

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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Jul 25, 2025 • 21min
Throwback: How I Handled Over 120 Employees at 24 | Ep 301
Explore the four levels of expectations essential for effective leadership. Learn how clear guidance builds trust and efficiency in teams. Delve into the importance of brand promises in aligning company values with employee and customer expectations. Discover actionable insights on setting departmental KPIs to enhance accountability and performance. Get ready to scale your business with valuable lessons on leadership and workforce engagement!

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Jul 23, 2025 • 17min
How To Do Performance Reviews That Build Trust | Ep 300
Discover the secrets to effective performance reviews that prioritize trust and collaboration. Learn how genuine feedback can enhance team dynamics and individual growth. Explore the importance of crafting meaningful sessions, focusing on key improvement areas, and empowering team members. Understand how to create a constructive dialogue that encourages critical thinking and celebrates strengths. It’s all about transforming traditional reviews into opportunities for real improvement and connection.

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Jul 21, 2025 • 57min
The Importance of Hiring & First Impressions w/ Our New President | Operator Pod Ep 1
Explore the essence of building a high-performing company culture, where hiring practices shape organizational values. Discover the transformative power of articulate communication and the significance of memos for enhanced transparency. Learn about fostering inclusivity and adaptability within teams, promoting respect for all roles. Engage in discussions around leadership mindsets that challenge the norm, prioritizing ambitious goals and collaborative environments. Uncover insights on connecting with colleagues through seeking advice and enhancing productivity.

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Jul 18, 2025 • 29min
Throwback: Maintaining Self-Respect in Relationships | Ep 299
Explore the importance of self-respect in relationships and how personal choices shape our experiences. Discover the insightful '3F Cycle'—Fight, Forget, Repeat—and how it influences our interactions. Leila provides practical questions to evaluate if your relationships are uplifting or detrimental. This conversation encourages self-reflection and growth, empowering listeners to take charge of their relational dynamics.

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Jul 16, 2025 • 17min
5 Lessons from Leading My Team Last Quarter | Ep 298
Discover five hard-hitting truths about leadership from recent performance reviews. Learn the crucial difference between genuine growth and just accumulating knowledge. Dive into key insights on taking action, crafting strategies, and holding teams accountable. Explore the pitfalls of tolerating mediocrity and what true leadership demands. This discussion offers a frank look at common barriers that hinder both teams and leaders, perfect for anyone looking to scale their business.

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Jul 14, 2025 • 22min
How I Lead My Team Through Crisis Without Breaking | Ep 297
Leila shares her firsthand experience leading teams through the tumult of COVID, offering practical strategies for crisis management. She emphasizes the importance of decisiveness and confidence when faced with uncertainty. Proactive action and open communication are highlighted as crucial for maintaining trust within teams. Discover how she shifted priorities and stayed grounded in high-pressure situations, providing a tactical playbook for anyone leading through chaos.

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Jul 11, 2025 • 17min
How to Stop Staying Broke: Do the Opposite of This | Ep 296
Discover five damaging habits that keep people financially stagnant and learn how to overcome them. The discussion reveals the power of frustration tolerance and self-approval in achieving success. Gain insights on the importance of investing in yourself for sustainable wealth, rather than chasing quick wins. Explore how your environment and relationships might hinder your progress. Transformative mindset shifts that took the host from broke to thriving in business will inspire you to take decisive action.

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Jul 9, 2025 • 19min
Overpromising Is Killing Your Team | Ep 295
In this insightful discussion, the focus is on a common leadership pitfall: overpromising. The negative effects of creating unrealistic expectations are explored, detailing how it can erode trust within a team. Leaders learn the importance of transparency and realistic goal-setting. The message is clear: saying less and delivering more cultivates a healthier team dynamic and paves the way for successful business scaling.

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Jul 7, 2025 • 21min
Why The Best Leaders Always Plan on Sundays | Ep 294
Preparation is key for effective leadership, and Sunday planning is crucial for success. Neglecting this discipline leads to chaos and disorganization in the workplace. Proactive planning not only enhances efficiency but also builds trust within teams. Leaders are encouraged to delegate preparation tasks to boost productivity, transforming chaotic weeks into aligned and well-oiled operations.

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Jul 4, 2025 • 16min
Throwback: Why You Should Stop Saying Sorry | Ep 293
Explore the cost of discipline versus the cost of regret as Leila shares insights for entrepreneurs. She challenges the notion that success comes easily, emphasizing the importance of embracing difficulty. The discussion critiques hollow apologies in leadership, suggesting they fail to instigate real change. Instead, actionable steps toward accountability and growth take center stage. Discover how true leadership lies in transforming mistakes into future-oriented actions.