Social Proof Podcast

• From $4M in Debt to 86 Companies Worth $1B. How He Did It

  Eddie Wilson, entrepreneur, investor, and creator of the Empire Operating System, sits down with Social Proof to break down the blueprint behind scaling, buying, and exiting companies at the highest level.In this episode, he reveals:• How he sold 76 companies in a single year• The Empire Operating System phases: Startup, Perseverance, Viability, Scale, Succession• How he identifies distressed vs. high-opportunity companies• The “Brick” KPI that grows every business• Why the Aspire Tour “loses money” on purpose• How he built a $400M portfolio in under 3 years• How he balances fatherhood and entrepreneurship• Why most founders fail at leadership• His mission to fund orphanages, clean water projects & global educationIf you’re building a business, trying to scale your first million, or want to understand how real private equity plays work — this is required watching.🎧 Listen on Spotify / Apple📩 Business inquiries: [your email]🔥 Subscribe for more episodes.👥 Join The Social Proof Community:🚀 The Morning Meetup: http://themorningmeetup.com🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more real conversations Follow David on IG https://www.instagram.com/dshands/Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/SOCIALPROOF* Check out NordVPN: https://nordprotect.com/socialproof* Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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• She Needs 2 MILLION Dollars To Survive | Social Proof #548

  In this powerful Social Proof episode, host David Shands sits down with Kim Lewis, founder and CEO of CurlMix, the Black-owned natural hair care brand that nearly went bankrupt after raising over $10 million and generating $40 million in lifetime sales.Kim opens up about how she reached a breaking point — with –$18,000 in her account, investors backing away, and a community of loyal customers who’d been with her since Shark Tank. Instead of hiding, she made the bold choice to go public, launching the #ProtectCurlMix campaign: a plea for 20,000 orders by December 31st to keep her factory open and her Chicago team employed.Throughout the conversation, Kim and David unpack what it means to lead transparently under pressure: • Why venture-backed startups can grow fast but still be unprofitable. • The tension between doing good for the community and surviving as a business. • The mental toll of leadership, failure, and staying authentic when everything’s on the line. • How CurlMix customers literally own 50% of the company, and why Kim believes community equity is the future of entrepreneurship.By the end, the story shifts from fear to hope — showing how honesty, community, and accountability can become a company’s greatest lifeline.Subscribe to the Social Proof Podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5QM1w9I...👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾JOIN THE COMMUNITY TODAY: https://www.themorningmeetup.comGrab the Podcast EBOOK👇🏾 http://www.podcastebook.comDavid on IG :   / dshands  Follow Curlmix   / curlmix  Follow Kim!   / kimlewisceo  Website https://curlmix.com/👥 Join The Social Proof Community:🚀 The Morning Meetup: http://themorningmeetup.com🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more real conversationsOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/SOCIALPROOF* Check out NordVPN: https://nordprotect.com/socialproof* Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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• EBT Gone. Bills Due. Now What? | Social Proof Podcast #547

  Millions of Americans are panicking right now as EBT and food stamp benefits are being delayed or cut during the government shutdown.If you’re wondering “how am I supposed to feed my family?” this episode is the answer you’ve been looking for.In this honest and powerful conversation, Donni Wiggins and David Shands share real stories, real numbers, and practical strategies for surviving when the system stops working.From food stamps to financial freedom, this episode is about taking control when everything feels out of your hands.In This Episode:- Donni shares how she rebuilt after hitting rock bottom- David explains the mindset shift that changes everything- Real strategies to make money fast when EBT runs out- How to turn your pain into purposeThis isn’t just motivation. It’s a manual for anyone struggling right now and ready to take control of their future. Whether your benefits were cut, delayed, or you’re just tired of depending on the system, this conversation will show you a way forward.Watch the full episode now and take the first step to rebuilding your life.👥 Join The Social Proof Community:🚀 The Morning Meetup: http://themorningmeetup.com📈 Actionable SEO Coaching: http://actionableseo.com🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more real conversations with David & Donni.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/SOCIALPROOF* Check out NordVPN: https://nordprotect.com/socialproof* Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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• The Most Delusional Man in the Room, You’re Just Not Bold Enough | Social Proof Podcast #546

  From 2 Chainz to $500K in Donations — Charlie Jabaley “Delusional” Blueprint for MiraclesBefore the cameras even started rolling, Charlie Jabaley told David Shands something unforgettable:“Something huge is going to happen today.”That moment set the tone for a conversation about faith, delusion, and undeniable action.Charlie breaks down how he manifested a half-million-dollar Hasbro deal, turned a Christmas sweater with 2 Chainz into a $2.1 million viral brand, and why he believes the craziest people often make the biggest impact.This is the real story behind The Most Delusional Man in the Room — how confidence, creativity, and a little bit of “crazy” turned dreams into tangible wins.🎙️ Full episode of The Social Proof Podcast with David ShandsSubscribe for more stories that prove: It’s not luck. It’s action.👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾JOIN THE COMMUNITY TODAY: https://www.themorningmeetup.comGrab the Podcast EBOOK👇🏾 **http://www.podcastebook.comDavid on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dshands/#entrepreneurship #business #howto #podcastOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/SOCIALPROOF* Check out NordVPN: https://nordprotect.com/socialproof* Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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• The 10 Habits That Will Make You Unstoppable | Social Proof Podcast #545

  Entrepreneurs are obsessed with “working hard”… but what if effort isn’t the problem? What if the real issue is ineffective effort? 💭In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, David Shands and Donni Wiggins break down the 10 habits that actually make you successful, not the ones social media keeps feeding you. From discipline and delayed gratification to metrics, mindset, and mastering discomfort, they unpack why so many people stay “busy” but never really move forward.This conversation will challenge your comfort zone, call out your excuses, and give you the real blueprint to get unstuck and start winning for real.💡 In this episode you’ll learn:- Why consistency alone won’t make you successful- How to track what actually moves the needle- The difference between growth and comfort- How to build friction between you and quittingThe habits every millionaire practices (that most don’t)👥 Join The Social Proof Community:🚀 The Morning Meetup: http://themorningmeetup.com📈 Actionable SEO Coaching: http://actionableseo.com🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more real conversations with David & Donni.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/SOCIALPROOF* Check out NordVPN: https://nordprotect.com/socialproof* Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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