In this episode, Rachel Lebowitz interviews Dean, an entrepreneur with a background in law enforcement and corporate America. Dean shares his journey from law enforcement to corporate America to becoming an entrepreneur. He discusses the importance of discipline, self-mastery, and understanding one's strengths and weaknesses. Dean also emphasizes the significance of building relationships and elevating the performance of team members, vendors, and employees. He shares his experiences in martial arts and how it taught him self-control and problem-solving skills. Overall, the conversation highlights the key themes of discipline, self-mastery, relationships, and personal growth. In this conversation, the guest discusses the importance of employee engagement and discipline in business success. He shares his experience of doubling the size of a mortgage bank by getting 10-15% more productivity from each employee. He emphasizes the need for alignment, simplicity, and foresight in business strategy. The guest also highlights the significance of forgiveness and self-reflection in maintaining discipline. He concludes by discussing the value of evaluating decisions and anticipating their impact.