

Build with Leila Hormozi
Leila Hormozi
How can you create an unshakeable business? My name is Leila Hormozi and I crossed $100M by the age of 28. Now I’m growing acquisition.com into a billion-dollar portfolio. In this podcast, I share the lessons I’ve learned in scaling big businesses and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, Let's BUILD.
New Episodes Every Monday & Wednesday!
New Episodes Every Monday & Wednesday!
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Oct 8, 2025 • 12min
6 Mindset Shifts To Make Lasting Change | Ep 320
Explore the transformative power of mindset shifts for lasting change. Discover why letting go of old habits is crucial to growth. Learn how to rewrite your identity, dismantle excuses, and confront what’s holding you back. Embrace the truth that genuine change requires time and sacrifice. Tune in for a five-point checklist to assess your readiness for commitment. Finally, find out why daily repetition of uncomfortable tasks leads to significant progress. Engage with a challenge to identify one thing to give up this week!

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Sep 22, 2025 • 17min
The Truth About Your Haters | Ep 319
Haters are an unavoidable part of success, and navigating their negativity is crucial for creators and leaders. Leila shares a friend's experience with viral misinformation to illustrate this point. She offers practical frameworks like ignoring the hate initially, allowing time to soften the impact, and evaluating its significance. Success often breeds insecurity in others, which can lead to attacks, but embracing both love and hate is essential. Leila concludes by encouraging emotional resilience and authenticity in the face of criticism.

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Sep 18, 2025 • 19min
My Thoughts Looking At Our Growth This Year | Ep 318
Leila reflects on her recent business growth, discussing the impact of company culture and the importance of managing gossip. She shares a personal regret regarding gossip and emphasizes the need for leaders to 'control the frame.' In a fresh take on productivity, she questions the necessity of routine, revealing how less can sometimes yield better results. With an eye on the future, she expresses gratitude for her audience while hinting at more insights to come.

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Sep 8, 2025 • 27min
Throwback: How To Stick To Your Schedule | Ep 317
Discover the five common hiring mistakes that can silently hinder business growth. Learn about biases like the halo effect and similarity bias that lead to poor team choices. Plus, explore effective scheduling tips tailored for different work styles to boost productivity. Gain practical insights on minimizing distractions and optimizing team collaboration. It's all about creating an unshakeable business foundation!

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Sep 5, 2025 • 18min
Throwback: 5 Hiring Mistakes That Kill Growth | Ep 316
This discussion dives into the hidden biases that can derail hiring decisions. From confirmation bias to the halo effect, these traps lead to poor team choices. Leaders are urged to stay vigilant and involved in the hiring process to maintain a strong organizational culture. Understand the critical impact of these mistakes on business growth and how to navigate them successfully. It's a potent reminder that the right team is essential for scaling effectively.

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Sep 4, 2025 • 15min
You Become Powerful When You Realize Nobody Cares | Ep 315
In this discussion, Leila explores five transformative mindset shifts to help individuals break free from the need for external validation. She emphasizes the importance of anchoring one's identity in personal values instead. The conversation reveals insightful ways to ignore applause and reframe criticism, revealing that feedback often reflects the giver’s perspective more than it does your own. It's a powerful reminder of self-empowerment in both personal and business endeavors.

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Sep 1, 2025 • 21min
Throwback: Keys to Successful Leadership Transitions In Your Business | Ep 314
Leadership transitions can be tricky, filled with emotional challenges for teams. Discover how feelings of loss can lead to resistance during these times. The discussion emphasizes the need for clear expectations and open communication to guide teams through their fears. Practical strategies for adapting and fostering innovation are shared, making transitions less chaotic and more manageable. Prepare to navigate changes with compassion and unlock the potential for growth in your organization.

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Aug 25, 2025 • 12min
5 Behaviors Quietly Killing Your Executive Presence | Ep 313
Discover the five habits that can undermine your executive presence. Learn how overexplaining and nervous fidgeting can impact your authority. Engage in effective communication strategies that enhance clarity and confidence. Delve into the power of body language and self-regulation in leadership. Uncover how non-verbal cues and emotional consistency are crucial for building trust within teams. This insightful discussion offers practical tips to transform your presence and command attention.

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Aug 22, 2025 • 14min
Throwback: Why Positive Reinforcement Works Better Than Punishment | Ep 312
Discover why traditional accountability systems often fail and how to make yours effective. Learn about the crucial difference between tactical and developmental accountability. Explore the power of positive reinforcement to encourage desirable behaviors among team members. Delve into a systematic approach that promotes self-assessment and enhances performance, ensuring long-term engagement. This insightful discussion offers practical strategies to drive results while fostering a positive work environment.

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Aug 20, 2025 • 18min
6 Tactics That Teach People to Respect You | Ep 311
Discover six transformative tactics for commanding respect without compromise. It delves into how self-respect acts as the cornerstone for how others perceive you. Boundaries are highlighted as essential for nurturing personal relationships and maintaining worth. The discussion also emphasizes that actions outweigh words in cultivating respect. Personal anecdotes illustrate the significance of choosing self-respect over external validation, underscoring the resilience required to navigate challenging environments.