School Of Hard Knocks Interview | Ep 141

Welcome back to The George Janko Show. In Episode 141, I sit down with James Dumoulin, founder of School of Hard Knocks, who learns directly from millionaires and billionaires how money is really made. No theory, no hype. Just real lessons, real mindset shifts, and truths most people never hear. If you want an honest look at how wealth is built, this episode is for you. Follow James on social media to stay connected: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theschoolofhardknockz TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theschoolofhardknocks Follow George! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgejanko Twitter: https://twitter.com/GeorgeJanko TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@georgejanko Follow Shawna! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnadellaricca/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShawnaDellaRicca Official Business Inquiries Email: [email protected] Chapters: 00:00 Why Most People Stay Broke 01:18 Starting With Nothing 02:43 Learning From Billionaires Up Close 04:09 The System Isn’t Built for You 05:40 Why Young People Feel Financially Trapped 07:22 Fame, Money, and Empty Wins 09:15 Watching Wealth Change People 11:34 Logan Paul, Circles, and Access 13:06 The Hidden Cost of Status 15:05 Comedy, Humility, and Earning Respect 16:58 When Success Still Feels Hollow 18:44 Faith That Grounded His Ambition 21:05 Why Money Exposes Identity 23:10 Gratitude as a Wealth Strategy 24:47 Confidence Without Needing Approval 27:15 The Moment He Checked Himself 29:52 Choosing Peace Over More Money 30:22 How He Actually Prays and Thinks 31:04 The Habit That Changed His Direction 31:36 Owning Mistakes Before Growth 33:49 Redefining What “Enough” Means 34:20 God’s Timing With Success 35:35 The Difference Between Belief and Obedience 36:13 A Family Wake-Up Call 37:03 Trusting God Through Fear 38:00 Lessons Learned the Hard Way 40:47 Hearing God Over Opportunity 42:21 Why Discipline Beats Motivation 42:42 New Faith, New Struggles 58:13 Self-Control, Money, and Forgiveness 01:05:36 Gratitude After Real Success