
The BetterLife Podcast
Uncover the secrets to living a BetterLife with us - investors and friends, Brandon Turner & Cam Cathcart. Join our conversations about real estate investing, wealth building, and lifestyle design with industry experts and seasoned entrepreneurs. Join us as we explore the habits, actions, and beliefs that will lead you to your BetterLife without losing your soul.
Latest episodes

Nov 27, 2023 • 1h 33min
#38: Andrea Fausett
Andrea Fausett is the founder and CEO of Mamele, an app that helps women around the world improve their health, nutrition, and fitness.In this episode, Andrea speaks about building her business to 7 figures in just 6 months while being a present wife and mother to her 2 daughters; intentional parenting; entrepreneurship; business marketing, and the power of identity, purpose, and small pivots in determining your success in life.She also speaks about:-How to reverse-engineer success by breaking things down into small changes-Why extreme dieting and other major behavior change doesn't work-A different, more productive way to look at negative programming from your childhood-How her entrepreneurial journey started with a single moment of self-reflection while looking in the mirror-Exactly how she'd coach Brandon to achieve a fitness goal like losing 20 lbs-Earning 6 figures and beyond by cultivating just 1,000 true fans-Her wild experience during the Maui fires and how she stepped up to show up for her community-Her feelings on body image and how she embraced gratitude during and after pregnancy, following several miscarriagesAndrea’s charitable cause:The Emily Effect, a foundation providing resources to families and support for women suffering from perinatal mood disorders.Reading List:$100 Million Dollar Offers by Alex HormoziMillionaire Success Habits by Dean GraziosiAtomic Habits by James ClearTake the Stairs by Rory VadenConnect with Andrea:Mamele Fit AppMamele Fit InstagramAndrea's InstagramMamele WebsiteAndrea's LinkedIn

Nov 20, 2023 • 1h 13min
#37: Mike Lee
Mike Lee is a leadership coach, mindfulness expert, and trainer who's spent time working with NBA legend Steph Curry among other highly successful athletes and executives.In this episode, Mike talks about optimizing your mindset in competitive environments and the new rules for leading teams in our current post-COVID reality. His new book, 'New Rules for the Future of Leadership,' comes out Nov. 21.Mike also talks about:-The proven benefits of mindfulness meditation on brain function, executive skills, and overall well-being-Why mindfulness is becoming even more valuable the more technological innovation accelerates-His lifelong struggle with depression and the best ways he's found to work through it-Tapping into your subconscious intuition when making big life decisions-The transformative moment when he experienced a deep sense of peace, and how it shifted the direction of his life-The one thing you should always do before reacting to a trigger-Why leaders have to be "purpose-driven" and offer more than a paycheck in order to develop winning teamsMike’s charitable cause:MENTOR Greater Milwaukee, which works with mentoring programs to safely match caring adult mentors with children in need.Reading List:- The Disappearance of the Universe by Gary Renard- The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer- Leading An Inspired Life by Jim RohnConnect with Mike:Mindshift LabsInstagramLinkedInMike's book, New Rules for the Future of Leadership

Nov 13, 2023 • 51min
#36: Tim Tebow
Tim Tebow is a philanthropist, advocate for victims of human trafficking, and ex-NFL quarterback who is widely thought of as one of the greatest college football players of all-time.In this episode, he dives deep into the origins of his Christian faith, why he's devoted his life to helping others, how he balances confronting evil with gratitude and joy, and why he insists he's "flawed" despite often being held up on a pedestal.Tim also talks about: - How meeting a young boy with deformed feet set his life on a completely new path - What he learned from his parents and why "more is caught than taught"- His advice to people waiting around for a sign or a mission to appear in their lives- How to listen for a calling that "pricks your heart"- Tim's definitions of "passion" and "compassion"- How he keeps his natural competitiveness in check and aims it toward a higher purpose - The powerful message he took from the movie Hacksaw Ridge- His elaborate marriage proposal- Making compromises in his marriage- What he tells people who don't have religious faith or who are on the fence about itJoin Tim and Brandon in-person at the BetterLife Summit this December:- Tickets: betterlifesummit2023.comConnect with Tim: - The Tim Tebow Foundation- Tim's Instagram- TikTok

Nov 6, 2023 • 1h 52min
#35: Brody Fausett
Brody Fausett is a real estate investor, ultramarathon runner, teacher, and founder of Real Estate Investing School.In this episode, Brody breaks down how he went from rookie door-to-door salesman to reaching millionaire status before age 30 – and makes the case that you can achieve your goals a lot faster than you might think.Brody also talks about: - Running a 174-mile ultra marathon through the desert with his pregnant (!) wife- How doing missionary work overseas changed his outlook on life- His experience selling security systems door to door- How he built massive wealth quickly through house hacking, rent-by-the-room, short term rentals, and other real estate strategies- Generating over $1M cash from just one house- Why he takes every Wednesday off work- Moving his family to Hawaii based on intuition- His first-hand experience in Lahaina when the wildfires swept through town- How his wife appointed herself "Director of Distribution" and helped deliver supplies to families displaced by the fires- Conspiracy theories surrounding the Maui wildfires, Oprah, and blue roofs- The books, people and quotes that have helped him live a better lifeBrody's Charitable Cause:Mana Mentors, which "mentors young people through surfing and skateboarding to achieve physical, academic and mental health goals" – and which is currently helping with Lahaina wildfire relief**All ad revenue from this episode is donated directly to the charity of the guest's choiceConnect with Brody:- Brody's Instagram- Real Estate Investing School Instagram- Real Estate Investing School Website- Brody and Andrea's Couples Goal-Setting Retreat

Oct 30, 2023 • 1h 31min
#34: Tommy Mello
Tommy Mello is the owner and operator of A1 Garage Door Service, one of the most successful home service businesses in the country. He also hosts the Home Service Expert podcast, was named a Top Entrepreneur Under 35, and owns and invests in several other businesses ranging from Christmas lights to mobile apps.In this episode, Tommy breaks down how you can build wealth with recession-resistant, blue-collar service businesses – and how to have fun doing it. You'll learn how he went from $50,000 in debt to a massive exit and "life-changing" money, all while helping his team members achieve their own dreams and undergoing a personal evolution in his leadership, health, and faith.Tommy also shares:- Why arbitrage is the one business skill to rule them all- Why home service businesses thrive despite pandemics, recessions, and the advent of AI- Vanity metrics and the only 4 Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) he cares about- Why you should "always be recruiting," and why he doesn't worry about giving away secrets to his competition- The #1 mistake he sees people make when starting service businesses- How to hire A-players and motivate them with equity and other performance incentives- His religious faith and the "deal" he made with Jesus when his father was on the brink of death- His health regime: Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT), supplements, and massage- The health benefits he's experienced since abstaining from alcohol- Exactly what he'd do if he had to start over with no moneyTommy's Charitable Cause:The Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, an "independent, nonprofit organization that works to protect people's health from epidemics and pandemics and ensures that communities are resilient to major challenges." **All ad revenue from this episode is donated directly to the charity of the guest's choiceConnect with Tommy:- Instagram- TikTok- Home Service Expert Facebook Group- Home Service Expert Podcast- Freedom Event Conference Nov 1-3 in Orlando- Tommy's book, "Home Service Millionaire"

Oct 23, 2023 • 2h
#33: Chad Robichaux
Chad Robichaux is a former Force Recon Marine, MMA champion, author, and founder of two non-profits serving military veterans and refugees.Chad deployed to Afghanistan 8 times, and in this episode he opens up about his battle with PTSD; how he almost became another veteran suicide statistic; and how that experience inspired him to help other veterans using faith-based programs.Chad also shares:-How abuse and a family tragedy shaped his childhood in rural Louisiana-His views on the 2nd Amendment, firearms training, and school shootings-What led him to a Marine Corps recruiter at age 17-America's role as the "world's policeman"-How his Mighty Oaks Foundation helps veterans overcome combat trauma through faith-based resiliency programs-How he rescued his longtime friend and interpreter from Afghanistan as the U.S. military withdrew from the country-Helping thousands of innocent Afghans escape as the country crumbled through Save Our AlliesChad's charitable cause:Mighty Oaks Foundation, which "provides peer-to-peer resiliency and recovery programs that serve as the catalyst to assist our Nation’s Warriors dealing with challenges related to the struggles of daily military life, combat deployments and the symptoms of post-traumatic stress (PTS) offered at no cost to our Nation’s Warriors, including travel at beautiful ranches across the US."Books mentioned in this episode: Wild at Heart by John EldredgeLetter to the American Church by Eric MetaxasBonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy by Eric MetaxasGood to Great by Jim CollinsIs Atheism Dead? by Eric MetaxasSaving Aziz by Chad RobichauxUnfair Advantage by Chad RobichauxConnect with Chad online:Chad's WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook

Oct 16, 2023 • 1h 33min
#32: Henry Washington
Henry Washington is a real estate investor, educator, coach, and co-host of BiggerPockets’ On The Market podcast. Starting out with just $1,000 and bad credit, Henry suffered a panic attack out of worry he wouldn't be able to provide financially for his family. 90 days later, he owned his first rental property. And within just a few years, he scaled to 70+ units; became one of the country's best-known real estate teachers; and built a dream life for his family.Henry also discusses:-How seeing his father's side businesses inspired him to start a real estate company-Living a big life as an example to your kids-The TEDx Talk on passive income that motivated him to pursue real estate investing-How honesty and commitment strengthened his wife's trust in his entrepreneurial ventures-Using a 401k loan to invest in real estate-Improving his credit and building a network of passive investor-Building a consistent, reliable lead generation system-The "Burst Strategy" in real estate investing-The growing affordable housing problem and the opportunities it presents-How historic racism and lack of resources for Black Americans require partnerships for affordable housing-Why he's not worried about a 2023 recession-How to be more present and intentionally design quality time with your kids-His upcoming book, "Real Estate Deal Maker"Books mentioned in this episode:“Rich Dad, Poor Dad” by Robert Kiyosaki“The Richest Man in Babylon” by George S. Clason“The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho“The Wise Investor” by Rich FettkeHenry’s charitable cause:Saving Grace NWA, which “serves young women ages 18-25 who have aged out of foster care or are facing homelessness" by providing safe housing, educational assistance, career guidance, and more.Connect with Henry:InstagramLinkedInTikTokIndependence Realty Group

Oct 9, 2023 • 1h 22min
#31: Jordan Grumet
Jordan "Doc G" Grumet is a hospice doctor, blogger, podcaster and author who has dedicated his life to pursuing deep conversations about money and life.In this episode, Jordan shares what he's learned from his conversations with dying patients as they look back on their lives; why he found it so difficulty to shed his "doctor" identity and embrace his true passion; and his thoughts on the FIRE movement, happiness, and how to find meaning in your career and relationships.Jordan also talks about:- How his father's death led him to a career in medicine, and what pushed him away from that field- The various ways his patients handle the prospect of dying- The biggest regrets of the dying- The problem with the idea that once you save a certain sum of money, you'll be happy - How to determine how much "YOLO money" to set aside- Why version 1.0 of the FIRE movement is "too austere"- Why you might not need as much money as you think in order to start living the life you were meant to live- Why real estate is the fastest, most secure route to millionaire status- The best piece of advice he's gotten and why he thinks about it every time he's doing something hard- The habits, books and advice that have helped Jordan lead a better lifeJordan's charitable cause:Give a Mile, a nonprofit that collects airline reward mile donations and offers flights to connect people in palliative or critical care with their loved onesConnect with Jordan:- Buy his book, Taking Stock- Earn & Invest Podcast- Doc G Blog: DiverseFI- Facebook group- IG: Earn & Invest Podcast- TikTok

Oct 2, 2023 • 1h 8min
#30: Michael Unbroken
Michael Unbroken is a coach, speaker, advocate for survivors of childhood trauma, and the best-selling author of ‘Think Unbroken: Understanding and Overcoming Childhood Trauma.'In this episode, Michael shares his experience with childhood abuse; how he overcame it through a combination of forgiveness and self-development; how he built a successful business and lost 100 pounds; and how he helps others work through the impacts of trauma today.Michael also speaks about:- Being raised by a drug-addicted mother and a racist grandmother, leading him to a life of addiction and chaos- How genetic and energetic factors play a role in passing down behaviors and experiences from one generation to another- How forgiveness is for oneself, not for others – and how it helped him find release and freedom- How he achieved his goal to make $100k per year legally by age 26- The teacher that changed and saved his life- Confronting his own victim mentality and adopting a tough approach to personal growth- The negative impact of the American food system and the government's misleading food pyramid- His journey of starting with a yoga program, losing weight, and eventually becoming a certified personal trainer and nutritionist- How he moved away from religion and found spirituality, tapping into the universe through meditation and visualization- The importance of taking risks that lead to unexpected opportunities- How childhood trauma, regardless of its severity, can have long-lasting effects on mental health, addiction, and physical well-being- The importance of intervening and speaking up against abuse when you see itBooks mentioned in this episode:The Alchemist by Paulo CoelhoCrush It by Gary VaynerchukThe 10X Rule by Grant CardoneMichael’s charitable cause:Operation Underground Railroad, which “exists to rescue children from sex trafficking and sexual exploitation around the globe”.Connect with Michael on socials:https://www.thinkunbroken.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/traumasurvivormentorandcoachhttps://www.instagram.com/michaelunbroken/https://www.thinkunbrokenpodcast.com/https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelunbroken

Sep 25, 2023 • 1h 8min
#29: Dan Martell
Dan Martell is a Canadian entrepreneur, investor, best-selling author of "Buy Back Your Time," and coach to over 1000+ SaaS founders.In this episode, Dan shares how a chaotic childhood and bad decisions landed him in prison as a teenager; how a conversation with a guard and a single book changed the course of his life; and how he applies business principles to improve his health and well-being while deepening his relationships with his wife and sons.He also speaks about:- Being diagnosed with ADHD at a young age, getting involved with drugs and crime, and ending up in prison twice before the age of 17- How a respected guard questioned why he was in prison and expressed that he doesn't belong there, which motivated him to make positive changes in his life- His journey as a self-taught programmer and becoming a millionaire at 30- Why he hired a business coach for $1500/month before he even had an idea for a company- How to avoid building a business you come to hate- Applying business planning and tracking methods to improving your relationship with your family- How to get your kids to listen to you by becoming someone they want to emulate- The importance of choosing words carefully when describing children- The value of auditing your time and energy- The ‘Buyback Loop’ for hiring people to buy back your time, rather than hiring them solely to grow your business- Buying a jet (!) as the ultimate "buy back your time" moveBooks mentioned in this episode:Buy Back Your Time by Dan MartellThe E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. GerberLove Is the Killer App: How to Win Business and Influence Friends by Tim SandersThink and Grow Rich by Napoleon HillDan’s charitable cause:The Boys and Girls Clubs of America, which has a vision of “assuring success is within reach of every young person who enters their doors, with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle”.BONUS:Send Dan an Instagram DM with the keyword ‘EA’ and he will send you his assistant SOP document.Connect with Dan on socials:Https://www.instagram.com/danmartellhttps://www.facebook.com/Danmartellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dmartell