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The Martell Method w/ Dan Martell

Feeling stuck in your business or on the edge of explosive growth but don’t know how to break through? Join Dan Martell as he shares the methods he used to transform his life and business from rehab at 17 to building a $100M empire, becoming a bestselling author and a world-class executive coach. In each episode, Dan dives into the mindset shifts, health strategies, and business tactics that’ll get you to your goals without burning out. And he covers it all through storytelling, raw vulnerability, and simple frameworks that you can apply immediately. Subscribe to transform your challenges into opportunities and become the best version of yourself. Get Dan’s Book (Buy Back Your Time): https://bit.ly/3pCTG78 Subscribe to The Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3W2tjp2 A 5 minute weekly email to upgrade your identity, get in the best shape of your life, and build a business you don't grow to hate. IG: https://instagram.com/danmartell X: https://x.com/danmartell
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Sep 28, 2024

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What if your business made you money while you slept?

Most founders are trapped. They work crazy hours. Always putting out fires.

And can’t step away without the whole thing falling apart.

I’ve been there.

But what I’ve learned is you only need 8 frameworks to make your business run without you.

These are the exact frameworks that helped me hit my first million at 27.

And today, they let me run multiple companies without being involved.

If you want to scale, free up your time, and finally build a business that works for you - this is for you.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • The 10-80-10 Rule: How to focus on the high-leverage stuff and let your team handle the heavy lifting
  • The DRIP Matrix: How to figure out what tasks light you up and what’s dragging you down
  • Audit-Transfer-Fill: How to instantly identify what’s holding you back and get it off your plate
  • The Camcorder Method: The simplest way to document and delegate tasks with zero extra training
  • The ‘$50 to Fix It Rule’: The best way to stop bottlenecking decisions and let your team solve problems on the spot
  • The ‘1-3-1 Rule’: A proven way to push decision-making down to your team and keep things moving
  • Transformational Leadership: Why most founders hit a wall at 12 employees (and how to bust through it)
  • The ‘COACH Framework’: How to develop your team so you’re not stuck giving the same feedback over and over

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Sep 24, 2024

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Want to get rich faster? Here’s what I wish I knew while building my first software company in my 20s.

I’m 44 now, but I’ve been where you are.

Trying to figure it out, make money, and not screw up along the way.

If I could talk to my 20-year-old self and give him some advice on how to get rich a lot faster…

There’s 40 hard-learned lessons I’d want him to know.

If you want to skip the BS and get straight to the good stuff, this is what it takes to win.

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Sep 20, 2024

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How do you scale a business without burnout, overwhelm, or wanting to quit?

I’ve been there.

As entrepreneurs, we get caught in the grind, saying yes to everything, and suddenly we’re stuck doing the work we hate.

That’s where most entrepreneurs go wrong.

At John Maxwell’s recent IMC event, I shared my journey from rock bottom to building 8-figure companies I actually love running.

I break down the strategies nobody teaches you about scaling without the stress - so you can reclaim your time and your life.

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Sep 17, 2024

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What if you could get more done in one day than most people do in a week?

I’ve built and sold three companies, scaled to $100M, and coached thousands of founders - all while battling ADHD.

How? I have 12 hacks that keep me insanely productive every day.

No fluff. No BS. Just straight, actionable strategies that work.

These are the secrets the top 0.1% use to crush 12-hour workdays, get more done by doing less, and dominate without burning out.

The best part? They cost NOTHING.

Ready to level up? Let’s dive in.

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Sep 13, 2024

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Broke? No connections? No cash? Perfect. That’s exactly where I started.

If you’ve got the drive, I’ve got the exact steps you need to build a business from nothing.

Today, I’m breaking down the 7 steps that will help you start and scale a business without any money.

This EXACT process is how I went from rehab at 17 to millionaire at 27.

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Sep 10, 2024

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Why do some leaders inspire millions, while others struggle to connect?

What separates the legends from the rest?

I sat down with the one and only John Maxwell, a man who’s spent decades shaping the way we think about leadership.

From his early years hustling as a young entrepreneur to writing over 90 books, John’s journey is incredible.

This interview is a masterclass in leadership, consistency, and the power of personal growth.

If you want to become a leader who inspires others and achieves your biggest dreams, this one's for you.

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Sep 6, 2024

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Most entrepreneurs don’t fail because of a lack of ideas.

They fail because they ignore THESE 13 rules.

In this video, I’m sharing the principles that took me from broke at 22 to a multi-millionaire.

I’ve lived by these rules for 27 years in business.

Some came from painful lessons, others from the wisdom of billionaires.

Get these right, and you won’t just build a business - you’ll build one that scales and lasts.

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Sep 3, 2024

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Want to know how the top 0.1% get more done before lunch than most do all week?

In this video, I’m showing you how to build a multi-million-dollar business WITHOUT sacrificing your health, sleep, or time with family and friends.

These are the exact strategies I use daily, even with crippling ADHD, to stay focused and crush it.

Plus, I’m breaking down my personal calendar so you can swipe my system and start winning back your time.

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Aug 30, 2024

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The S&P 500 is sky-high, housing prices are insane, interest rates are through the roof, and inflation is eating into everything. 

We’re in a new economy and the bubble is reaching its limit. 

But there’s a way to come out on top.

I’ve been through this before. 

In 2020, I built a plan that saved my businesses and set me up to thrive. 

Today, I’m sharing those exact principles with you.

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Aug 23, 2024

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Ever feel like you’re doing everything, but still not getting ahead?

I used to feel the same way.

But then I figured out how to get results and be productive 99% of the time.

This is what allowed me to become a millionaire by 27, sell multiple companies, and actually love my life.

In this video, I’m breaking down the exact strategies that helped me achieve all that, even while battling ADHD.

If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed and stuck, this could change everything for you.

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Aug 21, 2024

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If you had 12 months to go from broke to millionaire, what would you do?

I became a cash millionaire at 27, but it didn’t happen overnight.

If I had to start from scratch today, knowing what I know now, I could do it again in 12 months. 

In this video, I take you through each month of the journey, from building a high-income skill to hiring a team and creating a personal brand. 

This is THE blueprint I wish I had when I started. 

Disclaimer: If at any point in this video, you think, I can't do this, you might not be cut out to become a millionaire. 

But if you're willing to do the work, then this roadmap is for you.

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Aug 16, 2024

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What’s it really like to drive the world’s most insane supercars?

And does owning one unlock a new level of performance and mindset?

Today, I’m sitting down with Damon from Daily Driven Exotics (DDE). 

If you don’t know DDE, they’re a YouTube powerhouse with 3 million subscribers. 

Damon’s been at this game for 12 years, and he’s changed car culture FOREVER.

We dive into what it’s like owning some of the rarest supercars, dealing with cops, and the crazy world of Gumball 3000

But this isn’t just about cars. 

It’s about mindset. Living your passion full throttle. And staying grounded even when you’re behind the wheel of a million-dollar ride.

These are lessons you don’t want to miss.

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Aug 13, 2024

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Want to know how to achieve success without wasting years on trial and error?

When I was 20 years old, I was broke, overweight, and hated my job. 

Today, I run a $100M company, I'm in the best shape of my life, and I love what I do. 

But if I could go back and give my 20-year-old self some honest advice to transform his life faster, here's exactly what I'd say. 

In this episode, I share 8 pieces of advice that would be worth MILLIONS if I knew this in my 20s.

Watch to discover the principles that can help you achieve your goals faster and more effectively.

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Aug 9, 2024

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How do you build a team that’s so great, that it runs smoothly without you constantly being involved?

Whenever I hang out with other successful entrepreneurs, they always ask me  “How do you have such a great team?” 

It all boils down to one crucial skill: 

Leadership. 

So in this epsiode, I'm going to take you on the journey of how I went from hating the business I had built, and feeling like no one was on my side…

To today where I’ve built a business I'm pumped to hang out with my team and love every second of my day.

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Aug 6, 2024

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What separates the top 0.01% of successful people from everyone else?

Some say it’s just luck or talent.

Others say it’s hard work and dedication.

And others say it’s even having the right connections.

And those things HELP…

But what makes the key difference is THIS set of 17 rules success I’m about to share with you that guide every decision.

These 17 principles have shaped my journey and those of the wealthiest and most accomplished individuals I’ve had the privilege to meet and speak with.

These rules helped me make my first million before I turned 27.

And these rules will transform how you approach success.

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Aug 3, 2024

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Struggling to close deals?

Want to learn the secrets of sales success from a proven expert?

With 27 years of sales experience under my belt, I've sold everything from entry-level software to enterprise solutions for Fortune 500 companies.

In this video, I’m breaking down my top sales strategies to help you become a sales pro.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your closing skills, this video has something for you.

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Jul 30, 2024

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Growing up in a small town in Eastern Canada, my life was full of challenges and uncertainty. 

For a long time in my teenage years, I was staying busy and getting in trouble.

I had issues with drugs and crime, and eventually, I ended up in rehab.

One day, I started asking myself: 

"Why not me?" 

“Why can't I overcome my addiction?” 

"Why can't I be top in my class?” 

“Why can't I have a great relationship with my parents?”

Then I discovered there were three billionaires from my province, people who probably had even fewer resources than I did. 

If they could do it, why not me? 

This one question sparked a shift in my mindset and set me on the path to success.

In this episode, I share my journey from those challenging days to becoming a successful entrepreneur and reveal the key strategies that reprogrammed my mind and changed my life.

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Jul 26, 2024

 

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Since the age of 17, I’ve only done one thing: building businesses.

Fast forward 27 years, and I’m the founder of Martell Ventures, a portfolio of companies generating over $100M in revenue.

Every week, I get thousands of DMs from business owners seeking advice, and I see the same stuff come up often.

So, I’ve decided to share all my best business knowledge in today’s video.

This video is packed with insights and strategies to help you start, grow, and eventually sell your business, all while maintaining your sanity.

I’ve distilled 27 years of business experience into this short video, covering:

  1. The worst mistake most people make when starting their first business
  2. The best advice I got from Steve Jobs on how to choose the right industry
  3. The #1 skill that you need to work on to start a successful business
  4. The biggest lever you can pull to grow your business (even if you’re just in the early days)
  5. The exact process I use to sell a business I bet it wouldn’t have taken me 27 years to achieve what I’ve achieved if I’d watched this video in my 20s.

27 minutes to save you a few years?

Sounds like a good deal to me.

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Jul 22, 2024

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Here’s why I fell in love with the SaaS business model…

You build the software once.

And get paid every month. Recurring revenue.

If I lost all my money, followers, and network today, I'd still know exactly how to build a SaaS company from scratch.

Building a SaaS business might seem daunting, especially if you're just starting out.

A lot of people think they need to raise capital, hire a very expensive development team, and spend years in the red before their product takes off.

But the key?

Start with the problem, validate your solution, and then build and refine your product. You don’t need a huge team or a ton of money…

Just a solid plan and the right approach.

My 7-step guide is your map, and it includes:

  • How to pinpoint the exact problem your SaaS should solve
  • The secret to building a prototype without wasting time or money
  • 4 steps for creating a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) quickly

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Jul 18, 2024

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“Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn”

I learned this from John Maxwell back in 2015.

Everything that happens is a blessing or a lesson.

You’re being guided to your higher self if you learn.

Otherwise, you’ll repeat the same mistakes.

When my first company failed, I was devastated.

But looking back, it was a lesson, not a setback.

Setbacks are valuable learning experiences.

It taught me to play big and to see every challenge as a stepping stone to success.

Success isn’t about avoiding failure; it’s about learning from it.

This is one of the 21 Principles of the top 0.01% that have shaped my journey.

I dive deep into these principles and how they can transform your life too.

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Jul 10, 2024

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The other day I was hiking with my kids.

And we were struggling to reach the top of a steep trail.

They kept looking up.

“Look how far we have to go.”

I told them to look back at how far we came.

That simple shift in perspective made all the difference.

It's not just about the destination…

It’s about enjoying the journey.

And I want to show you the 23 perspectives to find true meaning in life.

These gave me the perspective I needed to wake up every day invigorated and excited for life.

As entrepreneurs, we get so caught up with our goals and obsessed with where we’re going…

 We forget to zoom out and see how far we’ve come.

This steals happiness.

I often tell my private clients: “Once upon a time, you DREAMED about having the problems you have today.”

A lot of people think, "Well, I gotta get to this NEXT GOAL, then I’ll be happy."

The funny part is…

In my experience, you’ve got to get your perspective right and be happy FIRST.

Then you’ll find purpose.

It’s going to stretch you…

And make you question what you’re doing with your time, where your life’s going, and who you’re spending it with.

GOOD!

On the other side is happiness, fulfillment, motivation, purpose, and momentum like you’ve never had before.

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Jun 28, 2024

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I’m 44 years old and I’ve collected 44 cheat codes I wish I knew at 24.

I want you to have them so it doesn’t take you as long to figure out.

When I started my entrepreneurial journey at 17, I looked at people miles ahead of me and felt like I’d never be able to get there.

Even after I sold my first company and became a millionaire, I was comparing again.

Most people fall into this trap.

Thinking you should be further along.

Questioning why you haven’t done it yet if they did it.

But we often overlook the years of hard work, failures, and cheat codes they collected over their life.

The truth is…

Everyone you admire started at the beginning.

They’ve probably just been using a few of these cheat codes longer than you.

And I would have been here faster if I learned these when I was 24.

So stop comparing, grab the cheat codes, and embed them in your life.

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Jun 21, 2024

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24 months ago I had one of the craziest periods of business.

Several things happened and I just freaked out.

Out of frustration, I decided to go on Slack and I wrote out a chat post.

Probably should have slept on it right?

Nope.

In that moment, I essentially told the whole company: “This is my vision, this is what we're doing, we're making it about the customers.

And if you're not on board, I will pay you $15,000 To quit immediately.”

I hit post. But here's the problem…

Some of the people we wanted on the team took my offer! Why?

Because they were just fed up with the drama. You see, I woke up one day, and I realized that I didn't enjoy going to work and I had a culture problem.

I didn't even want to go to meetings.

And I started figuring out there were some people on the team that shouldn't have been there.

Here’s the deal C players will cost you your A players.

This lasted for about six months.

And it put me into a tailspin.

I was sad and I'm not a sad person.

I was having anxiety problems.

I was a little depressed.

And I'm on vacation in Costa Rica with the family and I was on my phone pacing on the patio pacing up and down the pool area.

So after losing more than 30% of my team I finally called my business partner, Matt.

He and I own a venture capital firm called High Speed Ventures.

I asked him if he’d come over to SaaS Academy for the next six months and maybe help me fix this.

His response: “I was wondering how long you were going to wait before you asked me that.”

What I learned over the next four months is what I want to share with you today because it allowed us to build the company to almost $20+ million in the next 12 months.

And we built one of the highest culture NPS scores we've ever achieved.

These are the 3 things that changed everything for me.

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Jun 7, 2024

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I went from barely finishing high school to now flying my private jet to speak at John Maxwell events.

But none of that would have happened if I didn't read THESE 11 books. Seriously…

When kids yell through the window of my yellow Ferrari Pista and ask me what I do…

I tell them… I read books.

Specifically biographies.

That's where you learn from people who’ve built the most impressive companies in the world.

And it took me 111 biographies to build this list for you.

Read these, take the advice, and get rich.

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May 31, 2024

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Back in 2009, we had a major issue that we had to solve in the business.

And when I asked my business partner, Ethan, to meet me in the office, he said he couldn't...

Now, we’d just raised a million dollars from some of the top investors in San Francisco, we're building up the team, and we ran into an issue with our product.

So I asked him "Why can't you meet?"

And he was like, "Hey man, I've got to get some laundry done."

I'm like “Okay I know it's Sunday, but you can do your laundry on any other day.”

He said “Yeah but I got a plan, and if I don't do it…” da da da da.

So I told him “There are literally three different laundromats on your way to work that do wash and fold.

They'll do it for like $35.”

He’s like “Yeah, man I'm not really paying myself enough. I'm barely making rent.”

Here's a situation where we just raised a million dollars to build the business…

And he can't come work on the business because he's too busy doing LAUNDRY.

Crazy, isn’t it?

He’d rather trade his time for a few extra bucks than trade a few bucks for extra time.

Most founders start like this. I did too.

But the wealthy spend money to save time.

Once I've got that time, I invest it in acquiring new skills that allow me to become more valuable.

Then I get to make more money to buy time to invest in more skills.

That is the way it works.

This is just ONE way the rich think differently about money.

And if you want to be truly wealthy…

There’s a whole bunch more you need to know.

That’s why in today’s video, I’m sharing the 14 rules of money that made me so rich I questioned the meaning of money.

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