The Man Who Protects Billionaires: How To Build A Business Empire After Tragedy

Owner of PSG Security Rod Rodriguez opens up about the transition many high-performing men face in midlife. He details the pains that he went through losing two wives before the age of 50. He shares the challenges of being the one who protects and provides to becoming the man who leads, mentors, and builds lasting impact.Rod Rodriguez is a veteran, security professional, entrepreneur, and leader committed to mentoring the next generation of men. He runs a private security contracting company while also building initiatives designed to create opportunities for veterans and law enforcement professionals transitioning into civilian life.In this episode, Rod shares the reality of life after military service, building a security contracting business, and navigating the tension between success and calling. He explains the challenge of scaling a business beyond yourself, the responsibility of creating opportunities for other veterans, and the deeper questions many men face when they reach a season of stability but still feel called to something greater.In this episode, we discuss:• The transition from military service to entrepreneurship • Why many successful men still feel something is missing • The challenge of scaling a service-based business beyond yourself • Building a company that creates jobs and opportunities for veterans • The importance of brotherhood and accountability among men • Why midlife is often a season of leadership and influence • The tension between comfort, calling, and personal growthTimestamps00:00 Introduction 02:00 Rod’s background and military service 06:00 Why brotherhood and community matter for high-performing men 08:30 The difference between mentorship and peer-level leadership 12:00 Finding men who challenge you instead of relying on you 16:00 The shift from being a “soldier” to becoming a “leader” 20:30 Building a private security business and landing contracts 25:00 The challenge of scaling a service-based business 28:00 Creating job opportunities for veterans and law enforcement 32:00 Wrestling with calling, purpose, and faith 38:00 Why growth requires discomfort and change 42:00 What the next season of leadership looks likeFollow Rod Rodriguez: https://www.instagram.com/psgrodrodriguez/