Principle: Hiring to free up time43:08 - Money's role in happiness and personal fulfillment45:39 - The importance of extreme preparation in achieving success46:53 - Criteria for investing in startups and entrepreneursAbout Randall Kaplan: Randall Kaplan is a serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, executive coach, co-founder of Akamai Technologies, founder and CEO of JUMP Investors, and host of In Search of Excellence. Through his Extreme Preparation™ methodology, he helps founders, executives, business owners, and ambitious professionals improve strategy, communication, decision-making, and execution.Coaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn | X