

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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Aug 18, 2025 • 14min
How Systems Are The Real Secret to Success | Ep 310
Discover why motivation and goal-setting fall short in achieving real success. Learn how effective, repeatable systems can transform your approach to personal growth and business scale. Leila shares her personal journey, including her impressive weight loss and building a substantial portfolio. Dive into strategies that minimize emotional resistance and maximize productivity for lasting results. Get ready to rethink your path to success!

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Aug 15, 2025 • 18min
Throwback: The Tactical Guide To Building a Great Brand | Ep 309
Dive into the tactical principles behind building a strong brand. Learn how associations influence perceptions and why trading short-term gains for long-term brand growth is essential. Discover the power of being polarizing and how repetition can dominate the market. Effective branding doesn't just enhance recognition; it creates a lasting identity that resonates with your audience. Get ready to transform your approach to branding and scale your business!

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Aug 13, 2025 • 17min
Don’t Abandon Your Business Before It Peaks | Ep 308
Exploring the art of persistence, the host challenges the trend of business pivoting driven by fear and distraction. She emphasizes that true growth often surfaces years after initial obstacles. Reflecting on successful entrepreneurs, there's a call to refine strategies without abandoning the mission. Mastery of a single venture is championed over the allure of novelty, urging listeners to resist the temptation of chasing fleeting trends. Finally, the importance of optimizing existing resources, including technology, is highlighted for sustained success.

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Aug 11, 2025 • 20min
All Feelings Are Welcome, All Behaviours Are Not | Ep 307
Leila dives into the complex world of emotional leadership. She emphasizes that while feelings are valid, disruptive behaviors must be addressed. Personal stories illustrate the importance of managing emotions to avoid pitfalls in business. The discussion also highlights the emotional toll of others' burdens and the need for healthy boundaries. Leila offers practical advice on achieving emotional maturity and fostering stronger relationships through emotional awareness and self-control.

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Aug 8, 2025 • 28min
Throwback: How a Fitness Contest Taught Me Business Skills | Ep 306
In this throwback discussion, Leila shares five crucial business lessons learned from her bikini competition training. She emphasizes the importance of discipline, resilience, and personal growth in both fitness and entrepreneurship. Growth and clarity are highlighted as key to achieving meaningful goals. Leila warns against confusing self-care with avoidance of hard work, illustrating how true fulfillment comes from honoring commitments. These insights draw a fascinating parallel between the world of competitive fitness and business success.

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Aug 6, 2025 • 16min
Do What You Want Without Sabotaging Your Life | Ep 305
Discover the concept of living well while wired for high performance. Learn about the 90/10 rule: 90% discipline paired with 10% freedom. This approach encourages mindful indulgence to prevent burnout. Hear personal stories of trading guilt for joy and constraints for conscious choices. Embrace sustainable success while enjoying life—without sacrificing your ambitions.

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Aug 4, 2025 • 13min
Need vs. Preference: How Language Shapes Your Life | Ep 304
Explore the transformative mindset shift between needs and preferences. Mislabeling desires can lead to emotional drama and strained relationships. Personal anecdotes illustrate how this understanding impacts both business and personal life. Leila emphasizes that language controls our experiences, shaping our emotional resilience. Discover how recognizing preferences can lead to greater satisfaction and healthier mindsets.

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Aug 1, 2025 • 15min
Throwback: 5 Goal-Setting Mistakes That Will Tank Your Business | Ep 303
Discover the top five goal-setting mistakes that can sabotage your business success. Learn about the dangers of misaligned incentives and rigid planning. Embrace the art of focusing on fewer, achievable objectives to boost productivity. Find out how poor tracking and unrealistic expectations can derail progress. Get tips on effective communication and using tools like Asana to keep your team aligned and motivated. This insightful discussion unveils the key to setting powerful, impactful goals.

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Jul 30, 2025 • 1h 6min
Ownership Lessons We Can Learn from the Coldplay Jumbotron Incident | Operator Pod Ep 2
Dive into the Coldplay Jumbotron incident, where leaders are navigating crises with accountability and communication. Discover the power of taking responsibility and the impact of genuine apologies on trust. Learn how to treat your audience like clients to build strong relationships while remaining professional. The discussion highlights the qualities that define great leaders, including empathy and integrity, while introducing innovative communication strategies to enhance engagement and collaboration.

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Jul 28, 2025 • 18min
Courage Comes First. Confidence Comes Later | Ep 302
Courage is the secret ingredient to building confidence. Every breakthrough comes from daring to act despite fear. Instead of waiting to feel ready, embracing discomfort leads to growth. Personal stories highlight how bold choices paved the path to success. Ready to scale your business? The journey begins with courage first!